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Any other Hampton Roads/Tidewater area brides?  Since we're not North or Southwester, I figured Richmond was the closest geographical location!

Give a shout out and let the other area ladies know how you're planning is going!

Hi wahine!  I don't know of any Hampton Roads specific blogs.  My personal blog is www.palindromebride.blogspot.com - I have my vendors linked on the side and some reviews.  I've done a ton of research, so give me a shout out if you need anything in particular.

Where an when are you getting married? 

Welcome to the hive :)

Hey FlipFlop!  Enjoy the research stage!  I think that part was fun getting to see all the different options - now I'm in the commitment stage - having to put down deposits and make decisions.  Yikes!  It's been harder for me.

Do either of you girls have your dress yet?

@jingle: thanks!  I have my dress, but need alterations done - are you getting your alterations done there?

@flipflop: what designers are you looking at?

I love Pronovias too!  I had given up on finding one my price range, but I tried one on at a salon and I walked out with the floor sample for cheap! 

I love the idea of a tea length dress as well.  I was the one who wanted a beach wedding and FI was the one who wanted the big traditional wedding - lol. 

Do you know anyone in the military who could sponsor you?  If so, you could get married by the lighthouse at Ft. Story and have the reception at the club there.  That could be a good, and budget friendly beach option for you :)

hey jaymugirly!  I have a coworker getting married at the Lesner Inn this fall - pretty venue!

Which vendors are you still looking for?  I have a list of the ones I've booked so far on my blog.  Looks like you've got the photographer, reception venue, and caterer.  I'm not using a florist but do have a recommendation for that.  Also I can share with you the name/number of the girl who's doing my hair and whatnot.  Let me know what you need and I can help you out :)

Yep! She does both hair and makeup - I'll PM you the info!

Hi dancingactress! Woo hoo!  It's almost your time.  When you've settled back down from your honeymoon, I'm sure the other 757ers would love to hear your take on local vendors and such.  Keep us in the loop :)

Great compilation of area non-hotel venues 3 o'clock walk!  Thanks for sharing!  Have you interviewed or gone to any tastings yet?  I did a tasting with East Beach Catering and was sold!  If your venue doesn't have a list and you're looking for someone who could really work with you on concepts and budget-wise, my colleague's wife owns a catering company.  She does delicious food and is completely reasonable.  I'd be happy to PM you her info if you'd like it!

Absolutely!  I tend to think of it as  part of HR because so many people commute between the two!  Welcome :)

Oh man!  I'm tying up all the loose ends and prepping for my move to Durham once we're married.  The projects from here on out are are on the smaller side (OOT bags, favors, photobooth props, etc).  I've been working with really great local talent, so I can't wait to share some reviews and the final outcomes for the 757 ladies.  Have a wonderful visit in January!  I'm sorry I won't be there for a get together :(

Hi all! I'm planning my wedding in Hampton Roads from Maryland. I'm getting married 11-13-2010 in Norfolk. Church is booked, but still searching for reception venues, catering, and photography. Any suggestions would be helpful! Thanks!

Hey Viola,

I'm in Norfolk! I haven't looked at any venues yet as a bride, but I've been to a lot of them as a guest. I've had several friends use Sam Hughes as a photographer (as did Mrs. Lamb) and they all have beautiful pictures. I also know a few people who have used Echard Wheeler and they have lovely pics as well. They both have blogs for stalking. :) Do you mind saying what church you are marrying in?

Let me know if I can help at all. Happy planning!

I'm getting married at South Norfolk Baptist Church - it's where my parents and grandparents were married, and I was baptized. I requested quotes from Founder's Inn, Sheraton Waterside, and Marriott Downtown Norfolk. Founder's Inn is booked for my date, and a bit pricey for me. We're looking at having 150 guests. Thanks for the photographers, I'll check them out!

Hi Viola!

Our reception was at the Harrison Opera House and catered by East Beach Catering - I recommend both! Our family stayed at the Marriott and that's where our rehearsal dinner was hosted as well.  We had delicious food the whole weekend.  Are you looking for a hotel reception place in particular?  Another hotel in the area would be the Renaissance right across the water in Portsmouth.  If you're open to non-hotels, you can also check into the Nauticus (they have banquet rooms with great water views).  I loved working with Sam Hughes!  If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask!

Thanks Lambie :) We're going in February to take a look at Cape Henry Beach Club on Ft Story in VA Beach - FI and I are DoD civilians (working for the Navy!!) so we can use military sites, which would be a more budget friendly option for us. I can't wait to see all your recaps! You looked gorgeous in your wedding photo, reminded me of Lauren Bacall!

Ft. Story is beautiful with the lighthouses and the O club is right near the beach.  Lambster was in the Navy and if we had gotten married over the summer, I would have definitely wanted to have the wedding down there!  Another photographer that I worked with in VA Beach who I loved was Amy Sandoval.  She did some really beautiful portraits for me.  Have fun planning!

Great tips Amanda! 

You ladies getting married in May and June are getting so much closer!  I hope all your planning is going smoothly :)

We used Blue Steel as well!  I'd love to see your photographs after your wedding, everything I've seen of theirs in the Chrysler Museum has been beautiful!

It's official!! We have a reception venue :) Wedding will be at South Norfolk Baptist Church, and the reception will be at Vista Point Center at Norfolk Naval Station :) And I found our photographer today. So happy, things are falling in place!