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Deanna & March
08.08.08 - Villa Lombardi's
Coordinator: Christine
Christine V from EAP is the absolute best! I booked her about 13 months before our wedding after hearing all the great reviews from other brides on a LI forum. I booked her to be my "Day Of Coordinator" because I wanted to plan everything myself, but have someone be there the day of my wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly. We kept in touch via e-mail and any time I had a question, Christine would be there to give me advice right away. She became more like a friend. She also coordinated my rehearsal dinner (which I really needed because of my huge bridal party). The day of my wedding, she pulled through like I knew she would... she took care of all the little things and the other annoyances (which I did not find out until after the wedding) so that me, my husband and our families could enjoy our special day. I highly recommend her!
Annie & Arthur
08.02.08 - The Manor
Coordinator: Tara
I cannot give enough praise about Tara! Tara was incredibly supportive and warm from the moment we met her. I was able to use her to bounce ideas and to ask for inspiration, get creative details for my wedding, and just talk. What a great, down-to-earth person is Tara. And what about her professionalism? Not only was she was very prompt in responding to my emails and questions, but she saved our butts!! Since she really thought about every major detail and knew the ins and outs of our wedding, she handed us a copy of our ceremony reading just moments before we were to start. The only time I got nervous during the entire day was just as I was about to walk down the aisle. That's certainly nothing that Tara can control! But she controlled everything else. I was worry-free as can be. This is simply due to Tara. On the wedding day, she ran up and down stairs to deliver hundreds of *things*, she set up my entire candy buffet and kept it filled the entire night, was in ten places at a time, and brought an entire suitcase of emergency supplies. You don't even want to know how many times we needed scissors that day! I certainly didn't anticipate it, but Tara did. She's a freaken pro! She even did my bustle because everyone had disappeared to cocktail hour after picture taking.
How would you like, on your wedding day, to have a friendly face tell you that everything is going great? And to look into that face and know that its true, because she is keeping it there? It's an amazing, freeing feeling. Seriously. Book Tara. Just for the peace of mind, for the organization skills and her keen attention to detail!
Jessie & Jonathan
08.02.08 - Battery Gardens
Coordinator: Christine
Christine is a ball of fire! She is organized, supportive, knowledgeable, and hilarious. She is reachable almost 24/7 by email. She gives great advice and comes up with solutions to the smallest issues. As a DOC, she has gone above and beyond. Christine created 2 floral proposals for me and even came with me to a florist meeting. She also came to the tasting to ensure the set-up goes smoothly with the venue. Christine went to bat for us to have the ceremony moved outdoors. She also oversaw the set-up of the entire ceremony and reception areas. Most importantly, she dealt with my family’s craziness as we got ready, had 2 separate tea ceremonies, took photos in Meatpacking, took photos at Battery Park, and changed into and out of my gowns/shoes/jewelry 3 times. Plus she helped my aunt and my cousin find needle and thread for a dress emergency. I firmly believe every bride should have Christine in her corner on the day of her wedding.
How would you like, on your wedding day, to have a friendly face tell you that everything is going great? And to look into that face and know that its true, because she is keeping it there? It's an amazing, freeing feeling. Seriously. Book Tara. Just for the peace of mind, for the organization skills and her keen attention to detail!
Kerry & Mike
07.13.08 - The Westbury Manor
Coordinator: Hollie
I just want to say that Hollie from EAP is the best!!! I basically had everything done by the time I had hired Hollie to be my DOC for my July 13th wedding. When we first met she went over everything with me, my husband and mother. I couldn’t believe how much she would take care of the day of. When my day came Hollie was amazing!! She took everything to the church to set up. She made sure I ate and was calm. She made sure everything went smoothly. Even when one of the groomsmen’s hems fell out of his pants Hollie sewed it up for him. She made sure everything was packed up before she left for the night. She truly made our day even more special because we didn’t have to worry about the little thing. That’s what she was there for.
I would recommend her to anyone! She is Amazing!!!
Alyssa & Rob
07.12.08 - The Vineyard Caterers
Coordinator: Christine
Absolutely unbelievable! It was such a relief to have Christine there that day. She handled every little annoying detail/issue that came up so that I didn't have to. She was friendly and everyone loved having her there. Christine was a pleasure to work with!
Jessica & Steve
07.11.08 - Floral Terrace
Coordinator: Christine
DOC- Christine Viola from EAP- A
Christine was a doll, it was like having a friend there with you on your wedding day. 2 weeks before the wedding I met with Christine and went over EVERY detail of my wedding. She called my vendors to confirm and go over everything we talked about. She helped me with tipping amounts and really put me at ease at a stressful time. The day of the wedding she arrived at my moms house and immediately started haelping my girls get dresses and helping putting out all the food my mom ordered and even clean it up. She put my dress on for me and then went to the church to check on everything there and put the flowers on all the guys. When we got to the beach for pics she held my train up the entire time, I almost felt bad b/c I felt like she was my slave but I know thats what her job is and what I payed her for. I would definetly recommend Christine she was great.
Rachel & Dan
07.06.08 - Grand Prospect Hall
Coordinator: Tara
From the moment I signed on with Tara, I felt like I was in good hands. She was able to convey excitement about my event while remaining calm and level-headed throughout my planning process - when she answered all questions, through the final moments of my wedding reception - when she made sure all the loose ends were taken care of.
She was always professional and warm, even in the face of the chaos that it turns out a bridal suite can encourage. We almost stumped her with a request for rubbing alcohol for a new set of earrings but she dove into her bag of tricks and emerged with exactly what we needed - an antiseptic first aid towelette! She was on top of everything without ever being intrusive, and extremely responsive in the face of another vendor with less wedding experience. Her attitude is the perfect combination of "yes, we can do that" and "we can do that, but it would probably make your life easier if we did it sightly differently."
The only thing I might have done differently if I'd known 18 months ago what I know today is book Tara and EAP for the complete wedding planning package, instead of just day-of coordination! From what I know of her, and of Danielle, who I met the day of my wedding when she cheerfully and expertly set up our centerpieces in about half the time we thought it would take, I would highly recommend anyone planning a wedding sign up with these extremely competent, completely easy to work with women.
Sandy & Roody
07.06.08 - Sand Castle Caterers
Coordinator: Christine / Products: Laurie
I went with EAP for my wedding invitations and for their wedding coordination services. I wanted our wedding invitation to be really special and Laurie helped us to achieve this goal. I could not have been more pleased with the quality and overall style of Laurie's work. Her work is simply impeccable. As for Christine, what a sweetheart. I can't begin to thank her enough for all that she did the day of the wedding and everything before. She did everything to make it perfect: even getting scoopers at the last minute for our candy bar.
In short, EAP is the precise mixture of command, sophistication, and elegance.
Angie & Kevin
07.05.08 - Private Estate, NJ
Coordinators: Christine & Qiana
Christine was extremely critical on my wedding day as a DOC. Even though I hired her with two weeks to my wedding, she jumped on board right away and caught on with a huge and complicated at home wedding. I don't know what I would have done had she not been there to think of everything that I was too overwhelmed to think of. Best of all, I had a glorious time on my wedding day and didn't have to worry that everything was happening the way it was supposed to- because Christine was all over that and it was. Very happy that we went with EAP and highly recommend their services.
Andrea & Garrett
07.04.08 - Russo's on the Bay
Coordinator: Tara
Tara was an UNBELIEVABLE Day of Coordinator. I only hired her for one day, yet from the night I booked her, she was available non-stop for me. We kept in contact via e-mail and she was constantly checking up on me and making sure everything was running smoothly. This was not included in our contract by the way, Tara is just an amazing person!!
On the day of my wedding Tara arrived right on time with her "bag of tricks" as my bridesmaids called it. She was on the ball with everything from makeup to hair to flowers to limos....you name it and she was on IT!! My family was so impressed with her services. They all laughed at me when I said I hired a DOC, but after they met Tara and watched her work her magic, they were blown away. My husband and I were blown away as well. I feel like she is one of my friends now, and I was so lucky she was there to share our day.
Barbara & Kenny
06.29.08 - Temple Avodah
Coordinator: Tara
Tara was great to work with and my (now) husband and I were very glad we booked her DOC services, and would definitely recommend her to others.
She was great in being flexible to meet with me, as I was an "out of town" bride, so i had to make my appointments around my other wedding appointments.
Our wedding had gotten to be bigger than expected and she made me feel at ease with all the overwhelming feelings i was having. I am glad I decided to hire a day of coordinator. Even though the caterer apparently had "their people" to take care of me, i am glad I had someone, Tara, to look over everyone else (including all the other vendors, and, also me.) She was on the ball overseeing everything and it was nice not having to worry about the little things on such an important day. And it was nice to have someone keeping track of time - as it seemed to go so fast! She also picked up the bouquets on the way to meet us getting ready in the morning, which was a HUGE help for the day!
The only thing I wish we had done different is perhaps get some pointers on "working the room" so to speak. As time passed during the course of the reception, i felt like we werent getting around to say hello to everyone. Not that that was her fault, I just wish I had thought to ask how to manage the time going around to all the tables and speaking to everyone.
But it was a magical day and I have many beautiful photos to prove it. Everyone is smiling in each and every one.
thank you...
Malinda & John
06.22.08 - Carlyle on the Green
Coordinator: Christine
As soon as Christine and I began communicating I knew hiring her company was a good idea. I knew that my personality required me to have someone with me on the day of the wedding that 1) I was comfortable with, and, 2) cared enough to get any job done. I needed my day-of-coordinator to be my eyes and organizer and Christine did this and more.
Christine was always one step ahead and took the initiative to take care of things. Christine managed the entire bridal party and all the vendors and did so with such ease. You can tell Christine enjoys her job...and she does it really well!! EAP was surely one of my favorite vendors and I am very happy that my husband and I decided to book the company. In my final pre-wedding days I was crazed and Christine put me at ease and even made me laugh when I really needed it.
Karen & George
06.21.08 - The Bryant Park Grill
Coordinator: Christine
Christine was absolutely amazing! She is professional, responsive and ready to assist in any manner possible to make your day a memorable one. During the planning process, she recommended vendors, advised me on timing/planning issues and provided all around support. On the day of our wedding, her calm presence allowed us to enjoy our day and spend time with our families and friends. I have nothing but the highest praise for her and Exquisite Affairs Productions Inc.
Janet & Frank
05.31.08 - The Pratt Mansion
Coordinator: Christine / Products: Laurie
Christine and her team are a must for every bride. No matter how organized or knowledgeable you are about events and logistics, there is nothing as important as your wedding day, and the number of details that need to be attended to in order for the day to go well should not be underestimated. You cannot enjoy your wedding day without a planner and you will be thrilled with your day if Christine is your coordinator.
Despite a torrential thunderstorm a half hour before our wedding ceremony, EVERY detail of our wedding was executed beautifully and Christine's professionalism, calm and skills drew praise from our wedding party, priest and various vendors. She is an absolute pro and a complete delight to work with. A plus service, all too rare in New York City!
Jennifer & Rolando
05.25.08 - The Coral House
Coordinator: Christine
Christine from EAP (DOC)- A+
I knew right away when I started planning that I would need someone to make sure everything was done right on my day so I wouldn’t have to worry about it and that’s exactly what Christine did. She was amazing. I met and booked her back in the beginning of ‘07 and she was nothing but a huge help from that day. She was just starting out when I met her and I cant believe how much EAP has grown since then. The best thing about using Christine and EAP was that they already worked with most of my vendors so they all had great relationships and worked well together. On the day of Christine came on time and was active from the get go. I didn’t stress about a thing. She was all over the place making sure everything was just right. She even kept a few things from me that would stress me out like my limo that was late. I didn’t find out until a replacement car was sent on time. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone.