Wedding Planning + Day of Coordination
Twin Cities, MN area - willing to travel
Service area
Bentley Bates
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Excelsior, MN, Honey b. is a wedding planning business that offers clients day-of, partial and full-service wedding packages. Focused on couples in the state of Minnesota, this business is dedicated to making dreams come true. Honey b. guides clients from the first meeting, acting as a reference and resource throughout the entire process.
Honey b. strives to provide clients with an effortless planning process. They do all the heavy lifting so that you can focus on your big day and special someone. With a goal of stress-free services, Honey b. is diligent in all of their practices, ensuring couples can relax in the lead-up to their wedding.
Built on trust and fun, Honey b.'s philosophy is to establish a relationship with each client that enables the execution of customized planning. With this team at your side, you will benefit from not only a planner, but a built-in friend, leader, and designer. To learn more about any of the available packages or booking processes, you can contact Honey b.'s excellent crew.
Woman-owned Business
Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Budgeting
Day-Of Coordination
Destination Wedding Planning
Full Service Wedding Planning
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Engagement Party
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal
Rehearsal Dinner
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Bentley Bates
Owner
Hello Lovelies! I'm Bentley B. - the founder + owner of honey b. wedding planning + day of coordination. I have had years of expierence in the wedding industry from bridal couture, catering, venue managment + more. Weddings have always sparked a passion in me that I can't seem to ignore. I guess it's the look on the couples faces when they see each other for the first time that makes all the hard work worth it. I am always looking for a coffee date, so come join me + let's discuss the dainty details of your dream day.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0124 reviews
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Honey b. is highly praised by multiple reviewers for providing exceptional wedding planning services, particularly by Bentley who earned accolades for her professionalism, calm demeanor, and attention to detail. Reviewers appreciated the seamless execution of wedding day logistics, effective communication, and personalized touches. Clients commended the team's thoughtfulness, organization, and ability to create a stress-free environment, allowing couples to fully enjoy their special day. The services of day-of coordinators, such as Ireland, were also highlighted for their efficiency and support in ensuring a smooth and memorable wedding experience.Review photos
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Emily D
5.0
1/04/2026
Honey b was so wonderful for our wedding. From the initial consultation call I felt like I was in good hands. Bentley answered all the questions I had, most before I even asked t...
hem. Ireland was our Day of Coordinator and she made sure everything went smoothly and if it didn't, I didn't know about it. Both of them were so helpful with planning a schedule and it was so much easier to have one point of contact for everything on the day of so we had nothing to worry about.
Jordan R
5.0
12/10/2025
We are so grateful for the incredible support we received from Bentley as our day-of coordinator. From the moment she stepped in, Bentley brought a sense of calm, confidence, and p...
rofessionalism that allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding day.
Bentley took the time to understand our timeline, priorities, and vision, and on the day of the wedding they executed every detail smoothly and flawlessly. Thanks to her organization and clear communication, everything ran on schedule and we never had to worry about what was happening behind the scenes.
Bentley handled vendor coordination, last-minute adjustments, and all the moving pieces with ease. Their presence allowed us, our families, and our wedding party to be completely present and stress-free.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Honey b. to any couple looking for someone reliable, attentive, and truly dedicated to making the day perfect.
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Josh B
5.0
11/02/2025
Bentley was an absolute pleasure to work with! From start to finish, she was incredibly detailed, organized, and thoughtful in every aspect of planning our big day. She took our vi...
sion and turned it into the wedding of our dreams. Everything came together perfectly thanks to her dedication and expertise. We couldn’t have asked for a better planner 5/5, highly recommend!
Response from Honey b. on 01/09/2026
Josh, thank you so much for trusting us with your big day! It was so amazing working with ...
you two and your families! I am so grateful to be a small part of your forever :)
Devyn W
5.0
10/22/2025
Bentley was simply phenomenal and made our wedding day spectacular with her ability to make all the logistics stress-free. She is able to meet in person and virtually and was pivot...
al in making our vision possible. She helped in all the areas we were stuck on by just asking simple questions and she really got to know us and she is outstanding as a wedding planner and day-of-coordinator. We did the 50/50 option where she helped us find the vendors we didn't already have and she coordinated with them all fabulously to have such a gorgeous day. She is very responsive and will schedule time with you as time gets closer to your special day and take a big project and simplify it by breaking it down into key tasks. She helped familiarize us with wedding industry norms and traditions and helped us pick out decor and traditions that fit our personalities and she ultimately helped us unleash our nerdy and creative side by her sharing that side of herself with us too. She made me feel less overwhelmed with each meeting by breaking down what I needed to do next and she took off tasks off my plate or helped me order decor and recommended vendors and decor that fit our vision. I cannot thank you enough, Bentley, for what you did for us. She made the wedding planning process fun and celebrated the choices we made and her and her team made our day exceptional because of her professionalism, fun personality, flexibility, and going the extra mile. Thank you, Honey b.!!!
Response from Honey b. on 10/23/2025
Devyn - Wow, what an incredible wedding! You and Andrew were so lovely to plan with and I'...
m so grateful to have been a part of your big day! Thank you for letting your nerdy side out and letting me have so much fun with you both :)
Brianna S
5.0
10/21/2025
I truly do not even know where to begin with how amazing Bentley/Honey b. is. We hired Bentley as our "partial planner" for our wedding day and to say she went above and beyond was...
an understatement. From hiring her 18 months in advance of our wedding day, to the day up to the event, she was there every step of the way. She provided us guidance, support, advice and was the best person to run every idea we had by. She kept everything incredibly organized, and with all her other clients, I genuinely have no clue how she does it. She does so much for the entire wedding community and is immensely bright, wise and helpful. The day of the wedding, she was the ultimate hype girl, and also the most perfect sense of calm. Having her there leading up to, and on our special day was everything and more than we could have asked for. Hiring her for your wedding day will be the best decision you could make in the process.
Response from Honey b. on 10/23/2025
Bri - You're making me tear up! Such a special day for you and Colin + I am so happy to ha...
ve gotten to know you both throughout this past year and a half! Thank you so much for showing your authentic selves throughout this process + making it so incredible to work with
Brodie R
5.0
10/07/2025
Bentley was absolutely incredible to work with throughout our wedding planning process. She was always professional, communicative and went the extra mile for us, always detail-ori...
ented. The best way we can put it- she made us feel like her ONLY couple; which we know is not the case. She was so invested in learning the names of all of our family members, always remembered small details that mattered to us. She is the absolute sweetest person and we are sad to be done working with her!!
Emily A
5.0
9/24/2025
I cannot say enough good things about Honey B and the team we worked with, Bentley and Nola. From the very beginning, they were so kind, organized, and trustworthy. I knew I could ...
just hand over the reins and enjoy the day without worrying. Everything ran so smoothly because of them, and I truly felt like I could relax and just soak in the moments.
One thing that really stood out was their thoughtfulness. Towards the end of the night I started feeling a little sick, and even though that was completely out of their control, they still went above and beyond. A few days later, they surprised us with a gift card for a date night because they felt bad that I wasn’t feeling 100% at the end of the wedding. They absolutely didn’t have to do that, but it shows just how much they care about their couples.
If you’re looking for coordinators who are not only professional and dependable, but also genuinely good people, Bentley and Nola at Honey B are the ones. They made our wedding day everything I hoped for and more!:)
William B
5.0
9/08/2025
Honey b. did a lovely job helping bring our wedding day together. As a Type A bride, I had most of the prework done, which made things easier—but they were still incredibly efficie...
nt and responsive throughout the process. Every question I had was answered quickly and clearly, and I felt supported the whole way through.
The person assigned to me for day-of coordination was a dream—calm, capable, and exactly the kind of presence you want on your wedding day. Everything ran smoothly, and I was able to truly enjoy the moment knowing things were in great hands. I’d absolutely recommend Honey b. to anyone looking for a planning team that can meet you where you are and elevate your day.
Lainey S
5.0
9/04/2025
Honey b. Weddings is phenomenal - we highly recommend! Leading up to the wedding, Bentley was quick to respond with questions regarding timelines and vendors. She is very knowledge...
able and personable. She had thought of things that weren't even on our minds!
We had Nola as our Day of Coordinator and she was outstanding! Our bridal party was very large and we had multiple sets of parents and she handled everything so beautifully. From day of check-ins to keeping drinks in our hands at all times, she did it all. Our day went smooth because of her!
Matthew W
5.0
8/20/2025
Hiring Honey B. was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! Tori and Bentley were amazing to work with—they handled all the decorations and logistics with such professio...
nalism and care. Thanks to them, everything came together seamlessly, and we were able to relax and fully enjoy our day. Truly worth every penny!
Darien W
5.0
8/16/2025
I have nothing but spectacular things to say about Bentley’s planning services, and especially our incredible day-of coordinator, Tori! From start to finish, the entire team was or...
ganized, professional, and genuinely invested in making our day everything we had dreamed of. Tori went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was handled flawlessly—her calm presence, quick problem-solving, and thoughtful touches made the whole day feel effortless.
The communication leading up to the wedding was clear, timely, and reassuring, and on the actual day, everything flowed seamlessly thanks to their expertise. Our family and friends even commented on how smooth and stress-free everything felt, which is truly the best gift we could have received. If you are looking for a team that combines exceptional attention to detail, genuine care, and the ability to make your vision come to life, Honey B is absolutely the one for you. We couldn’t be more grateful for all they did to make our wedding so perfect!
Devin M
5.0
8/11/2025
Honey.b was incredible in making our dream day come to life. While Bentley supported a lot in leading up to the day, our day of coordinator was Ireland and she was amazing! Our ent...
ire wedding party, families, and bride and groom felt so at ease on the day because of Ireland. She was always 3 steps ahead and any questions we had, it was already taken care of. Ireland was great at communicating with the venue, vendors, and family that was helping pre-wedding and cleanup. The perfect balance of being there for support but also not being in our faces all day so we could enjoy every minute! Can’t recommend Ireland and Honey.b enough!
Maddie O
5.0
8/03/2025
Bentley was the PERFECT coordinator for our wedding. Her professionalism, attention to detail, can do attitude and guidance through the planning process made our day go exactly to ...
plan. We were able to be fully present for our big day thanks to her.
I would recommend Honey B every day of the week and twice on Sunday.
Cody C
5.0
7/29/2025
We got to work with Tori from Honey b last weekend and was blown away. She was very organized, fun, and accommodating to the couple and other vendors. There were a lot of moving pa...
rts and she handled it effortlessly. Can't wait to work with Honey b again!
Olivia G
5.0
7/28/2025
Can we give her a 6/5 stars?! Omg!! Bentley was unbelievable… the weeks up to the wedding she was so organized and had great communication. Day of wedding .. even better!
After th...
e ceremony, she was waiting at the end of the aisle with a celebratory cocktail, and between (stressful) family photos and chaos! She was always right there checking in and making sure the day went so smooth. Bentley also captured the sweetest moments - which was so unexpected. Hire her!!!!!! She will be the best investment for your day.
O+C💙💙
Gillian B
5.0
6/26/2025
If we could give more than 5 stars to Honey b we would! Bentley and her team are the best of the best. Bentley provided so many ideas and structure in the months leading up to my...
daughter's big day. On the day of the wedding we worked with Ali and she was incredible. She brought a calm approach and big smile the entire day. When I had a question or idea she would show up before I even really thought I needed her. She just seemed to float around effortlessly, answering everyone's questions and keeping us all on track. We are so thankful to have worked with Honey b. Top top notch:)
Amber D
5.0
6/03/2025
I cannot express how grateful we are to Bentley and Ireland for making our wedding so wonderful. Bentley was incredible with communication and helping us finalize all the details. ...
Day-of, Ireland was a dream to work with. She was not only efficient and on top of everything, but so kind to everyone. Our guests raved about her all night long. We really couldn't have had such a wonderful day without them! <3
Mike G
5.0
5/28/2025
Bentley is a total pro who was absolutely amazing to work with! Our venue required us to have a day-of coordinator, and while going into that arrangement with the venue we weren’t ...
sure if we would have this position had it not been required, Bentley showed us that it should be a required part of every wedding day. Always on the spot when we needed something, fun and kind as we navigated the most nervy hours leading up to our ceremony, knowledgeable on items we were unsure of, she truly made it so we could focus on ourselves as much as possible once folks started arriving and our event commenced. We are 100 percent sure that she can fill any role within the packages that she presents, but we are 10000 percent sure her day-of services are spot on having experienced what she brings to the table in that capacity.
David C
5.0
3/12/2025
Bentley was INCREDIBLE. From the planning stages to the execution of everything on our big day, I knew I could count on her. She was professional, organized, adaptable, and always ...
sought to make sure my husband and I were getting the experience we dreamed of. I would recommend her a million times over!
Payton H
5.0
2/19/2025
I highly recommend Honey b. We did the full planning package and we LOVED it. Bentley was so amazing to work with, she understood our vision and executed it flawlessly. She was at...
tentive to every detail, earning our full trust and she certainly did not disappoint. Throughout the entire planning process we were able to enjoy our engagement without stress, knowing she was taking care of everything. This continued on our wedding day as well, allowing us to be fully present and in the moment without any worries.
Savanna J
5.0
2/09/2025
We cannot recommend Bentley and her team enough! We used Honey b. for day of coordination services and it was the best decision we made. Bentley is so sweet and you can tell she ca...
res so much about your special day. I’m very Type A so I was doing majority of the planning myself. When we met a month before the wedding to go over everything, she made me feel so confident that she would handle everything on the big day and she absolutely did!
From having drinks ready for us after the ceremony, bustling my dress when it fell throughout the night, to listening to my needs before the ceremony when I started feeling anxious, she absolutely killed it. Our decor was beautiful and she made everything run so smooth throughout our day/night. We have nothing but wonderful things to say about Bentley and Honey b!
Brooke R
5.0
11/25/2024
Where do I even start with Bentley Bates? I honestly can’t thank her enough for making my wedding day an absolute dream. As a Type A person, I’m usually very hands-on and like to b...
e in control of every detail, so the thought of handing over my wedding planning to someone else made me incredibly nervous. But from the moment I started working with Bentley, she put all of my worries to rest.
She took the time to meet with me several times before the big day, really listening to my vision and making sure she understood exactly what I wanted. Bentley has this rare combination of being incredibly organized and calm under pressure, which made me feel so confident in her abilities. She knew how important every detail was to me, and I could tell she genuinely cared about bringing my vision to life.
When the wedding day finally came, I was able to hand everything over to Bentley and completely let go of control. And let me tell you – she absolutely killed it. She set up everything perfectly and ran the day with such grace and precision that I didn’t have to worry about a single thing. It was such a refreshing feeling to not have to stress about the decor, timeline, or anything else. All I had to focus on was getting ready with my girls and marrying the love of my life!
Bentley’s attention to detail was second to none, and she made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. Her calming presence and professionalism allowed me to truly enjoy the day and soak in every moment without a single hitch. I felt completely at ease, knowing she had everything handled.
If you want a wedding coordinator who is not only organized and reliable but also truly cares about making your day as perfect as possible, Bentley Bates is the one. She exceeded all of my expectations and made my wedding day the magical, stress-free experience I had always hoped for.
Brittany S
5.0
11/17/2024
I’m so happy I booked Bentley from Honey B as my day-of-coordinator. I honestly don’t know how I would've gotten through the day without her. She was so easy and fun to work with t...
hroughout the planning process. She went above and beyond for what was expected and handled absolutely everything you could think of throughout the wedding day. Bentley has a very calming demeanor and made the entire day stress free. She is amazing at what she does and brought my vision and all of the planning to life. I can’t thank Bentley enough for all the hard work she did for my wedding! I would absolutely recommend booking her!
Hannah D
5.0
11/05/2024
We can’t say enough amazing things about Bentley! She was truly a lifesaver on our wedding day, going above and beyond day-of coordination. She was available for any questions lead...
ing up to the big day and made sure we felt fully prepared, covering every last detail so nothing was missed. In the weeks leading up, she always responded to our last-minute emails with positivity and reassurance.
On the day itself, Bentley kept everything running smoothly without ever making us feel rushed, coordinating seamlessly with our vendors and making sure everything looked perfect. She felt like an old friend, allowing us to relax and enjoy the day. Choosing Bentley was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. If you want a stress-free, unforgettable day, go with Honey B. Thank you for everything, Bentley!
Abigail L
5.0
8/26/2024
Where to begin?! Honey B and Nola made our day what it was!! We could not have done it without their help. Bentley was so helpful in the months leading up to our wedding. Nola was ...
our coordinator and I can not say enough good things about her. She greeted me the day of with a big hug and a smile. I immediately felt calmer having her there! She set up our decor beautifully and packed it all away at the end of the night. Having her present allowed me to be present and enjoy the day without the stress of coordination. If you are thinking about getting a coordinator, do it and hire Honey B!!
Samantha S
5.0
8/22/2024
Bentley from Honey b was fantastic! She truly made my vision and all my planning come to life on the day of my wedding! She was so professional and always had timely communication ...
with us leading up to the event and even on the day of. She blew away my expectations and I was so glad we hired Honey b to be our day of coordination. She relieved so much stress and worry about how the day was going to go, from answering questions, creating a timeline, communicating with all my other vendors, setting up the ceremony decor and flipping and decorating the room and tables for reception, and tearing down on the day of— she was amazing and I could not recommend her more!!! The quality of service was outstanding and worth every penny to have my day go smoothly and stress free!
Olivia K
5.0
8/07/2024
Bentley was fabulous! It is clear that she is deeply knowledgeable about hosting weddings, especially in the MN area. She was helpful with recommendations, suggestions and answerin...
g the most minute of questions to help us bring our vision to life. On the day of, Ali and Alexis were fabulous - they executed our vision perfectly and kept the day running smoothly so we didn’t have to think about anything except enjoying ourselves!
Jacquie V
5.0
7/18/2024
Hiring Honey b. was the best decision we made for our wedding day. Bentley started by giving us great advice and answering all of the questions that come-up when planning a wedding...
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Bentley made our wedding day run seamlessly, while bringing a calming presence to the whole wedding party. Bentley's knowledge was amazing, and we could not believe how much she was able to accomplish. From setting up the reception, coordinating vendors, and helping pack-up at the end of the night. She knew all of the details.
I would not hesitate hiring Honey b. and could not recommend them more to anyone planning their special day.
Lauren B
5.0
7/02/2024
Bentley was the best day of coordinator! She helped my vision come to life and made our wedding day a day we will never forget. It was perfect.
Bentley is extremely organized and ...
was always willing to help answer any questions I had throughout the process, and even on the big day. She is so friendly and kind - truly such an amazing person to work with. I would highly recommend her and her team to anyone looking for a wedding coordinator. Thank you for making our wedding day a dream come true. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Jaylin P
5.0
7/01/2024
Bentley was incredible to work with! She was so knowledgeable and always willing to hop on vendor calls with us and go over every detail of the wedding. She made such a stressful p...
rocess seem so smooth and easy and we are so happy we decided to hire a coordinator. All the decor looked perfect and the day of was so organized with her timeline and coordination with the vendors involved!
I'd definitely recommend Honey B to anyone in need of a wedding planner or coordinator.
Riley G
5.0
6/25/2024
Ali was absolutely fabulous when organizing and finalizing details for our wedding at Pinewood. Her execution and professionalism was above all of our expectations. Having a day of...
coordinator made the day go so smoothly. Ali was thoughtful and considerate during every moment. She truly made our entire experience perfect. Honey b will be highly recommend in our social circle and we cannot thank Ali enough. With all our love, Riley + Colin
Sophia H
5.0
6/20/2024
11/10! If there is one thing that you must have at your wedding, it’s a day of coordinator. I did not know if I needed one for the longest time but I’m so glad I did! Tori was our ...
DOC and she was a freaking beast!! I don’t know what we would have done without her. It was her first cultural wedding (different customs) so I was nervous she wouldn’t be able to assist as much but she rocked it! She informed me about any hiccups that had happened but kept me calm by already having a solution proposed so that I didn’t have to think about it. She kept us on track during our chaotic timeline but also adapted when something needed to change. She was there from morning until the end of the night where she packed up decor for it to be ready to go as soon as the wedding ended. I cannot recommend Honey b Weddings and especially Tori enough!
Kate P
5.0
6/09/2024
honey b. was the absolute best for our wedding! Bentley was organized, attentive, and supportive from the beginning planning stages to the day of the wedding. She made sure that al...
l details were taken care of so that we could relax and fully enjoy our wedding. She set up all decor exactly how we envisioned, ran the timeline smoothly, and anticipated our needs, whether it was having drinks ready for us after the ceremony or stepping in with stain remover to quickly fix the dress. Would highly recommend working with honey b. weddings!
Abigail H
5.0
5/30/2024
I cannot express how happy I am that I hired Honey b. as my Day of Coordinator! Bentley provides a guide that is so helpful for planning items to make sure every detail is thought ...
of. She is very easy to work with and responsive to any questions leading up to the big day.
I was assigned Nola as my Day of Coordinator. She was also amazing to work with! She is a great communicator and met with me before the wedding to discuss the vision for the wedding day. She set up everything exactly as discussed, and everything looked amazing! I did not have to answer any questions or make any decisions on my wedding because Nola was there to ensure everything was taken care of! I highly recommend having a Day of Coordinator on your wedding day!!
Akansha A
5.0
5/29/2024
We had a wonderful experience with Honey B. Ireland was our day of coordinator and she handled everything with professionalism and care! She also helped us ensure we were prepared ...
before the day of. We're so happy with Honey B. and would definitely recommend!
Ellie S
5.0
5/23/2024
Bentley was beyond amazing. Helped every step of the way and kept things rolling and organized. 10/10 would recommend her.
Hannah P
5.0
4/30/2024
We cannot say enough amazing things about Bentley! My husband and I hired Honey B for day of coordination, but Bentley went above and beyond just being there for the day. She was a...
vailable for any questions we had beforehand, took the time to sit down with us and understand our vision, created our timeline, attended our venue walkthrough, ran our rehearsal...literally anything we needed, she was there for.
On the day of the wedding, Bentley kept everyone on time without ever making us feel rushed. She worked amazingly with our other vendors to flawlessly execute our vision for the day. Andrew and I weren't the least bit stressed on our day, and we owe that completely to Bentley. For us to not have to worry where to be/at what time, if everything is set up, if the other vendors have what they need, etc. allowed us to fully be present in our day.
We've said it multiple times during the wedding and after that investing in Bentley's services was the best money we spent on our wedding. We would recommend Bentley and her team to all couples who want a smooth, stress-free wedding day!
Response from Honey b. on 04/30/2024
Hannah + Andrew, wow what an incredible wedding day! It was so fun to work with you guys +...
I absolutely loved getting to know you throughout the process. Everything a part of your day was so beautiful! From the flowers, decor, to your love and my favorite, the "fatheads" of your pup so he could participate in the day. I'm stealing that idea!
Jamie S
5.0
4/10/2024
Bentley was incredible!! She made our day run so smoothly and truly made us feel like guests at our own party. From the moment we arrived at the venue to the moment we left she was...
there coordinating, decorating and organizing absolutely everything. The venue looked absolutely stunning with her decorating! She took all the stress of the day off from both my husband and I, along with our families. She was also helpful during our planning meetings, helping us to think of things we had forgotten during the planning process. We are so thankful for Bentley and can not imagine what our day would have looked like without her. If you are unsure about whether to hire a day of coordinator or no, do it! You will thank yourself later.
Response from Honey b. on 04/30/2024
Jamie, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure to see you two get ma...
rried and It was so fun to bring your beautiful vision to life!
Matt B
5.0
1/14/2024
Becca and Bentley were wonderful to work with! Planning meeting ensured details were not missed before and for the day of the event. Many members of the wedding party and family sp...
oke to Becca’s organization and ability to keep the day on track. Their experiences showed, as they were a step ahead of what needed to be done for set up, during the event, and helping to clean up along the way. You will not be disappointed with honey b.
Response from Honey b. on 01/16/2024
Matt, thank you so much for letting us know how amazing the day was! Becca is amazing + I ...
am so happy to hear you had a wonderful experience.
Anne O
5.0
1/04/2024
If you are looking for a stress free wedding day and planning process, filled with compassion and fun — Honey B is it. Briefly after getting engaged, my father was diagnosed with c...
ancer and the stress of the wedding, on top of supporting him, took the fun out of things. In search of support, I contacted Bentley to see if she could assist with partial planning. Immediately in speaking to her, I sighed a breath of fresh air. She helped me find amazing vendors, manage all of the different to dos, and set realistic expectations for timelines to keep me calm. Where I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted, she came in with incredible recommendations and ideas that made our wedding everything we could have dreamed of. She was thoughtful to my father’s accessibility challenges, and made sure we had a plan for his support so I could relax. I cannot emphasize enough that our wedding would not have been what it was without Bentley. And as all the other reviews echo — her day of skills are top tier. Not only did she feel like a friend to everyone in our wedding party, but she advocated for me every step of the way and made sure I could sit back and enjoy the day fully. My now husband and I are so grateful for all the moments at our wedding together that Bentley made sure could happen. These are memories you can’t get back. Go with Honey. B. You will NOT be disappointed. Thank you endlessly, Bentley!
Bianca G
5.0
10/23/2023
Honey B (Bentley) and our day of coordinator (Tori) were fabulous! They helped make the wedding process easier and relieve stress for me the day of the wedding. Tori was so helpfu...
l and supportive when the weather was not cooperating the day of the wedding and took the initiative to ensure I still had the wedding I had dreamed of. They helped with the set up, execution of our vision and helped take everything down at the end of the night which was SO helpful! They both were organized, responsive and always willing to help. I would recommend honey B to anyone!
Caitlin S
5.0
10/19/2023
Bentley was absolutely amazing to work with from our first conversation. I knew she was the right choice for our day of coordination. Priya ended up being our day of coordinator an...
d she rocked it. She knew how to handle the room and make sure our vision was successful for the wedding day. I would recommend honey b. to anyone!
Megan M
5.0
10/18/2023
Bentley (owner of Honey b.) is THE BEST. We hired her and her team for their full planning package, so when I say our wedding wouldn't have happened without her, I mean it! This wa...
s such a great option for us, as we live out of state, and we were much too busy to make wedding planning a full time job for a year. From vendor selection all the way to table decor, Bentley was with us every step of the way through email, phone, FaceTime, and in-person meetings. I cannot even come close to covering everything she did to help us plan our wedding, but here's a start: vendor research (and I mean ALL ~10 of our vendors), setting up meetings/calls with vendors, color scheme selection, stationary design, attire selection for wedding party, communicating with our hired vendors, design and floor plan for the venue, providing her own rental items, making name cards and signage, day-of coordination, day-of set up and take down, she even buttoned my dress and picked up our late night food from Taco Bell during the reception! Bentley is more than just a wedding planner, she's a sounding board, a calming presence, and seriously just so fun to have around! I cannot recommend Honey b. enough for a smooth and worry-free wedding day!
Jay H
5.0
10/13/2023
Bentley was amazing, we literally did not have to think of one detail through the entire day because Bentley was so on top of it. Would recommend over and over again.
Danielle R
5.0
10/08/2023
I am so thankful for Bentley from HoneyB - she was an absolute dream! She made planning an out of state wedding completely stress-free. Even though we weren’t able to meet in perso...
n before the wedding, the regular video calls made it feel like I was meeting an old friend on the day of. I felt completely comfortable trusting her guidance, and when I had no clue what to do I went with her input, and couldn’t have been happier. She listened to my vision and kept budget in mind when offering the selection of vendors for the various things. I went into this process feeling clueless, but she knew exactly what to do and kept planning on track. Especially when it came to managing the day-of schedule and flow! Everything was executed flawlessly. I highly recommend HoneyB, especially Bentley, and ESPECIALLY if planning a wedding from out of state!
Leah R
5.0
9/21/2023
Ali, our day of coordinator, played a huge role in our vision coming to life on our wedding day! She prepared a detailed timeline and asked detailed questions about who was bringin...
g what, who was taking items at the end of the night, etc. All of this planning paid off. At the start of the day, she greeted family members and vendors alike with a smile and gave clear directions on what to do next. She consistently checked in with us throughout the day, asking if we needed anything, even something to drink. Our venue was a barn with lots of open spaces throughout the property, requiring her to be in several different places at once and to coordinate with other vendors who weren't within earshot, and she made things move so smoothly from start to finish. Highly recommend her and HoneyB. to help lessen the stress of the wedding day, so it can be enjoyed to the fullest!
Matt L
5.0
9/20/2023
Tori was incredible. She herded cats with the confidence, calm, and care that is needed on a stressful wedding day and helped resolve hiccups before we even knew they were happenin...
g. She and Bentley were great to work with in our planning process and offered just the right amount of guidance and experience along the way to make that easier as well. Thank you so so much for everything!
Rachel B
5.0
9/15/2023
Priya is a MAGICIAN. We had Priya as our day-of coordinator (DOC). She was in large part responsible for our day going extremely smoothly with no issues, and kept us ahead of sched...
ule. If you are questioning whether to hire a DOC, absolutely DO IT!! It is a game changer. And ask for Priya. All of our vendors and the owners of our venue commented on how outstanding Priya was to work with. She is a rockstar and we are so thankful we had her. She was the main communicator between all vendors, the keeper of our timeline, and she helped decorate/setup/cleanup/etc. She wears all the hats!
Lily G
5.0
9/13/2023
I hired Bentley (honey b) through a recommendation from my photographer, Rachel Elle. Bentley was so warm and knowledgeable from our first interactions, and I felt confident in tru...
sting her to help me plan my wedding.
I chose the Partial Planning package, because I had already selected several vendors on my own and I had a whole vision of my own that I was working on, and Bentley completely understood what I was going for. She was super helpful in helping me bring my vision to life and had so many great ideas.
Bentley really knows her stuff, and I was so grateful to have access to her expertise! She also has an incredible inventory of rental items that you can choose to rent, which I recommend, as this makes the decor process significantly easier.
I rented multiple gorgeous gold-framed mirrors, plus all the items for the guest tables. Bentley has an incredible eye for decor, and she designed stunning tablescapes that were totally in line with my aesthetic vision. I was able to use my Cricut to design the welcome mirror ahead of time, and it was gorgeous!
Bentley really shined on my wedding day, and I am SO grateful that she was there to make the process run smoothly. I had a ton of stuff in boxes that I didn't end up having time to organize or explain (last-minute Covid situation in our house...) and Bentley just totally figured everything out without having to ask me any questions.
I was late to arrive at the venue and I was afraid our timeline would be thrown off, but Bentley (and Rachel, who are an incredible duo) never once made me feel a hint of stress or anxiety about it. We ended up being completely fine thanks to her diligence and management.
If you want to have a stress-free day, I HIGHLY recommend having Bentley on your team. Bentley even made sure we ate throughout the day and brought us our favorite drinks. And cake! Amazing! I miss her already. Thank you Bentley.
Response from Honey b. on 09/13/2023
Lily,
Oh my goodness what a magical day! You + Jordan were a blast to work with and I mis...
s you already too! Your day was so intentionally designed and celebrated. I can't wait to meet up for coffee soon or hear all about yours and Jordan's adventures as you start your life as a married couple!
Maria G
5.0
9/06/2023
We loved working with Honey b! They are so organized and helpful when it comes to the wedding planning process. Our wedding day ran so smoothly thanks to Nola, we are so thankful f...
or all of her and Bentley's hard work. Highly recommend!
Response from Honey b. on 09/06/2023
Hi Maria,
Congratulations on being Married! Nola and I had the absolute pleasure working ...
with you two on your big day and so happy that you trusted us with your big day!
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