We worked with Amazae from the moment we knew we wanted to get married (before we got engaged,…read moretechnically. Ha). Both of us are extremely busy re: our jobs and knew that we wouldn't be able to dedicate enough time to truly planning an event of this scale. If you're on the fence, go with Amazae. My husband, before we hired Amazae, was on the fence of whether or not we needed planning services. I told him that if we did not hire someone that there would be no wedding. By the time we had finished our venue search, he knew that I was totally right re: the amount of help you get by leveraging someone else's expertise. You do this once (hopefully) in your life. Amazae does this all the time. Amazae knew all the ins and outs of every venue that we could possibly think of in the Bay Area, Carmel, and Napa. They were able to tell us who was beer and wine only, who had a 10pm end time because of noise ordinances, and who required you to use certain caterers that were $x per head. This will save you SO much time and save you visits to random places that don't meet your requirements. Vendor sourcing - they are super good at this re: figuring out (or making you figure out what you like) who matches your style for every vendor, then finding one that fits in your budget. Most importantly, they will make sure everyone shows up (join any wedding FB group and read some horror stories). They will help you with all of the contracting and the collection of COIs, etc. Again, this would have been IMPOSSIBLE for myself and my now husband. We literally do not have the hours in the day to do this. This team is on top of everything - they will chase you down if they need to for answers for pieces of your event. They can make anything happen - from the weirdest requests to the most mundane. They are so professional, and they really make your wedding super personal. Amazae designed and executed a beautiful event from beginning to end that felt so authentic to us. Day of, they were there to take care of everything, and it was truly a flawless day. We could not asked for a better planner re: Crystal, Kaila, and the rest of the team. We put full trust in them re: the design of this event and the day of. Example: I honestly did not know what florals were going to be there, but they were so stunning. The strength of the Amazae team is in their ability to bring you and your personality into an event that is mostly structured a certain way. They also make your day as stress-free as possible. I cannot say enough positive things about this team and their ability to make your wedding great. If you're down to hand things off to someone else, I would say hand it off to them. It will be better than what you could have come up with yourself.

Planning a wedding during a pandemic is hard, even a micro-wedding. You don't want to be cake…read moretasting or menu tasting, so you rely on experts. That's why we decided to hire an event planner for our daughter's wedding in January 2021. Even though it was a small backyard wedding, we wanted it to be memorable and elegant. We interviewed 3 different event planners, and got 3 rough quotes, all around the same ballpark. Amazae's quote, however, was the most detailed, breaking down a high & low range for each item (food, florals, rentals, photography, etc.) It was an easy choice to contract with them. Crystal came onsite for our first meeting, and I really didn't have a lot for her to go on. My daughter isn't the Pinterest type, so I just told Crystal the wedding colors and showed her pictures of the wedding gown and bridesmaid gowns. The rest of the planning was all done via zoom, emails, and a few phone calls. We worked mostly with Caitlin, who is an amazing planner. Each step along the way, she gave us several options to choose from. For example, she provided a list of 4 photographers, their quote for the day, their profile, their gallery, etc. Once all of our choices were made, she put together a design deck that gave us a preview of the entire wedding. It was more gorgeous than I envisioned. On the day of the wedding, Lisa came out to set everything up. She even picked up the florals and wedding cake to save us the delivery fees. It was a little hectic when I met her, and I probably spent 5 minutes with her showing her where everything was before we left for the church ceremony. And when we came back, she was driving off, leaving behind a magical transformation of yard. Everyone was stunned. The catering crew then took over and prepared a "Top Chef" level meal. And when they left, my kitchen was as clean as when they arrived. My husband commented, "Whatever we paid for this wedding, it was worth every penny." Haha. True. NOTE: the photos on this review are from my phone. The professional photos are not available yet.

Tanisha and Eviaire were fabulous at managing the production of our wedding experience. She paid…read moreclose attention to our goals and vision (even as they shifted at times). We had a complex approach to the music production and event choreography and she worked every step of the way to help make sure it turned out the way we wanted it to. She was great with negotiating and coordinating with vendors (both candidate vendors and chosen vendors). She worked hard on really thoughtful, thorough design mood boards that showed she'd paid attention to our theme ideas, so Jonathan and I could make good decisions. On the day of the event, she was like a drill sergeant getting things on-point, on time! She treated us as friends, and we are very glad to have trusted her with our big day. We are happy to recommend her to anyone planning a memorable wedding or other event.

Being in events myself, I knew I needed a great planner to handle all the work to host my parents'…read more60th wedding anniversary. Tanisha was amazing. Attention to detail, met all the deadlines, handled all the last minute request and her on-site presence was on-point. I highly recommend Tanisha for her planning and her exquisite taste in decor and layout. So much positive feedback from the guests and honorees.

My partner and I were looking for guidance and help in planning our wedding celebration. We were…read morerecommended Two Perfect Events by our venue, Mister Jiu's, given their prior collaboration and experience with them. We were kindly welcomed by Leah and introduced to our planner, Yoko, who was amazing, carefully guiding and making our vision a reality, accommodating our preferences and budget, and helping us with the design and layout of the big day with all of our vendors. She provided multiple vendor options, communicated closely with them and us throughout the bidding and hiring process, and ensured we were all on the same page from planning through the walkthrough and up to the day of the event. One of the greatest things about this process was the clear, concise communication and organization that made planning, payments, and decision-making understandable, step by step, rather than a labyrinth of crossed wires and deadlines.  The day of our wedding was as effortless as could be. It was great to have the team from Two Perfect Events, along with Yoko and Leo, there to assist with setting up and taking down decorations and rentals, help guide guests, event staff, and our vendors, and ensure everything, including our deliveries and rentals, went according to plan. We also appreciated that our planners kept an eye on both of us the entire night to ensure we were doing well and enjoying the festivities, getting our food, making sure we were at the right place at the right time, and saving any items for our personal requests. We did not expect that Two Perfect Events would take behind-the-scenes photos and videos of the entire day and the in-person walkthroughs, which gave us a chance to reminisce on the process and quickly provide a glimpse of our families and friends outside the eyes of our wonderful wedding photographers.  We appreciated that our vendors were all in sync, and the coordinators ensured our entire process minimized the stress of planning, which was what we had hoped for all along. They provided us with good advice on choosing vendors, insurance for our wedding, and what to expect when working with multiple parties. It was evident that Two Perfect Events had considered multiple contingencies and scenarios in which snafus or unexpected issues may arise throughout the process, and we were glad that Yoko was always prepared for them, including giving us enough buffer time due to traffic delays so our guests could arrive on the big day.  Everyone complimented us on the evening, and it went by so smoothly. They commented that this was the least stressful and most fun wedding they've been to in a long time, which conveyed the vibe we were going for. We wanted it to be a fun yet intimate evening where everyone enjoyed getting together to celebrate, and we were delighted to celebrate that day with them. Thanks again to our wonderful planner, Yoko, and Two Perfect Events! We couldn't have done this without you.

Worked with Two Perfect Events for a wedding at the Kohl's Mansion in Burlingame, and I can say…read morethat it was such a seamless experience for us -- meaning that if they know how to work with all these different kinds of vendors, then as a client, you can rest assured that you're in good hands. There was clear communication before the event, and on the day of, Leah was able to show us where to go and was available for any questions that came up, so we were able to set up seamlessly. The night was a success, and the guests loved our claw machine. They also took it a step further to help capture some of the memorable moments from the night to share with us. We didn't ask for it, but it was such an awesome gesture, and we really appreciated that! Good planners are everywhere, but GREAT planners, like Two Perfect Events, make sure that all needs are met (whether it's for the couple or all the vendors) and thensome!

I hired Kenneth for my father's birthday celebration at a restaurant. Kenneth responded quickly to…read moremy quote request. The price was reasonable for his time and the delivery of all digital images (no nickle and dime'ing). Deposit and contract signing were easily completed online. For the next several weeks until the photo session, Kenneth responded amiably to my planning questions and was helpful in advising what might work better. He took the initiative to reach-out as the date approached. On the day-of, he arrived punctually and listened to my requests. He was unintrusive at the party and made people feel comfortable having their pictures taken. He took time to wish my father a happy birthday, which I thought was a lovely gesture. The photo results started rolling-in the very next morning. I was very happy with the results. The photo journal of what happened at the party was more perfect than what I had even expected. The gallery website was very easy to use. I had the full delivery just 1.5 days later. Thank you Kenneth for capturing these precious moments of time of my family, while allowing me to enjoy my party without thinking about photography.

I hired Kenneth for a personal photo session, and the entire experience was great! I had a pretty…read morespecific idea in mind for how I wanted the photos to turn out, and he was extremely receptive and communicative in regards to my ideas (he pitched in very good proposals as well and did a great job finding suitable photo locations that would fit the tone that I was going for). The photos themselves turned out exactly how I wanted, and I'm extremely pleased with them. I highly recommend him for any of your professional photography needs! (I also want to give 5 stars to his photo assistant, Eileen, for being so helpful and kind on the day of the photo session! Having her there was a big plus).

I couldn't praise Sushie and Jessica enough for all that they've done to give me the best day of my…read morelife, but I will definitely try to within this limited space. Sushie is extremely responsive and well known in the industry. I tried my best to be independent since I had hired them for day of coordination, but she kept tabs on me throughout the process and checked in with me often to make sure I was doing ok (which I so appreciate because I did indeed need the help). She linked me to her favorite and vetted vendors on multiple occasions which saved me so much time and hassle. She's extremely generous with her time and services (even too much! I worry that she loves her job too much...) She let me borrow her inventory, helped me so much with printing, streamlined my schedule for the day and so much more. I'm type A and a perfectionist, but honestly, it's really hard to do it all yourself in an industry you're not familiar with and trust others to execute it the way you want to. But I'm so glad I put my trust in Sushie and Jessica to make it all happen. On the day of the wedding, Jessica was onsite to make sure things run smoothly. She communicates clearly and has so much experience that my friends and family felt like we were well taken care of. Even through there were still some small hiccups during wedding, she was really understanding of my needs and helped me to smooth out where was needed. As a bride that worried and wants everything to be perfect, I think I hired the best team ever to make it all happen. Sending a lot of love. I'm even writing this review on my honeymoon because it needs to expressed now :)

1000/10 Stars! When…read morewe first started wedding planning, we thought we could do it ourselves since we have already been very details with our vacation itineraries. Nope! We knew nothing about the wedding process or where to even start and often found ourselves falling down different rabbit holes and side tracked. It was hard organizing our thoughts of what needed to be done, etc. Being a wedding bartender myself, I've seen Sushie in action as the bride & groom's planner for the events I've worked. I knew she was the one to have for ours! Even after our first video call, my husband liked her immediately. Sushie is hands down the BEST wedding planner you can hire in the Bay Area. She is super quick at responding and very straight forward, no bullshitting. She made the year leading up to our wedding stress free and we were able to have fun and enjoy the planning process. We told her our budget and vision for what kind of wedding we wanted and she made it happen. We were blown away by how exact she got to our budget at the end of the planning process! She also knows a lot of other vendors if you need them like HMUA, Photographers/Videographers, photobooth, desserts, DJ, etc. and all are trusted vendors, otherwise she would never recommend them to her clients. The day of the wedding went SO SMOOTHLY and literally, it was everything we imagined and wanted for the special day. I don't think it could have happened without Sushie and her team. If you're debating on getting a planner, stop. JUST HIRE ONE. Your future self will thank you and that money you spent on one will be so worth it and your sanity. Thank you Sushie for making the best day of our lives happen! Highly, highly, highly recommend hiring Sushie and her team for your planner though. NO REGRETS!!!

This review is long overdue! Vicky did the floral and decor for my wedding on 9/24/2022, and I…read morecannot recommend her enough. My husband and I found her on Yelp, and we truly enjoyed working with her throughout the planning process. We initially reached out to Vicky while planning our tea ceremony, and one thing I really appreciated was that she offered Mam Qua (gift tray) rentals, which made the process much more convenient. Vicky was professional, responsive, and wonderful to work with from start to finish. She beautifully decorated our church and brought our blue-themed wedding vision to life. The backdrop was stunning, and she completely transformed the restaurant venue into something elegant and memorable. Everything looked even better than we had imagined. I also loved that my bridal bouquet and the bridesmaids' bouquets were made with fresh flowers and looked absolutely beautiful throughout the day. Thank you, Vicky, for helping make our wedding so special. I highly recommend Queen Bridals to anyone looking for a talented and reliable wedding florist and decorator!

I debated writing this review, but I felt compelled to share our experience. This review is not to…read moreslander Queen Bridals in any way, but to offer honest feedback that may encourage some reflection. Like many couples, we approached our wedding with excitement. A friend referred us to Vicky, and we didn't think twice. In hindsight, perhaps we should have done more research, but we are easygoing people. We communicated our vision, gave Vicky creative freedom, and trusted her as a professional. We weren't difficult. We asked for something simple, elegant, and meaningful. Instead, we experienced stress, embarrassment, and disappointment. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Vicky voiced concerns that our venue, Koi Palace, was too small. We reassured her we had attended several beautiful weddings there ourselves, space doesn't seem to be an issue. While she eventually said she'd make it work, her lingering doubt was noticeable. On the day of the wedding, I arrived at the venue at 5:20 PM and found our guests waiting outside due to the venue not being ready. Inside, I observed Vicky and her team still working and did not wrap up until 6:00 PM, the scheduled start time of our reception. Later, Vicky insisted she had finished by 5:30 PM and had time to mingle with our vendors, but that version didn't align with what I witnessed or what our vendors shared. The most heartbreaking part came when my wife and I stood before the photo backdrop to take pictures with our guests. Instead of our correct monogram, the backdrop displayed the letters "V & A," despite my wife's name starting with a "J". Our guests noticed and pointed it out. We were stunned. To us, this wasn't a minor mistake, it was a glaring and deeply embarrassing moment. We ended up removing the initials ourselves. Even then, we didn't lash out. We waited, hoping Vicky might follow up to ask how the day went. She didn't. Two days later, I reached out and met with Vicky in person. I calmly asked how she thought the event went. She indicated everything went great and didn't recall any issues. When I showed her a photo of the incorrect initials, she looked at it without immediately recognizing the mistake. Only after I pointed it out did she acknowledged it and offered to Photoshop the images as a solution. That moment was disheartening. It showed a lack of understanding of what her role meant to us. This wasn't about a photo, it was about how we felt in a moment that can't be edited. It was about getting the basics right on a day that only happens once. After expressing our disappointment, we asked Vicky for a 30 percent refund. Not out of spite or anger, but because we truly felt the value of the service fell short of what was promised. The emotional weight of her error left an unsavory impact throughout our evening. We didn't demand the refund on the spot. I encouraged her to sleep on it and consider our perspective, to put herself in our shoes. She appreciated how non-confrontational we were and ultimately verbally agreed to the refund via Zelle. Three days went by. Nothing. I followed up with a message. No response. Eventually, Vicky replied and asked to speak. During our conversation, she reversed course and said she no longer felt the refund was warranted. She maintained the decor had been finished well before 6:00 PM and sent us a video of guests taking their seats at 6:01 PM, which only confirmed she or her team were still at the venue at that time. Technically, she completed the decor by the start time, which falls within the contract, and while we shared our plans for pre-reception desserts and snacks, we cannot fault her for that aspect. As for the wrong initials, to her credit, Vicky was apologetic to some degree and acknowledged the error, but indicated a 30 percent refund was unrealistic. I explained again this wasn't about a backdrop, it was about my wife being displayed by the wrong name, in front of everyone, on her wedding day. It was about the emotional toll and the lapse in attention to detail, especially when Vicky had worked almost exclusively with my wife during planning. How that mistake happened is still beyond me. Candidly, Vicky admitted to mixing up my wife's name with another bride. In the end, Vicky refunded 7.5 percent, stating since we removed the initials, it didn't technically ruin the wedding. No, it didn't ruin the wedding. But it undoubtedly affected how we felt. It cast a shadow over the night. It made us feel discounted, dismissed, and ultimately shorted of a service we were counting on. I believe Vicky put effort into her work. I believe she cares to a point. But her unwillingness to follow through on her word or genuinely consider the emotional impact of her mistake left us deeply disappointed. Mistakes happen, but how you respond to them matters just as much as the service you provide.

If you are looking for an amazing month of/day of coordinator look no further! I spoke with over a…read moredozen planners when trying to make a decision and as soon as I chatted with Kristine on the phone I knew she would be the perfect fit! We got started with lists and details three months out and she gradually took more pieces off my plate as we got closer to the day. We meshed well with our love of google sheets for organization and she was always willing to answer my questions about different random things. I loved that she took over the communication and timing pieces with all of my vendors and that we could do a walkthrough of the space together before the event. The day of, though...that's where she really shines! Along with her assistant, Kristine truly was the boss of the event. Keeping us on time, organizing the final touches for our escort cards, getting my husband I where we needed to be and managing all our guests (including a couple of unexpected extra additions). She was the lead amongst a team of amazing women that made our day unforgettable. I can not recommend Kristine more to any future couples out there. She will keep you sane and make sure that you are able to enjoy the event in which you have invested so much time, energy and emotions. Thank you thank you thank you Kristine!

Kristine was one of the earnest vendors I met through this whole process of planning our wedding,…read moreeasily making her one of my favorite people to work with. We booked Kristine for the month-of-coordination, which included unlimited email communication for three months. But even beyond that, whenever I needed help or had questions, she was always responsive. Having Kristine on our team allowed me to not have to worry about forgetting or missing anything. In our communications leading up to the wedding, we tackled every detail relating to the day, including items that never even occurred to me. Then on the day-of, I just sat back, relaxed, and enjoyed every second of the day, because Kristine and her team made sure that I was completely taken care of. Kristine's rates are incredibly competitive. She's detail-oriented, professional, and knowledgeable. But I would say the thing that makes her the perfect wedding coordinator is her honest enthusiasm for planning and weddings. Pair that with her sweet and friendly personality, it made me feel like I had a trusted friend helping me run the event, rather than a professional (but stranger) just doing a job. Our wedding came out gorgeously and we couldn't have asked for more. Thank you again for the amazing work!

I ordered a condolence arrangement over the phone for work, and I wanted to use a local florist for…read morethe recipient, so I chose De Young Flowers. They were very responsive over the phone and allowed me to schedule my arrangement in advance with delivery. They also let me explain the "vibe" I was going for and accommodate specific requests. I was a bit nervous about paying for the arrangement sight unseen, but when it arrived, the recipient said it was beautiful and very appreciated. Price for a tabletop arrangement with delivery to the local area totaled around $100, which isn't cheap but is definitely comparable to some of the bigger national companies, like Farmgirl Flowers, that I would have used otherwise.

My partner got me a beautiful arrangement for my birthday. My birthday is quite early in peony…read moreseason, so they're not always available. After contacting numerous shops, he called De Young Flowers. They were able to get peonies and my partner told them what other flowers I like. They made a beautiful arrangement and had it ready even though it was ordered a few days beforehand. My partner was pleased with the service and I loved my flowers. The arrangement bloomed beautifully with every passing day. I would recommend this shop to others!

Thank you Oscar & the entire team at Oscar by Oscar, for making our wedding day an absolute dream…read morecome true. From the very beginning, your professionalism, organization, and dedication gave us confidence that we were in the best hands. Oscar, you did an incredible job keeping our timeline running smoothly and ensuring every detail of the day came together seamlessly. The vision you brought to our reception was breathtaking, and seeing everything come to life exceeded anything we could have imagined. Every detail reflected the care, creativity, and passion you put into your work. We are especially grateful for all the behind-the-scenes effort you put into coordinating with our vendors and organizing every aspect of the day. Because of you, we were able to relax be present & truly enjoy every moment with our family and friends What makes your service even more special is that you were not only our planner and coordinator but you also captured some of the most incredible videos of us throughout the entire day. Being able to relive those moments through your lens is such a priceless gift & you managed to capture so many genuine memories that Alexis & I will cherish forever. What sets you apart is not only your talent but the genuine care you have for your couples. You made us feel valued, supported, and celebrated throughout the entire process. Your passion for what you do shines through in every detail, and it is clear why Oscar by Oscar has such an outstanding reputation. Thank you for helping create memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Your vision, dedication, creativity, and passion truly make you the best of the best. We are forever grateful for everything you did to make our wedding day so special and will never forget the incredible role you played in one of the most important days of our lives

Oscar and team were impeccable! They executed my vision for a "Under the Tuscan Sun" themed 40th…read morebirthday dinner flawlessly. Absolutely everything I could have imagined and much more. They literally turned my backyard into a picturesque Italian Villa. No detail was missed, and every step of the planning process, from vision boards, budgets, rental selections and personal touches were methodical and just a breeze. Oscar was very receptive to every idea, tentative, responsive and extremely professional. We loved him so much, he's literally like family now (on speed dial) and ready to plan our next event in October; our first baby shower! Thank you Oscar for your personable touch and exquisite demeanor.