Vanessa Domenech Events

: Vanessa is a star. We recommend 100%. Don't overthink it. Just book her. Great Cultural Competency Vanessa has a ton of expertise with South-Asian weddings. I don't say this lightly; we spoke to several wedding planners who claimed to have "experience" with indian weddings. Most had barely read a wikipedia page or watched a youtube video and didn't know the elements of the wedding, the names for things, etc. Vanessa on the other hand knew the appropriate Hindi terms, the differences in weddings from different parts of india, and had enough cultural context to know how to (politely and respectfully) interact with older, traditional family members and make everyone feel welcome. This was a huge deal to me (personally). At the same, she is from Spain, and hence speaks Spanish fluently. She was able to joke, laugh and talk to all of my wife's Peruvian family. Vendor Sourcing/Management This is another area where Vanessa shined. Vanessa helped us source a ton of vendors. She was on ALL calls with vendors and knew which questions to ask and what details to confirm. And she insisted on personally reviewing every contract from a vendor before we signed to make sure there were no fine-print "gotchyas" to worry about. She also was in constant contact with the vendors leading up to the event giving htem a detailed, color-coded binder with a (15 minute increment) scheduel fo the day for when vendors arrived, when they needed to complete set up, how breakdown worked, complete with photos of the venue she took with her phone, measurements, and other small details. (Honestly, this thing is impressive to review.) Responsiveness -- Vanessa is always on the ball. Ask her a question? She'll text you back an answer in five minutes. She's also flexible to use lots of modes of commujnication -- texts, phone calls, but also sharing google docs to jointly edit, sharing google presentations or Instagram posts to brainstorm ideas. Finally, I just want to say Vanessa is great with the little things. Wedding planning is stressful. Vanessa is warm and comforting. She checked in with our emotional state regularly, and even sent us a cute little "time to relax" gift after our wedding. If you're considering Vanessa and still unsure, I suggest reaching out to her and asking her to connect you with me. I'm happy to chat with you about our experience and how professional and lovely she is.

detail did not go unnoticed, and I am genuinely appreciative of the magic she brought to every aspect of the event(s). She showcased not only unparalleled dedication but also an infectious, joyful, and energetic personality that made the entire planning process a delightful experience. From our initial consultation to the final moments of the celebration, her expertise and professionalism shone through. She took the time to understand my vision, and her ability to translate that vision into a beautifully executed reality exceeded my expectations. Every detail, from the floral arrangements, mandap, seating and last minute add ons/changes were flawlessly executed to bring my vision(s) to life. What truly stood out was her patience and understanding throughout the planning process. Her calm demeanor and reassuring presence helped alleviate any stress, turning what could have been a daunting experience into a joyous journey. Vanessa is a pleasure to work with an even better listener. She will listen to you and help come up with solutions to any problems that may arise, as well, even if it isn't related to the wedding itself. Her ability to navigate unforeseen challenges with grace and poise further highlights her expertise in the field. Thank you, Vanessa, for your tireless efforts, creativity, and the passion you brought to this special day. It was an absolute pleasure working with you, and I will forever cherish the memories of my dream wedding that you made possible. I could not have my dream wedding if it weren't for you and the wonderful vendors we worked with. Everything turned out beautiful, all thanks to you.

a timeline for me! She was never pushy and you can tell she truly does this because she loves her job. I had heard all the horror stories of the planners who take advantage of brides and secretly take kickbacks but this is NOT the case at all with Vanessa. I was at first skeptical about hiring someone to plan my Hindu-Jewish fusion wedding who was not of the same culture as me. Turns out I was very very very wrong. She knows more about these traditions than both my fiancé and I. She is always willing to go above and beyond. You can feel the warmth radiating from her and the knowledge. Planning a wedding half way across the country can seem daunting but Vanessa makes it so easy. My friends always comment that I must love wedding planning and I am the least stressed out bride but all credit goes to Vanessa. She literally carries all the stress. She is your friend, planner and therapist. I work a full time job and often call her on my drive home and we will start with how my day was and then we move to wedding details. She will always have your back. She has an extensive network of vendors she has worked with but also is always open to my suggestions of vendors I find. She has literally saved me thousands of dollars. My fiancé and I joked that she is our bodyguard in this crazy wedding industry world. Both of us are highly educated but Vanessa knows the right questions to ask and she also knows when something is not right. She is there to protect you. She will go over the details with a fine tooth comb. She will find people who fit your budget and style. She cares so much for her clients. The biggest mistake someone can make while planning their wedding is not hiring Vanessa. Hire her. You will not regret it

my words will be able to explain her work, her value, her professionalism. She was SO ORGANIZED the entire process. She helped me with my zillion questions. She helped me save money! I cannot imagine my wedding day without Vanessa and her staff: Cynthia and Debbie. They paid attention to every detail. I was fully supported in every way on my special day. My other vendors FREQUENTLY reached out to me to tell me how great she is! She had detailed timelines, notes for all vendors, helped me correspond with the venue, helped set up of the space, helped cue the ceremony. EVERYTHING! I went into the day knowing every little detail - and when and how it would be executed. I felt in perfect control (which is saying a lot for an anxious person like me). Vanessa and her staff stayed late to make sure everything was safely in our hotel room at the end of the night. Vanessa even got us a wedding gift! Ah! SO THOUGHTFUL! If you want to feel like you have the support, courage, and knowledge to get through the most important day of your life - HIRE VANESSA! You will not regret it! And EVERYONE INVOVLED in your wedding will thank you for her. Like I said, I feel this falls short of all she is and all she does. But…She is a life saver and a life changer. Vanessa was hands down the best decision I made about my wedding. I am intimidated to write this review, because I just don't think my words will be able to explain her work, her value, her professionalism. She was SO ORGANIZED the entire process. She helped me with my zillion questions. She helped me save money! I cannot imagine my wedding day without Vanessa and her staff: Cynthia and Debbie. They paid attention to every detail. I was fully supported in every way on my special day. My other vendors FREQUENTLY reached out to me to tell me how great she is! She had detailed timelines, notes for all vendors, helped me correspond with the venue, helped set up of the space, helped cue the ceremony. EVERYTHING! I went into the day knowing every little detail - and when and how it would be executed. I felt in perfect control (which is saying a lot for an anxious person like me). Vanessa and her staff stayed late to make sure everything was safely in our hotel room at the end of the night. Vanessa even got us a wedding gift! Ah! SO THOUGHTFUL! If you want to feel like you have the support, courage, and knowledge to get through the most important day of your life - HIRE VANESSA! You will not regret it! And EVERYONE INVOLVED in your wedding will thank you for her. Like I said, I feel this falls short of all she is and all she does. But...She is a life saver and a life changer. This was truly the happiest day of my life. And I know it's because you were there, so I could just relax and enjoy! Thank you Vanessa, Debbie, and Cynthia!

ordinators. After meeting with Vanessa, my husband and I felt that "click" and knew she was the one. During our big day, Vanessa and her team kept our wedding party moving along in good time without feeling pressured or rushed. While taking professional photos before the wedding I realized I left my veil at the hotel. Before I could panic- no problem- one of the dream team was off to pick it up while we continued taking our photos. We had multiple vendors compliment us on her professionalism and ability to work well with part of a big team and that they hoped to work with her again at other weddings. if you are looking for someone to get all the details you shouldn't have to worry about and be able to work with ease with both you, your families and other vendors, then don't wait- give Best Dream Weddings a call!