Event Planner Shi Reviews
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Leah B. Sent on 09/27/2022Shi was wonderful!
Shi assisted in setting up my wedding this year at Mt. Hood Skibowl and she was incredible. At a non-traditional wedding site, she had to be flexible and make things work. I had given a vague idea of what I wanted all my DIY decorations to look like, but when I walked in, I was so pleased to see that Shi had come up with an even more attractive and gorgeous set-up! This meant a lot to me, as everything looked so perfect. Shi had set up the ceremony site: decorated the arch and guest sign-in/welcome booth at the cocktail area. While the ceremony was taking place, she was at the reception area, coordinating with the vendors so that they (DJ, cake/dessert, photo booth, caterer etc.) knew where to set up their tables and were aware of the timeline. She also called to check in when vendors did not arrive as scheduled. Additionally, Shi adjusted the floor plan so that it was according to what was previously aligned. She was amazing! On top of that, her personality and energy were exactly what I needed that day as the bride. I had a stressful morning with hair and makeup being off-schedule and making me extremely late to my First Look, but when Shi arrived and I saw her for the first time that day, she was very calm and immediately helped me and the day itself get back into the flow of things. Thank you!Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so very much Leah for your kind words. It really means a lot. I really enjoyed working with you and Fuat! It was a lovely and beautiful wedding! ~Sincerely, Shi :) -
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Michelle Sent on 03/02/2024Shi made our dreams come true & is the best wedding planner in the industry!
Run, don't walk, to hire Shi as your event planner! Shi is an absolutely incredible human and phenomenal at what she does. She made our wedding day better than anything we could have possibly dreamed. In every stage of planning she is very organized, communicative, professional, and kind. She has such wonderful ideas and her execution of the plans is top-tier. It was such a relief to have her as our guide, cheerleader, and friend throughout the entire process. We can't imagine having gone through the planning and wedding without her. Truly, she is so reliable and talented. She works so hard and is very detail-oriented. She is collaborative and adaptable. When we needed her direction and guidance, she was there. She anticipated our needs and suggested date nights and relaxation breaks. I can't emphasize or speak highly enough about Shi as both a person and as our wedding planner. A few of our guests may or may not have proposed to her as well (that's how wonderful she is)(: We had guests from all over the U.S. and from Norway, and the ones who aren't married yet said they want to fly her out to plan their weddings, because that's how great she is. We love Shi so much as are so eternally grateful for all she did for us. Hire her for your event planning, it will be the best decision (besides marrying your partner) you will ever make!!!
THANK YOU SHI!!! WE LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU SO MUCH!
Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so so so much Michelle for your very kind words and positive affirmation!! You two are incredible human beings yourselves and I had such great pleasure working with you. Thank you for choosing me to be your wedding planner. It's my absolute honor to be there for you two and help bring your dream wedding come to life!! I absolutely love the gifts you gave me. They were very thoughtful and very much appreciated. ❤️ -Shi -
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Schwab C. Sent on 02/29/2024Everything detail was perfect!
We're a photography/videography team that recently worked with Shi as the planner at a wedding. She had us looped into the planning process with the bride and groom from shortly after we booked with them until the morning of the wedding. At the event, she had herself and an assistant that were always running around making sure every aspect of the wedding was ready to go, going according to plan, or being cleaned up. They had answers to all of our questions and were always checking in to see if we needed anything. We could not have asked for a more seamless, detail-oriented, excited-to-be-there planner to work with. We'd highly recommend her to any of our couples.Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so much Annika and Marcus!! I very much enjoyed working with you and your team and I look forward to working with you again!! -
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Emily Y. Sent on 10/30/2023
The Best Day of Coordinator!
We were so fortunate to have Shi as our day of coordinator! From our initial video call to the end of the night on our wedding day, we felt Shi’s warmth and care and genuine desire to make our wedding day just perfect. Shi is not only passionate about weddings, but extremely professional, communicative, and enthusiastic. Although we researched and booked all of our vendors, Shi was always available able to help give advice and recommendations since we are from the Bay Area and were planning remotely.
We really leaned on Shi for things like consulting on our timeline, asking about our venue specifics (Blockhouse & Pomarius Nursery), running the ceremony rehearsal, and obviously managing the entire wedding day! It was such a relief to hand over our contracts, layouts, and decor plan to Shi and know that everything was in good hands. Our wedding day was incredibly smooth, stress free, so much fun, and we owe it all to Shi! The cherry on top was that she shared the photos and videos she took on the wedding day. Thanks Shi, for being a part of our story and coordinating our wedding day!!!Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so much Emily for your positive affirmation and kind words. I appreciate them very much. Thank you for choosing me to support your wedding, it's my great honor to be there for you and Kevin to help make your dream wedding come true. I enjoyed working with you and Kevin. Sincerely, Shi -
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Talilo M. Sent on 01/18/2024TNT Wedding
She went above and beyond to help make our big wedding a success. Our wedding had a lot of moving parts and she was on top of making sure everything happened on time! I highly suggest you use her services to make your dream wedding come true!Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you Talilo for your good words. I appreciate your support! I am happy to receive your positive affirmation! Cheers, Shi -
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Nick R. Sent on 08/31/2023Shi exceeded her role as our day of coordinator.
Shi exceeded her role as our day of coordinator.
She met with us over lunches and toured the venues with us even when it took her an hour to drive there. When we needed help with ideas for DIY fantasy theme, she also lent us a whole box of decoration materials so that we could play around with DIY ideas.
Shi is a very good communicator and works well with crowds. For example, at our ceremony, she would project her voice and say "Hi! How is everyone doing? We have a lovely wedding to celebrate"...and then tell folks exactly what needed to get done." It was very effective and well received. Shi is very fast to respond to text and emails. We were the ones slow to respond, never her!
Shi is kind and creative and efficient, all great traits for a good event coordinator! I felt that Shi is authentic and truly passionate about weddings, whereas other coordinators we interviewed seemed like they were just going through the motions trying to make money.
We would highly recommend Shi!Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so much Nick for your kind words. It has been an incredibly great experience working with you two. Thank you for inviting me to be part of your wedding celebration, it's an honor and pleasure. -
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Ami Sent on 07/27/2023She truly invested herself emotionally in making our wedding day magical
Shi has a gift for her craft & positivity that is infectious. We had the incredible privilege of working with her as our wedding planner, and we cannot emphasize enough how she exceeded our expectations and made our special day truly unforgettable. From the very first meeting to the final moments of our reception, Shi's dedication, professionalism, and attention to detail shone through.
One of the qualities that set Shi apart was her ability to truly listen and understand our vision for the wedding. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our preferences, style, and personalities. With this invaluable insight, Shi curated a wedding that perfectly encapsulated who we are as individuals and as a couple. Shi's creativity and eye for detail were evident in every aspect of the planning process. She presented us with unique & thoughtful ideas, ensuring that our wedding would be one-of-a-kind. Her meticulous planning and organization were evident, as each part of the event flowed seamlessly. From the stunning arrangement of our décor to the exquisite table settings, every detail was thoughtfully considered and executed flawlessly.
What truly made Shi exceptional was her willingness to go above and beyond. She took it upon herself to handle all the little hiccups that inevitably arise during wedding preparations, sparing us unnecessary stress. Whether it was coordinating with vendors, managing last-minute changes, or even acting as a mediator during family disagreements, Shi remained calm, composed, and solution-oriented. Her ability to handle unexpected challenges with grace and poise ensured that we could fully enjoy our special day without any worries. Shi's professionalism and warmth were evident in her interactions with everyone involved. Both our family absolutely LOVED her! She effortlessly connected with the vendors, ensuring that they were aligned with our vision and needs. She coordinated seamlessly with the venue staff, creating a harmonious team that worked tirelessly to make our wedding day perfect. Shi's genuine care for our guests and their experience was evident, as she went out of her way to accommodate their needs and create an atmosphere of joy and celebration.
Above all, what touched us most was Shi's personal touch. She truly invested herself emotionally in making our wedding day magical. It was clear that she wasn't just doing a job; she genuinely cared about us and our happiness. From the heartfelt words she spoke to the surprise personalized touches that added an extra layer of warmth and intimacy, Shi's personal touch made our wedding a deeply meaningful and cherished memory. I will recommend Shi's services to anyone & everyone looking to plan a wedding. You will love her.Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you so very much Ami for your very beautifully written kind words. It was my absolute joy and honor to be part of your wedding. You two are truly a wonderful couple and I wish you a lifelong happiness and fun adventures as you begin the next chapter of your love stories. ❤️ -
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Katie P. Sent on 05/05/2023Hiring Shi was one of our best wedding choices
I thought I would be anxious on our wedding day, but knowing the exceptionally capable and thoughtful Shi was orchestrating the behind-the-scenes allowed me to be fully present and immerse myself in the magic of the day. We had a large and lively wedding party and Shi worked closely with our officiant to ensure our rehearsal and ceremony ran smoothly. Shi’s strengths include organization, attention to detail, problem-solving (cannot emphasize this one enough!), communication, advocacy, and team management. She saw our vision for the aesthetic of our reception and set the scene gorgeously. The best bonus of working with Shi was that we truly felt how deeply she cared about our relationship and our day. It’s priceless to work with someone who genuinely loves love and loves what she does.Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you very much Katie for your wonderful review. I thank you very much for inviting me to part of your wedding celebration. It was a beautiful and joyful wedding. It was my honor to be part of your special day. -
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Elizabeth B. Sent on 03/24/2023Love, Joy & Gratitude
If I could leave triple stars for Shi, I absolutely would!! I could not recommend her more highly.
Barely 5 weeks out from my son and his partner’s destination wedding in Portland (we’re all in St Louis), I’d worked through most of the wedding details, but was quickly realizing I needed a trusted partner on the ground to ensure everything went off without a hitch. After interviewing a handful of Day-of-Coordinators, it was clear that Shi was “the one”. She has the required experience, creds and organization, of course -- but she also brings something unique, only visible to the heart -- a beautiful sense of calm, reassurance and sincere partnership -- so important as I was navigating this unfamiliar wedding-planning territory from 2,000 miles away.
Shi quickly grasped my vision for the wedding, offering guidance and thoughtful advice to solidify the plan. With so many moving parts, Shi immediately helped me identify, wrangle and check off the most critical tasks – efficiently keeping me on track in her beautifully gentle way, and echoing my desire to ensure every detail my son and his partner’s special day was perfect.
But Shi’s gentle demeanor is not to be confused with meekness – no, quite the contrary – it is her secret power. When we encountered a major issue with a key vendor, Shi was a lioness protecting her cubs – quickly taking control of the situation with exceptional diplomacy and a positive approach, creating alternate solutions should they be needed, and ultimately maneuvering to the best outcome for all. Shi always takes the high road and it pays off.
Shi’s attention to detail is extraordinary, (so evident as she helped choreograph a unique expression of the unity ceremony) and she has an exquisite sense of design and style. Her “day of” role included flipping a garden-nursery space from ceremony to reception area in under an hour, and it was vital that I trust her to make on-the-fly visual adjustments in the décor, dessert table set-up, etc., as needed to accomplish that tight timeline – and, not surprisingly, every single thing she touched was absolutely gorgeous!
My only regret is not meeting Shi sooner, as I’d have entrusted her with the entire wedding event in a heartbeat. Way beyond her working role, Shi is such a deeply caring individual, even making sure that, in the last hectic days, I was making time for self-care (insisting my son schedule a pre-wedding massage for his mama!), and following up after wedding to share precious candid photos that she had captured. I couldn’t be more sincere about recommending Shi, whom I engaged as a “day of coordinator” but has now become a very dear friend.
When you reach out to her, please ask her to share photos of our most beautiful day together It was magical ...
Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you sooooooo very much Elizabeth for your wonderful review. I truly appreciate your very kind words. I had an absolutely great joy working with you and your family. It's my honor to be part of this beautiful, fun and modern wedding. Thank you for your trust in me and your amazing partnership. -
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Kari G. Sent on 09/27/2022Highly Recommend Working with Shi!
Shi and I worked this summer together as day-of wedding coordinators. Shi is incredibly professional, has wonderful attention to detail, and willingness to do whatever was needed to get the job done - which means making the day flow exactly as the bride and groom envisioned - down to the tiniest detail. We were responsible for setting up all the decor, running all aspects of the ceremony (including the music), making sure the cake and dessert table was set up and ready to go, and, of course, working with all the other vendors to manage expectations and adhere to the overall wedding timeline. We also facilitated all the transitions in the day making sure that everyone (family and wedding party) knew exactly where to be and what to do. We even stepped in as servers for a few hours because the table the bride and groom wanted the wood-fired pizza served on was not adjacent to the food truck. I so appreciated Shi’s can-do attitude in all aspects of the day. She is an absolute pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend working with her as you plan your big day!Event Planner Shi's reply:
Thank you very much Kari for your kind words! I too enjoy very much working with you. You are awesome! ~Sincerely, Shi
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