Soirees By Lauren, LLC Reviews
Reviews
4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
140 Reviews
97% recommend it
Awards
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Kelly B. Sent on 07/07/2024A Must-Have Coordiator
Ashley Fussell was my month-of coordinator for my wedding at the Chrysler Museum of Art this past June. She and her team were simply incredible. Timely, responsive, calm, and above all, professional. Here are just a few examples of Soirees by Lauren's above-and-beyond work:
1. An hour before the ceremony, the zippers on 2 of my bridesmaids' dresses popped open exposing their undergarments. There was no resetting the track -- they were unzippable. I texted Ashley and within minutes she and her assistant were in the dressing room with a needle and matching thread, sewing my bridesmaids into their gowns -- No problem.
2. During one of the reception speeches, the groomsman tossed all his notecards behind him, scattering them about the dance floor, and Ashley discreetly picked them all up after he was finished. It may sound minor, but to us, this was very professional and kind of her to do to make sure the area stayed pristine and no one slipped on a notecard.
3. Ashley handled EVERY practical issue on the wedding weekend including dispersing all my tips for me, assisting all my family members who brought desserts for our dessert table, keeping track of every item that someone brought that needed to be returned, the wedding parties personal items left in the dressing rooms, and the list goes on. She also packed my car with all the leftover food, cake, desserts, and any other items that were not claimed the night of the wedding while I enjoyed myself right up until the last minute.
4. And of course, Ashley and her team handled all communication with and direction of every one of my vendors on the wedding day, including parking, vendor meals, set up, tear down, timelines, and expectations.
5. Lastly, Ashley was so relaxed and level-headed about all things wedding -- which made a significant impact on the vibe in the dressing rooms & during portraits. I could not imagine working with a coordinator who wasn't as calming or zen.
Because Ashley and her team were SO reliable, SO professional, and SO driven to make my wedding perfect -- I was able to sit back, relax, and actually enjoy my day. No worrying. No wondering where things are. No concerns over vendors understanding the assignment...This is the biggest reason I recommend her to any couple. You won't regret it.
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Karen Sent on 06/28/2022Did An Amazing Job
Ashely, Taylor, and team thank you all so much everything was amazing! Every detail of my vision came to life and our wedding day coordination was simply amazing. Communication and coordination with vendors and guests went well was great and the overall turnout was awesome. I would highly recommend this company! -
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Hannah Sent on 07/19/2022A Perfect Experience
Taylor was our day-of coordinator for our wedding, and she was amazing. She responded to all of my texts and emails promptly from the very beginning to the end, and on the day of the wedding, she made sure that everything ran perfectly smoothly. My goal was to not have to worry about anything on that day, and she really helped get me there. She had such positive vibes that really kept me and the rest of the bridal party at ease and having a good time. If you're looking for an affordable, experienced coordinator who will contact all your vendors, plan your timeline, and take care of every tiny detail so you don't have to, this is a great vendor to hire. -
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Molly R. Sent on 06/11/2022Ashley is the BEST!! 1000/10
Our wedding day was an absolute dream and that was thanks in many part to Ashley!! A big storm was coming through around the time of our wedding and Ashley made sure that we were comfortable with every plan along the way (and with a little of her magic there was no rain!). Ashley has her stuff TOGETHER! Our crowd is a bit rowdy and she kept us all on track for the rehearsal. I can honestly say before looking for a planner/coordinator, we were unsure how much help it would really be especially because I tend to be pretty organized but oh my goodness our day could not have come together without her. Her prices were incredibly reasonable for how much help she gave. We really got to enjoy the days leading up to and the day of our wedding which would not have happened without someone external making sure everything went smoothly! Pretty close to our wedding, we decided we needed to offer shuttles for our guests and Ashley got on it, communicating with my husband’s mom, and the service we used just raved about her. It was really really nice for us that the majority of our vendors have worked with her before, even ones from RVA, and they all love her too! She responds SO quickly and never made me feel like my questions or opinions were unimportant. We found out later that we were the first of a triple header weekend for her and she always made us feel like we had all of her attention. She even bustled my dress in time for our dances. She is a ROCKSTAR! We could not recommend her more! With so much love, Molly and Ben!
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Emily G. Sent on 11/06/2021#mostawesomeweddingplannerever
Ashley made the most special day of our lives more memorable and enjoyable than we could have possibly imagined. Calm, cool and collected, she ensured that we remained confident and relaxed all day. We can’t thank her enough for her flexibility and kindness. If you’re reading this, please do not make the mistake of choosing anyone else to plan your special day. We write this with forever grateful hearts. -
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Abby M. Sent on 10/07/2021Perfect, stress free wedding day!!!
OMG. I cannot imagine how we ever would have pulled off our dream wedding day without Ashley. She was VERY responsive, and seemed to always be one step ahead anticipating every need or question I had. She proactively coordinating with all of our other wedding vendors, and it was like she was somehow everywhere at the same time. Like, how does she even do that? It's amazing. I felt so at ease like everything was being taken care of on my wedding day, which made it that much more enjoyable and memorable. I highly recommend Soirees by Lauren to anyone planning an event. THANK YOU so much for a perfect wedding day!!! -
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Alyssa H. Sent on 06/30/2021Ashley is the BEST
Ashley was hands down, the BEST wedding coordinator we could have possibly hired! Prior to COVID and postponing our wedding due to COVID, Ashley was always a phone call, email, or text away for any guidance we needed. Any questions I had, she had answers and her responsiveness was superb. She made us feel like our wedding day expectations were hers and she made sure every little detail on our wedding day went smoothly and perfectly. No matter the difficulty, she made anything I ask happen and exceeded all expectations. Ashley is a BOSS and I couldn't have asked or wished for anyone better. -
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Cayleen Sent on 04/18/2021Such an easy day!
Our day was so special and made so easy thanks to Ashley and Courtney! They were so attentive to our needs and were on it all night. They loaded up our cars when they broke down at the end of the night so we could just enjoy our time with our friends and family. We’re so grateful for them! -
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Mindy B. Sent on 11/30/2020I couldn’t have done it without them
The ladies of Soirees by Lauren are AMAZING! They took my relatively bland decorations and turned the reception space into a dream.
Taylor was fantastic to work with and she made sure to check on me and worked throughout the day to keep things as calm and smooth as possible. And when things did pop up, Taylor calmly and swiftly handled the situation.
I honestly don’t think I would have made it through the day without their help. -
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Alexander J. Sent on 09/03/2020All my Thanks
Ashley, I seriously cannot thank you enough for helping me with my wedding in July. She was so incredibly knowledgeable and professional and most importantly, I always felt she had my back. I can't tell you the amount of stress she took away from me leading up to and on the day of. She was so responsive, and always had or quickly got any answer for me. The day went so smoothly, and I didn't have to think about the transitions or how it would happen, because I'd blink and it would already be done. If you are even sort of thinking about it, absolutely get a planner and without a doubt it should be Soirees by Lauren. -
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Meghan H. Sent on 09/21/2021Couldn't have done it without this team
My now husband and I hired Jenna to be our day of coordinator and boy am I glad we did! I honestly don't know if we would've made through the day without her! She was there for me through everything. She sent detailed google docs to help me with budgeting, organizing, contracts, details, checklists, you name it. She even brought me Starbucks the morning of! She made every last detail of my day really come together and helped me stay calm through everything! If I could hire her over and over again I would!! -
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Kylie R. Sent on 12/10/2019Soirees by Lauren- Ashley Fussell
I just got married this past weekend and I cannot recommend Ashley enough. She took away all the stress I was carrying and handled every little detail for me. Everything from the early stages of planning, to day of coordination, she made everything so much easier for me, and I can’t imagine our big day without her. She is thorough, timely, kind, and professional. She was a quick email or phone call away whenever I needed her, and knowing my wedding day was in her hands gave me so much comfort. -
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Erin Sent on 11/21/2019Wedding coordinator
Ashley was perfect. I could not have done my day without her. If you are considering getting a wedding coordinator, DO IT and book HER. She is amazing. The day could not have gone smoother, Ashely was so organized and had everything perfect and exactly how we pictured it. All I and my family/friends had to do was enjoy the day and night and that is all thanks to her. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone!! -
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Nicole Sent on 12/08/2019So worth it!
OMG, I had two day of wedding coordinators and they were PHENOMENAL. They handled everything and I would have been such a wreck without them! They even saved my husband and I plates for dinner so we could eat and they put away the first tier of our wedding cake! Throughout the entire night they were so supportive and would address any needs that I had. I could not recommend them enough! Please, PLEASE get at least a day of wedding coordinator and make sure they're from Soirees by Lauren! -
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Mary M. Sent on 07/02/2019
Loved working with Ashley & Team
From day one Ashley was so fun and easy to work with. She took the stress out of wedding planning and made my planning experience enjoyable! Being an out of town bride I really needed a planner to help me, and get everything organized, and Ashley did exactly that. She is extremely professional and always responds in a timely fashion. Also, shout out to Brookelin who was there day of my wedding to coordinate everything, she did an amazing job! Ashley’s team really does take care of you and most importantly makes your day stress free so you can enjoy it! -
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Alison Sent on 05/16/2019
Simply Amazing
There is no way in a million years I could've made it through without Ashley and still been sane at the end. She provided such wonderful support to me even leading up to the wedding, which some coordinators won't do without a fee. My event was going to be a little bit tricky and she came overstaffed and made everything go off without a hitch. And the girls she brought with her, i loved them. I didn't have to worry about a THING but getting ready. I worried about absolutely nothing. She kept all of us on time and it was perfect. We talked so much before the wedding when she showed up to the rehearsal I felt like I already knew her and we were besties. I would hire her over and over and over again. -
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Sarah C. Sent on 09/19/2019Wedding Day Lifesavers!
The ladies of Soirees by Lauren are amazing! We hired them for Day Of and from beginning to end, they handled everything for our wedding day - even things I didn't even know I needed! Every time I turned around, someone was there to ask if I needed anything and to coordinate my vendors. I didn't have to think about anything the whole night! Their price is reasonable and I'm so grateful I had them by my side. I would highly recommend! -
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