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About

Simply Unforgettable Occasions is a wedding planning company located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Founded in 2009, the expert team delights in providing couples with seamless and personalized planning assistance. Our team consists of planners, coordinators, designers, officiants, and assistants who all come from different walks of life, each on hand to make your dream day a reality.

Services Offered

Our team works with clients to plan and execute the perfect event, from weddings and special occasions to corporate functions and trade shows. Simply Unforgettable Occasions assists clients in curating one-of-a-kind rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Whether you desire full or partial planning, venue design, or day-of coordination, they will tailor their services accordingly. Other services provided by the team include timelines and to-do lists, vendor referrals, guest-list creation, and budget guidance. Additionally, the in-house team can oversee floral design and officiant duties.

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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?

$4,800

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,800

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
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Simply Unforgettable Occasions

Theresa
Theresa Sent on 09/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Lifesavor!

Let me tell you, I could have not got through my wedding without Samantha! She helped me when I needed her most. She took the time to help me arrange my flowers for my centerpieces and make my Boutonnieres. Samantha made sure my reception looked beautiful when we got there. She made sure the vendors knew where to go and helped them set up. Samantha answered whatever questions I had and calmed me when I was at my worst. My day wouldn’t have ran as smoothly without her and her husband. I am forever grateful for her! ❤️
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Kylee Sent on 04/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Simply Unforgettable Occasions is exactly what it advertises, unforgettable! Samantha is extremely supportive, versatile and above all efficient. She will get the job done in a happy and efficient manner and will always respond to your questions and concerns quickly. Anthony Chessar was our Officiant for my husband and I's wedding and he was phenomenal. He was very flexible and able to meet us before the ceremony a couple of times to make sure everything was exactly the way we wanted it and was able to give us great advice on making it just that much better. He was extremely professional while also being funny and upbeat to make us feel comfortable and to assure us that the ceremony would go just the way we imagined. I would definitely recommend Simply Unforgettable Occasions to my friends and family and I have recently asked them to help plan our vow renewal for next summer.
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Dan Sent on 04/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We would highly recommend her to anyone,very professional and conducted our ceremony very well
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Mark Sent on 04/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Very helpful. I felt relaxed on my wedding day since I had some really great help.
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Amber Sent on 01/03/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I would highly recommend Simply Unforgettable Occastions to anyone looking to have a beautiful, unforgettable wedding. All the stress I've always heard that comes with getting married was non-existent. Sam and everyone at SUO took my vision made it more perfect then I could have hoped for.
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Darcia Sent on 12/24/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Simply Unforgettable Occasions assisted my husband and I with Full Wedding Planning Services. They were such a joy to work with. They took the time to learn our likes and dislikes in order to make sure our special day was tailor made. Being available to us day and evening at just a phone call or email away was extremely helpful because we live about 40 miles away. However, the distance never posed an issue in planning of our wedding. Professional, but very warm and inviting. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding/event planner who has an amazing attention to detail, and makes you feel at home.
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User905630 Sent on 08/07/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Simply Unforgettable Occasions is simply the best! Samantha was extremely helpful in planning our wedding day and Ryan was an outstanding officiant. Danielle and I decided we wanted to get married on the beach in St. Joseph. Samantha was helpful in recommending a beach as well as some places we could go while we were in town. When we arrived at the beach on our wedding day we were met with rain clouds, and Samantha and Ryan holding a big basket of umbrella's.
We waited out the storm and had the most amazing ceremony. As I edit the footage from our wedding I realized we could not have done it without them.
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Beth Sent on 07/26/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Without the help of Samantha at Simply Unforgettable Occasions I would not have been able to enjoy my wedding the way a bride should be able to. My fiance and I were both in school, both working, and trying to plan a wedding. Needless to say, when people tell you planning a wedding is a "lot of hard work" that phrase is completely underestimated.

I was overwhelmed almost immediately by all of the decisions I had to make and the planning I had to do. When I signed on with SUO, so much was taken off my plate that I was able to enjoy planning my wedding.

Samantha helped me with vendors, decor, planning, and moral support to name a few of the many things she did for me.

I can honestly say that I probably would have thrown in the towel if not for her and eloped, which wasn't really what I wanted to do, but the list of things to do kept growing and I became pretty frustrated.

Samantha took so much weight off my shoulders and did whatever I asked whether it was contacting a vendor, getting a price, scheduling appointments, etc. She took care of my wedding party tuxes and placed me in touch with a great seamstress as well.

The day of the rehearsal and wedding, she took care of all my decorations for me, I didn't have to set up a thing. She ran my rehearsal and ran my wedding and made sure everyone was where they needed to be when they needed to be there.

To those who may think a wedding planner is not worth the money, THEY ARE. They are worth your sanity, worth your time, and help you to be able to enjoy everything you want to enjoy about your wedding and minimize your stress. I would highly recommend Samantha and SUO for any wedding as she is able to make dreams come true no matter what the budget!
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Elizabeth Sent on 07/09/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Samantha and her staff were wonderful! Everything was perfect!
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Stacey Sent on 01/01/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was perfect! Very professional!
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Awards

18
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Meredith Lilly, Inc. Founding Consultant - Lindsey Bumpass Meredith Lilly, Inc. Founding Consultant - Lindsey Bumpass Wedding Favors

I love the website. It is fun, easy to read and understand, and purple! Samantha is open to new ideas and suggestions and just easy to work with.

Classic Catering & Events Classic Catering & Events Wedding Caterers

Samantha is a detail oriented planner who will get the job done right for you. From small, intimate parties to large events, Simply Unforgettable Occasions is the planner for you.

Hanson Productions Hanson Productions Wedding DJs

Working with SUO makes my fun! The entire staff works hard to make sure your day goes off without a single problem and their ideas make sure your dreams come true and then some! I wish every wedding we booked was with SUO because everything is taken to another level of perfection. The staff communicates well, plans well in advance, shows up early, works late, and every detail is thought through. Hanson Prodcutions fully suggests SUO to any bride looking for someone to handle all the details and make their day free of headaches!

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