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About

Elaborate Parties by Bennett is a wedding planning business operating out of Madison, New Jersey. Providing a personalized offering, they aim to provide a one-of-a-kind service for those looking to celebrate their wedding in style. Their aim is to create an event that brims with as much personality, character, and unique vigor as the couple of honor themselves.

Experience

Founded by Inez Bennett, this company benefits from her many years worth of experience in the industry. Having planned countless events over the years, they are well-placed to bring your vision to life. Inez has worked for many years as a coordinator and consultant, so she knows how to do justice to every event she is entrusted with bringing to life.

Services Offered

Owing to the range of event planning services which Elaborate Parties by Bennett offers, couples benefit greatly from their detailed and dedicated approach. Providing full and partial planning services, they can ensure that your dream day comes together as expected. They provide budget analysis, event design, guest list creation, timelines, to-do lists, vendor referrals, and more.

Other Services

As well as planning for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners, Elaborate Parties by Bennett can also work with couples who would like to arrange a destination wedding celebration. Additionally, Inez and her team are able to plan for honeymoons, engagement proposals, and other special occasions.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$7,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$100

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Elaborate Parties by Bennett

Catherine
Catherine Sent on 06/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank You, Inez!!

Inez was incredible, a godsend before and during our wedding day, and made such a big difference for our wedding at the Morris Museum this past spring. She was extremely organized, excellent with communication, created our timeline and kept it on track, handled signage, coordinated with all of our vendors, and helped our families throughout the day. She made everything feel smooth and stress-free, which allowed us to actually enjoy the wedding. It was amazing to have an expert handle things that we did not even think of, especially with having a wedding in a nontraditional venue! We are so grateful for all of her help and would highly recommend her to anyone planning a wedding!!
A
Aurora Sent on 03/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Inez!!

Inez and her team were AMAZING! Inez was our day- of coordinator and did such a fantastic job working with our wedding planner and making sure all the details were in place leading up to our big day. We felt like we were in great hands - she was super attentive and checked in with us frequently to see if there was anything we needed. We really appreciated how she was so willing to talk to our vendors on our behalf to make sure everything was in place and take the load off of us. On the day of our wedding, everything went so smoothly and exactly as planned! Mary Grace and Jackie from her team were there by our side all day long making sure we had everything we needed - we felt so taken-care of! Especially as a bride who was stressed about the timeline and making sure things went smoothly - they reassured me that they had everything handled and that there was nothing for me to worry about so I could just enjoy the day. My husband and I had the time of our lives! Thank you, Elaborate Parties for making the day such a dream come true!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 01/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Wedding Coordination by Elaborate Parties and Inez

Our wedding day was pure magic, thanks to Inez and her incredible team at Elaborate Parties by Bennett. From start to finish, their professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding.

Inez, our day-of-coordinator, was one of the few reasons why our big day was so smooth. She kept everything on track, ensuring our day flowed seamlessly. Her calm and friendly approach made the entire process stress-free even when problems began to arise.

What impressed us most was their problem-solving skills. Inez and her team handled unforeseen challenges effortlessly, and we were blissfully unaware of any issues. They even went the extra mile to fix a wardrobe malfunction, saving the day when my dress started to fray at the hem.

Elaborate Parties by Bennett exceeded our expectations. If you want a coordinator who combines expertise with a personal touch, Inez is your person. Our wedding was perfect, thanks to their dedication and skill and we definitely couldn't have done it without them. Highly recommended for an unforgettable celebration!
Katie
Katie Sent on 12/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Above & beyond!

Inez was my one calming source during wedding planning. I booked her for 2 weeks before the wedding, but her help started months before! With every call or text leading up to the big day, I knew I would have nothing to worry about. She helped coordinate liquor, transport, timing, and much more. The day of I did not worry about a thing. Her second person, Christina stayed with me all day and ensured everything went smoothly! Inez was on-site at the venue coordinating everything else. This was the best wedding decision I made!
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Jill Sent on 11/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Inez is a national treasure!!!

Inez is a national treasure, I thought wedding planners/coordinators were only for large scale weddings, but my venue required one and recommended Inez, and I’m so glad they did. I hate planning, I don’t even like weddings, and when I say she went above and beyond as to make sure I had zero stress, she really did. I had a few last minute issues, my wedding cake falling through, she immediately had someone else make us one, and delivered it herself (and it was AMAZING) I didn’t have a florist-and she got me the most florist (the potted geranium is PHENOMENAL) she felt like family before I ever met her. I didn’t have a single stress the day of-she took care of absolutely EVERYTHING! She made me feel amazing and special; and took care of EVERY detail I didn’t think of. I absolutely highly recommend her, she’s priceless!
Dave
Dave Sent on 05/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Experience we could have ever Expected!

Inez and her team provided the highest level of service one could expect for their wedding. I would recommend any couple seeking a wedding planner to choose Elaborate Parties by Bennett for their event. I was apprehensive at first in the need of a Wedding Planner for our wedding. Now looking back, we could not have done it without Inez. Her attention to detail, care for our needs during the planning process, and ability to execute on the day of the wedding was nothing short of amazing. My wife and I are so happy that we were recommended Inez. She worked well with all of our vendors and helped our guests navigate our wedding . 10/10 experience
Rekha
Rekha Sent on 04/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Elaborate Parties by Bennett made our dream wedding come true! They're family now!

I knew from the first phone call Inez and her team were the right planners for us. From the beginning, Inez made us feel so supported and really took the time to get to know us as a couple to make sure our dream wedding was exactly how we imagined it to be. The day exceeded our expectations but the 3 months leading up couldn't have felt better. Inez created a meticulous timeline for us and handled communication with all of our vendors and we had a lot! Professionalism and expertise are one thing but Inez also has such a wonderful spirit and is so so kind. I never once felt like I was asking for too much or bothering her. She always made sure I knew lines of communication were open. She was so sweet every time we talked and that meant so much to me. Every time I got off a planning call or check-in call with her I felt a little calmer.
Because of her and her team's expertise and preparedness, our day was absolutely perfect. Meghan and Marilyn were our day of coordinators and handled everything so well. We had a wedding party of 25 at The Art Factory and I couldn't believe how well they kept us all on track and together throughout the whole day. I can go on and on about how happy I am with their services. Elaborate Parties by Bennett made our dream wedding come true! They're family now!
Justin
Justin Sent on 11/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing experience!

Having Inez and Mary Grace help us with out wedding was absolutely perfect. They really made everything run smoothly and made our wedding day a complete dream. Additionally, having Inez for the full month took away a lot of anxieties in regards to planning the wedding, any time we had something pop up we simply outsourced it to Inez and she took care of it. She worked with all out vendors and made sure everything was running smoothly. Very grateful to have had her for our big day.
Tricia
Tricia Sent on 10/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Magical Team

Inez and her girls made our wedding day as stress-free and magical as I could have imagined! Whenever I turned for help, they were there with an answer or solution. I am so, so grateful I decided to hire Elaborate Parties to help run my wedding day. I was smiling ear-to-ear all day and they were a huge part of the reason! I would recommend Inez and her team to anyone who needs that extra set of hands from caring professionals with invaluable years of experience and expertise. You will not regret hiring Elaborate Parties!
S
Sam Sent on 09/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 would recommend Inez & her team

Having Inez's help in the month leading up to our wedding, from joining final calls with vendors to creating and editing timelines and checklists, eliminated so much stress and anxiety. But I truly do not know what we would have done without her and her team's help the day of. She made sure our day went off without a hitch despite the fact that we got married during a hurricane. They remembered and took care of every detail so we could relax and enjoy the day. She is kind, professional, and thoughtful. 10/10 would recommend Inez and her team again and again!!
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