Dejanae Events LLC

recommend Desireé for all of your coordinating needs.

d a variety of moving pieces from photographers to videographers to our ceremony and reception locations being 40 minutes apart and other various logistical circumstances, to the various entertainment aspects we had at our reception from dance crews, to MCs to different drum lines, comedians, etc Desiree and her team handled everything on time and with true grace. Desiree not only ensured that my husband and I were comfortable throughout the day but looked out for our wedding party, parents, siblings, family etc. We both truly were stress free the entire day and we attribute all of that to Desiree and her team. Words don’t do enough justice but we HIGHLY recommend choosing Dejanae events as your wedding planner and/or day of coordinator! Thank you Desiree for everything! - The CharlyBrowns

erfectly and on time. There was not one issue and if there was, I was never aware because her and her team handled it. Without Desiree, I know my wedding day would not have been as perfect as it was. Desiree-Thank you for everything!

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ree, I knew that we’d soon become the best of friends for the 6+ months we had to prep for our wedding. She was so warm, energetic and best of all, authentic. In this industry, so many people are just looking to grab / pick-up clients for the money when you really need to be equally yolked as it pertains to style and vision as you’ll be working with them very closely. I thought that I’d be able to plan my wedding with minimal help, but Oh Boy was I wrong. I am so glad that Desiree was there to pick up the pieces, suggest things when I just plain ole’ forgot and remind me of some important things that we had to complete during the process. I enjoyed Desiree’s professionalism. There was never a time where I questioned if I had chosen the right person / Company to help facilitate the biggest day of my life. I must say that it was magical and we appreciate her daily for helping us make it one of the best days our lives. Desiree / Dejanae Events thank you again for your professionalism, positive energy and drive.

about how on the ball she was when it came to directing at the rehearsal and the day of. I told her on my wedding day that I would be calling her for the baby shower lol, not there yet but I WILL be calling Desiree.

ut to her to schedule an appointment she called me back and the excitement in her voice over my being engaged was very heartfelt. From our very first conversation to our first meeting, Desiree was listening and taking notes on my vision for my wedding. She is punctual, detailed focused, honest and most of all highly professional. Desiree's professionalism helps negotiations, conflict resolutions and anxieties fade away with her warm personality. As a bride you will be amazed at the little things that can cause anxiety, it is very important to hire a wedding coordinator/planner who can keep all parties focused on the end product; a very beautiful wedding day. This the best investment I made for my wedding planning. I chose to have the full services provided by Dejanae events and couldn't be happier. Desiree' is a great communicator, and helps navigate all incidents that will occur in the planning of your wedding. I am now experiencing separation anxiety, because she holds your hand every step of the way through the process. Planning your big day can be stressful however Desiree of Dejanae Events makes it very fun. My advice to a new bride to be, hire Desiree, be present in every moment, this will be the fastest year of your life, and enjoy this time of your life.

, here goes… With less than a month away from our wedding date, our venue pulled out. And with less than a month away, I hired Dejanae Events. Needless to say, I was stressed beyond belief. However, Desiree (Head Planner), assured me that she can take care of everything. And for those of us on a budget, I can customize anything I need to. Which I was and which I did. I requested day of services, but she was in the loop on all the details as I planned our event. During the wedding rehearsal, we were beyond impressed with the knowledge that she has, experience that shows, and the level of professionalism she provided. She got us in/out of our rehearsal within 1 hour! She requested a list of our wish list items and nailed every one of them. She has resources for AhMaZing vendors that also will work with ANY budget. Tip: (Ask for her floral guy) If I had an opportunity to rewind, I would hire this company to do full scale planning, but that is on me, as I just can’t give up control. But I have finally met a company/person that I would fully trust. This means a lot, so to ALL of YOU BRIDES TO BE. Trust my review and AT LEAST interview this company, you will NOT be disappointed!

d. She was always professional and worked with the staff at our venue and our vendors flawlessly. She even got some of the best photos/videos of the day and truly blended in with our guests. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding coordinator and HIGHLY recommend her for anyone looking.

in to question me on our wedding planning. After not being able to answer most of her questions she suggested that we work with a wedding coordinator and referred us to Dejanae Events. I’m so glad she did! I also had to convince my husband, who is a tough sell, on the need to hire a coordinator. After our first consultation with Dejanae Events, he was ready to sign the check. We had the pleasure to work with the owner, Desiree. Desiree, a wedding and event coordinator for nearly 20 years, was astute, personable and was a pleasure to work with. With busy work and life schedules, we were happy to have a coordinator that kept us organized, kept us on track with deadlines and helped us source vendors for our big day. Our May 5th wedding was dreamy and went on without a hitch thanks to Desiree and her team. The coordination services, planning and advice provided by the team at Dejanae Events was invaluable. We highly recommend Dejanae Events for your event planning.

ts when I truly had no idea of how to move forward. Everything was beyond my expectations and I am grateful for her and her hard working team. I recommend them, whatever your needs may be, I was so at ease on before, and on my big day thanks to her hard work behind the scenes.

in Florida was key for us. Desiree assured us from the beginning that our wedding could be done with her help and she was absolutely on point! We let her know our budget and researched our top 5 venues in the Miami area. From there, she let us know what would work best for our budget (venue, vendors, invitations, etc) and we were good to go! Her timeline kept us on track with when to book vendors, make payments, etc and the monthly meetings led us to a stress free and perfect wedding day! Our family loved her as much as we did once they met her. WE couldn't thank her enough for all the hard worked she put in for us along our journey. I would HIGHLY recommend her services to anyone who is looking for professional wedding coordinating service in the Chicagoland area but ESPECIALLY if you're looking to do a destination wedding. Desiree and her staff can do it ALL! You will not be disappointed, she will definitely take care of you and you spouse to be :)

lace and the ceremony ran smoothly. Very professional and extremely knowlegable about her craft. She was great guiding us through the ceremony and reception. Highly recommended.

ide-to-be. We hired Desiree as our day of planner approximately 8 months before our wedding. However, she was so much more. Desiree remained a constant presence throughout our planning process - regularly checking on our progress with vendors and providing helpful advice and recommendations. Before the wedding, Desiree worked with us to put together a minute-by-minute timeline of the big day that blended our desires with her helpful recommendations based on her expertise. On the day of our wedding, Desiree, Kelly, and DiDi worked together with our vendors to ensure that the day went seamlessly from beginning to end - from making sure my fiance, me and our bridal party were all set at the host hotel before the ceremony to packing up everything at the very end of the night. We've received so many compliments from our guests on how well our wedding day flowed. Everything was kept on schedule (our ceremony even started at 6 pm on the dot!), and my husband and I were stress-free and on cloud 9 for the entire evening. It was truly the best day of our lives. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Dejanae Events!

ole year later. When I decided that I wanted to have a bridal shower I knew that Desireé would be the perfect choice to coordinate my bridal brunch event. Once again Desireé did not disappoint. Upon entering the room space at Luxbar, I along with my guests were in complete awe. Desireé only had about 30 days (or perhaps even less) notice, but yet still went above and beyond to bring to life a bridal shower brunch that before that day only existed in my dreams. She took so much stress from my plate at a time when it was most needed and captured my vision to perfection. I could not have been happier! Her meticulousness to even the smallest details, professionalism and the passion she has to not only serve but also anticipate her clients every need is what truly sets her apart from the rest. Desireé is a WONDERFUL planner and I will continue to think of her and her team for future events.

gh the end of the evening. She gave great suggestions on cakes and decor and her attention to detail is highly respected. I would definitely recommend her for your next event- it was money very well spent!

y Mrs. Ross. I first reached out to Desiree as soon as I got engaged. I was so excited to get started with the planning process and had so many ideas that I wanted to bring to life. I spoke to Desiree on the phone and she asked me some initial questions and we set up a consultation meeting. But, then I had to cancel the meeting. About 4 months or so later I reached out to Desiree again and to my surprise she had all of the notes from our initial conversations. She described every detailed I had told her months prior and at that moment I know Desiree was our planner. Upon selecting our vendors for flowers, invitations, calligraphy, and DJ Desiree was spot on every single time. I would describe to her my vision and then she would recommend a specific vendor. I would take some time to review the vendor and look over their IG account to get a feel for their style. Desiree would set up the meetings, bring my zillion pictures to the meeting lol, and provide her planning expertise. The thing I appreciated the most was that because of her years of experience and attention to details I didn’t have to run around the city going to vendor after vendor as my schedule did not permit me to do so. Desiree understood me and my vision for our wedding. Throughout my planning process, Desiree was so patient, but also honest when my extravagant ideas didn’t align with our wedding budget. She provided me with alternatives and also kept my wedding vision in mind. My Husband and I knew we wanted to have a morning wedding and a brunch reception at the Langham because we love to eat brunch. Desiree was amazing in making sure we were able to still have some of the traditional aspects of a wedding ceremony and still adhere to our timeline. When our wedding day arrived you better believe there were things that happened that were outside of our control. These things affected the wedding timeline that Desiree has meticulously designed. There were times when I was a bit overwhelmed, but I managed to remain calm because I trusted that Desiree would make sure everything would go smoothly. My guest didn’t know that the entire reception timeline had been altered on the fly to adjust for the delay that morning. All of my guests had an amazing time and they were completely blown away by the design of our wedding. The funniest thing about my time working with Desiree was I never considered her to be a vendor. Desiree was more like a big sister that was professional, supportive, and just all around amazing. This review only allows me to give five stars, but Desiree truly deserves an infinite amount of stars.

ent to Tampa, Florida, I also considered a Florida wedding. The very first decision we made after saying Yes to the ring, was hiring Dejanae Events. Desiree was such a joy to work with. She became a member of the family. She was there to answer questions via email or phone outside of normal business hours. She vetted out several options for us, in multiple locations. Her flexibility allowed me to review options virtually, plan visits while in town and consider the total package before making a venue decision. When we decided on a destination wedding, she pulled together resources to make it an easy process for all guests from across the country. We were so grateful to have her support from "Yes" to "I Do". Her patience and professionalism were a necessity in Jamaica, to manage the variety of guests, bridal party members and the local wedding coordinator. The vendors she recommended were top notch and we've used them for services after the wedding as well. The reception turned out to be picture perfect and I didn't have to lift a finger. For professional planning, with dedicated signature service, Dejanae Events is worth every penny.

Chicago-land area. My wedding took place on September 17, 2017 at the Seville Banquet Hall in Streamwood, IL. I recall during my planning when I was in a fuss Desiree knew exactly how to make me feel better and calm me down. The day of our rehearsal Desiree was fun and exciting with giving directions for the rehearsal, she knew everything to say and what instructions to give my bridal party, they loved her and they knew exactly what to do. 6 weeks prior to the day of my wedding she assisted with taking care of follow ups and all of my last minute details and all things ran smoothly. I felt very comfortable and relaxed the day of my wedding because we knew that all things were going to be fine. The minute I walked into the room with my dad, I was so pleased with the setup of my room, all I could do was smile. Desiree and her team really took care of my friends, family and to say the least the bride and groom. My husband and I have been married for 3 weeks now and and we love it! Desiree is the best wedding coordinator ever, she knows how to get the job done and she does it in a loving way she is there to make sure all things are in the favor for the bride and groom she paid close attention to what we needed. Desiree is organized, professional, experienced, punctual sweet, and charismatic. She is there to do a job and she gets it done. I have been to other weddings and have seen coordinators perform in an unprofessional manner, but not Desiree she loves what she does and you see it through her professionalism. I joke and tell people that she is a like a "ninja" because when you need her she shows up quickly. She knows all her clients and pays close attention to their needs. Dejane Events is experienced so please consider using these ladies to make your event special. I know that you will be pleased because we were! Desiree thank you for being there to setup and coordinate the details for us we truly will be using you for our next events. Love ya and you totally ROCK!!!

be able to turn over the planning of my wedding to anyone! Desiree made it easy for me to trust her with my special day and for the first time in my life, I was able to release control and enjoy my wedding experience. If you are looking for an AWESOME planner, contact Desiree Moore Dent at Dejanae Events. You will not be disappointed!

have grace under pressure. I was a bride with very little patience, and in the last few weeks of planning, I was ready to throw my hands up. But, Desireé kept me calm and saw me through to the end. Also, when I turned into an annoying micromanager about wedding details, Desireé gently steered me in better and wiser directions. My guests have told me that my wedding was enchanting and they've never seen anything like it, but the credit belongs to Desireé and the professionals she introduced to me! My advice to future brides . . . don't listen to anyone who says you don't need a planner. You do. And, because of Desireé, I was able to thoroughly enjoy my wedding day without worry. I'm anxiously anticipating the opportunity to work with her again when my husband and I start adding additions to our family. Not now. But soon! So, until then . . . I truly can't thank Desireé enough for her guidance over this past year of planning. I feel like I'm having that type of separation anxiety a young woman has when she and her "cool aunt" have to part ways after having the best summer together. But, thank you Dejanae Events . . . all of you are permanently in my heart.

wedding planners.) Desiree is kind, professional, responsive, experienced and very attentive to detail. We booked her 3-month-before package, which entailed getting a vendor list and several meetings in the months prior to our wedding. At each meeting, we were so impressed with all the details she thought of to make sure our wedding day was perfect. As part of our package, she also did a ton of heavy lifting behind the scenes, creating a detailed wedding day timeline and coordinating countless logistics with vendors. We were also really happy with her recommended vendor list and hired our florist, makeup artist, DJ, transportation company, and ceremony harpist from her. (All vendors did a fantastic job and we really liked hiring professionals who had worked together before.) We were really wowed when we saw our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Of course, we had spoken with Desiree about what we wanted but to see it all executed so beautifully was magical. One of the greatest things about hiring a wedding planner is that you get to sit back and simply enjoy spending time with your friends and family on your wedding day. Had we not hired Desiree, I'm convinced the day would have been far more stressful. Hiring her was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding.

has a great sense of humor to boot. In the early planning stages, my husband-to-be was not even totally convinced of the value of hiring a wedding coordinator. It only took that initial consultation meeting with Desiree, and he was among the converted. It would be worth every penny (and it was!) to know that the hundreds of details - big and small, known and unknown - were in masterful hands. My hubs and I spent over a year meticulously plotting out the details of our May wedding - and we truly experienced a thrilling and near perfect manifestation of those plans, in no small part, because of Dejanae Events. The DE team flawlessly executed their duties on our wedding day. We thank each of them so much. And as for their fearless leader, what can I say...although I only know Desiree in a professional context, I feel as if she is a friend. Desiree took such great care of us, and we recommend her wholeheartedly! 5/5 stars. Plus all the bonus stars available. She should have those too.

self with such class and professionalism I HAD to her be my day of coordinator. And I'm so glad I did because that was the absolutely BEST decision I made for my special day. I received so many compliments on how organized my wedding was. It could not have been done without Desireé and her amazing team! She went above and beyond to make our day so special and we truly are so thankful for her. She will be hired by me again for my parent's 30th anniversary party and any big party I have here on out! Desireé and her team are worth EVERY penny! :D

ordinator. I had spoken with a couple of other companies beforehand. I honestly thought that a coordinator wasn't in our budget and since I was very involved in everything concerning the wedding, that I could do it myself.I had a few friends helping as much as they could. I had spoken with Desiree a few times in between. About seven weeks before the wedding I was a little overwhelmed and I knew that I did not want to have to worry about anything the day of the wedding so I called Desiree again and she came on as our day of coordinator. What can I say, Desiree was phenomenal! She came in as if she had been there all along. She pulled everything together from the decor to the seating. She was always available and very helpful, kind Pleasant and professional. Everyone complimented on how timely, organized and smooth everything was the day of the wedding. Even the staff at our church said they that was the most organized rehearsal they had seen. Everyone wanted to know who she was and where did I find her. Desiree did whatever had to be done to make sure everything was right. She even stepped in and was the MC at the reception when she found out that the MC was going to be late. The DE team made sure everything was perfect at the church and the venue! I highly recommend anyone planning a wedding to put the coordinator in the budget first, but not just any planner it has to be Dejanae Events. I can guarantee you will be happy and you won't regret it! Had I did that first it would have made things much easier for me. The DE team is awesome. We were looking for an event planner and we gained a friend. Thank you Desiree for everything!

very comfortable that she would handle any issues that arose on wedding day and make sure that the wedding ceremony and reception was perfect. After spending a year planning my wedding I wanted to be sure that it came together how I envisioned it. I made the right choice as Desiree was on top of everything and made sure it was flawless.

ng to lessen their wedding planning stress. It's great to have people who just know all the ins, outs, nooks, crannies and minutia of what they are doing. Dejanae Events is run by these type of people.

r it a pure honor and joy! When my sister announced her engagement it was a NO brainer who we'd hire as her coordinator. Owner, Desireé is the TRUTH and her support staff is just as amazing! ! My sister knew first hand what to expect from the Dejanae Events and we were totally blown away yet again! As matron of honor, I of course wanted to alleviate as much stress from my sister as possible. Desireé did just that and way more. Her superb attention to detail, excellent communication, charisma, and kindness is unparalleled! What I appreciate most is her genuine, honest professionalism. Her love for what she does is evident in her work. Her vendor relationships are also worth noting- she works with the best! She makes each bride feel flawless, confident, and eliminates any stress and anxiety. It doesn't stop there. She makes the bride and grooms family feel at ease in what can be exhausting, stressful moments (pre-wedding planning, rehearsals and wedding day). I am blessed to know Desireé and am proud to call her a friend. I look forward to working with her for years to come! ....I have another sister who'll be getting hitched sooner than later. It'll be an international wedding in Scotland.... and yes, we plan to have the DE Team there! Ask about Desireé, she's going places, moving mountains- the best is yet to come!

I would not hesitate to recommend Dejanae Events to anyone!

wered or followed by a text if not, she was always punctual for all our appointments, and always provided advice so that I wouldn't spend to much money! She also keep me on track with all the time sensitive materials and made sure nothing feel through the cracks. On wedding day, she and her team took care of everything, and I literally felt like I was on David Tutera's "My fair wedding" when I walked into my reception-it was absolutely gorgeous! Thank you again for putting up with me and my semi break downs during this whole process. I won't be planning another wedding anytime soon, but for other elegant events, I'll definitely utilize her services again.

e on hiring anyone else. Much to our surprise, Desiree stepped in and picked up the pieces and helped steward us through the wedding planning process as if she was a part of the team since day one. Her organizational skills, attention to detail and tenacious work ethic are all traits that she embodies and are what make her a legend in the business. On top of that she recommend “Grade A” vendors for us and we were thoroughly pleased with her services. Our wedding went on with zero problems and we highly recommend Dejanae Events for your next event.

Dejanae Events. From the first moment I spoke with Desireé, I sensed her professionalism. In further working with her, it was clear that the accolades and stellar reviews that caught my attention were much deserved. Desireé is very good at what she does, is responsive and extremely knowledgeable. Somehow she even managed to impress my fiancé and that is not at all easy to do. I love that she listens and is an advocate for her clients. I remember being so excited when I received her design presentation as she captured our vision perfectly! Desireé also has very good vendor relationships and contacts. The baker, the florist, the calligrapher and the photographer she recommended all had nothing but very nice things to say about Desireé. Fast forward to event day...Our plan was to have an elaborately decorated outdoor event. Although the weather did not agree with this plan - Desireé and the DE Team did not disappoint. I never thought I would utilize the services of a planner for a social event. The second I walked into the "rain back-up plan" I knew that hiring Dejanae Events was the best decision I had made. The room was stunning and radiated in romance. Absolute perfection for an engagement soirée! If I did not know any better I would have thought it was set up exactly the way we had been planning over the previous four months. My guests raved about everything all night and for weeks after. Desireé loves what she does and is driven to deliver the best possible experience for her clients. I would love the opportunity to work with her again. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything DE Team!!! Sharonda & Demetrius

perience that, with Desireé, I was able to focus on my new job and moving while she handled the wedding. She was organized and punctual. Her expertise made every worth while. I can't thank her enough for the part she played in our wedding. Because of her it was simply magical. Seriously no words I can say can describe how AMAZING her company is. You'll just have to book her yourself.

we chose Dejanae Events based on their location, experience, price and customer feedback. Desiree is professional, organized, prompt and has a plethora of resources in the area. You will NOT be disappointed in the quality of service of this company!! Our guests raved about how well every detail was laid out during the ceremony and reception, and how smoothly everything flowed. If you are in need of help, this is the company to go with. As the bride, I had absolutely NO STRESS during the entire planning process because my coordinator carried the load for me, while giving me the ability to pick and choose every detail from catering to floral arrangements to seating and music. Desiree is patient and kind. Her resources are abundant, and contractors love her!!! Our union was truly blessed and Dejanae Events had A LOT to do with how well things went on our special day! You will not only work with a coordinator for your wedding needs, you will make a friend! We love Desiree and her team!!

budget and she was timely with responding to my emails and phone calls, she recommended all of my vendors and they were great! I truly enjoyed working with Desiree and I am happy with the end results: A BEAUTIFUL WEDDING DAY!

uggestions, she is available to answer questions and provide opinions as needed. Her timeline and reminders are on time, this is supportive and she is such a cheerleader for you and your wedding!!! These things are invaluable. She walked us through everything, her list of vendors is impeccable which is so important, sometimes you just don't know where to start. She reminded me many times that this would be a stressfree day and it was, my husband immediately said after the space walk through---"she knows what she's doing"... she was right there central to make that happen. I mostly engaged her "Day of" services but she provided a good deal of support each month before that, particularly being able to ask questions and receive timely answers. Nothing feel through the cracks. I just wish I could keep her and her staff in my life. Didi was great and when I was trying to get laced up in my gown Peggy was fab as my bridesmaids were inexperienced with this type dress. I loved that they all cried with me as well... and were sentimental about the wedding while not missing a step! Love you D, you're the best!!

coordination for my daughter's wedding because I am an Event Planner myself. I needed to be confident knowing that I was placing me & my daughter's vision in the right hands. The wedding on October 10, 2015 was amazingly stunning! Due to unforeseen circumstances, the venue for the wedding had to be changed the day before which was October 9, 2015. I contacted Desiree Dent, who went right into damage control mode. She was determined to assist in any and every way possible to ensure the my daughter's wedding would happen! Desiree and her employee Nikki Crowder went right into fix it mode. On the day of the wedding at the new venue Desiree & Nikki were great at coordinating and giving directions to all of the vendors on sight; improvising by working with the vendors to ensure some of the designs would fit the new venue! Desiree and Nikki were amazingly focused, professional and committed. Their flexibility was great! They didn't just see my daughter's wedding as another business transaction, but as a major life event! It became personal for them! All of my family members and friends are still raving about how beautifully stunning everything was. It was something you would see at a Hollywood wedding! You exceeded our expectations! Our vision became a reality in spite of the last minute change of the venue. I will forever be in debt to your level of commitment to customer service and dedication to what you do! Thank you!

g. There were so many considerations that weren’t considered brought up by Desiree that eventually made our day smoother and more structured than we ever could have imagined. She set forth the flow of our wedding from what time we should be ready at the hotel to when we should have our first dance that effectively crafted our day to be stress free and an agent for maximum enjoyment. Desiree is a beacon for professionalism, cross functionally dealing with many vendors at once, ensuring they were all on the same page effectively releasing that stress from us “Bride and Groom”. During the wedding this professionalism was shown to our whole wedding party dealing with an unruly photographer. Desiree kindly asked our photographer to wrap up our pictures post ceremony given the venue had to rearrange tables for our reception. Our photographer had a lapse in professionalism amongst the entire wedding party and snapped at Desiree, which was something we didn’t appreciate, and uncalled for. Regardless, Desiree kindly removed herself from the situation and allowed the photographer to finish without initiating an assuming verbal altercation. This was a sacrifice she made to allow us to enjoy the rest of our event without observing such things, a sacrifice that we much appreciated. During the wedding Desiree was silent and non-assuming, controlling the event from the background without disrupting a wedding flow she put together. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding planner, and she truly made our day “The” best day of our lives. Also we have to give so many thanks to her staff and the structure they offered to our wedding. It was almost as if the secret service were delegating our wedding, while treating us like president and first lady. Awesome work from a passionate wedding planning professional. Desiree is truly heaven sent and I would recommend her over and over!

day while Desiree worked out everything else behind the scenes, aligning all my vendors, the timing of the night, etc. I told her several times throughout the process that she was the absolute best decision I ever made!! I would highly recommend her. BONUS: I also used many of Desiree's recommended vendors as she has fantastic contacts and collaborative partners in the wedding industry - their teamwork was excellent and made the planning process that much easier!

, calm, detailed oriented and she listens. It is clear that she is dedicated to providing quality service to her clients. Desiree's team is equally as professional. Dejanae Events provides an array of services which are offered by way of several packages. There is something to fit every budget or need. The list of vendor resources that is provided is excellent and Desiree does not receive a commission from them. Desiree was extremely responsive to my calls and e-mails. She kept us on the right time line and helped to relieve what otherwise would have been a very stressful process. Desiree is a definite standout in the wedding planning community! Our wedding was beautiful from start to finish. We highly recommend Dejanae Events for your wedding.

d Desiree is a huge reason for that! Desiree answered all questions we had along the way no matter how silly or small. She truly calmed all fears and managed the wedding planning process very smoothly. While we knew she had multiple clients and weddings each weekend, she made us feel as though we were her only ones. We also hired a DJ and Photography team that Dejanae Events recommended to us, and were 100% satisfied with their services! On Wedding Day, Desiree's team was friendly, attentive and professional. My husband and I never felt we had to worry about anything because a staff member was always only steps away from us. I really enjoyed working with Dejanae Events and highly recommend Desiree and team for all your wedding planning needs!

f. Desiree’ did an amazing job focusing on every detail from start to finish. Just think, when I first met Desiree’, she gave me a run down of who she was and what she did. When I tell you she ran down everything so thoroughly, that I didn’t even have any questions because EVERYTHING was answered in her presentation! It was such a blessing to have Desiree’! I never once had to think about any logistics throughout the wedding process or answer one question about the wedding day plan. The only things throughout the wedding process I had to do was say yes, I want that, or no I don’t want that. Desiree did EVERYTHING!!! I was able to enjoy every second of my magical night and every second of my life being normal because Desiree’ had taken the time to ask me many questions about how I wanted everything to go and kept meticulous notes, so that on my wedding day all the big to the tiny decisions had been made and Desiree’ made sure they were carried out smoothly. She also did a great job recommending vendors since she has worked with so many great ones in the past. It can be very overwhelming choosing vendors and I can't say enough how helpful it was to be guided through it all. I am a pretty detailed person myself but there were many times Desiree’ would ask me how I wanted something to be or what time I wanted something to happen and I had never even thought about it. She leaves nothing up in the air, and catches everything and that is exactly what I was looking for in a wedding planner. But lets not stop there. Desiree’ is more than a “wedding planner’, she is my Olivia Pope. She was, my mentor, my motivator, my therapist, and my fixer of last minute mishaps. She was everything!!!! I cant tell you enough how much of a blessing it is to have someone who actually sits down to get to know you, your family, your friends and who really cares about you and always have your best interest at heart! Desiree’ is the best and so is her team. Thank you again Desiree’ for the most amazing wedding day experience!!

siness!!! The vendors from her referral list were great and the event was perfect...absolutely no glitches or issues. I hated for our working relationship to end! Thanks Desiree and Dejanae Events for making the Harris-Lambert wedding FABULOUS!!!!

rom the very first phone conversation we knew she was the one!!!! Desiree is brilliant, passionate, progressive and very personable! We felt like God blessed us with a wedding lifeline. At the beginning of our wedding planning process, my fiancé-now husband and I were very clear about our expectations. We're both extremely busy professionals and required someone who would provide a great deal of expertise and guidance throughout the planning process. We had no idea how to plan a wedding. Desiree took our ideas and created a dynamic proposal that encapsulated our vision with a detailed step by step plan. Desiree is God's gift to 'bride to be's' around the world. She created a beautiful memorable experience for the biggest day of our lives and the process was seamless from beginning to end. We absolutely love her work ethic and dedication to advancing her craft. It seems like Desiree eats, sleeps and breathes wedding planning! If you're looking for a 'real' full time wedding planner, that is dedicated to helping you create your big day...we recommend Desiree Dent of Dejanae Events!!

ow my wedding and reception looked like a Hollywood movie set and how the wedding was the most fun and the best they had ever been to. Desiree was detail-oriented, resourceful in the industry, genuine, honest, kind, insightful, and a perfectionist when it came to executing my wedding. Desiree flawlessly took care of all of the details so that me and my groom were really able to enjoy ourselves and can look back on our wedding day as the best day in our lives so far. Desiree was excellent at helping us personalize our wedding, so that it really reflected the love me and my groom share, while still making it grand, classy, and beautiful. The Dejanae Team exceeded my expectations by doing things like holding the train of my wedding dress in the air prior to me walking down the aisle so that it would not touch the ground and fixing my veil so that it looked absolutely perfect for my walk down the aisle. Desiree also exceeded my expectations by ensuring that my aisle runner, champagne flutes, cake cutters, guest book, welcome signs, and the top tier of my wedding cake were packed up for me at the end of the night. Although my groom and I hired Desiree to be our day-of coordinator for our May 2015 wedding, she was much more than that. Desiree began meeting with us in November 2014, and reviewed all of our contracts, reviewed our proposals, helped with the guest list, helped with the seating chart, facilitated the wedding rehearsal, made herself available to us whenever we needed her, and she was instrumental in helping us find vendors for chairs, floral, transportation, and printed materials. Planning a wedding involves certain unexpected stressors, and Desiree was great at alleviating those. For example, I never thought I would cry about something like chivari chairs, but when I found out a couple months before my wedding that the gold chivari chairs I had gotten a proposal for were no longer available, Desiree was able to obtain a quote for me within a day which was even better than the previous proposal. I highly recommend Desiree Dent if you want a high quality, dream wedding that is comparable to a platinum wedding but can fit any budget. Desiree's skills, knowledge, and experience make her the top wedding planner in the industry.

ing my husband was in in 2013! Desiree and her team are top notch at a reasonable price! We got full planning services, and do not regret it at all! She listens to what you're looking for, lets you be as involved in the details as you'd like to be (or not...), and translates vague concepts into a fantastic final product. You should have no reservations going with this planner for your big day!

displayed a high level of passion and commitment to ensuring our wedding day would be a moment to remember. Her professionalism was superb, including her responsiveness to my many inquiries and need for advice. My husband was fairly hands off during the planning process which left me to handle all the details involved with organizing a wedding, in addition to my demanding career. However, Desireè was there for me every step of the way. After providing her with the vision for our wedding, she did everything to ensure that vision was brought to life on our special day. I can truly say she was a much needed and welcomed support system with the exact expertise I was seeking given my lack of event planning experience. Desireè provided us with a list of preferred vendors which was helpful as a number of those individuals were used on our wedding. On the day of our wedding, everything went smoothly without any issues or at least to my knowledge! Given the friendship Desireè and I had developed in the year plus of planning I knew our wedding day was in the hands of a trusted friend and advisor who wanted the best for my husband and me on that day. While I was heavily involved in the planning and selecting the décor, upon entering the room for both the ceremony and reception I was blown away. Not only was I marrying the love of my life, but we were also having the wedding of our dreams. This was all due to our wedding planner and my now friend for being an active listener throughout the process, but more importantly being absolutely great at what she does! I received many compliments from the wedding party and our guests regarding the organization of our event and the overall beauty of the venue. Speaking for both my husband and I, we absolutely recommend Desireè and Dejanae Events for brides or couples in general who are looking to ensure their wedding day is beyond memorable! Desireè, we thank you from the bottom of our heart for EVERYTHING!!!! The Hines

ly came, everyone around me kept commenting on how calm my wife and I were. That's because we had full trust in Desiree to execute all of the details. Not only did she execute......she went above and beyond our expectations! Desiree and Dejanae Events is worth every single penny and will make your planning process so much easier. THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!

ntire process was enjoyable for my husband and I. The connections and relationships that she has with vendors all over the city and suburbs ensures that you will receive the best service EVER. On the day of the wedding everything went off without any problems. Desiree made sure everything was perfect and everyone was accommodated including every guest. It has been almost one month since my perfect day and I continue to hear nothing but good things about every minor and major detail. I personally want to say thank you to Desiree and EVERY member of her team for all of there hard work and dedication towards making my wedding one of the most memorable days ever! I can't wait for the next event in my life.. Without a doubt Desiree will be my first call. Love always and forever Lynnette

ette and I met you we knew at once that you had to be our Wedding Planner. Your knowledge and recommendations regarding beautiful venue locations and Chicagoland's best vendors made their wedding magical. Your commitment to details during all the meetings that you scheduled and attended with Lynnette and I from printing and floral arrangements, cake and food selections and tastings photography and videography, Disc Jockey, as well as the calligraphy ensured that we would be overwhelmed with joy by the magnificence of the end products. Your recommended transportation choices for the guest, the groom and the wedding party on Chicago Trolley was picture perfect. Then your inclusion of the horse and carriage was a superior idea, as it created a beautiful entrance for the bride. When the rain started I was concerned that Lynnette's planned outdoor wedding would not be able to be matched with the indoor venue. However, you did not let nature stop you and your team, as you worked with The Alder staff and the florist to provide a spectacular indoor wedding venue for my daughter and her new husband. Lynnette's dad and I have received the most loving and wonderful messages from family and friends about how beautiful, elegant, "fairytale like" and a "platinum" wedding the event was. I will never be able to tell you how important you have become in our lives, as Lynnette and I will miss our monthly planning meetings with you. I am sure that you will be hearing from us about other events that we will need your help with. So know we plan to keep in touch, I want to thank you with my sincere heart for making our dreams come true!!!

Ten weeks is plenty of time!" She created a Pinterest board to help narrow down our wedding style, and a timeline to keep the planning process on track. Once she was sure of what we needed, Desiree worked with her extensive network to secure our venue and all of our vendors while always keeping our budget and vision in mind. She handled EVERYTHING for us from start to finish. My make-up artist/hairstylist, the only vendor I chose without help, canceled via E-MAIL during my wedding rehearsal! Near tears, I told Desiree of the "crisis" and within 10 minutes and a few calls, Desiree secured a new make-up artist and a new hairstylist, BOTH were superior to my original choice and did an amazing job while saving me money! The day of, she handled every small detail so that the groom and I could just enjoy our wedding and reception. She had hors d'oeuvres saved for the bridal party as we arrived after cocktail hour ended, and she was even armed with a pair of flats for me to wear! At the end of the reception, Desiree and her team had our gifts, keepsakes, and leftover cake loaded in our car before our departure. We didn't need to worry about one detail the entire night. Our guests are STILL raving about how beautiful everything was and how much fun they had! If you want an elegant wedding or event that's in line with your vision but feels effortless to YOU, Dejanae events is the ONLY choice!

without her. Desiree is a polished professional and very pleasant to work with. She has good relationships with vendors which really helped me in getting key vendors for my wedding. It was a lot easier than trying to vet dozens of vendors on my own. Desiree helped me work through a challenging situation with the wedding reception location. The location changed management during the middle of my wedding planning. The new management tried to back track on the promises of the previous management. She ensured that the new management held to the old management’s pricing and deals that they promised me. Desiree created a comprehensive list for the banquet order to ensure that nothing was missed. She went through every line item of the bill to ensure that everything was right. I had a tight budget for the wedding and Desiree helped me get the most for my funds. I was so pleased with the way everything turned out. She is up-to-speed on all the trends and helped me bring to life the sophisticated vision that I wanted for my wedding. She was always readily available to answer all my questions big and small. If you want stress-free wedding planning- hire Desiree.

ion at this event, I knew that she would be the one to be my Day Of Planner. Desiree was very professional and was never pushy when we had our consultation. She always said, 'if you choose Dejanae Events for your wedding' not knowing that my mind was made up. I quickly told her there was no other option because of how highly recommended she came. Desiree was very flexible with my payments and made sure that I was comfortable with all arrangements. She answered any and all questions that I had leading up to the day and that was truly helpful to me as I was planning my wedding from out of state. Fast forward to a few weeks before the wedding, Desiree accompanied me to the final walk through of the venue and the tastings. She offered valuable input that helped me feel comfortable making final decisions. There were quite a few things that I trusted her judgement with and I felt completely okay doing that (linen colors coordination, table setting, processional, ceremony ideas etc). She is THE expert. I was a pretty laid back and low key bride. I wanted things to run smoothly and in order and be kept simple. I had ideas on details such as pictures, tablescapes and other decor and Desiree and her team made it all happen. It was like magic! Desiree kept me laughing and feeling good about the day. She made me feel beautiful. She was there to take care of last minute things that I had forgotten about and was always willing to help out with ANYTHING! I ran into some issue with my table seating chart and within 5 minutes and one phone call it was taken care of. She gets things done! I could go on and on about the services I was provided by Desiree and her team. I highly recommend her services. It is worth the investment and most of all your worry free time!

Des and vibing about colors,flowers etc..(all in one meeting mind you) I felt like I found that Lil Fairy that dances in all Brides heads when they dream of how they want their wedding day to be! All other meetings were cancelled unbeknownst to Hubby; I had found the One! The professionalism and down home southern charm was carried out throughout the entire planning process! From the excellent vendors list she provides and their fantastic allegiance to the DESIREE Bride..Wedding! My vision/dream of a Yellow and Silver Elegant and Sophisticated Wedding became a reality on August 16, 2014! It far exceeded what I expected and surpasssed any dreams that I had! It was touched by heaven! And a fairytale to not only us but our guest echoed our sentiments too! We Love you Desiree! You are the best Illinois has to offer...and BEYOND! Brandy & Dion Shumate

here I was trying to find a new coordinator and new venue. During my engagement photo-shoot with my photographer I was expressing so much disappointment in the coordinators that I originally hired to help me plan my big day that my photographer referred me to Desiree of Dejanae Events. My photographer spoke so highly of Dejanae Events that I figure I had to meet this person and hear about her company. After my Fiancé and I met with Desiree we both knew Dejanae Events was the right company to help us plan our big day. The only thing I was beating myself up about was why I didn’t know about Dejanae Events sooner. When I told Desiree the story of my previous coordinators she told my Fiancé and I not to worry that she would turn everything around and make our wedding planning experience and wedding even better AND SHE DID. Whenever I needed Desiree she was always available to help me or listen to me vent (mostly about bridesmaids). If I didn’t call Desiree she called me to ensure I was ok and stayed on task. I truly appreciated this as she was more than a coordinator to me, during this time she became a friend. Desiree helped me find a new venue which I absolutely loved, created a wedding design presentation that helped me visualize how my wedding day would look with my colors, and a budget analysis that allowed me to stay on budget and know what I should spend on each element of the wedding. What amazed me the most is when I would call or go to the different venues, once I informed them I was a Dejanae Events client they spoke so highly of Desiree, her company and to top things off I was treated like royalty (this is just one of the MANY perks of being a Dejanae Client). To me when other vendors speak highly of your coordinator that says a lot and just let me know that I made the right choice (Now I see why Desiree of Dejanae Events has been named one of the Knots Best of Weddings Pick in the Wedding Coordinators category 5 times). During my big day everything went PERFECTLY!!! Desiree and her team kept everything/ everyone organized and on time. Desiree was there every step of the way and I could not have asked for anything more. Desiree is a true professional and loves what she does as it is shown in the quality of work she does for her clients. Desiree offers all of her clients’ exceptional service at an affordable cost. If any brides want to have the same experience I had I highly recommend you use Dejanae Events for all of your wedding planning needs. Again I cannot stress the importance of choosing the right wedding coordinator from the very beginning of your wedding planning process. Choose right the first time around and go with Desiree Dent of Dejanae Events. Regards, Tiffany Askew-McReynolds

great communicator. She was quick to respond to any emails and phone calls and available for meetings when we had them. She was also available to help set up decorations and hammer out last minute details. Desireé stayed on top of my other vendors to make sure our wedding day was unforgettable. Everything ran smoothly on our wedding day. I would use her again in a heartbeat and will be recommending her to my friends who are getting ready to tie the knot. The cost for her services is very reasonable and worth every penny. 5 star service for wedding planning!

modating, flexible, and a joy to work with! I know for a fact that I would never have made it though those six weeks without her. The day of the wedding everything ran so smoothly, she dealt with all the last minute obstacles and never gave me a chance to worry for a second. I truly am grateful for everything she has done. Once you meet Desiree you instantly know that she is such a kind, warm hearted person and she genuinely cares about you. I think that was the best part of my experience. I felt that she wanted my wedding to be perfect just as much as I did. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner! She is more than just my wedding planner, she has become a very dear friend. Thank you Desiree! You are truly the best!

t all myself but based on a strong reccomendation, I hired Dejanae events and they not only succeeded in creating me and my husband's vision but the results were well worth the money.

a downtown Chicago wedding from Cincinnati. Desiree helped us plan our big day from start to finish. We booked our venue- and she took it from there. All of her preferred vendors were AMAZING!! She was flexible with meeting times, and very prompt at returning, calls, texts, and emails. She is on top of everything, all the time! She and her team executed our big day perfectly – I could not have asked for more. Not only is she the bomb dot com of wedding planners, she turned out to be an awesome friend, and we are forever grateful for her. She is deserving of every award and accolade out there, and we wish her nothing but continued success!

wedding to February 2014 and change the location to suburban Chicago, where I grew up. With 3 months to plan a wedding and no location I was stressed to say the least and I knew I needed a wedding planner. I quickly Googled Chicago wedding planners and DeJanae Events’ website was one of the first sites that popped up. I looked at the website as well as the reviews on The Knot and Wedding Wire and decided to give her a call. After getting in touch with Desiree we talked about what I had already done and what I needed help with-- which was a whole lot. We did not have a location so that was of the utmost importance. Before I even signed the contract with DeJanae Events Desiree provided me with a list of venues, one of which was the Belvedere- the venue we decided to go with. It was then I knew she was a keeper. A couple of days later I was talking to one of my bridesmaids and she asked me who my wedding planner was. When I told her DeJanae Events and Desiree she said she thought she knew Desiree and if this was the same Desiree she was the wedding planner for her best friend’s wedding in 2009. She told me she thought Desiree did a great job and was very organized and on point. This conversation confirmed I made the right choice. Throughout the planning process I sent Desiree multiple emails per day (even on the weekends) and never once did she complain. The first time we met Desiree was at the site for the tasting. She was instrumental in our selection of the reception menu, table settings and linens. She also helped me find a make-up artist and someone to do day of paper products. The day of the wedding I didn’t talk to Desiree before we got to the venue but she and one of my bridesmaids talked multiple times. Everything my wedding party needed there was someone there to take care of it. In fact, one of my bridesmaids had to be sewn into her dress and Desiree and her team made it happen without missing a beat. The DE Team was fantastic!! And as most people know something wrong always ends up happening on your wedding day. My day was no different, but thanks to Desiree I didn’t know what happened until the following Monday. After the wedding I heard from many family and friends and everyone who I talked to said they had the best time at my wedding. I relied on Desiree’s judgment before making every important wedding decision and I can honestly say I wouldn’t have been able to pull it off without Desiree and her team. I wholeheartedly recommend Desiree for your wedding planning or event planning in general.

iree remained poised when there were some bumps in the road and had a "plan b" that was just as great as "plan a." She prioritized my wedding as if I were her only client which felt great. My wedding day was beautiful, elegant, and I didn't have a worry because the DE team had EVERYTHING under control- even the small intricate details were equally important to them. My husband, wedding party and guest were absolutely impressed with the professionalism, execution, and organization of Desiree and her team. I am forever thankful I was recommended to DE and even more grateful I met Desiree, someone who truly enjoys her work and deserves every blessing God has coming her way as she has so graciously enriched my life and so many other brides and their grooms.

e DE Team! From our initial client consultation until the wedding day (and beyond!), Dejanae Events staff exhibited the highest levels of professionalism and industry knowledge. I did not encounter a vendor was unfamiliar with the DE brand. Throughout the planning process, Desiree or one of her team members, answered every email and frantic phone call along the way. If there was a question, they found the answer. On our big day, guests were also inquiring about the staff as they were eager to make a mental note. Not many brides can say that they had a PERFECT day, but I did. Dejanae Events is the best, bar none.

s very prompt, courteous and professional. Her people skills are second to none. My husband and I received tons of compliments on her and her team from our vendors, family and friends.

band's standards. When asked for her opinion when we were caught in a crossfire, she honestly gave us ideas to juggle with that became very resourceful and inexpensive at the end. Many of my guests til this day compliments her professionalism and enthusiasm and we were married in June 2013. I must say, her dedication to making others happy is a blessing! I would like to once again thank everyone from Dejanae Events for making my wedding a memorable event, not only for the lifetime of my husband and I; but for the guests who loved every second that started from the ceremony to the reception. Desiree is highly recommended. Thanks to my mother-n-law who suggested Desiree to have as a wedding coordinator. Watch out David Tutera!!! ~Mrs. Vergo~

at my wedding. My greatest desire was to have fun and to mingle with my guests during my cocktail hour; based on this she suggested a first look for my pictures. Though I was a little apprehensive at first, I must say it was the best idea ever. Many brides look back on their day and remember things that didn't go quite as planned. I have to say that not only do I not have these thoughts, I wouldn't change a thing about the entire day. I only wish I could look as great and have as much fun as I had that day forever with my groom. In addition to the aforementioned, she introduced me to a great team of vendors such as officiant, photographer, florists, DJs and the like. She was so professional, courteous, enthusiastic and amiable. I would recommend her without reserve. She is truly one of a kind. Amaka

at Desiree Dent and her team are just a joy to be around. From the moment that my mother, husband to be (at the time), and I met with her in a small coffee shop-- I knew that I wanted her hired. Desiree is patient, understanding, and makes herself available at anytime. Our wedding turned out much larger than from the first meeting and she accommodated us without a hiccup. We had plenty of family and friends from out of town for our wedding and everyone and I mean EVERYONE complimented us on our wedding planner. One of the most consistent quotes of the evening was "the team in black were so fun and welcoming to us, who were those ladies? they did an awesome job!" It has been a month and two weeks that we have been married and we nor our parents cannot go a week without hearing about how well the entire day went. As an added bonus, Desiree stayed the ENTIRE night with the wedding party until 12:30am dancing with us until the bar and DJ called it a night. Desiree and her team are knowledgeable, patient, loving, and down right a joy to be around. I am blessed to have her as my coordinator, but even more grateful for the new friend that I gained through this process. From the Parents: We can't say enough about Desiree. From the very first moment we met her, we know this was the right person to make this day Special for our 'baby girl'. Desiree was very detailed oriented and patient in planning every detail. Our monthly meetings made the entire process very enjoyable. Desiree provided a timeline and monthly checklist to keep us on track and mindful of the remaining things left to complete on our end. We continuously received comments and questions about Desiree. We have recommended her several. Aside from the guest compliments, Desiree received high praises from the manager of our reception space. She is the BEST!!!

gotta say she made my wife happy with all smiles which in turn means all smiles for me as well. From her personality to her professionalism she always made us fell comfortable and like family. She worked with us and was very affordable and accommodating to our needs. Our day turned out to be so BEAUTIFUL. "On behalf of the Mayfield family, we would like to say thank you to you and your crew for making our day special. We are so glad we found you, and for that we can't thank you enough." #continuedsuccess