Side By Side Weddings

n much more stressful! While my mother and I did the majority of the planning, up until the 'month of,' Kathie & Jacqui were able to take the reins and jump in to finalize all of the last details, coordinate with vendors, and ensure that the day went off without a hitch! A perfect example of their expertise was their ability to handle a high anxiety situation the day before the wedding - my dress arriving from dry cleaners (where it had been steamed) dirty! Kathie was able to directly reach out to the owner, who personally came by the hotel to assess and to transport the dress back to the cleaners to be treated. The dress was later delivered straight to my suite while I was at the rehearsal dinner. Without SBS, I know I would have been so much more stressed by that incident. Total lifesavers!

ast meeting a couple weeks before our big day not once did I ever worry or stress that things wouldn’t go as planned the day of. They truly turned our dream wedding into a real life memory and we are so grateful for them. They are professional, kind, hard working, big hearted, and a dream to work with. They made everything so smooth from day one and constantly kept us on the appropriate timeline of getting things done. Not to mention they have incredible connections with a large amount of vendors in the area and they did an amazing job with communicating with each of our vendors. The entire day was worry free with our wedding in their hands. Thank you both for helping make our dream come true and for working so hard! You guys are an incredible team and truly know the business in and out. The entire day wouldn’t have been the same without you guys!

on Marco Island, they were efficient, hands-on, organized, and paid close attention to every detail that day. Besides being outstanding wedding planners, they are genuine and sincere. It was a pleasure working with them because they made our special day the BEST! I would recommend them without any hesitation!

d organizing everything. They also had great suggestions and their enthusiasm and knowledge helped make the process even more fun. With their help, our wedding day was the absolute best! Thank you Kathie and Jacqui.

ey have very strong relationships with the best local vendors. Their help in the entire process from planning to execution enabled my daughter to have the wedding of her dreams.

job helping to bring our dream wedding to life. They were prompt in their responses and flexible in their availability. They did an amazing job with the day of coordination ensuring everything ran smoothly and I truly felt like I did not have to worry with my wedding in their hands. Thank you Jacqui and Kathie for making our wedding day so perfect!

who showed up on my wedding weekend. I thought that once the month of the wedding came I would be able to sit back a bit and not answer a million emails and coordinate things. I was answering emails from vendors up until the morning of my wedding. I felt they were disorganized and really did nothing to help with the stress of the day of the wedding. The rehearsal was very unorganized and left my family more nervous for the day of the wedding than before we started. I left them a few things to do the day of the wedding and they didn't do them correctly. I honestly just wished I did them myself because I know they would have gotten done. I handed them a letter the morning of my wedding to give to my husband to open so he could have a special moment and I found out right before my introduction that they forgot to give it to him. They said they got to busy with other things and just forgot, this is inexcusable. There were a million other people I could have trusted with that but I figured this is what I hired them for I should use their services for this. This completely broke my heart and really upset me because I will not be able to get that moment back and I was so mad at myself that I trusted them with something so important. I even had to remind them a few minutes before I walked down the aisle, “Do you have the rings for the wedding?" (Which I figured they wouldn't). Kathie responded, "Your best man doesn't have them?" The rings were being photographed, so of course he wouldn't have them unless he was told to go get them. This is why you have a planner to organize your wedding day instead, I felt I was guiding them and reminding them each and every step of the way. I didn't feel I could trust them to get things done, and I felt my other vendors were not confident with them either. I normally never write reviews but I really feel their services were not worth the money I spent at all. I called and texted Kathie with no response multiple times the day and night before the wedding, she claimed the phones weren't working. I was so nervous I emailed her at 5 am the morning of my wedding since I never heard back from them. They also let guests walk down the aisle in the middle of my procession who were not in the wedding. The room was set up beautifully, which the hotel and the vendors probably would have done themselves. They did set up a popcorn bar for me, which was great. They also brought a wagon for my niece to be pulled in which was also very sweet. The bad REALLY outweighed the good, ​unfortunately. I hope this review helps future brides in their wedding process.

e best part for me was that on the day of the wedding I literally just had to show up! My husband and I and our families were able to enjoy every single second of our wedding day thanks to Kathie and Jacquie. They took the reigns and ensured that everything was absolutely perfect! I cannot recommend this duo enough!

e, originally we were going to go with the day- of but I am so happy we made the decision we did. Having them for the entire month before the wedding took off SO much stress! Regarding the day-of-coordination, they were actual masterminds. They took care of EVERYTHING - from set up to clean up - so that we and our families could truly relax and take in the day without worrying about any of the logistics. Kathie and Jacqui approached all aspects of our wedding with such enthusiasm, professionalism and creativity. They have a unique way of working which makes you feel completely at ease. Lastly, they are just amazing people to hang out with!! Thank you for making our day so incredibly special!

o put my trust in the SBS team. In all honesty, the thought of hiring a wedding planner never really crossed my mind, and I didn’t know if I needed a “day of coordinator." However, living in New York and planning a wedding in Florida started to weigh on me as more months continued to go by. In total, I was only engaged for a year, and it wasn't until two months before our wedding when the nerves and stress really reached new heights and the overwhelming concern that everything may not come together as I had envisioned. I knew I needed guidance, and after much thought/research I made the decision to reach out. By the time I even called Kathie, we had all of our vendors booked and I just hoped that they would be able to put my mind at ease a bit... & they did! In looking back, that intense feeling of pressure that I started to put on myself was a blessing because I could not have imagined my wedding day without the help of SBS. They were on the ball with every single aspect of the day (even spent hours tracking the weather); they listened to me when I sounded anxious, but guided me when I needed to make a decision; and they worked well with all of our other vendors. Our wedding day timeline went precisely as planned and for any brides reading this - that is SO important. By the time the big day comes, you realize there really are so many moving parts (some of which you can control and others that you cannot), and to not have to worry about any of them made all the difference. Kathie and Jacqui are punctual, professional, organized, and fun to be around. The day was orchestrated beautifully - even the minor details, making sure all of our signage and decor were displayed perfectly. I trusted their expertise/opinions and they exceeded any expectation I had. I can say honestly that on my wedding day, I was fully present and got to enjoy just being in the moment and celebrating with my husband, family, and friends - and that speaks volumes. They did such an excellent job making sure everyone was where they needed to be when they needed to be there - and we all went through that day with such ease. My only regret was not having them throughout the entire planning process! Kathie and Jacqui, thank you for everything!!

g day they were there to make sure everything ran smoothly. They made it the wedding I always dreamed of!

t and needed help!!! We met Kathie and Jacqui and instantly knew we could trust them and leave planning and coordinating in their hands. They are spectacular and are connected to the most amazing vendors (from venues to florists etc). They do everything including the finishing touches! The day of the events i have no stress! They truly are the ‘dynamic duo’ and we are lucky to call them friends.

tions that made every small detail phenomenal: Who should stem my dress? The closest government building to get our marriage license at? What time should we start the day at? When to send out invites? Most importantly, when things don’t go perfect, that’s when you realize how valuable they truly are. I had flown to Florida and went to the first nail salon I saw and got my nails French tipped. The next morning my nails were orange!! While I was frantically talking to my sister about what I should do, I emailed Kathie and Jacqui about a new place I could get my nails redone. By the time I was off the phone with my sister, I already had a response of where to go complete with a phone number and address so I didn’t have to look it up. And, of course I got them redone. As I am sitting here in Hawaii on our honeymoon 2 weeks later, they are still prefect. The typical Naples afternoon shower threatened our ability to have an outdoor wedding and cocktail hour. We had already agreed to move the cocktail hour, but I was really hoping we could still have our ceremony outdoors. We were down to the wire to make a decision if we could have it outdoors and were starting to make accommodations indoors as it was looking very doubtful. I was disheartened, but knew it was the best decision. Soon after, they approached us reporting that there was a small window of opportunity to have it outdoors but we would have to start early. They quickly switched gears and got everything set up for outdoors again and got our guests seated early. They pulled it off! It was one of the best decisions they made, as it was our “dream” to be married outside. We have them to thank for taking a risk to make our day perfect. I could go on and on about every little detail that they took care of for us. I woke up the day of my wedding feeling completely relaxed and content knowing Kathie and Jacqui had everything covered. I woke up the day after our wedding and felt ecstatic at how absolutely perfect our wedding day was thanks to Kathie and Jacqui! I would never think twice about hiring them to plan our wedding. The best decision that we made.

th all the vendors and creating our timeline; and I was able to relax the day of the wedding knowing that all the details were well taken care of. They worked with the vendors the day of to make sure everything went smoothly. They are also well prepared with "tools" and were able to fix my dress when the bustle broke during the reception. They are very warm, friendly, fun and great at what they do. I highly recommend them!

ttitude made the year fun and fly by. The mother-daughter team made the perfect match for my daughter and I to work with to make sure all details were attended to. Always on time, detail oriented and lots of fun- I highly recommend Side By Side to assist you planning and executing your wedding- opt for the full year option- absolutely worth it! Love love love them. A very happy mother of the bride.

perfect. I didn’t have to worry about anything the day of! We couldn’t have chosen better! Everything ran so smoothly and it was because of them!

they would be the perfect fit for our day-of coordinators. Their personalities are so sweet and bubbly you instantly feel like friends and they make it SO fun to work with them. Their depth of knowledge and advice provided along the way made us so comfortable handing over the control to them. Throughout the planning process they were always so sweet when I reached out asking for advice on even the littlest things. When it came down to the day of I couldn't have felt more at ease knowing they were in charge. With their impeccable taste and attention to detail they were able to turn our reception space into something more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! On top of that they were brilliant at creating and managing the timeline/vendors to make sure everyone and everything was in its place which allowed me to enjoy the wedding day totally stress free! From the bottom of our hearts, we can't thank you enough for all the hard work, care, and love you poured into our wedding day.

a amazing team to work with from day one. We interviewed over fifteen wedding planners and I could not be happier with our decision to choose Jacqui and Kathie. They helped guide us with vendors, choices in decor, and helped with every detail of our big day. It was lovely to work and get to know this dynamite duo but where they really shine is the day off. They made sure everyone had the timeline and stuck to it, they made sure every detail that had been put into this day went off without a hitch. If you have any doubts about hiring them you can cast them aside and Side by Side will make all your wedding day dreams come true. Do not hesitate to contact me if you would like a direct reference I know that choosing a wedding planner can be scary as they work hand in hand with the bride and groom as well as all of the vendors. This teams attention to detail and communication will blow you away!!!!

me multiple times leading up to the wedding day but they really started to become a big help from about a month out where they did the most outstanding job of communicating with my vendors, creating timelines for everyone and everything, and attending to the details both big and small. I honestly cannot imagine "pulling it all together" in the final weeks as smoothly and efficiently as they did for us. And they did it so pleasantly, always with a positive attitude and a smile! The wedding day turned out truly beautiful in every way! I would HIGHLY recommend them when looking for a wedding planner in the Naples area. Thank you SBS Weddings!!!!

zed person and originally my mom and I thought we could do everything on our own, but I am SO glad we hired Kathie and Jacqui and truly do not know what I would have done without them. Beyond just their traditional month of coordination tasks (e.g. confirming all vendors, arrival times, making sure your day runs perfectly), they went above and beyond to help me pick up the pieces from some changes Hurricane Irma caused to our wedding day. Speaking of above and beyond, they also managed to address every tiny little detail - from ensuring my MANY personal items (frames, decor, etc.) were placed exactly how I wanted, to bringing double sided tape to help my bridesmaid dresses stay on these beautiful hangers I bought. Throughout the month before the wedding, they were so friendly and always available via phone and email. They know all of the vendors in the area personally and very well, and they were able to leverage those relationships to make the planning and day of the best it could be. They were SUCH a joy to work with and talk to, and I hope to stay in touch with them for years to come. Thank you so much, Kathie and Jacqui!

n't thank her enough for all the help in this difficult time we've had re-planning our whole wedding due to hurricane damage at our original destination. I wish I were able to work with her as she is so sweet and caring! You can tell she loves what she does. I highly recommend them.

ing planners our wedding just fell into place. They made my life (as the bride) extremely easy and stress free. Every one of their recommendations were spot on to what we were looking for. They are passionate, detailed, extremely organized and incredible hardworking. I woke up the day of my wedding completely at ease knowing the day was in their hands. Our wedding was truly a dream come true and we owe it all them. We could never thank them enough for the best day of our lives.

t minute detail resulted in my bride's vision being fulfilled beyond her wildest dreams. As an event planner herself of major international events, Lauren's ideas for her wedding were extremely sophisticated and specific, yet none too unmanageable or unachievable for these two perfectionists. They set the bar very high and helped us to find vendors of equal caliber. I highly recommend Side by Side as they are top notch, and consequently friends for life.

ast. Jacqui and Kathie took time to get to know us and our desires for the ceremony. They worked with the vendors to the end of the wedding night and made it seamless behind the scenes so that we could truly enjoy every moment of our wedding. They are a perfect team and wonderful people. Thank you!!

imeline. I was nervous that this would not be feasible based on all the time and energy it takes to plan a wedding, but they immediately set me at ease. They helped with initiating the planning process, organization, communication with vendors, working around my schedule to talk with me, creating timelines, and supporting me the day of the wedding- essentially managing the process from end-to-end while allowing me to create the aesthetic I wanted. Jacqui and Kathie are experts on the best vendors in the area and offered honest feedback which I valued being from out-of-town. They helped me to find vendors that fit perfectly for what I wanted and helped me stay on track all the way. Kathie and Jacqui are amazing at what they do and also genuinely wonderful people. I felt like I was planning our wedding with friends I've known for ages. They truly care and I knew they wanted the day to be perfect for us. I was able to fully enjoy our wedding day without worrying about day-of tasks, minor details, or any issues- they were on top of every detail so that we could just have FUN and enjoy the day. Without them, it would have been a drastically different experience and I'm so thankful they were able to be a part of our wedding. I was in need of a wedding planner who is professional, flexible, easy to work with, has a high taste level, is efficient, and would help me streamline the wedding planning process... and Kathie and Jacqui absolutely exceeded my expectations!! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and I couldn't have imagined going through the process without their help.

y wedding day so special and amazing, and they are such a joy to work with. My mom and I loved working with this team and we would hire them all over again given the opportunity!!! They are well connected with other vendors in the area and everyone loves to work with them. They are a joy to work with and I can only say good things about our time with them!!

s to the end of the wedding night. a great time and wonderful people.

ail on the day of, they were just amazing. They recommended some fantastic vendors, were always there when I had a question (and I had a lot of questions), and just put together the most amazing wedding day I could have asked for. It was like working with family. If you're looking for a stress free wedding planning process and a smooth day of, hire these two, they are truly amazing!

wedding day. They are so knowledgeable and helped me pick amazing vendors! Choosing them was the best choice. I felt so lucky to have their guidance, expertise, and genuine friendship as well. Can't say enough about how great these ladies are! They made what can be a very stressful process, actually feel like fun because of how helpful, kind, knowledgeable, and just generally awesome both of them are! :)

d and I had all vendors and most plans done, until I came across SBS to make everything run even more smoothly. They were the first two faces I welcomed into our suite the morning of the wedding. Bright and early, yet both so cheerful and truly excited for the day. They did not leave the site until I was upstairs in my suite, literally in the bathroom taking off my wedding dress to change and go to the after party. They were hands on in ways that you don’t realize until day of and how much more work there is it to done. I woke up that morning and I had NOTHING to worry about. I never even received a call or text from them bothering with question and/or answers. They took care of everything at that point for me. Many brides are on the phone during the morning of with vendors or things they may have forgotten about (last minute things DO exist— trust me!!) and go into full panic mode. With these two women, I promise there is NO stress. It was pleasant, calming, and I enjoyed every second with my girls until it was time to walk down the aisle! I give big props to Jacqui and Kathy for the stress free day and relaxed feel I had.

ecial day would not have been so smooth without Side by Side's help and guidance through the whole planning process. They were there for anything that was needed and I really appreciate them being part of my wedding team. It was definitely the best day of my life and Side by Side played an integral role, far exceeding my expectations. I would highly recommend them any day.

rsation with Kathie that these two were going to be what we needed to help us pull off our day. They were always organized, always on top of everything, and always available! While we hired them for day of coordination, they were also helpful with finding some last minute vendors. I'm type A lawyer and thought I could handle all the wedding planning on my own. After having Kathie and Jacqui for a few months, I wished everyday that I had them from the beginning. Thank you ladies for making our day so special!

we had our hands full. However, after finding this mother / daughter duo, our concerns were put to ease. These two were a match made for my mom and I. We loved them from the second we met them; as the two of them were extremely relatable and gave off great energy. Kathie and Jacqui are fun, thorough, and detail oriented. In addition, we always look to work with genuine, kind and talented individuals, and these two exceeded our expectations. They helped us put together a PERFECT vendor team that brought our soft, flowy and elegant vision to life. Wedding planners are essential to a seamless affair and we would highly recommend these two!