Lavender & Rye Events

eline and important details, communicated effectively with other vendors, and demonstrated flexibility to complete unexpected last minute tasks. I had a very positive experience with her and highly recommend using her services for any event! She was fantastic! 

eccable - clear, timely, and reassuring every step of the way. No matter what stage of the planning process we were in, she made sure we knew exactly what needed to be done and when, which made everything feel manageable and even enjoyable. What truly sets Marissa apart is the experience she creates on the wedding day itself. She told us ahead of time that all we would need to do was wake up and say “I do” - and she delivered on that promise. Having been married before, I remember my first wedding being a blur. This time was entirely different. Marissa took care of everything. Because of her, we were able to be fully present - actually enjoying the evening, our guests, and most importantly, each other. The night felt calm, joyful, and seamless, and that is 100% because of her expertise and care. If you are even thinking about hiring a wedding planner, stop searching and hire Marissa. I would recommend her 1000% without hesitation. She is professional, kind, organized, and an absolute master at what she does. Our wedding day was perfect because of her, and we will be forever grateful.

and coordination, Marissa was a steady, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive presence. She knows exactly what questions to ask, when to ask them, and how to guide couples through the process in a way that feels organized rather than overwhelming. Having been married before, I knew firsthand how stressful wedding planning can be; we ultimately eloped the first time because of the anxiety. This time around, we were very intentional about getting help early, and hiring Marissa was one of the best decisions we made. There are countless details to manage, decisions to make, and vendors to coordinate, and Marissa handled all of it with calm confidence. On our wedding day, she oversaw every last detail flawlessly...right down to helping us load leftover wedding cake into the car. Because of her, the day ran smoothly from start to finish, and we were truly able to be present and enjoy the moment. We are endlessly grateful for Marissa’s expertise, dedication, and care. She made our wedding day not only possible, but joyful and stress-free. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

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for the bride and groom to make sure all of their wishes are being met, and she fiercely protected us from having to deal with the day-of-wedding issues that inevitably arise. She's like the friend everyone deserves to have on their wedding day and the vendor you're so glad you ended up choosing. Thanks Marissa! 

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he Bride & Bridesmaids at the hotel to ensure they left on time, she helped decorate the venue with of our personal touches. She herded cats (the groomsmen), ensured the reception activities all happened as planned, and she even helped us pack up at the end of it all. Hiring Marissa is the best investment I made in the wedding budget! I was able to comfortably and confidently turn everything over to Marissa on the Wedding Day allowing me to be the MOH and not a chicken with my head cut off. Thank you Marissa!!!

es with such a big event. On our special day, you made everything feel just right, exactly as I had envisioned. Your dedication and care meant the world to us, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you did. You not only helped everything run smoothly, but you also made the day so enjoyable for us. Thank you for making our wedding unforgettable and for being such a wonderful coordinator. We appreciate you more than words can express. ❤️

but decided just a couple months before to look for someone. Marissa answered the call and was fantastic to have for the day-of. She made sure that the timeline flowed without any issues and took all our stress away, ensuring that we were able to enjoy OUR day. Definitely worth every doubloon!

anyone who is getting married, who feels as though they know what they are doing or not since she has been an incredible help through it all and has been a joy to be around.

e did great meeting with vendors for us day of, setting up decor, helping us find the right vendor for us & much more! I couldn’t have asked for anyone better, she did an outstanding job!

ered all of our questions. It was a great help to know she was there to meet the vendors, and be sure that everyone was set up while we were at the wedding. She handled all of the little things like lighting candles, greeting guests, making sure bride and groom had their meal, ushering guests to buffet line and taking care of tips at nights end. She also kept us on schedule so that we would be out of the venue at the agreed-upon time. She helped pack up and get everything to cars before leaving which was a very big help to a tired mother of the bride! She was a big help and it was a great night!

y overall vision and what would happen day of. When the big day came and there were things discussed multiple times on multiple occasions that i noticed were not set up. Because of this there was no unity ceremony, hardly anyone used our audio/guest book, and some decor was not setup. I wish there was a final walk through done before the guest arrived to make sure everything was set up correctly. There is more I could comment on regarding her lack of attention to detail and professionalism but I understand this is a new business so I suggest people are mindful of that prior to booking.

oordinator. She was so incredibly helpful during the planning process. She was always there to answer any questions or concerns I had, even sending me vendor recommendations for my wildest ideas. Vendors whom I wouldn’t have found if she hadn’t had taken the time to research for me. On Wedding Day, Marissa came armed with plenty of help to get the job done. She truly brought our dreams to life! I swear she was everywhere at once that day. I truly cannot say enough about my experience with Marissa. She will become more than just your day of coordinator, she will become your friend. My wedding experience would’ve been so stressful if we didn’t have her. I will forever recommend her and her skills to any future bride I come across!

nd really helped put our vision together. I highly recommend!

he went above and beyond to make sure my decor turned out exactly how I envisioned it.