i-do Weddings & Events the Knot's Hall of Fame Favorite

sure that it came to life. She is very patient and makes valuable suggestions for all aspects of the wedding including suggestions for venue, rehearsal dinner, cake, photographer, videographer, ceremony, and reception, to name a few. Her fantastic organizational skills and calm demeander kept everything on schedule during all phases of the ceremony and reception. Our guests had so much fun! If you want top notch service and a beautiful outcome, I would highly recommend Brigid and I-do Weddings and Events. We are SO HAPPY with the experience we had!

de my daughter’s special day go down in history. Thank you so much !

ionalism that Brigid paid to our wedding. 'EXCEPTIONAL LADY' created our wonderful wedding!

ng so fun for my daughter and I. Her vendor recommendations were fabulous which helped make a perfect wedding day. If you want to enjoy the planning and your wedding day, hire Karen she will definately not dissapoint. Thank you Karen and I do Weddings!

She made sure everything was taken care of and took all the stress away from the week of and day of and it was truly the best decision we could have made to use her! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!

en from I-Do weddings from theknot reviews and couldn't be happier. We honestly had no idea how to plan a wedding and Karen made it super easy for us. Everything from budgeting, finding vendors, and wedding day coordination was very smooth. There wasn't a single bump in our wedding planning. Karen gave us our dream wedding and we will forever be thankful. We even got featured theknot magazine! Make sure you guys book Karen from I-Do weddings. She's truly the best

amily & friends traveling from out of town). None of this phased Brigid at all & she went above and beyond to help plan things that weren't even part of our wedding package as they came up (ex: looking into flights for my family). Brigid is probably the most responsive person I've ever worked with, which really matters when it comes to a wedding! She's obviously smart, competent, and gets things done. She knows everyone in the local wedding industry it seems & put us in touch with the absolute best vendors. Super friendly and fun but at the same time able to handle the 5 million things at once that it takes to plan a wedding. My type A personality resulted in me e-mailing her multiple times a day sometimes as questions/items popped into my head but she never seemed to mind & was always helpful, prompt, & friendly when it came to taking care of things as they came up. Karen Montgomery who is on the design team at I-do Weddings & Events has great taste & obviously paid close attention to exactly what sort of vibe/look we wanted at our wedding! It was the most beautiful wedding I've ever attending (obviously I may be just a tad biased since it was my own ;) but I actually received that compliment from several guests. Every single detail she planned out from the layout of the room, the linens, lighting, florals etc. turned out gorgeous & the finished product actually brought tears to my eyes. On the day of I had the best time & got so many compliments from guests on how smooth and perfect everything was. They made sure each detail and request was taken care of & I literally did not stress even once on the night of our reception. My wedding & reception were absolutely wonderful & I know I couldn't have done it without Brigid, Karen, & the amazing team at I-do Weddings & Events. I would highly recommend them to anyone & sincerely hope I can use them for another event in the future!

ing and she had a practical, sensible answer. She helped keep us on budget and on a timeline, but at the same time design, plan, and execute the best wedding ever. The ceremony was beautiful and the party was so fun- instead of being a nervous wreck, I actually had a blast at my own daughter's wedding! If you need a wedding planner... choose- I-Do and Karen Montgomery!

ade it possible. It was a stress free , well organized day. I can't say thank you enough.

ctly. Karen guided us through all the components of the rehearsal dinner. She found the perfect venue that met our desires and needs. She guided us through all the other elements and we were able to relax and enjoy the festivities.

one looking for an organized, punctual, and CARING planner!

cess to the day of details, Karen and Brigid= perfection. Both took the pressure off my mom and I to make planning a wedding a breeze. Would recommend them a thousand times over!!

he helped set up a beautiful cookie table all while helping to arrange our home made table centerpieces. Karen was very organized and prepared for anything and we highly recommend her to help make your day a reality.

w and cool touches within budget, and she was extremely organized. The wedding party, family, and vendors could not stress enough how helpful it was to have a detailed timeline. Everything ran so smoothly and we were able to just have fun and enjoy our special day. I am still receiving compliments on our wedding for the flawless flow and how true it was to us as a couple.

g, they were quick with their responses and eager to work on our behalf. From coordinating the hotel blocks to researching venues in our price range to contacting each vendor individually to discuss our day, they went above and beyond to make sure everything was planned to a T. They created a timeline with every individual's name and role involved that laid out what would happen at what time starting from setup the day before and the rehearsal dinner all the way to the end of our wedding night. As a young couple, we had no idea what it would take to put together such a huge event and they gave us the comfort and support that our wedding would go off without a hitch. I can't express how professional they were and fun it was to work with them throughout the entire planning process. Our wedding day was the best day of our lives and we don't know what we would have done without them. Our minds were at ease knowing they had every base covered while we were focused on our bug day. For any couple looking to truly enjoy their engagement and the time up to their wedding, I would highly recommend i-do Weddings and Events.

s cleaned up afterwards she was always doing something behind the scenes to ensure the party kept rolling. Weddings are incredibly hard to coordinate and the bride and groom have virtually no time the day of to manage things. If you have even a semi-complicated wedding I highly recommend Karen.

t was evident that I needed Karen on my team. Throughout the entire 13 month process Karen was there day-and-night to answer any questions, provide insight and give her support to me, my fiance and my family to ensure we were getting what we wanted and what we needed to plan our dream wedding. She met numerous times onsite whether to discuss linens, song selections, entree selection, etc. I knew I could count on her to be there. August 18th came and Karen was nonstop all day making sure everything went smoothly. She was popping in to the bridal suite to make sure we were being taken care of, down in the ballroom setting up place cards, placing wedding favors on tables, running bouquets back-and-forth for pictures, she did it all. Only being a couple days out, I seriously have major post-wedding blues! I can honestly say our day was PERFECT. Karen coordinated a detailed timeline for all vendors to ensure the entire weekend went seamless! The quality services we received is more than I could have expected, and I am so grateful I got to say 'i-do' with Karen leading my team!!

know all the best vendors and contacts and that made so many things easier. There were plenty of difficult, painful decisions to make, but Karen made them feel more manageable. In the end, our wedding was like a dream. It was amazing to see everything come together and run so smoothly. We didn't get to spend tons of time with Karen on our day, but we could tell she was behind the scenes, taking care of things the whole time. We're sad our time with Karen is over, but look forward to seeing her at my sister's wedding in a few months. Thanks for everything Karen! Meg and Dan

reliable vendors and made sure our "day of" went smooth and perfect. There was never one time that I thought "I could have done this myself" or had any concerns that things weren't going anything other than great. Karen had it under control. The level of detail and planning that goes into a wedding should not be left to just anyone. Please do yourself a huge favor and hire I-do to make the most important day of your life perfect!! It's the best investment you can make. Thank you Karen for your professionalism, wisdom, experience and patience. It was a perfect day!

ked. I can't imagine working with anyone else because she was seriously the best!

o listen. The weddings were both spectacular and if something went wrong, we didn't know about it! I was able to enjoy all of the day, without worry. Do yourself and your family a big favor - work with I-Do! Jeanie Messer

ding, and without her organization and and skill managing every aspect of it on the day of. I can't say enough great things about her. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a great wedding planner and friend!

ions. The day of the wedding, we could not be more impressed with how the day went. Karen and her team worked every detail perfectly knowing exactly what my step daughters vision was. Because of Karen, the day and all the little details were spectacular!

ng so perfect. I will definitely recommend them to any and everyone!

f service alone I am so grateful, I wasn't stressed even once! She either handle problems without telling me, or came to me with both a problem and its solution in action. She kept my(and my Mom, husband etc.) cups full of drink as we cruised the party trying to be sure that we got to talk with everyone there. Trust me, you need i-Do weddings and Christina in your life!

s cool, calm, and collected, and made sure everything went smoothly. Karen made our wedding perfect, and we cannot thank her enough for that. There were things I didn't even consider on the day of the wedding that she took care of before I even had a chance to think about it. I can't recommend I Do and Karen enough. If you're considering getting a wedding planner, then look no further. You won't be disappointed.

o a little reluctantly, we met with Christina Penfield and Karen Montgomery of I-Do Weddings & Events. We knew from the initial meeting that this would be the best decision we made to ensure my daughters wedding would be all we had hoped for. Right from the start, they understood my daughter and her fiancée's vision and created a clear path to make that vision a reality. They had fantastic recommendations for vendors who were just wonderful to work with and made the night go off flawlessly. Our meetings were filled with creativity and detail, and my daughters voice was always heard and respected. We looked forward to every planning meeting and the organized and thoughtful way Christina and Karen kept us on track. They offered wise suggestions and were compassionate and professional in the few stressful situations that arose. They were our sounding board for decisions we were unsure of and kept close contact with our venue and our vendors. The day of the wedding was SO much fun thanks to Christina and Karen's organization and experience. Christina was the point person at the venue since we had worked closely with her on design. She made sure everything was perfect and we were so thrilled when we got to see our vision come to life. Karen was with us at our house, where the both the bridesmaids and groomsmen got ready and pictures were taken. She graciously kept us on schedule ( picture herding cats 😺) and both families got to enjoy the beautiful special moments that happened that day. They handled the distributions of payments and tips for the night so my husband did not have to worry about that. Christina made sure my daughter and her husband got off at the end to their honeymoon suite. Thanks to I-Do Weddings my daughters wedding was just perfect. I can't tell you how often my daughter or I would say "Thank God we have Christina and Karen!" Probably the best compliment of all, three weeks after my daughters wedding, we both mentioned that we missed seeing Christina and Karen. They are so very dear to us. Hiring I -Do was by far the best decision and the wisest investment we made and we feel very blessed to have worked with Christina and Karen!

ped guide us to making the best decisions for the wedding. She was always willing to help and answer questions. I trusted her to make choices for me when I couldn't be in town. It rained the day of our wedding and her professionalism and calm demeanor plus impeccably planning made the situation not even be a problem (which is the most a bride could ever ask for). Everyone at and in our wedding commented on how professional, organized and wonderful she was to work with. I would recommend Christina and I-Do weddings for anyone getting married (and not just in Cincinnati). Christina was not only my wedding planner, but she also became my friend.

, but I am so thankful that I changed my mind. Brigid was very helpful during the beginning stages of the wedding planning process to bounce ideas off of and was a wealth of information for me as a Cincinnati bride. She had a vast knowledge of venues and vendors and was able to give recommendations based on our budget. She also provided a timeline software that was easy to use, manipulate, and made planning the wedding week/weekend a breeze. It was helpful to have all the information for the weekend in one place. Karen went over the timeline with me the week before the wedding and was able to provide suggestions on items that I had not thought of and also some areas where the timeline should be extended so that we would not feel rushed. Karen was invaluable as a coordinator the day of the wedding. She eased any anxiety, was a calming influence and allowed my whole family to be fully present without having to carry the responsibility of the details themselves, which everyone was truly grateful for. She was there every step of the way and felt like a member of our family who we love. She arrived on time, made some last minute payments that were overlooked the day before, kept us on schedule and silently facilitated many other things that she didn’t bother us with. She was a point person between all of our vendors and helped the DJ queue up some of the important moments like my father’s welcome, maid of honor and best man speeches, cake cutting and first dances. She made sure everyone was where they needed to be throughout the day and was willing to help with anything. Karen provided our photographers a lot of assistance with keeping the process smooth and on time. She made sure that all requested photos were taken within the allotted time before and after the ceremony. We all feel very lucky that we had Karen by our sides on such an important day and are thankful for the special connection we developed. After the wedding we received a very special and personal note from her which brought me back to our perfect day. I thoroughly and heartily recommend i-do Weddings & Events. They blew me away with their professionalism, knowledge, genuineness and kindness. Their passion for helping others plan and execute their special day is evident the first time you meet them. They truly enjoy what they do and are who you want to help you plan and execute your special day.

ent wrong on my wedding day because Karen and her team were there to make sure everything was PERFECT. I was so fortunate enough to work directly with Karen from I-Do. Planning a wedding is stressful; No matter who you ask. Karen was amazing at taking the lead and asking questions that I would never think of. Ex. "how would you like your towels folded?" Crazy, I know, but those are questions you're asked leading up to the wedding day and believe me, that's the last thing you want to think about. Karen was a life saver. No joke. I'm so thankful for Karen and her team because I didn't worry about one thing on my big day. Not a thing and that's how every bride should feel on their wedding day. Stress free and fabulous. :)

On the day of the wedding, they kept things running smoothly and allowed us to have a wonderful time full of great memories. I'm so glad we found them, because they made our day that much more special!

commend them.

band and I were so impressed with their guidance to find vendors, setting up appointments, and keeping us organized and on track. They were both very professional and were quick to respond to questions and concerns. On the day of our wedding, we completely trusted Christina and Karen and knew our day would go smoothly and perfectly having them there, and it did! Now, 5 months after the wedding, my husband and I miss our meetings with them as they will forever be a great part of the memories we had planning our perfect wedding day!

out wedding planning that I never would have had on my own. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and everything went exactly as planned!!! Having her as our wedding coordinator gave us so much peace of mind, so we were really able to enjoy the big day!

exceptional, only equaled by her ability to turn our desires into reality, and within budget. Importantly, she also pushed back when that was needed. She created a wedding that anyone would be ecstatic about. We can’t recommend her highly enough.

sionalism and organization skills make them top-of-the-line wedding planners. We had so many ideas, decor and personal touches that we wanted to incorporate into the wedding day. They worked their magic in setting up and executing everything we wanted into a stunning, customized setting. From the minute we signed up with them, they gave excellent vendors recommendations that started bringing our dream wedding to life. Every recommended vendor we chose was perfect and the time savings in narrowing down those choices was significant! On top of that, Karen and Christina made sure everything was on schedule at numerous meetings we had with the vendors and our venue over a 12 month period. Karen and Christina helped develop a detailed timeline for us which helped everyone (vendors, venue, wedding party, etc) stay on schedule and made the wedding day flow flawlessly. At the end of the night, the I-Do team packed everything up for us (27 boxes in all) as we went on with the post wedding celebration. I can’t say enough about everything they did for us and how they made our day completely stress free. We are truly grateful that Karen and Christina were by our side for the past year and especially on our wedding day.

! If anything went wrong during the day, we were none the wiser because of their services. We can't thank them enough!

y dream wedding… and I mean it when I say it, they are the best! I hired them shortly after I got engaged knowing that I did not want a bit of stress on my mom throughout the entire process. And it worked! My mom was able to enjoy herself the day of and not worry about a thing! Karen and Christina were absolutely great at helping me mold my vision into a reality. They were very responsive to my many emails, and they had so many great vendor recommendations! They made planning fun! And the day of, I got to sit back end enjoy every minute because I knew we were in such good hands! I am so grateful to have worked with these hard working ladies! I would highly recommend them to my family and friends. If you’re a bride to be, do yourself and your mother a favor and hire I-do Weddings!

e and beyond the call of duty. If it wasn't for them I do not believe my wedding would have been as beautiful as it was or would have gone as smoothly. I am so grateful and cannot thank them enough. I would 100% recommend them to my family and friends. Hire them you will not regret it! :)

with Christina several times in the months leading up to the wedding as the plans for various elements became clearer. It was great to have her give us friendly reminders about things we needed to clarify and lock down. Then, the best part, was on the day-of, we turned everything over to her and we didn't have to worry about a thing! Our guests could be guests and the day ran very smoothly! It was a team effort and having Christina on the team was a big win!

nal attention. I don't know how I would have enjoyed being able to focus on my daughters special day without them. They made every step of the process so relaxed - and let me focus on being part of that special day!

y of, they were nothing less than professional and helpful. I wouldn't have made it without them. They are the best and they made our day super special. Thanks to everyone who was a part of helping!

n I tell you, you will not be disappointed! Their expertise and professionalism are second to none. I cannot even begin to tell you how instrumental Brigid, Karen, and Christina were in bringing our dream wedding to fruition. These ladies are nothing short of amazing! My husband and I were able to plan our entire wedding from Louisville, amidst the craziness of everyday responsibilities with minimal trips to Cincinnati and little stress (yes…really)! There was no detail left unattended, and no request too large. From communication with all of the vendors, keeping us up to date on what needed to be done when, to a timeline of events down to the minute for the weekend, they really did think of everything! When the big day was upon us, the only thing I had to think about was keeping it together on my walk down the isle, and they even had great advice about that as well! It was so wonderful to be able to relax and enjoy my friends and family the weekend of our wedding, knowing that Brigid and Karen had everything under control. Were it not for i-do Weddings & Events, I know our special day wouldn't have been the same!

ied! They go above and beyond for their clients! Thank you for making it the best day ever!

wanted to schedule an appointment to discuss hiring her for my daughter's Wedding. Best investment I made. By Profession I am a Planner and have organized and coordinated many events. My goal was to be stress free and more importantly enjoy the most beautiful day fof my daughters life, her Wedding Day! And that's exactly what happened for me and my daughter. My daughter at first, didn't understand why I was making this investment. However, after our first meeting she was overwhelmed with all that had to be done; deadlines, time frames, coordinating with all the vendors, etc. she herself was very happy that I hired Karen. Karen and Christina were amazing to work with. They are so calming when you think you have a crisis, They talk through with you providing guidance, suggestions and most importantly keeping you calm. I"m not sure how they do it but they do. They never made me feel as if I was bothering them when I called with questions or asking for suggestions. As the Big Day was nearing Karen stepped in and took complete charge, Dealing with all the Vendors and providing them with their schedules. Sending a Reminder of Things To Do Making sure you had the Rings, Marriage License, etc. the little small things. Making sure nothing fell through the cracks. From the Rehearsal to sending the Bride & Groom off at the end of the Reception, they were there every step of the way. Coming to the house while the girls were getting ready, taking charge, keeping everyone focused and on time. Still coordinating with Vendors. If anything went wrong I can tell you I didn't know about it. Karen and Christina took care of it. It was the most PERFECT DAY!

h Karen was great, she responded to emails in a timely manner and was able to answer questions throughout the planning process. Julie and Teresa were also great, I knew they were there to keep the day moving and put out any "fires" that may have come up. If there were any "fires" they did their jobs very well, because I never knew of any and the day/evening went flawlessly from my perspective! It was great to know that they were there to work with our vendors throughout the day so myself, my husband, and our families could enjoy the day we worked so hard to plan and put together.

of, Julie was there to ensure that neither my mom nor me had to worry about a thing! It was wonderful to know that somebody was there for you so that you could focus on having the best day of your life!

nothing but praise for them. We are beyond happy with how our daughters wedding turned out.

he day. Karen went above and beyond any expectations we had, working with her was a dream! In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Karen took care of everything and made the process so painless for my husband and I. She dealt with issues with our venue, coordinated with all the vendors, assisted us with a last minute linen order, helped me keep track of things, and basically just took care of everything so we did not have to worry about it! I legitimately would have been lost without her. The wedding day went so smoothly and our entire bridal party commented multiple times about how wonderful Karen and her team were, it was the most organized wedding they had been in. All my husband and I wanted was to not have to worry about a thing and they absolutely made that happen. We loved working with i-do Weddings and highly recommend them!

both said after all the fun was over that we simply COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT THEM!!!!! Karen had a positive, delightful but assertive way of keeping us on track and keeping us from stressing out. She was SO knowledgeable and helpful. She and Christina were also unflappable when the big weekend arrived. The little bumps that came up last minute had nothing to do with their work….but they just found ways to keep us floating over them instead of worrying. Count on them!

then Brigid and her team were there with us on our wedding day, and we couldn't have asked for a better group of people to make our wedding day go flawlessly. I would recommend to every type of bride, even if you're overly organized (like me!).

t questions. The team handled all the complexities in the days leading up to the wedding and were in total charge of all the details on the wedding day -- all we had to relax and enjoy the day. They are the best!!!

ncé and I got engaged and were married within 5 months...Thanks to Karen - our amazing planner!! She made planning seem easy and allowed us to be stress free!

d by nature, I’m a very organized person with high expectations, and need to plan things way in advance, so as to avoid pressure and stress. I wanted my only daughter’s wedding to be perfect in every possible way and believe it or not, it well exceeded my expectations. I-Do Weddings was an integral part of the wedding’s success in a very huge way. Brigid and Karen were always there to answer any questions, concerns, give advice, coordinate, and follow up on any and all issues with the wedding. They were also quick to respond to any questions that came their way. Because of their broad knowledge on event planning, they were able to negotiate with vendors to find us the best possible way to save money which helped immensely. They were well worth the price for their services. Having a wedding is like a giant puzzle with lots of pieces that have to come together for one amazing day. I-Do Weddings were the ones I counted on to make that happen and they did it flawlessly. I’m sure there may have been issues along the way that didn’t fit perfectly into the giant puzzle, but we were totally oblivious to the behind the scene mishaps that may have been happening throughout the entire planning process. They handled it all so we could just enjoy the wedding and the magical day that it truly was. The sad part to this whole process is that now it’s over. I feel like I have made a bond with Brigid and Karen, similar to a friendship. Because of that, I know I can look to them for help and advice on any event that comes my way. I also know that if we ever need a planner for any future event, they’ll be the first we’ll call. Well done, I-Do Weddings and Events! You’re the best!!!

for our day and for our guests, but I wasn't at all sure how to execute it. I decided to turn to a wedding planner. I had never thought of myself as a fancy enough person to have a wedding planner, but I determined that whether you have big ideas or small ideas, a big event or a small event, i-do Weddings & Events makes you feel like you are the only event they are planning. I contacted multiple event planners, but felt the most comfortable when talking with Karen. She truly was invested in making our dreams for our wedding a reality and was so excited about our theme. She was able to identify vendors that would align with our style and budget, and implemented a schedule that made the day flawless for our guests. She helped me through times where I was indecisive, and really became someone to lean on throughout the process. Our wedding was truly unique and beautiful, and I owe much of that success to Karen and her team. My husband, my family, and our guests were truly impressed.

d Karen from iDo Weddings. What they have to offer goes far beyond helping with the basics of the planning, but they have the inside scoop on all of the vendors, are very knowledgeable about what comprises a fun, memorable wedding, and they are indispensible when it comes to day-of activities. iDo Weddings took it upon themselves to take care of all of the tedious items on our to-do list, arranged details with the vendors, and handled problems before we had a chance to even worry about them. Their insight led to many of the decisions we made leading up to the wedding, and they were very honest about what was worthwhile as well as what was feasible/expected in a given timeframe. On the Big Day, Brigid and her team were a huge part of making sure everybody was fed, comfortable, and most importantly on time! I cannot overstate the value that the team from iDo Weddings brought throughout the entire planning process, and trust me when I say you don’t realize how much you can benefit from a planner (no matter how organized you may be) until you begin to work with people who are masters at wedding planning like the team at iDo Weddings!

om and I wanted to be able to enjoy the day without any stress and having Brigid there made it all possible. I seriously don't know how we could have done everything without them!

uld have taken us three weeks of endless phone calls. I would highly recommend i-do Weddings to anyone who wants a stress free and enjoyable wedding! Karen was with us throughout the entire process from helping to coordinate the vendors and timelines to the rehearsal and wedding. She was with us from the beginning of the wedding day till well after the reception was over. It was by far the best money we spent! My daughter, husband and I were able to thoroughly enjoy the beautiful occasion knowing that we were in such capable hands. We can't thank you enough!

thing run smoothly and took away any concerns during the day so my family and I didn't have to worry about a thing. Thank you! Cheers to another perfect wedding! XOXO Alison Montoya

ptions. I was so impressed. I could not have asked for a more professional and efficient wedding planner.

gave tips for the big day, and even organized RSVPs. They really helped with producing a timeline so everything went smoothly. On our wedding day they made sure everything went as planned so that we and our families could enjoy the day. As my father said, "best investment" of the whole event! Well worth the cost and couldn't imagine having a wedding without them!

ould recommend I-Do to any bride!

d gracefully. I-do weddings is a mother of the bride must! With six more weddings in our future, I will be using I-do weddings each time!

we made the most of our time. She recommended only the best while keeping our budget in mind. She saw to all of the details that made my daughters wedding so special. Without I-do Weddings I am not sure what we would have done. Thank you for making my daughter's day sparkle and memorable.

up on the day of our wedding - finding seats for unexpected guests, making sure everything was at the reception that we needed, and especially helpful with helping keep me calm before I walked down the aisle! :) They were great at helping us plan the timeline and were very professional. Thanks for helping make our wedding day so great!

immediately. Several mishaps were avoided because of her able guidance, and her assistant's presence proved to be invaluable when we ran out of something. Karen's experience and calm demeanor meant everything to the success of our day. I cannot praise them highly enough.