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Classic Cakes

Website: http://www.classiccakescm.com/

From the Website: Classic Cakes, owned and operated by Carol Murdock, is located in West Hartford, CT but her creations can be and are shipped anywhere in the world.

Review: This is my cake vendor. Classic Cakes can make you a simple traditional cake or a an edible piece of artwork. Check out the Specialty Gallery for some of their more creative work.

I had a blast working with Carol. I walked into her office with a vague idea and some pictures of dragons. During that first meeting we sketched out our vision for my cake. The final result was amazing, and the cake was VERY tasty.

I want to say I spent about $300 on the cake with delivery. (But I can’t find my receipt, so I could be wrong.) My total purchase was for a 4 tiered cake where the top 3 tiers were actually sculpture. The bottom layer was edible and there was a sheet cake that was cut and served to our guests. (Approximately 60 people.)

Location: West Hartford, CT

Plum Party

Website: http://www.plumparty.com/

From the Website: Plum Party supplies, party favors for party themes, decorations, unique gifts for birthdays, paper goods and party centerpieces..

Review: I find this site to be a little pricey, but it does have some unique paper goods and decorations for a theme wedding. I’m especially fond of their Halloween section. But even if your wedding isn’t headed in the goth direction, you’re still likely to find something awesome there. I found really nice paper plates with scalloped edges sold in packaged of 8 for $10. I also found some art deco print fabric table runners for $32.00. (I found the table runner in the Eco-friendly section.)

They also have invitations, but there are more shower and engagement party invites than there are wedding invitations. Might be worth a look for smaller weddings.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

Dark Garden

Website: http://www.darkgarden.com/

From the Website: Unique Corsetry & Couture Clothing

Review: Corsets for women AND men. They also have corset dresses, but their FAQ admits that you can’t really sit down in one. (Not something I’d recommend on your wedding day.) They will make full wedding gowns as well. According to their website corset prices run from $300 to $600.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

Mardigan’s Maile

Website: http://www.mardigansmaile.com/

From the Website: With over 25 years experience we are the largest hand-crafted Chainmaile Company in the Northeast United States….

Review: Chain mail isn’t just to up your armor class any more. This site has an amazing array of chain mail jewelry, including chokers, hand flowers, headbands and chaplets. Many of the pieces are embellished with beads, and you can choose which color you want. They carry semi-precious stone and glass beads that have their own page so you can take a look at them before you order. You can also design your own chaplet based on their designs. Simpler items start around $30 and more intricate items can be around $300. They also offer chain mail tops, skirts and coifs. Halters and skirts are closer to $300, but men’s shirts can cost $1000 or more.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

Massachusetts JP for a Day

Website: One Day Marriage Designation Instructions

Review: My husband and I chose this route after I had a bad experience interviewing a JP. (She had a number of secular sample ceremonies but it became clear during the interview that she was not open minded.) Rather than go through several more interviews, we asked a close friend to perform the ceremony.

In Massachusetts, any one person can perform the ceremony for any two people on a specific day, in a specific place. You’ll have to write your own ceremony but there are sample ceremonies all over the Internet. Just download one and modify it if you have to.

Location: Massachusetts, USA

Absolute Corsets

Website: http://www.absolutecorsets.com/

From the Website: Your one stop Corset Shop for Victorian corsets, Leather corsets, Bridal corsets, Corset Dresses, Tight corsets, corset accessories and more…

Review: There are some really gorgeous corsets on this site. They’ve got just about everything I could think of, including sections for satin, brocade, PVC Vinyl and leather -to name a few.

The site is set up in three sections: Overbust, Underbust & Accessories

The accessories section has lacing, lingerie, hosiery and skirts. The selection of skirts covers a variety of styles and I found a number of skirts that you could use to turn a corset into a wedding dress. (Actually, depending on the look you’re going for, they ALL could be part of a wedding ensemble. Some are just less formal than others.)

Most of the ones I clicked on were in the $300 to $400 range. There are drop down menu’s for choosing a waist measurement, but you should submit your other measurements as well. (They even have a nifty way to add your measurements to your shopping cart.) Each item is made to order unless you choose something from their “In Stock” pages.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

Gothic Martha Stewart: Weddings

Website: http://www.trystancraft.com/martha/weddings/index.html

From the Website: Ideas, examples, tips, and resources for those planning to wed in a dramatically gothic style.

Review: This site has some basic “how to” information for having a gothic wedding. There are some helpful articles, motif examples and instructions for craft projects to help goth up your wedding. Unfortunately, many of their links in the “real weddings” sections are dead. However the rest of the content is still worth checking out.

(The rest of the site has some neat stuff too!)

Gothic Weddings in Las Vegas

Website: http://www.gothicweddings.com/

From the Website: Home of the original theatrically themed weddings. Gothic Weddings, while not for the faint of heart, are certainly not just for Halloween anymore.

Review: Gothic themed wedding packages with all the bells and whistles – some even include broadcasting your wedding life over the Internet.

I should warn you that there IS a campiness factor here, which might not be for everyone. I, personally, think the locations and officiants look great. (Almost make me want to get married AGAIN.) One package will even let you add Elvis to your event for an extra charge. Package prices start around $500 and range up to $1000 (for the Rocky Horror Wedding package with Frankenfurter performing the ceremony). If you’re eloping, paying for the wedding yourself or your family has a great sense of humor, this may be the location for you.

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada (USA)

Enchanted Costumes

Website: http://www.enchantedcostumes.com/

From the Website: Fairy Wings, Wedding Gowns, Photography & Portrait Props Costumes

Review: This is a one stop shop for fairy themed weddings.

There are four types of weddings gowns available: Corset, Enchanted, Medieval and Renaissance. However there are also dresses in their costume section. Dresses are made to order, so you should contact them to discuss what you’ll need. Prices range from $1200 to $2200, but those are based on the dresses worn by the models. Your final cost may be different, so leave yourself some wiggle room.

They also offer Fairy accessories. My favorites are the lifelike fairy wings. The wings come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors; in organza, silk, or cellophane. They can be attached by ribbons or clear elastic. The wings are also made to order, but the page is set up to let you chose from the available options right there. Wing prices range from $69 to $300.

They also have wands, crowns, ear tips, make-up…etc. Basically everything I could think of, I found.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

Candyland Crafts

Website: http://www.candylandcrafts.com/

From the Website: Canding Making & Cake Decorating Supplies

Review: If you (or someone you know) is keen on making the cake and / or other goodies for your wedding, this site has all of the products to help you out. I found cupcake stands, cake decorating kits, and chocolate molds – to name a few. The site’s navigation is a little rough around the edges, but once I figured it out I was ok.

Location: US – Will Ship Internationally

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