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A & L Events is a Pittsburgh based boutique founded by lifelong best friends who share a passion for planning and creating, but most of all; love. We specialize in Wedding and Event Planning Services, offering fresh perspectives to make your vision a reality. We provide professional coordination and organization so that you may enjoy your special day while we take care of the details. A & L offers a variety of convenient services that cater specifically to all of your individual wants and needs, ensuring a successful and smooth event. We recognize that each couple and event is different; therefore we emphasize the importance of personalization and creating an event that is unique to you.
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Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Planning
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- A la Carte Wedding Planning
- Budgeting
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
- RSVP Tracking
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Engagement Party
- Honeymoon
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Bridal Shower
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I worked with Toni for 60 day out coordination and could not have been happier with my experience. Toni knows what she is doing and is such a joy to work with. Before hiring A&L, I went back and forth on if I needed an additional coordinator because my venue had an event coordinator but hiring Toni was the absolute best decision. She handled all of the vendor communication, created our timeline, ran our rehearsal, was the go-to person on the day of the wedding, and so much more. I was stress free at the rehearsal and on the day of the wedding because of Toni and her expertise. I am generally a "control freak" but knowing how talented Toni is, I was able to fully trust her and let go to enjoy the day. We received compliments from family and even our venue on how great Toni was to work with. My only regret is not hiring her for the whole process! I would 100% recommend her to anyone in the wedding planning process.
Toni & Bri are exactly who you need to help plan your wedding and be there on your wedding day!! Month Of Wedding Planning & Coordination was so so helpful. It was such a relief to have A&L Events take over a month out from the wedding to tie up any loose ends & help coordinate the details with all of our vendors. I was completely stress free on my wedding day & everything was so smooth and perfect thanks to this team. The day of wedding timeline schedule that they created was so detailed & helpful for my bridal party. Toni thought of the smallest details to ensure my day was perfect. I cannot recommend this amazing team enough!!
We booked A&L Events for Planning & Design. Bri, Toni, and Lauren are the MVPs from our wedding! Our day would have not been possible without them. They are all incredible women - kind, patient, and extremely organized. I was trying to finish grad school and plan a wedding and I knew we needed help. A&L Events was on the recommended Phipps vendor list and so we immediately contacted them. Toni immediately put our mind at ease, and really understood our vision for the day. I met with Lauren at the beginning of the planning process where she put together a color palette and design plan based on what I had told her we wanted - everything from the flowers, tuxes, tablecloths, stationary, etc. She also created a Pinterest board with hundred of inspiration images. The best part was that she also linked many of potential ideas and products so if I wanted to pursue any of the ideas later - they weren’t just hypothetical, I had actual links I could use. She went above and beyond!
Toni & Bri helped us find all of our vendors. Since we were planning during COVID, we had to meet many of our vendors virtually. A&L vetted all of our vendors based on availability and what we were looking for, and then presented us with options. They also helped moderate any questions we had for the vendors. Bri came and helped us pick out linens at the showroom and was with us for all of our final venue walkthroughs. They handled all of the day-of communication with our vendors, and put together incredibly detailed timelines down to the minute - a vendor timeline, a bride timeline, and a wedding party timeline. All of our vendors kept telling us how organized everything was!
They also ensured that all of our details were included (like our memory table, our pictures, etc.), made sure our Pittsburgh Cookie Table was perfect, and put amazing finishing touches on everything. They kept our day stress free and took awesome care of us - they helped bustle my dress, and put aside a plate during cocktail hour so we could eat. Our day was so amazing because of them; they are the best!!!
Getting a wedding planner was top of my priority list, and I was so incredibly pleased with A&L's work with us during the whole process. Toni and Lauren clearly have great passion for what they do, and they had such open communication the entire time. Lauren's attention to detail with our design proposal (seriously, one of the best planning things we could have had - this guided SO many of our decisions during the process) and Toni's open communication and organization in coordinating with our vendors and us leading up to the day made us feel supported and less stressed. We loved that if we had any questions at all about our venues, vendor selection, etc, we could easily text or email these gals and they would speedily get back to us with a thorough response. We certainly could not have pulled off our wedding without A&L and we are forever grateful for having them on our team! Highly recommend A&L if you are even the slightest bit considering a wedding planner - well, well worth the investment :) Thanks Toni and Lauren!!
A&L had been by our side since 2019, and saw our wedding day through to 2021. With many changes of plans through the 2020 year, we were so incredibly grateful to have A&L -- they simply took care of everything with planning, and re-planning! Our day turned out to be exactly how we had envisioned and we couldn't have imaged going through the planning process or day-of without them!! Thank you A&L for making our wedding SO special!
A&L are simply amazing. They took my vision and made it come to life better than I could have ever dreamed! They kept me organized and helped me plan the most incredible wedding. Everything about the planning process was easy and seamless working with them. On the day of we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. There was even a small issue with a late rental that they handled like the badass ladies they are! You would be lucky to get to work with these amazing ladies!
Toni and Lauren were incredible to work with! We worked with them as their catering team for a wedding at EIC. Their planning process was detailed where all our needs were met and exceeded. Our client was relaxed and well taken care of. They are a tremendous team.
My wedding day would not have been the same without A & L events. Both their day of and design & planning services really made my day more perfect than I could imagine. On my wedding day itself, I was not contacted by a single vendor with a question. I can only imagine all of the work that the A & L team was doing to get the day ready while I enjoyed time getting ready with my bridesmaids and relaxing. They took care of every detail throughout the day from coordinating vendors, arranging decor, to even hanging my dress and putting my bouquet in a vase in my bridal suite. I was truly worry free on my wedding day which was such a gift because I was able to focus on my guests and husband and enjoying myself! However, it wasn't just on the wedding day that A& L's services helped create the perfect day. Their vendor recommendations helped me assemble a "dream team". My mom and bridesmaids kept asking "how did you find this vendor" and my response was always "my planners did!" They also provided multiple design proposals for me. From just looking at my Pintrest pins and talking to me about my vision they were able to pull together all of the details I wanted. They also threw in beautiful design elements and personal touches that I would have never thought of myself. Aside from that, A & L were always there to help me throughout the planning process with all of the random questions and concerns that I had. I am so glad that Toni, Lauren, and team were part of my day and helped me create the perfect wedding!!!
I cannot imagine getting through the wedding planning process without A&L! They were incredible. Toni & Lauren are super organized, thorough, detail oriented and great problem solvers. They were so helpful during the planning process and then were absolute life savers on the day of my wedding. They were there when I needed them, but also took care of everything else I wasn't even aware of. A&L were the calming forces I needed on my wedding day and gave me so much peace of mind so I could enjoy the day. They were so lovely to work with - I can't thank them enough!
A&L was hands down the best decision we ever made! They made this entire process super relaxing and enjoyable for us. They are so professional and we loved working with them! I would highly recommend their services!
Hiring A&L was the BEST thing I did to plan my wedding. I hired them for their full service package. Lauren and Toni were not only AMAZING to work with, they executed my vision perfectly and took a lot of stress off of me. They are professional and their attention to detail was awesome. I would recommend hiring Lauren and Toni for anyone planning a large event, especially a wedding. I will be hiring them in the future for any event I need help planning and executing. My wedding was the best day of my life, and I could not have pulled it off without the amazing ladies of A&L
Working with A&L Events was BY FAR the best decision we made throughout our wedding planning process. Lauren and Toni helped us 3 months before our wedding to take the final details and communication off of our plate. They helped to coordinate with vendors, make final decisions regarding design and details, create detailed timelines, and take all of the stress off of us.
Not only was the wedding planning process a breeze thanks to A&L, the day of our wedding was absolutely magical. It is a day we will always treasure, and we look back on how perfect everything was, thanks to these gals.
Hiring A&L events for a partial planning service was hands down the best investment we made into our wedding. From conception of the design elements and overall look, to hiring and coordination of vendors, to execution of rehearsal and the wedding day, everything was perfect. We didn’t have a strong vision for what we wanted our wedding to look like when we got engaged. Toni and Lauren got to know us and helped us to articulate the feeling and vibe we wanted our day to have. They let that inform their design proposals to create a day that truly felt like “us.” Throughout the planning process, they were always available to answer questions, problem-solve, and share their expertise. My husband, family and I had absolutely no stress on the wedding day because everything was being handled by Toni, Lauren, and Bri, and we were fully confident in their abilities. Everything was organized, on-time, and gorgeous. So many people (guests and vendors alike) commented to me on how smooth the day went— no wedding “disasters” in sight! Toni and Lauren are smart, creative, professional, dedicated women who clearly have SUCH a passion for their work. My wedding was a total dream, and I credit A&L Events for bringing every perfect detail to life. We will never be able to express our gratitude, and truly cannot recommend them highly enough!
Where do I even begin with how amazing A&L Events is?!? We hired Toni and Lauren for our month of coordination, and it was the best decision we made throughout the entire planning process. They were on top of every detail during that month, all the way up to the day of. From the consultation meeting to our wedding day, they were organized, efficient, passionate, hard-working, and so sweet! They do whatever is needed to take the stress off the bride, groom, and their families, to ensure your wedding weekend is enjoyable as possible. Not only do we highly recommend Toni and Lauren, but all of our vendors had nothing but amazing things to say about these two girls! As I tell everyone, Toni and Lauren are top notch! We highly recommend them for all your wedding planning needs. I can’t recommend these two enough!
Tori Horan
Groom – My wife is right! Toni and Lauren are top notch wedding planners. Period. They were prompt, organized, reliable and very reasonably priced. They took the stress off of us as we approached wedding day, and more importantly, on wedding day.
In my opinion, here is the #1 reason to hire a wedding planner like A&L Events: On wedding day, if anyone from the wedding party, or parents, or guests, or vendors need anything, they go straight to Toni and Lauren. This allowed my wife and I to socialize, dance, and enjoy our wedding day. Good stuff girls!
Michael Horan
Hiring A & L Events as our wedding planner was easily the best decision and money spent throughout the entire wedding planning process. Looking back at our wedding in November, I can say with confidence that we never had that "something went wrong" moment, which is a direct reflection of the level of detail, professionalism, and organization both Toni and Lauren provide. Our day ran seamlessly and allowed not only us as Bride and Groom, but our immediate family and bridal party, to have an amazing and stress-free day. The final two weeks prior to the wedding were the easiest for me as a Bride, and I did not have a single person contact me the day of the wedding, allowing me to fully enjoy myself and not worry about a thing. I had full trust in these girls to bring our design, style, and vision to life, and they went above and beyond my expectations. One of my favorite memories from our wedding day is seeing our ballroom for the first time, empty of guests, and dancing with my husband all by ourselves. From the elegance and beauty of the room, to the quiet and intimate moment we received before the reception started, it just highlighted how Toni and Lauren were in tune with making our day perfect for the two of us and one we will always remember. Their prompt communication, attention to detail, and flawless organization make A & L Events an easy choice for your wedding planning needs. The money that we spent to hire them was more than just wedding planning - it is invaluable to know that the time spent at my wedding was just having fun and taking in all of the love and sights of what was planned for so long. The day already goes by so quickly, but using A & L Events allowed us to embrace every second.
Where do I even begin to tell you how wonderful these ladies are or how you NEED to hire them? Lauren and Toni we’re absolutely the BEST before, during, and after the wedding process. From the day I spoke with Lauren on the phone about what A&L had to offer I was hooked. She was a long lost friend that I wanted to help me plan my wedding.
From the very beginning they were able to take all of my crazy ideas in my head and make it come to life! I have a demanding job and was not able to contact vendors or send emails when I needed too. A&L was there in the last month to take on everything and it was like a weight was lifted. They helped keep me calm in some pretty stressful situations with other vendors but again it was totally calming having them there. Worth every penny and I can’t sing higher praises for these two lovely ladies! They deserve more than 5 stars!
On Nov. 10th my daughter was married in Pittsburgh. After planning for over a year, the wedding and reception were stunning. We have A & L to thank for it. We used them to help bring my daughter's vision together, finding potential vendors, and the last 30 days prior to the wedding. Having recently retiring, I was able to help with things, but it did get stressful closer to the wedding. If you are working and don't have someone to help you, take my advice and reach out to A & L. Weddings can be costly, but this was the best money I spent! Lauren and Toni were wonderful. The day of the wedding we had no surprises and they coordinated everything for us. It was so relaxing to get ready and not worry about setting anything up.
I can put into words how amazing these two women are and how beautiful they made my wedding. They have helped me since I got engaged by sending me inspiration on designs and suggesting vendors.They work harder then anyone I have ever seen before. My parents, family and friends can't stop raving about how hard they worked during my wedding. They shared a detailed day-of schedule with everyone, which made me feel super comfortable with the flow. When I was getting closer to my wedding day they were very flexible to meet with me to go over reaching out to vendors and to go over the schedule. When I needed more chairs last minute they quickly reached out to a vendor and confirmed it within hours! It was truly amazing. I highly suggest A&L Events! They are beautiful strong women who have a passion for planning events and give it their all in everything they do!
One of the most important aspects of planning our wedding was finding the perfect wedding planner. I had so many ideas in my mind and needed someone to help us execute it all. I knew after our first meeting that Toni and Lauren were the perfect match for us. I can't find enough words to say about them. They understood our vision completely and we had full trust in them. Not only where they organized, attentive and efficient leading up to the wedding day, they handled every little detail the day of. Our wedding day went smoother than I could have ever imagined and they went above and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend A&L Events to any bride!
Both Toni and Lauren were great to work with and so helpful when planning our wedding. They made the last couple months of planning such an easy process for us and it helped relieve so much stress. My better half only had one minor freak out through the entire planning process, so I think that says it all right there! I have no doubt a large part of that was all the coordination from A&L events. Between the recommendations, the walk through, rehearsal, day of services, and so many other services provided, I’m not sure our wedding could have been any better than what we experienced. It was literally everything we wanted it to be and no doubt a large part of that was from the help of these two. Thank you both for everything!
We hired Toni and Lauren for our August wedding. From the first meeting we had with them, they put my mind at ease. I knew they’d make our wedding day spectacular and they fully delivered. They understood our vision of what we wanted on our wedding day and executed it perfectly. I can’t recommend these two enough!
I wish I could give A & L Events more than 5 stars. We hired Toni and Lauren for our day of coordination and it was the best decision we could have made. Our day would have not gone off as perfectly as it did without these two amazingly attentive, creative, and detail-oriented women. They gave the utmost attention to every detail and every request that we had and really brought our vision to life.
Even from the beginning of the collaboration, all of our meetings were so organized that any stress I had about wedding planning was put at ease due to the confidence I had in the two of them. They were there for me when I needed a quick question answered, a vendor contacted, any last minute changes and really handled all of the vendor details and final confirmations during the crucial month out time frame. Without their attention to those pieces, I would have been in way over my head. They just know exactly what to do to provide the bride and groom and their families with a relaxing, fun and successful wedding experience. True story: we previewed our reception space before cocktail hour and cried tears of joy when seeing the wonderful job they did setting up all of the decorations and bringing all of the pieces together and bringing our dream wedding to life. It went above and beyond my imagination. They were crucial in the entire weekend from the rehearsal, to getting me down the aisle on time and stress free at the ceremony to all of the needs at the reception. I give them the highest accolades and will recommend them to everyone I know whether they ask for a recommendation or not. That's how much I believe in A & L events and their ability to provide the perfect day to every type of wedding, whether its a big or small affair, during dinner or brunch, outdoor or indoor, and everything in between.
To all of the future brides and grooms reading this, I promise, from the bottom of my heart, you that you will be thankful for having Toni and Lauren at A&L events handling the most important day of your lives.
I am so glad we used A & L Events for our wedding! Toni was our day of coordinator and she was amazing to work with. She went above and beyond all night long to make sure the day was everything I dreamed of. I did not have to stress at all about the details or if everything would be done correctly. She took my vision and decorations and made the venue look absolutely perfect. The day was truly better than I could have imagined and Toni played a huge part of making that happen. I would recommend them to every person planning a wedding!
A&L Events was quite possibly the best part of my wedding planning process! Hiring Lauren was one of the best decisions I could have ever made. I highly recommend their services. I was able to keep my mind off of all the business related details the day of my wedding which meant my stress level was down and I was able to enjoy my family, friends, and dance the night away! Thank you Lauren!
A & L Events has a delightful uniqueness about the way they run their business. Lauren and Toni are the most delightful people to work with, and hold a standard of professionalism like no other. In working with them through collaborative shoots, they were creative, timely, and always available to contact about every little detail. These ladies create such an experience for their clients and create something that's truly magic. We cannot say enough about the work they do!
We hired Toni and Lauren Of A&L for the month of coordination our wedding. It was THE BEST decision we made through the whole wedding planning process!! They not only helped us for the month of our wedding but from the moment we signed a contract with them they answered our emails and any questions we had quickly and efficiently. We had a large wedding and had a lot of things for them to help us with the month of our wedding and the day of. They are very professional and work so flawlessly. On top of their professionalism they are so sweet and we enjoyed every meeting we had with them!! If you are looking for wedding planners or month of coordinators...do not look any further you have found your girls!
I have worked with the talented ladies of A&L Events on several occasions and I can't rave about them enough! They are extremely professional and amazing to work with, and I am always so impressed with how they are willing to go above and beyond for their clients. Lauren and Toni love what they do, and will make your event everything you hoped for and more! I can't wait for our future collaborations together! Thank you, ladies, for making every event spectacular!
Lauren + Toni were so sweet to work with! They were on-the-ball with the day-of coordination, and theirs was one of my FAVORITE weddings of the year to photograph!
Toni and Lauren were my month-of planners for my summer wedding and I honestly could not have asked for two more involved, organized, and caring planners to entrust my big day with. They thought of every single detail that hadn't even crossed my mind and made sure everything went smoothly leading up to and on the wedding day. If I can offer advice to anyone planning their wedding, it's to get planners like A & L Events even if you think you don't need one. It will be such a relief to you, your family, and all of your guests!!
I was unsure of whether or not I wanted to get a wedding planner but I am SO glad I did! Toni & Lauren were amazing wedding planners and I felt completely relaxed on the day of my wedding because of them. They even went above and beyond to make sure that my rehearsal dinner was perfect as well. They were always professional and there when I needed advice on my wedding. I would highly recommend them to anyone even if you are just looking for a "day of" planner. They made a huge difference in my wedding day!
Toni and Lauren were the absolute best to work with. We used them for day of coordination, which actually included a lot more services than we expected. They did so much for us, and took so much stress off of us, it was amazing. They are super organized and made us feel like our wedding was the only one they were working on. Working with Toni and Lauren felt more like working with two friends, which was great. They did everything they possibly could to make our day special and I would recommend to any bride to hire them.
Toni and Lauren are amazing to work with. They take the stress right out of your wedding day. You can really trust them to get the job done. The last week before your wedding is by far the most stressful time and I was thankful to have Toni and Lauren there making the calls and coordinating times with all my vendors. They compiled a day of timeline and made sure everyone was kept on track and they day went as smooth as possible. They checked in on my periodically to ensure that I didn't need anything
I used A & L Events for my day-of wedding coordination and it could not have been a better match. I worked closely with Toni for my timelines, day-of set up and coordination. She was wonderful! All of my questions were answered and my concerns swept away with their amazing knowledge of wedding planning and what a bride truly wants. The careful attention to detail and to my vision were such a relief leading up to my ceremony. Toni worked with the venue's team to make sure my decorations were perfect. Without the help of A & L, my wedding day would have been much more stressful. Thanks to them, I was able to enjoy every minute of that special day and I greatly appreciate all of their help!
Lauren and Toni of A & L Events are amazing!!! Experienced, professional, organized, passionate, hard-working, and detail-oriented, these girls are excellent event planners and I could not recommend their services more! A & L were our wedding planners for our very unique and DIY wedding. A & L were truly our advocates for our vision! They understood what we wanted to accomplish and were not afraid to make it happen! At our first meeting, we were so impressed by Lauren and Toni’s receptivity, creativity, flexibility and attention to every detail we shared with them. They really listened and understood what we were trying to accomplish. A & L have such amazing “can do” attitudes with a willingness to problem solve and take on any responsibility that was needed, big or small. A & L always kept us informed and kept in close touch with us throughout our planning process, which put this bride-to-be’s mind at ease! There was a particular moment that stood out to me. I was stressed by a decision we needed to make. Amidst the chaos Lauren pulled me aside to ask me individually how I truly felt. I was so touched by her sensitivity and kindness! She and Toni made sure each decision reflected our vision, and I am so glad we did not have to compromise in any way. They were always prepared and their assistance took such a load of stress off of me, me, my husband, and our families. Due to their experience they knew the right questions to ask and when. They did so much for us! On our actual wedding weekend, they set up the entire reception venue and transformed a 100-year-old barn into a dreamy fairytale setting. They also kept our entire bridal party and our families organized and on schedule. Our guests were amazed by the entire day (all thanks to A & L’s hard work) and our vendors were raving at how easy A & L made the weekend go for them as well. These girls are such go-getters and as sweet as can be. Our wedding day could not have been successful without them! We give A & L’s services top marks for their services, attitudes, preparation and heart they gave to our wedding. An easy recommendation for me to make!
Toni and Lauren were the missing piece in the puzzle of my sister's wedding. The event was a full-on DIY, with coordination necessary between a dozen different vendors. These two ladies organized meetings with my family prior to the event to discuss the bride's vision for the day and the timeline for the weekend. Toni and Lauren created color-coded timelines unique to the bridal party, my parents, and themselves, complete with A&L action items, their phone numbers, and specific times down to five minute increments. They took an enormous amount of stress off of my family and the bride herself. Toni and Lauren are organized, professional, hard workers, and I would highly recommend their event planning services to anyone who is planning a wedding.
A & L Events was truly a pleasure to work with. I felt at ease and enjoyed my day to the fullest, exactly like I expressed to them in our first meeting! They were my voice, eyes and ears - they made every decision easier and provided me with such great insight. I couldn't recommend them enough for a bride-to-be!
If you're ladies to take care of your every need whether it be months in advance or day of - Toni and Lauren are your girls! Toni was there every step of the way, helping with all of the wedding details. She took time to meet with the vendors, have conversations with them and truly make sure they understood my vision of what I would expect to be a "perfect wedding day". She helped with flowers, colors, hairstyles, vendors... when I said everything, I mean everything. Lauren and Toni both acted as our day-of coordinators. Toni was on phone duty and answered all of the calls that needed to be taken care of and made sure I had no idea that something was happening that shouldn't be. She was a rock star. Lauren came with us to the reception venue days before to learn about where things needed to go and get contacts, was at the rehearsal to make sure everyone was acting appropriately in mass and made it down the aisle (including myself :) ). She also took on the huge role of making sure the reception was set up perfectly. I could've have asked for a better team to help me out on the most important day for Dan and I. We loved these girls like they were family and hopefully plan together with them soon to celebrate the amazing job they did for us. Thank you ladies!!
A & L events did an AMAZING job with my wedding. Toni was onsite as our day-of coordinator and made sure that everything went smoothly. She attended our rehearsal and made sure we were comfortable heading into our big day. That day, she made sure that every little thing was covered -- from working with vendors to making sure decorations were perfect. A & L gave me peace of mind on my big day -- the best gift a bride can ask for! Absolutely would hire these ladies again. :)
I can put into words how amazing these two women are and how beautiful they made my wedding. They have helped me since I got engaged by sending me inspiration on designs and suggesting vendors.They work harder then anyone I have ever seen before. My parents, family and friends can't stop raving about how hard they worked during my wedding. They shared a detailed day-of schedule with everyone, which made me feel super comfortable with the flow. When I was getting closer to my wedding day they were very flexible to meet with me to go over reaching out to vendors and to go over the schedule. When I needed more chairs last minute they quickly reached out to a vendor and confirmed it within hours! It was truly amazing. I highly suggest A&L Events! They are beautiful strong women who have a passion for planning events and give it their all in everything they do!
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