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!

I am not sure of our drivers names unfortunately but the entire process was seamless! From the…read morefirst call, to meeting at multiple wedding showcases to me changing times and locations for pickups every single person I interacted with was so pleasant and helpful! Our driver for the day was so awesome; funny, on time, patient and caring as I was so nervous arriving to the ceremony, helped me out of the limo and gave me a quick pep talk and then was so fun on our way to our venue after with great tips and stories and even taught me how to open a champagne bottle for me and my husband to open on our way!! Blessed to have had a smooth and literal transition on my special day and look forward to recommending and also using them again for future events!!! August 8th three village inn wedding - whoever drove us give him a raise!!!!

We used Mark of Elegance for transportation on our wedding day and we can't recommend this company…read moreenough and our driver Chris did a fantastic job. Mark's team helped us find the exact type of vehicle we were looking for. On our wedding day Chris was early and helped keep our party on schedule. The limo was stocked with plenty of cold drinks, cups and bluetooth to help us have a fun ride. Chris even helped us move flowers from Church to the reception hall. Once again thank you to Mark of Elegance and our driver Chris for their excellent service and we highly recommend them for weddings or any other occasions.

Hiring Shirley as our day coordinator was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We had…read morea big wedding with 250 guests and I was anxious all the way up to the day of the wedding, but I was surprised by how much fun we ended up having at our wedding. I would say one big reason is because of Shirley who was there with us every step of the day. I knew I wanted a day of coordinators who are not only bilingual, but also know the Chinese wedding customs. We had many Chinese guests and family members who did not speak English, and this was the first wedding of parents from both sides. I wanted to make sure we have a good time, and our parents are also well taken care of since we will be too busy to tend to them. We had all our vendors booked before hiring Shirley so we booked the classic package. For this package, Shirley started working with us about 6 weeks before the wedding. She introduced herself to our vendors and made sure they had the itinerary before the wedding, attended zoom meeting with us when requested, and she was quick to respond to our requests and questions. Our wedding included elements from both Chinese and Western weddings, it was a 14-hour day including getting ready, gatecrashing, two tea ceremonies, photoshoots, a first look, ceremony, a quick first dance practice, receptions, and three dress changes (7a-11 pm)! With so much to do, we had a tight itinerary, and Shirley made sure the right people was at the right place at the right time so we are on schedule. She communicated with our wedding party on what's next on the itinerary, and guided our parents through the itinerary. Shirley did a mini rehearsal with our parents for the ceremony and reception introduction on the day, and made sure they were there to see our first look through the window without interrupting our own moments. We highly recommend Shirley to anyone who is looking for a wedding planner or day-of coordinator.

Shirley is an amazing wedding planner! She had so many connections and knew what would work with…read moreour's and our families' vision. We did not know exactly what a Chinese and Vietnamese wedding fusion would look like and Shirley had some valuable experience to guide us. She was very honest and told us right off the bat if something wasn't going to work and how we could work around it. She did not pressure us to use her floral and decorating company, Jelo, but we did because it was so beautiful and flexible. She is very accommodating and knowledgeable about the wedding industry. Without her, we could not have planned our wedding so beautifully and although it was mentally draining to plan the wedding, Shirley definitely took a load off! Definitely consider hiring her if you are planning an Asian wedding!

Martha is absolutely amazing! She is so thoughtful with all her ideas and really takes the time to…read morego over all details! She was so kind and helpful throughout my wedding planning process as well as bridal/ baby showers. And the results were BEAUTIFUL , original , and EXACTLY what my vision was. I can not recommend martha enough- overall a wonderful experience each time!

Martha was absolutely wonderful. From the start, she was attentive, organized and went above and…read morebeyond to how I envisioned the florals on my big day. She was easy to follow up when I had forgotten and very communicative during the times details needed to be finalized. When I was indecisive, she always knew where to step in and provided the perfect solution. We played around with the ideas of rose petal holders and a huge bow for our reserved seats during the ceremony, and she custom made them for me!! A huge perk as well is that she has a diverse inventory of decor that added the cherry on top to the ambiance of our venue. The dedication and passion she has towards her work is inspiring. At the end of the day, she cares how you feel about every decision you're making which made it easy for us to trust that everything would turn out beautiful. When we look back on our wedding day, it wouldn't have been half as perfect as it turned out if we didn't book Belle Petal Events.

I was very skeptical about hiring of a day of coordinator at the beginning but what a great…read moredecision to move forward with Tara. Tara boxed everything off exactly how we imagined and managed the day perfectly as well as coordination the week prior. She was always accessible and extremely kind to all our guests and vendor yet assertive and efficient. Would highly recommend.

If you want to have a hassle free event, call Tara!!! I was all prepared to do it all myself, but…read morewas advised to GET HELP! We had two events in a row... We had our daughter's wedding ceremony for 75 people in our backyard on a Friday night, and her celebration party in Williamsburg (at the W Loft with 125 people) on Saturday night. We rented everything from tables to silverware, trees to LED lights, for both nights. The details seemed infinite and were something I really would not have handled well during my daughter's wedding/celebration parties. Tara was on top of everything and I never turned into Momzilla! Thanks, Tara, for making our events easy, wonderful, and chock full of only great memories!!

Grace Kelly events were the best planners we could have ever asked for. They were so attentive, on…read moretop of it, caring, and excited about our special day! We worked with Amanda, Andi, and Joy - from the beginning they were thinking of things I had never thought of to ensure our wedding was as perfect as possible. They also were so organized the day of, we absolutely couldn't have had such successful events without them. They were available for countless calls and dealt with any issues with the utmost grace. Would recommend them to anyone, and special thanks for making our wedding day so incredible!

We hired GKE to be our day-of coordinators and had an amazing experience! We worked with Amanda and…read moreAndi, who were both truly superb. They did EVERYTHING, and I mean everything, to make our wedding as stress-free and smooth as possible. A short list of everything they did included: meeting with us by phone multiple times in the months leading up to our wedding; helping us create our day-of timeline; coordinated with all of our vendors in the final month before our wedding; transporting items to and from our venue on the day of; setting up centerpieces and other items; running back to our hotel when I forgot my dress socks and watch; and who knows what else behind-the-scenes! The amount of stress that Amanda and Andi lifted off of our shoulders was immeasurable and invaluable; we could not have had such a successful day without them! They somehow manage to do it all without us having to worry at all about hiccups, snafus, or drama of any kind. Beyond that, both of them are wonderful people who are kind, easy to get along with, and extremely supportive. We loved all of our vendors but Amanda and Andi have a special place in our hearts - we can't imagine what we would have done without them. Thank you both so much!!!

SED did an Amazing job helping me plan my husband's surprise 30th birthday. Kay was delightful and…read morea pleasure to work with. She is professional and easy to collaborate with. She has terrific ideas and takes what the client wants into consideration. My husband was surprised and loved the work that she did to make his birthday extra special. I would HIGHLY recommend Signature Event Design to plan your next event. I will be using them again!

From the owner: Signature Event Design, LLC (SED), specializes in unique and creative event planning. Whether…read moreyou're planning your special day, a blowout birthday bash, graduation party, baby shower, or a momentous anniversary, we can help you design and plan your one of a kind celebration. Your special celebration should be a reflection of you, and Signature Event Design wants to bring all those details to life. Signature Event Design puts great care and attention into coming up with the perfect mix of all the details' the invitations, the cocktails, the music, the flowers and the menu. If you can imagine it, Signature Event Design can make your party idea a reality, handling every aspect from planning to execution. Please contact us to discuss for pricing for your social occasion.

I've been fortunate to work with Danielle as the florist for several of her weddings and events in…read morerecent years. A wedding planner is very much the "team captain" and leads the group of vendors throughout the planning process, making sure we're all providing our very best for the clients wants and needs. The events I've worked on with DCE have definitely been some of my favorites in recent years and I can't wait for more!

From the owner: Welcome to Danielle Caldwell Events, where I specialize in crafting unforgettable weddings in New…read moreYork. With a deep passion for exceptional event experiences, I work closely with each client to understand their unique vision. By combining energetic collaboration with expert wedding design and coordination, I ensure that every detail reflects your desires. Let's create an award-winning wedding that truly represents you. I strive to deliver unparalleled customer care, surpassing expectations from initial planning through your wedding day. My passion lies in transforming your vision into a timeless, distinctive reality. I work closely with each client, dedicating personalized attention as I limit my focus to ten clients per season. My services encompass Full-Service Wedding Planning and Design and Partial Planning and Design.

Jenny, Tiffany and team were AMAZING! Great communication- always there to support and answer any…read morequestions you may have and did their best to make the wedding planning as seamless and stressful as much as possible. Danny our decorator also did an amazing job with putting our vision into reality on our big night. Me and my family 10000000% recommend!!!!

Reviewing as Bridesmaid. The service is very quick and they're good at tailoring all dresses to the…read morebrides size if needed except if the dress is way too small. Although there's limited options for bridesmaid colors and styles so if you have a lot (more than 3) of bridesmaids I don't recommend this place. They don't expect tips every time you come. Also they're pretty good on time as well as having someone serve only us and not have other customers there. The makeup artist that did the bride's makeup had amazing skills and also followed the bride throughout her wedding ceremony to touch up as well as change makeup style with the different outfits she rented. The photographer from thus studio really helped us loosen up and have fun while taking pictures together. My dress was too tight on the day of the wedding and they allowed me to switch out to a looser dress last minute. I don't know what the price was but the bride told me it was a more budget friendly option and it included everything in the package. Just need to book appointments to come in every time and no walk-ins allowed. Also they didn't all speak Cantonese which made it a little harder to communicate. Only one person spoke English well enough to communicate with. It's best to speak mandarin which I and 1 other bridesmaid couldn't really.

Had a breezy experience setting up the food order with Eliscia. She answered every question and…read moregave great feedback to the options we chose to cater our housewarming party. Food arrived on time, friendly and delicious. Thank you for making this whole process so easy. Couldn't recommend them more!

Had Christmas dinner catered by Foodies Cafe - Rich and his staff provided exceptional food and…read moreservice - highly recommended!!