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Kara
Kara
Wedding Planner

Woman-owned

1 year in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Camellia Co. Events is a premier wedding planning company in Geneva, Illinois, serving couples across the Chicagoland area. Led by Kara, an experienced wedding and event planner, they'll help bring your beautiful vision to life as you get ready to say, "I do."

Services Offered

Before the big day, meet with Kara, and she'll get to know you and learn about your hopes for the celebration. If you're looking for an expert guide to bring everything together for you, Camellia Co. Events offers full-service planning packages, covering everything from design to vendor coordination. Alternatively, you can choose the Collaborative Planning package if you've started planning but need assistance with aspects like vendor selection. For couples that have a clear plan in mind and want help with execution, month-of coordination is ideal, as Kara will ensure every detail falls into place. With Camellia Co. Events, you'll be in the best hands on your wedding planning journey.

FAQ

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$2,000

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$8,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$150

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
Engagement Party

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

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Reviews of Camellia Co. Events

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Kara from Camellia Co. Events is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional wedding coordination services. She is described as professional, organized, and caring, ensuring that the planning process and the wedding day go smoothly. Reviewers appreciate her attention to detail, ability to handle last-minute changes effortlessly, and calm demeanor, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. Kara's communication, organization skills, and dedication to meeting the couple's vision receive high recommendations, making her an excellent choice for wedding coordination services.

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Kara from Camellia Co. Events is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional wedding coordination services. She is described as professional, organized, and caring, ensuring that the planning process and the wedding day go smoothly. Reviewers appreciate her attention to detail, ability to handle last-minute changes effortlessly, and calm demeanor, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. Kara's communication, organization skills, and dedication to meeting the couple's vision receive high recommendations, making her an excellent choice for wedding coordination services.

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Alexis Sent on 01/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend working with Kara!

Kara was our wedding coordinator for our October 2025 wedding, and from the very beginning, she was an absolute dream to work with. She is the perfect balance of professional, organized, and genuinely caring, exactly what every bride hopes for when planning such an important day.

Throughout the entire planning process, Kara provided thoughtful guidance, seamless communication, and impeccable attention to detail. She offered incredible recommendations and unwavering support, always making me feel fully taken care of. I never once felt hesitant to reach out with questions or concerns, she was consistently responsive, reassuring, and steps ahead at all times.

On our wedding day, everything flowed effortlessly. Kara ensured the timeline ran beautifully, creating a calm, stress-free experience from start to finish. Even when an unexpected storm threatened our fireworks, she handled the situation with grace and confidence. She swiftly adjusting plans so we could still enjoy the moment without any added stress. Her calm presence made all the difference.

Kara truly went above and beyond for us, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about her. You will be in exceptional hands from start to finish. If you are looking for a coordinator who delivers elegance, precision, and peace of mind, I highly recommend Kara to help bring your perfect day to life. ♥️
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Rania Sent on 01/31/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely the best!

We couldn’t have asked for better!! Kara did our wedding day and rehearsal coordination. She also guided us during our planning process (hello seating chart!), and she even arranged all our flowers and my beautiful bouquet! She has years of experience and it showed through her professionalism and insights every step of the way. She made sure our vendors were taken care of so I didn’t have to think about logistics on our wedding day. She is so kind and thoughtful and truly had our best interests at heart. I give her my highest recommendation!
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Elyssa Sent on 01/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Coordinator!

Kara worked with us for our July 2025 wedding reception. She is absolutely phenomenal! Our wedding reception was an absolute dream, and she coordinated each vendor perfectly. She took the stress away. I even hired a vendor last minute, and she somehow rearranged the room to fit them effortlessly.  Her communication was always friendly and extremely professional. We cannot thank her enough! 
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Tricia Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Kara - event coordinator

I was lucky to work with Kara who was the wedding coordinator for me and my husband. Kara went above and beyond to make the day special! She was professional and organized with scheduling meetings with us so that she could understand our vision for the wedding. She coordinated with the vendors for proper delivery and set up of flowers, desserts, and sound system for the DJ, and she set up the reception hall with the place settings, center pieces and flowers. Still in awe at how she was able to do so much as one person! She took so much off of my plate, making for a stress free wedding that I was able to enjoy! Her calm demeanor and understanding nature were also so helpful in keeping me at ease, because I was able to trust that she would keep everything on pace. I would recommend Kara as a wedding coordinator for any bride looking to lighten their load with the wedding planning process! 
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Oliver Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing people to work with

She was very attentive and helped our special day go on without a single problem. Even when problems arose behind the scenes she solved it long before it got to us. Would definitely use their service again. Also a very pleasant and easy to talk to person.
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Hector Sent on 01/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best!!

Kara is a joy to work with! She’s organized, prepared, and always on top of the details. Events flow effortlessly when she’s involved. From a vendor standpoint, that’s priceless. If you want a truly stress-free experience, Camellia Co is it! 🙌
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Grace Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best planner in the Fox Valley

Please reach out to Kara if you're in the Fox Valley area! A local gem here in Geneva, IL, her team was wonderful, kind, and on top of every little detail from the start. Lovely young business owner and we will definitely book again in the future.
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Sarah Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Camellia Co. over delivered... Exceptional experience from start to finish!

Camellia Co. provided my husband and I with the peace of mind we were hoping for in a planner. Kara was there for us from the start and not only was she a pleasure to work with, but is one of the most detail oriented young professionals I've ever had the pleasure to work with. In my professional life I have to be the big decision maker and that was the last thing I wanted to do for our wedding. From vendor communications, scheduling tastings with our catering team, and all throughout the day of our wedding Kara and her husband provided us with an unforgettable experience. We love you Kara! Thank you for taking such good care of my us!!!
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Anthony Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Going with Kara was absolutely the right choice for my wife and I!

Kara was an exceptional wedding planner... She helped make our day unforgettable! I was a mess during the planning process and at every turn Kara was there to help lead us through all of our concerns. I'd especially like to shout out how she helped keep my family focused during our rehearsal ceremony... we were all just so excited that night! 10/10 would book again!
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Michael Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We LOVED working with Kara and her team!

First of all, let me say that this young woman is a powerhouse! She was absolutely ready to go every step of the way. From the start of our planning process to the end of our actual wedding, we entrusted Kara to handle the logistics of our wedding day and she did not disappoint. As second timers, my wife and I really just wanted to focus on having the best day possible, celebrating with family, and enjoying the start of this next chapter together. She was professional, creative, and a real joy to work with! Going with her was one of the best decisions we made during our wedding.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
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Team

Kara
Kara
Wedding Planner
Tanous El-Kareh
Tanous El-Kareh
Assistant Planner

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