I attended a baby shower last year and the mom-to-be had the most gorgeous balloon garland that…read morefeatured decorations that also fit into her theme. I asked her for the contact information and she sent me the website for Sweet Gifts which I saved onto my "Favorites" links on my phone. Fast forward one year later... I'm planning my own socially distanced "drive by" and "drop in" baby shower with close friends and family. One of the first businesses that I inquired was Sweet Gifts because I've always wanted a balloon garland. However, Sweet Gifts is more than just balloons, balloon walls, and garlands -- they also do custom laser cuts and engraving and grass backdrop rentals as well! Their balloon work is so aesthetically pleasing and they really take their time to curate an impressive look for your event (if you don't believe me, check out their Instagram for some of their beautiful work!). I went with the grass backdrop rental, laser cut, and a ready-to-hang garland to display. The team came on time and was able to set everything up within 2.5 hours! They also wore masks throughout the whole setup and always knocked on the door to make sure to get my opinion on the display. I received several compliments from our guests and have told them all about Sweet Gifts! Additionally, they came back later that evening to take down the grass backdrop and left us with the ready-to-hang garland and laser cut for us to keep. When it comes to payment, you will pay 50% for your reservation and then 50% the day before. They also accepted payment through various methods. I definitely plan to use Sweet Gifts for future events!

Sweet Gifts made the most gorgeous display for the baby shower I hosted this past weekend. My…read moreguests were amazed at how beautiful the balloons and cutouts carried the "Woodlands animals" theme. We were able to keep all the signs to use in the baby's room. When the crew arrived they were very professional and done so quickly I couldn't believe it. I have found kits that you can buy to make displays but I cant imagine ever being able to make something so beautiful. Jen was amazing, she felt like some of the design elements would crowd the space and made some suggestions that were even better than the original ideas. I highly recommend this company for that special design for any event.

10/10! I had a wacky last minute need for an emergency candy cart, and Brittany went above and…read morebeyond to help me out! Good customer service is truly invaluable, and I am so grateful that Brittany worked with me to meet my very unique needs. Also, after rushing around looking for this illusive candy cart, I realized what a great value hers was compared to all the others on the market! Good, value, good product, good people = 5 stars through and through! THANK YOU!

Britney did an amazing job! She's wonderful to work with and everything came out even better than…read moreexpected!

Ryan from Da Vinci Sound and Vision was a consummate professional thought the planning process of…read moreour wedding and on the day of the event. With his help we were able to pull off a lovely ceremony and an awesome reception with ambiance and dancing in spades. Ryan replied promptly to emails and phone calls and was proactive in gathering information that he required. I was extremely picky with the songs that I wanted to be played at our wedding and pretty much chose each song to be played during the event. Ryan was happy to accommodate my requests and offered many valuable suggestions throughout the planning process including song choices, number of songs, song flow, light effects and general flow of the event. We didn't have a designated wedding coordinator though the venue coordinator did act as such on the day of the event. Ryan worked with her to coordinate each step of the day and pulled it all off without any major issues. The minor ones that did arise didn't catch him off guard (like when they brought out dinner before the toasts) and he dealt with them professionally and was able to minimize their effect of the rest of the event. Ryan was a great MC for the event and was enthusiastic and fun without being overbearing. He helped create just the kind of light, fun and friendly atmosphere that we were looking for. He was also vital to managing the flow of day's events like dances, toasts, cake cutting, etc. We literally could not have done it without him. The sound and lighting equipment provided was top notch to say the least. The ceremony was outside and everyone was clearly heard though the secondary speaker system and portable mics. The ceremonial music played though these sounded great as well. The speakers for the reception were quite loud and crisp and could have easily filled a room 10x the size of our rather large reception hall. The best part however was the lighting. Ambient lighting was provided that gave the room a very warm and tasteful glow that evolved as the night went on. The main light rig held a number of lights, lasers and a disco ball that Ryan gradually increased the intensity of as the night went on. By the end of the night (per my request) it was like being in a world class night club or at an arena concert. Overall I would highly recommend Da Vinci Sound and Vision to anyone who is interested in DJ services. I looked into a number of companies and no one came close to offering the same level of value that they did. I can't say what other companies level of customer service is like but as someone who has made a career in the IT and medical customer service field I recognize and appreciate great customer service. Da Vinci Sound and Vision provided truly great customer service.

Ryan was amazing. I can't say enough good things about this DJ! He was incredible and I heard…read morenothing but praise from my guests. I have already had several requests for his contact info and one bridesmaid has already booked him for her wedding! He definitely went above and beyond by helping with set up, break down, organization, and helping guests. He even participated in some of the surprises that my husband and I had for each other. He brought down extra equipment to facilitate my husband diong a surprise song with his band and helped me organize a surprise percussion piece. I have never seen my family dance that much and couldn't believe he even got crazy Uncle Bob to boogie. He by far exceeded our expectations and we couldn't' be happier with service. Thank you Ryan!!!!

Joy is amazing!! Her creativity, attention to detail, and execution are unparalleled. I highly…read morerecommend Peony Lane to anyone looking to plan an event. She will make the experience fun and easy and the even unforgettable!

From the owner: Peony Lane is a full service events and cakes company. We promise to make your special event…read moreextraordinary.

Any time i need something done involving paper. This is where i go. Amazing service and locally…read moreown. Can not beat this place!

Do not use these people. Highly unprofessional-did not even provide a full contract. Overpriced for…read morerental of simple items like tables. Retrieved items late and charged for replacing them.

Lily was exceptional in the care and focus she provided us during my daughter's recent wedding…read more She was attentive, assisted us as we navagated through the complex process and saved the day when plans at our venue dissolved. Lily's crew were truly efficient and delightful to work with. Never having arranged a wedding, our suggestion would be to do homework, research, have a lot of prep time, and hire a wedding planner. Lily was invaluable.

I cannot say enough positive things about the St. Germain team! Carrie was attentive, patient, and…read moreso helpful throughout the planning process. She responded to my questions quickly and was always willing to adjust our invoices or provide recommendations. They are also the most affordable company I've found in the DC area. On site, the catering team went above and beyond to ensure our events went seamlessly. I have never had guests compliment the staff and the menu as much as they did with St. Germain! As the event coordinator, I appreciated that Ceecho, Donal, and Johnny checked in with me throughout the event, quickly adjusted to the schedule changes, and were efficient and helpful throughout the set up and tear down process. I highly recommend Saint Germain for our next catered function in DC! We will be a repeat customer for sure!

Very little meat provided for the sandwiches - too much bread and lettuce- confusion over delivery…read moreaddress as well

Whew! Janice is literally heaven sent. Not only is she amazing at what she does but she is also a…read morevery kind person. She helped my vision come together for my daughters 1st birthday. She always responded in a timely manner and had all the decor ready before the day of the party. Everything was way beyond my expectations, and truly just beautiful. I highly recommend her services and I'm super excited to be planning my next event with her.

From the owner: Honey Cotton Willow, LLC specializes in curating the full style and arrangement of your party or…read moreevent. Our personalized process helps to ensure that your vision, and our plan and execution, come together to bring you a truly unique and unforgettable event - whether you are starting with a blank canvas or already have an inspiration in mind.