I was feeling great all through the wedding planning process - happy, excited - up until I have tried to book my makeup artist. I have had my eye on her for 4-5 years, reached out and she said she was available for my date. Woo! I replied back that I was ready to move forward with the booking and ... crickets. It’s been over a week since I told her I was ready to move forward and to let me know where to send the deposit. She seems to be the type that replies once a week or less.
She is very active on her business Instagram and currently has an Instagram Story up that says: “Book Now for 2022 Weddings!” so I also direct messaged her from that Story saying to let me know where to send the deposit as I’m ready to book and ....crickets.
It’s annoying chasing after a vendor trying to give HER money! She charges a higher rate than other artists, so I am also frustrated that the customer service has been so poor for such a “luxury” service being offered.
I really want to work with her, but am feeling ghosted, and not sure why she would be doing this. Do I keep trying to get in contact with her or do I go with someone I like less but has better communication? She has said that all inquires have to go through email, so I haven’t called yet, but I guess that could be a last resort.
Additionally, how did you get over a dream venue, vendor, etc. that ghosted you? It’s a hurtful feeling when it’s your special day and a vendor can’t be bothered to communicate.
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