Little Black Book Events

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Introduction: There are no do-overs in this business. We take what we do very seriously because we want our clients to have the best memories. You invested time and money into one day and we are like an insurance plan to protect your investment and execute your plan. I enjoy working with clients to form their vision for their event. The best part is when they are able to enjoy the day and be present. We are your right-hand team so you have the peace of mind you need to enjoy your special day.

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Hired 15 times

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11 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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Exceptional 5.0

14 reviews

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Amy L.

Jul 30, 2017

Hired on Thumbtack

Vanessa was an absolute godsend and we could not have gotten through the day without here. Though my husband and I were determined to DIY everything for outlet wedding, we later realized we needed someone to tie everything together and keep things moving on the day of. She coordinated with all of our vendors ahead of time, and participated in the wedding rehearsal. On the day of the wedding, a makeup emergency put us about 30 minutes behind schedule. Despite our panic, Vanessa kept everything calmed and controlled and got us all caught up. We absolutely could not have done this without her and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone needing a wedding coordinator!

Wedding Planning

Cheryl W.

Sep 25, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

Vanessa's candy buffet was the hit of the wedding reception, my husband said the candy buffet line was longer than the liquor line...not only did she help put my NFL house divided theme into play, she had little football signs on the candy dishes, the fairy lights brightened the table, she provided a layout to let you see what the table will look like beforehand (professional) and everyone loved it. She comes highly recommended and I will use her again for my family reunion event in the near future.

Details: Wedding • No specific theme • 101 - 150 guests

Candy Buffet Services

Brittne N.

May 19, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

There is no way I could have pulled of IN FOUR MONTHS a two-day, multicultural, out of state, wedding without Vanessa! She was organized, kept everything on schedule so there were no hiccups, was able to refer vendors, and was super responsive! Bringing Vanessa on-board was one of the best decisions I made about the wedding.

Details: Wedding rehearsal • Wedding ceremony • Wedding reception • Full service planning (start to finish help) • Wedding design (color palette, "look and feel") • Venue selection • Vendor selection • Day-of wedding coordination • Vendor coordination (contracts, payments, etc.) • Invitations and RSVP management • Decor rentals • 101 - 150 guests • No specific theme • $1,800 - $2,000 • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the wedding planner

Wedding Planning

Chris F.

Sep 30, 2017

When my now wife and I set out to plan our wedding, we were one of those couples who thought hiring a planner was unnecessary. We had roughly 6 months to pull it off. We fancy ourselves as reasonably intelligent and financially responsible people and we thought that was plenty of time. Fast forward 4 months. The stress began to mount and panic had set in. Our budget is dwindling. We broke down and decided to hire a day-of coordinator. Better late than never, but who do we call? Every one we spoke to was either way too expensive or not the right fit personality wise. Thanks to Thumbtack, we found Vanessa. We are incredibly happy we did and we couldn't have pulled off our awesome wedding without her. Here's just a few of the reasons why: 1) Attitude - She has the PERFECT demeanor for event planning. She kept us on track, but was never pushy. Very personable and easy to talk to. Every time we spoke to her we felt both at ease and motivated to check more off of our list. 2) Creativity - Simply put she has great ideas. Whether it was decor, logistics, floor planning, etc., she listened to our inputs (which weren't always in lockstep - welcome to married life) but put here own spin on things. Our wedding was weeks ago and we still are getting comments on how beautiful everything was. 3) Contacts - Vanessa made great recommendations for vendors, and didn't do so based on any kickbacks or financial gain to herself. In fact, we had one vendor who was somewhat flaky that we had already booked. She was able to line up a "just in case" vendor for us. 4) Organization - Nothing fell through the cracks and she thought of small details we didn't have the capacity to (because we were too busy being crazy pants). 5) Value - She is worth every penny and I would argue she is a bargain for the service she provides. This is especially in comparison to other planners out there. If you need help planning an event, not just a wedding, we highly suggest you reach out to Vanessa @ Little Black Book. You absolutely will not regret it.

Rebekah K.

Dec 17, 2015

We had done a lot of the planning ourselves, but several weeks before the wedding we thought it would be a good idea to get a day-of planner. Hiring Vanessa Young at Little Black Book Events is one of the best decisions we made. Vanessa is fantastic. At our first meeting, she opened our eyes to lots of details we had not considered and picked right up with coordinating our vendors after signing on. After another meeting, a phone call and tons of emails -- we were all set. Vanessa handled all the details on the big day and put us completely at ease. She was organized and in control without being bossy or uptight. Our other vendors said it was very easy working with her. She gave us the comfort we needed to let go of the details and enjoy the wedding. As a bonus, she found us a designer 10 days before the wedding to handle printing the programs at a good price. Hire Vanessa Young and you won't regret it. She made our lives, and our wedding, much easier.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Consulting Hour - $150 Wedding Day Management Services - $2,500 Partial Planning - $5,500 Comprehensive Planning - Starts at $8,500 We do offer customizable packages.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When I have an interested client I like to start with a phone conversation to better understand their needs. Once that is completed, I offer an opportunity to meet in person and referrals from past clients.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from the Events Management program at George Washington University.

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