Primavera Dreams

h as local Italian gifts for the wedding party. Luba was able to sort out and help solidify plans within a week! Her network on the Amalfi coast was invaluable in finding the most affordable options as well as curating all the details that made our wedding personal and extra special. Luba is able to give her opinion based on expertise but also listen to our opinions and desires, as well as give her feedback in a supportive and gentle manner. This was especially important when making big decisions that had become a dilemma for my fiancé and I. The week before the wedding I had a meltdown because I felt that the flower color scheme was all wrong. The florist had told me it was too late to change anything, but Luba came to the rescue and was able to negotiate with the florist to make my dreams come true! Once we had Luba on board in the planning process I felt as though a thousand pounds of pressure had been lifted from my shoulders. She was so efficient in completing our tasks, and keeping us in the loop of communication, every step of the way. She made us feel at ease even when we were down to the wire. My one regret is that we didn’t work with her earlier in the planning process. She truly saved the day!

in Italy. After getting engaged, we searched all over for wedding locations -- California, Hawaii, even Boston. No matter where we looked, we kept thinking of our magical vacation in Ravello. We needed help, and a lot of it. Thankfully, we were introduced to Luba, who specializes in planning destination weddings in Italy. We were incrediby fortunate to have done so. Her knowledge of the area, her professionalism, and her care & understanding for our needs were all above and beyond either of our expectations. From scoping out and picking the location of our rehearsal dinner, to interfacing with boat charter companies, to negotiating prices with Italian-speaking drivers, she did it all. Every time we spoke with her, the inevitable anxiety of a wedding continued to subdue until we felt confident of a genuinely magical experience. And at the end of the day, that is exactly what it was. I cannot recommend Luba highly enough -- she will make your Italian wedding a thing of dreams.

he was so knowledgeable about all the vendors in the Boston area (and I believe she also knows vendors and venues in Italy as she plans events there as well) and was able to narrow down a list for us based on our needs and preferences (and we had a lot!) - a must when dealing with an overwhelming number of options! She is well-connected in the industry and knows about the venues and vendors first hand so is able to offer great advice. Throughout the process, Luba was extremely organized and efficient. She paid attention to the smallest details and forseaw potential challenges and offered solutions. She was extremely responsive and always available for calls - whether to brainstorm, ask questions or just help with general stress relief around the event. The day of the wedding, she was nothing short of amazing - she promised that we wouldn't have to worry about a thing on our day and we didn't. We felt like we just had to show up. The venue was perfectly set up (even more beautiful than we imagined!), Luba kept us on schedule with getting ready and the photographer so that we could start the ceremony and reception on time. We didn't have to field any vendor questions or concerns - Luba took care of everything so we could just enjoy our day and our guests. We are so grateful to Luba for so flawlessly organizing the best day of our lives and bringing calm, warmth and a great perspective throughout the whole process!

d the responsibilities of a "day of" wedding planner. She was a true advocate - ensuring everything was absolutely perfect & exactly what we wanted. For example, we wanted to do a Jewish challah bread-cutting ceremony during dinner, so Luba taste-tested the highest-regarded challahs in the area before selecting the one that would be served to our guests. She even baked the "display" challah used in the ceremony herself! It was beautiful, delicious & her personal contribution to our day was such an honor. Luba suggested solutions before we even recognized that there was a problem (i.e. the necessity for our officiant to have a mic), streamlined communications with all of the vendors & ensured everyone was on the same page, and was always available & responsive. It is so important to surround your wedding with people who are calm, organized & sincere as it isn't just your family & friends who set the tone of the day, but every single person involved. Luba is the exact kind of person you want by your side! I am a fairly anxious person & had put so much energy into the vision of our wedding, but on the day of the wedding when getting dressed & taking photos with family, I didn't worry once about what was going on at the venue. I knew we were in good hands!

ed. We hesitated at first to have the attributes of a “typical” wedding, such as the bride’s bouquet or the wedding cake. But Luba convinced us that it would add a nice touch to the whole event and persuaded me that we shouldn’t think about our age but about happiness and beauty of the moment instead. We’ve spent a precious day with our children and grandchildren and the closest friends, and everyone told us that we were just stunning. Luba helped us to select the place and the room at Taj (we didn’t have enough energy to see ourselves and we just trusted her judgment), and spent time explaining all the menu choices and options. She was handling all the communications with all vendors on our behalf. She did found a great florist, the band, which played the music we liked – and not too loud for us – and helped us selecting an outstanding cake. I wasn’t sure about the makeup but again Luba did found a great make up artist, who came directly to my home and did a wonderful job: everyone was complementing me on how young I looked! And I felt this way! It was a happy day in our life and we feel lucky to have Luba to help us with every aspect of it. Thank you, Luba!

as beautiful and functional! The shower itself was ideal because it was not meandering or drawn-out like some showers can be. Instead, Luba kept things moving with a fun, light atmosphere of creative games and entertaining vignettes about the bride and groom. And did I mention the food? Luba prepared an assortment of restaurant-quality appetizers and brunch-type treats that were delicious! I’m still dreaming about her eggplant dip. I would highly recommend Luba to anyone planning a memorable event!

nd through every step of the process but never imposed her opinion on us - mainly listened to my daughter’s vision, ideas and preferences and made suggestions that were so spot on! I heard this is very rare for a planner or any wedding related vendor. Luba helped us select each one of our 18 vendors as we had no idea where to even start! She found the perfect venue with very specific requests from my daughter (a beautiful place conveniently situated near Boston that can comfortably accommodate 180 people in an indoor space with sit down dinner and dancing, the ability to bring in the caterer of our choice, and BYOB which is nearly impossible to find!) and we were thrilled with each vendor. Our photographer, caterer, bi-lingual band, florist, string quartet, invitation maker, lighting, rentals, and even photobooth (Luba's idea which was the best treat for guests!) were top notch, unique and received so many compliments from our guests (food, alcohol, music, decor and the celebratory feeling!). Luba even found a custom tailor for my son-in-law's suit and suggested the store where we found my daughter's dress (after months of unsuccessful trips around bridal boutiques)! We would have never found the amazing vendors, who were perfectly suited for the classy, romantic and festive vibe we wanted, whom Luba found for us on our own. Luba also coordinated all the vendors to make sure that they all worked in concert towards one vision which was executed flawlessly the day of and just the way my daughter hoped). She advocated for my daughter's opinions with vendors when necessary but maintained a great relationship with the vendors who all loved working with her. She was a brilliant the day of the wedding and ensured that my daughter and I could enjoy the day and feel like guests at the wedding! No detail was overlooked (and I couldn't have imagined how many details there would be to manage!) and Luba handled the issues that did come up so efficiently and without us worrying or even knowing (Ie - my mother forgot the marriage license at home, the groom forgot to have his shirt ironed, the veil clip broke, our portrait session ran over,..). More than anything, I knew that my daughter and I had nothing to worry about from the moment we met Luba to the time my daughter got into the limo after the wedding. I can’t recommend her and Primavera Dreams enough! It was worth every penny - you will be in good hands with Luba!

nds, ranging from age 1 to age 99. We spent three days in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, played golf, enjoyed yoga and Pilates, visited famous Franconia Notch and Waterville Valley. Dinners and Brunches were very well organized: the food was delicious, and everyone’s mood was very happy and lighthearted. Luba helped us not only to organize the events, but was also Master of Ceremonies! This was extremely welcome, and really made the difference in our celebration. Luba was especially creative in working with camera people and making sure we would have all the sweet memories recorded and presented to us in a very swift manner....Luba’s involvement and attention to detail, from start to finish, fulfilled our dreams for our anniversary.

aving us money with helpful tips and tricks) - to select a great yet affordable venue that was not initially on our radar, to coordinate and constantly follow up with our vendors and to make sure that all the small details were taken care of in advance. The day of the wedding she ensured that everything ran smoothly and on-schedule. She also provided much needed moral support during stressful periods and was a cheerful, reassuring figure throughout the whole process. We had a wonderful and delightful wedding that we remember with the utmost joy. We would highly recommend Luba to everyone who wants to take the stress out of wedding prep!

that me and my family didn't have to feel like we were "working" and could enjoy every minute. I don't think my day would have been as flawlessly executed nor as enjoyable for me if I hadn't hired Luba. I interviewed 7 different wedding planners and Luba stood out to me as not only the most organized, responsive, and warm but also the most passionate about wedding planning and helping to create a memorable and unique event. I could not be happier with my choice. While many planners are punctual and organized, Luba is also very thoughtful, smart and logical so was able to guide me through every decision (big and small - vendors, decor, menu, cake size, alcohol types and quantities, seating chart, toast lineup) in a very efficient manner that made me feel comfortable. Wedding planning is all about prioritization and decision-making and Luba excelled at both! After every conversation/text/email with her, I felt much more calm and confident about my big day. The days leading up to the wedding, I was a nervous wreck with the amount of minutae to take care and Luba was able to keep me calm like no-one in my family and help get everything done (including last minute candle shopping when one of my vendors wasn't able to get them for us). The day of wedding, she was nothing short of amazing ensuring that every detail of my vision was executed flawlessly. She was prepared for everything including having a sewing kit ready to go when we realized my very complicated ball gown of a dress was a smidge too long for my first dance - Luba literally "altered" my dress in 5 minutes taking it up the perfect amount that allowed me to have fun on the dance floor. After the wedding, I got so many compliments on literally every aspect of the wedding and could not have been happier with how it all turn out. Thank you Luba for helping to create my dream wedding!