Wisconsin Bride's Best of 2018 - The Finalists

From the florist to caterer to reception DJ, it takes a village to orchestrate a wedding. That's why thousands of you voted for your favorite vendors, thanking them for their continuing work.

Here are the finalists for our Best of 2018 awards. The winners will be revealed at a special celebration this summer and in our upcoming Fall/Winter issue.

Best Bridal Gowns on a Budget

Bucci’s Bridal

Marah’s Elegant Bridal

Vera’s House of Bridals


Best Luxury Bridal Gowns

Brandi’s Bridal Galleria, Etc.

Vera’s House of Bridals

White Dress Bridal Boutique


Best Bridesmaid Dresses

Brandi’s Bridal Galleria, Etc.

Marah’s Elegant Bridal

Vera’s House of Bridals


Best Custom Dressmaker

Abby Lynn Bridal

MinkMaids

Monirose Bespoke Gowns


Best Accessories

Jaxie

Marah’s Elegant Bridal

Vera’s House of Bridals


Best Mother-Of-The-Bride Apparel

Brandi’s Bridal Galleria, Etc.

Marah’s Elegant Bridal

Vera’s House of Bridals


Best Hair & Makeup (finalist tie)

Arch Apothecary Madison

Be Inspired Salon

Melody Sopa Artistry

Sparkle Darling


Best Spa Services

The Edgewater Spa

Sundara Inn & Spa

WELL Spa + Salon Milwaukee


Best Formalwear

DuBois Formalwear

Men’s Wearhouse

Nedrebo’s Formalwear


Best Jeweler

Chalmers Jewelers

The Diamond Center

Kesslers Diamonds


Best Rehearsal Dinner Venue

Lake Geneva Cruise Line

Lake Windsor Country Club

West Wind Supper Club


Best Outdoor Venue

The Enchanted Barn

Rotary Botanical Gardens

Rustic Manor 1848


Best Wisconsin Destination Venue

The Enchanted Barn

Gordon Lodge

Villa Bellezza Winery


Best Hotel Venue

The Edgewater

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel

The Pfister


Best Unique Venue

Madison Children’s Museum

The Mill Events

Turner Hall Ballroom


Best Country/Golf Club Venue

Geneva National Resort

Kilkarney Hills Golf Club

Lake Windsor Country Club


Best Officiant

I do. – Brad Schnell, Wedding Officiant

Koru Ceremony

Marry Me


Best Wedding Planner

Cherry Blossom Events

Elevate Events

Events to a T


Best Rental and Décor

A La Crate Rentals

Event Essentials

Relics Vintage Rentals


Best Florist

daffodil*parker

Jane Kelly Floral

Milwaukee Flower Co.


Best Cakes

Craig’s Cake Shop

Hailey’s Sweets & Treats

Sweet Tooth Bakery


Best Wedding Desserts

Bloom Bake Shop

Hailey’s Sweets & Treats

Sweet Tooth Bakery


Best Caterer

Blue Plate Catering

Chef Jack’s Catering

River Valley Catering


Best Invitations

Coqui Paperie & Gifts

Mint & Lovely

Sugar Pear Design


Best Calligraphy

Jenna Kast Studio

Saffron Avenue

Shelby Made It


Best Photography

Front Room Photography

Ideal Impressions Photography

Maison Meredith Photography


Best Videography

Mollica Films

One Fine Day Productions

Showtime Entertainment


Best Photo Booth

The Joy Booth

Showtime Entertainment

Sound by Design


Best Band

North Coast Orchestra

Platinum

Velocity


Best DJ

Juke Box Bandstand

Showtime Entertainment

Sound by Design


Best Ceremony Music

LFQ String Quartet

North Coast Brass

Pecatonica String Quartet


Best Dance Instruction

Arthur Murray Dance Centers

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Social Style Dance Studio


Best Transportation

Badger Bus

Door County Trolley

Gallant Knight Limousine


Best Wedding-Night Hotel

The Edgewater

The Iron Horse Hotel

The Pfister


Best Travel Agency

Blissful Honeymoons & Destination Weddings

Fox World Travel

Middleton Travel


TOP OF THE TIARA: Best All-Around Wedding Vendor

Cherry Blossom Events

Showtime Entertainment

Vera’s House of Bridals