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Welcome,
Thanks for visiting me here at GLOW. So glad you found your way here!

Haven’t planned a wedding before? I’ve got you!! The one thing I hear over and over again is “I’ve never done this before, so I don’t know what I don’t know.” That’s where I come in. Whether you are looking for coordination, full support, or something in between, I'll guide you thru all of the little (and big!) details you didn’t know to think of.

GLOW Weddings and Events is an accomplished wedding planning boutique, serving modern couples in our nation's capital since 2009. With our calm, yet 100% on-top-of-it approach, my goal is to allow you to enjoy the experience. I love being able to share my expertise with my couples, however, your wedding will be assembled to match YOUR priorities, vision, vibe and personality.

Looking forward to learning more about your wedding,
~Kristi

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Frequently asked questions

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

$2,200

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$10,000

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
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious
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Reviews of Glow Weddings and Events

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Kristi and her team at Glow Weddings and Events receive highly positive reviews for their day-of coordination services at various venues, including Woodend Sanctuary & Mansion in Chevy Chase, DC. Reviewers praise Kristi for her responsiveness, attention to detail, and organization throughout the wedding planning process. They appreciate her expertise and experience in the industry and commend her for helping them execute their vision seamlessly on the wedding day. Additionally, reviewers highlight the effectiveness of Glow Weddings' communication with vendors and their ability to handle any challenges that arise. Overall, Glow Weddings and Events is highly recommended for their exceptional service and professionalism in wedding coordination.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Kristi and her team at Glow Weddings and Events receive highly positive reviews for their day-of coordination services at various venues, including Woodend Sanctuary & Mansion in Chevy Chase, DC. Reviewers praise Kristi for her responsiveness, attention to detail, and organization throughout the wedding planning process. They appreciate her expertise and experience in the industry and commend her for helping them execute their vision seamlessly on the wedding day. Additionally, reviewers highlight the effectiveness of Glow Weddings' communication with vendors and their ability to handle any challenges that arise. Overall, Glow Weddings and Events is highly recommended for their exceptional service and professionalism in wedding coordination.

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S Melamed Sent on 04/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Organized and professional

Kristi was extremely knowledgeable and helped to organize all the little (and big) tasks leading up to the wedding. She checked in on a regular basis and provided tips as needed. She was very professional and was a pleasure to work with. Her experience with Woodend was invaluable, as it saved our having to check with the venue about lots of small things. I would highly recommend her!
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Bethan F. Sent on 04/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing day of coordination

We got married at Woodend, and I am so glad that we ended up working with Kristi and Missy as our day-of coordinators! They know Woodend inside and out, and because of that they had extensive experience with most of our vendors. That was so valuable for us because we knew all the last-minute stressors and questions would be handled by them, and so we were just able to enjoy getting married! They worked behind the scenes to make everything run so smoothly, and it was definitely noticed! I highly recommend GLOW for anyone getting married at Woodend (or elsewhere!)
Ben
Ben Sent on 04/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision we made

You are off to a great start if you're considering hiring Kristi & Missy. We couldn't have pulled off our wedding without them. They are very thorough, organized and experienced and kept us from having to worry about a thing on our wedding day. You will have to do some work around filling out paperwork, but trust me when I say it is well worth it to not have to stress when the big day comes. On the day of, they are all business and keep everyone in line and ensure you're only as involved as you want to be. They are great at what they do, and even after our first meeting, my wife and I both said that hiring them was the best decision we made.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Kristi  Hartig
Kristi Hartig
Owner + Wedding Planner/Coordinator

I inherited my entrepreneurial spirit from my Grandmother, who was a cruise event organizer and pioneer for women’s fitness programs. My affinity for lists and planning evolved from writing out minute-by-minute “daily plans” with my friend on the elementary school bus. As a rare organized lefty, I am both hardwired for creativity and blessed with detail orientation. I have a distinctive sense of style and a love for all things visually beautiful.

I graduated with a Marketing degree from The University of Maryland’s leading Robert H. Smith School of Business. Following a stint in Real Estate, GLOW Weddings and Events was founded in 2009 after I was demoted as a Bridesmaid in a friend’s wedding and instead, coordinated the whole thing. Most recently, I expanded my repertoire to include a WSET Level 1 Award in Wines.

Over the last 14 years, my business and family have grown in tandem. I have 3 active boys whose names all begin with L, which means I can never blurt out the right one! Search up “soccer mom,” there you’ll find my picture. No but seriously, since I will never be a MOB, I often find myself swooning over the Mother-Son Dance.

To sustain in this industry you have to love it, and I can 100% say that “I do” (no pun intended). I am never more in my element than when running around like a crazy person so that it all comes together on time and as you envisioned. Past clients consistently praise my ability to instill calm, despite the emotionally charged environment of your most momentous occasion. I consider it an absolute honor to play such an integral role in your day’s success.

I have lots of stories to tell! Stay tuned, I may just write a book…

Professional Network & Endorsements

24 Endorsements
University of Maryland Memorial Chapel University of Maryland Memorial Chapel Church & Temple Weddings

Thank for your wonderful work with our clients at the Chapel. We are happy to endorse you! Cheerfully, Mel. Coles Event Sales and Office Assistant

Woodend Sanctuary & Mansion Woodend Sanctuary & Mansion Mansion Weddings

I highly recommend Glow Weddings for your wedding. Glow has done several weddings at Woodend for many years, so they know the venue very well and will make the best use of the space, ensuring that your special day is everything you hope it will be. They are professional, creative, knowledgeable and such a joy to work with. I also appreciate that Glow understands all guidelines set for events, and instead of putting couples against venues for things that may not be allowed such as candles on the floor or grounds, they use their knowledge and creativity to find solutions to make your wish come true without compromising the safety of everyone and the venue.

To Tony Visual Events To Tony Visual Events Wedding Videographers

Great team to work with on a wedding day. They kept us well informed of each event and provided an amazing timeline for the day. Can't wait until the next time we have the privilege to work with such a talented team!

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