Because we all need a little extra love this year…
If you’re planning a wedding in 2021 or know someone who is, you’re going to want TO PAY ATTENTION TO THis LIST OF INCREDIBLE WEDDING AND EVENT VENDORS.
Miss Milly’s is honored to work beside so many of these industry greats. Y’all. Take. Notice. These vendors are some of the all time best in the biz! Here we go…
Miss Milly’s 2020 Vendor Superlatives
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Hottest new vendor
2020 WINNer: FIZZY TRUCK ATL
Alcohol sales spiked in 2020, and it was either due to ‘rona or this amazing drink vendor.
“Fizzy” (pictured) is a mobile bar built into the cutest little Italian truck. Everyone we know agrees: what’s not to love here?
Why Fizzy Truck Deserves to Win: Fizzy Truck ATL debuted at the start of this year. Not only was their first year the craziest and most unpredictable year, but they hustled through it and are now expanding!
What to Watch For: We are so excited to share that “Fizzy” is going to be a big brother! “Bean” is a 1974 Piaggio Ape that will serve coffee, pastries, and gelato, and this Coffee Truck is debuting for parties and events at the end of 2020.
best new venue on the block
2020 WINNer: The Carlyle
We can’t get over this new timeless and romantic Atlanta venue.
The Carlyle venue is located in a historic building in downtown Atlanta and they just recently hit their one year mark.
Why The Carlyle Deserves to Win: The Carlyle combines the rich historical elements of the building with a clean, modern design suitable for ANY style event.
What to Watch For: The Carlyle is hosting the Atlanta stop for the Big Fake Wedding bridal show on March 4th, 2021! They are also still booking for late summer and fall 2021 weddings and micro-weddings.
the vendor you didn't know you need
2020 WINNer: Maggie Smith Kühn Fine Art
Maggie specializes in live event painting and the result is…well…out of this world.
Instead of a painting based on a photo, Maggie paints in the moment!
She says, “My greatest wish is to document your most precious moments in paint, the way kings and queens were painted in the past before the invention of the camera.”
Ugh…so dreamy. How many people wish they could go back and have her capture their special day?
Why Maggie Smith Kühn Fine Art Deserves to Win: This is the most unique and beautiful addition to any wedding or event! If you’re looking to feel like royalty, this is most definitely for you.
Note: MOBs and FOBs - this makes an incredible gift to an engaged couple.
cutest couple
2020 WINNer: the wheeler house
Did you know that The Wheeler House is owned by husband and wife duo Lee and Brittani? #goals
The Wheeler House is a darling house in downtown Ballground that was built in 1906. Lee Lusk bought the property in 2010 and restored it to the gorgeous and sought-after wedding venue that it is today.
Why The Wheeler House Deserves to Win: A husband/wife duo owns a wedding venue?! Automatically the cutest couple. But seriously, they’ve been our good pals for a while and we just can’t say enough good things about The Wheeler House and what it’s like to work with someone who loves what they do this much.
What to Watch For: The Wheeler House is turning TEN at the start of 2021. Congrats, y’all!!!
going back for seconds
2020 WINNer: sun in my belly
Nostalgic southern food taken to the NEXT level for catering your event or stopping in on a Saturday morning stroll around the city.
We’re definitely going back for seconds (maybe even thirds…🤫) when Sun in My Belly is cooking.
Why Sun in My Belly Deserves to Win: SIMB got creative during quarantine in an effort to best serve their community safely and take care of their staff by turning their restaurant space into the Kirkwood Neighborhood Market.
Best quarantine buddy
2020 winner: Cake Envy GA
Three words: Cake. For. Days.
If we had to choose anyone to quarantine with, it would obviously be the cake vendor.
Natalie makes some of the most beautiful cakes we’ve ever seen. Just one scroll through her Instagram will have you drooling. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Why Cake Envy Deserves to Win: Her luxury wedding and grooms cakes take the cake every time. 😉 Natalie is the most authentic, relatable, and SUPER talented person we know.
“It is my highest honor to be chosen to do your cake and it will always receive my utmost attention!” - Natalie from Cake Envy
mr. x factor
2020 winner: stephon X photography
Every photo will take your breath away.
“Capturing people in various ways I see them is what makes me love photography” - Stephon X
Why Stephon X Photography Deserves to Win: Stephon X has an amazing eye for capturing his subjects on camera, whether it’s a shoot for a wedding, a magazine spread, or a family session.
What to Watch For: Stephon X is offering complimentary engagement sessions with your wedding package in January and February of 2021!
hustler of the year
2020 winner: laura burchfield
No one gets it done like Laura - she’s a wedding planning hero.
She is the best wedding day BFF, handling all the details so that everything runs perfectly. You’ll love having her in your corner.
Why Laura Burchfield Deserves to Win: Laura is person behind the curtain at every event, secretly making everything perfect so that her clients can have their dream day and not even think about it. She deserves it all.
darling-est details
2020 winner: Calligraphy by lindsey
Calligraphy by Lindsey makes ornaments, decor, and SO much more - and we’ll be taking one of everything, please.
Lindsey has been doing calligraphy since 2016 and loves that she gets to work her dream job for a living…and we love it too!
Why Calligraphy By Lindsey Deserves to Win: Lindsey’s DARLING products add the perfect detail to any event as gifts, decorations, or favors.
best hidden talent
2020 winner: anik flowers
Anik not only creates the most beautiful floral designs, but also is offering her new one-of-a kind talent!
Anik has been in the floral business since 1996 and her Belgian and Dutch heritage gives her work a beautiful European style.
Why Anik Deserves to Win: Anik has a rich talent in the art of florals, but she also has a big heart for all the brides who are unable to have their dream destination weddings due to the pandemic, and she’s using her industry experience and passion to do something about it.
What to Watch For: We are so thrilled to announce that Anik Flowers is transitioning to The Anik Collective and is offering one-of-a-kind, intimate, European-style events for those who are unable to travel in this season. Yep, that’s right, Anik and her team are bringing your dream European-style event to YOU.
the magic maker
2020 winner: sophie kaye photography
Sophie is taking every moment and making it magical.
Sophie’s love for history and love for love lends to her magical photo style that feels timeless and like a true capture of undeniable love on camera.
Why Sophie Kaye Photography Deserves to Win: Not only are her photos AMAZING, but Sophie is a delight to work with. We recently collaborated on this styled shoot at The Swan House and loved watching as she worked her magic.
the ultimate vendor to remember
2020 winner: Bridelights
BrideLights brings memorable details to literally any event!
While we love their letters as the perfect touch to a party, wedding or event, BrideLights also offers fireworks and neon to light up the night.
Name an event they can’t make more awesome… we’ll wait.
Why BrideLights Deserves to Win: There isn’t an event that this wouldn’t be an amazing addition to. Events are meant to be remembered and nothing will make for a better photoshoot, create the experience, and be a better statement piece than this.
Remember BrideLights for everything you do.
2020 vendor mvp
2020 Winner: glorious moments photography
Glorious Moments - you are the MVP! You’ve truly wowed everyone this year.
Glori of Glorious Moments is as talented as she is kind. She is invested into her client’s lives more than any vendor we know and makes every detail of wedding/event planning meaningful.
In a world of countless photographers, her company’s heart, vision, and talent stand out to all who get the joy of working with her.
Why Glori Deserves to Win: Glorious Moments Photography has been featured on Glamour & Grace, The Knot, Aisle Perfect, and Bridal Musings…just to name a few. If you’ve worked with Glorious Moments Photography, you know that Glori is the sweetest, kindest, friendliest person in any situation, AND she makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera.
What to Watch For: All of Glorious Moments’ wedding collections come with a complimentary engagement session.
Go follow and congratulate this dream team of vendors who only have more in store for you in 2021.
Congratulations, vendors! You have each wow-ed so many people this year and we have been lucky enough to witness your talent firsthand.
The best is yet to come…or at least the worst is almost over… #2020
Thankful for all of you and can’t wait to watch you continue to do what you love.
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