In 2017, my husband and I were looking for a wedding planner to take away the stress of the big day and went to Yelp, hoping we'd find someone. We messaged the Harmonious Events team, not expecting much of a response, but they responded quickly and were incredibly friendly, inviting us to their home.
Prior to meeting, my husband and I talked, and agreed that we wouldn't rush into any decisions before meeting with other planners. That changed as soon as they opened their doors. They welcomed us with open arms; literally, they hugged us, they offered water and Starbucks coffee and made us feel less like strangers and more like family. They listened to every idea we had for the wedding throughout the meeting, and had solutions for everything we asked for the wedding. They worked with our budget and helped us come up with an incredibly reasonable payment plan. It made the entire planning experience incredibly easy and stress-free since we knew we were getting everything we wanted. We walked out knowing we didn't need to meet with anyone else. Over the next three years, the process blossomed into a friendship. We watched their family grow and seen their business evolve, yet their mindfulness of our questions never waivered. No matter the time of day, we could text them and have a question answered quickly. We had so many meetings, all accommodating around our school schedule.
We found our gem of a venue tucked away in the heart of Uptown Whittier, and my husband and I knew immediately that this is the place where we had to say "I do." Everything about The Artisan took our breath away, from the exposed brick wall and black stairway, to the venue's urban industrial style, to the stringed lights and the fantastic patio deck. Yet, The Artisan has gotten only better with time, with hanging lights and a beautiful separate Groom and Bridal suite, filled with amenities by the Harmonious team like cold drinks, TVs, and Bluetooth speakers. Despite COVID, once my husband and I decided that no pandemic would stop us from finally getting married after 11 years together, the Harmonious team was ready and willing to be there for us. They made every possible decision to keep themselves and our family safe.
Cass and the Harmonious team were there early in the morning, ready to decorate and set up for our big day. Cass is such a diligent worker that she pulled double duty that day, working as one of our photographers, and coordinating her team, while Gil worked for another couple that same day. Cass made sure to make me feel special that day by telling me beforehand that if there was anything that I needed, all I needed to do was text her, and she would be there for me. And the same goes for my husband, who said Cass or her team were always around in the Groom Suite and checking on him to make him feel comfortable. The moment finally came, and the ceremony was breathtaking. Every little detail that the team worked on was indeed an incredible sight. The floral arrangements that their team had for us were astonishing. They made boutonnieres for the guys, gorgeous bouquets for the ladies, corsages for the moms, and a magnificent wedding bouquet for myself. After the ceremony, the Harmonious team had a cocktail hour for our guests while she took my new husband and me around the venue to get some fantastic pictures. The food that day was sensational. The appetizers were great and the dinner was spectacular. The best part of the night was that the Harmonious staff made my husband and I our own special dish; we shared a tasteful pizza and fries, a staple of our relationship. The sweets table was such a delight; people enjoyed tasty doughnuts, cupcakes, and cake that were delectable. The bartenders worked so wonderfully that night and made sure our guests were satisfied. The DJ worked with us to make sure every musical detail was filled that night, from grand entrances, to garter tosses, bouquet tosses, and our first dance. At the end of the night, once all the guests had left, we stayed and chatted for almost two hours with the team. We talked about how beautiful the day was, how far we've come as friends, fun moments throughout the night. Every worker that day laughed and giggled with us. They all became family by the end of the night.
Finally, I must say, choosing the Harmonious Events team will change your life. Every single person we've come in contact with on their team have been the most friendly people we've ever met. Aside from decorations, coordination, and the stress-free wedding day, the number one service you get with Harmonious Events is extraordinary hospitality, care and love. Instead of feeling like just another couple, you quickly become more than that. You become members of the extensive and loved Harmonious family. My new husband and I are honored to have worked with everyone and are grateful to have them bless our marriage. Five stars will never be enough. Thank you, Harmonious Events. We love you!