I went with my sister and mom for a wedding dress try on appointment. We had a blast…read more My sister and mom ended up going back and my sister found her dress. It's stunning! Denise is a wonderful person and has a great sense of humor. We were laughing and having a blast the whole time. She also knows her stuff and has a keen eye. I'd recommend The Persnickety Bride to anyone looking to find their wedding dress.

If I could give this review five more stars, I absolutely would!…read more The Persnickety Bride has been a dream from start to finish. As a curvier bride, I was definitely intimidated to start wedding dress shopping because of the sizing industry, but Denise and her team completely changed that for me. They were so welcoming, so kind, and honestly made the whole experience fun instead of stressful. When I went to try on dresses, I ended up finding my dream dress! Their selection is beautiful, thoughtfully curated, and not at all overwhelming. The boutique itself feels homey and personal, which made the experience even more special. From the very beginning, everyone I worked with went above and beyond. Cecile helped me find my dress, and Emmy guided me when I picked it up and chose my veil--they were both absolutely wonderful. Patient, kind, and genuinely excited for me, they made the process so smooth and enjoyable. I cannot recommend The Persnickety Bride enough to any bride--whether you're in Fairfield, New Haven, Putnam County, or even farther away, this is worth the trip. You simply won't find a better experience than this one!

I do not know where to begin with Jacqueline and Darryl. As the groom, my Involvement did not much…read moreexceed the food tasting and tux fitting. To be honest, I was pretty useless. However, as the groom, I absolutely did not have to endure a 'bridezilla.' Jacqueline and Darryl were the primary factors for this. Jacqueline was at every dress fitting, and the bridal shower. She helped form the strategic plan, but was on point with the smallest of details. The contacts they had for every imaginable service made planning a breeze. Although they are very busy (for obvious reasons), they promptly replied to every email, text message and phone call. They went above and beyond to serve as referee, counselor, mediator, and fixer. I cannot accurately describe how reassuring it is having a go-to (or two) to put out any fires or better yet, prevent them before they started. For brides-to-be, you will not find a better planner with more solid contacts in the industry. For grooms, cut the check! In retrospect I would have paid triple what they charged for the quality of life and piece of mind leading up to the events, and for the smile on the face of my beautiful bride on the day of. Stop searching, you have found your people!

I cannot recommend Jacque and Lifetime Events by Jacqueline highly enough! From start to finish,…read moreJacque went above and beyond to create an unforgettable winter ski getaway and an incredible 50th birthday celebration at Whiteface Lodge. Every detail was handled with precision and care--from crafting a daily itinerary of winter activities like skiing, ice skating, and dogsledding, to orchestrating a spectacular birthday bash complete with shuttle service for guests, stunning décor, catering for food and beverages, a fantastic DJ, photographer, and even fun photo booths. The list of what she managed is endless! What truly stood out was Jacque's professionalism and calm confidence throughout the entire process. Even when things were uncertain, she never wavered. Jacque made me feel completely supported, as if I had a trusted partner who always had my back. Her ability to anticipate needs, solve problems quickly, and keep everything running smoothly ensured that I could relax and enjoy every moment knowing I was in good hands. If you're looking for someone who combines creativity, organization, and grace under pressure, Jacque at Lifetime Events by Jacqueline is the one. She turned my vision into reality and exceeded every expectation. I am beyond grateful for her hard work and dedication! Thank you Jacque!! Keisha Grant-Heslop

By far the best party planner I've worked with! Shiran and his team are kind, fun and professional…read morefrom A to Z. He put together the most amazing weekend 40th birthday party for me to celebrate with friends and family, including many who traveled internationally to be here. We had live entertainment, catering, balloon art, decor including some extra furniture and a beautiful bar full of both cocktails and mocktails. We loved the live music for the first day and then Shiran brought in one of his DJs for the last night of festivity so we got to dance the night away. I can't say enough - we loved talking with him to plan all the details and hear his ideas and we were blown away by the actual weekend. Thanks so much Shiran and co.!

From the owner: We create occasions to remember.... For two decades…read moreNicholson Events has organized and planned hundreds of celebrations with elegance and sophistication. Event planning is what we do. With offices in New York City & Fairfield County CT, we plan events of all types including weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate events, fundraisers, political functions and bespoke events. We support you in realizing your dream event, focusing on the grand and minute details that will make your event truly memorable for both you and your guests. Let Nicholson Events organize your most important event "One of New York's Best for Event Planning & Entertainment" We are a boutique company and are fortunate enough to work with the best clientele in New York City, Westchester County, The Hamptons and Fairfield County CT. We have a personal stake in each and every event we do. We get the majority of our business from word of mouth and recommendations. Our reputation with our clients is the lifeline of our company.

Deborah Minarik came highly recommended to us by Crossing Midnight, our wedding band who we trust…read moreimmensely. From the minute we reached out to Deborah in June of 2020, we knew we needed to work with her. She was unbelievably responsive, but most of all kind and compassionate. Within 20 minutes of speaking with her, we immediately booked her for Day of Coordinator services for our May 1, 2021 wedding. Throughout Fall 2020 and Winter 2021, Deborah continued to be responsive and listen to our worries and concerns. When we made the decision to proceed with a 50-person "micro wedding" on May 1, 2021 and postpone our 300-person reception to March 2022, Deborah was right there to assure us that everything would work out. Leading up to May 1st, we were assigned Kristin as our Day of Coordinator. Kristin met with us and helped to organize our wedding day itinerary, which still involved a decent amount of logistics even though we were still only having 50 people. She followed up with all of our vendors leading up to May 1st to confirm details and timing, as well. Both Deborah and Kristin showed up at our rehearsal on April 30th and even though we were meeting them in person for the first time, it felt like we had known them for years. They were prepared and knew the details of our mass in and out. On the morning of May 1st, Kristin texted us when she was on her way and asked if we needed any last minute items. As soon as she arrived, though, is when we saw the value of having the Deborah Minarik team with us in action. Kristin swooped in and ensured that every single detail (big and small) was handled accordingly. She checked in on the groom, dads and groomsmen to make sure they were all ready, made sure the bride, moms and bridesmaids had all eaten enough and set up all accessories for detailed photos. Kristin worked closely with our photographer and videographer throughout the day to make sure that every photo we wanted was taken and even held the cathedral veil and train throughout countless photos to ensure the perfect shot was taken. When we arrived at our venue, Kristin checked to make sure everything had been set up as requested. She even went to great lengths to find a banner we thought had gone missing and needed for a picture, and even offered to drive back to the hotel to get it (thankfully it ended up being under the sweetheart table). Not once during the day, did we stress about logistics. Kristin was a calming presence and we were so lucky to have her with us. Having her there throughout the day allowed us to be worry-free and truly enjoy every single moment. Hiring Deborah and her team was one of the best decisions we made and we are so thankful that we'll get to work with them again in March 2022. We highly recommend booking them ASAP!

Janet was incredible before and at our wedding. Not only did a friend of ours who is also getting…read moremarried soon ask us for her info while we were still at the wedding, but even the bridal attendant at our venue said that Janet was wonderful, which was especially meaningful to us since she also told us that often the day-of coordinator and bridal attendant end up stepping on each other's toes a bit, which was not at all the case here. She kept everything and everybody on track, and there wasn't even the slightest hiccup of any kind throughout the entire day. Our parents initially weren't entirely on board with the idea of a day-of coordinator, but relented after the day went so smoothly. We were all able to fully enjoy the wedding, and be guests at our own party!

My wife, youngest son and his fiancé attended a bridal boutique here April in an effort to find a…read morewedding venue for their upcoming September wedding. We were all pretty impressed with both the food samplings as well as the beautiful grounds both indoor and out. Needless to say, they made the choice of booking their venue very easy.

Here for a work conference and I was pleasantly surprised with the food and service. The grounds…read moreand interior are nice but the chairs could be a little bit more comfortable.

The most beautiful arrangement, and Cyrus was a pleasure to work with! I highly recommend The…read moreFlowerfall if you're in the Westport area.

Cyrus has a knack for putting together the most incredible arrangements. The different colors and…read moretextures are a testament to how special his talents really are.

I hired Impressive Catering for food and bar service at my wedding and highly recommend them to…read moreanyone planning a wedding or special event - especially if you're managing guests with dietary restrictions. All of our food was delicious! I may be bias but it was the best food I've eaten at a wedding and our guests all agreed. They really went above and beyond. Their staff is fabulous! So many of our guests commented on how friendly the servers and bar tenders were. David was fantastic to work with. Beyond the usual planning, we live in CA but had our wedding in CT and the distance was no issue with our plans. I can't recommend Impressive Catering enough!!! I'd give more than 5 stars if I could.

I can't express enough how wonderful Tea Kettle Catering was for our party. Highly recommend them…read more David the owner was extremely responsive as I was planning for my husband's surprise 40th party. We did a lobster bake and David and Kara were amazing. Everyone said the food was excellent and the service was delightful. I didn't have to do a thing!! They set up everything, served everything and cleaned it all up and packed and stored all the leftovers in our fridge. They made it so simple and easy for me so that I could enjoy the party. They even served all the kids their dinner too and were so great with the kids. I will definitely use them again! Great food and great service.

We have had the pleasure of working with Pondsoup for multiple years. They are creative, timely…read moreand always trying to put forth great work. Highly recommend them!

From the owner: pondSoup is a brand building creative services agency. We are experts in Brand Identities & Logo…read moreDesign, Graphic Design, Website Design & Development, Digital Marketing, Copywriting & Content Development, and Brand Strategy. Branding pondSoup creates logos and brand identities that convey the mission of your business. Our logo designs stick in your audiences minds and become trusted friends, and our brand messaging tells your story, in your company's voice. Graphic Design Chances are, you've been handed a business card designed by pondSoup, seen a billboard created by our designers, driven past vehicles bearing our wraps, or seen an in-store display we created. We're pros, and we've been doing it a long time. Websites We offer website design and development services utilizing WordPress and other major platforms. Our responsive websites perform across devices, and allow you to stand out from the competition. We're also experts at e-commerce development and ADA website compliance. Digital Marketing Digital marketing techniques such as SEO; SEM; content, e-commerce, social media, e-mail, and in-bound marketing; and display advertising, are becoming ubiquitous. It's a lot to consider. pondSoup can determine and implement what will work for you. Copywriting We believe in the power of words. Good writing, whether brand messaging, copywriting, web content, or email campaigns, helps an audience understand what a brand is offering, and encourages them to react.