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  • 2026

Simply the Best! Events by Ann

Full Planning
Partial Planning
Day-of Coordination
Destination
Russell
Katie
Arianna
David
Mike

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Hi, I’m Ann Marie, Owner and Head Planner of Simply the Best! Events by Ann - an expert Day-Of Coordination Specialist known for being highly organized, detail-driven, calm under pressure, and deeply attentive.

My reputation for planning and executing weddings with precision, grace, and a seamless flow from beginning to end has been built on years of experience and a true commitment to excellence.

For nearly two decades, I’ve had the joy of helping couples bring their dream weddings to life, with each one as unique, joyful, and unforgettable as the love it celebrates.

I founded Simply the Best! to elevate and simplify the Wedding journey for my couples, combining my background in wedding glamour with a modern, stress-free planning experience. I offer flexible pricing for every budget and level of complexity.

More importantly, my team and I adore our couples! Our approach blends meticulous service, attention to detail, and a sense of calm, supportive guidance, all to ensure you enjoy a seamless, stress-free celebration that reflects your unique love and vision for your Wedding day.

With exceptional industry knowledge and truly by-your-side service, we bring your vision to life without compromise, creating picture-perfect memories that will last a lifetime.

I would love to learn more about your vision with a quick consultation and budget chat.

Together, let's make your Wedding Day Simply the Best!

Services Offered

At Simply the Best!, we combine the elegance of timeless wedding glamour with the sophistication of current global trends to create events that are truly one of a kind. From your very first consultation with me, Ann Marie, to your final dance of the night, our team is by your side, seamlessly orchestrating every detail behind the scenes so you can enjoy every moment.

We pride ourselves on being flexible, budget-conscious, and deeply committed to our couples. Whether you have a question at 10 a.m. or need reassurance at 10 p.m., we’re here for you.

Our services include:

  • Full-Service Planning

  • Day-Of Coordination

  • Partial Planning

  • Decor & Design

No matter where you are in the planning process, Simply the Best! offers the guidance, creativity, and support to bring your wedding vision to life, beautifully and effortlessly!

Features

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 14 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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FAQ

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

$1,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$1,750

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,500

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 Simply the Best! Events by Ann

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Reviewers rave that Simply The Best is an exceptional day-of and event planner, consistently organized, calm, and detail-oriented. She handles vendor coordination, timelines, and last-minute issues quietly and efficiently, letting couples truly relax and enjoy their day. Flexible, creative, cost-conscious, and highly recommended, clients credit her with making events run smoothly and exceed expectations.

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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.

Reviewers rave that Simply The Best is an exceptional day-of and event planner, consistently organized, calm, and detail-oriented. She handles vendor coordination, timelines, and last-minute issues quietly and efficiently, letting couples truly relax and enjoy their day. Flexible, creative, cost-conscious, and highly recommended, clients credit her with making events run smoothly and exceed expectations.

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Amanda Sent on 12/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann Marie brought our dreamy vision to life - we couldn’t have done it without her!

From the very beginning, Ann Marie was an absolute delight to work with. Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but she helped guide me through all the key milestones on the planning process. Her attention to detail, calm presence, and deep expertise allowed us to fully trust the process—and that trust was 100% earned.

Ann Marie listened carefully to our vision and brought it to life in ways that exceeded our expectations.

Beyond her professionalism, what truly sets Ann Marie apart is how much she cares. She was incredibly supportive, responsive, and kind throughout the entire journey. We felt like we had not just a planner, but a true partner and advocate.

Hiring Ann Marie was hands-down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and we will forever be grateful for the magic she helped to created with us for our special day!

—Amanda & Robbie 💍✨
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Catherine Sent on 05/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Hire her!! Worth every penny!

Ann Marie was absolutely incredible throughout our entire wedding planning process. From helping us find amazing vendors to negotiating pricing and making sure we stayed on track, she truly went above and beyond every step of the way.

On the day of our wedding, she was there from start to finish making sure everything ran smoothly so we could actually relax and enjoy our day. Her organization, professionalism, and calming presence made such a difference.

We genuinely couldn’t have done it without her and highly recommend
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Kathryn Sent on 02/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dare I say… working with anne was simply the best…

I couldn’t have asked for a better event planner/day-of coordinator and decorator. She was personable, efficient, and genuinely fun to have around on such an important day. She truly made my vision come to life while also keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
I especially appreciated how thoughtful she was about helping cut costs wherever possible without sacrificing the look or feel of the day. Her organization, creativity, and calm presence made such a difference. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone who gets it and executes beautifully.
Russell
Russell Sent on 11/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Divine Destiny

I was led to Simply The Best by Ann after a friend recommended this event planner for my son’s Bar Mitzvah. I call it a divine intervention as my son’s Bar Mitzvah reception was planned meticulously. Ann grabbed the reigns and captained the ship from start to finish which left my family and my guests with one responsibility, enjoying this blessed occasion while her professionalism shinned. Hands on, excellent communicator and consummate event planner, I’m so grateful I was led to Simply The Best. There’s no coincidence in the name; Ann is Simply The Best!
Highly, highly recommend!!
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Emily Sent on 11/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Simply The Best

Ann Marie was an absolute joy to work with as our day-of wedding coordinator! From the moment she arrived, she brought a calm, upbeat energy that helped ease all of our nerves. Her attention to detail was incredible—she thought of things we never would have considered and made sure every little moment flowed smoothly.
What stood out most was her genuinely warm personality. She was so easy to talk to, always ready to help, and made everyone around her feel comfortable and cared for. Whether it was coordinating vendors, keeping the timeline on track, or quietly solving unexpected hiccups before we even noticed, Ann Marie handled everything with grace and professionalism.
Because of her, we were able to truly relax and enjoy our wedding day. We can’t recommend Ann Marie highly enough—she is exceptional at what she does, and we’re so grateful she was part of our big day!
Katie
Katie Sent on 11/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Day-of-lifesaver!!

We can’t say enough wonderful things about Simply the Best and Ann Marie! After needing to change coordinators last minute, she stepped in seamlessly, quickly getting up to speed, offering thoughtful and experienced advice, and helping us organize every detail of our day.

Leading up to our wedding, she communicated with all our vendors, kept everything on track, and made sure every loose end was tied up. On our wedding day, Ann Marie was exactly where we needed her at every moment, ensured our timeline stayed on track, and handled any hiccups throughout the day, some of which we still don’t even know about. We hired Ann Marie just for day-of coordination, but after working with her, we wish we’d had her throughout the entire planning process!

If you’re looking for someone who will ensure you actually get to enjoy your wedding day, Ann Marie is simply the best. Highly, highly recommend!

THANK YOU!!
Arianna
Arianna Sent on 10/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann is simply the BEST!

Simply the Best truly lives up to the name! Ann was absolutely amazing as my day-of coordinator. From the start, she made sure everything ran smoothly and reassured me that everything would go according to plan — and it did! She answered all my questions, handled communication with vendors, and made sure I didn’t have to worry about a single thing during the ceremony or reception. Thanks to Ann, I was able to fully enjoy my day without any stress. I couldn’t recommend her more!
David
David Sent on 05/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

AnnMarie is the best ever!

Boy was I worried!
Being a designer myself, I was trepidatious about all she promised: every last detail covered without incident?
You betcha!
AnnMarie never bothered me as I was getting ready for my marriage to my partner. I had time to rewrite my vows!
Every detail was dispatched with aplomb. Not only the obvious, but minute details I wanted to be right: mens shoes all polished?; keep me from sweating up a storm? cake not melting or stale? best man sober?
Turns out there were, of course, minor infractions, but AnnMarie never let me know and all issues were executed with the utmost professionalism and quietness.
Simply the Best is what it purports to be: an all-inclusive, detail oriented, professional, ease-of-execution vendor.
Hire AnnMaire/Simply the Best!
I almost want to gget a divorce and marry someone else so I could have the flawless experience I did.
Brava!
Mike
Mike Sent on 05/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ann IS Simply The Best Planner

I was very nervous planning a party for 75 family and friends. My husband wanted a big elaborate event, I wanted small and intimate. Ann help us find the right venue and fun food and cake tastings, It helped ease the stress. Simply The Best helped made our special day memorable. Thank you Ann.
K
Karen Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

My Son’s Wedding

My son’s wedding was June of 2023 and it was absolutely amazing. We were relieved from the start because we had Ann Marie organize everything for us. She made the day flow as we imagined! The ceremony, cocktail hour and Reception were executed perfectly. The entire wedding was a huge success and my son and his wife were very happy to have hired Simply The Best to handle the day.
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