My wedding was done by Wendy Raab from 4Rave reviews and it was an incredible event. She provided…read morethe best location in DC and hotel Sofitel and a famous Georgetown photographer. She has access to all the best sources including catering and all details like stationery, flowers etc. If you want her to do calligraphy she will and she can mail your invites and it's beautiful and flawless. She is onsite at the event to make it an elegant upscale and memorable event. She is like an orchestra conductor seemlessly pulling it all together. Please invite Wendy to do your Wedding, Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah or any special event with class!

Event Planner, Wendy Raab, of Rave Reviews....is a gem. Hiring her was the smartest thing I could…read morehave ever done and was a great gift to myself...no stress. While respecting our budget, Wendy listened to what my daughter wanted for her wedding and made it happen. She had creative ideas, she had vendors (eager to work with Wendy) who gave us their best work at reasonable fees...from florists, to photographers, dance bands, invitation specialists...my mind swims thinking about all the details that were involved in pulling it all together and I, MOB, had nothing to worry about but enjoy this special time with my daughter. Wendy was with us every step of the way...and was there throughout the wedding and reception.... She was our voice of reason when we needed one. She told my husband and I what was important to spend money on and where we could save. The result...a wedding that looked 3 times more expensive than it was, a very happy Bride and Groom, and relaxed rested Parents who had a wonderful time. Wendy was so pleasant and FUN to work with. She was extremely professional, very positive, always calm, and confident. Our guests are still talking about how magical the venue was - Wendy took an ordinary ball room and transformed it into cascading flowers, floating crystals, candle light, guests dancing into the night, and a wedding that my daughter and son-in-law were very proud of...it was a night to remember... AND ONE OF THE FUNNEST YEARS OF MY LIFE!

Absolutely first rate! Lisa Greenbaum, the account exec and her crew were fantastic. They made…read moremy husband's 90th birthday party a wonderful occasion. It was a delight to work with Lisa and the staff were phenomenal. Everyone was raving about the food and service. And I could play hostess and not worry about a thing. Definitely recommend Corcoran!!!

We couldn't have been more thrilled to have Corcoran as our wedding caterer. From our very first…read moremeeting through the big day, my husband and I kept saying how grateful we were that we chose them. Corcoran handled both our catering and all of our rentals--and absolutely nailed it. The food was exceptional. We're still getting texts from guests saying it was the best wedding food they've ever had--some even said it was the best event food, period! We got compliments on everything from the starter salad to the passed hors d'oeuvres. I wasn't initially excited about the beer corn fritter, but it ended up being my favorite bite of the night. But what truly set our experience apart was working with Jordan. I honestly can't say enough positive things about her. She became like a second planner for us--offering expert guidance, always responding quickly and thoroughly, and saying yes to every single request with grace and positivity. I had so much trust in her judgment, and she never steered us wrong. One week before the wedding, in a moment of pre-wedding panic, I decided I wanted to change our napkin fold. Jordan didn't just talk me through options--she went to the showroom, set up our exact table settings, tested multiple options, photoshopped in our decor, and sent over a mini lookbook... only for me to choose the original one. That's the level of above-and-beyond care she provided. On the day of the wedding, I shared a special moment with Jordan about my grandmother, who had passed before the wedding. She held my hand, we shed a tear together, and I felt so supported and comforted by her presence. It meant the world to me. We will absolutely be recommending Corcoran--and specifically Jordan--to all of our friends getting married, as well as to colleagues planning corporate events at 101 Constitution, where we got married. If you're looking for a caterer and rental partner who will care deeply about your event and help bring your vision to life, choose Corcoran. And request Jordan!

I got the honor of attending a wedding here recently and it was so nice! I've heard of this place…read morebefore and saw pictures online, but going in person was worth it! It was a perfect weather day with sunny skies and low humidity. The views were spectacular! There were a few events going on at the same time so parking is limited but other than that, things ran smoothly from what I could observe. Friendly staff at the venue. The food was just ok but I had a great time!

Beautiful venue with stunning views of the Chesapeake Bay--perfect for photos and celebrations. The…read morespace was very clean, well-organized, and everything ran smoothly according to schedule. The staff was friendly, the drinks were great, and the cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres were enjoyable. However, the main entrée was below average--it wasn't served warm and lacked flavor. That was the only downside. Overall, I had an amazing time and would definitely recommend this venue for weddings, with the hope they improve the quality of the main course.

I attended a bridal expo for inspiration and potential vendors. Something stood out to me, a…read morebeautiful flower display. As I got closer, I realized it was a lovely floral display of a rose tree and 2 white cherry blossom trees. I fell in love instantly! I spoke to the representative from Dalissa and found out they rent and deliver all types of items for weddings, parties, or any type of function. I checked out their website and saw they had everything from fancy chairs and tables to floral arches and special event items. I made contact and decided to rent the rose bush and cherry blossom trees. The delivery went seamlessly and so did the pick-up. My guests were blown away at the look and feel it gave the room. I'm extremely happy that I decided to rent these items, they went with my theme and they looked so real and elegant. I initially thought about making my own arch, but this was so cost effective and it was taken back afterwards, so I didn't need to figure out what I was going to do with it after. Plus, who can beat a set-up, delivery, and pick-up without me having to lift a finger. I will absolutely use this company in the future for any party rentals I may require.

Preferably would have picked ZERO starts. Between the owner (pleasant demeanor in person) but…read morebusiness wise, not sure how they still exist. Veronica is VERY UNPROFESSIONAL & CONFUSED. Will email / speak to one person and then email another person with questions. How are you talking to one person on the phone and then emailing another about the conversation and they are looking like WTH! Delissa, although pleasant, her management team not professional. All are confused and unprofessional; they don't even communicate well with each other so there is no surprise they cannot communicate well with customers/clients/potential clients. To me, based on the LACK of communication and LACK of responses and LACK of professionalism from management office outside of the owner, quotes & rental prices are too high to even want to deal with this business. Sorry.

My wife and I used Statuesque events full planning package for our wedding in late August. We live…read morenear Boston and knew planning a wedding in D.C. would be difficult from a distance. Fey and her team made everything easy for us. They helped us find a venue, select decor, and find very high-quality vendors (caterer, videographer, photographer, and DJ) at reasonable prices. Our wedding went smoothly as Fey and her team coordinated the entire event from setup and breakdown to ensured that everything happened on schedule. During our awesome day, my wife and I only had to focus on ourselves and our guests. We had an AMAZING time and I'd highly recommend Statuesque Events to anyone.

My husband and I had an amazing experience working with Angie as our wedding coordinator. From the…read morevery beginning, it was clear that she is genuinely passionate about weddings and deeply invested in helping couples bring their vision to life. One of the things I appreciated most was how comfortable she made us feel throughout the planning process. I never felt judged for our personal style, budget, or for incorporating elements that may not fit the mold of a traditional American wedding. Instead, Angie was supportive, encouraging, and focused on helping us create a celebration that felt authentic to us. Angie also offers rental services for a variety of wedding items, including arches, lawn games, and décor pieces, which can be incredibly helpful for couples looking to simplify their planning process. We also loved using Timeline Genius, the planning platform she utilizes. It made collaboration easy and allowed us to review timelines, comment on details, and stay organized throughout the planning process. Another area where Angie truly excelled was vendor coordination. She communicated professionally and effectively with our photographer, caterer, venue, DJ, and other vendors, ensuring that everyone was aligned and informed. This gave us tremendous peace of mind leading up to the wedding. On the wedding day, Angie and her two assistants were absolutely phenomenal. Their organization and teamwork were evident from the start, and they remained in constant communication through their walkie-talkie system throughout the day. Thanks to their coordination, the timing of the entire event ran even more smoothly than our original timeline anticipated. The transformation they helped create at our venue was incredible. They assisted with setting up numerous DIY elements, including our floating candle centerpieces with Orbeez and floating pearls, and helped bring together our florals, including centerpieces, bouquets, and boutonnieres. So much of the beauty of our wedding day came together because of their hard work, attention to detail, and willingness to jump in wherever needed. Their support at the end of the evening was equally impressive. Our venue had two levels, with the wedding party getting ready upstairs. Without being asked, Angie and her team helped gather and bring downstairs countless personal items as the night was winding down. This was an enormous help, especially since everyone was either exhausted or enjoying their final moments celebrating together. Most importantly, Angie and her team ensured that the entire day ran seamlessly. They worked closely with the caterers, DJ, photographer, venue staff, and wedding party to keep everything on track while allowing us to remain fully present and enjoy the day. Their professionalism, kindness, organization, and dedication were invaluable, and we truly cannot imagine our wedding day without them. We are incredibly grateful to Angie and her team for helping turn our vision into reality and making our wedding day feel effortless from start to finish.

I used GWE for my wedding in August of 2011 in San Diego, CA. Laura and her team were indispensable…read moreto the production. Laura is located in Washington, DC along with the co-founder Carlee in San Diego, seamlessly and professionally brought together a beautiful day. I grew up in San Diego and have some knowledge of the city but Laura and Carlee really brought it together and added their "green" touch to the event. These are the most important things- for me-, but there are many more, that GWE provided: *Support with design, table layout and overall look and feel of the event. *Amazing ability to manage a project professionally but also bringing a true sense of calm to an overwhelming process. *Extensive knowledge of wedding etiquette, vendor relations, negotiations, overall event production and coordination and of course, reducing the impact of any event on the environment. *Day-of coordination and everything that lead up to that including timing of deliveries, managing the final details of contracts, and the chronology of the wedding day. There was also a lot of people-wrangling that was done with ease. The venue was unique to say the least, and GWE's team never batted an eye handling all the bumps and idiosyncrasies. We could not have done it without them and I would hire them again and again for any event in the future both here in Washington, DC or San Diego.

My mother and I hired NoLo for my wedding recently. Nora was my planner and we hired her for the…read more"Month Of" service. The pricing was reasonable and my mother and I agree - WORTH EVERY PENNY. We both are high strung individuals so having Nora there in the last month leading up to the big day was super helpful. We tend to leave things to the last minute but Nora stayed on us and made sure she got everything she needed from us. Nora attended our rehearsal and helped choreograph the ceremony. The day of the ceremony she coordinated with the DJ for all announcements and music cues. As a control freak myself, I wanted everything to be perfect. Because I didn't have to yell, scream, or even think on my big day, Nora MADE my day perfect. One of the other reviewers said they had the ceremony and reception in the same place and were worried about space. SAME HERE. I was ready to help move our rental furniture around in my wedding dress after the ceremony. I was worried I'd have to tell people "Alright we do! Now everyone pick up a chair and take it over to a table..." but no such thing happened. Nora coordinated the catering staff and her assistant/husband to get the ceremony broken down and dinner set up during cocktail hour while the bridal party took pictures. The biggest rave I have about Nora is that about a week before my wedding I sent her a three page email (single spaced) with every anxiety, fear, and wedding nightmare I've had in the past year and a half. It was definitely an unhinged email. Nora gave me the most valuable wedding gift I could have gotten then: Peace of Mind. She sent me a reply that both validated my feelings and helped me calm down a bit. If I ever need to plan another wedding or help a friend/sibling plan a wedding, I'm strongly recommending Nora's services. Next time, though, I may just have to hire NoLo for the entire wedding planning package because I'm sure NoLo will plan a magical wedding!

I hired Nora and Lorinda (NoLo) a few months out from my wedding as I was realizing I needed some…read morehelp and the coordinator that came with my venue was not being as responsive as I would have liked. I just felt like I needed someone objective to keep me sane and help me with the little details. I met with the girls as they offered a "day of" package for a great price that was within my budget. It took about 5 minutes of hellos and small talk to know these ladies were THE BEST investment of my entire wedding! They reminded me of little details I forgot about and helped to handle those little details. I was immediately at ease and didn't worry about a thing from then on. They worked great with the on site coordinator and the day went as smoothly as it could have. If I started to think about something that may have been forgot, they just flashed me a smile to let me know they had already handled it. They were extremely professional but had fun as well because that is the only way I would have it! Even though it was a "day of" package, they took the time to meet with me a few times beforehand to go over things and offered to hold onto any decor I needed stored until the day. If i sent an email about something, they responded immediately. (And believe me, I sent quite a few emails haha). They truly were my little guardian angels that day and I can't thank them enough for all they did for me. I can say with 100% honesty that I had an absolute blast at my wedding and enjoyed every second of it and I truly believe that is because of Nora and Lorinda.