The Best Wedding Vendors in Southbury, CT

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Keane Eye Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Southbury, CT
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I am animated, honest and fun! I am a mom, wife, teacher, avid runner and overall a very passionate person. I love my family, anything nautical and really enjoy a great glass of bubbly at the end of a long day! I'd love to meet you!

Erica came highly recommended by our wedding planners, Consilium Events, and she nailed it! Her energy and humorous approach were very well received by everyone, especially the bridal party. Erica was flexible and highly communicative and helped us stay organized and on task all weekend so that we could strike the right balance between having fun and capturing important moments. We would 100% without reservation recommend Erica to anyone with photography needs, regardless of the occasion. One thing that we really liked was that Erica is a teacher and a mom... she knows how to multi-task especially when people have low attention spans!! Great job Erica and the Keane Eye team!!!!
Breanna G., 2 years ago
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Faithfully Driven 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Southbury, CT
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $650
  • Offer

Clergy for modern couples who want a ceremony that feels personal, meaningful, and emotionally unforgettable. As an ordained interfaith minister, holistic somatic practitioner, I bring a unique blend of ceremony, emotional presence, spiritual inclusivity, and calming support to your wedding day. I serve couples who may not want a traditional religious ceremony, but still want the moment to feel sacred, intentional, warm and deeply connected. I create ceremonies that honor your love story, your values, your energy, and the emotional experience you want to share with your guests. My approach is modern, inclusive, heartfelt, and grounded.

Rev. Julie was absolutely amazing! She brought such warmth, calm, and meaning to our ceremony. Everything felt personal, heartfelt, and completely us. She has a beautiful way of making the moment feel sacred without being overly formal or traditional. We are so grateful she was part of our wedding day!
Christine L., 2 months ago
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John Munno Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Southbury, CT
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Offer

John Munno is a talented and professional wedding photographer. He is the owner and lead photographer, a graduate of The New York Institute of Photography with over 10 years of professional experience and a true passion for capturing the unique beauty of your special day. John is dedicated to creating a completely personalized wedding photography experience for every couple he works with. His main aim is to tell the story of your special day in a style and layout that is personal to you as a couple and depicts the authenticity of your love and devotion through timeless images.

As an officiant, I’m always thrilled to hear when John is shooting a wedding for one of my couples. Aside from his obvious photographic talent and beautiful portfolio, couples can rely on John to be the most stress-free part of their day. His kind and calm demeanor means that everyone is always happy to see him and immediately feels more relaxed knowing that he’s got it under control. Magically capturing your day, most often without the need for a 2nd shooter, you will not regret booking John Munno to photograph your wedding.
Kathy V., a year ago
The Heritage Hotel 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Southbury, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

We are your destination resort without boarding a plane! You can park our car and celebrate all weekend long. We offer Rehearsal Dinners, Breakfast, Bar / Restaurant, Spa, Fitness, Pools, Hot Tubs and of course Hotel Guest Rooms. We have outdoor ceremony options in the stone garden or the vineyard and we always have a weather back up space in case the weather is not perfect. Timbers is our most popular rustic reception room. It can hold up to 200 guests and has 24' cathedral ceilings with exposed beams with lots of natural light overlooking our vineyard. Couples can take photos on our Golf Course while guests enjoy cocktail hour. After the wedding, everyone can go to the Tavern for the After party. After partying the night away, hit the elevator button and you can go right to your room. We typically host one wedding a day and have no set start time. Reach out today for availability and additional information

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
We had the pleasure of meeting Jennifer and other staff members at the Heritage Hotel for our wedding. Jennifer was always available to answer any questions I had along the way and gave us a tour of the venue multiple times. We had our rehearsal dinner there and they set up the room beautifully. The food for both the rehearsal and wedding were delicious and there was something for everyone to enjoy. They even offer centerpieces for the tables and to set up and break down decor and assign you a maitre de for the day of that is always getting you drinks and making sure you're comfortable. The venue is so beautiful and made for the best pictures! It's also super convenient that the ceremony, reception, after party, and hotel are all in the same location so there's no need to worry about traveling. The only down fall was that we lost power the night before the wedding for a couple hours and was surprised they didn't have a generator. But would definitely recommend having your wedding at the Heritage as it's a beautiful place with professional staff who are guaranteed to make you feel so important on your special day.
Leah L., a year ago
Melaniemeekermakeup 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 2
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Southbury, CT

!!See my cover Makeup for CT Bride 2020 Magazine!! To me as a former bride a photo is worth a thousand words. It is supposed to tell a story and provide a wonderful lasting memory for years to come. I will ensure our time and experience together is meaningful and fun. Professional makeup will be tailored to your individual needs. ALL skin tones, ALL ages, ALL skin concerns are covered. The makeup will be long lasting and a perfect extension of who you truly are. Fees include false strip lashes, skin prep, and complete makeup application.

We first worked with Melanie years ago and we were so impressed with her professionalism and talent! The bridal party looked gorgeous! We witnessed Melanie's warmth and rapport with the bride and all of her bridesmaids. Even after she left, the bride called her for a quick question and she answered immediately and offered assistance. Melanie has been on our preferred vendors list ever since!
Beet and Blossom, 4 years ago
Dana Elaine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Southbury, CT
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style

Oh, hey! I’m Dana. I am a free-spirit with a true love for connection and raw emotion. I’ve been known to get caught up in the experience and have a passion for storytelling, so my photography is candid and emotive. I’m also a sucker for a gorgeous, natural backdrop so there’s nothing better than capturing an honest moment with a killer landscape. ​ When I don’t have a camera in my hand or a client on the therapy couch, I’m busy being a Mom to twins and wife to my partner, Brandi. You can also find me decorating our home or researching our next spontaneous adventure.

We have been using Dana for about 2 years now, and she has photographed myself and family from fall portraits to a surprise vow renewals and continuously leaves us speechless with every ‘unveiling’. Dana is easy to work with. Her sessions are effortless and honestly most times we all can’t stop laughing. Her eye for detail is spot on and her creativity in the moment is so much fun to be apart of. I highly recommend using Dana for your photography use because you will not be disappointed!
Marrianne & E., 5 years ago
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Modern Strings 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Southbury, CT

We are a husband and wife team located in New Haven, Connecticut who have played over 1000+ weddings and hire professionals from the top orchestras in New England. As a modern couple ourselves, recently married in May of 2021, we are very familiar with the process on both sides. Modern Strings offers a variety of ensemble choices for your budget that range from a solo violinist, to an electric duo, to full string quartet. Whether you are wanting to stay classic or try something unique, our music library can offer you classical, pop, religious, film, jazz music, and more!

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so impressed with Modern Strings and highly recommend them! Our solo violinist, Ben, brought our vision to reality with beautiful music that added such an elegant and meaningful touch to our ceremony. Both Ben and Celine were professional, reliable, and excellent communicators throughout the entire process. We couldn’t have been happier with our decision to choose Modern Strings for our ceremony music!
Sara F., 8 months ago
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Fountainhead Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Southbury, CT
  • Offer

The granddaughter of two gardeners, I have always felt a connection to the earth through the soil. When someone brings flowers into a room, something changes...an energy, an excitement! I love being able to bring that kind of beauty into peoples lives. I'm a small-town girl who enjoys anything that involves working with my hands from cooking to knitting. I'm a total animal lover (partial to dogs), a die-hard Grey's Anatomy fan, and I take my martinis extra dirty. When I'm not flowering in our studio in Milford, Connecticut, I'm mommin' to three amazing little boys (our dog Pippa and cat, Galaxy).

Awarded Best of Zola
The bouquets were absolutely beautiful and fit my vision exactly! All of the flowers and decor complemented the venue perfectly and was exactly what I was looking for. Kate was great to work with, from the initial communication and planning to making several adjustments to our plan over time to sending a preview of the bouquet. We were also able to visit her studio in person and rent candles which was a huge help. Overall working with Kate was so easy and stress free and she really has a knack for bringing a vision to life! Thank you!
Elana, 2 years ago
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Weddings by Ms. Ellie 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Southbury, CT
  • Offer

I thoroughly enjoy meeting new couples, and I make every effort to perform the ceremony to your expectations. It is an honor to perform weddings, and I look forward to working with you. I have been performing weddings since 2017- check out my website for more reviews! I have performed over 300 weddings, vow renewals, and commitment ceremonies (traditional and same sex). I'm ordained solely to perform weddings; Christian, non-denominational, secular, and judgment-free. I am an active member of a local church community. I'm also a notary (Florida) if you prefer secular certification.

Awarded Best of Zola
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Weddings by Ms. Ellie as our wedding officiant. From our very first interaction, her communication style was clear, concise, respectful, attentive, and curious as she worked closely with my spouse and I to develop and coordinate the delivery of the perfect ceremony. The quality of her work was truly priceless, as she expertly guided us through this integral and momentous occasion with unwavering focus and care. Ms. Ellie's attentive nature instilled confidence in our decision, and I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to her again in the future, as she truly felt like a friend throughout the entire process. We are so grateful to have found such an exceptional officiant to help make our special day everything we dreamed of and more.
Elise P., a year ago
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WildRoot Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Timeless, editorial imagery with a warm, documentary approach. From the grand, luxurious details to the quiet, candid glances you share when no one’s watching, I’m there to preserve it all with intention. If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that feel both refined and deeply personal, I’d love to bring your vision to life.

From the moment we first spoke with Destiny from WildRoot Moments, we were impressed by her thorough, and professional communication style. The quality of their work is phenomenal. Destiny and her team went above and beyond on our wedding day. Pushing the timeline (even stretching it in certain ways lol!) while also quickly directing all those involved to ensure the photos were done smoothly. Even after an unexpected 1.5 hour delay that caused our ceremony and entire timeline for the day to be ruined, the team quickly adjusted, made a new timeline/game plan and created pure MAGIC. As if the delay wasn’t enough trouble, we were then met with a surprise tornado for our OUTDOOR, BACKYARD wedding so again, all plans that we had made for specific moments to be captured had to be changed, (& quickly because that delay lol!). I truly believe any other team at that point would have thrown in the towel & said “well we did our best.” But luckily for us, we had been blessed with a true angel that day. Destiny's professionalism ensured our day was not ruined and was going to be every bit as perfect as we imagined despite the outside circumstances. The photos she captured, beautifully reflect the love between my husband and I, and one would never know the true chaos happening behind the scenes all because of her skillful work. We are eternally grateful to Destiny and the WildRoot Moments team for capturing our special day, one that we had waited 9 years for, in such a heartwarming way.. so if you’ve found yourself reading this, look no further. Destiny & the rest of the WildRoot Moments team are your people!
Madison D., 2 years ago
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Cate Barry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Southbury, CT

I am a Connecticut-based wedding and portrait photographer obsessed with candid moments, real emotion, and the connections between human beings. I strive to capture life as we actually live it: full of beauty and roughness, joy and struggle, extravagance and simplicity. When I photograph you, I’m not thinking about getting likes on social media. I’m thinking about what will make your heart grow three times its size. I’m thinking about what will make you ugly-cry, looking back. I’m thinking about you seeing how awesome and truly loved you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband I decided to elope, planning the whole event in a week. It was important to me to get great photos to share with the friends and family who wouldn't be with us on the day. As soon as I saw Cate Barry's portfolio, especially with the candid photos, I knew that she was the right person to capture the true spirit of the day. Luckily, she was able to squeeze us into her calendar, and our preliminary meetings with Cate were fantastic: she made sure she understood our priorities—super open to who we are and what we care about—and she acted as friend, therapist, and wedding expert in a very frantic time. She even recommended a fantastic officiant who was exactly our speed. On the day, the three of us met up for some outdoor photos before the ceremony, and while I was afraid my husband and I might be awkward or stiff, Cate put us at ease immediately, and we were smiling with natural poses in no time. Then at the venue, Cate both contributed to and captured the joyful, relaxed atmosphere of the day.  We got our photos in record time, and even when we first flicked through the images on my phone over pizza, we could immediately tell Cate had memorialized the magic of the day, from happy tears to spontaneous jumping up and down with our witnesses. It means a lot to have wonderful pictures to share with our loved ones, and we would work with Cate again in a heartbeat.
KR, a year ago
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Bill Miller's Castle 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
Branford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,925

A magnificent, breathtaking landmark, Bill Miller’s Castle has served as an elegant venue for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Meticulous attention to detail, natural stonework, exposed reclaimed beams, an antique bronze bell weighing more than one ton, and rare antique furniture create a beautiful backdrop for any event or special occasion. Featuring five working field-stone fireplaces, three-story cathedral ceilings, ornate stained glass windows, crystal chandeliers, and a large dance floor; the grandeur of Bill Miller’s Castle will make your guests feel truly extraordinary from the moment they walk through the door.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Historic touches

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Bill Miller’s Castle was the first and last venue we looked at. We just knew it was where we needed to be married. And it was everything we could have dreamed of and more for our wedding! From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the character, beauty, history and warmth of the space. It’s truly one-of-a-kind, and our guests are still talking about how magical it felt a month later. The staff was incredible—professional, kind, and attentive to EVERY detail. Lisa Miller made the entire process seamless, and on the day of our wedding, everything flowed perfectly. The castle provided the most stunning backdrop, from the ceremony to the reception, and our photos and video look like something out of a fairytale. It has its only salon area to get ready and hair and make up was done flawlessly. Photographers will have a field day! Choosing Bill Miller’s Castle was the best decision we made. It wasn’t just a venue—it became a part of our story. We will cherish the memories we made there forever.
Alicia C., 10 months ago
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Aleksandra Artistry 
Rating: 4.9 (22 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $120
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Hey there! A little background information about me. My name is Aleksandra. I am 36 years old based out of Waterbury, CT. Makeup has always been a passion of mine, ever since I was little you could find me doing my mom, little sister, and grandma's hair and makeup. I always wanted a career in the industry but never thought it was attainable. Until I reached a point in my life where I decided to take a leap of faith pack my bags and drive down to Georgia where my older sister (a master MUA who owns her own agency) lives.

Awarded Best of Zola
Aleks and her team are so professional and easy to work with. Aleks was helpful during and after the makeup trial we had. She was very supportive when my skin was having issues and was able to provide very helpful advice when I reached out to her about it. She asked me questions about my skin care and was able to recommend some things to try to sort out my skin issues before the big day. The day of the wedding, my vision was brought to life from my hair to my makeup! My skin was glowing! And she made sure my bridesmaids loved their looks too! 10/10 would recommend!
Bianca V., 2 years ago
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Chameleon Brides 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Southbury, CT

The Chameleon Brides Team takes their expert award-winning luxury bridal hair and makeup experience to you on your wedding day. Many of our brides are hair and makeup obsessed... and so are we! We are the company you can trust that will deliver beautiful high-quality long-lasting, hair and makeup, all with our relaxed comforting and friendly approach. We believe every bride- to- be is unique and special, so we pay attention to all the details. We never skimp on products! We use Oribe, Bumble and Moroccan Oil. With over 40 years of experience, we know what it takes to make you look and feel absolutely gorgeous on your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chameleon Brides was a joy to work with for our wedding day. From the beginning, Carleens communication was open and transparent, and she was very knowledgeable about the latest wedding beauty trends. They were also open to any changes we requested, which put us at ease during the planning process. On the day of, the Chameleon Brides team did an absolutely beautiful job with our hair - everyone looked stunning. Their talented stylists were a pleasure to have around, helping to keep the atmosphere calm and positive. We felt that the value we received from Chameleon Brides was excellent, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for top-notch wedding beauty services.
Amy C., 7 months ago
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DJ Konsept 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Southbury, CT

As a veteran DJ with 20+ years of experience and 250+ weddings, I create sophisticated, custom music programs based on your tastes. I handle all audio logistics—from timeline planning to day-of run-of-show. Pricing: Evening Celebration ($1,900): Cocktail, Dinner, and Dancing with 2 sound stations and polished MC services. Full Day Experience ($2,500): 3 sound stations plus my battery-powered ceremony system for vows on beaches or gardens—no noisy generators. My resume includes tours in the U.S./Europe/Japan, and playing alongside artists like Drake, Calvin Harris, and LCD Soundsystem. I bring elite professionalism to every event.

As someone with a background in the events and music industry, my standards for production are incredibly high. Edwin (DJ Konsept) completely exceeded them for my wife Emily and my wedding in Montauk, NY. From our first conversation, Edwin was the consummate professional. His communication is exceptional- he is highly responsive, asked detailed questions to understand our specific vision, took careful notes, and was completely open to direction. We gave him a complex, multi-stage run-of-show, and he executed every phase flawlessly. He managed our outdoor ceremony, providing perfectly balanced mics and audio so everyone could hear our vows. He then seamlessly transitioned to setting the mood for our outdoor cocktail hour, and ultimately closed the night out by crushing a high-energy indoor afterparty. He arrived over-prepared with backup equipment and intuitively grasped the distinct musical vibe needed for each portion of the day. Technically, Edwin is a master. His beat-matching, transitions, and ability to read a room's energy are unmatched. He completely avoided the typical "cheesy" wedding tracks, weaving together exactly the right mix to keep our guests engaged. Furthermore, his pricing is incredibly fair and transparent, offering immense value for the high-end talent and peace of mind he brings to the table. If you want an incredibly talented, stress-free professional who operates with style and a cool, collected energy, you need to hire Edwin. He made our wedding day absolutely magical!
Corbin B., 5 months ago
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Willow & Grey 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Serves Southbury, CT

I instinctually fell in love with the creativity of floral design and it wasn’t long until Willow & Grey was born. WG creates unique, romantic, and whimsical floral designs for weddings and events in New England. My desire is to curate florals that reflect and celebrate the beauty and magic in life’s most cherished moments.

Willow & Grey were an absolute pleasure to work with. Their communication was clear, fast, and easy, making the planning process a breeze. The quality of their work was truly amazing - the floral arch they created for our ceremony was romantic, stunning, and the perfect grand backdrop. Everyone raved about the hanging florals they set up in the ceremony space as well. Renee is so sweet and brought my vision board and dreams to life, creating a final look that was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. I look back at the pictures and am still in awe of how gorgeous everything turned out. Willow & Grey's attention to detail and stunning work made them invaluable to our special day.
Jeanette M., a year ago
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Rebel Rose Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Rebel Rose Floral is a boutique floral studio that specializes in designing romantic and whimsical garden style florals for weddings and events throughout Connecticut. We are based in Milford, CT and love to work with couples who love and appreciate what flowers can bring to their weddings!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tracey came highly recommended by our wedding planner and for a good reason. My husband and I knew that we wanted flowers that were colorful and really popped. We were able to show Tracey our inspo photos and through that she curated a unique set of florals for our special day. The amount of compliments we received on our florals was insane. Tracey is also such a joy and pleasure to work with. If you’re looking for an incredible and passionate florist than Tracey is your girl!
Jessica M., 2 years ago
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Great River Golf Club 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Milford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 182 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $15,000

At Great River, we offer a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception of your dreams. From our exquisite food and attentive staff to the scenic surroundings, we take great pride in assisting you in making your wedding day all that you envision. Come by for a visit to see why couples say Great River Golf Club is a hidden gem. With a personal Bridal Concierge by your side for the entire evening, all you have to do is enjoy your special day! Our focus is on you, as we only host one wedding at a time. With five-star venue & cuisine ratings, Great River Golf Club provides wedding packages that are both affordable and customizable. We pride ourselves on being professional, flexible, and responsive throughout the entire planning process.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Classic elegance
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
Had the best experience with great river for my wedding! Incredible staff and the food was amazing, we got so many compliments! And of course the venue was absolutely beautiful, especially for a fall wedding.
Ally, 2 years ago
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Hart Bridal Company 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Congratulations on your engagement! Now the fun begins! Planning your big day and we would love to be a part of it! Hart Bridal Company is the strictly bridal division of Hello Gorgeous Hair and Makeup based out of Orange Connecticut. We specialize in all things bridal styling! From traditional styling and traditional makeup applications to hair enhancements and airbrush makeup.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hart Bridal Company provided impeccable hair and makeup services for my wedding day. Nickie and her talented team were incredibly professional, patient, and attentive throughout the entire process. They made my bridal look absolutely stunning, with hair and makeup that exceeded my highest expectations. Nickie and her crew truly made my wedding day everything I could have imagined and so much more. I am so grateful for their expertise and care in helping me feel my absolute best on one of the most special days of my life.
Amanda, 2 years ago
RS Event Co 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Southbury, CT

While I offer planning services for all types of events, weddings are my absolute favorite. I love working with people. I love making them laugh. I love love and I love watching each event unfold. This is literally my dream job and I am so grateful that I get to work in this amazing industry.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found RS Event Co. through a friend and are so glad we did! The Month-Of Coordination package offered us just what we wanted as we were looking for someone to handle the day of details to allow our family to enjoy the big day. And while Raquel did handle the smaller details, she also did so much more. From day one, she was professional, supportive and detail oriented, quickly becoming someone we could rely on and ask questions to. She made herself available for not only calls with vendors, but in-person meetings, ensuring our questions were heard and our vision was being brought to life. On the day of the wedding, Raquel struck the perfect balance of being supportive and discreet and after the event, I kept telling friends and family that I felt like everything went perfectly! I know that’s a testament to all the hard work Raquel put in to ensure my husband and I had the best day. She anticipated our needs before we had to ask and went above and beyond in areas that we didn’t even know we’d need until the big day (an example being driving guests from our reception to the parking lot in the venue’s golf cart). These feelings don’t just apply to myself and my husband as my parents have also expressed their gratitude for everything she did. We were all able to be present the entire day because of Raquel and that was truly a gift! For anyone considering a wedding coordinator, please reach out to Raquel! She will immediately jump in to help wherever she can while also being your personal cheerleader.
Lily H., 2 years ago
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Woodwinds 
Rating: 4.5 (13 reviews)
Branford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 600 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $115

WoodWinds is one of the most sought after Connecticut wedding venues for wedding receptions, banquets, corporate events or any special occasion, in the Tri-State area. A wedding in our impressive European Country Manor will reflect your personal vision. Imagine a magical experience, enhanced by a unique ceremony and reception on the beautiful grounds of WoodWinds. Envision standing on a grand staircase under the twinkle of Austrian Crystal chandeliers, taking pictures in a magnificent garden and dancing the night away on a marble dance floor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
The venue had a few hiccups, but overall we had a lovely reception there. The outdoor space was the highlight - truly gorgeous for photos. Communication on coordination was a bit spotty at times, but the maître d', Sergio, was a god send and stepped in to ensure things flowed smoothly. The food was phenomenal, as well! So many of our guests shared it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. We did have both our bridal attendants provided by the venue disappear on us shortly after we arrived, which was inconvenient since we would have paid for our own attendants if we knew that would be the case. While parts of the indoor space is dated, it worked out beautifully with some creative decor. When weighing everything in, the Woodwinds was a spectacular venue!
Negeena & M., 2 years ago
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Tooovisual Media 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Welcome! My name is Tony Baldelli, The Owner of Tooovisual Media. Since getting into the wedding industry years ago, my goal has stayed the same. To help couples create lifelong memories, and make their wedding as memorable as can be!

Tony & team provided wedding and videography services for our wedding reception. They captured every special moment with such creativity and attention to detail, leaving us with stunning photos that we’ll cherish forever. Not only was Tooovisual Media professional and punctual, but their warm and friendly personalities also put everyone at ease, making the entire experience enjoyable. They also took extra care when photographing my special needs sister-in-law. The turnaround time for receiving our photos was within the discussed range, and the quality exceeded all expectations. Every image tells a story and reflects the joy and love of the day perfectly. If you're looking for a talented, reliable, and genuinely wonderful photographer for your big day, look no further. We are beyond thrilled with the results and can't recommend them enough!
Alexis M., a year ago
Wild Grown 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Wild Grown Floral is a boutique floral studio based in Seymour, Connecticut. Providing florals for every occasion: weddings, special events, holidays, birthdays, sympathy... We look forward to hearing from you and would love to make your floral vision come to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsay is a magician! She delivered the most stunning, colorful, vibrant bouquets and boutonnières to our venue the morning of our wedding. She did such a fantastic job nailing our exact vision! We did all our decor florals and Linsday was so helpful in collaborating with us to make sure everything matched beautifully! The stunning colors really made our special day pop. I can’t recommend Wild Grown enough thank you Lindsay!
Reveley P., a month ago
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Event Music Pros 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Southbury, CT

You have been planning your Wedding your entire life! With Event Music Pros Wedding DJ you can rest assured, you have hired a professional DJ that your guest will love. Now Serving all of Connecticut, and parts of New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Affordable Wedding DJ you can trust. Our Professional Wedding DJ will make sure your guests as well as family members enjoy the event or party. We also make the party entertaining at the same time. In pursuit of the same, we make solid preparations in advance. Our DJ's have a dependable backup plan to tackle any emergency situation or any other unseen circumstance.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hearing compliments for WEEKS after our wedding about how much great a time they had is amazing, but hearing it was the BEST party they have been to in years is AWESOME!!!! Bill had our guest dancing until the end. Thanks for making our wedding unforgettable!
Mia P., 8 months ago
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JR Media Solutions 
Rating: 4.7 (12 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Hi, I’m Rafael, the owner and creative behind JR Media Solutions. I believe wedding days should feel calm, joyful, and fully lived not rushed or staged. While I’m new to Zola, I’ve spent years photographing and filming weddings across Connecticut and beyond, earning over 100 five-star reviews by being dependable, organized, and genuinely invested in my couples. My approach is simple: show up prepared, stay present, and document your day honestly so you can relive it for years to come.

JR Media Solutions was the perfect choice for our wedding. Rafael captured every special moment from getting ready to dancing the night away and everything in between. Our sneak peek and wedding photos came earlier than expected and are so beautiful. We can't stop looking through them. Taking photos with each table on their way to the buffet was a brilliant idea and allowed us to get quality photos with everyone vs. photos of them sitting at their tables. Rafael was very professional, reasonably priced, a pleasure to work with, and did an excellent job behind the camera. We highly recommend him!
Colleen B., 7 months ago
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Rev. Lauri Ingram 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $475
  • Serves Southbury, CT

I’m Rev. Lauri, an award-winning interfaith and interspiritual officiant who believes your ceremony should reflect your unique love story. Whether your wedding is spiritual, secular, or somewhere in between, I bring warmth, creativity, and a calming presence to help you feel supported every step of the way. Based in New Jersey and serving the surrounding areas, I specialize in heartfelt, inclusive ceremonies that feel personal, meaningful, and true to you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lauri was fantastic to work with and we are so grateful we found her. She was a caring a nurturing presence throughout, was very receptive to our requested changes as we planned the ceremony script, and was clearly motivated by doing what would be right for us. She met with me and my fiance about four times during our wedding planning process to get to know us and modify our ceremony plan/script to what spoke most to us most as a couple. She was knowledgable about a variety of cultural traditions and helped us incorporate the Irish Hand Fasting Blessing into our ceremony, providing us with an everlasting, unique memory and memento (the handfasting chord) of our promises to each other. We received several compliments from our wedding guests about Lauri's ease and professionalism while she officiated our wedding. We highly recommend her! - Tess, May 2025 Bride, Bill Miller's Castle
Teresa P and M., a year ago
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NYCT DJ's 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Hi! I'm DJ Rubin, Founder, Chief Event Officer, and Lead DJ & MC for NYCT DJs: The Party That Never Sleeps! We are a premier wedding entertainment company based in Connecticut, bringing the vibrant energy of NYC to every event. Serving Connecticut, New York, and the entire New England / Tri-State area, we specialize in creating unforgettable wedding experiences.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Rubin and David W. were both amazing! David was very accommodating and has a vision in capturing what he wants. The package was reasonable and it was beyond everything we expected and more. DJ Rubin was praised by not just us but by all the family there for being engaging and being able to blend both old classics with new modern Pop music along with EDM and a little bit of DnB near the end of the night. As a fellow raver, he understood what we wanted and was very thoughtful in his song selection. He was also teaching people how to dance on the dance floor to keep the crowd engaged, participating and enjoying themselves. I wouldn't be surprised if our family wants to hire him and his team in future events because of how unforgettable the reception was for our wedding. For those who want a team who crafts your needs into something special and unique and gets everyone talking about the experience, definitely hire DJ Rubin and David W!
Kat, a year ago
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The Lake House 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Wolcott, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Lake House catering facility is located within steps of its own private lake. Situated on over 19 acres, privacy and sophistication adorn you from the moment you arrive. Designed and built to capture unsurpassed lake views from every seat, The Lake House delivers the finest service and cutting-edge cuisine to satisfy the most discerning of palates.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Dressing room available
  • Provides event staff
  • Space for a large guest list

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
I can’t even put into words how special my wedding was thanks to The Lake House (but I’m going to try lol). I found this location on Zola and when I contacted the owner, Paul, it was like speaking to an old friend even though we had never met before. He is so sincere and thoughtful and has the best tips and tricks for wedding planning. I never hired a wedding planner and I was a little overwhelmed in the beginning of my planning process but Paul was there every step of the way for me. He answered all my emails filled with dumb questions and he advised me in the best way. Carole, my wedding coordinator at the venue, was an absolute gem as well and made things so easy. My wedding was 11/16/24 (the last wedding of their season!) and I still have guests telling me how fantastic everything was. Especially the FOOD. I truly dream about the filet mignon and tiramisu we had about twice a week lol. I can’t say enough amazing things about this venue. I would have my next birthday party here just so I can see Paul and Carole again and eat more of the delicious food lol. The location is GORGEOUS and they truly made my wedding the best night of my entire life.
Nicole M., 2 years ago
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J Maurer Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Southbury, CT

Hi, it's Jenni, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Connecticut. I love hikes and adventures, nature is my natural habitat and my biggest dream is to travel the world. I am hopeless romantic and I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph, so if you see me wipe a tear at your wedding no you didn't lol. I am also a dog mom and I love animals in general, my puppy means the world to me! I am a dedicated, passionate, fun and caring person and I put love in everything I do. I can't wait to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenni with J Maurer Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication throughout the planning process was consistently kind, fast, and professional, which we really appreciated during a hectic wedding season. On our big day, Jenni rolled with the punches when bad weather forced us to change plans last minute. She kept us calm with her reassuring demeanor, all while snapping gorgeous photos that she delivered many of the very next day. We were thrilled to relive moments from our wedding as soon as possible thanks to Jenni's quick turnaround. Overall, Jenni is a consummate professional who clearly loves capturing special moments with her lens. Her beautiful, adaptive work shined through despite the weather challenges. We'd enthusiastically recommend J Maurer Photography for any couple seeking stunning, timely wedding photos.
Elise D., 2 years ago

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