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Talented Planners With a Flair For Elegant Design
Wonder Event, Inc provides full-service wedding planning based out of Brookline, MA. Known for their incredible attention to detail and stunning designs, these professionals promise to bring your dream wedding to life. They serve couples throughout New England, New York, Florida, and California, and offer services in English and Mandarin.
The expert team at Wonder Event, Inc is led by owner Elena Dong, who is endlessly inspired by couples' love stories. Each poignant ceremony and swoon-worthy first dance brings tears to her eyes and feeds her soul. Elena is passionate about design, DIY, and creating something that truly speaks to your unique style and personality. Always a coffee in hand, her team will curate your dream celebration, whether you prefer classic elegance, vintage glamour, or a bohemian-themed celebration.
Wonder Event, Inc provides planning for engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, showers, and each milestone of your wedding day. Beginning with an initial consultation, they will manage your event's design, guest list, budget, timelines, to-do lists, and vendors. On the day of, they will be by your side to coordinate all activities while allowing you to remain in the present. They can also offer management of your wedding website.
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Business Attributes
- Asian-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
- A la Carte Wedding Planning
- Budgeting
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
- RSVP Tracking
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Bachelor Party
- Bachelorette Party
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Wonder Event, Inc., led by Elena and her team, is highly praised for their exceptional wedding planning services. Reviewers commend Elena for her meticulous attention to detail, invaluable design insights, and impeccable coordination that create the perfect ambiance for weddings. Communication with vendors, flexible handling of last-minute changes, and support in executing flawless events are highlighted. Elena's personalized care, fluency in languages like Mandarin, and dedication to making wedding days stress-free and unforgettable receive significant accolades. Clients appreciate her professionalism, organizational skills, and ability to exceed expectations, making Wonder Event, Inc. a highly recommended choice for event planning.- Top reviews
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words can't explain how much I appreciate Elena. She is wonderful
Elena and her team were amazing throughout the entire wedding planning process. They paid attention to every little detail and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. From the venue decor to the ceremony flow, Elena’s suggestions were spot-on and truly made our wedding unique and special. Communication was super easy—whenever we had questions or new ideas, Elena and her team were always quick to respond and really helpful. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but with Elena’s expertise and support, everything felt smooth and manageable. I’m so grateful to Elena and her team for making our dream wedding a reality!
Response from the Vendor on 08/20/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure to be part of your special day and help bring your vision to life. We’re thrilled to hear that you felt supported and that the details made your wedding unique and memorable. It...
’s always our goal to make the planning process as smooth and stress-free as possible, so knowing we achieved that means the world to us. Your trust and collaboration made our job even more enjoyable.
Words cannot express how grateful we are to have had Elena as our wedding day-of-coordinator. From the moment we met her, she radiated warmth and enthusiasm that reassured us we were in the best hands. Her meticulous attention to detail transformed our wedding day into the perfect and flawless event we had dreamed of.
From managing last-minute changes to coordinating with vendors, she effortlessly handled every aspect of the day with the utmost professionalism. Her expertise shone through as she anticipated and addressed potential issues before they could even become concerns, allowing us to focus on enjoying our special day.
Elena truly went above and beyond, and we felt a huge weight lifted off our shoulders thanks to her. If you're looking for someone who is genuinely invested in making your wedding day perfect, look no further. She is simply the best!
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I’m so glad we went with Wonder event for our wedding! From the outset, Elena and her team provided invaluable design insights and coordinated all aspects of our special day with impeccable attention to detail. Every element, from the floral arrangements to the seating plans, was executed beautifully, creating the perfect ambiance we envisioned. Her professionalism and expertise ensured that our wedding day was smooth and stress-free. Thanks to Elena and her team, we could truly enjoy every moment of our celebration without any worries. If you’re looking for someone to help make your event unforgettable, look no further!
Response from the Vendor on 05/06/2024
Thank you for your kind word! We were so honored to be part of your wedding !
Elena is the best planner I could ever asked for ! She is so patient and planned every detail of our wedding. I don’t have a good vision on style , but she is so good with styling and decor details. If you ever wanna hire someone with a full service planning, her team is def the ONE !
Elena and team are super. Very professional and detail oriented in what they do. Communicated clearly with vendors, focused on lots of details, and worked really hard on our big day to ensure everything is smooth.
I reached out to Elena three months before my wedding day for partial planning, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. From the beginning, Elena's exceptional reliability and dedication were evident. She tirelessly invested long hours to ensure every detail was taken care of, showcasing an unwavering commitment to making our day absolutely perfect.
One of Elena's standout qualities was her availability. She was there for us at any time, always ready to answer questions, provide guidance, and address any concerns we had. This constant availability truly made us feel supported and valued throughout the planning process.
Elena's proficiency in logistics, her consistent communication, and her ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining a composed demeanor were equally impressive. Her dedication to turning our vision into reality and her guidance in selecting the right vendors made the journey all the more enjoyable.
Without hesitation, I recommend Elena to anyone seeking a dependable and hardworking professional who goes above and beyond. Her commitment to making our wedding day extraordinary left us truly grateful.
Elena is the best! Her and her team were very professional def enjoyable work with them!
My parents don’t speak English, me and my husband had church wedding, Elena go through all the detail and timeline with them in Mandarin. This made them feel incredibly comfortable and not confused by the whole mass. The whole wedding was perfect and organized.
Thanks Elena and her team.
We engaged Elena for "month-of" coordination services, and our experience with her was truly outstanding from the very beginning. Despite the "month-of" timeframe, Elena and her team went above and beyond, starting their coordination efforts six whole months before our wedding. They quickly got in touch with our caterer, helping us finalize our menu and offering valuable suggestions. But their dedication didn't end there. Shortly after, Elena personally drove an hour and a half to conduct an in-person venue walk-through, initiated coordination with our DJ, assisted us in determining our floral arrangements, and continued to provide unwavering support throughout the process.
Elena's charge and attention to detail was remarkable, and she left no stone unturned. From meticulously going through the timeline with all the vendors to organizing vendor meals, she demonstrated her commitment to excellence. Even when we unexpectedly added two more vendors at the last minute, she willingly accepted the additional workload and even recommended suitable candidates for us to hire. Her resourcefulness and willingness to go the extra mile were truly impressive.
On the day of our wedding, Elena exceeded our expectations. She ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to relax and savor each moment. Her empathetic and non-judgmental nature shone through when dealing with challenging family dynamics. She proactively monitored the situation, providing us with a sense of ease throughout the day. Elena and her team flawlessly executed every detail, adeptly resolving issues that arose without our knowledge. For instance, when our venue suddenly claimed that there was too much decor to clean up, Elena swiftly handled the situation, and the decor vanished without a hitch. Her tireless work ethic and evident pride in her craft were truly remarkable.
Despite her busy schedule with other events, Elena made us feel like our wedding was her top priority. Her care, meticulousness, and willingness to invest any necessary effort were exceptional. While I don't anticipate planning another wedding, knowing that Elena is available for future event planning makes me eagerly anticipate hosting other special occasions. She has become a trusted resource for us, and we have full confidence in her abilities to make any event extraordinary.
Elena was absolute joy to work with in planning our dream wedding. She is incredibly organized, responsive, and went above and beyond to ensure a perfect day.
Elena excels in communication, coordinating vendors, and handling logistics. She read through the hundreds of emails we exchanged with vendors leading up to the big day and was up to date with every detail.
Here are just a few examples of how she went above and beyond. My parents have never been to a Western wedding before and were feeling overwhelmed. Elena not only had a meeting with them in Mandarin Chinese to review the timeline, she created a personalized schedule in Chinese for them, and was so attentive to their comfort during the wedding day itself. They couldn't stop gushing about how wonderful she was! We ended up adding a couple of last-minute vendors, including a lion dance. She expertly weaved them in and coordinated with the other vendors, and the performance was stunning. She also took charge of setting up our arch when other vendors were unsure. I was very particular about wedding decor and we had a 12-page list of decor to set up! Elena did it all perfectly down to the last detail, and even found some creative uses for extra decor that were a beautiful touch.
Our wedding day was flawless, thanks to Elena and her team's calm and organized approach. We were able to relax and enjoy the day while they worked tirelessly behind the scenes. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and would give her 100 stars if we could.
Elena is an amazing DOC! She is so organized, thoughtful and responsive. From the day we hired her, she relieved so much stress. She helped us execute our day perfectly and stay exactly on track with our timeline. Above all, we were actually able to enjoy our wedding day thanks to Elena!
Response from the Vendor on 11/21/2022
Hi Caroline! Thanks for your review and it was a blast to coordinate your wedding, beautiful people and warm family!
I am a florist and have worked on a couple of events with Wonder Event before. Elena and her team are so clear and organized with everything that they do. They always have multiple floral options for their client. After they talk with me, we always try to find the best fit for the client and they are always open-minded to hear our advice. They also communicate all information with their clients very clearly. A week before the event, they sent us a very organized setup and venue working schedule. On the wedding day, they are very helpful to the vendors in making the event go smoothly and successfully. I would highly recommend couples to try their service!
Elena and her team are very helpful and always there when I need them. They helped me setup an amazing event and create the wow moment for me and my guests. Definitely recommend them for you event as well!!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/02/2022
Hi, Thanks for leaving us a review! We hope to see you again for other events!
I'm an event planner in CA and had a wonderful couple in Boston who also needed a coordinator. Wonder Event Inc helped make sure they were taken care of. The wedding was perfect with their help. They made the day go by so smoothly. The communication was on point too. Thank you Wonder Event Inc for helping make our clients wedding perfect!
Response from the Vendor on 10/26/2022
Hi love! It was so great to work with you and we were honored to coordinate for your client's wedding! they are such a sweet couple!
We had a great experience with Wonder Event, Inc. We utilized their day of coordinator service and Elena provided excellent service leading up to and day of the wedding. Communication was a breeze and the coordination went smoothly. We highly recommend Wonder Event, Inc!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2022
Hi Chris!
Thanks for leaving your review, really appreciate that. It was a blast to coordinate your wedding !
Elena and team has been very professional and supportive. They were able to plan and coordinate our wedding in 3 months. They listened to our specific needs and accommodated to the best extent possible, they also suggested great themes, places to stay, during our wedding weekend. They were able to keep us on track and remind us with actions we have to take. Minimized our efforts and eased our worries and stresses. Wedding ended up a big success, exceeded all our expectations and was easily the best day of our life thus far. Definitely recommend everyone to work with them for wedding planning.
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2022
Hi Haotian
Thanks for your review, Our entire team are flattered. We are so happy that we can be your wedding planner for your big day. hope to see you soon for other celebrations!
Thanks
Elena
I have Elena and her team did our Partial wedding Planning, we were on a budget so I told her that I would want to keep everything reasonable. And she is just too sweet! She assigned me an extra bride assistant during our wedding day with no charge . She said that she wanted me to feel comfortable with extra assistance. And honestly, I talked to so many wedding planners, none of them would do that !
Her team is very responsive and detail oriented. She was an accompany for my food tasting and all venue meetings! We are glad that we hired her and I would hire her again for our baby shower! Highly recommend!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/29/2022
Hi Frank & Shirley
It was an honor to plan your wedding and Thanks for the trust ! We would love to plan your baby shower one day! keep in touch!
LOVE,
Wonder Event
We hired Wonder Event, Inc to plan our April 2022 wedding. It was a great experience and I would not hesitate to hire them again to plan other events. Highly recommended.
What I really appreciate this company is how responsible their staff are. I feel their staff personally invested in the success of our wedding. They communicated with us promptly and regularly throughout the planning of our wedding, showed great attention to details and organizing skills. Outsides vendors recommended by Wonder Event, Inc also provided great quality of products/services and had fair and reasonable price.
Wonder Event, Inc is a trustworthy company and I would recommend them to anyone who’s looking for a planner.
Response from the Vendor on 07/29/2022
Hi, Jonathan!
You and Michelle are too sweet! Thanks for the trust and had us plan your wedding! Can't wait to seeing Michelle and you come back from Korea !
Thanks
Elena
I absolutely fall in love with the design and everything!!
Elena understand so well of my goal for my wedding! She helps me a lot even help me to save lots of money, which I can't do that by my own.
If you want a vendor save your time, money,be happy, like she knows you like your family, then go with wonder event!
Response from the Vendor on 07/29/2022
Hi Lauren!
Thanks for your kind words, We would love to work with you again!
Thanks
Elena
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Elena Dong
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Planning & designing are like a cup of my favorite Latte energizes my day. Frankly I cry whenever I saw someone proposed to another, I cry when couples exchange their vows and rings because my heart melted for them. This is the happiness where i want to belong with. I want to bring this happiness to my couples so they can forever remember this day.
I love sitting in Tatte, drinking my latte with french toast, designing and bringing my couples' vision to life. If you are a coffee lover, you may see me in Tatte, don't forget to say Hi. :)
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