I reached out to Dallas Palms via email on April 10, 2025, to share our concerns privately. As of…read moreApril 22, there has been no response, so I am posting this review to help inform other couples. We held our wedding on March 29, 2025, with over 500 guests, including many who traveled from out of state and internationally. While the celebration was memorable in many ways, it was due largely to the hard work of our family and the patience of our guests. Unfortunately, there were several issues with the venue that significantly impacted our experience. * Venue Access: We were promised full use of the Bellaire room, but only received access to half due to construction. We were not made aware of the final changes until the day of the event. This impacted layout and vendor setup, leading to unexpected additional costs. * Power Accessibility: Several electrical outlets were not functioning, creating complications for our vendors. * Restroom Conditions: Restrooms were not cleaned or maintained during the event and lacked hot water. Multiple guests brought this to our attention. * Weather Contingency: A tent was discussed in early planning as a complimentary option in the event of rain. We were later told--one day before the wedding--that it would cost $10,000 and had to be arranged a week in advance. Unfortunately, it rained during the event, and no coverage was provided. * Safety Concerns: During the rainstorm, staff began mopping the floors while guests sought shelter, and no wet floor signs were posted. This created safety concerns. * Seating Plan Issues: A detailed seating chart and layout were sent via email and reviewed during our walkthrough. On the wedding day, the plan was not followed. When we asked for clarification, the coordinator - Cathy, said she never received it, despite email confirmation on March 11th. * A/V Services: We paid $811 for six TVs to display our short film and seating plan. The TVs were non-functional during the event, and the on-site technician was not present. We were informed for the first time that our external DJ was expected to manage the venue's equipment, which was not part of the agreement. * Security and Staffing: We were told there would be two security officers, but only one was present. Several tables, including key family seating, were missing. The day-of coordinator, Cathy - was unavailable at critical times, and our family had to step in to support logistics during the storm. We paid over $35,000 and took many steps to confirm details in advance, including sending a comprehensive planning booklet and email follow-ups. Despite that, the event day was marked by disorganization and unfulfilled commitments. Our wedding was a once-in-a-lifetime moment. We had hoped for a smooth and professional experience. I'm sharing this review so others can make informed decisions when selecting a venue for such an important occasion. (Please check Google Reviews if you'd like to see supporting videos)

I'm writing this as a family member who helped plan a wedding at Dallas Palms on March 29, 2025…read more Despite paying over $35,000 and planning for months, the venue fell short in major ways--limited access to the space we were promised, dirty restrooms, broken A/V, and poor communication. Half the event was held outside, and when it rained, there was no contingency plan. The owner's only solution was to tell our guests--many of whom flew in from around the world--to go home. We reached out privately and never received a response. I hope this helps others make an informed decision.

We did newborn photographs with Krystal and she is incredible!! She completely captured the…read moresweetness of our baby boy! She was also able to get beautiful pictures of our family and two young girls with their baby brother. I was so impressed, as I have yet to be able to capture these moments myself. We will definitely be coming back to Krystal for more family photos. :)

I have used Krystal for our family pictures for years. She's amazing at capturing my kids…read morepersonalities and even making them laugh when they are being anti-smile that day. I do not like to be in front of the camera and she makes everyone feel at ease and comfortable. And let's just say, the finished products are amazingly beautiful. I had her print one of ours on canvas and it's gorgeous! I cannot wait to book another session with her!

My wife and I got married last Thursday, and my father-in-law recommended you to us. He called you…read moreon the same day, and then my wife also reached out to you on Saturday of the same week. It was her first...everything, and she'd love to preserve the happiest memories of us. You confirmed that you do bouquet preservation, and asked us to provide photos, but also stated that you were busy so you could not stop by to pick up the bouquet until Monday - it's under 20 minutes of driving distance to your business location, so distance wasn't a challenge, and we would've gladly dropped it off had you asked. She called you again around noon today, which you answered and said to stop by around 6PM to pick up the bouquet. We texted you again around 7PM after waiting. I will never forget how the hope and light on my wife's face faded to disappointment in the spam of a minute or so. You forgot, and claimed that because you have so much other Thanksgiving business to handle, you have to leave town and will not be stopping by. The flowers have started to wilt since last week. We waited by your request and now my wife will not have her wedding bouquet preserved. Disappointment and disrespect don't even begin to describe what you've managed to achieve. If you've ever wondered how you could possibly provide the worst service via negligence and casual callousness, then this is it.

I hired Pabitra to do the decor for my mehendi function. He was easy to work with, helped stay in…read moremy budget and created a beautiful backdrop- exactly what I had envisioned. I would highly recommend him. He was one of the easiest vendors to work with.

I absolutely love Stress Free Events and Weddings! They helped me with planning and my decor…read morepackage. It was everything I imagined it to be and more. My whole wedding felt like a dream. The name of this company is perfect because I really did feel stress free on my wedding day, and a lot of the time leading up to my wedding. Trust me, you definitely want to use them for your wedding!!! :) Thank you Lisa, Natalie, and Ashley!!

Words cannot even begin to describe how amazing and talented Lisa is! Due to COVID, I had to move…read moremy wedding from California to Texas with only three months to spare before our wedding date. Needless to say, I was stressed! After only a few minutes of speaking with Lisa, all my worries began to fade. Lisa brought the vision of my wedding to life -- in fact, she made it better than I imagined! She carefully selected the best vendors for me and never stopped working until she knew I had exactly what I wanted. With the amount of care and attention she gave me you'd think I was her only client at the time (spoiler: I wasn't, she had many!) but I never felt that. Every call, email, and need was answered promptly. What should have been a stressful three months of planning ended up an absolute breeze thanks to Lisa. As for day-of wedding coordinators, I could not have hoped for a better team and support system than Lisa and Tiffany. As to be expected with all weddings, problems arise, however, I had zero clue about any of it all thanks to my Stress-Free team! They handled every problem -- sometimes even before they became a problem! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect. Including the surprise firework show that I had planned for my husband and our guests during our first dance. No one else knew about the fireworks except myself and Lisa. This surprise took expert level coordinating as I wanted the show to begin at a precise moment and time. Lisa coordinated with the DJ, photographer, and pyrotechnic team flawlessly. It was a perfect moment we will never forget! I cannot thank Lisa enough for her hard work and dedication to making my dream wedding possible. If you truly want to feel like a guest at your own wedding, look no further than Lisa and her Stress-Free team! The moment you do you can rest knowing your big day is in the best hands.

With all the joy, excitement, and anticipation that comes along with planning a wedding, so does…read morestress, worry, and confusion, especially trying to plan a wedding to take place in Fort Worth, TX from Cambridge, MA! Our saviour, Christy, Patron Saint of ALL things Weddings arrives!! Throughout the entire process from searching for venues, photographers, all the way to the day-of planning, she was there easing our minds and really making the vision of our special day happen. She was always there when we needed to figure things out or if we just needed advise/peace of mind. Please do your self a favor and hire Saint Christy, she will make your wedding day dreams come true! She's also pretty funny, so she's got that going for her. LOL We love you Christy! #lovewins #loveislove

I am super type A and didn't consider hiring a wedding planner but realized I don't know what I…read moredon't know - enter Christy. She was SUPER helpful and supportive in talking through with me what I might be missing and helping me to brainstorm ideas. She sent follow up and was available for questions as they came to me. HIRE HER!

Working with Katie and her team at As You Wish was honestly the best decision we made for our…read morewedding. We worked with them for about a year and a half, and they were so patient, open minded, and incredibly detail oriented the entire time. They really listened to what we wanted while also keeping us organized, on track, and making sure everything still felt elevated and classy. Katie and her team were always there to answer all of our questions and truly became our biggest advocates throughout the entire planning process. They even took the time to get to know our parents, which meant so much to us, and helped build trust with them along the way. It made the whole experience feel seamless and supported for everyone involved. They also went above and beyond in ways we didn't even expect. Katie and her team helped us find venues that weren't even on our original list and somehow just knew what would be the right fit for us. Katie has this amazing ability to light up a room and make you feel confident in every decision you're making together, which is honestly one of the best things you could ask for in a wedding planner. What meant the most to us was how much effort Katie and her team put into understanding all of our wedding rituals. Having an Indian wedding, this was really important to us, and they took the time to learn, respect, and execute everything so thoughtfully. It made us feel so seen and taken care of throughout the entire process. Katie and her team really went above and beyond with every detail that went into our wedding. I remember people asking me if I was nervous, and I would always say no because I fully trusted Katie and her team to pull off the best wedding weekend possible, and that is exactly what they did. They helped us build our dream team of vendors, and everything came together so seamlessly because of them. Anytime someone asks about our wedding weekend, we always say it exceeded our expectations and that is all thanks to Katie and her team. Could not recommend As You Wish more!

I'm an Interior Designer in Dallas, and I was extremely selective when interviewing Wedding…read morePlanners to entrust with our only daughter's once-in-a-lifetime event! Katie caught our vision immediately and brought fresh, relevant ideas to help perfect that vision. Her attention to detail early in the planning phase up to wedding day execution was beyond impressive. From the moment our daughter walked down the aisle until she climbed into the exit vehicle, Katie and her team ensured that everything was flawless. I'm forever grateful because we got to enjoy the day like honored guests at our only child's wedding. Katie is a beautiful young entrepreneur, and we sincerely loved every minute we spent with her! We love Katie like family now and would highly recommend As You Wish Events to anyone looking to have an unforgettable wedding. Thank you Katie! XOXO

Natalie Roberson Photography exceeded my expectations tenfold!…read more I am a sports photographer and magazine publisher and wanted incredible photos of our graduating senior! I have a number of photographers in my "Rolodex" so I have seen some very talented photographers. But for my own son, I wanted the best of the best! My son (17 year old) called me after the session saying it was "actually fun and they made me feel really special". If you have a 17 year old, have had a 17 yr old, or have met a 17 yr old at any point in your life, you know that is RARE! I was blown away and actually brought to tears in our viewing appointment. Every photo was spectacular! When I was asked to be featured in a local magazine, I needed updated headshots and there was zero question on whom to call. I have found the photographer I will use as long as they will have us! Simply the BEST!!!!

So satisfied with my business portrait! After retiring from the military I had been looking forward…read moreto building a business brand for my company profile. Natalie came highly recommended. From the initial inquiry I made her responses were prompt and availability was flexible for my session. Scheduling was very simple. Nick greeted me upon arrival and Natalie followed shortly thereafter. They were both very polite, informative, and overall professional. I shared with them my concerns over being a little critical over my smile due to a few issues with my face (melasma, and some slight nerve damage that causes one eyebrow to raise slightly). They were very kind and accommodating even offering to reshoot any of the poses. I'm really glad I trusted their work and am very pleased with the result. I'm definitely looking forward to family photos soon.

Michelle's style, guidance, and creative persistence led to the most beautiful and honest photos…read morethat capture some of the best days of your life! We could not have been happier in working with Michelle for our engagement (January 2021) and wedding (October 2021) photos and the end product will bring us such joy, every day, forever. Michelle is so friendly and down to earth that she makes it so easy to follow her direction during a shoot so that the photos come out amazing! My husband and I are not necessarily "practiced" at taking photos, but Michelle's guidance made it so easy!! We love Michelle's style in that the photos seem to capture the true relationships in front of the camera, not looking overproduced or posed. Michelle so quickly adapted to our style and made it work for the camera! We cannot thank Michelle enough for all her time and effort to capture the best days of our lives and could not recommend her more to others looking for an incredible wedding photographer!

Michelle is absolutely amazing! She takes charge (which you need in these events), in her own…read morehumorous way. I was not intending to use a photographer for our small wedding, but I'm so glad I did! The pictures are nothing but amazing! If you want to capture the day with beautiful memories, I would definitely use Michelle!

Miranda is amazing. I don't know how I could have gotten through my wedding day (and rehearsal)…read morewithout her! Who would have know there was so many questions to be answered and so many details to be planned! The best part was just being able to relax and enjoy the wedding and rehearsal and know that the whole event and process was resting in her hands. That she had control over all the details and order of events. Earthling events will provide you professionalism and much needed organization for any wedding or event and I would most certainly recommend their services!

Because we were having our wedding and our reception at two separate places with a two-hour time…read moregap, my hubby and I figured that we needed somebody to get things set up and help out and keep things moving smoothly. I sent out for some quotes initially and everybody was responding with ridiculously high figures for a day-of coordinator (that's not to say they weren't all worth it--I'm sure they would be--but they just couldn't and wouldn't work with our budget). About 30 minutes after I emailed Earthling, Miranda had already emailed me back with their full listing of prices and what came with each. Their pricing was insanely budget friendly and the professionalism of a quick, informative response is a huge draw for me so we set up a meeting via Skype. Within minutes of our meeting beginning, I knew Miranda and her team would be a good fit. She was able and willing to add time because we needed some extra setup and was extremely upfront with us concerning how much time we would need and how to make things work. From then on out, she was a tremendous asset to our wedding. If I had any issues finding a vendor, she would find out our budget for the vendor and start checking her resources for someone who would meet what we wanted for how much we wanted. She made time in her schedule to meet with us whenever we came up to Dallas (because we live in Houston), even going out of her way to do so. She met with our venue director and was there for every step of the way with us. She was such a calming and helpful influence. If I had to do it all over again, I would absolutely hire her again because she was just...phenomenal. Thank you so much, Miranda, I'm so glad that you were able to be a part of our wedding and make our wedding come to life!

I used Karen from RK Meetings for a partial wedding planning service and honestly don't know how I…read morewould have finished my wedding with a smile on my face without her! We started planning together 30 days before my wedding and even though I had 95% of my vendors selected she was still so worth it! Karen called every vendor to review the contract, made sure they were aware of timelines and made sure they all new NOT to contact me with a problem the day of the wedding. One of the best feelings was someone asking me "When is the cake cutting?" and me being able to say "I have no idea, go ask my wedding planner!" I'm such a planner that I thought it would be hard to release the reigns, but Karen was so knowledgeable with so much experience that I knew I could truly just enjoy the day! Thank Karen!

Karen and Abi saved my wedding. There were so many moments when I thought that all the million…read moremoving pieces going into a wedding were going to ruin the big day. They came through every time. They were part-time therapists, part-time mediators, part-time boss babes, and somehow still full-time wedding planners. You only get married once and when you do it is all about the team that you have to help you make it happen. I'm telling you right now that you will not and cannot go wrong with RK Weddings & Events. The time leading up to the day will be hectic. The day will be filled with nerves. And you want to do nothing the day after. They are with you the entire way. Hire them now because they saved my life.