Wedding Planners
4PM Events
333 W. 39th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; 212-631-7777; weddingsalon.comThis full-service event-planning company also puts on a luxury-wedding showcase, the Wedding Salon, which features 70 vendors, from cake designers and caterers to honeymoon destinations. The basic package starts at $7,500. Comprehensive-planning services start at $20,000.
6 Degrees of Celebration
212-537-9485; 6degreesofcelebration.comWith more than fifteen years of experience, this boutique firm specializes in luxury weddings and handles every element of the event—including venue selection, décor, stationery, and entertainment. Joan Glenn, the driving force behind 6 Degrees, and her seasoned team consistently produce visually-stunning, unique events. Comprehensive planning packages begin at $20,000. Partial planning from $10,000. Wedding day management from $3,500.
14 Stories
646-580-1270; 14stories.com14 Stories mastermind Bernadette Smith is a pioneer in same-sex wedding planning—be sure to check out her book Gay Weddings Confidential. Full and partial services available from $5,000 to $15,000. There’s also a Manhattan elopement package for $3,800, which covers 20 guests.
Always a Bridesmaid
305 Broadway, nr. Duane St., Ste. 302; 212-334-0005; alwaysabridesmaid.usSpecializing in raw-space design, Xochitl Gonzalez and Mayra Castillo put together personalized weddings that range in size from small events in loft spaces like Ramscale in the Village to large-scale venues like Ellis Island, typically working with clients in creative industries. Prices start at $15,000 (design services only). They also offer day-of services through a spinoff, Just About Married.
Amy Atlas Events
917-678-7900; amyatlas.comThis former lawyer became internationally recognized as the “sweets stylists” after setting a trend with her signature buffets of desserts. Her boutique planning firm attends to the details of every party—Hire her to do décor, event planning, or dessert spreads. From $10,000.
Anderson Green Events
646-827-4705; andersongreenevents.comWith her finance background and years of wedding experience, founder Lisa Green has a detail-oriented yet relaxed planning style. Whether in the city, the Hamptons, or beyond, she’ll work to make sure your big day is flawless. Month-of coordination starts at $2,500.
Ang Weddings and Events
646-481-8078; angweddingsandevents.comFormerly the VP at a major investment bank, detail-oriented Tzo Ai makes herself available practically around the clock. She particularly enjoys working with cross-cultural couples, which allows her to draw from her own experience living in four countries across three continents. Initial consultations are free with month-of coordination starting at $2,800. Full packages also available.
Avidov Adler Studio
117 Grattan St., nr. Porter Ave., Ste. 101, Bushwick; 347-335-0032; aviadlerstudio.comThis famed avant-garde designer has engineered everything from intimate 50-guest affairs to bashes for 5,000. The common link: an artist’s eye for detail. Prices upon request.
Bardin Palomo
117 432 W. 19th St., nr. Ninth Ave.; 212-989-6113; bardinpalomo.comThis established event-design company bills itself as providing sophisticated elegance with a twist of whimsy. Custom design products and services available. Prices upon request. By appointment only.
Brady-Kowalski.com
For a fun alternative to the traditional guest book, Donna Brady and Brandi Kowalski repair and sell vintage typewriters, which guests can use to leave old-timey notes. From $650 for a typewriter plus 50 sheets of custom-monogrammed stationery.
Brilliant Event Planning
419 Lafayette St., nr. E. 4th St., second fl.; 917-974-4729; brillianteventplanning.comThe imaginative planners here pride themselves on marrying the creative right brain with the organized left brain. Each wedding is planned with the couple’s love story in mind; they also specialize in Caribbean, Latin American and Irish destination weddings. Full service planning from $12,000.
Bryan Jacobson
250 Mercer St., nr. W. 4th St., Ste. 1404B; 917-721-0683; ny-eventplanner.comAs the former owner of Corporate Events Manhattan, Jacobson used his connections to transition from throwing company blowouts to opening a luxury-wedding business. He specializes in transforming atmospheres and landscapes and caters to a diverse clientele. Prices range from $150,000 to $500,000.
C&G Weddings, LLC
225 W. 35th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 1202; 212-961-1528; candgny.comC&G will do as little or as much as clients require, providing unlimited meetings and support along with creative services like hiring hot-dog carts to line the steps of the New York Public Library. Day-of coordination starts at $3,800.
Carmona Design and Events
250 Fifth Ave., nr. 28th St., Ste. 503; 212-414-8400; carmonadesign.comEvent designers Mary Krueger and her partner, Andrés, specialize in dramatic events, and they do it all—décor, lighting, staging, and sound. Despite the grand scale of their projects, they retain a unique atmosphere of intimacy. For onewedding, they transformed a tent on an English estate into a maze, surrounding the band with an eighteen-foot-tall trellis complete with boxwood hedges for walls. At more cutting-edge events, the use of clever imagery and innovative lighting combinations set Carmona apart. From $100,000.
Castle & Pierpont
164 Ludlow St., nr. Stanton St.; 212-244-8668; castlepierpont.comThis florist–cum–event-design company caters to clients like Sotheby’s and the Metropolitan Opera. Whether in an intimate spot for 50 people or an enormous venue for 1,000-plus, they can transform the entire space with flowers, lighting, and flatware tailored to the couple’s vision. Prices upon request.
Cheryl J. Weddings and Events
917-254-0514; cheryljweddingsandevents.comCheryl Fielding-LoPalo works as both planner and mentor to help create an elegant event. Her goal is to make each wedding unique and stress-free. Services start at $3,650.
Choice Productions
139 Fulton St., nr. Broadway, Ste. 709; 212-265-5012; choiceproductionsnyc.comThis company does almost everything in-house—staffing, catering, entertainment, even audio-visual services. For one wedding, the silverware and the seating were mismatched to create the home-style feeling the bride was going for. From $175 per guest.
Colin Cowie Lifestyle
568 Broadway, nr. Prince St., Ste. 705; 212-994-2000; colincowie.comCowie is an in-demand event-planning guru who has written eight books on wedding parties and entertaining. He’s also thrown lavish blowouts for Jennifer Lopez, Tom Cruise, and other celebs. Expect detail-oriented elegance with an edge. Prices start at $150,000.
Cristina Verger
630 Fifth Ave., nr. 50th St., Ste. 2000; 212-715-0590; tastythoughts.comThis full-service planner works with her clients from the first decision to the last detail. Although the majority of her weddings are in New York, Verger also specializes in destination weddings worldwide, particularly in Italy (she has access to a far-reaching network of Italian vendors). Event-planning fee is $20,000; $150 per hour for consultation.
David Beahm Design
529 W. 20th St., nr. Tenth Ave., Ste. 11W; 212-279-1344; davidbeahm.comBountiful and breathtaking, Beahm’s designs have captured the imagination of American and European high society for nearly a decade. His penchant for innovation leads to true collaboration and personalization. Prices upon request.
David Monn, LLC
135 W. 27th St., nr. Seventh Ave., second fl.; 212-242-2009; davidmonn.comTransforming the Met into an English garden party complete with apple-tree espaliers and moss-covered stairs, as Monn once did for a Costume Institute Gala, is just one of the reasons many call this dapper society planner the “architect of style.” From $100,000.
David Reinhard Events, LLC
212-535-1520; davidreinhard.comFor more than eleven years, Ann David and Nicky Reinhard have created a hands-on, boutique approach to planning New York City, Hamptons, and destination weddings. They limit the number of events they handle each month to ensure you’ll get their full attention. Prices upon request.
David Stark Design and Production
87 Luquer St., nr. Clinton St., Carroll Gardens; 718-534-6777; davidstarkdesign.comThis studio approaches event design as if it were a gallery installation—covering an entire wall with candles or filling a room with hanging garlands. Stark personally handles all of the aesthetic elements, including furniture, lighting, and invitations. From $35,000.
David Tutera
470 Seventh Ave., nr. 35th St., eleventh fl.; 212-229-9280; davidtutera.comKnown for his A-list parties for the likes of Barbara Walters and the Rolling Stones, David Tutera has expanded his business to encompass books, gowns, jewelry, and a reality TV series, My Fair Weddings. His custom-designed affairs ensure couples a day of luxury and style. Clients can hire him as a personal wedding planner (to cover all the details and logistics), an event designer (to manage décor-related aspects), a floral designer—or all three. Call at least six months in advance. Prices upon request.
Delaney T. Bagwell Associates, LLC
430 E. 56th St., nr. First Ave., 917-434-0521; delaneytbagwellassociates.comBagwell has been planning weddings, society events, fund-raisers, and corporate shindigs since 1989. He specializes in destination weddings, and his all-inclusive services cover everything from save-the-dates to party favors. Prices upon request.
The Designers' Co-Op
252 W. 73rd St., nr. Broadway, Ste. 1A; 212-721-2188; thedesignersco-op.comThis outfit exudes modern romance without being over the top. Brides come to owner Bridget Vizoso for her custom prop-building and signature “carpets of flowers.” For an event at the Foundry, she reworked the industrial space into a stunning organic environment with curtains of orchids and a canopy of branches illuminated by candlelight. From $6,000 for a 150-person event. (good value)
Elegant Occasions
100 Park Ave., nr. 41st St., Ste. 1600; 212-704-0048; elegantoccasions.comThis company specializes in comprehensive planning for both domestic and destination weddings, especially those in Italy. Each wedding is customized, but these pros are particularly adept at overseeing wedding weekends. Prices upon request.
Erganic Design
888-933-2442; erganic-events.comA team of Ivy League-trained architects and designers constitutes this full-service planning crew, whose head coordinator, Sojourner Auguste, is known for providing endless samples and sketches to put jittery couples at ease. The in-house graphics team can also custom-design invitations. Full-planning packages start at $7,500; day-of coordination starts at $2,500.
Fête
419 Park Ave. S., at 29th St., fourth fl.; 212-725-7268; feteny.comJung Lee heads up this stylish planning-and-design boutique; her partner, Josh Brooks, provides the business acumen. Together, they deliver a wedding day that is seriously detail-oriented. For couples planning their own, check out their book, Fête: The Wedding Experience. Prices upon request.
Francesca Events
5 Tudor City Pl., nr. E. 40th St., Ste. 630; 646-227-9474; francescaevents.comThe hand-holding approach of Francesca Events is ideal for nervous clients. Although she focuses on logistics and production, owner Francesca Abbracciamento also has extensive contacts in the New York culinary scene for foodie couples. She plans many destination weddings, having done several in Mexico, Ireland, and Italy. Prices upon request.
Harriette Rose Katz Events/Gourmet Advisory Services
212-535-0005; gourmetadvisory.comWith more than 30 years of experience, Harriette Rose Katz has built a reputation as an event designer and culinary and wine expert; she and a full-time staff of six will plan and execute all stages of your event. Prices upon request.
Hatch Creative Studio
511 W. 25th St., nr. Tenth Ave., Ste. 305; 212-679-6378; hatchcreativestudio.comThese planners like to focus on the creative aspects of the wedding: the color story, floor plan, and on perfecting the minute details. They also do floral design and can build photo backdrops or sets (including chuppas) and recently opened a prop-rental shop for the more budget conscious. Prices upon request. By appointment only.
In Any Event
212-472-7751; inanyevent.bizPlanners and co-owners Leslie Price and Eyal Tessler know how to make each wedding reflect the couple’s personality. Price’s background in design and event planning complements Tessler’s experience in catering. Full planning services start at $25,000.
James Abel Events
917-399-4552; jamesabelevents.comAbel’s boutique event-design and production company is a one-stop shop for handcrafted invitations, flowers, music, menus, you name it. Abel works closely with couples to allocate the budget and throw their ideal party, whether it’s outdoors with a sunken dance floor and built-in banquettes or a grandiose affair at the Essex House. Prices upon request.
Jennifer Brisman
31 Washington Sq. W., nr. Waverly Pl., Ste. 1R; 212-588-0007; theweddingplanner.comThis industry vet specializes in grand-scale event management and frequently serves as an expert source on television. She works with vendors all over the world to create memorable weddings, primarily in New York and the Caribbean. With budgets from $200,000 to those in excess of $1 million, Brisman designs for diverse tastes—vintage, contemporary, and traditional. By appointment only.
Jill Gordon Celebrate
631-324-2422; jillgordoncelebrate.comThis boutique firm, which specializes in Hamptons weddings, will plan every element of the event—from the music and food to the tents, lighting, and décor. Gordon’s team prides themselves on knowing the best vineyards, beaches, and farms in the area and works to make sure the big day is glitch-free. Prices upon request.
Karen Bussen
646-781-9330; karenbussen.comPlanning by Bussen transcends mere logistics to include top-notch design and décor. She is the author of the Simple Stunning Weddings series, and creates a limited number of one-of-a-kind events each year. Prices upon request.
L’Atelier Rouge
270 Lafayette St., nr. Prince St.; 212-226-4636; latelierrouge.comThe flower-arranging geniuses behind L’Atelier Rouge have produced events for Uma Thurman and the New York City Ballet. They have also served as floral decorators for Chanel, Dior, and Madonna. They take an artistic approach to event planning and have created a mini cotton-candy station and custom gift boxes of French macarons to complement the unique tastes of their clients. Day-of coordination from $1,500; full-service planning from $8,000.
Lindsay Landman Events
212-206-0026; lindsaylandmanevents.comIn 2001, Landman transitioned from fashion shows and record-release parties to weddings. Her full-service approach is much like that of an interior designer—all the elements have to work together, from the color palette and the flowers to the throw pillows and the ceiling treatment. She has a knack for transforming any venue into something spectacular. Design services from $15,000; design and planning services from $25,000.
Loli Events
914-659-1294; lolievents.comLauren Sozmen launched this boutique operation after years of planning events for top chefs like Thomas Keller and Daniel Boulud. Known for weddings that are simple, elegant, and unique, Loli Events can handle a blowout for 500 on a remote Hudson Valley farm or a small ceremony—plus private rock concert—in a Manhattan park with equal ease. Day-of coordination from $3,000; full-service planning from $10,000.
Loulie Walker Events
200 W. 79th St., nr. Amsterdam Ave., Ste. 4/5M; 212-316-6135; louliewalkerevents.comSince 2001, Walker has been working one-on-one with couples to orchestrate flawless affairs, infusing her clients’ personalities into every detail. She often works with such venues as the New York Public Library and the Bowery Hotel, and she also specializes in tented events. Prices upon request.
Lyndsey Hamilton Events, LLC
156 Franklin St., nr. Hudson St., third fl.; 212-274-0074;lyndseyhamiltonevents.comThroughout the planning process, Hamilton, her partner, Carrie Sartor, and their staff remain attentive, staying in close contact from the day they’re booked to the moment the newlyweds head for their honeymoon. They offer full or partial packages, and are known for their modern and chic aesthetic. Prices upon request.
Marc Wilson Design
51-02 21st St., nr. Borden Ave., seventh fl., Long Island City; 212-749-2266; marcwilsondesign.comThis planning-and-design firm specializes in event and floral production. With a fine-arts degree in painting and textile design and eight years’ experience in the home-furnishings industry, Wilson creates elegant and stylish environments with a modern twist. Full-service wedding planning and day-of coordination are available. Prices upon request.
Marcy Blum
55 Fifth Ave., nr. 12th St., nineteenth fl.; 212-929-9814; marcyblum.comBlum’s hands-on approach and whimsical elegance make the planning process fun for couples. From Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick’s nuptials more than twenty years ago to the upscale weddings this boutique company currently juggles, Blum devotes unparalleled personal attention to each event. From $40,000, or from $30,000 with an associate.
Marina Luri Events
646-431-7808; ahopskipandajump.comWith more than fifteen years’ experience in the fashion industry organizing events and fashion shows, Luri brings her impeccable attention to detail to each step of the planning process. For a wedding held at a private estate in East Hampton, she transformed the bluff by the side of the house into the ceremony area for 250 guests. A vast network of handpicked vendors from around the world, including ones culled from her past relations with luxury companies, make this full-service event-planning company capable of working anywhere from New York to South Africa. Prices upon request.
Mary Elizabeth O'Neill for Voyage: New York Weddings
voyagenyc.comThis experienced planner has thrown lavish affairs at some of the city’s premier venues (Angel Orensanz, Capitale, etc.). Her intimate knowledge of NYC hotels and outdoor venues is vast, and she partners with Voyage, a full-service travel agency, for destination affairs. From $2,500 for month-of coordination; full-service planning from $4,000.
Matthew Robbins Design
227 W. 29th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-253-2737; matthewrobbinsdesign.comThis event designer helps couples with everything from high-concept macro design to the nitty-gritty details. An in-house and constantly growing selection of vintage props and décor (including silver, farm tables, and weather vanes) came in handy for a wedding at Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Prices upon request.
MD Events
95 Horatio St., nr. Tenth Ave., Ste. 605; 917-612-4724; mdeventsny.comA native Manhattanite, Alison Dalewitz uses her background in art, design, and fashion to find up-and-coming talent and collaborate with clients on individual concepts. She does à la carte planning as well. Day-of services start at $3,000. good value
Meghan Walls Events, Inc.
917-621-5354; meghanwallsevents.comWalls targets couples who want one-on-one attention and creative approaches to their big day. Full-service planning and day-of coordination are available. Prices upon request.
Merci New York
60 W. 75th St., nr. Columbus Ave.; 646-368-1941; mercinewyork.comThis boutique event-styling company prides itself on putting together all the visual elements of your wedding. A loft function incorporated a woodlands-themed dessert table and clever birdcage favors. Prices upon request.
Michelle Rago Destinations
485 Seventh Ave., nr. 36th St,. Ste. 1680; 646-381-9098; michelleragoltd.comRago is known for her destination weddings in locations like Paris, the Bahamas, and Mexico. She and her staff provide catering (they have an in-house food and beverage expert who can build a field kitchen for a guest chef), planning, design, and more. They also can set up a concierge service. Prices upon request.
Molly Middleton Events, LLC
865 United Nations Plaza, nr. First Ave., Ste. 8A; 646-861-0919; mollymiddletonevents.comBefore launching her event-consulting firm in 2006, Middleton held planning positions at Christie’s and the American Museum of Natural History. Beyond New York, weddings have been as small as a ten-person outdoor ceremony followed by an eight-course tasting dinner at Winvian in Litchfield, Connecticut, and as large as a 400-guest tented ceremony and reception under the Tetons in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She also coordinated the premiere of the motion picture The Namesake and the after-party fund-raiser with co-chairs Donna Karan and Mira Nair. Full-service planning starts at $25,000.
My Big Black Book
122 Duane St., nr. Church St., Loft 4B; 212-608-0557; mybigblackbook.comIdeal for couples on a budget, this vendor-referral service doesn’t charge a fee—the vendors pay My Big Black Book directly. Owner Adam S. Glassman, who managed the Über-popular venue Tribeca Rooftop for eleven years, created the company with the goal of connecting brides- and grooms-to-be with the right resources to make their visions a reality. good value
Perfecttableplan.com
Make planning your seating charts simpler, for any size event in any space. Once you purchase and install this program, you can immediately begin to lay out the room and organize the guests. It’s easier than using Excel or scraps of paper, and you can experiment with different table sizes and shapes.
Preston Bailey
147 W. 25th St., nr. Sixth Ave., eleventh fl.; 212-741-9300; prestonbailey.comFor couples who want their wedding to be nothing short of spectacular (and for whom price is no object), Bailey is the go-to planner and floral designer. His dramatic events are decadent (picture larger-than-life daisy-covered poodle sculptures and enormous crystal candelabras on every table) and memorable. From $500,000.
Rafanelli Events
467 Tenth Ave., nr. 36th St., second fl.; 917-733-1115; rafanellievents.comBryan Rafanelli, the man behind Chelsea Clinton’s nuptials, is known for his exquisite style, attention to detail, and ability to transform a bride’s vision into reality. This full-service event company offers everything from budget planning to design and production services. Prices upon request.
Save the Date
18 Harrison St., nr. Hudson St., Penthouse; 212-333-3283; savethedate.comFounder Jennifer Gilbert has twenty years of experience planning events for Fortune 500 companies, celebrities, and brides. Prices range from $3,500 for last-minute planning services to $25,000 for the works.
Sidekick Events, LLC
150 W. 28th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 1403; 212-924-2909; sidekickevents.comA seasoned, full-service event planner, Ellen Kostman has done all kinds of weddings, from well-appointed garden parties to high-drama, black-tie galas at the St. Regis Hotel. She also offers day-of services. Prices upon request.
Sofia Crokos Events
16 W. 23rd St., nr. Fifth Ave., fourth fl.; 212-929-1076; sofiacrokos.comThis boutique firm offers a variety of services, including destination-wedding planning. Crokos started the company in 1998 and has since done customized, high-end nuptials all over the world. Her background in fashion and her passions for food, design, and travel all come into play to make each event unique and memorable. Prices upon request.
Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, LLC
31 E. 32nd St., nr. Park Ave., Ste. 601; 917-742-7449; sjsevents.comSpecializing in Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern weddings, Shah knows where to find the right Bollywood-style choreographers for the sangeet, henna artists for the mehndi party, and the groom’s horse or elephant for the barat—not to mention how to combine all three ceremonies into one (no easy feat). Prices range from $15,000 to $50,000; consultations are $200 per hour.
Soraya Weddings & Celebrations
275 Conover St., nr. Reed St., Red Hook; 646-256-3816; sorayajollon.comSoraya Jollon is well-suited to those seeking something out of the ordinary. To wit: For a couple who wed in the recreation hall of the groom’s childhood camp, Jollon covered the walls in burlap. One-third of her weddings are green. She is fluent in Spanish and conversant in Portuguese and French. Prices upon request. ecofriendly
State of the Art Enterprises
65 W. 55th St., at Fifth Ave., Ste. 6C; 212-317-1421; stateoftheartnyc.comOne of New York’s premier event planners, State of the Art produces vibrant, high-end weddings. For a Sundance destination affair, they branded the couple’s initials onto steaks, which were served from an authentic barbecue chuck wagon. Prices upon request.
Stellina Events
195 Garfield Pl., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 1-0, Park Slope; 917-744-7099; stellinaevents.comFounded by native New Yorker Amanda Diamondstein-Cieplinska ten years ago, Stellina Events plans local and destination weddings and honeymoons, as well as charity events (she’s done work for Microsoft and UNICEF, among others). For a high-profile couple married in Montreux, Switzerland, she arranged a ceremony at a cathedral overlooking Lake Geneva. Guests were then transported to the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace for cocktails and canapés under a tent in the gardens, followed by a reception in a grand ballroom. Full-service wedding planning starts at $11,000; day-of coordination at $2,500.
The Stern Group
29 Fifth Ave., nr. 10th St., third fl.; 646-861-2002; thesterngroup.netThe work of father-son team Michael and Dean Stern includes spectacular events around the world. Whether staged in archaeological sites, state-of-the-art buildings, formal gardens, or places of pure fantasy, their use of furniture, flowers, lighting, and space is an extraordinary feat of scene-setting. Prices upon request.
Susan Holland Events
80 DeKalb Ave., nr. Hudson Ave., Ste. 26E, Ft. Greene; 212-807-8892; susanholland.comWith understated elegance, Holland—who has been designing and coordinating events since the early eighties—uses light, layout, and location to delight her clients. Prices upon request.
Swank Productions, Inc.
231 W. 29th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 605; 212-643-3211; swankproductions.comLaunched by the success of her own reality-show wedding, Maya Kalman founded this full-service planning-and-design firm, which specializes in transforming empty spaces into dramatic environments. Clients include the Today show and W magazine. From $12,500 for full-service planning.
Toby Ellen Sarna Events
845-348-1957; tobyellensarna.comSarna is as adept at organizing large weddings as she is at intimate affairs. Most of her events are in Manhattan, but she can coordinate destination weddings too. From $18,000; week-of and day-of consulting starts from $4,000.
Van Vliet & Trap Event Design
158 W. 28th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-352-3385; vanvlietandtrap.comAs the Met’s in-house event designer, this firm specializes in grand-scale creations befitting the museum’s Great Hall. Remco van Vliet and his brother, Cas Trap, are third-generation florists from Holland whose experience in Europe and America manifests itself in a vast range of styles and techniques. Prices upon request.
Van Wyck & Van Wyck
224 W. 30th St., nr. Seventh Ave., thirteenth fl.; 212-675-8601; vanwyck.netBronson van Wyck honed his party-hosting skills coordinating receptions for diplomats at the American Embassy in Paris. He went into business with his mother and began hosting fêtes for the likes of the Clintons, Gores, and Bushes. Prices upon request.
Williams-Sossen Events
646-515-0164; williams-sossenevents.comA former Wall Streeter and an erstwhile lawyer formed this event company in 2004. They’ve since been featured on HGTV for their work with black-tie affairs, and they regularly plan everything from smart beach weddings to swank affairs at the city’s grandest venues. Prices for full-service planning upon request.
Zak Events
212-249-4000; zakevents.comZak Kunish does it all when it comes to wedding planning—he specializes in floral and event design, but also offers an array of stationery options and in-house calligraphy services. Prices upon request.
From the Winter 2011 New York Wedding Guide
- Creative Concepts NYC
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380 Lexington Avenue, 17th Floor New York, NY 10168 ; Tel: 646-308-1243 ; www.creativeconceptsnyc.com
Your wedding celebration is one of the most personal, exciting and important days of your life-a day you want to linger in your memories. CCNYC understands weddings and everything that makes them special.
- Floré Events
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Tel: 212-920-9534 ; www.floreevents.com
Combining impeccable service with expertise and creativity, the experienced and dedicated staff at Floré Events will help you plan your dream wedding and design picture-perfect moments to be cherished for a life-time.
- Housing Works Bookstore Café and The Works Catering
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126 Crosby Street New York, NY 10012 ; Tel: 212-334-3324 ; www.theworkscatering.com
From intimate family gatherings to sprawling galas, The Works is a non-profit catering and events firm that creates outstanding culinary experiences in an ambiance of style and taste.
- loli events
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New York, NY ; Tel: 914-659-1294 ; www.lolievents.com
Your wedding will be perfectly coordinated and memorable with owner Lauren's youthful can-do personality. loli events is simple, elegant, unique. Planning will feel like a walk in the park.
- Pat Glenn Productions
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121 Prospect Avenue Port Washington, NY 11777 ; Tel: 212-337-1911 ; www.patglennproductions.com
Pat and Glenn's vast experience in event planning, production and coordination ensures that each of our weddings is an outstanding success! Your events will be an unforgettable occasion and lifelong cherished memory.
- Rock Paper Scissors Events
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199 Lafayette Street, Suite 3B New York, NY 10012 ; Tel: 212-675-2202 ; www.rpscissors.com
We want your guests to leave your wedding having learned something about the two of you as a couple, and we accomplish that through thoughtful design details. RPS offers full event styling and hourly consulting.
- Shiraz Events
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161 W 22nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10011 ; Tel: 212-255-7001 ; www.shirazevents.com
Shiraz Events is a full service event design, planning, catering and model staffing company. With offices in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, Shiraz Events represents the modern fashion forward and sophistication of these cosmopolitan cities.
- Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, LLC
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31 East 32nd Street (between Park & Madison) New York, NY 10016 ; Tel: 917-742-7449 ; www.sjsevents.com
Absolutely the best of the best! Their firm specializes in Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern weddings and events. They have planned events in every type of venue from clients' homes to locations in Europe, Asia and the Caribbean.
- Sterling Affair
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575 Madison Avenue New York, NY ; Tel: 212-686-4075 ; sterlingaffair.com
Sterling Affair provides full service catering and event management. Food, atmosphere and style come together at one of our stunning locations or at the site of your choice…Exceeding the expectations of our clientele for over 20 years.
- The Wedding Sitter
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425 East 86th Street, #6B New York, NY 10028 ; Tel: 212-427-3616 ; www.theweddingsitter.com
Kimberly Pilson of The Wedding Sitter has provided day-of-wedding coordination services in The Hamptons for a decade, and will be on-site to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly.
- Weddings by Franc Ltd
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Woodview House, Duntahane Road Fermoy, County Cork, Ireland ; Tel: 00353 25 32005 ; www.weddingsbyfranc.com
Franc is Ireland's top internationally renowned couture wedding designer. He creates fun, unique, bespoke tailor-made weddings all over the world but his fairytale castle weddings in Ireland are legendary.
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20 West 64th Street, #21F New York, NY 10023 ; Tel: 646-515-0164 ; www.williams-sossenevents.com
With their Ivy League educations and fine living experiences, the husband and wife team of Sherri Williams and Lee Sossen work with smart and savvy clients seeking handcrafted, sophisticated events.
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