The Best Wedding Vendors in South Lyme, CT

The Best Wedding Vendors in South Lyme, CT

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Randall Garnick Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

It's been 12 years running this small business as a Boston wedding photographer, a New England wedding photographer, working all around the greater Boston area and traveling to destination weddings as well. It's been a crazy ride so far and I can honestly say I still love what I do! I am so grateful that 250+ wedding couples have trusted me to be a part of their weddings, to document one of the milestone days in their lives and to create beautiful heirloom albums and artwork they can enjoy for a lifetime. Ultimately that's what it's all about, serving my clients and creating an amazing experience.

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Hiring Randy as our photographer was one of the best choices we made for our wedding. Our wedding was originally scheduled for April 2020, and he graciously stuck with us through several postponements. His photographs are beautiful, and we love his style. He was also a very easygoing, calm presence during a stressful day. Wayne (the second photographer) was fantastic as well. It was great to have a photographer who knew our venue (Saltwater) well. Randy has given us photos that we will treasure for the rest of our lives, and we’re so grateful.
Ravi R., 2 years ago
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Glitzed Events 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

At Glitzed Events, we create bespoke florals and event designs that transform spaces and bring each couple’s vision to life. With an office in Long Island and design studios in New York and New Jersey, we seamlessly serve couples across the region. Whether you dream of a romantic, lush setting or a modern, sophisticated ambiance, our expert team ensures every detail is executed with precision and elegance. From floristry to event enhancements, our integrated approach delivers a cohesive and stress-free experience, making your celebration as stunning as it is unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicole did a beautiful job with our wedding florals. She was so receptive to everything I envisioned—and even when I made some changes along the way, she completely understood the look I was going for and brought it to life beautifully. The florals were beyond stunning, and everyone raved about how gorgeous the colors were. She has such an incredible eye and made everything feel so cohesive and romantic. Thank you!!
Lauren A., a day ago
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Jonathan Packer Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

I’m Jonathan Packer, a New England wedding photographer, and I have the privilege of capturing couple's stories all around the Northeast. My passion lies in preserving the most meaningful moments of happiness. There’s something special about seeing the journey that brings two people together, and I love being there to document it. My approach is simple: I want your day to be effortless, fun, and full of smiles, so I aim to make your photography experience feel relaxed and natural. I believe in capturing moments as they unfold naturally.

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Jon was incredible! He was so easy to work with from first point of contact to the actual event. He responded super quick whenever we reached out. On the day of, he was great. He’s so sweet! My husband and I are terrible at posing. His coaching and direction made it easy. He didn’t miss a beat, every important moment was captured and then some. Our photos came out even better than expected. I highly recommend Jon!
Kate, 4 months ago
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Nectar & Vessel 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

At Nectar & Vessel our ethos is sustainability + bliss-forward designs. We specialize in arrangements that are full of texture, unique and lush. We crave the weirdo flowers, the heirloom varieties and mixing in contrasting natural elements. We don't try to be on-trend, rather we are intuitive with the flower and our clients and let the flower speak to us.

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Working with Naomi and her team at Nectar & Vessel was truly an incredible experience. Aside from the marriage itself and celebrating with our loved ones, the floral design was the part of wedding-planning I was most excited about, so finding the right team to make it all happen was really important to me. From our first meeting, it was obvious how warm, talented, creative, professional, and enthusiastic Naomi is - she is so passionate and knowledgeable about what she does, and it really shows in her work. Naomi and her team went above and beyond to distill all of my ideas and wishes into a final cohesive vision that was more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! Everything Naomi and her team created was stunningly executed - from the bouquets, boutonnieres, and the gorgeous chuppah at our ceremony, to the lush arrangements, centerpieces, and hanging greenery at the cocktail hour and reception, to the magical floral clouds that hung over our dance floor. Many guests told me that these were the most beautiful floral designs that they had seen at any wedding they’ve ever been to - I’m still receiving compliments about them months later. We especially appreciated Naomi’s attention to detail (she and her team made little bouquets for guests to take home at the end of the evening that everyone loved), and how conscientious she is about sustainability (she uses reusable vessels for everything and doesn’t use disposable foam products - something that can be hard to come by in the floral industry). Writing this review was challenging because it’s so difficult to find the words to properly convey how beautiful everything was and how grateful we are for Naomi and her team’s work! We wholeheartedly recommend Naomi and her team at Nectar & Vessel to anyone looking for floral design for their wedding or event, and we are so thankful to have had them by our sides on our special day.
Emma G., 5 months ago
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Kimberly Nguyen Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,398
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Welcome! I am a daughter of Vietnamese immigrants who chose to move to Connecticut, where I have lived for most of my life. I love the change of seasons in this part of the country and all the rich backdrops it brings for imagery (and mental health walks and runs). My cultural heritage is the foundation for my photographic passion. My camera allows me to work where I know I work best, behind-the-scenes, front row at some of the most profound moments in people's lives. In a pinch though, I'll be there carrying the train, making sure you don't get your shoes dirty and helping to support you where I can throughout your wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with Kim for both our engagement party and wedding ceremony in 2023. She was very responsive and flexible, and really listened to what we wanted (which was more about what we DIDN'T want). The pictures are lovely, and we really liked how she captured so many candid moments. Would def recommend her services.
Liz, 2 years ago
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Unveil Your Love 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

If you've been searching for a wedding hair and makeup team that: -Offers airbrush makeup and false lashes for no additional up-charge -Can travel to you at your getting-ready location -Offers both hair and makeup so you only have one beauty vendor -Makes your wedding day beauty timeline for you -Has a large team to accommodate your large wedding party -Makes the booking / planning process a breeze -Will make your wedding morning relaxing and enjoyable ....then you have found them! 🤗 *PLEASE NOTE: we do not offer glam/hollywood waves for a hairstyle*.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had such an amazing day in Newport, RI getting ready in the Belle Mer bridal suite with Kaydee and Liz. Both ladies were AMAZING and made my bridesmaids and I all look our best for the wedding. For my wedding look I wanted a half-up, halfdown look with natural make-up (but not too natural, if you know what I mean) - and Kaydee absoluetly nailed it. I couldn't have been happier with how everything went.
Rachel B., 10 months ago
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Vows & Vanity 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $520
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Hello beautiful people! With ten+ years of experience in the beauty industry, I am a passionate makeup artist & proud partner/stylist at Pretty Sharp Salon, where I offer a wide range of services, including makeup, hair coloring, and cutting. I also own Vows & Vanity, a traveling makeup business bringing on-site beauty services to weddings, special events, and more. My goal is to help you feel confident, comfortable, & radiant by enhancing your natural beauty & perfecting your look. Whether you’re in the salon or on location, I’m dedicated to making every experience unforgettable & building lasting relationships with each client! -Hilary

Vows & Vanity was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding day beauty needs! Hilary and her team were timely, easy, and quick in all of our communication leading up to the big day. Their work was truly beautiful, perfect, and efficient - Hilary not only made me look gorgeous for my wedding, but my sister looked so stunning that even my father didn't recognize her! (Because my sister normally doesn’t wear a full glam look) Hilary has an amazing work ethic, personality, and takes so much pride in what she does. She made me and my entire bridal party sparkle and shine that day and I would choose Vows & Vanity over and over again for any special occasion.
Paige R., 2 months ago
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Sugar Crystles 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $4
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Sugar Crystles is a wedding confectionery company in New Milford, CT. This budding bakery is owned and run by me, Crystle, and I am industry professional with years of cake-making in my repertoire. Using my skills, I do my best to craft stunning wedding cakes and delectable desserts that will have you and your guests wanting more. I create a variety of desserts and cakes for any special occasion with various techniques. From icing-covered sugar cookies to a variety of desserts for a buffet, I do it all. I also specialize in gluten and dairy free. I will cater to any flavor or design of your choice. Cake tastings are also available

Awarded Best of Zola
I sent Crystal this photo and I was a bit nervous at first about how they'd be able to make this happen but honestly I am so happy with how this came out it really was absolutely beautiful. I wasn't able to meet her in person with everything going on but she dropped it off for us on time and my coordinator was great in getting everything set up and presented. A few blueberries fell off during handling but considering how detailed and intricate the cake was I am so beyond thrilled at how this came out. I really don't often ask for perfection but with how this came out it's really right up there being perfect. If I find any better photos I will absolutely update this post with them. The venue itself was an absolute disaster but it was great having all those excessive blueberries everywhere it really made a mess and watching them clean it all up later was just fantastic. I'm not even sure if it's on their regular menu but I asked them to do a lemon cake with a blueberry compote inside (I have no idea what that means but my now wife had me asking for that) and the flavors and taste of the cake were just beyond extraordinary. They also made and brought a smaller mint chocolate cake to accommodate some allergies we had in the family and one bite my breath was smelling good all night! Thank you so much for everything I will definitely have you guys doing more in the future!
Andrew T., 4 months ago
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Simone Plus Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

My name is Shelby Simone and I hope to get to know you as we come together for your family's big moments. I am a mom of 3 based in Rhode Island. I photograph weddings and family sessions throughout New England but travel nationally and internationally. I love what photography provides - memories. Photos help you remember the moment you said, "I do", those tiny newborn feet, and how much your child loved their first visit to the beach. I would be thrilled to help you and your growing family capture those moments that you will remember forever!

Awarded Best of Zola
Shelby is absolutely amazing!!! Our pictures are beautiful and capture every special moment of our wedding day. Shelby and Allison are personable and organized which makes taking wedding party pictures a breeze, especially when you have a large wedding party. Our entire wedding album was done so quickly. We can’t recommend her enough!!!
Melissa B., 4 months ago
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Flower & Oak 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,749
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Flower & Oak puts emphasis on what makes your love story special. We use top-of-the-line equipment to ensure your expectations are exceeded, offering full-length and highlight videos, recordings of speeches, raw footage, drone footage, and more. Our style is adaptable to various aesthetics, including traditional, cinematic and custom-made styles that cater to your preferences. In addition, we offer a range of services such as extended hours and the option of a second videographer to ensure every detail is captured flawlessly. Check out our website and Instagram for more information!

Flower Oak deserves more than five stars! The highlight film they created for our wedding is absolutely incredible—it perfectly captures the love, joy, and magic of the day. Working with Steve on the big day was an absolute joy. He was not only professional and talented but also brought such positive energy to every moment. He truly went above and beyond to capture amazing footage, making sure no special detail was overlooked. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Flower Oak to anyone looking for exceptional wedding videography!
Jennifer, 3 months ago
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Bright Set Entertainment 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. With all that pressure, it’s no wonder couples can start to feel stressed. At Bright Set Entertainment, we’re honored to relieve some of that pressure by providing you with each of your wedding entertainment needs. Thinking you’d like a harpist or string quartet for your ceremony, but want a DJ or wedding band for your reception? No problem! Our "Mix & Match" packages offer different combinations of live music, photo booth, and DJ services. With such a wide variety of talented entertainers at our fingertips, it's our pleasure to provide you with exactly what you're looking for.

Both my wife and I were genuinely intimidated by picking the right music and DJ for our wedding. While we were excited to find the right person, we weren't so jazzed about the process! Cassandra made it super easy to look through possible DJs and options, was helpful and communicative throughout the entire process, and helped make this piece of the wedding puzzle way less of a 'thing' than we thought it would be. Her recommendation for reception DJ and violinist at our ceremony were excellent, and the music made our day into the best day we both have ever had :) I can't recommend Bright Set highly enough!
Doran & A., 3 years ago
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Color Of Fashions 

4.9

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $130
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Color of Fashions is a creation of the artist Olga "V". She is a licensed professional cosmetologist and makeup artist in the state of New York & Florida. Her love for cosmetology and developing beautiful hairstyles has always been a part of her life. That love prompted Olga "V" to create Color of Fashions.​ ​ ​

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It was great working with Olga! She did our hair and makeup for a birthday party and it looked amazing! She was very professional, punctual, and took pride in her work. I’ll be keeping her in mind for hair and makeup services in the future. I would definitely recommend her for services!
Caitlyn S., 10 months ago
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Coté and Camera 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Serves South Lyme, CT
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Emma CotéEwers, your East Coast & Destination Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer! My work is a seamless blend of traditional heirloom portraiture, lively artistic shots, and a little ​photojournalism if the day calls for it. With a true-to-color, film-inspired approach, I strive to craft visuals that capture love, ​laughter, and those beautifully authentic moments that weave together the story of your ​wedding! I feel like these should include fun ​facts? Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight is my favorite song and I am currently on my 8th ​nostalgic binge of Gilmore Girls (which might just be fueling my banter lately).

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We had the pleasure of working with Emma for our engagement photos, my bridal portraits, bridal shower and our rehearsal dinner. We couldn't be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Emma was incredibly professional, attentive, and truly passionate about capturing the essence of our love story. For our engagement session, she made us feel completely at ease and guided us with such a gentle touch, making the experience fun and natural. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, capturing the joy, excitement, and deep connection we share. When it came time for my bridal portraits, Emma exceeded all expectations. She understood how important these photos were to me, especially since I was wearing my late grandmother’s ring, which holds immense sentimental value. Emma managed to capture not only the beauty of the dress and the setting but also the emotions and memories tied to this moment. She has an incredible eye for detail and lighting, and the photos are a perfect blend of candid and posed shots that reflect our personalities and relationship beautifully. The final images are more than just pictures; they are timeless keepsakes that we will cherish forever. If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in telling your story through photos, look no further than Emma. We can't recommend her enough! Thank you, Emma, for capturing these special moments that we'll treasure for a lifetime!
Morgan G., 8 months ago
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SHMAYLEYS Mobile Events Bar 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Welcome to Shmayleys Mobile Events Bar, your all-inclusive event experience. We are your top choice for all-in-one event solutions. For a party & partnership to get excited about, inquire within. Event Planning: We specialize in creating memorable events. An inviting experience, bringing your celebration to life. Photo Booth: Capture your memories and all the fun in our photo booth! Dessert + Munchies: We offer an Ice Cream + Desserts Bar, alongside a Sweet and Savory Munchies Bar. Mobile Cocktail: From classic favorites to innovative creations, our bar adds sophistication and excitement to your event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure of also using Hayley as our wedding coordinator. She was in contact with us several times and organized all of our details. She spoke to our vendors and helped set up during the day of. Hayley helped jump through the obstacles we had before and during our wedding and we are so grateful. She is so kind, funny, and passionate about her job. I am SO happy we hired her and had her on our special day. 10/10 recommend!
Kerri, 2 years ago
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Lionizing Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

At Lionizing Entertainment, we specialize in full-service DJ and entertainment for Weddings, School Dances, Corporate Events, and Private Parties. Our mission is to create an unforgettable ambiance where guests can let loose, sing, and dance the night away. With our expertise in music, we guarantee a packed dance floor, adding excitement, joy, and delight to your wedding experience. Trust our dedicated team of wedding professionals who genuinely care about making your event a stress-free success. Choose Lionizing Entertainment for an unforgettable and unique celebration.

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Our experience with Lionizing Entertainment was absolutely amazing from start to finish. The communication with them was friendly, helpful, and just plain fun throughout the entire process. Luis’ DJ skills were top-notch - he kept the dance floor packed all night with an amazing energy and lively vibe. From our first dance to the father-daughter dance, he was the life of the party and made our wedding celebration truly unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ, and it was an absolute honor to work with him. We will definitely use Lionizing Entertainment again in the future.
Jan T., 6 months ago
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Lasting Legacy Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

New England Wedding Videographer! Here at Lasting Legacy Films, we go beyond filming weddings. We believe everyone deserves to have a well-done film that showcases the beginning of your Lasting Legacy. I work closely with you to understand your vision and preferences. We believe that every couple deserves a personalized experience, tailored to reflect their individual style and personality.

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Lasting Legacy Films provided us with an outstanding videography experience for our wedding day. Communication was excellent and Valentina was incredibly quick to respond to any questions or requests we had. The quality of their work was truly outstanding. Valentina captured all the special moments of our day in such a creative and beautiful way, exceeding our expectations. She was a joy to work with and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Valentina is such a warm and talented professional, and we are thrilled with the final video that perfectly preserves the magic of our wedding day.
María, 6 months ago
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Anderson Marques Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves South Lyme, CT
  • Offer

Over 500 award-winning photos and 15 trophies, establishing a strong reputation for an artistic and refined approach to wedding photography. Every frame is crafted to capture the essence of a couple’s love story, transforming their most meaningful moments into timeless works of art. With a signature style that blends creativity and elegance, the team masterfully composes each shot with exceptional attention to detail—showcasing everything from the intricate lace of the dress to the genuine joy in shared glances. Their expert use of light and shadow brings depth and emotion, creating an immersive visual experience that resonates deeply.

Awarded Best of Zola
Anderson Marques is one of the best professionals my wife and I have had the pleasure of working with. He’s incredibly kind, welcoming, and guided us through every step of our wedding journey. His empathy, creativity, and attention to detail truly stood out. After meeting with several photographers, we were instantly impressed by the quality of Anderson’s work. He has a remarkable ability to capture unique and beautiful moments, ensuring they’ll be cherished forever. When we renew our vows, Anderson will be the first person we call—no question about it.
Everson A., 7 months ago
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DJ Herbert Holler 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT
  • Offer

Herbert Holler is one of the most recognized, in-demand DJs in New York City and beyond. He specializes in providing the perfect music for your wedding, be it the frenzied dance floor of your reception, the conversation-friendly ambiance of your cocktail hour, or the serene, magical moments of your ceremony. He uses his 25-plus years of event-production experience, extensive knowledge of popular music, 20-plus years of full-time, professional, late-night club and private-event deejaying history, and an uncanny knack for reading party guests to keep you and all of your loved ones happy and having a blast. Holler at Herbert today!

Awarded Best of Zola
Going into our wedding, our main request of our DJ was to keep people on the dance floor as much as possible throughout the night, and Herbert certainly delivered. Guests of all ages danced the night away and one of our friends even split his pants open from dancing so hard! Herbert did an excellent job of integrating our requests and music tastes with the ebb and flow of the ceremony/dinner/dancing portions of the evening. He was incredibly easy to work with and very communicative throughout the whole process!
Colleen B., 5 months ago
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Simply Loved Weddings 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

I'm Charissa owner & lead planner. My doormat says it best, 'running on coffee, wine, and the dog's time', but seriously I start every intro call with the disclaimer that you may hear the barking, snoring, or a squeaky toy in the background. I'm the twenty-something-year-old that's gone from throwing "Weddings" in her neighbor's driveway, to throwing them in some pretty amazing spaces. With over a decade of experience in weddings and corporate events, this isn't my first rodeo. Weddings are sort of my thing!

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I highly recommend Charissa and her team if you're looking for a wedding coordinator/planner! She is so professional, organized, and just the nicest person ever. We had so many questions and worries but Charissa helped us feel at ease throughout it all. She went ABOVE AND BEYOND on the day of the wedding... literally hauling extra chairs with her throughout the botanic gardens so we could get our photographs!! LOL! You can just tell how much she cares about her clients and we so appreciated the effort. We also had Kevin on her team set-up the decor at the venue and they did an amazing job -- we were blown away when we arrived! We got tons of compliments from our guests at how lovely the entire wedding was and I know we could not have pulled it off without Charissa / Simply Loved Weddings!!
Stephanie, 8 months ago
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Dasha Murashka 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

I'm in love with human emotions, either it's laughing till it hurts or tears of happiness. When your man hugs you so strong, that you can't breathe or when your dad is crying (for the first time in his life!) listening to your vows at the altar. I do believe, that these un-staged moments are more meaningful than classy portraits on a sunset (but no worries, you'll plenty of both!) If you feel like we are on the same page - let's talk! Write me a few words about who you are, tell me your story and let's create something beautiful together!

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer than Dasha! From our very first email exchange, we could feel her amazing energy—she was so friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly professional. When we learned that she had recently shot a wedding at our venue and hotel, we knew we were in great hands. Neither of us take a lot of pictures (and usually don’t take them well!), so we were nervous about the process. But Dasha immediately put us at ease. She met with us in our neighborhood a couple of months before the wedding, and her warmth, confidence, and expertise reassured us every step of the way. On the big day, she was incredibly kind, patient, and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She brought out the best in us, and the results speak for themselves—the photos are absolutely unreal! We couldn’t be happier and couldn’t recommend Dasha more highly.
Kari D., 24 days ago
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Wild Lily Event Planning 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Wild Lily Event Planning is a full service wedding and special event planning company servicing Connecticut, New York and beyond. I take your unique dream and turn it into the most memorable day with every detail planned to perfection.

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Christina was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! She is a superwoman and does it all! She kept us on schedule during the planning process and was the invisible hand that was there to help with all the little details, ensuring everything went smoothly on the day of. We are so grateful for the hard work and care Christina put into making our wedding day perfect.. to anyone who is still hesitant about hiring a day of coordinator or design/planner, I would tell them.. you won't regret hiring Christina! She is in your corner -- it was such a relief knowing that Christina was there for us! She will support you in every way.
Christine K., 5 months ago
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Instillwonder 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Your Love Story is waiting to be told: Imagine your wedding day, immortalized in a cinematic narrative that unfolds like a professional movie. Our skilled storytellers capture everything - the laughter-filled aerial shots, the intimate whispered promises, even the subtle, blink-and-you-miss-it moments that truly define your day. We're there when you're getting ready, capturing the anticipation in the air. We're there as you exchange your vows, documenting every tear and every smile. And we blend in during your reception, discreetly capturing the pure, unscripted joy of your guests.

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We did a lot of research looking into different vendors to use for our various wedding needs. After locking down our photographer, I realized I wanted something a little less "typical" and something more "creative" for my video memories. I think that Andrew and his team hit a very happy middle-ground of artistic quality over corporate event-video, and the very expensive arthouse productions I got quotes from. Firstly, they arrived on early, which is on time, and wasted no time getting started. There was no downtime, and every minute they were on site was working to get us the best footage, shots, and coverage of our wedding. Beyond that, they got creative shots, angles, and used a different cameras from different perspectives. They were able to figure out how to get clean audio of the important speeches and readings. And to put it all together, they created an amazing 6 minute video of our event that we've been able to share with everyone. The editing is anything but standard faire, and shows an artistic care to our specific event, the words said, and how they juxtapose over the events details. Oh and while I thought the Drone shots were not necessary, I'm so happy they got them- they looked AWESOME. Some more technical things we loved about Instillwonder is that when I asked what equipment they used to shoot on, they actually answered me. The fact that they were shooting with mirrorless cameras, not typical DSLRs, and used gimbals for motion/stability put me at ease knowing that the footage wouldn't be static and would feel more alive. They also were the only company that would give me a discount (not charge extra) to be given my raw footage. This helped our budget greatly, and now (as a former video editor) I'm able to play with all the footage and have it saved forever. Overall, they were communicative, friendly, and attentive to my events needs. I can't recommend their work more, and am excited to see them give other couples the same wonderful experience we received.
Mike W., a year ago
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The Professional Maid of Honor 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

The Professional Maid of Honor is a Boston-based wedding coordination and planning company. Our team covers all New England states - Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Our team specializes in wedding planning - we do everything from designing and ordering invitations to researching and booking vendors. Let us take the stress out of your wedding and plan all the details for you!

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Katelynn made the planning of our wedding a pleasure. She was organized, always upbeat, has a great network, excellent ideas, yet not afraid to push back when needed. She kept the process moving along which allowed us to mostly enjoy the whole thing. She set us up for an amazing wedding, more beautiful than we could have even imagined. We loved working with her and recommend her wholeheartedly.
Elizabeth V., 9 months ago
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Allison James Weddings 

4.8

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $25
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

My name is Allison James and I got married July 22nd, 2022! It was the absolute best day of my life and it made me realize how much I enjoy planning and coordinating weddings! I am a 5th grade teacher in Connecticut during the week! I am the type of person who is always moving and enjoys doing things and being out of the house! When I am at home, I enjoy snuggling and playing with my cat Harry who is the best boy! If you ask my friends, they will tell you that I am a hopeless romantic! I just LOVE love! I want to help you have the best day of your life at your wedding- and no request is too wild! Just ask me, I had my cat in my wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working with Allison James Weddings for my special day, and I was thrilled with her services. Allison's communication style was quick, easy, and professional - she responded to emails and calls promptly and kept me updated every step of the way. Her work was organized, efficient, and creative. She brought my vision for the wedding to life perfectly, turning down no idea and executing even my most ambitious tasks with ease. Allison's attention to detail ensured everything ran smoothly despite some weather challenges. When a huge downpour and wind burst threatened to disrupt things, she worked swiftly behind the scenes to make it all look perfect again - as the bride, I barely even noticed! I appreciated her calm, capable presence on such a hectic day. If you're looking for a wedding planner who can juggle all the moving parts of your big event with grace, creativity, and care, I highly recommend Allison James Weddings.
Hannah G., 10 months ago
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Doorbell Barbers 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 15
  • Serves South Lyme, CT
  • Offer

For the biggest day of your life, you can't look anything less than brilliant. The morning of your wedding, we bring our team to sharpen up the gents. With our straight razor shaves, haircuts & styling, the groom and his party will be shining for the main event and photo shoots. We're great at tying bow ties and we won't forget the bourbon, cigars and music.

Awarded Best of Zola
Doorbell Barbers did an incredible job on haircuts for both my husband and me, as well as our groomsmen. Our hair has never looked better! Christian was not only an amazing barber but also truly kind and understanding of our time constraints, even accommodating some last-minute changes without any hassle. His pricing was more than fair for the quality of work and level of professionalism. The whiskey and cigar treatment made our groomsmen happier then ever, and the mini-facials were something that truly helped calm the nerves on the big day! What really stood out was how compassionate and flexible Christian was when unexpected, and incredibly tragic, circumstances forced us to postpone our wedding for a year. He handled everything with such grace and made the rescheduling process stress-free during a very challenging time. We couldn’t have asked for better service or a more thoughtful experience. Thank you, Doorbell Barbers and Christian, for making our big day look and feel amazing. Highly recommend!
Brandon L., a month ago
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Bryan Sargent Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Bryan Sargent is an award-winning wedding and engagement photographer from New York City. To Bryan, nothing compares to the privilege and fun of capturing the cherished memories of a couple on their wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Bryan for our wedding and engagement photos was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding. He really took time to scope out the locations, find hidden gems that we had never noticed, and capture moments that felt truly personal and beautiful. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with him - he put us at ease and was extremely efficient! His photos came out stunningly gorgeous, and his blazing fast turnaround was just icing on top of it all. We literally could not recommend him enough and are so grateful to him.
R, 7 months ago
Natalia Eva Floral 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Natalia Eva Floral is a wedding and event floral studio providing beautiful, creative, high-end bouquets, centerpieces, and arrangements for your wedding day or special event. I focus on providing outstanding customer service and assistance throughout your planning process to create flowers that reflect your style and identity. I have over 15 years of floral design experience and specialize in event design .

Natalia was amazing! She is so personable, caring, and just an all around wonderful florist. Natalia worked hard to make sure that we got exactly what we wanted and our wedding flowers were absolutely perfect. Natalia goes out of her way whenever she can. On the morning of our wedding, Natalia delivered flowers to our home, set up the church, and made sure that the venue looked stunning. We really appreciated her attention to detail and making sure that our day was perfect. Would highly recommend Natalia Eva Floral for all of your floral needs!
Adam and N., 4 years ago
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Photo Phrame Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves South Lyme, CT

Our Journey started as a Father and Son duo since 2000; We provided fun, magical, chic, and stylistic destination and local Wedding Photography for couples that just wanted to enjoy their day. Period. Now in 2024 and beyond, we have expanded our expertise and added A-Team members to bring you the very best Photo and Cinematic Video Wedding creation and documentation in the North East. Together our merry band of crusading wedding creators will do what no one else can. What is that you ask? Simply put. We want to let you be you… and help to bring out the very best of who you are in Camera.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tom was an amazing photographer! From the first day that we had a Zoom conference with him, we knew he would be a good fit for us. Communication was clear throughout the entire process (from our engagement photos to our wedding day photos) and he was always friendly and personable. He showed up on time for our wedding and worked well with everyone in our wedding party as well as our family members. He knew how to make us laugh and was more than a welcome guest on our special day. We are so happy to have found Tom in our search for a wedding photographer and could not be happier with the results. We truly felt that he took the time to get to know us and made our wedding day all the more special because of that. Do not hesitate to book Tom for your wedding or any other photo opportunities. Thank you, Tom!!
Jesse C., 7 months ago
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505 Media Company 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Lyme, CT
  • Offer

Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so impressed by 505 media and their quick responses and quality of photo/video they took! From the initial phases of planning, they were quick to respond and eager to help in the planning process of making sure timelines were manageable. They were able to capture all of the milestones during the day and were even willing to hop on our party bus when we wanted footage of the wedding party driving around! We were so impressed by how quick the photos were delivered! We received a text while on our honeymoon the week after our wedding that our edited photos were done and one week later we received all our pictures! You don’t hear that often from photography companies! We also watched our wedding video trailer today (which was delivered in less than 2 months from our wedding) and can’t stop watching it! I would recommend 505 media to anyone!!
Rachel B., 8 months ago

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