Don't Mess With The Bride

great time celebrating with friends and family. We aren’t the most organized people but it all came together and we are certain it’s because we hired don’t  mess with the bride for our day of coordinating! 

l both manageable and fun. They kept us at ease by responding to emails quickly, providing excellent vendor recommendations, and even offering a sound system for rent. On the day itself, Melissa made the experience truly magical. She handled everything behind the scenes—from setting up decor and capturing candid photos to ensuring we stayed fed and hydrated—all with a warm smile. She even managed our guest book and packed up our belongings at the end of the night so we could simply enjoy the moment. The peace of mind Melissa provided turned our wedding into a dream, and I would highly recommend DMWTB to anyone getting married!

ation feeling more prepared. The team was generous in their time, professionalism, and kindness at the wedding day. One of my favorite parts of the day was the team continually refreshing my drink without even asking! I felt like a true VIP - as if being the bride wasn't enough :) I am so grateful for their dedication to their work and for their special contribution to our day. I wholeheartedly recommend that you hire Will and DMWTB for your wedding!!!

d had him and his team decorate which was 100% worth it since we didn't have access to our venue until the morning of. We were able to enjoy the morning of the wedding without stressing about decor. He also was so vital and helpful for day-of-coordinating!!! We honestly would have been so overwhelmed trying to make sure everything/everyone was on time. Because of Will we were able to be as present as possible on our day. He also made sure we ate and drank water. Will was 100% worth it, and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone!

ly special and calm they made our day! We made the decision to throw a September 2025 wedding in June of 2025 and anyone planning a wedding knows that it’s hard enough planning a wedding a year in advance, let alone less than 4 months in advance. I told myself I deserved a *little treat* in the form of a day-of-coordinator and, honestly, it was the best treat I’ve ever given myself. Will met with me from the beginning to talk about the wedding plans, our vendors, the decor, and our day-of needs down to the minute. He set me completely at ease every single meeting and made my to-do list clear so I could prioritize getting the important things done in a timely fashion. The whole process was professional from start to finish and we felt prepared heading in to our day. The real magic was evident with all of his day of efforts, from set-up, to finding the rings (!!!) that had not made it down the aisle originally, to take down of our site. My husband and I are still talking about how smooth our day was and we attribute that to all of our wonderful vendors and especially Will and the rest of the DMWTB team. Not that I ever plan to have another wedding but seriously would hire Will again. Wish I could have him coordinate my daily life because I could certainly benefit from that. Do not pass up an opportunity to work with Don’t Mess With the Bride!

the whole process, Will was fantastic, giving us suggestions on where to do our rehearsal (the location he recommended was perfect), giving us advice on timeline, and respectful input that made the decision making process so easy. Having someone we could trust was a game changer during planning the small details we hadn't thought of yet. On the day of, Melissa and Wendy were our coordinators and to say they did an absolutely wonderful job is an understatement. Not only were they so easy and down to earth to deal with, they treated all of our guests with kindness and patience while making sure the day ran smoothly for us (which they executed perfectly and seamlessly). They went so far above and beyond from taking our plain cake that I wasn't planning on doing anything with and decorating it with some of our flowers making it look professionally decorated to setting decor on the chairs and arch that just blew me away. If you are looking for a supportive team of down to earth professionals that will take so much of the pressure off of you leading up to and on your day, then Don't Mess With The Bride is it! I couldn't imagine having chose a better coordinator.

ry detail was handled seamlessly, and they worked so well with all of our vendors—every single one commented on how much they loved working with them. They were professional, organized, and so calm, which kept me at ease the whole time. From start to finish, I never had to worry about a thing, and that gave me the freedom to just enjoy every moment of the day. If you’re looking for someone who will not only make your wedding beautiful but also make the experience effortless, I can’t recommend them enough!

they made sure that we did not lack for anything. They were also flexible with scheduling appointments pre-wedding. We are thankful for them.

(timeline, responsibilities, contact info of vendors and helpers, etc.) Will also had helpful advice on the timing of the day, ceremony details, cocktail hour duration, etc. Sonya was our day-of coordinator and was also a joy to work with. She helped with decor even though we hadn't paid for her to do so, and she ran a really smooth ceremony rehearsal. Her personality and kept things fun and lively. There was a small snafoo with one of our vendors and she contacted the right people in our group to ensure we were able to communicate out important info to the whole guest list. Thanks DMWTB team!

raditional wedding moments like cutting the cake and bouquet toss and he was supportive when we deleted most of them so we could create the wedding experience we wanted.

nd went above and beyond to make it a really unforgettable day.

s on the day of wedding. Her warm and calming presence allowed us to focus on enjoying our time with family, friends, and each other. I recommend Will to all my friends who are getting engaged. He really made the day special, took stress off of us, and was always willing to give us advice when we needed it.

supportive, making sure everything went off without a hitch. They arrived early to assist in arranging decor, coordinating with vendors, and making sure all details were perfectly executed. They took charge, so we didn’t have to worry about a thing! During the event, they kept everything on schedule, seamlessly managing transitions between the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. At the end of the night, they were also incredibly helpful during the teardown process, packing everything up efficiently and ensuring that nothing was left behind. We had to be out of the venue earlier than we had originally anticipated the next day, and they even returned in the morning to help with loading out into our cargo truck and getting the venue turned around for their Sunday event! Their attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond truly relieved so much stress, allowing us to focus on enjoying the weekend with our guests. If you’re looking for a coordinator who will treat your event like their own, this is the team you want. Their professionalism, warmth, and hard work made all the difference. Highly recommended!

d the Doug Fir package with add-ons like the Zoom ceremony, and our wedding had many moving parts and pieces, but Will and Sonya (hopefully we spelled that right!) handled it all with grace, humor, and great attitudes. Will made sure every detail was looked after day-of, provided detailed schedules and planning tools, ran our rehearsal smoothly and efficiently, and most of all - he listened to us and empowered us to make decisions and work together on our wedding planning, keeping us on track with our deadlines and to-do lists. We can’t thank or recommend Will enough!

uld be necessary, but it 100% was. Will's organization before the big day was very helpful, and he brought up multiple things that I never would have thought about. My favorite part was how well Will and Melissa decorated our venue for us - it truly exceeded all of my expectations (and that's saying a lot, because I am very particular!). DMWTB was the best. We also used their stereo rental, which worked perfectly. Thank you, Will and Melissa!

ill was incredibly helpful and us great tips regarding vendors and logistics. Rhania and Amy were the day of coordinators for our wedding and we could not be more happy with them. My husband and I were actually able to enjoy our day instead of setting up or worrying about details. This is very impressive, especially since we picked a remote location (Horning’s Hideout) which added some complications. All of the staff were efficient, attentive, and incredibly nice. Many family members also stated that DMWTB staff were wonderful to work with and made the entire day go smoothly. I highly recommend Don’t Mess With the Bride!

ger and HIGHLY recommend him. Even though we hired a day coordinator instead of a full planner, it still felt like he helped me with every step. We didn't have to do a single thing on the wedding day and were able to enjoy it to the fullest.

t during our meetings and really helped us clarify priorities - especially vital in the final weeks when everything felt equally urgent. He is both straightforward and kind, a great combination for an overwhelmed couple with a broad range of ideas. He is incredibly organized - his templates and planning documents were clear and detailed, and his communication was excellent, particularly with our other vendors. In fact, multiple vendors reached out to us after our wedding to specifically compliment Will/DMWTB. Maybe most importantly, he got to know us so well in the two short months leading up to our wedding, that we had full confidence in all of the decisions he made on our behalf on the wedding day. It was worth every penny to know that we could enjoy our wedding day without any last-minute questions or emergencies, because Will had it fully in hand. We would absolutely recommend him to couples planning their big day!

never got delivered. She has a very calming presence, so when she asked me questions, it was always in a way that kept me in a great headspace for the big day. She was patient with and kind to my family, including my cognitively-impaired dad, which meant a lot. I can’t recommend her highly enough! If you are debating booking a day-of coordinator, DO IT, and book Don’t Mess with the Bride. It will make your day so much more enjoyable.

aditions. They were so responsive and helpful and very patient with all of our questions during the planning process. The day of went so well and was very low stress thanks to Will and his team. They seemed to think of everything and were always a step ahead of us. We absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for wedding planning and day of coordination!

to be where or how to get certain items set up in time, and they even lead the wedding rehearsal the night before. My mother-in-law asked Kari to help set up a surprise for me in our wedding-night suite and Kari took on the task and did an amazing job at it! When we walked into the room it was absolutely beautiful! The day definitely would not have been the same without the planners at DMWTB. Highly recommend!

it without them and I highly recommend them! They were so helpful on the day and we felt supported.

job, everything went so smoothly, we didn't need to worry about anything, I couldn't do it without all their help ! Very professional !

s was NOT the case with us. Not only were Kari and Sonja professional, caring, helpful, and organized - they were also just fun to be around. They seemed to enjoy the wedding as much as the guests and we were so happy to have them there! We would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone and everyone and they played a huge role in making the best day of our lives even better than we could have imagined it.

ll & team not only executed on everything we planned wonderfully but also made our experience less stressful (since the ceremony outdoors and was rained out). I highly recommend working with this team if you want a less stressful wedding event :)

y been on our own. Having day of coordination was amazing - I didn't have to worry about a thing. Our wedding was better than we could have imagined :)

and sometimes never responded at all). This all led to me turning into a "Bridezilla" and firing her, then scrambling to find a replacement when we were already halfway to the finish line. In came Will, who reassured us and got us set up with his team right away. The website and name are a bit cheeky and comical, hinting at an attitude which really relieves some tension and makes stressful things feel more down to earth. Madison was our dream coordinator, and really helped us fulfill every detail. Her binder on the rehearsal day was so organized and impressive - I felt reassured that she had thought of everything. Our venue was slightly more complicated than most with a ski lift and an alpine slide, and Madison never made it feel like it was any extra work or stress. On the Big Day, I felt that I could turn to her and ask her for any small help, whether it was applying sunscreen to my back when I was alone waiting for the First Look, or asking for a cup of water. She and the assistant, Shi, did an incredible job fulfilling my vision for the set up. Every decor detail was in place and in most cases they made it look even better than when I had set things up in my house for a trial run. Madison also kept us on schedule without making us feel rushed. When the DJ mispronounced our name, Madison rushed in there and let him know. My dad also had a ton of compliments for the team after the big day, basically saying he was remarkably impressed and we couldn't have done it without them. My only regret is that I didn't pay for the cleanup service - if you're wondering whether to do it, DO IT! It is very affordable. We were all tired and happy after the event and shoulda woulda coulda ;) In the end, I really felt that no one was able to mess with me, the Bride.

added on bartending services. They were absolutely wonderful. Quick communication by email during the months heading up to the wedding. They helped me think of things I hadn't even considered that made our day the best it could be! We are in Salem, so we personally worked with Madison (amazing!) and Sandy for a couple planning meetings at the venue and then of course the big day. I definitely recommend DBWTB!

setting up (for example: sticking 9 candle sticks in candle holders) and when we tried to get in contact with her she had told us that another wedding was priority over ours so she didn't have time to help answer our questions. This had gone on for a few months and we had finally had enough and let her go the week before our wedding. Fast forward to when I connected with Will from DMWTB. He was very responsive from the beginning and so helpful in answering any questions and offering lots of reassurance. He and his team took on our wedding with only 1 week to prepare and let me tell you..... THEY KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK! We met over Zoom a few times to really nail down our vision and get all of the logistics and timelines in order. They have every detail organized and are great at providing reassurance every step of the way. Will and Sonya were at our rehearsal dinner and we ran through rehearsal twice very smoothly. On the day of the wedding, Rhania and Sonya ran the show! Rhania is so thoughtful and great at what she does. She made sure all of the small last minute details were setup accordingly on the day of. She even gave my bridesmaids and I a ride to our first look pictures so that we didn't have to walk and she even helped me clean my dress when drinks were spilled on it. Everyone at our wedding praised about how great Rhania was the whole time and how thoughtful she was! Thank you so much DMWTB for making our wedding a day we could fully enjoy and not stress about! We will definitely recommend you to all of our friends and family!

tellar job on our wedding day making sure everything was setup and running smoothly - especially considering it was 108 degrees outside! They helped to make sure everyone was staying hydrated and comfortable. Hiring Don't Mess with the Bride was definitely the right decision and I can't thank them enough!

t in our decisions, and reassured that our day was going to be what we were envisioning. For our rehearsal dinner and wedding day, the team took over and allowed us to enjoy time with our people. Kari was able to make everything flow in a way that felt very organic and true to who we are. Hiring DMWTB was truly one of the best investments we made for our wedding and we give them our highest recommendation for anyone looking for coordination & planning.

ssions, supportive, calm and so great to work with. Will had amazing ideas that made our day (even during covid times) wonderful and special. We are beyond grateful for his services, ideas and for his ability to create something beautiful and unique. Hire Will and his team to take the stress away in the best of wedding times and in the worst of covid wedding times!

k with. He made the whole process easier. Everything on our wedding day went so smoothly. The whole team worked so hard to make everything happen and make our day stress free. They went above and beyond what we expected and we are so grateful. We are so happy that we went with Don’t Mess With The Bride for our wedding day!

ery beginning he made sure that we knew that he had our backs and was dedicated to making sure our wedding day was exactly how we pictured it. Any time we experienced an issue with another vendor Will responded with "Don't worry about it, we'll make it work". As a very detail oriented person, I was worried about relinquishing control and trusting someone else to execute our vision, but Will took the time to go over every aspect of our wedding with me until I felt confident that the day would go off without a hitch. Our wedding day ended up being perfect and we didn't have to worry about anything because we knew that Will and DMWTB were there. I cannot recommend DMWTB strongly enough. If you are looking for a wedding planner or day of coordinator, do yourself a favor and hire them!

ri made the process much less stressful and even fun! Their expertise and advice during the planning process was invaluable, and Kari and Sandy made sure our wedding day went off without a hitch, letting us truly enjoy ourselves. You'll be glad you hired DMWTB!

arranged perfectly. Kari did a fabulous job both at our rehearsal and day of as main point person. We could not recommend them more highly!

ill. He was able to manage all of the conversations with the venue and stop me from going insane! From running the rehearsal to giving us tips on setting up our wedding playlist, they went above and beyond. Our wedding would have been so stressful without Will and Kari. There were lots of last minute details I never would have even thought of but they were on top of everything. My husband and I got to relax and enjoy every moment of our wedding thanks to the Don't Mess With The Bride team!

ork with from our initial meeting to the wedding day. I was so thankful for his expertise especially at the rehearsal as the person we had officiating our wedding had never officiated a wedding before. I would definitely recommend DMWTB.

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They were organized during our venue walkthrough, pre-meetings and were communicative and professional on our wedding day. I highly recommend DMWTB!

our wedding day was smooth and we were able to just enjoy all the people gathered with us instead of focusing on paying vendors, keeping the timeline on track and keeping glasses full. Thanks for everything! Our wedding was so much better than either of us ever imagined it could be, and Don't Mess With the Bride was a huge part of that!

rked their butts off until the day was done. They were quick on their feet in making decisions and left me and my family alone unless we were really needed (except to check-in periodically to make sure we had enough to drink). Pricing was great and availability for questions and meetings was plenty. Hire them!!