We had Tracy do face painting at my daughter's birthday party and she was fantastic! Communication…read morebefore the party was great, she showed up on time and ready to go, and did such an amazing job painting every single kids face. She was kind, patient, and truly a very talented artist - the kids loved her and her art and all the parents were very impressed. Highly recommend!

Tracy is amazing! I hired her for my daughter's birthday party and she did such a great job with…read moreall of the kids. We were so impressed with her talent! Highly recommend her and we would definitely hire her again. We have such a happy 7 year old!

We wanted a theme-specific backdrop for our baby shower, and Melissa turned my vision into reality!…read moreThe backdrop was exactly what I wanted! It was so beautiful and now we have amazing pictures to keep as memories from our baby shower. Melissa was kind and flexible. She was creative yet cared about my input! The whole process went smoothly, from discussing my vision to set-up to clean-up. Highly recommend!

Sincerely Capri events is amazing! I had the privilege of working with Melissa from Sincerely…read moreCapri for a school fundraiser. Melissa helped bring our vision to life in a more beautiful way than we could've imagined! She worked with us on all aspects of design, giving suggestions when needed and completely wowing with her execution! Our event would've been nothing without her creations! We will definitely be using her talents again.

It was a pleasure working with Lindsay and Nicole. They were very organized and helped me with…read moreplanning and booking for the swimming Ariel mermaid for my daughter's birthday party. Placing the order and agreement/contract was very easy. Everything was done online through their website. On the day of the party, Ariel (Sierra) showed up on time. She had one helper with her. Ariel was great with the kids and everyone loved having a mermaid in the pool. She played pool games with the kids and also did balloon animals. She also sang happy birthday! It was such a memorable experience. I would definitely recommend them and consider them again for my next event.

The Mermaid Princess was a huge hit at my daughter's 5th birthday party! She gave Princess…read moremakeovers (hair, make-up, nails), had a dance party, and demonstrated Princess etiquette during a tea party! The kids had so much fun! She was so good with the kids too! She remembered all their names and made sure everyone was included. Party Karacters is professional and responsive, and I highly recommend using them for your next event!

I recently hired Cassie to help plan my best friend's 50th birthday celebration and I honestly…read moredidn't know where to begin. I needed help fast and from our initial consultation she immediately put me at ease with her thoughtful recommendations. She presented several service package options and I chose the signature package. She handled every detail which made the planning process stress free. Her communication was excellent throughout, both with me and with all of the vendors, and everything came together exactly as planned. She kept the event within my budget and helped me stay on track. Super grateful to Cassie and her team for their hard work and professionalism. They created a super fun and memorable celebration that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I would highly recommend Cassie to anyone looking for a planner who really cares about making things super special.

I really wanted to leave a 5-star review because my 40th birthday party turned out beautifully…read more Unfortunately, that was largely due to the incredible vendors and the amount of planning and problem-solving my husband ended up doing himself but not because of the planning service we received from Cassie. We hired Cassie because milestone birthday parties were advertised as her specialty. We contacted her about three months in advance to plan a Harry Potter-themed backyard party for 40 guests. We had our caterer and magician booked and were looking for someone to bring the creative vision together, manage the budget, coordinate vendors, and handle the details so we could enjoy the planning process. Cassie's greatest strength is her vendor network. Every vendor she referred us from the tablescape designer, bartender, lighting company, did an excellent job. If you're looking for vendor recommendations, she has great connections. However, for a $3,500 planning fee, we expected much more than introductions. From the beginning, we hoped for more creative direction. Cassie asked us to send inspiration photos and ideas, but her primary contribution was forwarding them to vendors. There was very little creative input beyond that. Organization was a major issue. Cassie frequently asked us the same questions, giving the impression that notes weren't being kept or that she was overcommitted. During the initial walkthrough, measurements of our backyard weren't taken. Later, we were asked to measure everything ourselves, and eventually were told a second paid walkthrough was needed because our guest count had increased. After we pointed out that this information should have been documented during the first visit, she agreed to waive the fee. Budget management was one of our biggest frustrations. We hired a planner in part to help us stay within budget, yet we ended up about 30% over with no proactive tracking or notification. We were presented with only one vendor option instead of choices at different price points, and no suggestions were made when costs kept increasing. We also repeatedly declined a photo booth, yet it continued appearing in proposals until we asked multiple times for it to be removed. Cassie created a budget spreadsheet but never maintained it. The week before the party, my husband updated every expense himself because we needed to know which vendors had been paid. The next day, Cassie sent the spreadsheet back without adding or correcting anything. Communication with vendors was also inconsistent. Deposit information was delayed or never communicated. In one instance, the backdrop artist booked another event because she never received our deposit. We hadn't paid because we were never told one was due. Throughout the planning process, we often found ourselves following up for invoices, payment instructions, and status updates instead of the other way around. The week before the party became especially stressful because we were finally being asked about making decisions for linens, menus, florals, candles, and other details that could have been finalized earlier. Several items included in the planning package--such as RSVP tracking, menus, seating cards, party favors, and ongoing budget management--were either minimally handled or not completed. When my husband raised these concerns the week before the party, Cassie said she needed time to process the feedback so she wouldn't become defensive. The next day she sent an email that didn't address our concerns and instead asked us to focus on moving forward with the party while stating that our final payment was overdue (which according to our contract it was not). Ironically, she finally signed our DocuSign contract that same day, three months after I had signed it. Unfortunately, many of the same issues carried over to the event itself. Despite being told multiple times which timeline and seating chart to use, the wrong versions were used. Guests entered through the wrong entrance and missed part of the themed welcome experience, and my husband ended up acting as the event coordinator throughout the evening to keep everything on schedule. Despite these issues, the party itself was wonderful, thanks to the incredible vendors and the effort my husband put into making the event successful. If you're primarily looking for someone with strong vendor connections, you may have a good experience. If you're looking for someone to truly manage your event, stay on top of the details and budget, reduce your stress, and take ownership of the planning process, that was not our experience. The most disappointing part is that planning my milestone 40th birthday became far more stressful than it should have been. Looking back, I honestly believe we would have had a smoother experience planning the event ourselves. I hope sharing our experience helps others make an informed decision.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Party Princess Productions OC & LA! We had four…read moreprincesses (Elsa, Anna, Cinderella, and Ariel) come to our daughter's 4th birthday party, and they made it an absolutely magical experience! From the moment they arrived, they stayed completely in character and had every child captivated. They sang beautifully, danced with the kids, played games, did face painting, and made every single child feel special. Their energy, kindness, and professionalism were outstanding. Most importantly, they made our daughter feel like a real princess. Seeing the joy on her face all day was priceless - literally worth every penny. She truly had the best day of her life! If you're looking for entertainment that will make your child's birthday unforgettable, I wholeheartedly recommend Party Princess Productions OC & LA. Thank you, Elsa, Anna, Cinderella, and Ariel, for making our little girl's birthday so magical. We will absolutely be booking with you again!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience warrants one…read more I hired an elf character based on the company's advertising, which promised an engaging holiday character who would sing, dance, play games with the kids, and offer activities like temporary tattoos. Unfortunately, the performance did not meet those expectations at all. The elf did not initiate any activities and appeared disengaged the entire time. I had to constantly prompt her to interact with the children. Several kids were upset, and multiple guests commented that she was not doing her job. At one point, she was standing in one spot chewing gum, which felt extremely unprofessional. Three of my guests even offered to write reviews on my behalf because they felt so bad about the situation. Instead of enjoying my party and hosting my adult guests, I ended up managing the entertainer myself and playing with the kids to keep them engaged--completely defeating the purpose of hiring entertainment. I contacted the company immediately after the party. The party coordinator responded promptly and confirmed that the elf claimed the children "weren't interested," which is why she didn't engage. I was told the owner would contact me to resolve the issue, but I never heard from him. I would give this service zero stars if I could. I am giving one star only because the coordinator was professional and responsive, which is the sole reason I booked this company. Unfortunately, the actual service was a major disappointment.

I am in the business to make money and not worry about planning or designing for events…read more **Scout Around** This is where art meets finesse and Laura definitely delivers. I was referred to Laura through a friend because I was asking around for an event planner and I was given several names from associates and friends. I called around and do what i do best, interview people and try to get inside their head to really understand who they are. Anybody can put a label on himself/herself and say i'm a planner. But if you're passionate about planning an event to ensure it comes out to the client's expectation, it will show in your enthusiasm and conversation. This is what I do best for business, I present materials, provide consultation, and find solutions and I love it. Clients find this quality attractive in me (not trying to get big headed) because I'm truly passionate about wanting to help out. As a result, I know what to look for when I select someone to help me with a service/job. ***My Expectation and Who I Am*** In my business, I deal with hundreds of clients a year and I cater to each and every one of them. When I give business to someone, I expect the same because that's what I deliver, excellence and exact communication. Out of all the planners I interviewed, I had a hunch Laura could follow through and I wasn't proven wrong. She went beyond what I could have predicted. ****Services Rendered**** I set up a event for some clients and I needed it to look professional, well planned, and the ambiance needed to look like something from the Ritz Carlton. Laura planned everything I needed and didn't bother with me the small details. I gave Laura my power of attorney when it came to planning and I'm glad I did. *****Networking Plus***** Laura has a huge network of other professionals she works with and for me, it's worth my time because I don't have to look for a DJ, catering company, and lighting. Of course, I did my due diligence and pre-interviewed each and every one of them before I said, "yes" and as the saying goes, "You are who you work with" is absolutely true for Laura. All her referrals were great. Someday when the powers at be (God and his sovereign plan), blesses me with a wife, I will definitely use Laura again as a wedding planner!

I attended a friend's wedding planned by Moments by LK, which is where I first met Laura. She was…read morevery sweet and professional and my friend couldn't stop raving about her wedding planning skills and trying to convince all of us to use her as well when we get married. Unfortunately, I am a #foreveralone loser so that won't be happening anytime soon. Anyway, I needed to plan a baby shower for a friend and decided it would be easier with an event planner so I didn't have to do everything myself. Laura was extremely detail oriented and made everything easy breezy. She was very easy to communicate with and she designed the cutest handmade invitations ever! Now I know where to go the next time I have to plan something. Thank you Laura!

It was a splendid experience. Couldn't ask for more. Very professional from booking and promptly…read moreaddress any concerns. We did a Frozen themed party. The costume turned out better than what the website depicted. Our person has a very lovely singing voice and sounded on track to Let It Go. Enjoyed the experience.

We had the most wonderful experience with The Princess Workshop, and Cinderella was absolutely…read moreamazing! From start to finish, she was communicative, professional, and incredibly sweet. She kept me updated on when she would be arriving and even let me know when there were 10 minutes left of her time, which I really appreciated. What truly stood out was how thoughtful and kind she was with the birthday girl. When my daughter needed a quick repaint, Cinderella handled it so gently and made her feel special the entire time. During the crown ceremony, my daughter got shy with all eyes on her, and Cinderella was so considerate of her feelings. She made the moment magical without any pressure. It was such a beautiful, memorable experience, and I couldn't recommend The Princess Workshop enough.

Went to a baby shower over the weekend and this was such a great way to remember the day! They…read morebooked the booth with the printer (really worth it, especially if you love having physical copies- and they print really fast and high quality!) Markado Events provided fun props, random and some relating to the event. Alexie was really nice and helpful- the booth is height adjustable btw! Highly recommend for parties!

Me and my husband had Markado at our wedding reception and they helped out so much! Alexie was so…read moresweet and super helpful to everyone she came in contact with. Super trusting and would highly recommend their service! They customized our photos for everyone and unlimited print outs and had some amazing props that we all loved! They even let us bring our puppy to be able to take photos with no worries, and let us use our own backdrop. Even if our backdrop looks a little funky, we had creative freedom! 10/10 recommend!