The Butterfly Effect Weddings

day what it was. We had our first meeting in late June. Because of a family illness, I wanted to get married in August, which meant asking them to plan an entire wedding in four weeks during peak wedding season. I was stressed about the timeline and about the fact that this wasn't how I'd envisioned getting married. Amalia and Jenna understood the sensitivity right away and told us they'd get it done. We wanted the night to feel untraditional and intimate: about us, our families, everyone together, without the typical wedding "fluff." We started without much of a vision, and they helped us build one from the ground up, always pushing us toward what we actually wanted rather than what was expected. The planning itself felt seamless, we met once or twice a week and stayed in constant touch over WhatsApp. They'd pull things up on Canva during calls and make edits live, so I could see what something would look like instead of imagining it from a description, and they never blinked at going through multiple versions of something to get it right. They also had an incredible eye for the details that made our wedding feel so personal: staying up late to perfect signage and menus, working our dog (and the six other dogs and cat in our families) into the napkin designs, bringing their own decor and supplies for everything from the card box to the matchbook bowls. They walked us through big venue decisions, like backyard wedding vs restaurant buyout, without ever steering us toward whatever was easier for them. And the vendor team they built around our day was a dream team; every vendor raved about working with them. On the day itself, every detail was perfect. They were always nearby when we needed them and completely invisible to our guests, like having two extra maids of honor who happened to know how to run a wedding. At the end of the night, exhausted, we didn't have to think about cleanup or getting our things home, they handled it. The entire day was the most warm, intimate, beautiful, happy, and genuinely "us" evening we could have imagined. So many people asked how we pulled off a wedding like this in four weeks. The answer is Amalia and Jenna. They are highly talented, organized, creative, thoughtful, responsive, and truly care about their clients. But more than anything, we just connected with them. They made us feel so secure throughout a process that could have been incredibly overwhelming, and they made the beginning of our marriage feel so positive and joyful. I am so, so grateful that we found them. I am going to miss them so much, I’d have another wedding just to work with them again. If you are considering The Butterfly Effect, hire them!!!

two women from the very start made us feel incredibly special, seen, and supported. Choosing to do an Al La Cart wedding with multiple DIYs was never going to be easy. But along every step of the way Jenna and Amalia offered their time, expertise and guidance to make the day of an absolutely dream. We began to look forward to our weekly calls (which always ran over time bc we needed us just chatting), with our 2 month pre wedding package. Every concern they addressed a solution and every dream they worked to make a reality. On top of all of this the week of our wedding + the day was rain. These two worked with every. Single. One. Of our vendors to reimagine our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, which was meant to be outside. They spent countless hours week of and day of changing what could have been the worst possible situation into a breeze of which we never felt a single worry. We cannot recommend The Butterfly Effect more. They are true to their name in that everything they touch ripples into precious moments that last a lifetime. We look forward to keeping in touch as friends!! 

ovided its own coordinator, our wedding—and the entire planning process—would not have been the same without them. These ladies are kind, organized, and provided invaluable support. In the months leading up to the wedding, they helped keep me on track and made the planning feel far less overwhelming. They were especially helpful acting as liaisons between us and the venue/venue coordinator. Several things we were initially told “no” about were ultimately facilitated thanks to Amalia and Jenna. Their willingness to advocate for us and find solutions made such a difference. Their support always felt unlimited. I especially loved our Zoom sessions where we could talk through details, brainstorm ideas, and work through any questions. Their experience helped provide perspective when we were planning. On the day of the wedding, they arrived early and immediately got to work ensuring everyone was set up and had what they needed. I truly appreciated their attention to detail and the way they handled anything that came up throughout the day. If I could change anything, it would only be that I wish we had asked them to stay a little longer into the evening—but the few late-night hiccups we experienced were unexpected and ultimately venue-related. The moment I appreciated them most was right before it was time for me to walk down the aisle. Not only did their mini-fan absolutely save me, but their calm presence and kind words made such a difference in that emotional moment. Anyone would be lucky to have The Butterfly Effect bring a touch of magic to their wedding day.

They stayed calm, kept everything organized, and anticipated issues before we even had a chance to stress about them. That made it possible for us to actually enjoy the day without stress. One moment that really stands out is our ceremony. We were unsure how it should play out, but they stepped in with confidence and made everything run smoothly. It was such a relief to have them guiding us through it. As a queer couple, it was especially meaningful to work with coordinators who are a queer couple themselves and truly understand the unique challenges that come with planning a queer wedding. For example, it felt very reassuring to be able to make untraditional choices that felt right for us without worrying about judgment or misunderstanding. Representation matters, and they made us feel seen and supported the entire time.  We would absolutely recommend Amalia and Jenna to other LGBTQ+ couples, and to anyone looking for coordinators who are truly professional and reliable.