L.P.'s reviews

Elaine did both my makeup and hair for the wedding, and I couldn't be more pleased! She has been making brides beautiful for years, and based on her extensive experience, she gave useful tips and suggestions during the consultation/trial. I tried another artist twice and was really disappointed. Then I went to Elaine, and I knew I had to book her. My makeup stay put over the 12-hour span, and I cried during the ceremony and the reception. It was major waterworks! She showed up early to our appointment, and I was the first one to be ready. I highly recommend Elaine if you're looking for a beauty artist for your wedding.

I give her 4 stars only because my sisters did not like their hair by Nicole (Elaine's assistant), but they were happy with the makeup.

I was a little disappointed at the flowers from Commerce Flowers. The centerpieces were not like the sample shown to us. The sample was full of honeycomb dahlias than the actual centerpieces, which were filled almost half by hydrangea. I also asked for a dome shape, but it came out all flat. However, all other floral arrangements (altar pieces, floral clusters on the arbor, sweetheart table and cake table) are beautiful. My bridal bouquet was gorgeous, but they forgot to put rhinestones on the satin wrap.

I can't really complain though because their price can't be beat! I talked to 4 other florists, and no one could meet Commerce Flowers' price. They offered to add 3 more feet of flowers on the arbor for only $25 more!! I loved working with Eddie even though it was a bit hard to get in touch with him. Overall, I'm happy with our flowers and the price we paid for them.

Caroline Chang of Serenity Events had to be my favorite vendor! Our wedding was stress-free because of Caroline and her team. Her organizational skills are top-notch. She prepared everything down to the little details. As long as you follow her bi-monthly checklist, you'll have everything ready for your wedding and no last-minute rush. We had the last few days before the wedding to just relax and be with family. And if you're a "list" person like I am, you'll love Caroline's setup sheets!

Also, Caroline is great at guiding what you need to do during the ceremony. One of our friends got married one month before we did, and she was there at the wedding rehearsal. After seeing Caroline work, she said to me that she wished she had someone like that to guide her for her own wedding. Caroline's attention to details made our wedding day perfect. And it's a big bonus that she's super nice.

People kept telling me when I started planning the wedding that hiring a good wedding coordinator is the best investment, and now that I had my wedding, I completely agree. Caroline is worth every penny!