This review is way too late but we were fortunate enough to have her as a wedding coordinator at our wedding in May 2022. She worked so hard to make that day special for us and we appreciate it. I know it was exhausting but she has a great positive attitude! read more

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Soraya was such a joy to work with. I had planned most of the wedding myself, but felt stressed about the details a few weeks leading into the day. I wasn't sure what help I needed with exactly so I reached out to Soraya hoping she can provide some direction. From the first conversation I had with her, I knew I needed her on my side. She took the time to get to know me, my husband, my vision, and then translated it all into a work of art that's also within our budget. She followed up regularly and offered encouragement and advice in times when I needed it the most. Her process is transparent, timely, and a real joy to go through. As many others have said, Soraya has a passion and a gift for all things wedding related. Aside from having your dream wedding, you will also gain a friend in Soraya. So if you're needing any help with Florals, Wedding Decor, or Day-of Coordination, don't look any further. read more

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Soraya was such a joy and super easy yo work with! I gave her my budget and vision and she provided a budget and piece-by-piece overview for me, after some wise feedback from Soraya, we were able to nail down my vision and keep within the budget. She also has a great team to recommend to do some odd jobs. Had one of the girls on her team put up lights for us! Overall, Soraya and her team made set-up and clean-up smooth all while delivering beautifully designed florals! read more

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Look no further because your wedding day fairy godmother is here! I did most of the wedding planning myself, but I knew I wanted to have at least a day-of coordinator to execute the logistics. I reached out to Soraya because I saw that she would be able to provide BOTH florals and MONTH-of coordination! Her rates were also very competitive compared to other quotes I had received. She was definitely like our fairy godmother that night since our wedding was absolutely perfect! Leading up to the day, Soraya would occasionally check-in to make sure my fiance and I were on time with all of our wedding task. She was always an email or phone call away and I was very grateful for her help throughout the entire process. She is passionate about what she does and has such a big heart, you can tell she absolutely loves her job and treats all of her couples as if they were her own kids :). I highly recommend A Soiree to Remember for both florals and wedding coordination, why not kill two birds with one stone ;). Thank you Soraya for giving us an absolutely perfect wedding! read more

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Besides having a wonderful heart, being full of positive energy, giving me and my finacee insight and suggestions by sharing her past experiences to help guide us, being receptive to our needs and concerns and giving us peace of mind, Soraya Rondon of A Soiree to Remember is wonder woman! At the beginning of planning our wedding, my finacee and I had planned for about 120-150 people. I guess things got a little out of hand and we had some major scope creep because we ended up having a wedding that had a RSVP'd guest list of 230 people. No worries. Soraya worked with everyone on our vendor list in taking care of delivery, set up, you name it, she was on it! For things like renting chairs and table setting and other things we had no clue where to even start looking for, Soraya had a list of recommended reliable people to go with. Talk about helping to alleviate the stress! On the day of, EVERYTHING went well. EVERYTHING. Even when a handful of guests that didn't formally RSVP showed up, they were balanced out by those that formally RSVP'd and didn't show up so Soraya was able to scramble at the last second to take care of the seating to make sure everyone knew where they could sit. Sure, there were things that were out of her control though. The only things were, I partially tore the hamstring in my left leg earlier that week so I was hobbled and the dance floor dimensions were not the same as what my fiancee and I had choreographed and practiced our dance for. However, because I believe that Soraya brought a "reverse Murphy's law" energy with her that day, it still went beautifully! Funny thing, as I'm writing up this review a couple months after the wedding, I'm feeling that sense of peace I had on the wedding day knowing that Soraya was scurrying around in the background handling things LIKE A BOSS. read more

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Just updating my review with photos! I asked Soraya for whimsical romance and she definitely delivered and exceeded my expectations! read more

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Soraya coordinated our wedding and it was hands down one of the best decisions we made. Not only is she a talented planner with a great eye for design -- she's also an incredibly genuine, warm, and thoughtful human being. You can just tell that she truly cares about people. Soraya gave us so much support and guidance as we planned out the details, always going above and beyond to help out. And during the month of our wedding, I seriously don't know how I could have kept my sanity without her. She coordinated seamlessly with all of our vendors, helped us create a great timeline and floor plan, thought of every little detail, and kept everything organized while she did it. She also has a gift for bringing people together and making them feel comfortable. On my wedding day, I felt like I could actually relax and enjoy myself. (And I'm someone who gets easily stressed out, even on normal days!) Basically everything was perfect and we're so grateful she was a part of our wedding. I highly recommend working with her, no matter where you are in the process. read more

Flowers have always been a big deal to me and for my wedding, I wanted flowers to be the complete statement of it all. And it was!! The floral design of my wedding was better than I could even imagine. The florist Soraya is very kind, talented, creative and always a pleasure to work with. She truly brings your dream alive and with her team they created a beautiful atmosphere. My roots are from Jamaica and even to the details, Soraya included flowers from Jamaica to add to the tropical feels and it was an honor to my family heritage. The guest attending were shocked in the beautiful floral arrangements and left me breathless. I also asked for the Day of Coordination and Lisa was in charge of the day. She was so flexible, very calm, super kind and every was so smooth. I can't thank Soraya and her team enough for making my wedding dreams come true. read more

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If I could give 6 stars I would. Soraya from day 1 was warm, kind, fun to work with, and passionate about what she does which shows with her work. Soraya was both my day-of planner as well as florist and she completely captured the vibe we wanted. My wedding day was completely stress-free and I was able to enjoy being in the moment because I had so much trust and confidence in Soraya. From a professional standpoint Soraya is unmatched. But on a human level, her energy is what sets her over the top. If you are looking for a kind, fun, organized, creative planner..she is it! Could not imagine the process without her. Eternal thank you's, Soraya! read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Soraya! My wife and I had to cancel our wedding last minute last year due to the pandemic and Soraya was so supportive and understanding. This year we got have our party and Soraya did an amaaaazing job! Everything was beautiful and better than we could have imagined. She is so sweet and warm and makes you feel like she is 100% behind you supporting you the whole time. You can tell she loves what she does and I feel so blessed to have gotten to work with her. I would recommend Soraya in a heartbeat! read more

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Searching for the right wedding coordinator was a challenge for my wife and I. Although we took care of most of the wedding planning ourselves (not terribly difficult, if you can invest a little time into it), such as selecting the venue and vendors, all we really needed was someone to help us with actual 'day of' coordination, to really make sure that small things went according to plan so that we could try to enjoy the wedding. What a lot of wedding coordinators will tell you is that you need more (which obviously costs more), however, if you have a firm handle on what you need, then you'll quickly realize what you truly do/don't need out of a coordinator. Soraya made the decision easy for us. After talking with several coordinators who either didn't want to take on a small job or tried to convince us of their higher end services, my wife came across Soraya as she was local to us and our venue. Don't let the small number of reviews scare you off; she is beyond legit and delivered exactly what we needed: a true day-of coordinator who listened to our needs. Our first meeting she quickly made us feel at ease. Very warm and friendly, like being with family. Very reasonably priced and agreed that our wedding would not need all the extras that every other coordinator pushed on us. A month out from our wedding, Soraya quickly went into action, contacting our bridal party, venue and vendors to get everything dialed in. She offered to help with providing extra bits (she's also a florist and has plenty of accessories one might need for a wedding, so ask!). Her assistant Lisa was also great to work with, and during the rehearsal, they really had our timeline sorted out in accordance with what our venue, photographers and DJ had suggested. On the actual wedding day, Soraya and Lisa made sure everything flowed without any issues. If anything went wrong, we hardly noticed, which is exactly how it should be, and a great indicator that they did their jobs correctly. We truly thank them for a job well done! Again, perfect for day-of coordination, but if you need their help from start to finish, Soraya can do it! read more

Soraya was such a joy to work with. She helped us for a whole extra year since our wedding got pushed back due to COVID. She was constantly checking up on us throughout the year(s!) to make sure we were holding up okay and that we were on track for the big day. She was also very attentive in keeping us within our budget, which was one of my top concerns. We got month-of coordination services through her and florals and decor as well, which really helped simplify things for us! On our big day, Soraya and her assistant Lisa were so much fun while still making sure everything was going smoothly and on time; even our bridal party fell in love with them! I highly recommend working with Soraya for your big day. read more

See my review from 4 years ago... She is still doing phenomenal work and all but turning water into wine at weddings! She takes all the stress out of event planning so you do have to. Just sign for the charge and enjoy the elegant and enchanting environment atmosphere she creates for you and your guests. read more

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Soraya and Lisa were a dream to work with! Our wedding was entirely planned before COVID hit and then suddenly we had to make new plans. Soraya was always there to help me stay calm as I moved through these challenges. Soraya is the sweetest human. She really gives her all to her couples and wants the best for them. She was always there to answer questions. She remained patient and understanding at all times. You could just tell she LOVES what she does. She handled every obstacle with grace and I just knew she had it all handled. She has a lot of experience in the industry and also as a florist has a lot more knowledge there. I would 100% recommend her services to any couple looking for a reasonably priced coordination service with people who care. With Soraya you are not just a business transaction. That feeling was so important me on my wedding day. I didn't want to be just a transaction, and with her, I felt like family! read more

Soraya is a gem to the wedding planning/florist industry. She was so amazing and my husband and I are so happy that we picked her as our florist. Her attention to detail and inventiveness in flower choices and color made our wedding truly magical. It really wouldn't have been the same if we had gotten a different florist. The additional decor that she added with the flowers brought me to tears at some point because I was looking at true creative beauty. She will make your wedding venue look so much more beautiful! read more

If you're planning a wedding, you need Soraya period. Soraya helped bring my vision for my wedding day to life and went above and beyond her call of duty on multiple occasions. She took the time to understand my aesthetic and advocated on my behalf throughout the planning process. She is not only a wealth of knowledge and knows the industry through and through but she is genuinely kind and concerned with a heart to serve her couples. My only regret is not finding her sooner! read more

Soraya... where do I even start. An absolute dream to work with, angel and light of a human being, and the very reason my wedding day was stress-free. From the beginning a soundboard and endless source of knowledge, and such a patient, generous, kind, and professional woman. Don't hesitate to hire her... do it now! read more

Best wedding planner in Southern California! My fiancée and I were overjoyed when we found out A Soiree to Remember was available to help us plan our wedding because we'd heard that she's high demand and usually booked for events months out in advance! Being young and naïve, we didn't know the first thing about planning a wedding, and could've easily been taken advantage of in today's world of wedding-scamming. However, Soraya was quick to aid us in recommending the best deals in the San Fernando Valley for rentals, flowers, and food. She had the best connections! In the course of our short engagement, Soraya exceeded our expectations with her communication, attention to detail, professionalism, and making us feel so confident in her ability to make our dream wedding a reality. The days we would sit down and vision cast and share ideas were some of my favorite- as an artist myself, I love her dedication to the details! She worked with us every step of the way and shared helpful advice and personal experience that made the planning process not only efficient, but fun! There might be a lot of seasoned professionals out there, but finding a gem like Soraya who will make your wedding experience enjoyable is priceless. The work that she put into communicating with us, our vendors, bridal party and other coordinators was exceptional and gave us such a peace of mind throughout the process. I want to keep all of our e-mail correspondence just to prove to people that excellent planning is possible! Wedding planning aside, the other wow factor is her passion and knowledge of floral design! She personally set aside time to discuss and help me handpick the florals for our table arrangements, decor and bouquets. My husband and I were so grateful for her background in this area of wedding planning because it saved us from spending a fortune on hiring a florist. This woman is truly the full package! Thank you so much Soraya and A Soiree to Remember for making our wedding not just ordinary, but a beautiful and seamless celebration of love. It wouldn't have been possible without you! read more

This review is long overdue! Soraya made all our flower arrangements for our wedding at the church and reception. The flowers were absolutely gorgeous and you could see how they made our wedding pictures pop! Everything was set up perfectly at the church and reception and on time. Soraya is gifted at what she does and her prices are fair. I recommend her to all my friends! read more

My entire engagement season leading up to my wedding, was exceedingly and abundantly more than I could've ever asked for or imagined because of Soraya's grace-filled heart, and her spirit of complete excellence. Ladies! First things first, Soraya taught me to NOT believe the cheap lie that planning your wedding has to be stress inducing. She lived that out and EVERY single meeting and phone call was a breath of fresh air, and a new dose of hope-filled JOY. Her heart of faith and mind of excellence is something I've never seen or experienced before. She genuinely cares to serve your vision for your special day, and also calls it so much higher. Her experience in this industry is EVIDENT, and her raw talent, eye, and attention to detail is something YOU NEED whilst planning your wedding. She is the most trustworthy, creative, businesswoman, mother figure, force to be reckoned with. Her taste is out of this world, and her execution is humbling. She spent many hours venue hunting for, and with us, and really, truly understands the magnitude and significance of this special day. She goes above and beyond in EVERYTHING she does, and our wedding looked like, and felt like heaven because of her. You will be extremely blessed if you get the opportunity to have Soraya on your team to help plan your special day. She is an angel through and through. read more

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It's hard to put into words how incredible Soraya was. Her work was absolutely beautiful. The arbor piece she created for our altar was magical, and the bouquets and boutonnieres were perfect. We didn't have very firm wedding colors, more of a general palette, but she nailed it and gave us florals that elevated our design and made the whole wedding feel more cohesive. On top of all that, she is just a wonderful and kind human being. She created a handmade basket for our flower girl for her to keep that made her feel like a princess. As for our ring bearer, she provided a treasure chest for him to carry the rings in, which he also adored and she allowed him to keep as a gift. We're not frequent throwers of big events, but we would truly throw a giant party any time just for the chance to work with her again. read more

She was such a joy to work with. She was so happy for us and offered to help so much during our planning phase. She even went as far as communicating to the venue on our behalf and would even help retrieve some of the decorations that we still needed to purchase. Would highly recommend to use her services as she will put 110% effort into making your big day special! read more

I used A Soiree to Remember for my own wedding, and recommend them to all my friends - so far, I've been to two other fabulous weddings coordinated by Soiree. I've also hired Soiree for professional events, and all of the guests were very pleased. A Soiree to Remember takes a very personalized approach to each event, and genuinely cares about the needs of clients (and, in the case of weddings, their families). Wedding planners have a tendency to nickel & dime brides, but Soiree really puts their expertise to work for you. If you are on a budget, they will help you make it happen. read more

Soraya made my wedding exactly what I dreamed it would be. She was beyond helpful and kept such an open line of communication with me that I felt comfortable and confident with her creative choices. She even joined my wedding board on pintrest to get inside my head even more. She is one of the sweetest (and funniest) women I've met and actually told her on my wedding day I am bummed the wedding is almost over and can't work with her anymore, to which she replied, "I do babyshowers!!" If you are on a budget and looking for a florist with a big heart, then Soraya is your girl. read more

I honestly cannot thank you enough! You went above and beyond with our flowers. Everything that I imagined , you created .They were gorgeous. I could go on and on. God has blessed you with a beautiful talent... Thank you so much for all you did . Manuel and Elia Rodriguez 5/15/15 read more

It was truly a pleasure to work with Soraya from A Soiree to Remember for our beautiful wedding near the ocean in Los Angeles. We had a few meetings with Soraya leading up to the wedding and she made our wedding process fun and easy! We knew we could trust her right away, as she was incredibly sweet and we could tell she really wanted to help us to have the wedding we desired. One thing that really stood out in my mind about her and her services was that, with just a simple questionnaire and meeting with her a few times, she was able to "hit the nail on the head" and help us to have exactly what we wanted for our wedding! I was so pleased with the way the decorations were as they were exactly my taste! With our budget, I thought that we might not be able to have the wedding I truly desired, but Soraya proved me wrong. :) My husband and I still say that our wedding was so much greater than we could have imagined and we were so thankful to have Soraya, as she was diligent to make sure that everything went smoothly so that we could enjoy our big day. Soraya has many connections and is really knowledgeable concerning the wedding industry. She will point you in all the right directions to help you to have the wedding that you want! On top of that, you will simply love to have her around during your wedding process because she is so helpful and has such a sweet and pleasant personality. We will be recommending A Soiree to Remember to anyone planning a wedding without a doubt. :) read more

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There are not enough words to express how thankful I am for Soraya! She went above and beyond for our wedding (not to mention it was a last minute wedding! We had less than two months to plan!) We had an impossible budget and Soraya somehow managed not only to hit it, but produce a beautiful masterpiece of a wedding. Soraya will listen and ask questions about your vision and then amplify that vision with her personal touches (but without straying from what the couple wants). She will check in with you throughout the process. She will make suggestions and walk you through. If you are still hesitating about Soraya, don't! Days after the wedding, my mom is still mentioning how blown away she was with the decor and flowers. What makes Soraya so rare is that she loves her job, and no two weddings are alike to her. Best decision (besides marrying my husband) of this wedding was having Soraya. Thank you Soraya! read more

It was a pleasure working with Soraya. She worked with us every step of the way and exceeded our expectations and more. We told her our budget and she did whatever she could in her power to make sure we got everything we wanted and deserved. We told her what our vision was and she created my dream wedding. From the venue (that she found), to the floral bouquets/arrangements, catering company, signs, decorations, and her creative mind everyone was blown away including my husband and I. My guests still tell me how beautiful our wedding was and it was something from a magazine. Not only did Soraya create the wedding of our dreams she always ensured me to not worry about anything. Soraya is incredibly dependable and I don't know how she does what she does still remaining calm and patient. I am so appreciative and grateful for Soraya and would recommend anyone to use A Soiree to Remember, I promise she won't let you down!! read more

My husband and I could not be more happy with A Soirée to Remember. She went above and beyond our vision and transformed our wedding into fairy tale! From the floral bouquets, to the set up of the tables, to the lighting, to her homemade signs, she put so much TLC and detail into every piece of our wedding! I am still getting compliments from our wedding guests on how beautiful and dreamy our wedding was. My wedding would not have been possible with the creativity, love, and vision of A Soirée to Remember! Thank you for truly making our wedding a Happily Ever After! Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. read more

Let me just start by saying this.... Soraya is not just an event planner she is genuinely an amazing human being. I could not have survived my wedding day without her. She exerts so much positive energy. My anxiety as a bride completely diminished. She made my wedding look and feel just as I envisioned! She also took care of all my floral designs and exceeded my expectations. My family was in awe. All in all it was the most perfect day. Soraya you are truly a special person. Thank you again for EVERYTHING. read more

A Soiree to Remember, planned/coordinated my youngest son's wedding this month. It was so much more than they or anyone could have imagined. It was the most wonderful wedding I have ever attended, including my own. Stunning. I agree with Heidi G, very personalized, caring, and thinking of every detail ... detail like even having the bride practice walking in the area of the park she would begin her entrance. As well as, adding details like hanging a chandelier above the bride and groom in the huge oak tree they wed under. They were always on top of the event ... ahead of what was going on next, in order to step in and fill any gaps before ever noticed. All attendees who I have heard from have talked/written about how incredible the wedding was, and what a blessing it was to be a part, even if only sitting and watching. read more

Soraya was amazing! She made our home backyard look like a romantic getaway just like we wanted. She works WITH you and also really helps you stay on track, which you will definitely want. She is proactive and has great ideas and connections around the city to help you! She absolutely loves what she does and shows genuine care for the couples she works with and their families. Thank you Soraya! We love you! read more

Soraya is amazing! I ended up with the most gorgeous flowers, exactly what I wanted and she worked completely in my budget, in fact coming in under budget! read more

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Soraya did both the day of coordination and the flowers for my wedding day, and all I can say is WOW. This woman is beyond amazing. She put so much effort into making sure that every single detail looked perfect, and really understood my vision for the day. With all the curve balls and last minute changes, she made sure things went beyond smoothly. I can honestly say that without Soraya and her assistant my wedding would not have gone half as smoothly as it did. Her services were above and beyond, and I will forever cherish my wedding day do to her kindness and positivity. If you are looking for a coordinator or florist who is organized, driven, and really can understand your vision, go with Soraya. She really is amazing! read more

My husband and I can't thank Soraya enough for our dream wedding. She helped us with floral, design, and planning. My wedding day was a breeze and our vision became a reality. Floral- Wow, Wow, wow!!! my bouquet & center pieces looked straight from "California Weddings" bridal magazine! She knew I really wanted peonies and she made it happen. She blended our colors well and perfectly tied it in with our reception design. Event planning- even when we met with a baker for cake tasting, she knew the right questions to ask. We set up several meetings where she came prepared and had ideas for our event. She also helped us stay within our budget by giving us great alternative suggestions for design and vendors. Day off wedding coordination- when i walked in and saw my reception and ceremony space, it felt like a David Tutera show moment. I was amazed to see everything come together. Just perfect. The way she handled all the vendors, very professional. I knew I could trust her! She is amazing! I wish I could re-live this wedding process since she made it so fun!!!! read more

I have had the most amazing experience with this company. We used them for two formal dances, a birthday brunch and my daughter's graduation party. The service I've gotten has always surpassed my expectations. read more

Soraya did my destination wedding, on November 1st. She was SO helpful in doing all of the research on venues, hotels, food, etc. Without her, fine tuning all of those details would have been a lot harder. She was absolutely wonderful! She has a gift of being able to do things well and efficiently, as well as make it fun. Soraya was very supportive and encouraged us with the creative freedom we needed to plan our wedding. Her ideas are spectacular! We still have people who are talking about how amazing our wedding turned out to be! She is also a good people person. We had some family drama, unfortunately, and she was able to navigate through everyone's feelings - making them feel appreciated, loved, and apart of everything. I highly recommend her. She is the number one event planner I recommend. Truly a gem! read more

My wife and I used A Soiree to Remember for our wedding. She was recommended to us by our wedding coordinator. We had less than a month to plan our wedding. We gave Soraya(Owner of A Soiree to Remember)creative freedom and just gave her a little direction with the colors and theme. We were very pleased with everything she put together from the boutonniere to the decorations. The biggest surprise for me was when I arrived to the chapel and she had a maile lei waiting for me. I'm from Hawaii so my wife and I were trying to find a way to get a hold of a maile lei but couldn't have it delivered from Hawaii. We never discussed this with Soraya and she got the maile lei on her own initiative. A Soiree to Remember was a big part of making our wedding day the greatest day we've had thus far. read more

It was beyond my imagination how beautifully my wedding came together. Of course the beyond perfect day that I was imagining would not have happened without having Soraya by our side. Soraya is the most detailed, kind and caring person. I know she genuinely cares for what she does and she loves what she does! I had imagined all these little details that I wanted for my wedding but didn't think that I'd be able to afford, after showing just a few photos she made everything I had imagined come together for less than my budget. Soraya thinks outside the box and really helped us save since we had a tight budget. She reassured me constantly not to worry and that she would take care of everything, she surely kept her promise. I had friends and family ask me throughout the day and even the month before if I needed any help but I couldn't think of thing since Soraya took care of everything for us! What also surprised me was that I had friends and family tell me that they were happy to see me looking stress free and I know that Soraya is definitely the reason I felt at ease. I consider myself to overthink and stress out about many little things. It's an amazing experience to go through an entire wedding day stress free! To me, Soraya is now more than just my wedding coordinator, she's a friend and I definitely will be referring Soraya to future brides and grooms! read more

Soraya went above and beyond what we could have expected from our wedding coordinator. Although we only hired her as a "month of" coordinator, she made herself available well before the wedding and helped us with everything from communicating with our numerous vendors about logistical information to going through every step of our day in detail to ensure that we would not have to worry about a thing on the day of the wedding. She was also able to draw on her breadth of experience at various weddings to offer smart suggestions, but was never pushy about forcing her vision on us. In addition, she not only is an excellent communicator and organizer, but is also personable, funny and easy-going. Any couple would be lucky to have Soraya as their wedding coordinator! read more