Page 2
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.
Shokofeh & Joseph
05.16.08 - Russo's on the Bay
Coordinator: Christine
There are certain things you think about doing for your wedding that you are just not sure about; a wedding coordinator tends to be one of those things. You think to yourself do you really need one, is it a frivolous use of money, and what can they really do.
My decision to hire Christine Viola from Exquisite Affaris was one of the best decisions I made in regards to my wedding. Above everything that Christine did, the most important thing she provided me with was peace of mind. No matter how organized and prepared you are, the wedding day is hectic and things will happen that are beyond your control.
Christine dealt with all the little fires, she coordinated and organized everyone, she made sure all the vendors showed up, that the bridal party everyone else stayed on schedule, and she handled all the last minute payments and tips. She is also a doll to have around. She's cool, calm and collected...nothing seems to faze her.
Christine was also a doll to work with during the wedding planning, she responds to all your emails in an astonishingly fast manner. She goes and above and beyond what she has to do.
Of all the Vendors I used she was definitely in my top 3 favorites. I can't recommend her enough or advice people to get a wedding coordinator for their weddings. With all the time and money you spent on your wedding day, you want to enjoy the show not be coordinating it or even worst handing of the headache to a family member or friend.
Kristina & Christopher
05.03.08 - The University Club
Coordinator: Christine & Tara / Products: Laurie
Simply put these ladies made my day what it was. They are meticulous, super organized, kind, funny and nothing falls off their radar. EVER. From the first time I met Christine Viola, I knew that she would be the one person who could I could rely on to make sure all those details, big and small, would be taken care of. As a result, the wedding was legendary for my family and friends--a month plus later guests are still RAVING about how fabulous it was. Hands down, without a doubt, hiring Christine was my best decision (next to marrying my husband!). Having her enabled me to enjoy evey single aspect of my wedding--not one moment was missed because of all her hard work. I was the most relaxed bride, hands down,--and for anyone who knows me that is totally contradictory to my daily persona!
My wedding was full of Christine touches--from the out of town bags, to her vision on how to tone down the flowered wallpaper in the ladies room that bothered my mom to no avail and helping in selecting elegant, but not overdone, flowers for the reception, just to name a few. She also enlisted Laurie, Exquisite's graphic designer, for the remainder of the paper goods, which were stunning. Not one detail was overlooked for my wedding--when I walked into the University Club's 7th floor, tears welled up. It was magical--from the flower arrangement that my guests saw upon exiting the elevator, to the rediculously gorgeous arrangement at the card table, to the overlays on the tables and the accompanying flower arrangements and placement of the menus and favors, and the set up of the outdoor patio, WOW. It was beyond the perfect dream wedding.
Christine was there for me from the moment I signed on as an Exquisite Bride. She held my hand through various 'dramas,' last minute changes and gave her honest opinion 1000% of the time. To say she went above and beyond is an extreme understatement--from managing sticky family situations, to meetings with the florist, walk throughs at the University Club, emails with bridesmaids and groomsmens' wives and managing 43 of us at the church rehersal, she did it all! I could ask her anything--she guided me on tips, dealt with situations I chickened out of, et. Not one member of our bridal party or immediate family was not on a first name basis with Christine and Tara. And we all LOVED THEM. I truly feel that I gained a friend, and my family a permanent event planner for the next
Vane & Chad
04.26.08 - Stage 6, Steiner Studios
Coordinator: Christine & Tara
Christine and her team did an amazing job for our wedding! They took care of all the things we didn't want to (like making a schedule, figuring out the limo situation, etc) and made the entire day stress free!
Chloe & Tadd
04.19.08 - Bubby's, Dumbo
Coordinator: Hollie
Thank you so much for making our wedding day a breeze! I can't imagine having gone through the day without you. It was so helpful and calming to know you were there. Everything worked out smoothly and we actually got to eat, drink, sit down, enjoy the wedding and not worry at all! I'd be happy to refer your services anytime.
Grace & Christopher
04.19.08 - Capitale
Coordinator: Christine & Tara / Products: Laurie
Christine was amazing through and through. She was so immediately available at all times and so supportive every step of the way. Christine treats her job like it is her personal mission to make everything run smoothly and perfectly. She is so detail oriented and made me think about all the details of the wedding prior to the big day so that everything ran exactly like I wanted it to. On the day of the wedding she did everything I asked for and more, all while staying low key and low profile. She is absolutely unbeatable, esp for the ridiculously low price. Whatever reservations you might have hiring a wedding coordinator, never fear. She will deliver far beyond your expectations. And finally, even after the wedding, and after the fee was paid and the tip was delivered, she still offered her full support in all the after-wedding ordeals that I encountered. I endorse her fully.
Photo by Danny Weiss
Jenny & Josiah
04.18.08 - The Fountainhead
Coordinator: Christine
I knew I wanted to book Christine as my DOC even before we met in person! Out of the numerous coordinators I contacted for my wedding, Christine was always the fastest to respond to all my questions, and also the nicest and most enthusiastic. And prices were unbeatable!
I was a wreck in the few months prior to my wedding, but as soon as we had our final meeting with Christine, I felt a huge load lift from my shoulders. She soon emailed me our wedding day timeline, and it would be an understatement to say that I was impressed...I thought I was anal about my lists, but this timeline put everything I've done in the past to shame!
We had a bunch of last-minute changes, families who do not speak English, and decisions that were made on the 11th hour. Christine took all this by stride and took care of EVERYTHING. She had backup plans for her backup plans...and even through her recommendations, she always made sure to let me know that this was my day, and I should do what makes me happy.
She was unobtrusive on the day of the wedding, seeming to disappear but appearing again as if by magic, right by my side, whenever I needed her. She dealt with all my vendors politely and they all praised her as well. My bridesmaids fell in love with her (as I told them they would) and while raiding the suitcase she carried around with her all day, they even joked, "Do you have unicorns in there?" because she really seemed to have everything you can possibly want or need!
I would recommend Christine and EAP in a heartbeat. She really helped make my wedding day stress-free and went above and beyond my expectations in everything she did. I love you Christine!
Jean & Shehan
03.29.08 - The Palm House, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
Coordinator: Christine
Exquisite Affairs Production: A++++++. One of my best decisions during the planning process was to hire Christine as my DOC. She was a rockstar from Day 1. Christine was always available to answer questions and to help wherever and whenever she could. My parents and husband loved working with her too. Every bride needs a friend like Christine on her wedding day!
Carrie & Michael
03.22.08 - The Metropolitan Building
Coordinator: Christine
Christine was incredible helpful on and before our wedding day. We felt calm and at ease knowing that the details of our most important day were in her very capable hands. She answered all of our questions in an incredibly timely manner. I cannot recommend her services enough.
Jeannine & Ronald
03.15.08 - Woodbury Country Club
Coordinator: Christine
Christine Viola was a tremendous help to me and my husband as well as our parents throughout our wedding day. Christine also assisted in a major way in the last weeks leading up to our wedding, when the stress was at an ultimate high. She responded to my countless emails and phone calls in record time, and really made sure that every "t" was crossed and every "i" was dotted. I highly recommend Christine Viola for day of coordinator!!!!
Amy & Chris
02.17.08 - The Water's Edge
Coordinator: Christine
I have only wonderful things to say about Christine and her company, Exquisite Affairs Productions. I hired Christine when I was cracking under the pressure and she really came to the rescue. In the initial stages of planning, I wasn't sure I'd have money in our budget for a D.O.C. Now, I consider it the best money I spent throughout the entire wedding planning process.
Upon meeting Christine, I was very impressed with how thorough and organized she was. She struck me as very on top of things and efficient. As the weeks passed, she did not disappoint. She was very responsive to my calls and emails, and went above and beyond the call of duty on more than one occasion. My out of town guests are still talking about the welcome poem and timeline that she made for my OOT bags, when I was too overwhelmed, busy and unfortunately sick to even know where to begin.
The day of the wedding, Christine arrived on time and was immediately taking charge of all the last minute issues that had inevitably arisen. She saved the day on more than once, as those "little things" didn't go exactly as planned.
As most people say, the night was a blur, but I do honestly believe that it was because of Christine that I was able to actually enjoy my wedding!!!
Photo by Kristine Foley
Tara & Matthew
02.09.08 - The Central Park Boathouse
Coordinator: Christine & Tara
Finding exquisite affairs was one of the best things I did! They helped me so much that day. I dont know what I would have done with out them. Tara managed all the buses that we had transporting guest and Christine did everything from sewing the bridesmaid dresses that broke to dealing with getting the gifts back to my hotel room. She knows what she is doing and how to handle every situation becasue she has done it so often.. and lets face it this is most brides first (and only time!) This honestly was the BEST money spend on the wedding. I would 100% advise any bride no matter your budget to use them!
Photo by Dan Saviano
Yesenia & Luis - TWOTY 2008
01.19.08 - The Venetian Yacht Club
Coordinator: Christine, Hollie & Tara
DOC
Exquisite Affairs Productions
The ladies of Exquisite Affairs Productions are just fabulous. Not only did we have Christine Viola, but we also had Hollie Pena Holmes and Tara Geremia - it was great because we got to see all of them in action and I can honestly say that no matter WHO you book from EAP, you will be so pleased. They were everywhere that day and made sure everything went right. We had a small issue with one of the bracelets being 2 inches too small – well, lo and behold, a little invisible string and Kristin (CuriousGeorge) was able to wear the lovely bracelet with no one being the wiser! They pinned up Rosella’s (MrsBartonToBe) dress in the back to make a bustle, they helped me go to the bathroom (yes I needed help! And Christine was SO sweet that I was surprisingly not embarrassed!). I mean, you name it and they did it. And all with a smile and a sincerity that made it pleasant to have them around. They definitely deserve an A+.
For more information about TWOTY: The Wedding of the Year