We found The Unruffled bride through Reddit and after seeing so many positive reviews we were…read moreexcited to book them for our wedding! Unfortunately the reality didn't line up at all with what reviewers were saying. After we put down the deposit, Rebecca was virtually impossible to get ahold of, each time giving a different excuse (she disappeared for 2 weeks saying she caught a fever then another week saying her phone was in the shop). I had to ask repeatedly for her to deliver the most basic things (confirmation of the latest plan, a run of show timeline, contact my vendors, literally anything) and she never did, often getting upset with me for even asking. Most of my vendors said they didn't hear a word from her til they met her the day of the wedding. So what should have been a seamless process was all over the place. The day of was worse. They didn't play our song as we walked down the aisle, left the ceremony venue a mess (so much so that my wife and I had to return to clean the venue ourselves the next day), messed up our seating chart despite several emails with super clear instructions and dropped the ball on almost everything we asked them to do. You truly get what you pay for here. Unless you like working on your wedding hire a different coordinator.

Luis was an absolute star day-of coordinator for our wedding day. He fielded our many emails and…read morequestions leading up to the event with kindness and patience, and encouraged us to call or text with any updates as the day drew closer. He created an extremely detailed timeline for our wedding day and coordinated with all vendors to make sure everyone was on the same page. On the day of, he kept us on schedule almost down to the minute, and responded to any unexpected events calmly and with professionalism and positivity. He set up our decor just as we'd envisioned (and sometimes even better), and at the end of the night packed it up just as carefully. We especially appreciated how attentive he was to our parents and to our guests with dietary restrictions. Whether it was reworking floral arrangements to create an extra boutonniere just before family photos, or enlisting the venue coordinator to repair our cake topper in the middle of the reception when we thought it was beyond saving, we were consistently impressed with Luis's dedication, resourcefulness, and professionalism. I am naturally a very anxious person, but as soon as I saw Luis in action I knew that I could relax and that he had everything under control. At the end of the night he even personally followed the delivery driver back to our hotel to ensure our decor was returned safely. Many of our guests commented on how smoothly everything ran and how much fun they had. We can't thank Luis enough for going above and beyond to ensure we had a truly enjoyable and memorable wedding!

Deanne and her team were INCREDIBLE. Not only did we have the wedding of our dreams - beautiful,…read morefun, unique, and filled with love - but we also came in on budget, and the day was stress-free. Please, please, please hire her and her team. It's the best decision you can make for your big day!

We cannot recommend DeAnne and Dear September enough! She was organized, calm, and so supportive…read morethroughout the entire process. The Picnic House looked stunning thanks to her eye for detail, and our guests couldn't stop commenting on how seamless and romantic everything felt. She made planning stress-free and our wedding day absolutely perfect. Truly the best decision we made!

Raquel is such a gem and lifesaver! We didn't know where to start with our wedding, and my dear…read morefriend of many years who is in the industry was like, "YOU GOTTA MEET RAQUEL." I thought I knew that planning a wedding was a huge undertaking...I had NO idea exactly how huge until we started. Raquel has been a reputable person in the profession for a long time, and she has a plethora of vendors and venues that are completely thrilled to work with her. She listens deeply to your vision and hopes for your wedding, and she starts pulling ideas from all her wisdom. Raquel has done countless versions of weddings - ours was much less "traditional" and she was totally on board and our steadfast advocate. Raquel is extremely organized and utilizes all her experience to make spot on suggestions that serve as an incredibly helpful guide when it comes to the MANY considerations of the event. Raquel truly respects and appreciates how important this moment is in her clients lives, and is caring, invested, and honoring of that. In the midst of all the chaos of decisions, Raquel helped ground us, get excited and have a good laugh. Weddings bring up a lot for people, and Raquel is well versed in effectively and compassionately managing the complex dynamics of families. And she and her team were checking in with us throughout the entirety of the day. If I had to say it in a sentence: Raquel goes absolutely ABOVE AND BEYOND to facilitate a smooth and joyful process and full heartedly supports her clients in realizing a wedding that is authentically and beautifully them. Thank you so much, Raquel. You are a special person and business owner. I kept editing this review to add more, because it feels really hard to encapsulate our appreciation. This was the best day of our lives, and we couldn't have done it without you and your extraordinary team.

Where to start! We got engaged in the beginning of 2020 and first thing we wanted to check off was…read morea wedding planner, especially after going thru the pandemic. We wanted some who was: Organized, task orientated, managed events in various settings, someone who took charge. We also wanted someone who understood how important it was to incorporate our cultures together, who will get how to blend tradition with modern and keep our integrity. What we got was this and so much more: Raquel met every single thing and more!! After a month of searching and several failed interviews I was recommended Raquel. I had no background info on her or her company but I was willing to give it try. Within hours of emailing her we set a time for a call and we hit it off! Raquel was straight forward, she explained that she has been in the wedding business for many many years but 2021 she was going to start out on her own. She provided me with info of her employer knowing well that I could have gone to them instead, but she was extremely transparent and we really appreciate that. She then led with her background in management and event planning. We spoke about being BIPOC and how important that is to her and the clients she serves. We hit it off within 5 minutes on the phone, I gave her my vision of mixing Mexican/Ecuadorian cultures with a modern twist and she was on it. She was coming with ideas that I also had and I knew then that she was the one to make our wedding a reality. We started planning in Nov 2020 and married in Oct 2021. Raquel was always communicating with us, searched vendors for us, handled the contracts and communication, had deadlines set up, kept us in budget. We were on a shared google drive that had every detail of our wedding. She was readily available leading to the month before, she was a text, call away. She kept it real, she knew when to say "hey maybe we can try something else out" I loved it, she had a back up plan for everything! She also kept in mind our families and how important it was to show our families how a 1st generation couple can still keep our roots but also embrace our cultural backgrounds. Raquel was a true blessing. On the big day she and her team were amazing, always made sure I was happy and taken cared of. Things probably went wrong but I had no idea, that's how smooth the day went for us. We spent many months planning this wedding Raquel has become much more than our planner but a true friend, she had our backs and we wish her all the best in her company. We are truly honored to have had Just Say Yes conduct our wedding!!!!

Save your sanity. Hire TKEP. No tiny detail will go unnoticed that isn't quadruple checked. Calm,…read morecool and even these planners. Sarah and Johnathan know all the vendors and connections to make a beautiful, memorable celebration perfect!

I can't overemphasize how amazing Alison and Jonathan were. As someone who worries about…read moreeverything, I truly never imagined my wedding day could be as calm and carefree as it was. From the beginning, they asked thoughtful questions to understand our needs and wants better, took thorough notes, and many months later recalled and referenced even the smallest details that we had mentioned at our first meeting. They laid out timelines, kept track of contracts and budgets, the gave us a heads up on what we would be tackling next and when. I felt confident everything would come together at all times. There was never a frantic moment in the planning process. They knocked every vendor recommendation out of the park and never pushed us in any one direction and brought an element of calming reassurance to the whole process. They made everything so stress-free, and I felt like we were in such good hands the whole way through but especially on the day itself where they were both so present, calm, and helpful. I know people always say that something will go wrong on your wedding day and to just let go, but thanks to TKE I can honestly say nothing went wrong!

We hired AngiI to give us a hand with our son's graduation party. we were expecting about 65…read moreguests. When Angii arrived I was running around the house trying to make sure everything was ready, she told me to drop what I was doing and to get myself showered & ready and that she would get everything ready for our guests. The party flowed so smoothly! I was able to sit and talk with family and friends and even remembered to take pictures of the party since I wasn't busy running around. Angii kept the food area filled, the kitchen tidy & talked it up with my mom who no matter what we couldn't get her out of the kitchen :) When dessert time rolled around I was shocked, I haven't even thought or worried about cleaning up to get dessert ready. The dessert area looked great! Angii made our sons party so nice and easy for us to enjoy and she will definitely be our go to for future events.

Angii is amazing!!! We threw at 50+ people back yard party and I was looking for someone to make my…read morelife easy. Angii took care of EVERYTHING! We met and discussed menu and the space, and she took it from there! She did all of the shopping, arranged catering & a bartender (who was also amazing!) plus took care of all of the day-of set up and prep and clean up. Very organized and professional, I will 100% use her again in the future and would highly recommend :) :)

Whatever you do...BOOK THIS COMPANY!…read more Molly @ MR was our absolute hero. Sometimes, you meet someone you connect with instantly who is so genuine and kind, and you know you need them in your orbit. Our very first call with Molly was 5 months out from our wedding, and it was like breathing a huge sigh of relief. Wedding planning is hard and stressful work -- and there are so many timelines and articles on the internet telling you you are always behind on something. To have a friendly face on our team who was there support us, tell us we're doing great, give us our own PERSONAL timelines, coordinate with our vendors, be there for all of our questions -- was something we were so grateful to have. We booked their coordination package, and will never forget Molly saying that at 60 days out, their goal is for us to enjoy the days leading up to the wedding rather than feel stressed. You don't get those days back! That really stuck with us and rang true! On the day of the wedding, Molly and Mina were on top of everything. We saw them running around and working hard, but somehow Molly was always there when I turned around needed her for a hug, or a smile, or a tide pen, or a much needed glass of champagne. She is incredibly committed but also calm, cool and collected. If you're planning a wedding, you will be in the best hands with Modern Rebel. Not only do they get the job done, they do it all with a very genuine and personalized approach that is unmatched.

Top Takeaway: Our wedding day would not have been as particularly and perfectly us without Cait and…read moreChelsea at Modern Rebel. They took seriously our devotion to blending our families' cultures and history into the aesthetic and spirit of the day, and they found vendors who not only respected but celebrated that commitment in their own professional expertise and expert execution. Prep Process: Cait and Chelsea paced the wedding planning process so that we had enough time to consider every tiny detail without every choice being overwhelming. Their onboarding process ensures that every element is covered, including details we never even knew to consider. They developed a Trello workspace that mapped out every month, every task, and every question we would cover over the course of a year. Every time we had a question about the next step, Cait already had a spreadsheet, questionnaire, or form prepared to document and structure our next move. Investment and Value: The overwhelming abundance of wedding vendors is the biggest reason we sought a wedding planner. We needed a partner and a guide to interpret our desires and connect us with the best professionals who would not only align with but celebrate and enhance the vision for our wedding. Cait and Chelsea overdelivered. Their vendor matching process was thorough, considerate, creative, and responsive. From deep experience, they know who will really connect with you. It's not just a simple vibe match, it's finding people with an artistic practice that resonates with you - photographers, florists, musicians, stylists, stationers - and they understand how to take the amorphous desires of completely green people and translate them into concrete asks. They built an experience that was more than the sum of its parts. Creativity: Cait and Chelsea treated every out-of-left-field idea seriously and saw a way to add it to our vision while staying true to our mantra: warm, thoughtful, and cohesive. We joked about, among other things, a sweetheart bench instead of chairs for our table; an art installation that captured the "invisible strings of love" instead of a guest book; to incorporate bingo into our escort cards; to project a video on a massive wall for our grand entrance. In Cait and Chelsea's hands, every small wish became a reality. They took us seriously, asked "Why not?", and they made it happen in grander fashion than we could've fathomed.

Ara Farnam of Rock Paper Scissors provided day-of event styling for my restaurant wedding reception…read moreand she was terrific! A month before the wedding, we had a meeting with her and the restaurant owner for a tasting and to discuss the setup details. We were so happy she was there because she helped me understand the table setup logistics and she helped us choose the food we had served. Since I was on a budget, I purchased all of the decorations and set up the sample guest tables and welcome table on my dining room table at home, took pictures, and emailed them to her the week before the wedding. The morning of the reception, she arrived at the restaurant, received my decorations and floral arrangements from the messenger service and styled the room to perfection! It was amazing how calm I felt that morning because I knew Ara had the decorating covered. Ara is extremely talented, professional, and warm. She was there to greet me when I arrived at the restaurant and even put the boutonniere on my husband's suit jacket. She is definitely a great person to work with and I recommend her to anyone that needs any kind of event styling. She offers different event styling packages to suit different budgets. My wedding was a success thanks to Ara! Can't wait to work with her again!! Maybe for my anniversary party!

Ara and Paul are my go-to NYC event team - I will be hiring them again in the future. Worked with…read morethem in 2016 for a media event in Brooklyn; they were able to transform the site into a gorgeous space with amazing floral arrangements and great pricing. Definitely recommend!

Choosing Dulce Dreams as my wedding planning service was hands down THE BEST decision I made…read moreregarding my wedding. From the start to finish, Dulce Dreams went above and beyond to meet my every desire as a bride. From vendor meetings, to suggestions on decor elements and such, I always felt like I had a valuable resource at my side. I truly appreciated Dulce Dreams for their professionalism and flawless execution of my wedding day. It was quite simply- flawless. The wedding planner Ashley made me feel so comfortable from the start and I felt like she truly took time to listen and see through my vision. It came to a point where it felt like Ashley knew more about my wedding than I did. Every minor little detail was handled and addressed. I can't thank Dulce Dreams enough. You will thank your lucky stars if you choose to work with this vendor.

At first I had a very stressful time looking for a wedding planner. Planning a wedding is…read morestressful, spending more money than you have ever spent on a single day is overwhelming! I didn't know exactly what a wedding planner did or if I needed one. Trust me you need a wedding planner especially Ashley! My husband and I refer to her as our angel, she made every stressful moment melt away. Ashley basically choreographs the evening from beginning to end, she makes sure everything gets delivered on time, staff is present, wedding favors, decorations, guestbook, polaroid cameras everything is accounted for. She makes sure the place settings are perfect that all name tags are in the right spot at the right table, that my husband and I are comfortable the entire night and that guests have everything they need. What doesn't she do? She starts planning with you months in advance, she gave us a timeline with due dates so we knew what we needed to be accountable for, I loved this. On your wedding day she is the first one there and the last one to leave making sure everything gets broken down swept up and left cleaner than you found it. I was so nervous the day of my wedding I forgot to bring my vows she had them printed on site. She was available at all times throughout the planning process. I was late in the game to find a dress and she came with me so I didn't have to go alone. We were in the heart of Brooklyn running around in the rain and we found my dream dress. I can't say enough great things about her, she is just a real down to earth hard working woman who is smart, sweet, and the kind of person you want to have at your side when you want your day to be perfect. She is very organized, has a great understanding of where to go based on the style of dress you're looking for, has great recommendations for veils, flowers, music, photography, really anything you need. A few times I was worried about sticking within my budget and she was very helpful to research with me in order to stick to that. Our wedding was non-traditional and she was perfectly in line with whatever we wanted to do. She encouraged us to make the day 100% about us, which really helped in the decision making process. After all was said and done I gained a friend from the whole experience. I would highly recommend Ashley to anyone that wants to work with someone that has complete devotion and passion for what they do. She is the best, hurry up and book her...I promise every decision you make after that will be a piece of cake.