As the MOB living in Connecticut, when my daughter let me know that she wanted to get married in…read morethe mountains of Colorado my first thought was panic! How was I going to help her plan a wedding that was not in her hometown in Connecticut? We definitely needed a planner to help. We interviewed several planners and my daughter and now son-in-law felt that Casey was the only one we interviewed that spent the time to get to know them and find out what they wanted in their vision of a wedding verses just telling them all the services they provide. Casey was asking how they met, what they liked to do in their free time and what was the vibe they were going for with the wedding. I felt confident that Casey would help them plan a wedding that was perfect for THEM. I wanted to be included in the planning process and Casey had no problem with this so I would be conferenced in on any calls and looped in on all the emails. Casey was very patient throughout the planning process from the number of site visits she went on to find the perfect venue to answering all the little questions we had. Casey helped us find the perfect venue that fit all the characteristics the B+G explained to her in the initial interview. At first, we signed up for "day of" planning because of expense but added the "full service" planning when we decided the venue we chose would end up being like a destination wedding where no guest lived locally so the whole weekend needed to be planned from Friday through Sunday. I am so glad we did this because Casey stepped right in and helped us with all the details! Casey is very organized and helped keep the B+G on schedule with their tasks so it never seemed overwhelming throughout the whole planning process. She recommended some great vendors! Casey went through each contract to make sure all contracts were good even before forwarding them to me to review and kept me on schedule with payments needed for all vendors so I never missed a payment. Casey was great with communication and would often answer an email on her day off even though I didn't expect an answer right away. I think Casey really excelled with logistics and design so when the time came, the wedding was flawless! All of our guests commented on how well everything came together and how beautiful the wedding was. The weekend of the wedding was amazing, the B+G and I showed up and were allowed to be just guests for the whole weekend! We did not need to worry about a thing because Casey and Jessica handled everything! It turned out better than I could have imagined! I did not find out about a problem that happened during the weekend until after the brunch when my sister let me know that she was having such trouble with the altitude right before the ceremony that Casey got her some oxygen and set her up in a place to see the ceremony where she did not have to walk. I did not even notice that this was going on. There was no doubt that Casey did not want the B+G nor me to be troubled with anything over the weekend and what a joy that was to not have that stress! When first interviewing planners I thought they were, as a whole, expensive and was a little worried with the cost of them, however, I can honestly say Casey and Aspen & Ivy are well worth the expense! Casey, I really enjoyed working with you. I felt that through the process you became more of a friend than vendor we had contracted! We definitely could not have pulled off such a beautiful event without you!

I want to highly recommend Casey Muller and Pink Diamond events. We worked with Casey for almost…read moretwo years to plan the party of our lifetime. It was a celebration of our 70th birthdays and the completion of the personal goal of hiking all the National Parks. We worked closely with Casey to plan a weekend event that included multiple meals, nightly entertainment and daily activities for 120 people, Casey is extremely organized and kept my husband and I on task by helping with an ongoing list of chores, dates and goals. She gently advised us on everything including, caterers, food, alcohol, flowers, and invitations. During the weekend Casey worked behind the scenes to make sure everything ran perfectly. We were particularly impressed when she was the last one to bed because she was running the vacuum at night to make sure the space was in perfect order for Saturday breakfast. This is the very first time we've ever used a party planner and we are so glad we did. Three months later our friends are still raving about the weekend and how well organized it was. It did help that we had the party at Estes Park on a glorious fall weekend. Casey didn't plan that. If you are planning a wedding, a family reunion, or a birthday party and looking for some an event planner who is organized, well-connected, and at a reasonable price, Pink Diamond Party Events should be your very first call.

I'm lucky enough to be invited to catered events at work. It's fun trying new caterers. Not sure…read moreabout this one. The delivery was late so I didn't get to eat before the event since I had to prepare my presentation. The food was average. Eggs didn't seem fresh and the potatoes were really dry. The sausage was ok and the bacon really greasy. Not one of the better caterers I've tried. Perhaps an off day for them.

We just used Modern Catering for back-to-back shoots and couldn't be more pleased with the quality…read moreof their food and their incredible customer service. Amy and Lena went above and beyond for us. We never had to ask them for a thing because they were always one step ahead. Plus, they were an absolute delight to hang out with, which is especially important on those long days. We can't wait to use them again in the future.

Meagan at Bliss Florist was an absolute GEM to work with for our wedding this September. From the…read morevery beginning, she was kind, thoughtful, and friendly. I had no prior knowledge of flowers whatsoever, but my wife and I were able to share our Pinterest boards with her and discuss them with her right then and there over the phone in real time, while she helped us put into words what we could not. Within a few days, she put together a proposal that contained visuals (so important and convenient for those of us who do not speak flower!) as well as written descriptions, and worked tirelessly with us to the get the proposal to a number that fit within our budget. She also accommodated our vision with rentals including flameless candles and candelabras which were actually less expensive than I thought they would be. Before our first phone call, I was worried that our wedding decor might be all over the place/not cohesive, but Meagan reassured me that our vision sounded amazing and she totally understood the direction we were going in. By the end of that call, I felt more calm and collected than I had in months of wedding planning. And the day of? Let's just say I was not disappointed. I am still in shock and awe at how beautiful our bouquets were, and our tabletops and archway were STUNNING thanks to Meagan and her team. Bliss created the exact ambience we were going for, at a price we could afford. If I had a do-over, I would choose Bliss again, and again, and again.

Kalli at Bliss was wonderful. She promptly answered all calls and emails, has a great work ethic…read moreand attitude, and the flower arrangements were stunning.

Best arrangement I've ever received. Fresh and hand delivered. I wasn't home at the time and she…read morecalled to see if I wanted her to leave them or come back later. Highly recommend!

I contacted Fanciful over the weekend while most of Estes Park's florists were closed. They…read morecommunicated quickly and clearly and were able to accommodate getting flowers to my wife at Camp Cheley the next day, Monday. My wife loved the flowers and I saw a picture of them and they fully met my expectations and were exactly what Fanciful said they would be. Fanciful was easy to work with, quick to respond and deliver. Thank you!

Jessica was wonderful to work with! She was friendly and professional and helped me plan a great…read moreevent. She even went out of her way to come up with a contract for my venue when they didn't have one in place. She went above and beyond to make sure the menu selection was exactly what I wanted and that we had everything in writing so both parties were covered. She was always very attentive and great at communicating with me about everything. I would highly recommend Great Minds Event Planning! With her positive attitude and ability to take care of business, this girl is going places!

From the owner: We specialize in planning the details of weddings, meetings, and celebrations. Our assistance…read moreallows our couples to stay within their budget, connect with friends/family, and enjoy the experience of creating a memory.

Emily is amazing. Her last name is Jolly and she surely exemplified happiness in our regular…read morecommunication. She thought of everything: Last minute tweaks that were necessary due to shipments not arriving, dealing with abrasive family members (with a smile), and making sure timelines were on track without being too pushy. If you're looking for someone to get the job done but still remain polite, poise and sweet, Emily & her team are your girls! Emily - I hope you never stop wearing your rose colored glasses. Thanks for not losing sight of what a wedding is truly about - LOVE.

First of all anyone that is apprehensive about hiring a day of coordinator for their own wedding…read more. stop, just hire Jolly Events! I am the most type A, list maker, over planner to the max personality and I am still so glad we used Emily and her team! Having them there to handle the stress of the day made the event flow seamlessly and wet without a hitch! Using Jolly events for our wedding was nothing short of a godsend--everything was taken care of by Emily and her team from start to finish. Emily was able to suggest some great vendors and had a never ending list of industry contacts. I was really impressed with the great communication between Emily and her staff: Jessica and Courtney--they were able to coordinate setting out plates, bussing items around the venue, rearranging the seats and tables for us at the end of the ceremony, and made sure our guests were well taken care of. Our day was immeasurably improved by employing Jolly events. Absolutely 10/10 recommendation--we would definitely use them again and have recommended them to friends and family.

A Spice of Life Catering was exceptional. From the start, it was clear this team truly cares about…read moredelivering a great experience. Emily, the Director of Sales and Senior Event Specialist, helped us build a thoughtful and delicious menu. The attention to detail, flexibility, and communication throughout planning made a huge difference. Quinn, the office manager, made the payment process smooth and simple. On event day, everything was flawless. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and guests couldn't stop talking about how good it was. The entire team was professional, kind, and efficient from setup to cleanup. I've worked with many caterers, and this was by far the best experience. Highly recommend.

I have hired Spice of Life 3 times for parties, the latest being a Halloween Party. The food is…read morealways delicious, and the guests all commented on how great it was! The caterers that come to prepare the food and clean up are always very professional and the best! We recently had Jen and Kim, and we enjoyed them so much. Thank you so much!!

I have used Allison and Balloon Art by Merry Makers for all of my kids' graduation parties; both…read morehigh school and college. She does an amazing job, very reliable, and the balloon designs are amazing. I highly recommend them for all of your celebrations!

Alison does an amazing job with her balloon art. She can transform the most mundane into an other…read moreworld experience. The creativity is unmatched. Would highly recommend for your party, work event or even a simple arrangement, which will be anything but simple.

As the Father of the Bride, Lionscrest Manor was money well spent…read more Shannon and Emily and their team were FANTASTIC. The venue was spotless, the view was beautiful. They were very personable, and the place was family friendly. We had 90 people in attendance. With no impact on the 5 star rating, in hindsight, I would cap the number of 9 person tables at perhaps 8. This would give more people an unobstructed view of the bride and groom (2 large stanchions) as well as create a larger dance floor area. But, when the bride gets 90 yes RSVPs, what's a Dad gonna do? Elsewhere on site, more than enough space for people to mingle, drink at the well situated bar area, and play lawn games. I totally recommend this venue.

The venue is beautiful, wonderful view, very attentive staff!…read more Enjoyed being a guest.

Good food, great cause, and friendly people! They have vegetarian options. There's often someone…read moreplaying live music there.

This is a great nonprofit concept with delicious and healthy food choices and a cozy dining room.read more