reviews and testimonials
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
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- Quality of Service: 5.0
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- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Michelle and her staff did a wonderful job managing the events of the day so we could enjoy our daughter's wedding! You can't capture these special moments with your family and friends while you are working your own party. Leave it to the professionals, contact Michelle at Essence of Events! You will be glad you did!
-Mary (Mother of the Bride)
Services Used: Unlimited Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
This lady right here, let me tell you gets S*** done! I purchased the most expensive package cause I had no idea where to start or what to do and now looking back I'm surprised she didn't charge more for the pure quality of her service! So well organized, so detail oriented, and she turned our ideas into a dream come true! Our wedding was 180 people, large, magnificent and perfectly attributed to Phantom of The Opera! She ensured every detail we wanted was a reality and if any vendors gave us trouble she put them in line! Also if you want a big wedding but need to save money, this gal is the one you need, she saved us thousands of dollars with ideas I would never have thought of and has connections to some of the best vendors in the state! She's the best decision I ever made while planning my wedding, let her make your dreams come true on your special day!
-Monica
Services Used: Unlimited Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Love Michelle!
Michelle was amazing. She is so great and easy to work with and really gave me such peace of mind on my wedding day. I had a huge grand wedding and knowing she know what I wanted let me just enjoy my day and not worry about it. And my wedding day was absolutely perfect! I only used her day-of coordination services since I did most other things myself, but it was one of the best decisions I made! Every bride should have a day of coordinator!!! And if you are looking for someone to help with more planning she is the perfect gal to go to! She can really do everything if you need it! Highly recommend!
-Lisa B.
Services Used: Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Very Happy!
We were very happy with their services. I was very nervous in the beginning about decorating for the event and had a lot of questions. I emailed Michelle a lot and she answered all of my emails right away. It helped me to not worry as much and I felt like someone was there for me.
We had our wedding at our house, so there was a lot of decorating to do and details to be arranged. On the wedding day I was busy getting my hair done and was not around to supervise or do anything. I had planned to do all of the decorating and flowers myself but I had ran out of time. I had a pile of decorations and a laundry room full of buckets of flowers and vases. EOE came in and took over everything and did an AMAZING job! As soon as they got there I did not have to worry about anything! Every once in awhile I would get nervous and ask if they did this or that and they always had. Our wedding was beautifully decorated thanks to them, they even decorated my wedding cake beautifully with flowers.
We did not have a rehearsal dinner and we were getting nervous about the procession, but they guided us through that with no problem.
There was a point a month before the wedding that I wondered if I needed a planner, but now I am SO glad we had EOE and I would recommend them to anyone. The bottom line is, they made me feel like a guest at my own wedding. In the sense that I could sit back and just enjoy myself and they were taking care of directing the affair and making sure everything happened when and as it should. It was well worth the price and makes your wedding day a lot more enjoyable. You can tell Michelle has done a thousand weddings, because she is always calm, as if she has handled it all before, and I believe she has!
-Susan
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Décor Concepts and Design, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Super Planner!
Very well organized and did a great job for our wedding. Everything went as planned and on time even though we (wedding couple) made things a bit difficult. Very professional in getting everybody to do what was needed and getting people organized especially during rehearsal. Overall a very good job done by Michelle and her assistants at Essence of Events. Use them, and this is coming from the groom.
-Jason and Lourdes
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
I have to say at the beginning we were not to convinced about having a wedding planner. Then we realized that it was our day and we didn't want to be running around like crazy the day of our wedding.
We started looking and saw that you can have a coordinator for the day. We were trying to save some money. I met Michelle at the wedding expo. I stopped just to ask about there service and she was very nice, professional and helpful.
We set an appointment and from there we realized it was well worth it. They listened to our ideas, our concerns and to everything. They gave us ideas and lots of info.
Everything was perfect the day of the wedding. They did an amazing job. To this day we have a lot of friends and family members who give us a lot of good compliments about our wedding. They also commented on how organized, smooth, beautiful and how wonderful of a job she did.
I highly recommend Michelle and her team. They took a big weight off of our shoulders. She was on top of everything. If you are thinking of having a wedding it is worth it to have a wedding planner. I highly recommend it because you will not regret it a bit. We love these girls and would recommend them to anyone.
Thanks,
Essence of Events team
-Jazmin & Todd Studebaker :-)
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
My husband and I loved our wedding. We couldn't have done such a great job without the help of our wedding planner. Michelle and her team are so nice to work with. It made my wedding planning process a lot easier. I definitely would recommend them.
-Stephanie C.
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
We can't say enough about Essence of Events. Michelle and company have now planned and completed both my son and daughters weddings this year. Both were AMAZING. No mess no stress for the bride, groom , family, they took care of everything. It was do smooth. My daughters wedding was in April, we had a photographer planned. I called the morning of the wedding to confirm the time with the photographer to find out there no longer was one. STRESSED OUT MOM. Essence of Events came yo the rescue. Michelle also took all pictures for the wedding and OMG I couldn't of asked for better. I have cried all over again. Michelle has capture so many magical moments. I guarantee you will NOT be disappointed.
Services Used: Photography, Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation, Unique Services (Other)
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
The Staff at Essence of Events was absolutely wonderful to work with. Michelle and her crew were able to bring my vision to life after just one meeting. Essence of Events kept in contact with me on a regular basis throughout the planning process and made me feel at ease when I had doubts about what to do. When it came down to the final days I received daily emails with updates (and even some reminders) that helped to keep the whole event on track. In the end my Wedding was a success! And I truly believe that I could not have done it myself.
Thank you so much Michelle!
To any bride that is hesitant about the expense of a wedding planner: Hire Michelle and team. They are worth it.
-Stephanie and Jaime
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
-Jana
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Equipment Rentals, Floral, Décor Concepts and Design
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
This company goes above and beyond the call of duty! They will make your special day more incredible than you could ever imagine! The smallest details were paid attention to!!! I cant thank them enough for being there in the overwhelming days leading up to our wedding day as well as till the very end!!!
-Cortney
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
I can not say enough amazing things about Michelle and her assistant. All the things that went off smoothly at our wedding would not have happened without them! Michelle was really great- super helpful, and was even able to help me get a (pretty last minute) hair and makeup appointment! There were times when we were planning our wedding that we thought we did not need a pro, but there's so many things that we didn't even think about, and Michelle was right on it, making sure everything was where it should be, that the vendors were all taken care of, and that everything went off without a hitch! She's a dream, and I would recommend her highly to anyone getting married.
-Heather
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
I could not of asked for a better day. Thank you so much for making it all come together.
-Private User
Services Used: Floral, Wedding Planning. Wedding Day Coordination
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Michelle and her team did an amazing job on my wedding for having such short notice to plan. She was very helpful getting my taste to show through with my decor. On the day of the wedding she helped me to stay relaxed and took care of everything. I could not have asked for a better, beautiful and wonderful day.
-Emily
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Hiring Michelle was one of the best decisions we made during the whole wedding planning process. Having a planner can be expensive, but it was one of the best use of money in our whole wedding.
Michelle did all the work and running around for our three day event so that my groom an I could enjoy our wedding rather than survive it.
Thanks Michelle!
-Elizabeth
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Essence of Events is THE best! Professional, understanding, and always a step ahead of things. Without them, I wouldn't have had the wedding of my dreams.
-Sienna (Bride)
Very professional, really made everything run so smoothly. Organized and on top of everything, we didn't have to worry about anything, always a step ahead. These special events in life are so important and can never be repeated so always go with the best and most trusted.
Thank you
-Julie (Mother of the Bride)
Phenomenal! Made our daughter's wedding go very smooth. Can't imagine not having!
-Jerry (Father of the Bride)
Services Used: Wedding Planning and Wedding Day Coordination
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
I am so glad that Michelle Culp of Essence of Events, LLC was my Wedding Planner! Because of her, I saved money and kept to my budget! I was also inspired by Michelle to find even better ways to create a very memorable wedding!
-Hannah
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, DJ, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation, Favors & Gifts, Invitations, Unique Services (Other)
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
If you want to work with someone who can see your vision and bring it to life then The Essence of Events is the Company you should work with. Every little detail was taken care of which relieved the stress of planning such an important event. My wedding is still being talked about as one of the most beautiful, organized, loving weddings in the family. The decorations, the food, everything was just perfect.
-Anonymous
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation, Favors & Gifts, Invitations, Unique Services (Other)
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Essence of Events is on the ball - I had explicit details of how I wanted our reception hall to be set up and they followed through to a T. They were confident in their abilities, offered up great suggestions and left me feeling completely at ease that they would complete the look I was after. Yahoo!!!! Thanks ladies, everything was spot on. :)
-Katie
Services Used: Setup and Takedown, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation, Unique Services (Other)
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
I could not have asked for a better day. Thank you so much for making it all come together.
-Private User
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Teardown
5 Stars out of 5
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Nice to work with, professional result.
-John E.
Services Used: Gold Gilded books for a Candy Store Opening
Essence of events did a wonderful job. Michelle was a fantastic planner, I would recommend her services to anybody.
Thanks Again
-Gillespies
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Teardown
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
- Quality of Service: 5.0
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- Value: 5.0
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- Quality of Service: 5.0
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- Value: 5.0
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Loved working with Michelle she made everything go off without a hitch.
Michelle is great, she went above and beyond to help make my wedding day special! She is also very reasonably priced!
-Maura
Services Used: Wedding Planning, Vendor Referrals, Rehearsal and Wedding Day Coordination, Setup and Takedown, Floral, Equipment Rentals, Décor Concepts and Design, Custom Décor Creation
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
Great ladies. Seem very professional. Very dedicated to what they do.
-Janeen
- Quality of Service: 5.0
- Responsiveness: 5.0
- Professionalism: 5.0
- Value: 5.0
- Flexibility: 5.0
-Catherine F.
vendor endorsements
past clients' thank you's
I just wanted to say Thank You so very much for everything! We really appreciated you, Katie and Amanda and everything you did for us to make our day special! We are so grateful for your expertise and guidance through the planning and couldn't have done and had fun with out you all! Everyone raved about how great the wedding was and definitely about how organized and how well it flowed throughout the night! We were so blessed to have you all! We were truly in the best hands possible!
Thank you so much!
-Mira & Kael
Thank you for all your work and support for our biggest day of our lives! Your creativity and excitement has been so much fun to work with. Thank you for always hearing us out and making us happy.
Cheers,
Tarin & Nick
Thank you SO much for such a great day! Although you were working, we hope you had a good time too!
We will be spreading the good word of your services, and will keep you in mind for our future too!
Thanks Again!
-Megan & Julian
We sincerely thank you for your company and good wishes for helping make the day a celebration to remember.
- Monica & Austin
Thank you so much for working with us this past month. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to working with you more in the future.
Thanks again,
-Corbin, Drew & Beka @ Coast Drape
Lisa and I thank you for all the hard work and great results, you achieved with Liz and Sean's Wedding. You took good care of Lisa and me and our peculiar, special needs; and we could see that you gave the same care and calm attention to detail throughout the weekend and its various demands.
No doubt, it would have been a happy occasion, regardless. But it's no small thing that it was a happy, stress-free occasion.
Thank you so much.
All the best,
-Paul & Lisa
You have been the biggest help! Without you we would be lost in the sea. Jaz and I really appreciate your time spent helping us. Oh my goodness Michelle, what would we do without you??!! You've been more then generous with helping out with everything. We'd be a wreck if it wasn't for all your planning and organizing everything.
Thank you so much!
-Marcus & Jazmine
Wow! I mean WOW!
You were incredible! All your hard work and planning really paid off. What a BEAUTIFUL wedding!...And besides everything else... I enjoyed getting to know you better.
-Charolette
It was the best day of our lives we are thrilled with how everything went! Thank you so much!!!
-Katlyn & Marcus
