These are the people we work with regularly at The Arbor — photographers, florists, planners, and everyone else. We're not paid to list anyone. They're here because they do good work, they're easy to work with on the day, and our couples are consistently happy with them.
You're never required to use them.
Browse by category
| Category | Typical cost | Book by |
|---|---|---|
| Photographers | $2,300 – $5,000 | 9–14 months |
| Videographers | $2,000 – $4,500 | 8–12 months |
| Florists | $2,000 – $4,000 | 6–9 months |
| DJs and bands | $1,200 – $9,000 | 6–12 months |
| Hair and makeup | $150 – $450 per person | 6–9 months |
| Planners and coordinators | $1,200 – $12,000 | 9–12 months |
| Cake bakers | $500 – $1,200 | 3–6 months |
| Officiants | $150 – $400, or $0 | 3–6 months |
| Transportation | $500 – $1,500 | 4–6 months |
| Rentals and lighting | $2,000 – $4,000 | 4–8 months |
| Stationery | $400 – $1,200 | 6–9 months |
The booking order
Each of these constrains the next, so book in sequence:
- Venue — 12–18 months for a peak Saturday
- Photographer — books nearly as fast
- Caterer, if not the venue
- Music
- Florist
- Hair and makeup — books earlier than couples expect
- Officiant, or a self-uniting license instead
- Cake
- Attire — 8–12 months, because alterations take multiple fittings
- Marriage license — 2 to 4 weeks before, and no earlier
What a full vendor budget looks like
For a 120-guest Bucks County wedding, outside the venue and catering:
| Photographer | $3,200 |
| Videographer | $2,800 |
| Florist | $2,800 |
| DJ | $1,600 |
| Hair and makeup (8 people) | $1,900 |
| Cake | $650 |
| Officiant | $250 |
| Stationery | $700 |
| Transportation | $800 |
| Total | ~$14,700 |
Plus tips of roughly $1,500 to $3,000. See hidden wedding costs and the full Bucks County wedding cost guide.
How to vet a vendor
The same five questions work across every category:
1. Have you worked at this venue before? Someone who knows where the light is at 5pm, where the load-in door is, and how long the flip takes is worth real money.
2. What's your backup if you're ill? A solo vendor with no contingency is a single point of failure on a date that can't move.
3. Do you carry insurance? Many venues require a certificate. Ask for it early.
4. What's the payment schedule and cancellation policy? In writing.
5. What's not included? Better question than what is — it surfaces things you wouldn't know to ask about.
A note on preferred vendor lists
Some venues require you to use their list. We don't. Ours is a recommendation, not a restriction, and there's no fee for bringing someone else.
If you're comparing venues, ask each one directly: is the list mandatory, and is there a charge for using an outside vendor? Some charge $500 to $2,000.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have to use a venue's preferred vendors? It depends on the venue. Some require it, some recommend it, and some charge an outside-vendor fee of $500 to $2,000. Ask directly before booking — at The Arbor, our list is a recommendation only.
How much do wedding vendors cost in Bucks County? Outside venue and catering, roughly $14,000 to $15,000 for photography, video, florals, music, hair and makeup, cake, officiant, stationery, and transportation at a 120-guest wedding.
When should you book wedding vendors? Venue first at 12–18 months, then photographer at 9–14 months. Florist, music, and hair and makeup follow at 6–9 months. The marriage license is last, 2 to 4 weeks out.
Are venue preferred vendors more expensive? Not usually. They're generally vendors the venue works with often, which tends to mean smoother logistics rather than higher prices. Compare quotes either way.
How many vendors do you need for a wedding? Typically 8 to 12 for a full wedding. A micro wedding can be done with two or three, since music, rentals, and coordination often aren't needed.
Should you tip wedding vendors? Yes, for most — budget $1,500 to $3,000 total. Business owners are sometimes an exception, though it's always welcome.
Weddings at The Arbor
The Arbor at The Bucks Club is a wedding venue in Jamison, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. We'll make introductions to anyone on this list, and we're happy to work with vendors who aren't.
Cost figures derived from published Philadelphia-metro and Pennsylvania market data, August 2026.
Last updated: August 2026
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