The Best Wedding Vendors in Hamden, CT

The Best Wedding Vendors in Hamden, CT

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Glotique A Beauty Boutique 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 2
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Glotique A Beauty a boutique is a makeup service based out of Stratford, CT. The team of beauty experts is dedicated to enhancing their clients’ natural beauty. They are available for on-location and in-salon services and are able to accommodate any size party. Your wedding is one of the most memorable days of your life and these professionals hope t help you look and feel the best version of yourself. The team at Glotique A Beauty Boutique has over eight years of experience in the beauty industry and is trained to work with all different skin types and tones. This business offers a variety of different makeup techniques.

Christine was amazing to work with! She did an amazing job with the trial and was so open to feedback. On my wedding day she brought a different pair of lashes that she thought I would like and absolutely nailed it. She worked with me to make sure I felt as bridal and beautiful as possible! My mom & bridesmaids all looked so beautiful and felt so special!
Leila D., 9 months ago
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VVS Weddings 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Hamden, CT

We specialize in capturing timeless wedding moments with a creative + authentic approach. Serving Connecticut, NYC + beyond, we blend artistry and professionalism to create memories that last a lifetime.

VVS Weddings captured my sisters fairly tale in real time! I've never seen a photographer connect so well with her client, and the families. VVS Weddings creating memories my family will recall for many years, and in ways that'll inspire other stories!
Noah L., 5 months ago
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Go Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Go photo is an accomplished photography lifestyle. With over 20 years of experience get ready to invest in your future. Producing high-quality, life-lasting memories with versatility, structure, and organization. From the early planning to the end result every picture taken is handcrafted, retouched, and ready for reality. Our Photographers utilize the planning guide to executing every shot. Every wedding is unique and we can adapt quickly to any situation. Our expert artists use natural and self-enhanced lighting to carefully capture every moment. The gear is second to none and the envy of everyone else.

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The art of innovation. Creating stunning moments that last a lifetime, every wedding should use the same talent and hard work that takes photography to a whole new level. The talent here is creative artistry.
Andy Caron, 5 years ago
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Oui-CT Party Planners 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Esther Louijeune’s professional journey is a testament to her dedication and expertise in the realms of procurement and business management. With more than a decade of experience under her belt, Esther has developed a keen ability to interpret client expectations and transform them into seamless experiences, all while efficiently coordinating with external vendors. These foundational skills have proven to be invaluable throughout her diverse career.

Oui-CT Party Designer & Coordinator were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, they demonstrated a professional, confident, and honest communication style that immediately put us at ease. Their attention to detail, creativity, organization, and passion for their work were evident throughout the entire planning process. They seamlessly coordinated every aspect of our special day, going above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. We are so grateful for their reliable and dedicated service, which allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding without a single worry. Oui-CT Party Designer & Coordinator exceeded all of our expectations, and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Patricia B., 8 months ago
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Leslie Scotto Events, LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 1 service
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Throwing a party, particularly for an event that is as important as a wedding, can be stressful. Where do I start? How can I get it all done? How much will this all cost? Can I do this by myself? Leslie Scotto Events can help answer all those questions. Your wedding day should be one to remember, not one to stress over. That is where we come in. We will work with you to make sure every detail you ever dreamed of is there. We can do everything you need help with.

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If you're searching for a planner that will have your back on event day, look no further! Leslie takes time to get to know each of her clients and their vision for the perfect day and ensures you can enjoy every minute of it without thinking about anything behind the scenes. She brings her warm smile and calm disposition to even the most challenging circumstances. Leslie is super organized and maintains lovely relationships with other event professionals so you can be certain your entire vendor team will be on point.
Maple + Mum Floral Design, 3 years ago
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Z-Music Experiences 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

At Z-Music Experiences, we bring electrifying live entertainment to the East Coast—and beyond! No matter the occasion, if it calls for live music, we deliver unforgettable performances that elevate your event to the next level. Our passion for music is unmatched, and so is our commitment to making YOUR event extraordinary.

Working with Zach and the entire Z-Music Band crew for our annual Presidents Dinner at Lake Waramaug Country Club was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. From the moment we began coordinating, Zach was incredibly professional, responsive, and easy to work with — the booking and contract process was seamless. When it came time for the event, they absolutely crushed it! Their performance was vibrant, engaging, and showcased an incredible range of musical talent. The band has an impressive ability to read the crowd and deliver everything from timeless classics to high-energy hits — all with exceptional musicianship. I would recommend booking them 11 out of 10 times. In fact, we've already secured them for our next event and look forward to continuing this relationship for years to come. Thank you, Z-Music, for making the night unforgettable!
Tianna S., 17 hours ago
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Johnny Vacar 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Hamden, CT

IT FEELS LIKE I HAVE ALWAYS HAD A CAMERA IN MY HAND. I GREW UP TAKING PHOTOS ON MY DAD'S OLD CAMERAS AN HAVING AN IMPROVISED STUDIO FOR DEVELOPING OLD FILMS WAS GREAT. WHEN I WAS 15 MY DAD BOUGHT ME A CAMERA AND I QUICKLY FELT IN LOVE WITH THE ABILITY TO CAPTURE MEMORIES AND FREEZE MOMENTS IN TIME. A FEW YEARS LATER, I AM A PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN NEW YORK CITY BUT THAT LOVE FOR CAPTURING AUTHENTIC MOMENTS WITH REAL PEOPLE HAS NOT CHANGED. IT'S JUST AMAZING HOW A PASSION FOR PHOTOGRAPHY TURNED OUT TO BE MY DAILY JOB. I AM REALLY BLESSED EVERY MINUTE OF MY LIFE. I HAVE MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE NOW.

Awarded Best of Zola
Johnny is the reason why our day was magical. He is an expert photographer who captured our special day perfectly. He knows what he is doing and can understand your vision instantly. A complete pleasure to work with and made us feel so comfortable!
Mario & D., 3 years ago
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Beauty & Life: Captured! 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $3,795
  • Serves Hamden, CT

I am Bruno Sauma, founder and owner of Beauty & Life Captured! Wedding Photography Studio, a hardworking, focused and energetic individual that enjoys all sides of the shooting process: camera, lighting, editing, design and printing. Because of my long-term involvement working with image manipulation, printing and graphic design (at local companies and as a freelancer), I suddenly found myself in love with photography.After years of training and gaining experience with several styles of photography, I was naturally directed to capturing people in emotion, beauty and life; as a result, wedding photography became my true passion.

I was impressed with his portfolio. He has a remarkable eye for composition and and unique ability to capture organic moments. He is flexible and creative in regards to timing and locations and he is also very open to ideas and looks that you may have in your mind. Our pictures are breathtaking, and we are so grateful that we get to cherish them forever. Thank you Bruno…
Rebecca S., 9 months ago
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BELLA DONNA FILMS 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Professional Videographer team for cinematic, storyteller films. Having captured over 100+ happy couples in the last 5 years, we are sure, you'll be happy with our services. Drone included with licensed drone pilot. Next day sneak peak social media clips to share with friends.

Thank you so much for everything. For being flexible, accommodating, we can't stop talking about how great Bella Donna team were specially with all the requests we had.  I'm very happy you talked us into adding video to our package. Never imagined I would look like a Hollywood star in my own wedding LOL I was always nervous about feeling awkward with strangers on the big day, but your team made us feel comfortable and at ease. We ended up with a masterpiece that we cant wait to show to our future kids and grand kids!
Liz & W., 5 months ago
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A Starry Night Music 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Hamden, CT

You will remember your wedding forever. Each party is unique. We let the music speak for itself. Our disc jockeys maintain complete and absolute respect for your musical taste. We play pure music without any gimmicks. Great music should be the inspiration. We love to play unexpected musical treasures that make the crowd go wild! We work very closely with each client to create your individualized song list and to ensure that your party reflects your personal and musical style. We believe in tasteful use of the microphone for any pre-approved announcements. Music has its own voice. You can have a rocking party and still be elegant.

I am so glad we chose A Starry Night Music for our wedding! Carol was absolutely lovely, from the first phone call to the last dance song. She understood exactly the vibe we wanted and stuck to it! She was super easy to communicate with and had fantastic song ideas. Everything went so smoothly on the day and the music flowed so nicely. We are so grateful that we had such an amazing DJ!
Sara C., 7 months ago
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imagery.LIFE 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Hamden, CT

At imageryLIFE, we're not just your videographers or photographers; we're your ultimate wedding day wingmates! Imagine us as your partners in crime, capturing every heartfelt hug, silly smirk, and love-filled glance with the perfect blend of artistry and elegance.

We can’t say enough great things about Warren and his team! We met imagery.life at a bridal expo and immediately fell in love with their work and also Warren and his staff! They were all so friendly. On your wedding day, it is one of the most important days of your life. You spend time thinking about who you want in your bridal party, who you want invited to your wedding, because you want to be surrounded by people who care about you. Same thing goes with vendors but specifically your photo/ video team! For most people, there are two vendors that are going to be with you from early in the morning to late at night. Those two vendors being arguably the two most important vendors in our opinion your photo and video team and your makeup team. Your makeup team is going to make you look and feel beautiful on your wedding day and your photo and video team is going to capture those pictures of your special day to look back on for years to come! You want to have a team that is going to help you and care about you and your spouse making sure you have the best day! And that’s exactly what imagery. Life is all about! Warren didn’t hesitate to help us with reviewing our timeline for the day to make sure it ran smoothly! The week leading up to our wedding, it was not supposed to rain but as it got closer, it was calling for rain. Warren and his team remained cool and were able to go with the flow. In preparation for the possible rain during the 30 mins of our ceremony that we wanted outdoor, Warren and his team took advantage of the weather before it rained and made sure to get outdoor pictures of the venue. They did a great job at blending into the crowd when taking photos during the ceremony. Warren and his team didn’t miss a moment to capture a photo! During cocktail hour, the rain had stopped so Warren made sure we got outside to get our pictures outside that we were unable to get before the ceremony due to the rain. There’s no doubt that Warren and his team care about their couples and truly care about what they do. It’s not just a “job” to them, it’s their life. (Hence their name). Warren and his team did a great job at interacting with the guests and getting photos of our guests ! We will definitely use them in the future and you would be making a mistake if you didn’t pick them for your wedding day!! Thanks so much Warren and the imagery.life team!! - Tom and Kaeleigh
Kaeleigh, a year ago
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Totally About Weddings and Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Totally about Weddings is the type of service that will make that special day you've dreamed of coming true. We offer a variety of services such as planning, coordinating, elopement, and even officiating. We'll take away the stress and make your dream wedding come true. Then we combine planning with impeccable attention to detail to plan the wedding of your dreams. Which leaves you free to relax and enjoy the most important day of your life. Both are Member of the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) and Graduate of the ABC Certified Wedding Planner Program.

Tina & Tanya did such an amazing job at making sure our big day went smoothly! Communication was amazing and every little small detail that I wanted at the wedding was taken care of and they both went above & beyond to make sure my husband and I were having the best day. Thank you both so much
Morgan E., a year ago
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Imajenation Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Hamden, CT

As a professional Elopement & Micro Wedding Photographer based in the lakes region of New Hampshire, I love to be creative with our photographs and welcome your input to make your elopement/micro wedding day memories something you will cherish forever! Centrally located in Barnstead, I have documented Weddings all over New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut & New York.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen and Alexander were absolutely amazing to work with! From our engagement photos to the day of our wedding, they made us feel comfortable 100% of the time, made us laugh when things didn’t go as planned and truly made our wedding day so special. We felt they went above and beyond, took the most amazing videos and photos and we would work with them over and over again. 10/10!
Jackie C., 2 years ago
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Sage & Sonder Events and Design 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Hamden, CT
  • Offer

I've always been the creative, organized type—planning corporate events, alumni reunions, or special gatherings for loved ones. Years ago, I planned my own backyard wedding in under three months. The day before, disaster struck—a storm took down my tents, my fiancé broke his foot, and my dad had a concussion. After a long day in the ER, I was back arranging flowers and setting up decor. Despite the chaos, the wedding was beautiful. That day taught me this: every couple deserves to enjoy their moment without stress. That’s why I’m here—to bring your vision to life, beautifully and effortlessly.

Sage & Sonder Events and Design was a dream to work with for our wedding. Their communication was prompt, helpful, and professional from the start. The balloons and floral arrangements they created were truly gorgeous, serving as the center of attention and providing beautiful photo opportunities throughout our event. They went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and we'll continue to use them for all of our balloon needs in the years to come. We highly recommend Sage & Sonder Events and Design to any couple planning their wedding.
University, 7 months ago
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Christopher's Photography Studio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Hamden, CT

With over 15 years experience, I have been planning and photographing wedding in the Hudson Valley, and love it! We offer both photography and video services and have some really great packages for you to consider.

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We met Alyssa at a bridal show in Westchester, NY. The photos were so amazing, we shopped around the area (I lived in CT at the time) in Hudson Valley, NY and kept comparing, but no way close. Great job.
Renee and C., 2 years ago
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Tease and Makeup 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Tease & Makeup is founded by Stephanie Orsomarso, the go-to bridal beauty expert, offering a luxurious, and personalized experience for your wedding day. Based in Utica, NY, and renowned for her expertise in soft glam and effortless luxury hairstyling. With over 15 years of experience and training from top celebrity stylists, she uses only the finest, high-end products to create a flawless look that enhances your natural beauty with a touch of glam.

Tease and Makeup were an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day. Their communication was clear, kind, and open throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, professional, and high-quality. Stephanie in particular made me and all of my bridesmaids feel absolutely stunning on the big day. I couldn't recommend Tease and Makeup more highly for any couple looking for top-notch wedding beauty services.
Gabrielle T., 6 months ago
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Music Mania Disc Jockeys 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Owned and operated by Mark and Denise Pastor, Music Mania is a professional disc jockey company which was established in 1996. We provide services for all occasions! Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, corporate parties, you name it!

Music mania was truly amazing to work with. They were so flexible and accommodating and willing to help with anything possible. They do not get enough hype! We got so many complements from both guests and vendors on how awesome they were. This duo was born to entertain. You can’t go wrong with their services!
Gillian L., a year ago
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Rebecca Kowalski Gardening Services & Specialty Cut Flowers 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Our mission is to provide more than just flowers- we create a unique, sustainable floral experience for your special day and beyond. Natural design is at the heart of our inspiration and creations. Allowing the seasons to guide us we create romantic, garden-inspired creations with a generous selection of flowers sourced from our own fields located in the hills of Litchfield County, CT., as well as other sustainably sourced blooms to bridge the gap. We use many potted herbs, plants, and even small trees and shrubs in our designs that allow your wedding day to last a lifetime, and serve as unique wedding gifts and reduce waste by over a third.

10/10! Everything we hoped our centerpieces would be! She was on point with the color scheme and vibe we were going for. Our day would have been incomplete without Becky! Thank you for your amazing work and putting your heart into everything you did.
Taylor & P., 3 years ago
Emma Thurgood Weddings - Photography + Planning 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

I'm a New England elopement photographer + planner based in New Britain CT. I travel all over New England helping couples plan and document their best day ever. I specialize in elopements and weddings under 25 people.

We had Emma be our photographer for our wedding in June 2019 and she was absolutely amazing. From the time of first meeting with Emma to book, leading up to the wedding day, and the wedding day itself, Emma made sure that everything was in place and communicated fully with us about everything. Anytime I needed something she took over and handled it to make sure we had nothing to worry about. I would recommend Emma to anybody as she truly cares about you, your wedding party, and making sure you have the best day ever. A little bonus, we ordered a wedding photo book from her and it is absolutely beautiful, and I highly recommend getting one to remember your special day! Thank you so much Emma! To this day everybody still says how beautiful our wedding photos came out, and how much of a joy you were to work with :)
Sarah & J., 4 years ago
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BreezyGirl Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Hamden, CT

I am here for those chasing their forever. Whether you are looking to run off in the mountains with your person, or celebrate with all your friends + family surrounding you, I am here for it and I am here for you!!!

BreezyGirl Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, their communication was timely, professional, and quick, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, with a warm, golden-hour glow that captured the essence of our special day. On the day of the wedding, the photographer made my day flawless, ensuring she captured all the important parts of the day as well as some extra special moments. BreezyGirl Photography was an amazing photographer who made our wedding day extra special.
Evelyn S., 5 months ago
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The O-Tones 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

The O-Tones, a hot New England Swing and Soul band will melt your hearts and get your feet dancing. They’ve got soul. The O-Tones band has been playing for public and private events all over New England since 1990 and is a dynamic entity. Their repertoire includes many decades of music from the 1940s Swing tunes by Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra and others to Soul and Motown hits like Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, The Temptations and many more! They will make your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and/or dancing special and unforgettable!

My wife and I will never forget how Mary Witt and the O Tones set the scene for our day. From the moment the music started there were smiles everywhere, you could see our friends and family delight in not just the richness of familiarity but the distinct way the group makes it all feel special and new. We are SO happy we went with the O Tones!
Chloe B., 4 years ago
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Flowers by G Bella 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Flowers by G Bella bring an inspired and artful approach to Wedding flowers, Styling, and Planning. Offering a full scale of services that allows you to design the perfect event while choosing what is best for you. This wedding florist offers floral designs in an extensive variety of styles, including classic, country, eclectic, glamorous, modern, nautical, romantic, rustic, tropical, vintage, and others. Maribel and her professional team are dedicated to ensuring an experience that is as seamless as possible. They provide numerous services, such as consultations, event design, venue visits, samples, delivery, and setup.

Highly consultative florist who collaborated on a design proposal enough to understand my aesthetic and deliver amazing floral decor day of. Reasonably priced for NYC-area wedding florists. This company also handles wedding signage and other must haves like candles and card box.
Stacey + M., a year ago
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Miss Kirsten Mae Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Hamden, CT
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✨ Natural light. Real emotion. Storytelling with heart. I’m Kirsten, a wedding photographer capturing golden light and the in-between moments that make your love story uniquely yours. I specialize in creating a relaxed, joyful experience that lets you feel like yourselves—no awkward poses, just real connection.

Kirsten is AMAZING!!!! We had the privilege of have Kirsten fo our engagement and wedding photos!!Right from our first conversations we had about our shared love of Harry Potter and coffee, I knew she was the one! She made our engagement session so special for us as she kindly included our children as well and we have one of favorite family photos because of that. Working with Kirsten at our wedding was fantastic, she went above her duty as photographer and even helped me bustle my dress! Our wedding photos are amazing, my husband I still adore looking at them, especially with our children involved! We highly recommend Kirsten for wonderful photos.
Stephanie, 2 months ago
Lauren Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

This might surprise you...Prior to photography, I was a professional concert dancer. So I understand what it's like to be in the spotlight. And I understand how to use my training as a dancer to make you look stunning in front of the camera. I know the mechanics of the body and how to pose you to look your best. And on your wedding day, that is exactly how you should feel.

We are wedding videographers (Savstrom Studios) who recently had the privilege of working alongside Lauren at a styled photo shoot in St. Paul. We have known Lauren for awhile and love her work so it was a lot fun getting to work together and seeing her creative process. Lauren has incredible talent for styling, directing, and posing couples, as well as capturing wedding details. She does an amazing job capturing everything she needs, collaborating with other vendors, and keeping the atmosphere fun for everyone. Highly recommend Lauren for couples looking for beautiful, timeless photos and an amazing client experience!
Steve + Colleen, 5 years ago
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Christofora Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Formerly, Elite Wedding and Event Planning. We are a boutique wedding planning firm located in the Hudson Valley, NY providing services throughout New England, the Catskills, Hudson Valley, and destinations. Our passion is in planning and designing events in non-traditional spaces. We believe you should be the architect of your wedding day with the freedom to host events in unique places like rustic barns, country farms, lush vineyards, private estates, historic inns, and chic industrial buildings. In addition, we believe you should feel relaxed and get to enjoy every step of the process without worry.

We have worked with Elite Wedding and Event Planning many times. Angela by far is one of the best wedding planners we have ever worked with. Her level of perfection is second to none but she still has a calm demeanor and is always a breeze to work with. She has a great way of communicating with vendors and helps create a stress free celebration for her couples. We can't recommend her enough.
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Hamden, CT

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

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Shawnee was an unbelievable photographer and such a special part of our wedding weekend. From the moment we reached out to her to getting our pictures, she has been incredibly communicative, easy to work with, and deeply kind. She made us feel so at ease and taken care of at our Rehearsal Dinner and on our wedding day. She not only allowed us to be our fullest selves but also encouraged capturing us in ways that felt authentic and not stuck in expected wedding photos or gender roles. She captured our guests so beautifully too, particularly the kids who were in our wedding. Everyone's personalities shone through so wonderfully and the picture are absolutely stunning. We cannot believe how many and how incredible each and every photo is. We cannot recommend Shawnee enough!
Sasha F., 3 years ago
Lizzie Burger Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

I’m Lizzie, a wedding & engagement photographer in New York and New Jersey. For more than a decade, I’ve been capturing life's great moments. On wedding days, I am known for my happy and relaxed presence, making sure you’re on time and smiling throughout your whole day.

My husband and I hired Lizzie to do our engagement photos and bridal shower photos. She is really friendly, and her work comes out beautifully. I've recommended her to two other brides who also loved her work! When looking for a photographer, it was really important to me to find someone that would take timeless, natural looking photos that weren't cheesy and Lizzie delivered just that. For our engagement shoot, she thoroughly researched the location I chose (Central Park), recommending the best time for lighting and the best spots to take photos at. She delivered the photos quickly and even gave me a sneak peak the night of the shoot! For my bridal shower, she captured the most sentimental candids. The room was a little dark, but she has the right equipment with her to deliver amazing photos with perfect lighting. Aside from delivering a great final product, Lizzie is friendly and makes taking photos really comfortable. Her diligent research of the venue/location beforehand really made her work that much better. Her editing style is natural and timeless, and she was able to really capture how I was feeling at the moment.
Catherine and J., 5 years ago
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Rhode Tripper Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Hamden, CT

Tired of not seeing yourselves represented in the wedding industry? Welcome to the RTP fam - we're a husband and wife duo shooting a combination of digital, film and Polaroid photos so that your gallery will deliver all the vibes and capture your sick, nontraditional love. And because of all the time we'll spend together getting to know you and crafting the perfect photo timeline for your day, you'll feel like we're just your two best friends there to capture the moments. No matter your size, race, gender, sexual orientation or religion, we're here to hype you up as you share all your wildest wedding ideas with us!

Meaghan and Evan photographed our Halloween wedding and we couldn't imagine having anyone else! We met Meaghan and Evan last October when they shot our engagement photos. They were more than willing to trudge through our favorite park and stop at all our favorite spots to get some beautiful photos we used for our save the date. We got to get to know them a little more over at our favorite little ramen restaurant after the session and of course we were instantly sold! Meaghan was super communicative and responded to every email I sent her pretty much right away every single time. As we got closer to the wedding day, she sent an incredibly detailed questionnaire. It covered everything from our most important shots to what weird family dynamics she should be conscious of; we sincerely appreciated this level of care, especially as a queer couple with some iffy family things. When I was hiring vendors, it was extremely important to me to find vendors who were queer/queer friendly and body positive, and Meaghan checked off both boxes in spades. My wife and I both have huge body insecurities and are deeply self-conscious of photos-but Meaghan made us both feel so beautiful. I was never even aware of the parts of myself I am usually hyper aware of because Meaghan and Evan both made us feel so comfortable. We were able to laugh and feel every emotion without once worrying about how we would look in the photos. On the day of, Meaghan kept us right on track without rushing us or making us feel stressed. We were definitely running behind at points but Meaghan handled it all with grace and helped me keep my head above water the whole time. They captured every moment in such a storybook way that we are able to talk about and remember every detail of the day based on the photos. This gallery is such a keepsake and such a special reminder of the best day of our lives. Its so heartwarming to look back and see how happy we and our guests look. And my wife and I both couldn’t have asked for more stunning photos of ourselves. We both look and feel so feminine, so whimsical, so magical. She captured our authentic selves, which is what makes her photos so unique and beautiful. I can't wait to order our prints and have these photos in our home forever! Thank you, Meaghan and Evan. There's so much more I could say but I'll leave off with, we are so grateful to have had you on our day. We love our photos so much. And we can't wait to have you do another shoot for us sometime in the near future! We cannot recommend you highly enough!
Caitlin, 6 months ago
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JAGstudios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Hamden, CT

When we are not working we are outdoors or sitting by the fire. We love traveling to places where the earth is at its greatest. Our superpower is that we know what you are thinking. lol. Our style is Honest, Emotional, Intuitive, and Real. We love traveling anywhere in the world, as long as we're together!

I have the unique experience of being a wedding planner that works with JAG Studios and this past year as a client renewing her vows! I can tell you that they are truly gifted artists and are able to read their clients exceptionally well. They create and forge lasting bonds and capture not just the wedding but every single special moment and detail flawlessly. Every client is blown away by their work, and if your looking to have an amazing photo experience, then JAG is who you should go with. As a client, renewing my ten-year anniversary vows, I wanted a photographer that could capture the years and moments that it took myself and my husband to get to this point. To be very honest, I was pretty freaked about having my photos taken; I am a behind the scenes gal! However, both Jacklyn and Chris not only made us 100% relax, but I barely knew they were taking photos, and when all was said and done and the showed us the end product both my husband and I cried for days because it was more beautiful then we could have ever imagined. They captured who we were as a couple, and as individuals and every moment, moments I did not even think about will forever be in an amazing photograph. Jaclyn Watson Events
Jackie Watson, 5 years ago
S.D. Mack Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Hamden, CT
  • Offer

S.D. Mack Events, LLC, a luxury brand DJ company based in Jersey City, NJ. With an array of services including Emcee, DJ, Wedding DJ, Prom DJ, Bar Mitzvah DJ, and Sweet 16 DJ, we have everything you need to create an unforgettable experience.

S.D. Mack Events was the perfect choice for our wedding entertainment. From the start, their communication style was friendly, concise and honest, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and value was truly amazing - they were prompt, professional and turned the chaos of our wedding day into pure magic. Steve, our DJ, was a delight to work with - he listened to our crazy ideas, had a no-nonsense approach, and his mastery of the music selections kept our guests captivated all night long. By the end of the night, everyone couldn't thank him enough for making our special day truly unforgettable.
Gisele W., 9 months ago

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