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Small Businesses I Used for My MN Wedding
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items With how saturated the wedding market is, I highly recommend going out of your way to support local and small business owners and contractors! They will put so much more care and attention into you and your day than a big corporation. If something is...
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Jewelry
My husband got my platinum engagement ring online, and the band snapped a couple months after getting it! We took it to Dan Gould’s, and they contracted a professional who specializes in platinum to fix my ring at an affordable price. We appreciated ...
Gould’s Jewelers | Anoka, MN
I’m not sure if these guys are still considered small business, but I got my wedding day earrings from them and was super happy with the look and the quality! I knew I’d have something unique for my big day.
Olive & Piper | Jewelry Boutique & Wedding Jewelry
My husband got me this ruby heart necklace from an Etsy creator as a wedding day gift, which I wore on my wedding day and still wear for special occasions! It is delicate but durable and has stunning shine and detail.
14Kt Gold Ruby Necklace, Ruby Diamond Necklace, Ruby Heart Pendant, July Birthstone Necklace
Like most brides, I wanted to have the perfect detail shots especially when it came to our rings. I found this ring box on Etsy, and it was perfect for our aesthetic! It’s available in multiple shapes and colors.
Personalized Velvet Ring Box, Monogram Ring Box, Ring Box for Wedding Ceremony, Custom Ring Bearer, Engraved Wedding Vows, Double Slot
Beauty
Kelsey was a phenomenal makeup artist! I did a trial with her beforehand which was totally worth it to get all the colors right. She made great picks and got my vision. She also made me feel so supported and special both at my trial and on my big day...
Kelsey Bickell Makeup Kelsey Bickell Makeup Artist | Minnesota | Twin Cities | Wisconsin | River Falls, WI | Saint Paul, MN | Minneapolis, MN | Minnesota Makeup Artist | Wisconsin Makeup Artist | Kelsey Bickell
I’ve tried self-application lash extensions and other lash techs, but my lashes have never lasted as long or looked as natural as when I got them done with Aleena! She truly makes it feel like a spa experience. It’s definitely worth the time and cost...
Aleena’s Lashes & Spa
I got my nails done the day before at another salon and didn’t get what I asked for at all. I was too nice to say anything (don’t make the same mistake!!) but went here the next day and they fixed my nails and made them gorgeous. They added gorgeous ...
LA Nails | Top Nail Salon in Ramsey, MN – Manicures, Pedicures & Nail Art
Day Of
I cannot recommend Devyn enough for your engagement and wedding day photography. She had our wedding sneak peaks back in less than 12 hours (!!) and our entire wedding suite of over 1500 photos back within 5 DAYS. She is quick to respond, professiona...
Devyn Lempke Photography
I used Donato’s for my Maple Grove, MN wedding florals and they were so great to work with! They nailed my vision, communicated well, and delivered everything right on time. I didn’t have decorative florals aside from the bridal party bouquets, corsa...
Donato's Floral | Crystal & Maple Grove Florist | Family-Owned Since 1988
I wanted a simple cake for cutting for our big day, and Kristin, a cottage baker who runs her business out of her own home, matched my vision perfectly. She gave me a unique and tasty cake and an unbeatable price. Based out of Anoka!
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Etsy is the place to go for customized items for your wedding! This is probably my favorite Etsy purchase ever. We used it in place of a traditional guestbook, and it still hangs proudly in our home today. It’s still elegant, practical, and unique. O...
3D Wedding Guest Book Alternative - Wood 3D Guest Book Sign - Unique Wood Guestbook - Last Name Guest book
Another high-quality and elegant detail on our wedding day, thanks to Etsy. This customized cake topper is available in several different styles to best fit the aesthetic you’re going for. We still display this in our home today!
Mr and Mrs Wedding Cake Topper, Gold Cake Topper wedding, Custom Cake topper, Rustic Wedding Cake Topper, Personalized Birthday Cake toppers
I gave these custom champagne flutes as part of my bridesmaids boxes and asked my girls to bring them on the day of the wedding to enjoy a glass of bubbly while getting ready! They are a steal of a deal and shipped SO fast. There are so many color an...
Champagne Flute/Bridesmaid Gift/Bridesmaid Champagne Glasses/Personalized/Stemless Glasses/Monogram Glasses/Personalized/Champagne Flute 125
To Wear
I bought these for myself and my bridesmaids as getting ready outfits! They loved them because they were something they can wear again as PJs/loungewear! The wide neck made it easy to change without ruining your hair and makeup. Tons of color options...
Bridesmaid Pajamas 2 Pieces Set, Women's Loungewear with Pocket (S-3XL)
Cannot recommend this shop enough for dress shopping - all of my friends have also gotten their gowns here! We went to another shop before this, and the difference in gown quality & service was significant! We were so impressed at the selection a...
Woodbury, Minnesota Wedding Dresses | Our Shop Bridal | Woodbury, Minnesota, Twin Cities Bridal Boutique, Bride, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Gowns, Mother of the Bride Dresses, Designer Gowns
This is one of the top most recommended seamstresses I found when looking to get my ballgown altered! They were able to also give me a hoop skirt and work with my very detailed lace back/straps on a short timeline. You might spend a little more here ...
Amazing Alterations