In this COVID era, it seems weddings are acts of futility more than anything else. The challenges are frustrating, overwhelming, and constantly in flux. The restrictions on gatherings, socializing, and celebrating in the traditional manner have left few options for any type of party, including weddings/receptions.

Enter Tessa from Fred & Kate Events.

I would be understating the impact Tessa had on our wedding experience if I were simply to rate her 5 stars with an adjective such as "great." However YELP leaves few options. We would, without question, rate Tessa far higher than the 5 star max, as she was instrumental in the design and execution of the wedding we desired...especially in such trying times.

From the onset, Tessa was professional and dedicated. Her organization, attention to detail, and positive attitude were so helpful to us as we were required to keep track of so many different aspects of the wedding, as well as, the need to constantly make covid-related changes, adjustments, additions, etc. It was extremely frustrating and tiresome but Tessa kept us positive, calm, and on task. She was very effective at limiting the amount of stress we would both have to endure and we so very much appreciated how patient she was.

In these difficult times, Tessa and Fred & Kate Events are the coordinators any couple should have. They are so attentive, calm, positive, and forward thinking. When we were contemplating the possible cancelation of our wedding, it was Tessa that forced us to see it from different perspectives and what resulted was a small, efficient, intimate, and beautiful wedding and reception. Fred & Kate, with their innovative mindset, will be able to execute any wedding or event in any climate, covid or otherwise. If you are determined to do it, Tessa with Fred & Kate Events, are the ones to call.

We are so so thankful that Tessa was on our team as we planned the wedding we wanted. Everything turned out beautifully and we owe much of that to our wedding coordinator. Thank you Tessa and Fred & Kate Events! We are forever grateful.

There is NO way we could have pulled off our wedding day without the help of Tessa and Fred+Kate Events.

We booked them for the Day-Of Coordination Package and it was worth every cent.
Tessa was great at prioritizing what needed to be done right away and what could wait. She was also great at reassuring me that we were ahead of schedule and we were fine. She was so responsive through text, call, or e-mail. We would schedule calls through her Calendly account, which I thought was great. Calls would initially occur every 2 months and as the wedding got closer, the calls became more frequent.

We were planning our wedding all the way from New Jersey and in the 2 years of planning, we met with Tessa only twice for about an hour each.

As the day got closer, Tessa slowly took over all communication with vendors. Her final timeline for our day started at 8AM, ended at 10PM, and was broken down to every 15 minutes. If that isn’t organization then I don’t know what is. It was the most thorough timeline I had every seen and I would frame it if I could because her organization was what made our wedding literally the most perfect day of our lives.

The week before our wedding day, it rained every day. I had spoken with our reception venue and they suggested we modify our layout to have the dance floor moved under the tent instead of outside. Tessa worked with our rental company and was able to revise our layout that ended up being WAY better than the original plan.

The day of our wedding, Tessa had team members come to both my hotel room and the groom’s hotel room to be with us to make sure that everything was running smoothly. Each staff member had a copy of the timeline and made sure that we were meeting everything on time. They made sure the florist, photo, and video were on time. Tessa and another staff member were at our reception venue making sure everything was set up on time, too.

While I was getting ready, one of my dress straps was not fitting correctly and Jeannette actually sewed it on the spot so it fit! Jeannette and Sachi were great at making sure we were all ready that we actually had like 20 minutes to spare before we headed to the ceremony.

At the ceremony, another staff member named Mark was so great because he saw that I was so nervous and he ran across the street to Starbucks and got us all cups of water. They had tissues on hand for me because they saw I was crying already!

At the reception, Tessa and all the staff members were there and they were so kind and helpful and I couldn’t stop thanking them for everything they were doing. Jeannette and Sachi made sure that we were able to eat a little and drink some water in between pictures and being pulled every direction for things.

Everyone involved with the wedding complimented us on how organized everything was and how we were all on the same page with the schedule. That is all thanks to Tessa.

This review is SO long, but I cannot put into words how grateful we are for all of Tessa’s help. Thank you to Jeannette, Sachi, Seychelle, and Mark for all of your help with our special day.

Fred & Kate Events did a terrific job coordinating our wedding! Even though their prices may seem high, take our word for it that hiring a good coordinator can be the difference between an unforgettable experience and a catastrophic disaster. Even though your aunty or best friend might be good at making sure people came to your sweet 16th birthday on time, doesn't mean they can coordinate your wedding. Don't take a chance, just hire the professionals like Fred & Kate. Besides, aunty and BFF want to enjoy your wedding, not be "obligated" to coordinate it. :)

F&K staff was always available for help but know what you're entitled to under contract and try not to abuse this privilege! Even though they may seem pushy at times, it's what they do. As with any coordinator, they make sure everything goes according to planned! Be GLAD they are this way because if not, chances are that nobody will listen to a shy coordinator, politely and kindly asking if you could please kindly and politely take your seats, please. :)

F&K staff was also kind enough to do things that weren't required or expected, to help make the experience after the wedding more pleasant and enjoyable! I'd highly recommend them and don't hesitate to spend for what you deserve. You won't regret it! (Let aunty and BFF enjoy!) Thanks F&K!!