5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

It has been over a month since my wedding, and I still get compliments on it everyday! Pearls Events must be given all of the credit for directing me to the best vendors, coming up with the most gorgeous event design, and allowing me to be stress-free on my actual wedding day. Aletha and her staff took care of all the details so I was able to be in the moment and truly enjoy my wedding and reception rather than worrying about centerpiece placement and napkin folding :) Without their expertise and advice I would have ended up with a very EXPENSIVE disaster rather than the most AMAZING day ever! From the start of my planning process to the very end, Aletha was there to answer my questions, bounce ideas off of, attend appointments with me, and guide me through all the crises that inevitably came up. I cannot thank Pearls Event enough for all of their hard work and dedication. Hiring you for partial planning was the best decision I made (besides saying yes to Don!)

0.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(0.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(0.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(0.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(0.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(0.0/5.0)

We thought Aletha was great when we booked her for partial planning. However, after working with her for several months we noticed a drastic change in her quality of service, as well as the fact that she did not come through on a few items included in our package. After a conference call discussing various decor/detail items at the beginning of the year, in which we could noticeably tell that she was annoyed with us during the entire call, we knew something wasn't right. So, after discussing the issue with a few people close to us, we sent her a very carefully crafted email explaining our concerns (slow email responses, not as much enthusiasm, her being annoyed on our conference call), figuring that she did not realize how we felt and that this would help to patch things up. Well, instead we received back a very snippy letter explaining that she had spent "tons and tons of hours helping us plan our wedding" (I would beg to differ) and "had replied to over a hundred of our emails" (btw - unlimited emails were included in our package, and most were quick emails asking for her opinion on something and took her a minute or two respond...) and just reiterating what was included in our package. We were a bit taken aback, but decided to take the high road. We responded to her email and said we did appreciate the time she had spent with us, and wanted to let her know about some of these concerns to help her with future clients. We then said we were willing to move forward and continue on, and we asked her if she thought she could put this behind her and go back to the way we were in the beginning. 24 hours later, we received a two paragraph email saying that "she found it in her best interest to break ties with us as she has put too much of a strain on our professional relationship and cannot promise a funny, goofy planner like we wanted and had originally signed up for... and that a check for half of our deposit was already dropped in the mail back to us." So, she just left us high and dry and that was it... she did not want to reconcile the relationship, she just quit on us 4 MONTHS prior to our wedding. She is only great at marketing herself, which has helped her to become popular, but it is obvious that she was lacking the professionalism and expertise to satisfy us, and I would hate for her to leave another couple high and dry, stressed out, and unexcited about planning their wedding only 4 months out from their big day. Further details can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/y958qc3

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Probably my favorite vendor. Kate really saved the day! I booked Pearls Events for the decorate/set up package knowing that I may not be able to get into our venue the night before. The day of you can't get in until 10am. We dropped everything off on Friday, and then Kate came in the day of and knocked it out of the park! We walked in and our jaws dropped! We made our own centerpieces, table numbers, etc, and we knew everything that was going into the room, but still couldn't quite envision everything together and it was perfect! My sister also had to call her the morning of to check on the centerpiece flowers (like I said, we did them ourselves, and we weren't convinced they'd hold up the way we had done them). Kate confirmed they were mostly dead, so my sister ran down with the extra flowers I'd ordered and Kate met her a few blocks away because of the construction. She swapped out the dead flowers with the good ones, and it was great! Couldn't have been happier!

4.8 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(4.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

LOVE Aletha and Kate. We hired Pearls Events for "Day of" coordinating, and man was it worth every penny. We planned our wedding from 600 miles' distance, with limited knowledge of the Grand Rapids area. Aletha was super-responsive in the weeks and months leading up the wedding, and all of her recommendations were excellent. From invitations to make-up artists, the woman has beautiful taste.

On our actual wedding day, Aletha and Kate made sure we didn't worry about a thing. They intercepted deliveries, set up our placecards and programs, and worked with the venue staff to ensure that everything went off as planned. Aletha even came to the rescue when one of my bridesmaids tore the zipper of her dress just minutes before the ceremony! She was extremely professional, a calming presence, and generally a joy to have around. She really felt like a friend.

Her fees are average for the area, which is to say not super-cheap, but we felt we got more than our money's worth. She made us feel like we were her only clients.

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

While I first cringed when my (then fiance) now husband suggested we hire a planner to ease my already busy schedule and overspent budget, I am here to tell you that I would pay for Aletha all over again! We actually started out just hiring Pearls Events for Day of Coordinator, but soon realized the full value this team brings to the table. The best feeling I had was at 3pm the day before my wedding... I showed up at Aletha's house, dropped off all the precious and important items that we'd be using the next day. I remember driving away and thinking "wow, that's it - I'm done and Aletha will make sure everything else goes as plans." My wedding day was so unbelievably stress-free as I could count on Aletha and team to do any and all of the last minute things that popped up and to make sure that everything stayed on time and according to plan. It was also really nice for our parents as they didn't have to run around making sure things were getting done - they were actually able to enjoy the day too.

Big value areas for me: helped me interview vendors, which kept me focused and provided an objective opinion; was the only other person besides me that knew exactly how everything was supposed to go (a simple DOC is not able to provide this ... need to have someone along for the ride the whole ride, not just the last mile); because she understood our vision, she was able to make game day decisions without having to bother me; sanity check - we reviewed budgets, timelines, assumptions, etc. I completely trusted her and knew that she would do a great job - and she did!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Aletha was our day-of-coordinator and she is fabulous! She is so genuine and fun to work with. Not only was she super organized, but she stayed calm and handled things beautifully when our officiant was stuck in traffic jam. She went above and beyond for us and even cut our cake with the help of her intern Amy so that my aunts didn't have to miss out on anything during the reception. So sweet! Aletha also was incredibly helpful to me throughout the planning process even though she wasn't my wedding planner! She helped me locate some great vendors and was an essential part of my "dream team" :) Thank you Aletha!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

I am so happy we booked Aletha from Pearls Events. We were on a budget so were hesitant to have this service. Aletha saved us so much money! In addition to helping us select our vendors, coordinate the rehearsal, set up the decor and table settings on the day-of, help me with my dress throughout the day, communicate with all the vendors, coordinate the day of events, she poured almost 100 glasses of Champaign, and cut over 100 slices of cake. I didn't know how much work it was to pull off a wedding and thanks to Aletha I still don't! It is amazing just how fast the day goes. I was so thankful for Aletha because she helped me make most of the day. Because she knows weddings in and out, she would say, "this is something I wish I would have done on my wedding day." This type of insight was invaluable. In addition, it was so awesome to have someone else watch the clock making sure the day's events happened. With Aletha at Pearls Events, I was able to be the bride and only the bride!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Our wedding was on a beach in South Haven. With Aletha and her team every thing ran so smoothly. She was there to make sure everyone was in there place and to keep things flowing. They cleaned up every thing on the beach and after the reception. It was a relief to know they were there if anything would have went wrong. And if something did go wrong i didnt not know about it was taken care of. I would recomend them to any bride they do this all of the time they know what they are doing. Thank You Pearls Events, Aletha and Tara.
Lindsey and Travis Pawlowski

4.6 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(4.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(4.5/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(4.5/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Aletha and the team from Pearls Events provided day-of-coordination for our wedding. Aletha was a tremendous resource when looking for various vendors in categories unknown to us, providing copious names, suggestions and feedback, for which she went above and beyond her expected duties. At the ceremony location, Aletha and her team ensured the many personal flowers were properly distributed ahead of photos. Pearls Events did a fantastic job placing our last minute details and items at the reception venue and ensuring that everything was in place when our guests arrived. Also, at the end of the evening, everything was accounted for and where we had asked them for it to be put - something that has been an issue for friends with other coordinators in the past. Given the large size of our attendee list, which was primarily family, multiple venus and most guests traveling to Grand Rapids from out of town, it would have been helpful to have Pearls Events on board for and part of the complete planning process for them to know of and be aware of all details inside and out leading up to and on the of the wedding.

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

We were absolutely thrilled to work with Aletha at Pearls Events for set-up and day-of-coordination. Throughout my wedding planning process, she was willing to help with extra things like answering random questions and providing advice. She helped us create the timeline for our day which worked out great. She even taught me how to fold the napkins the way I wanted.

I met with her a week before the wedding and went through the plans (ceremony and reception layout, decoration plans, vendor contacts, etc). After that meeting, I felt wonder to have given the details of the day to her to manage. My fiance and I had spent a year and half planning our wedding. It felt great to let it go. We had our wedding at Camp Blodgett. It's a lovely site, but required a lot of set-up. On the day of the wedding, Pearls Events arrived in the morning and set up all the details for the day. When I arrived at Camp Blodgett, I was so excited! The reception hall was set-up perfectly; it was just as I had imagined or maybe even better. The ceremony set-up on the deck was perfect also. Throughout the evening, she kept track of the timeline and kept things running smoothly. She even loaded my gifts into my parent's van.

I highly recommend Pearls Events. I was able to have a stress-free day, which is amazing because I'm usually a big stress-ball. It was fantastic knowing that someone else had everything in control. Aletha ensured the day was just as I had planned and hoped for. We couldn't have been happier. Thank you so much!!!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

I am not sure what wonderful quality of Aletha's to begin with. I firmly believe that Aletha and her assistant, Tara, were a major reason our wedding was absolutely perfect! Aletha really listened to our worries about the wedding, and kept a sharp eye out for those occurrences during the wedding. She was also great at communicating. I emailed her many times with wedding questions, and she would response quickly and provide wonderful, informative answers. Aletha has a wonderful and commanding personality, which is one of the reasons we hired her. We knew she would not be afraid to be slightly bossy to make sure our day was perfect! Additionally, my mother adored her, and Aletha was part of the reason my mother didn't cry with joy the entire night... If we ever have a vow renewal, we will gladly hire Aletha again to coordinate. She is very talented at her job, and we really cannot thank her enough.

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

We hired Aletha of Pearls Events to serve as our day of coordinator; and I really wish we would have hired her to provide even more services at our wedding, she was truly an outstanding vendor. Although our wedding day went very smoothly, she and her interns were invaluable sets of hands throughout the day. They took care of details (small and large) I couldn't have planned for, anticipated my needs in ways only experienced wedding professionals could, and worked seemlessly with my other vendors to ensure the day went as planned. All of this was done with professionalism and cheerfulness that amazed me, my family, our guests. Although initially hestitant about needing a coordinator, it was one of the best decisions we made in the planning process. Having someone with you to make sure you can enjoy your wedding day to the fullest extent is a gift every bride should give herself!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Aletha is by far in the right working field! She is by far the best wedding planner that I have ever met! She was there for the Day-of-Coordination and thank goodness for her! My photographer and I had a lot of communication problems and she straightened everything out! She was a lot of help and we don't know what we would have done with out her! At one point I even began to cry and she snapped me out of it really quickly! If I could do it all over again, I would have her do the entire wedding planning! She knows a lot of great vendors and I love and stalk her blog! She is very professional and quick to answer emails! She is there for YOU, not herself!

Thanks for everything Aletha!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

I would recommend Pearls Events to every bride I meet! Both Chad and I feel that hiring Aletha was the best wedding day decision we made (besides saying "I do" of course!) Aletha helped us have the wedding of our dreams by making sure nothing was over-looked. She has such a passion for weddings and her knack for detail is amazing!

From the bottom of our hearts - THANK YOU ALETHA! You simply ROCK!

5.0 out of 5.0	Quality of Service:		(5.0/5.0)
	Responsiveness:		(5.0/5.0)
	Professionalism:		(5.0/5.0)
	Value For Cost:		(5.0/5.0)
	Flexibility:		(5.0/5.0)

Aletha takes pride in her work and is truly a shining star within the industry - who has quickly made a name for herself! She loves what she does and that is evident throughout her work.

Pearls Events was one of the first few vendors that we booked, and it was a wise decision. Having Aletha as our DOC allowed me to truly enjoy every little moment of my day. Surprisingly, I was extremely calm, maybe even too calm and I attribute a lot of that to Aletha. We had a situation arise during our wedding day that I was not even aware happened. Aletha was so on top of things, that she had it resolved before it was even brought to our attention.

Hiring Aletha was a win-win situation, not only did we have an fabulous DOC but I now feel as if I have made a new friend as well! I am excited to watch Pearls Events thrive and prosper, and I am honored to have been a part of the growth!

Thank you for everything Pearls Events/Aletha!