Here are the wedding vendors Rhode Island Monthly readers voted for in this year’s Best of Rhode Island Readers’ Poll.
Local Boutique for Wedding Wear: Lady Sycamore, Wickford
Carrying designers and brands such as Lena Medoyeff, Flora, Watters, The Law and more, Lady Sycamore for the down-to-earth bride who prefers experiences over things. The intentional collection within a laid-back setting consists of contemporary bridal dresses and accessories. Browse the bridal studio’s permanent collection, jewelry and veil options by booking an appointment. ladysycamorebridal.com
Wedding Photographer: Victoria Costello Photography
Couples in front of Victoria Costello’s camera forget there’s a photographer present. Victoria Costello Photography’s candid photos effortlessly capture moments of love, laughter and connection. Vic has worked with several couples, individuals and families, and shot for various brands and professional athletes. She prides herself on capturing authentic moments, exploring through travel and meeting new people. victoriacostello.com
Wedding DJ: Elite Entertainment, East Greenwich
The team behind Elite Entertainment creates a unique experience to make their couples feel at home and taken care of. Besides making sure the dance floor is full of happy guests — thanks to their extensive library of classic party favorites, chart topping hits and more — Elite Entertainment also acts as a coordinator to ensure a seamless, worry-free celebration if needed. eliteri.com
Wedding Live Band: Take It to the Bridge
Take It to the Bridge (the band’s name inspired by a live recording of James Brown’s hit “Sex Machine”) effortlessly creates an electric atmosphere and caters to all musical tastes with their diverse repertoire that spans decades. The band members also collaborate with various talented professional musicians from the state, who all share the same mission: to foster joy, connection and celebration through live music. takeittothebridgeband.com
Wedding Cakes and Desserts: Sugar Mama’s Sweets and Treats, Warwick
Gourmet cakes and cupcakes from this bakery symbolize every newlyweds’ unique love story, uniting love and deliciousness in every tier. Custom-designed treats also make a perfect canvas for your personal style and can be topped with specialty toppings, gourmet candy or infused with a drink. Cupcake flavors include red velvet, banana mudslide, killer chocolate and more. sugarmamassweetsandtreats.com
Wedding Florist: The Flower Girl
Here’s an exclusive floral atelier committed to sourcing seasonal and locally grown flowers when possible. The Flower Girl has more than twenty-five years of experience in the floral design and hospitality scene, as the creative director and her team create custom floral scapes to reflect each client’s individual vision and style. theflowergirlweddings.com
Wedding Hair: Kauri & Co., North Providence
Whether you’re a bride, birthday gal or Real Housewife of Rhode Island, Kauri & Co. creates an experience that goes beyond hairstyling and makeup artistry. The team ensures every client feels elevated, supported and confident for their big moments, and aims to create a calm and joyful environment while you and your best girls get ready. kauri.co
Wedding Makeup: Liz O’Malley Makeup, Newport
By taking the time to understand what makes someone feel like the best version of herself, makeup artist Liz O’Malley is able to create looks that feel natural, elegant and uniquely personal. With more than two decades of industry expertise, experiences like intimate bridal settings and fast-paced editorial and fashion environments helped refine O’Malley’s artistry and deepen her understanding of what beauty means across different faces and cultures. lizomalleymakeup.com
Wedding Stationery: Hailey Kiss Collection
Thoughtfully designed and elegantly printed wedding stationery and signage from Hailey Kiss Collection set the tone, builds the anticipation and becomes the first detail guests will experience. The boutique design studio specializes in custom wedding invitations, and blends illustration, typography and intricate detail to create pieces that are equally personal and refined. haileykisscollection.com
Wedding Planner: Ashley Lynn Events, Coventry
Timeless style meets seamless execution at Ashley Lynn Events. Ashley and her dedicated team take the time to understand what couples really want out of their big day. After selecting your preferred service (event management, partial planning or full concept and design), the team is here to help make your dream event a reality by implementing any ideas, themes and visions you may have. ashleylynnevents.com
Unique Local Wedding Transportation: Rhode Island Wedding Shuttle by Experience RI
RI Wedding Shuttle provides kind, prompt and safe transportation service for weddings throughout Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Using clean, climate-controlled and comfortable mini coach buses for up to twenty-nine passengers, RI Wedding Shuttle is committed to geting your wedding party and guests safely to and from the hotel and your ceremony and reception site. The company only charges for the hours of service actually used, not for the hours in between. riweddingshuttle.com
Wedding Videographer: LMproductions, Warwick
This local video production team has been fortunate enough to tell the cinematic wedding stories of more than 500 couples. The day of the wedding goes by in a flash, but the cinematic story lasts forever. LMproductions’ thoughtful, narrative approach ensure your wedding film stands the test of time, as they captures all of your moments without getting in the way. lmproductions88.com
Waterfront Wedding Venue: Castle Hill Inn, Newport
With its classic New England style and natural backdrop in Newport, weddings are simply magical at Castle Hill Inn. The venue boasts plenty of locations to say “I do,” from the historic lighthouse to the vast green lawns rolling down to the water. Newlyweds and their guests can expect complete privacy and creative planning, ensuring the celebration is exactly as they envision. Castle Hill’s serene forty acres become couple’s home throughout their special stay, making memories for years to come. castlehillinn.com
Classic Wedding Venue: Kirkbrae Country Club, Lincoln
Contemporary elegance, timeless style. From Boston to Providence, there is no other all-inclusive wedding venue with the history and ambiance of Kirkbrae. The country club’s talented wedding coordinators help the newly engaged navigate their to-do list from floral arrangements, photographers, cuisine and even provide wedding reception ideas. After all, it is your day! kirkbrae.com
