After interviewing at least five wedding planners and still not feeling confident we had found the right fit, we decided to interview one more, and that decision led us to Kelley. ...From our very first interaction, Kelley stood out immediately. She was calm, confident, professional, and incredibly personable. She truly listened to our vision, asked thoughtful questions, and clearly explained what she could provide, which gave us instant trust in her experience and work ethic.
We hired Kelley more than two years ahead of our wedding, which we knew was far in advance, but she never once made us feel like we were “too early” or an afterthought. Instead, she was consistently present and engaged throughout our entire extended planning process. Her work ethic is exceptional. From vendor recommendations and contract reviews, to brainstorming and refining our design vision, managing vendor communication, building detailed timelines, and even offering the use of her own décor, Kelley went above and beyond at every stage.
Communication was one of the biggest reasons we felt so supported. Kelley was always quick to respond via text or email and was often available to hop on a call or FaceTime when we needed reassurance or wanted to talk through details. She also wasn’t afraid to step in and advocate for us with vendors if questions or concerns came up, which was invaluable and removed so much stress from our shoulders.
About two to three months before our wedding, Kelley fully took over all logistics and vendor communication. She created a comprehensive timeline for the entire weekend, ensured every vendor was aligned, and made us feel completely confident that everything was under control. Her calm attitude and confidence were exactly what we needed during those final months and on the wedding weekend itself.
On our big day, Kelley and her team arrived early, worked seamlessly with our venue team, and executed everything flawlessly. They helped create the most beautiful winter-scape wedding, truly beyond anything we could have imagined. Throughout the entire process, Kelley felt less like a planner and more like a trusted friend. Saying goodbye was genuinely hard, and we still miss our quick and funny messages with her.
One of our main goals in hiring a planner was to save at least as much as their cost, and Kelley absolutely delivered, and then some. Between her guidance, vendor expertise, and advocacy, she more than paid for herself. We would highly recommend Kelley and A La Carte Events to any couple looking for a planner with an incredible work ethic, excellent communication, a calm and positive attitude, and true value for the cost.