… insights from sonja…
how would you describe your wedding to someone who was not there?
I would describe my wedding as art deco, formal and fun!
is there anything you wish you had done differently when planning your wedding?
I would have not stressed out as much as I did. I had support from my family, friends and day of planner that made the day a breeze.
which three vendors were most important to you when planning your wedding?
Venue (which included food, alcohol, ceremony and reception space), photographer and DJ.
what was your biggest wedding day savings?
The florist in the whole scheme of things.
what was your biggest wedding day splurge?
As soon as Oxford Exchange opened, I knew that’s where I wanted to get married. So the venue was definitely a splurge.
what was the best advice you received when planning your wedding?
No matter what, its you and your husband’s day. Everything will be fine as long as you are together.
was there anything encountered during wedding planning that was unexpected?
Everything went as planned. =)
was there a moment during your wedding day that surprised you?
How amazing everything looked.
what was your favorite moment, or favorite part, of your wedding day?
Receiving a gift from my husband. There was not a dry eye in the room.
when you look back on your wedding day in 50 years, what do you think you’ll remember most?
How much fun we had together and with our guests.
… how it all came together …
ceremony & reception venue | oxford exchange
event coordinator | lindsay kenyon
second photographer | maria flanagan
catering | oxford exchange
cake artist | chocolate pi
florist | bay bouquet
musician/DJ | DJ xplicit
gown boutique | adrianna papell
officiant | kathy conner
makeup | rachel reumann
hair stylist | constance young
photo booth | the blissbooth