Shimmer & Stain

makes sense for completely ghosting on a potential client. Just completely rude and poor business practice.

etailed and thoughtful responses in every email. I think she typically works with a few top wedding planners in the Northern California area, but I worked with her on my own as my "planner" was more of a venue operator and only worked with my caterer, photographer and DJ. Courtnee did my guest book and gifts signs, seating chart, bar signs and invitations. They looked amazing and beautiful. The invitations she made were stunning as well as she made custom liners that my guests raved about. My only complaint is the invitation experience was a bit of a disappointment because they were extremely late and my "details" card was dark brown font (instead of white) on brown paper so it was tough for people to read. Late as in they were sent literally a week before the RSVP deadline date so I had RSVPs coming in late. She mentioned that the issue came from her paper lady being pregnant and having issues. If this is the issue I would recommend she work with someone else for paper sourcing. Invitations are an area Courtnee mentioned she hadn't had as much experience in from the beginning so she was willing to give me a discount and this is why I went with her. I suspected maybe since I was a one-off bride rather than someone working with a wedding planner that maybe my projects weren't as prioritized? Nonetheless I am pleased with her work as it is unique and gorgeous and everything else was delivered as expected. 2020 and 2021 were a rough year too so I can appreciate her working with me through it all. :)

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