Vendors

Businesses I Recommend

I’ve been in the photography industry for over 12 years and have built amazing relationships with some of the best vendors in Hampton Roads

 

Please consider these vendors that I love

Hair & Makeup

Makeup by Vega

Makeup by Vega

Being a Makeup Artist for Carly is more than giving you a beautiful look for your special occasion. For her, Makeup fills her soul with warmth and joy. To be able to experience your happiness; your joy, your bold and beautiful moment, with nothing but love.

Serving all of Hampton Roads

Anywhere by Shae

Anywhere by Shae

Anywhere Beauty by Shae is a  Makeup Artist and Hairstylist from Hampton Roads, VA . We service Weddings and Special Events throughout the local area, including  VA Beach, Chesapeake, Outer Banks, Williamsburg  and Richmond . . Anywhere Beauty By Shae has been in the industry for over 12 years. We specialize in Licensed on-location hair styling, make up, skin care , and body waxing.

Mane & Cheek

Mane & Cheek

Stacey’s professional stylist team will come to you on your big day! Offering both full hair and makeup services, they come ready with everything needed to create the perfect look for you. They are session stylists who work all kinds of events from proms and weddings to senior portraits, head shots and boudoir photography. Their goal is to make your event fun and stress free and, of course, beautiful.

Cakes, Cupcakes & More

Sugar Craft Cakery, Baker Extraordinaire

Sugar Craft Cakery, Baker Extraordinaire

Jess is so excited to share her passion for cakes, pies, cookies and more with you. From simple to complex, she has done it all! Whether you need a 5-tier wedding cake for 400 people or just 12 cupcakes shes got you covered. Sugar Craft Cakery will make your sugar dreams come true, one spoonful at a time!
Incredible Edibles Bakery

Incredible Edibles Bakery

Specializing in the earliest concept to the seamless execution of every detail… Incredible Edibles Bakery …understands your need for a professional, worry-free event.

DJ & Live Music 

Melody & Co Entertainment

Melody & Co Entertainment

If you are looking for the best entertainment when it comes to top notch equipment, DJ and MC interaction and meticulous planning all tied into a small business, personalized approach, then you have come to the right place. Melody and her team are dedicated and downright passionate about making your event the best event you have ever had.

Sound Waves DJ Entertainment

Sound Waves DJ Entertainment

Sound Waves DJ and their team are a business founded upon integrity, professionalism and building personal relationships.  Sound Waves DJ Entertainment specializes in all events including weddings, corporate events, and sweet 16’s.  It is their guarantee to you, that your event will be treated as if it were their own bringing you an entertaining, yet memorable experience.

Event Planning and Day of Coordination

The Happy Hour Hostess

The Happy Hour Hostess

In 2013 The Happy Hour Hostess opened with the goal to create the premier event planning company in the Virginia Coastal Plain. Building on the ideals of extraordinary customer service, attention to detail, and a fierce creative spirit, the company has grown significantly.
Over the last 7 years we realized that our favorite clientele are dedicated to creating extraordinary events that their guests will fully enjoy and remember for years to come.
Soirees by Lauren, Event and Wedding Planning

Soirees by Lauren, Event and Wedding Planning

Soirees By Lauren offers full and partial planning for any wedding or event. They provide services for destination weddings and specialize in helping out of town brides plan weddings in the Hampton Roads area.
Vibe Events Group, Event and Wedding Planning

Vibe Events Group, Event and Wedding Planning

VIBEvents Group is an award winning and woman owned event planning agency headquartered in Chesapeake, VA. With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and event industry, Veronica and her team of event professionals specialize in developing event concepts and providing solutions for creating memorable experiences for corporate and special events.

More Wonderful Vendors 

East Beach Catering

East Beach Catering

East Beach Catering has been in business for 14 years! Founded in Norfolk, VA by Cathy Carter McCallum, East Beach Catering has earned acclaim as one of the most esteemed catering companies in the region. We’ve proudly catered the full gamut of events – from galas, weddings, and corporate functions, to backyard family gatherings and every kind of social occasion in between! 

Kellam Estate Venue

Kellam Estate Venue

The historic home is dominated by ancient trees, rolling lawns and a dense hedgerow providing additional privacy around the perimeter of the estate. Period structures remain across the property and include a barn, stables, a gas house, smoke house and a schoolhouse.

Silk Bridal Studio

Silk Bridal Studio

But just because you’re buying a dress off the rack doesn’t mean you should compromise on the experience of finding your wedding gown. Amy and Evie have a combined 13 years experience in bridal and firmly believe in the importance of excellent customer service and providing a relaxed, intimate atmosphere to shop in. After all, it’s your wedding day, and we want your time at Silk to be enjoyable from start to finish.  

Rusty Cottage Vintage Rentals & Styling

Rusty Cottage Vintage Rentals & Styling

With over 20 years experience in the catering and event planning business and our favorite thing to do is to work with you on designing your event based on your dream vision. We have a large inventory of vintage rental items in our showroom & in storage and we will build custom things or find whatever you are looking for. 

Lesner Inn Wedding Venue

Lesner Inn Wedding Venue

The exclusive waterfront event venue & catering facility in Virginia Beach
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites

Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites

Virginia Beach’s newest and Hotel and Resort located on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach!  Their brand new Seaside Ballroom is the LARGEST in Virginia Beach!

Have we worked together?

  Lets get you on the list!

I do my best to help my couples plan the best day possible and I couldn’t do that without being able to recommend the best vendors in the industry.  If we’ve worked together and you would like to be listed on my Favorite Vendors page, please reach out!  

DISCLAIMER: While I can personally and professionally vouch for having an extraordinary experience with each an every one of these local vendors, please note that they do not work for me and therefore I cannot be held accountable for your personal experience if you decide to work with them.

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