Because we did the catering ourselves (with the help of some very amazing friends), Costco was a lifesaver. We were able to get most of the food pre-made: meatballs, cream puffs, blocks of cheese at a reasonable price, plus all of the paper products.

Salt Lake Coupons and Flyers (based in Riverton, Utah) simple had the best invitations for the best price in the city. We were able to get 500 full-color invitations, including ceremony and meal cards, for $250. The designer working on our invitations asked questions about how we wanted it to look, made alterations quickly, and provided us with proofs at every step along the way. Everyone commented on how wonderful they looked.

Stitched Specialties provided wonderful service for alterations on my wedding dress. I used my sister's dress. She is over 5 inches taller than I am, and they were able to shorten the dress without cutting the material, so that it can be returned to it's original state. They were spot on with how long it would take, and also recommended a wonderful dry cleaner with a reasonable price for cleaning.

Scott Berlin has been doing hair in the Salt Lake area for over 30 years. He is professional, experienced, and has a great eye for what looks good on you. He is skilled in all areas of hairstyling, from cutting and coloring to the perfect updo for the big day. For me, he did my color a week before the bridal pictures and then opened early the day of the wedding so that my hair would be perfect for our 10 am ceremony. He also made room for my bridesmaids at the last minute. Thank you, Scott!

The Music Makers is a 17-piece big band era dance band. They specialize in music from the 30's, 40's, and 50's, with some Beatles and country line dances thrown in for fun. They have an extensive playlist for you to choose from, and you can even sign with the band karaoke style. Very fun.

We did the flowers ourselves - all red roses - and ordered them wholesale in bulk from Costco's floral department. They had great recommendations for ordering time lines and amounts. The flowers were beautiful.

Something Borrowed specializes in decorating large, open spaces, like LDS ward house gyms, for weddings. Kris (owner/operator) was so helpful with suggestions so that we have the right look for our reception. Her team sets up and breaks down. All you have to do is put up the tables you need for the food area, and they do the rest. What a blessing when doing everything yourself for your wedding.

Brian Koka (owner/photographer) is wonderful to work with. He has a great eye and is very creative. He also listens to you. He is personable and enthusiastic. He spent hours with us for the bridal and engagement settings, taking close over 1200 pictures, just to ensure that he caught each moment just right.I would highly recommend him to anyone, and not just as a wedding photographer.