Rhody Wed

We’ve got a couple last-minute vendors to share with you today! First up is Pure Salon, a new eco-friendly, full-service salon in neighboring Bristol, RI. They are committed to healthy products that are safe for you and good to the environment–but think glam, not granola! 

“At PURE Salon, our ethos is simple – to deliver exceptional design, cut, color, and treatment services to our clients while using products that contain certified ORGANIC and NATURAL ingredients. Prohibiting the use of synthetic fragrances or harsh chemicals enables PURE Salon to offer a healthier experience for clients and stylists.”

Better yet, Master Barber Derek Toman recently joined their team. Think straight razor shaves, classic and contemporary men’s cuts — perfect services for grooms and their posses! Visit their site to read more about their values, services, and experience. 

And next, we’ve added Simply Radiant Events based out of Cumberland, Rhode Island. Their approach to weddings is right up our alley: unique, personalized, all about the couple and their ideas for the day. Even DIY couples sometimes need a little help, and planners can be a great way to hook up with vendors who share your vision. From their site:

“Simply Radiant Events is a full service boutique firm offering premier planning services for the modern bride. Serving all of New England and beyond, we specialize in bringing your stylish and unique wedding vision to life. We firmly believe that there is an infinite number of “perfect weddings” – that each one should be unique, special, and completely about the happy couple. Between our expertise of the wedding planning process and the money we save our clients in negotiating vendors agreements, our brides unanimously agree that our services are worth every penny!”

Today, we’d love to introduce you to Olive del Mondo, Providence’s first olive oil and vinegar tasting bar! They’ve come up with a fantastic party favor idea–gourmet olive oils in beautiful hand-stamped muslim bags. And they’ll be at Rhody Wed with samples and information on incorporating their tasty products into your next celebration.

From their website:

“A tasty addition to Providence & Rhode Island, Olive del Mondo (Olives of the World) is proud to be Providence’s first olive oil & vinegar tasting bar! An independent, “mom & pop” shop, Olive del Mondo features fresh, seasonal extra virgin olive oils, flavor-infused olive oils, balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy, and much, much more! The best part? Everything is on tap for you to taste and your favorites are always bottled on the spot!”

Yum.

We’re so delighted to introduce you to Deborah Belaus, the cool lady behind Bright Path Ceremonies.

From her website: 

“Debbie Belaus is a certified Life-Cycle Celebrant® from the Celebrant Foundation and Institute. She has a solid background in the history of ritual, ceremony and the traditions of many cultures, beliefs and religions. She is an expert at managing rehearsals and performing wedding ceremonies.

Debbie has always worked in areas where she holds deep passion.She practiced and taught yoga for 35 years and was co-owner of Open Heart Yoga and Wellness Center from 2003 to 2009.

As an ordained minister, she honors all religious and spiritual traditions. Her fellowship is outside the context of a building and meets in the outdoors. Her ministry espouses “Connecting nature with the human spirit.”

Debbie is certified to officiate at weddings and she also brings a lifetime of working well with others through her sense of calm and strong ability to organize. She brings the spirit and passion of artistic collaboration to her work to design your ceremony that will be rich and fulfilling. Debbie is a trusted guide with whom you can communicate your wishes and create memories worth cherishing.”

Check out her testimonials page, full of rave reviews from both couples and their wedding guests. If you’re looking for a personal, unique ceremony  look no further. Deborah will be on hand at Rhody Wed to discuss her work and chat with you–definitely stop by and introduce yourself.

(Deborah also donated a full ceremony for our raffle prize — worth $675. Amazing.)

Three new vendors up today! First of all, we’ve got Cate Marshall of “Coastal Cate,” a Rhode Island-based Etsy seller who makes nautically inspired home decor and personal accessories, like these cute clutches.

Visit her Etsy site to see more of her creations, and keep her in mind for bridesmaids’s gifts and accessories!