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About
Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Socialite by Design brings exceptional events to life throughout New England. As a full-service event firm, we make planning easier by offering everything you need under one roof.
Our services includes event planning and coordination, custom design and production, a large rental inventory, draping, lighting, professional waitstaff, and bartending services.
From intimate celebrations to large-scale events, our full-service approach makes us a true one-stop shop and the behind-the-scenes secret weapon for your unforgettable event.
Let us create an event your guests will remember forever.
Minimum Budget: $4,000
Overview
Hired 99 times
Serves Needham, MA
Background checked
20 employees
7 years in business
Business hours
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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
2023
Services offered
Event type
Wedding ceremony / reception
Birthday party
Corporate event
Baby / bridal shower
Event decorating services
Design consultation
Event decor rental
Decor setup
Decor teardown and disposal
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
101 reviews
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Elyssa M.
Apr 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ionica was amazing to work with! She is warm, friendly, approachable and puts her heart and soul into her work! I enjoyed working together on my wedding as we created a timeline and structured the events of the wedding. Ionica met with me and my husband to tour the venue. She worked seamlessly with me and all other vendors to ensure a smooth process before and during the wedding! I would highly recommend her and her team for day of coordination services! She also does great work with couples for designing and staffing events as well!
Details: 50 guests or fewer • DJ • Venue • Musician • Florist • Makeup artist / hair stylist • Photographer • Guest accomodation coordination
Socialite By Design's reply
Hi Elyssa,
Thank you so much for taking your time to write this lovely review and feedback about our services. We LOVED working with you and your family and we wish you a beautiful new chapter!
Wedding Coordination
Kenya C.
Dec 17, 2025
Socialite by Design was great to work with for our company holiday party. We had a tight bugdet but they made it work and still manage to make the venu look amazing. We got so many compliments from staff on how great the decor was and they really felt like they were walking into a Winter Wonderland. Communication was great and responsive to all of our needs and questions. thank you
Socialite By Design's reply
Hi Kenya,
Thank you so much for the kind words! We loved working with you and are so happy to hear the Winter Wonderland décor was a hit with your team. It was a pleasure bringing your vision to life while staying within budget!!
We truly appreciate your trust in Socialite by Design and hope to work together again soon. Happy Holidays!
Best,
Kylie & Socialite by Design Team
Indu S.
May 26, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
For our daughter's wedding ceremony, it was a genuine pleasure working with Ionica! She came up with beautiful designs for both ceremonies ie Indian which was celebrated in our backyard and the reception which will be held later this year at a beautiful venue.
Ionica was great in incorporating our wishes in her designs and her team was extremely friendly and efficient!
We recommend Ionica and her team wholeheartedly.
Amazing. Thankyou so much for taking your time to write us this review and for allowing us to provide you with our services. We LOVED working with you and your family and we look forward to the reception!
Wedding and Event Decorating
Agbai I.
Apr 29, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ionica was just an awesome decorator. She was prompt in her responses and asked thought provoking questions to make the day memorable. She made it a personal responsibility to make sure that every detail was addressed. Her and her team were professional and punctual. I’ll never forget April 28th, and they’re a big reason why! 5/5 for sure.
Details: 25 guests or fewer • Design consultation
Socialite By Design's reply
Hi Agbai,
What a beautiful couple and beautiful proposal! We loved working with you and we wish you and your fiancée a lifetime full of happiness!
Wedding and Event Decorating
May T.
Sep 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ionica was absolutely amazing to work with! She truly has a gift for making magic happen—even when time is limited. Her ability to see the vision for your event and provide thoughtful, personalized guidance is unmatched. Ionica took the time to understand what I wanted and made sure every detail reflected that.
Her team was just as incredible— going above and beyond to ensure everything was perfectly in place. Their professionalism, creativity, and dedication made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for someone who will treat your event as if it were their own, look no further. Ionica and her team are simply the best!
Details: Corporate event • 26 - 50 guests • Full service planning (start to finish help) • Cleanup • Setup • Day-of coordination • Decor rental • Floral services • Bartending • Wait staff • Chairs • Tables • Tablecloths • Tents • Centerpiece(s) • Lighting • Less than one month • My home, venue, etc.
Socialite By Design's reply
Hi May,
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review! It truly means the world to us to hear that you felt supported, understood, and confident throughout the process. Bringing your vision to life was an absolute pleasure, and we are so grateful for your trust!
Thank you again for your thoughtful words, it was an honor to be part of your event. We hope to work together again soon!
Best,
Ionica & Socialite by Design Team
Event Planning
Credentials
Background Check
Ionica Brito Brito
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It will be discussed on the first call.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A. Client reaches out via website, phone call or in person.
B. Event Manager schedules a call to discuss services with client.
C. Clients agrees to proceed with contract.
D. Event Manager sends a term contract to client.
E. Client accepts services on the contract and submits the deposit
F. Event Manager begins to reach out to vendors and prepare for the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Masters in Public health, Bachelor’s in Business Management, certified as a wedding Planner/Designer by the Wedding MBA Association and over 15 years of project management, organizational and planning skills.