Chattanooga, TN, USA < change city >

Caterer:

Four Bridges Catering

"Do not recommend this vendor. Blue Plate quoted me $12/plate for the same menu that Four Bridges charged $30/plate. I chose Four Bridges because of the service and presentation. Both the service and presentation weren't just bad...they were NOT what I ordered and were below the acceptable level. They threw away ALL of my leftovers after I specifically said I wanted ALL of my leftovers. Thirty people didn't come even though they RSVPed so there should have been about $1000 worth of food left, at least. So a $1,000 ended up in the trash. The servers drank at my reception, probably left the beer mugs on the porch, and my mother had to pay the rental store for those lost mugs. After I complained the owner didn't even reimburse me for these. The set up was wrong and because of the wrong set up my guests were confused and stood in long lines."

Coordinator:

Foxy Events

"I am definitely not happy with this vendor and regret hiring them. They were hired mostly to do the set up on the day of and to be the point of contact for my other vendors. My florists didn't deliver what I ordered (Foxy Events was that at the meeting and had a copy of my order) the dj didn't deliver what he promised (Foxy Events was very aware of the situation) and the caterer did a completely wrong set (Foxy Events had a map of the correct set up). I definitely didn't get what I paid for. They told me on our first meeting that they didn't take any "kickbacks" from other vendors when they recommend someone. This is not the truth. This is because Foxy Events sent me the bill for my florist but when I checked and asked the florist for the final bill it was $150 less. They definitely wasted a lot of my money. They knew that I wanted to take home ALL of my centerpieces but yet 14 entire centerpieces ended up in the trash, parts of 4 centerpieces ended up in the trash AND they asked my mother if they could take home some of my centerpieces!!! This is ON TOP of their tip. They took it upon themselves to tell me how many tables fit in my venue ...we ended up with an awkward set up and paying way too much for both linens and centerpieces. I wish I had gone to the venue and done a practice set up myself. Don't trust these people. They just want to weazle you out of as much money as they can. Also, they simply didn't bother with my set up details. The wedding was not what I envisioned. I clearly outlined all the details. We had had several meetings where she took notes. Here's just ONE example-- My mother had to remind them that I didn't want any barstools left in the bar because I didn't want people setting up camp and watching the game there. Of course, not only did they forget BUT they also left a couple. So, of course, people spent my entire reception in the bar area which is exactly what I didn't want. There's not enough room to go through every detail that I outlined for them and they didn't bother with. Bottom line is that I spent a lot of time thinking of the details and my day of coordinator didn't pay attention to those details. I don't recommend this vendor. I am not the only one...after I hired them I heard of two other brides that were also very upset with this vendor."

DJ:

Premiere Mobile Entertainment

"He rarely returns emails, he doesn't answer all of my questions, and made me a nervous wreck to have him at the wedding because of my problems with him prior to the wedding. He promised to do a monogram on the dance floor to make up for the awful months up to the wedding. Well, he forgot! Then it was too late to order a monogram that worked. I never got an apology. Do NOT use this vendor."

Dance Instructor:

Chattanooga Dancesport

"LOVE THEM! Our first dance was an absolute hit. We did the West Coast Swing to a Michael Jackson song. It was great because it was something my fiance could pick out and it definitely set the mood for a fun party. Chattanooga Dance Sport is an amazing place. They are super nice and accommodating. At one point they even let me bring in my dress and make sure I could dance in it."

Florist:

Grafe Studio Florists

"I do NOT recommend this vendor. My only advice if you do choose them is to actually put the number of flowers in each centerpiece on the order. Be specific in every single way and MAKE SURE someone is there on your day to ensure that your order is complete. I still don't feel like I received what I paid for with this vendor. Of course, my coordinator, Foxy Events, was there when I made my order, had a copy of the order, and still didn't catch any of Grafe's mistakes. This is the worst part...on my wedding day they were very flustered during the set up and Ms. Grafe said it was because they had FORGOTTEN about a wedding they had on Signal Mountain on the same day."

Jeweler:

Brody Jewelers

"So nice! Great selection! If they don't have what you want they can always get it for you, and probably at a better price than the other store. I am so glad we bought my ring from there."

Photographer:

Lori Line

"She is AMAZING. She's great to work with, has great ideas, edits the pictures to look fabulous, is reasonably priced, and is full of energy!"

Registry Vendor:

Plum Nelly

"My china is amazing! The owner spent more than an hour with me while I picked out my entire registry. It's all local stuff, too, which I love."

Rentals Vendor:

Rent-All Store

"So nice! We didn't have a single problem. They promptly return emails and are extremely nice on the phone. We added items several times and they never seemed annoyed."

Wedding Day Beauty Vendor:

Elea Blake Cosmetics

"So much better than going to the mall! It's definitely worth it for your big day. More than one person can have their makeup done a one time so it's much quicker than the mall. Also, their makeup is quite reasonable so you can buy some for touch-ups later that day. My pictures from here were great! You pretty much get the whole salon so we had snacks and drinks while we were there. They were extremely accommodating and I really enjoyed my time there. My bridesmaids and mom also loved it!"

Wedding Fashion Vendor:

Priscilla of Boston

"LOVED my dress! They were so nice and the selection is amazing."

Reception:

River Inn

Hotel:

Bluff View Bed and Breakfast

"Very rude! I had planned on having my ceremony, bridal luncheon, and maybe even rehearsal dinner there. I thought it would be great to have all my guests stay down there so they could easily walk to the restaurants and the Hunter Art Museum. It would have worked out perfectly for me and my bridal party to stay there as well and have all of our hair and makeup done...but absolutely not! They were very rude! I tried to go down there to visit and check it out and they were late and not apologetic. The couple that waited with us to check in to their hotel room on their honeymoon was there for at least 30 minutes before we even arrived. Bluff View has a phone to use to call the hotel when you do arrive, but no one answered. Do not believe them when they say they always have someone there. Also, it took several rounds of phone tag before anyone would even return my call to inquire about the place. The woman that took me around gave me the wrong information. I would NEVER recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone."

Restaurant:

Clumpies Ice Cream Co

Attraction:

North Shore

Attraction:

See Rock City!

Attraction:

Tennessee Aquarium

Ceremony & Reception Venue:

River Inn

"This venue is great because you can really plan your own wedding. There isn't a list of required vendors to choose from and the tables and chairs are included. The only problem is that the tables are VERY odd sizes and almost all of them only seat 4 or 6 people. Most weddings have tables that seat 8 or 10 so people have an easier time mingling. Also, it's a huge pain to try and order linens because NO linen company has linens to fit these tables. You have to order them big and let them drape on the floor. Also, after months of planning to have the dance floor in a certain room the owner told me 3 months before the wedding that I was not allowed to have the dance floor there. That was not in the contract."