Are you a creative wedding vendor who wants to join the party? Get started!
Connect with Buffalo
Connect with Rochester
The Engagement: July 2021 | Wildwood, NJ During an ultimate frisbee beach tournament in Wildwood, NJ, Jeff suffered an injury…or so Amber thought. What she didn’t know was that was with the help of her two best friends (and cooperation from the opposing team), Jeff had been busy planning this little interruption to the game...
Meet owner Jamie and the staff of Polished Nail Bar of WNY, an eco-friendly, luxury nail salon located in Clarence, NY. Polished Nail Bar focuses on the health & wellness of their guests & staff by using locally made organic products, with low toxic & non toxic options in a superbly clean & ventilated space....
Meet Kristin and Amanda, co-founders of New Ivory Bridal, a brand new bridal salon providing a luxurious, personalized shopping experience for the mid to plus sized bride. Solving A Problem in the Market When asked why she wanted to start a bridal salon after two decades of hair artistry, Kristin says “five years ago I was...
WOW!!! What an incredible way to kick off the 2023 wedding planning season! After taking a break in 2022 and transitioning ownership, the fun, the creativity and the spirit of Upstate Indie Wedding Show was brought back for our first event of 2023! In case you missed it, we spent an afternoon in the...
Like many in the wedding industry today, Liz, owner and graphic designer behind Graphic-Poetry, dipped her toes into the world of wedding invitations while planning her own wedding. Wanting to “wow” her guests wedding, she began searching for invitations that fit her unique style. After coming up with nothing that was quite right for the...
The love of photography began at an early age for Alexandra, owner of Photography by Alexandra. “It’s cliché indeed, but my first camera was made by Fisher Price.” She has since upgraded her equipment, but never lost her artistic passion, creative eye, or ability to anticipate the moment. That passion is something that has brought Alexandra...
Meet Chelsea, owner of Chelsea Modern Images, a natural light portrait photographer with bohemian heart. Bringing a bright, natural aesthetic mixed with boho vibes to each photo shoot, Chelsea likes to personalize the her work to fit the mood and clients she is photographing. She owns a natural light studio and can offer beautiful in-studio...
Getting to Know the Artist Behind the Stems With an untraditional start, Sola Enchanted Petals began when Christine stepped away from her profession in the medical field. With more time on her hands, she began to experiment with wooden florals. That experimentation led to the development of a talent she didn’t even know she had!...
Meet Alisha, the Western New York Florist Art of Blooms owner! She creates floral arrangements and any type of floral décor for weddings. They service Western NY all the way to the Finger Lakes! Art of Blooms strives for elegance and simplicity, however is affordable. “My brand is very natural and whimsical,” Alisha says. “I...
When you’re looking for an alterations tailor, consider the cost but also research the work. If you don’t see photos of dresses like yours, ask the tailor about it. Make sure that you like the environment of the tailor shop. You’ll want to be comfortable speaking your mind and asking for what you want. Lastly, trust them! They are the professional and know more than you.
It’s an INDIE FRIENDOR GIVEAWAY time, bitches! We could all use a lottle pick-me-up right now. We’re teaming up with Ever In Bloom and Sarah Kieffer Designs to bring you ladies something lovely! Ever In Bloom owner Madina is based out of Niagara Falls, Canada. She is a mama-hustler who also runs a successful balloon business!...
Due to COVID 19, the rise of Upstate New York small wedding services has skyrocketed. So, lucky for you we have a lot of friendors in this industry who can’t wait to help you! We’ve compiled a list of the services that we’re aware of to help as a guide for any couple in need.
I’M GOING TO GET IN THE BEST SHAPE OF MY LIFE FOR THE WEDDING 🙌 Said every person ever. But is it sustainable? Will it last? Will you be the happiest, healthiest version of yourself for your marriage for life? Let’s focus on that, rather than one day of it. Read more about how you can make healthy living last for your entire marriage.
New Yorkers! We are SO CLOSE to carefree, safe gatherings and weddings like back in the day! Read the full NYS PDF updated 6/8/21 right here! See our excerpts as they pertain to weddings in New York State outlined below. SOCIAL GATHERING LIMITS The limit on the number of people in one area as determined...
Our topic for July’s Indie Edit newsletter club is health and beauty! One of the topics we discussed with our beauty pros was wedding day lashes. I, personally, have never had lash extensions, but I have worn falsies before. They DEF make a difference for your overall look and really help your eyes pop in...
Here is the Indie Weddings team! Buffalo and Rochester Indie Weddings is officially 7 years old! It’s been such a fun adventure growing with this business. I’ve met so many incredible business owners and I’ve been lucky enough to befriend so many of them. Now, I’m excited to announce the team to the entire world!...
A few questions for you. Why do you need to join our Buffalo and Rochester Indie Weddings community? Well, is being a part of a community important to you? If you don’t think so, you might be a sociopath. #sorrynotsorry I’m brutally honest. Without sounding too “kumbaya” to you all, here are some hard core...
Tis the season to celebrate a year well done! Our winter vendor parties this year were amazing! We freaking LOVE our vendors! This great for all of the small businesses that are/ have been on the fence about joining! We have fun, too! We’re a tribe for a reason; we support each other and thrive on...
Our Indie Edit is WNY’s only wedding email club packed with inspiration, advice, discounts and gifts! Start off each month with a clear direction on what needs to happen next in your planning, and where to find all of your wedding needs!
My fiance and I planned a mini moon getaway in Central NY’s Little Las Vegas – Turning Stone Resort and Casino! We enjoy the relaxation of spas and golf with exciting nightlife!
Reach out to this vendor to get to get the ball rolling! Request additional information on pricing, availability and customizations!
Want to book a vendor for your big day? Reach out to our Indie Crew and talented vendors today! We can't wait to get to know more about you and your love story!
