Two Kindred Event Planners

Cannot say enough good things about Alison and Jonathan! We ended up booking their partial planning services but long before their services kicked in, they were giving us vendor recommendations, making connections for us and reviewing contracts. They were the most worthwhile vendor we could have booked and made everything run so seamlessly the week and day of our wedding (even with a full ceremony pivot to move from outdoors to indoors in light of unprecedented heat two days before the wedding). They were truly so lovely and responsive and we can't thank them enough for the perfect wedding!

Jonathan and Alison were invaluable to our wedding planning and execution - we truly could not imagine going through the wedding process without their help, guidance and support. They know the New York area wedding scene intimately, and have strong relationships with top tier vendors. Whenever we needed a suggestion on a vendor, they recommended multiple options who fit our needs perfectly. We had a guest count of nearly 300 people, and they coordinated everything leading up to the wedding perfectly and the event was magical and flawless! On the wedding day, Jonathan and Alison were there every step of the way keeping the entire operation on track and running smoothly, and allowed us to simply soak in the occasion and not worry or stress about a single thing. We could not recommend them more for your special day!

We worked with Alison and Jonathan beginning 1 year before our wedding with the partial planning package, but truly it felt like a full service experience. They are the height of professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. There were so many things they handled without being asked on the wedding day behind the scenes that we didn't even know about until after the fact, when our wedding party complimented how our planners had been so on top of every detail. We highly recommend TKE for any wedding and any event!

Incredible planners that made our wedding amazing. There for us every step of the way and I can’t thank them enough for making this so easy and fun.

We worked with Alison and Jonathan for almost a full year using their partial planning package and could not recommend working with them more. They were so helpful throughout the process - answering all of our questions via email, making great recommendations and soothing our anxieties on regular calls. They took over everything 6 weeks out from the wedding, and things could not have gone smoother. Our wedding day turned out perfect, they really handled anything that came up and our families and wedding parties also had nothing but good things to say. If I had another big event I would absolutely work with them again.

We worked with Jonathan and Alison over the course of 16 months and they helped us plan the perfect wedding. We had many many questions throughout this process, and they answered all of them in prompt and helpful responses. They are both detail-oriented and can call out issues that we would have missed on our own. When we had hiccups or obstacles come up, they were able to figure out a solution that didn't compromise our vision for the wedding. On the day of the wedding, we were able to fully enjoy and relax knowing that they had everything handled. We highly recommend TK Events for your special day.

Jonathan & Alison were the best planners we could have asked for. Due to COVID, we ended up working with them over the course of nearly three years - and we would not have had it any other way. Although I am incredibly Type A and a total control freak, Alison and Jonathan were the ones who helped take my (our?) vision and translate it into reality. They dealt with my many, many (many!) emails, questions, stresses, etc...and their expert advice was invaluable. Ultimately, our big day was absolutely perfect, and I don't think we'd have gotten there without TKE!

From the bottom of our hearts, we are SO appreciative of everything Alison and Jonathan did for us over the 15 months we partnered with them for our wedding. Particularly on the day of the wedding, they were around to handle so many little pivots (due to the weather and a number of other unpredictable things), requests from family members, operational things and so many little details we did not have time to cover or think about. They covered it all! We are so grateful to them for helping us carry out the wedding of our dreams! I could not recommend them more!

I actually cannot recommend Alison & Jonathan enough. Because of them, our wedding was everything we could have dreamed of and more. I am a super Type A girl who was emailing all the time with little questions (especially during the wedding week—constant emailing) and Jonathan and Alison answered them all and made me feel at ease the entire way. They were so knowledgable about all questions I had on wedding etiquette, telling me what they have seen done and what they suggest. I had friends who warned me about how stressful the day of the wedding can be, but that was absolutely not my experience. They truly made the day so easy for me. There are a LOT of voices on the day of the wedding having input, and it was so nice to have someone else handle that. Most importantly to me, I had a distinct vision I was looking for at my wedding and they both really understood the assignment—which made talking with vendors super easy. Beyond their knowledge and diligence, they are also lovely people to be around and an absolute joy to have planning such an important life event. Highly recommend!

I can't overemphasize how amazing Alison and Jonathan were. As someone who worries about everything, I truly never imagined my wedding day could be as calm and carefree as it was. And even my mother (who rarely has exclusively glowing things to say about anything) raved about what an incredible job they did. From the beginning, they asked thoughtful questions to understand our needs and wants better, took thorough notes, and many months later recalled and referenced even the smallest details that we had mentioned at our first meeting. They laid out timelines, kept track of contracts and budgets, the gave us a heads up on what we would be tackling next and when. I felt confident everything would come together at all times. There was never a frantic moment in the planning process. They knocked every vendor recommendation out of the park and never pushed us in any one direction and brought an element of calming reassurance to the whole process. They made everything so stress-free, and I felt like we were in such good hands the whole way through but especially on the day itself where they were both so present, calm, and helpful. I know people always say that something will go wrong on your wedding day and to just let go, but thanks to TKE I can honestly say nothing went wrong!

Our wedding would not have been the smashing success without the help of Jonathan and Alison. Throughout the process they were incredibly helpful with finding vendors, coordinating details, and organizing for day of the event. Our venue and some of our vendors were not the easiest to work with, but Jonathan and Alison handled everything with professionalism. They strongly advocated for us both leading up to the wedding and during the day. Whenever we turned around the day of the wedding, one of them was there to help us. Their calm, yet competent, demeanor is the exact energy you want around you the day of your wedding. We cannot recommend working with Jonathan and Alison enough, 10/10. They are absolutely wonderful.

Our journey with Jonathan and Alison from TKE as our wedding planners was nothing short of exceptional. Their calm demeanor, outstanding vendor sourcing, and invaluable guidance throughout the process made all the difference in creating a truly memorable wedding. Right from our initial meeting, Jonathan and Alison impressed us with their composed and professional approach. They maintained a sense of tranquility that reassured us and alleviated any anxieties we had about the planning process. Their ability to stay cool under pressure was truly commendable, ensuring that we could focus on the joyous aspects of our wedding preparations. TKE's expertise in vendor sourcing was truly remarkable. Their extensive network of top-tier professionals in the wedding industry was evident as they effortlessly connected us with vendors who perfectly matched our vision and requirements, ensuring that we had access to the best options available. This level of attention to detail gave us confidence that every aspect of our wedding would be executed flawlessly. Jonathan and Alison's guidance throughout the day-of was also invaluable. They provided us with a structured timeline, offered key insights, and helped us make informed decisions every step of the way. Their wealth of experience and knowledge were evident as they anticipated potential challenges and offered practical solutions, saving us time and stress. TKE's services as wedding planners exceeded our expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend TKE to any couple seeking professional and dedicated wedding planners who will go above and beyond to make their special day truly extraordinary.

I loved working with Alison and Jonathan! Planning a wedding felt like such an overwhelming task, so I knew I needed some extra help. Alison and Jonathan made the whole process so much easier and more fun so that we could enjoy the process along the way! I couldn't image the planning process and the day with out them and would definitely recommend!! Thank you Alison and Jonathan!!!!

We worked with Alison and Jonathan for our wedding at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, and they were fantastic. They have so much experience and it really showed in the weeks leading up to the event when it seemed like the number of questions/ decisions from all of the vendors were endless and they knew the answer to every one of them without hesitation. On the day of the event, they took care of everything and we were really able to enjoy the night without thinking about anything. We also really liked them as people - they were kind and brought a really positive energy. They are a great team - would highly recommend!

If you are considering Two Kindred to help plan your wedding, stop looking and book them immediately! You will not find anyone more responsive, knowledgable or down to earth than Jonathan & Alison. TKE helped plan my full weekend wedding at Cedar Lakes Estate in December. While never having worked at the venue before, they did not miss a beat. As you can imagine, a multi-day event is a lot to take on and the two of them did it without question and helped with the flawless execution of multiple events. Throughout the entire process, I could not get over their responsiveness (which is SO important with the many moving pieces of wedding planning & a high strung bride), depth of knowledge of the most nuanced aspects of planning and their ability to keep calm when other vendors were unresponsive or when I changed my mind many times throughout our 1.5 years working together. I am a bit type-A and have a hard time relinquishing control but J&A worked with me in a way that let me feel in control while also offering their expertise. The entire weekend went perfectly all because of Alison & Jonathan.

Alison and Jonathan are the best duo you can bring on! We brought them on about 8 weeks before my wedding and my biggest regret is not doing it sooner. They swooped in and saved the day and allowed me to actually enjoy the tail end of planning, knowing they had everything under control. They were positive, prompt and always equipped with any answer we needed. Day of, I was able to have fun and truly feel at ease because I knew they had things covered. The next morning I had the moment of panic thinking I had lost the sleeves to my wedding dress.. but of course Alison was a step ahead of me and had in my hotel room already. We cant thank them enough!!!

We don't have the words to properly thank Alison and team! Everything was so beautiful and perfectly executed - TKE genuinely made our dreams a reality. We are so appreciative of the advice Alison gave to make our day perfect, and the way she handled all the details that allowed us to truly relax and enjoy the weekend. Throughout the whole planning process, Alison was beyond helpful in communicating with our vendors, extremely organized and very responsive. She was so amazing to work with and caring in dealing with our special requests and last-minute changes. Would 10/10 recommend TKE!!! Thank you thank you thank you!

We had such a positive experience working with Alison and Jonathan to plan our wedding weekend -- I can't recommend them enough! We began working with them after selecting our venue, and I'm so grateful for all of their help throughout our two-year engagement and the entire wedding-planning process. They're so professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated, and they truly made the wedding planning process feel manageable and enjoyable. Alison and Jonathan were able to source incredible vendors, while never losing sight of our vision and budget. Our wedding weekend was so personal, beautiful, and fun, and I can't thank Two Kindred Event Planners enough for helping us bring our dream wedding to life!

Alison and Jonathan were just wonderful! We started working with them after already choosing our Hudson Valley venue and from there they hit the ground running. They listened carefully to our vision and preferences and helped us source incredible vendors that felt true to us. Having them made the wedding planning process much less stressful than I anticipated and helped our dream weekend come to life seamlessly. Alison and Jonathan work so well together as a team and navigated communication with both sets of our parents easily. They are experienced, grounding, professional, and fun!

Alison and Jonathan are an all-star team, our vision could not have happened without them! I had an 18-month engagement and they were there every step of the way. They made the best recommendations for all of our vendors (glam, florals, band, Photo Booth, etc) and found the right people to execute my over-the-top floral dreams. They are so professional, and we always felt like we had their full attention. The actual wedding day was so smooth and I didn't have to worry about a single thing - it was a real treat to have them on our team. Also, Alison and Jonathan's prior experience with my venue proved to be invaluable. Their great relationship with the management team and staff ensured everything went off without a hitch! Thanks TKE!! Alana and Avi

Alison and Jonathan are an awesome team. They really take the time to get to know their couples and help guide them in the direction that best suits their wants, needs, and personalities. They were always available to answer any questions and truly put so much time and attention into the process. Our wedding day was absolute perfection and we owe it all to TKE - not to mention how helpful it was to have them on site to ease any day of anxieties. From their attention to detail to just being amazing humans, they helped make our day feel so special and most importantly, true to us.

Alison and Jonathan were so fantastic to work with on our wedding! They were always super responsive, patient, and kind and helped make our wedding at the Botanic Gardens in July a huge success. Our entire planning process felt super smooth and not stressful, which is a testament to all the work they did behind the scenes, particularly on the day-of. They have a sixth sense for managing families & wedding parties and subtly guiding everyone to be exactly where they need to be. If anything went wrong our on wedding day we had no idea and were able to fully enjoy the day and be present. A huge part of working with planners is their vendor connections and relationships and it was clear that not only do J&A have great taste, but everyone really enjoys working with them. Basically, they're the best and we'd recommend them to anyone!

Alison and Jonathan were absolutely amazing and played a truly indispensable role during our planning process, rehearsal dinner, & wedding day. We had a large wedding during a COVID peak - 300 guests at Weylin on 1/22/22 - and we could not have pulled any of it off, from the logistics of testing to the beautiful design, without them. They were so helpful, knowledgeable and supportive, and most of all incredibly responsive - not just to my husband and me, but to my mom and mother-in-law too. We were far from a "low maintenance" couple or family, and they responded to every single email, call, and text quickly and handled all our personalities with ease, humor and grace. I'm so glad that we hired TKE!

We loved working with Alison and Jonathan. They were incredibly hands-on when we initially planned our wedding. They really listened to how we envisioned our event and set us up with venues and vendors that matched our tastes and budget. (And we could tell those vendors loved working with TKE time and time again.) Like many others, our wedding was postponed due to the pandemic, after we had originally planned it. Not only were Jonathan and Alison organized and empathetic in managing the postponement of our big party, they scrambled to help us find a replacement venue on short notice for a “mini wedding” on our original date. They were a great resource for ideas and information as to how other couples were approaching the new normal of pandemic weddings. As the date of our postponed wedding party approached, TKE was proactive in reminding us of deadlines and making sure we were coordinating with all of our vendors. Not a single ball was dropped! And on the day of the party, they managed the set-up brilliantly – the room was beautiful, the band rocked and the party went off without a hitch. We didn’t worry about a thing and got to enjoy our day with family and friends. All thanks to the wonderful Jonathan and Alison.

TKE is AMAZING - we are so thankful to have worked with Alison and Jonathan for our wedding! They were there to help every step of the way from providing vendor options, handling communications and managing day-of logistics. They are true professionals - experienced, responsive, super organized, and they have relationships with some of the most talented vendors. Most importantly, they took the stress out of wedding planning. I truly was not stressed the entire year leading up to my wedding. The thing I loved most about working with them was how detail oriented and hands on they were. They truly think of everything! My anxiety set in the week leading up to our wedding - Alison and Jonathan were available by phone & e-mail throughout the week and eased my concerns about the photography timeline and my flower girl not wanting to walk down the aisle alone (all minor in hindsight!). The morning of our wedding everything was seamless - Alison and Jonathan coordinated with all of our vendors - florist, hair and make-up artists and photographers - to ensure they had the day-of timeline and the hotel details. The ceremony and reception were no different! They kept everyone on track, making for an absolutely perfect evening. A few days after the wedding, my Mom informed me that one of the guests unexpectedly brought a plus one. She let Alison and Jonathan know and they quickly made sure there was an extra place setting at the table. My point is, I had no idea this even happened. That's the beauty of working with TKE - they handled the hiccups so we could enjoy our evening and soak it all in.

We had an excellent experience working with two kindred. Planning a wedding is stressful, and hiring two kindred was one of the best decisions we made in the process. Jonathan and Alison are extremely responsive, organized, experienced and well-connected. They had excellent ideas and were extremely supportive throughout. We were able to enjoy our wedding day without having to worry about anything because we knew they were in charge. We couldn’t recommend them more. Thank you so much Alison and Jonathan!

Look no further than Jonathan and Alison. These two exceeded our expectations of what wedding planners could offer. Another postponement wedding here (originally set for Aug ‘20, postponed to Aug ‘21). Clearly a stressful year where they had to navigate this new event planning world, and they did it with such poise and professionalism it’s obvious these two can handle any complex planning. Seasoned and creative - honest and simply just cool people who want you to have the best day. Hire them immediately!

Jonathan and Alison were incredible wedding planners. We had to postpone our wedding from June 2021 to August 2022, and they were huge helps in navigating what could have been a way more stressful experience. They have connections with the most amazing vendors (who clearly love working with them)! They were responsive, organized, and competent throughout the over 2 years of planning, and they definitely saved us a lot of time and money along the way. We highly recommend hiring them for your event!

Jonathan and Alison were an absolute dream team. My husband and I worked with them for over 2.5 years and they helped us navigate two wedding postponements due to COVID. They are detailed, thorough, organized and made our wedding day absolutely seamless. They connected us to the most amazing team of vendors that brought our wedding day vision to life. Throughout our planning process, Jonathan and Alison were extremely available through email and phone calls and generous with their time offering suggestions, alleviating fears, and working with us to make a dream a reality. Our wedding day would not have been what it was without Jonathan and Alison. We cannot recommend them highly enough.

TKE did a great job with our Brooklyn raw space wedding. We initially planned for a 2020 event and rescheduled to July 2021. Jonathan and Alison helped with all the rescheduling and saved us a lot of time and stress. They are very professional and responsive and led with so much confidence as we navigated ever-changing covid regulations. They are on top of every single small detail and have so much industry knowledge and expertise. The day of the wedding not a single thing looked out of place and we had such a great time because of their hard work and diligence. AMAZING - you cannot go wrong!

AMAZING!! Truly the best in the business. Not only are Alison & Jonathan the nicest, coolest people EVER, they are meticulous, organized, and so helpful. They remember every single detail and no stone is left unturned. From providing the best vendors, to site visits, to managing the final weeks of prep, we couldn't have asked for better planners. Not to mention we had to change venues and dates due to COVID and the process was seamless and easy with J&A by our sides. They are truly TWO of a kind.

AMAZING!! Jonathan and Ali were there every step of our wedding. We had to replan our wedding twice and had to change our location from a venue in Brooklyn to our backyard in PA. I would highly recommend hiring Jonathan and Ali, they were fantastic. They are so detail oriented, organized and positive. I said several times throughout our wedding night, "Thank God we have Jonathan and Ali". There was no task they weren't up for; from organizing our reception, directing vendors, tying my husband's bow tie, holding my dress from the rain, escorting family, they did it all! Even my family was raving about them and were so happy to have "point people" for direction. They are the perfect duo and allow you to enjoy your wedding day! Thank you Jonathan and Ali for everything you did for our big day!!

We initially stumbled upon Two Kindred Events when my partner and I got engaged in March 2020. We were hoping to plan a 250-person wedding for spring of 2021. Fast forward 6 months, this seemed less and less likely given the pandemic situation. We did not want to wait. We were tired of feeling uncertain. And so we reached out to Alison and Jonathan for a consultation. In the end, we had a 6-person ceremony and a 25-person outdoor dinner in early October. It could not have been more perfect. Not only did they help us with vendors and covid logistics, they also made our day stress free and seamless. Our guests absolutely loved the experience and we had the best time ever. We cannot recommend Alison and Johnathon enough. We are still hoping to do a larger event in the future when it is safe to travel and gather again. And this was an amazing trial run. We hope to work with them again and so should you!

SO FABULOUS- Start to finish!! Jonathan and Alison worked with us for our daughter's wedding. It was a major production- big wedding, rehearsal dinner, brunch- lots of venues, lots of moving pieces and very elaborate decor. Our daughter's vision was very unique and they realized it completely. They were incredible. They kept everyone on track, organized the vendors, and were completely unfazed- they were always the calm center of the storm of activity. They were present throughout the weekend and made us all feel that everything was handled and we were taken care of. We couldn't have been happier and we highly recommend them!

Jonathan and Alison were so enormously helpful as our wedding coordinators! They worked with us for the six weeks up to and including the wedding day at Blue Hill at Stone Barns. We considered ourselves very hands-on through our planning process, but there were dozens of details that the TK team helped with that we could not have foreseen—informing vendors of other vendors’ plan changes, ferrying supplies, being there to course correct when the inevitable last-minute change happens. They kept in super close touch with us throughout via phone, email, and video chat, and were always extremely prompt, responsive, and friendly. On the wedding day, they served invaluable functions, like photography direction, helping the band set up, cueing the ceremony, outfit adjustments, and end-of-night supplies gathering—all in a gentle and non-obtrusive way that let us relax and enjoy the moments that made up the day. Our wedding had some moderately non-traditional elements, and J&A were incredibly instrumental in getting our vision made into a reality that we were able to experience fully and enjoy completely!

Jonathan from Two Kindred Events was one of the most integral vendors of our wedding. He was incredibly organized and didn't leave anything up to chance. We had him for the month of our wedding and helped us coordinate with other vendors throughout the month and day of. Our guests also noticed how hospitable Jonathan was during the Big Day. Our money was well spent with Two Kindred Events and would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding.

I can safely say that Jonathan & Alison are the best choice I made for my wedding. They are on top of their sh*t and instantly put me at ease with their expertise, experience and personalities. I wish I’d brought them in sooner to the process: they were people I’d be friends with outside the craziness of wedding world, so they had a sense of what I wanted as a modern Brooklyn Bride and made it happen with the utmost of professionalism and respect for everyone involved (my mom, both families etc). They caught a mistake in a vendor contract that saved us $800. They had ideas to elevate the entire celebration even though we were six weeks out: decor, flow, even my interfaith ceremony. They had style AND substance. And on top of it all, having two planners behind me vs. one put me at ease (my wedding was only 135 people and I don’t know how one person could do it?) I’d been with another planner before and switched to them, and I’m so so so happy I did. I’m going to miss them!

I am not sure where to start here. When I began planning my wedding I had no clue what I was doing. I researched and picked vendors and hoped for the best. Choosing TK Event Planners was one of the best decisions I made for the wedding. I have not been to many weddings and had not planned one before (ha) so I needed help. Not only did I not have a clue, I was planning this wedding long distance. They guided me and didn't make me feel like an idiot when I asked silly questions. Everything was perfect when day of came and if something went wrong i did not notice it. They made sure i was stress free and answered all last minute questions that my husband had (he had plenty!). Highly recommend this duo - they were truly angels for us.

We can’t imagine pulling this wedding off without Two Kindred Event Planners!!! We had been trying to lock in our day with Alison and Jonathan for almost a year before our wedding. We were interested in the month of planning package but they only accept those contracts six-months before the event. We reached out every month leading up to the six-month mark to make sure our day was still available. Alison responded to each of my inquiries consistently and pleasantly. When the time arrived we were really excited that they were still available to work with us. We knew we were going to need help the day of the wedding but because one of us had to move cross-country for a gig the month before the wedding, we didn’t know how invaluable these two would become for our special day. They were always responsive. They managed our 15 plus vendors with ease. They communicated throughout the entire process but they kept us away from the drama. They made our wedding look easy, and it wasn’t. Everything about our day was seamless and smooth from our perspective. They made sure to highlight all of the details that were important to us. Needless to say we would highly recommend them for anybody’s wedding. Part of the appeal is that there are two of them and they pay such close attention to detail that no “t” is left uncrossed and no “i” un-dotted. They’re young, professional, cool, calm and collected, and they go way above and beyond. We appreciated their experience and input. They do this all the time. Our plan is to only do this once. We had an amazing wedding and they are certainly one of the major reasons why. Still smiling! Thank you both! –yani and divi

When we got engaged, we knew we wanted to hire a planner for partial planning services (i.e. managing our vendors, organization, etc. plus month of services) to keep us organized and share great ideas. After calls with several companies, we decided to go with TKE. Alison and Jonathan are a great team and throughout the year that we worked with them, answered all of our many calls and emails within the same day, if not the same hour, and shared many helpful resources along the way. They were also key in helping us pick our vendors. Rather than spending hours and hours browsing through vendors online, we told them our budget, style and what we were looking for, and sent us 3-5 vendors that were spot on every time. It made putting our wedding team together a breeze! On the day of our wedding, my husband and I didn't have to worry about a thing. We really got to enjoy the day without the stresses of "hosting", and Alison and Jonathan moved everything along smoothly and flexibly. If there was an issue, we either didn't know about it or they took care of it immediately. We're so happy we hired them!

Hiring Jonathan and Two Kindred Event Planners was the best decision that we could have made for our wedding in Alexandria, VA in April 2019. No detail of your big day will slip through the cracks if you work with Two Kindred. My husband and I contracted with Jonathan to serve as our month of coordinator. Having Jonathan as the link between us and our vendors the month of our wedding was by far the most valuable service and ensured we were able to be present and enjoy our wedding day. Jonathan took the time to get to know us before he took over contact with our vendors and I trusted him 100% to handle all month-of arrangements. On top of pulling off every detail we discussed in preparation calls, Jonathan is extremely responsive and made sure to quickly write me back and take care of all my random requests. I can’t tell you how many times during our planning my husband said to me “Thank God we have Jonathan”. Jonathan and Two Kindred Event Planners are a must for all couples looking to have a seamless and joy-filled wedding day!

Two is usually better than one, and our wedding planning experience was no different. Ali and Jonathan were absolutely spectacular throughout the process. From day one through our wedding night, we always felt comfortable knowing we had a support system in place - available as a sounding board and always a step ahead of our next question. I'm not really sure what else they could have done. It started with their extremely detailed planning materials, clearly laying out a timeline of events for us during our engagement period. Their familiarity with the wedding venue and strong vendor relationships offered many strong options to satisfy our needs. Their experience led to suggestions and ideas we'd never considered or knew existed. As good as they were in the lead-up to our big day, their presence on our wedding day was even better. They had it down to a science, blocking out our day and ensuring we remained on time. They went above and beyond throughout the celebration to make sure we were calm, well-fed and never thirsty. We really couldn't say enough great things about Ali and Jonathan and would recommend them to any couple seeking a wedding planning team in NYC.

Best decision you will ever make!! We worked with Jonathan and Alison for 15 months leading up to our wedding in Brooklyn. They curated vendor recommendations based on years of experience and helped us bring our vision to life, from the big picture to the smallest details. This dynamic duo also approached a well known chef in NYC to fulfill our dream of serving delicious food on our wedding day. From start to finish, Jonathan and Alison will be there however you need them. We cannot recommend them enough!

I can’t say enough good things about Jonathan and Two Kindred Events. We did the month-of package. The month leading up to the wedding and the wedding day were simply seamless. I don’t know what I would have done without Jonathan. As an event professional and control freak, I had a hard time letting go. But Jonathan sat down with us, walked through everything step-by-step, and I felt fully comfortable putting the logistics in his very capable hands. Jonathan took care of everything such as confirming vendors, drop-off times, reception details (before and during the wedding), and more. I didn’t have to worry and I could relax and enjoy the lead up to the wedding. Everything was taken care of SO much that my husband and I were able to take a relaxing weekend trip the week before the wedding! Jonathan’s expertise allowed us to re-center and focus on this huge step we were taking as a couple. Like many brides, I had a lot of ideas on how I wanted the day to be. Jonathan took those ideas, refined them, and executed them perfectly. He has a 360-degree handle on the entire event. His suggestions, cultivated over many years of event planning experience, truly elevated my wedding and made a huge impression on my guests. For instance, I thought I wanted to sit at the head of the table, but Jonathan’s keen eye convinced me that the photos wouldn’t look right with no one in the background. And he was right! Now we have lovely pictures of us surrounded by friends and family. My bustle unfortunately broke multiple times during the reception and he was right there with his handy toolkit, fixing my dress and calming me down. Again, I can’t recommend Two Kindred Events enough. It was such an incredible experience that my sister is using them for her wedding in April. I really can’t wait to work with Jonathan again!

Ali and Jonathan are fantastic! They dovetail well as a team and made the whole wedding planning process much less stressful. With smiles on their faces they took great care of everything from finding and coordinating with the vendors, staying on top of deadlines and details, to keeping everyone energized on the big day. Most importantly they made themselves easily accessible via phone/text throughout. Highly recommend working with them.

TKE was top-notch and made our wedding absolutely amazing. I got so many people going out of their way to say how amazing our wedding was. No wedding is perfect, but Alison managed to curtail any disasters to make sure that no one even noticed if something went wrong. She thought of everything. In one night she saved me from getting eaten alive (in October!) by mosquitoes, sewed my dress sleeve that ripped, and event went down to another restaurant to get me food when my stomach couldn't handle our delicious catering. She's exactly who I would want next to me for such an important day.

Alison and Jonathan were life savers, we couldn't have done it without them. They were uber helpful in organizing us before the big day, keeping out nerves in check, and providing us with their insightful advice and thoughtful support. Plus they are super chill vibes, creatively minded, and have excellent taste.

Alison and Jonathan are two unassuming superstars. My husband and I had planned a small wedding of just 50 people and weren't sure if we needed wedding planners, but as the process got going we decided we should hire someone to provide help. And we are so glad we did! Alison and Jonathan gave the same attention and care to our small wedding as if it were a 300 person wedding. They were organized, creative, thoughtful and compassionate. They made sure both of us, as well as all of our guests, were well taken care of the day of our wedding. The venue we chose was new to weddings, luckily Alison and Jonathan went above and beyond to not only provide support to us and our guests but also provided support to the caterers and venue when they needed some guidance. Good thing they have a catering background! They are witty, highly professional and caring. Everything you would want from wedding planners. I wouldn't even think about getting married without hiring them.

Alison and Jonathan are excellent at what they do, I can't recommend them enough. We met this incredible duo at a local wedding fair and they really stood out from the other wedding planners we talked to because we got the vibe that they genuinely wanted to execute the wedding we envisioned, no up-selling or over-promising anything. My husband and I didn't need full time wedding planning services, but we did need help beyond just the month/day-of coordination. Most of the planners we talked to before meeting Two Kindred were not flexible and would only offer us one or the other, but Two Kindred worked with us to customize a package based on our needs. Alison and Jonathan truly helped fine-tune what we were envisioning. Throughout the entire planning process, they shed light on all grey areas we weren't sure about, they asked questions we never thought about, and always provided expertise and guidance without ever making us feel like we were compromising our vision. We had a few setbacks occur with other vendors and it all would have been extremely stressful if we didn't have Two Kindred there to guide us. They also really helped us stay within budget by proposing alternative solutions for ways to cut back and guiding us on quantities. We are so happy to say that the day went off without a hitch! Jonathan and Alison were on top of everything, while making us feel completely at ease. Alison would come into the bridal suite every so often to check in and see how I was doing, it really helped calm my nerves. They made sure my husband and I got some alone time together after the ceremony ended (they prepared a toast and some nibbles for us), and when dinner time came around they prepared our plates for us (we did a buffet) and brought to us immediately so that we could have time to eat before making the rounds to say hi to everyone. We just felt like they were truly looking out for us and wanted to make sure we were having a great day and enjoying it all. It's this level of service that sets them apart! Their professionalism, responsiveness and expertise are top notch, they are masters at multi-tasking/juggling a ton at one time, and they are also really fun to work with. Before we hired them I was so dreading the wedding planning process, but they made this experience so pleasant and fun, I can't thank them enough. I could go on and on, I truly can't say enough amazing things about them - definitely hire Two Kindred for your next event!

Jonathan and Ali were amazing to work with. Incredibly responsive, available to talk to me any time I had questions or worries and put my mind at ease. They helped with both big and little things, guiding me on decisions and giving me their expert opinion. There were a couple little things that happened the day of the wedding that changed what we had originally discussed and they made the necessary decisions making things better than originally planned (without freaking me out)! I would recommend them to any one that is thinking of hiring an event planner for your big day!

Can’t speak highly enough of Mr. Jonathan Stamper-Halpin!! We were married at the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn and Jonathan was our day-of coordinator. Upon signing him, I knew I was in good hands as the Wythe Hotel event staff immediately recognized his name and said they were excited and eager to collaborate with him and Two Kindred Events once again. Jonathan did a lovely job offering tips and pointers, and just settling ideas/decisions that my husband and I weren’t in agreement of. He was patient explaining wedding traditions and also in providing examples of scenarios and setups similar to ours. We had a very high guest count which would challenge the normal layout of a family style dinner at the Wythe, but Jonathan’s catering background put us in good hands, as he has a thorough understanding of layouts and what works best for the flow of events. Leading up to our big day, 3 days before, we endured a death in the family. Naturally, this threw a curveball our way. Jonathan was sensitive, patient, and compassionate throughout the whole time. He eased the difficult situation, kept in touch with us and the hotel during the crucial last minute changes to our setup and vendor invoices, along with staying on top of our shifting guest list affected by the tragedy. He did whatever he could to help us out given the solemn circumstances. That aside, our wedding day turned out amazingly. Jonathan facilitated everything and as a bride I felt totally secure and taken care of. He amazingly arranged for my husband and I to be at ease, and I was so happy (and surprised) to have gotten as much downtime as I did on my wedding day. At one point, I even ripped the slit in my dress just minutes before the ceremony and within seconds Jonathan magically appeared with sewing kit in hand. Post-wedding, following up with all my vendors, every single one of them mentioned how easy to work with and professional Jonathan was staying in touch involving the day-of timeline as well as organizing their final contracts and payments. Thank you Jonathan for your great energy, attitude and capabilities. Your white glove handling and overall approach to your job made our special day everything that it was supposed to be.

Alison and Jonathan were absolutely fantastic to work with throughout the duration of our wedding planning process. They guided our ideas and were consistently able to help us keep our planning realistic while still honoring the parts that felt authentic to us. Jonathan and Alison provided us with very helpful google spreadsheets and tools that kept our budget, RSVPs, deadlines, and other details clear and easy to follow. We had an extremely DIY wedding, with LOTS of details to track and quantities to order ourselves. TKE made sure we were not in doubt, and had the information we needed. They always came through for us during a freak-out, and provided solutions at every turn when we most needed them. The day of our wedding, they made sure that everything flowed flawlessly. It was truly the best day of our lives, and we couldn’t have done it without Alison and Jonathan!

I am so happy I found these two. Jonathan and Alison were extremely detail oriented, organized, professional and a joy to work with. They listened carefully to all my concerns and made me feel at ease and relaxed with the whole planning process. They were on top of everything! They would remind me of small details that I missed and helped me bring my dream wedding to life. I couldn't have done this without them!

Alison and Jonathan did a spectacular job planning our wedding - We could not have asked for two better people to guide us through the planning process. From the moment we started working with them, they were responsive, professional and informative. They patiently and promptly answered all of our questions, even the really silly ones, and were always two steps ahead of where we needed to be. They did an excellent job of sourcing vendors who reflected the feeling we wanted for our wedding, and they took care of every single detail to make sure that the day went smoothly. All of our wedding guests repeatedly commented about how calm and relaxed we seemed on the wedding day, and this was entirely thanks to the hard work of Alison and Jonathan. They did a fantastic job of making us feel like we were always a priority for them and we highly recommend them without any reservations!

I originally questioned the value of any wedding planner, but I have never been more happy to be totally and completely wrong. Allison and Jonathan seemed to be everywhere and know everything. More important than how effective and capable they proved to be from step A-Z was the invaluable comfort we felt knowing that they were there to ensure everything went perfectly and deal with anything unexpected. Needless to say, we had an incredible wedding and we will be forever grateful to Alison and Jonathan for the huge role they played in making that happen. We recommend them with total and absolute confidence.