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Adam Sent on 10/13/2025If you want the best, you want Karen!
We can’t say this emphatically enough: Karen is the BEST. She planned my sister’s wedding a few years ago and was so exceptional that hiring her was the ONE thing we knew for sure going into our own wedding. And she somehow managed to exceed even those high expectations!
From the very start, Karen’s organization and communication blew us away. She built a detailed schedule for the entire year and a half before our wedding, complete with customized to-do lists for both of us with appropriate timelines, and she was attentive in keeping everything perfectly on track. Every meeting felt productive and reassuring - she always came prepared, anticipated our needs, and coordinated seamlessly with all of our vendors to make sure no detail was overlooked. She even ensured that none of the groomsmen had a pacemaker which the magnet on the back of the boutonniere could interfere with - she was THAT thorough.
On the wedding day itself, she was equally incredible - calm, attentive, and always one step ahead. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing, which allowed us to be fully present and truly enjoy the day. Even the little things were taken care of - she made sure we had spare meals packed in our getaway car to eat the next morning.
Karen is everything you could want in a planner: organized, thoughtful, professional, and genuinely invested in making your wedding perfect. We’d recommend her to anyone without hesitation - she’s simply the best you could possible ask for.
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Lawrence Sent on 03/28/2026A Wonderful Wedding, Skillfully Led
Our wedding was wonderful, in no small way, thanks to Karen. She guided us through each step of the process, from start to finish. She kept us on a straight path to our goal, always in a bright happy way.
All our friends said how perfect the wedding was. Karen’s skillful hands was what made that happen. I truly recommend Karen. She is a pleasure to work with. -
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Lauren Sent on 03/28/2026Lauren&Larry
From start to finish my experience with St. Augustine Weddings & Events was flawless. From the beginning Karen respected our needs and guided us in the right direction. Our wedding was a perfect one for us because of the guidance and care shown. Karen went beyond what we expected and I would say you’d be lucky to have her services. -
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Harrison Sent on 02/01/2026The Gold Standard in Wedding Planning
If there were a Hall of Fame for wedding planners, Karen would be the first inductee and the standard everyone else is measured against. Hiring her was, without exaggeration, the single best decision we made in the entire wedding process — she is worth every penny and more.
Unless you’ve planned a wedding before, it’s hard to realize just how many decisions, details, and opportunities exist. You may even think you can do it yourself — we toyed with that idea. We could not have been more wrong. Karen saw things we never would have thought to consider and elevated them in ways that completely transformed the experience.
From day one, she operated on a completely different level. Her organization, precision, and command of the process were astonishing. She had a plan for everything before we even knew it was a thing to plan for. For example, by the time we thought to ask about donating our flowers after the event, Karen had already anticipated it, made arrangements, and had a plan in place if we chose to move forward.
Another example: our wedding was initially planned to be outdoors. Karen had been closely monitoring the forecast and knew well in advance that moving inside was a real possibility. When that decision ultimately had to be made, my wife and I were overwhelmed and unsure how to proceed. What we didn’t realize was that Karen had been quietly coordinating behind the scenes for weeks — working with every vendor, building a detailed backup plan, getting vendors to arrive early, swapping out our contracted outdoor heaters for beautiful indoor décor, and ensuring the entire transition happened seamlessly. What could have been chaotic was instead calm, elegant, and flawless.
Karen’s foresight extended from the biggest logistical challenges to the tiniest details. Even something as small as making sure the whipped cream at our hot chocolate bar wasn’t sitting in a generic container — but instead beautifully styled with a stitched cover that matched the overall design — never escaped her attention. Nothing was overlooked.
At the same time, Karen never made it feel like the wedding wasn’t ours. She didn’t take decisions away from us — she made them better. We still got to do all the fun parts: choosing the flowers, the décor, the cake, the band, and the overall feel of the day — but she handled the hard parts and presented us with thoughtful options so every decision felt easy and exciting.
Timelines were immaculate, communication was constant and crystal clear, and every step felt intentional and calm — even when the behind-the-scenes complexity was enormous. She anticipated issues before they existed, solved problems without ever involving us, and made decisions with confidence and taste that we trusted completely. Every single vendor — and I truly mean every single one — told us that out of all the planners they work with, Karen is by far the best. Vendors respected her, trusted her, and knew that when Karen was involved, everything would run smoothly.
What truly sets Karen apart is that she somehow combines absolute mastery with genuine care. For her, the wedding is about more than just a beautiful event — she never lost sight of what it was really about: the love between you and your partner and the beginning of your life together.
On the wedding day itself, she was nothing short of extraordinary. While everyone else was celebrating, she was orchestrating dozens of moving parts flawlessly and with total composure. Because of her, we were fully present. We felt taken care of in ways that went far beyond what we ever expected. She handled big things, tiny things, emotional things, and logistical things — all of it — in a way that borders on superhuman. The most common phrase my wife and I kept saying that day was, “Thank goodness for Karen.”
If you are considering hiring Karen, do it. I cannot recommend her enough. There is no upgrade beyond her. -
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Cheryl Sent on 09/21/2025Best night ever, worth every penny
Karen is just amazing at her job! I don't even know where to begin! Her attention to detail and her memory of phone conversations and texts and panic calls when you think of something at 2am, is outstanding. She is also calm, collected, professional, kind, caring and fun. She truly wants to see your vision come to life. My son and DIL's wedding was more than I could have dreamed of. Everything was just handled. She would appear out of nowhere and hand us a beverage. She would appear out of nowhere and do a quick check in. Her staff was fabulous. Every single thing went smoothly, if something was amiss, she handled it, and I never knew! I am so thankful that Karen was behind this beautiful event. Hire her, you will not be disappointed! -
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Kristin Sent on 05/19/2025Best. Day. Ever.
St. Augustine Weddings was great to work with! My husband and I worked with Karen Erwin specifically and she was amazing. Very communicative and scheduled but also very flexible. We had frequent scheduled calls to make sure we were on task which helped me quite a bit because we are out of state so I could not physically be there all the time. I never thought I wouldn't have a question answered and she was always available by phone or email. Karen thought of things that I would have completely forgot about or did not even think about. She never pushed anything, gave advice but also made sure everything was my final decision. She had great vendors to recommend for everything and we could not have picked a better team to work together on our wedding day. The day itself ran very smooth with no hiccups. A lot of my friends and family said it was the most fun and well organized wedding they have ever been to. It was the best day of our lives and we have Karen to thank for that! -
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Madison Sent on 05/12/2025The Golden Egg of Wedding Planners
Where to begin! Karen with St. Augustine Weddings and Special Events is thorough, knowledgable, professional, compassionate, and a joy to work with. In recapping our special day of April 6, 2025 at Lightner Museum, we had only roses to discuss and no thorns (which is rare!). Throughout the planning process, Karen curates a custom wedding checklist with tasks and due dates so you never question when you have a balance due, need to order your guest book, or even order extra black socks for the groomsmen in case they forget (which came in handy by the way). Wedding planning has a negative association in society making brides believe it is stressful and unenjoyable, Karen proved that stereotype to be WRONG! I am so happy to say I had zero stress with Karen's attention to detail and organized timelines. I will even go as far to say that I miss our wedding planning phone calls, as she made the process so enjoyable. Karen has so much knowledge to give whether you are needing guidance on venue selection, finding the perfect vendors for your wedding day, and even places for your out of town guests to stay for your wedding. I cannot recommend St. Augustine Weddings & Special Events enough. If you get the opportunity to work with Karen and her team, consider yourself a very lucky girl as they are true gems! Thank you St. Augustine Weddings for giving my husband and I the wedding of our dreams and for going the extra mile always! -
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Lara Sent on 01/05/2025Couldn't have done it without them!
Highly recommend St. Augustine Weddings and Karen Erwin. She was highly attentive and thought of every little detail and potential issue that we could have never realized on our own. Karen had great recommendations for other vendors and was extremely knowledgeable about our wedding venue (Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club), which made our wedding day go so smoothly, even with over 200 guests. With Karen at the helm we were fully able to relax and have fun on our wedding day, which is truly priceless. Karen is a bargain based on the amount of hours she was willing to meet and talk through every little desire I had for the day, and went through great lengths to bring them to life. She was extremely helpful with keeping me on track with all the planning tasks and ensuring that there was no mad scramble within the last two months. We heard nothing but good feedback from our guests regarding every aspect of our wedding day, and I truly attribute that to all the behind the scenes work and recommendations from Karen. -
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Matthew Sent on 12/15/2024Karen is a superstar!
Choosing Karen as our wedding planner was the best decision we made! She took the time to understand us and our vision, and made it come to life perfectly.
One thing I really appreciated about Karen’s process was how much work she did behind the scenes to make our decision-making easy. We could make decisions with minimal stress knowing that every vendor that Karen presented had already been well-vetted and could match our vision for the day.
I cannot thank Karen enough for her hard work, dedication, and professionalism. If you are looking for a wedding planner who will listen to your vision, keep things organized, and make your day absolutely stress free, look no further. Thank you for making our wedding everything we dreamed of!!
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Yvonne Sent on 12/07/2024Saved by a True Professional!!
I contacted Karen after an unfortunate event occurred with my daughter’s wedding planner about 6 weeks prior to her wedding. Karen was booked for the wedding date but she took time to guide us in the right direction. Not only did she help us find the perfect planners to assist with everything with very little time to spare, but she also took time to check on us periodically throughout the process. I could not believe she was so concerned about people who were not even her clients! She truly loves her job and knows the ins and outs of wedding planning like the back of her hand. She took a hysterical puddle of a human (that was me) and built her back into an excited Mother of the Bride! My daughter’s wedding turned out more beautiful than I could have imagined! Without Karen, we would not have gotten to the finish line and I will forever be indebted to her kindness and professionalism. If she did that for someone who wasn’t her client, I can only imagine what she puts into a “real” client’s wedding. Thank you, Karen!! -
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Olivia Sent on 12/07/2024Dream Wedding Planner!!!
From the moment I met Karen, I knew my wedding would be everything I dreamed of and more. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Karen turned the entire process into a joyful and seamless experience.
What truly sets Karen apart is her incredible ability to listen to our vision and translate it into action. She took the time to understand every little detail of my vision, no matter how specific to us as a couple. From the floral arrangements to the seating chart, Karen made it her mission to bring our ideas to life exactly as we had imagined. She always made us feel heard and validated, offering creative solutions that perfectly aligned with what we wanted.
Karen’s ability to build genuine relationships with my husband, me, and my family was one of the most special parts of working with her. From the very beginning, she made an effort to get to know each of us on a personal level, taking the time to understand not only what we wanted for our wedding but also who we are as individuals. She was warm, approachable, and endlessly patient, ensuring that everyone felt included in the process. By the time the big day arrived, Karen felt like part of the family. Her kindness and attentiveness made everyone feel valued and supported, which created such a positive and collaborative atmosphere throughout the entire planning journey.
On top of that, Karen’s connections with a variety of fantastic vendors made the entire process so much easier. Every vendor she recommended — from the photographer to the DJ —was professional, talented, and clearly respected Karen. Having vendors who trust and admire Karen’s expertise made a world of difference; it felt like everyone was working together seamlessly to make my day perfect.
And then, on the wedding day, the weather had other plans. Rain threatened to disrupt everything, and I was bracing for a stressful, disappointing day. But Karen had already prepared for this possibility. She had a full backup plan in place and had double-set everything to ensure that, no matter what, my wedding would go off without a hitch. Even though we were able to have the day outside, Karen’s flexibility and action-oriented mindset made me feel comfortable and stress-free on the wedding day. Karen’s ability to adapt, stay organized, and think ahead sets her apart.
Every detail of the day still reflected our style, personality, and love story—even with the last-minute changes. Thanks to Karen’s expertise, her incredible vendor network, and her organization, our wedding was not only beautiful but also felt like everything I had dreamed it would be.
If you want a wedding planner who listens intently, cares deeply, works with amazing vendors, and handles even the most unpredictable challenges with grace, Karen is the one. -
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Richelle Sent on 04/09/2024Karen is Amazing!
One of the best decisions we made for our daughter’s wedding was having Karen as our wedding planner! My daughter wanted her wedding at Ponte Vedra Inn in Ponte Vedra, FL, but we are not from the area, so we were initially a bit concerned about finding vendors and organizing everything. We needn’t have worried. Karen made the whole process so seamless! She found us fantastic vendors including florals, photography, videography, hair and make-up, lighting, and musicians. Everyone she recommended was so nice and did such a great job! She made sure everything for the special day was just how my daughter and her husband had envisioned it! Karen provided us timelines of when things needed to be decided and paid which was so incredibly helpful! She was always available for questions and was so kind to work around our schedules and have calls with us in the evenings. Karen also had many great suggestions along the way, many of them for things we hadn’t even thought about, but were a big hit at the wedding like fun LED wands for dancing at the reception. On the day of the wedding, we were all relaxed knowing Karen had things well organized. The ceremony and reception all turned out so beautifully, and that was in large part thanks to Karen! I highly, highly recommend Karen and St. Augustine Weddings! -
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Payton Sent on 04/02/2024Stress Free Wedding of Our Dreams
We truly have nothing but positive things to say about Karen and her team! My fiancé and I both felt nervous to start the process of planning a wedding, just knowing how stressful they can be. There wasn’t one moment where we felt overwhelmed by stress and we always knew the next step of the process and what we needed to do. Karen had consistent calls set up with us and made my fiancé and I feel so involved. She was able to capture the image we had in our heads, and every single detail on our day was exactly how we had envisioned it. She was also able to line up an amazing list of vendors for us, and took care of most of the communication with them for us. I would recommend her and her team to anyone I know getting married - she’s the best! -
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Kathleen Sent on 08/28/2023
The "best of the best"!
We were referred to Karen by a friend and after speaking with several venues, quickly learned she was the "best of the best". We were very fortunate to have her as our wedding planner. She is incredibly talented and knows the wedding and St. Augustine/Jax market very well. She assisted with vendor selection and took over 6 weeks out. She is the perfect mix between kind and highly organized and kept us on track along with all our vendors. She made my daughters wedding planning and wedding day very special! -
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Ashlyn Sent on 07/20/2023Stress-free Wedding Day!
Karen Erwin was an amazing wedding planner! From start to finish, she managed every detail flawlessly, making my daughters special day absolutely perfect. She carefully listened to how we wanted the day to go, and made it happen. Instead of givng guest a choice of protein for the dinner, she suggested a Duet. Each guest was given both the Mahi & Chicken in smaller portions. That way we did not need to mail out an extra card and hope that people mail it back. Such great advice!!
Highly recommend her serrvices for a stress-free and magical wedding! -
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Victoria Sent on 06/14/2023The best decision I made!
Karen Erwin was absolutely amazing! I am a night shift critical care nurse which can be stressful enough without planning a wedding. She worked around my hectic work schedule and made me feel at ease with everything. Me and my now husband moved here 2.5 years ago from the Midwest so we didn’t know where to even begin with vendors, everyone she recommended were amazing. The day couldn’t have been more perfect. It was everything I hoped for and more. I will forever be recommending her to everyone. -
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Sunshine Sent on 01/30/2023The Fairy Godmother of wedding planning!
From the very first introductory phone call, I knew that Karen was my wedding planner. We went with her full-service package and it was incredibly worth it. Karen is probably the most thorough person that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Each time we spoke we would break down the calendar checklist she created at the start of the process. This was essential and ensured that nothing was left until the last minute. Our engagement was roughly 9 months and in that timeframe when someone would ask me about wedding planning or if I was getting overwhelmed or stressed out; I would simply state that I have the world's best wedding planner and that the process was flawless. On the wedding day, Karen and her team made it so that a rainy beach wedding was still the best day ever! Her team will work tirelessly to ensure that you have the best day of your life! -
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Madison Sent on 12/08/2022Karen is a must have for the perfect wedding!
Karen is a super woman who knows what she is doing! She was an essential part leading up to and on the wedding day, and made the day of go by SO SMOOTHLY. If there were any hiccups, the bride and groom won't be the ones dealing with it. Karen and her team went above and beyond to make sure my husband & I had the most magical day. She is detail oriented, a great communicator, has A TON of wedding experience, and just took so much stress off of my shoulders as a bride. Her creativity, advice, and help throughout the entire process will always be appreciated as we remember this magical day for the rest of our lives! -
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Lauren Sent on 06/24/2022Wow! Exceptional!
Karen literally was my right hand woman (in conjunction with my mom) during the wedding planning process. Her thorough research and relationships on best vendors, communication, and overall “going above and beyond” attitude as she approached every aspect of the process, was incredible. Not only was she efficient and kept every single detail at top of mind (while planning other weddings mind you), she remained organized, calm, thoughtful and was a great sounding board during stressful times on my end. Karen over the past year has truly become an integral part of our lives, and we consider her family at this point. I encourage every single bride who has the ability to hire a wedding planner to PLEASE seek her out. You will be forever grateful and thankful that you did. Karen, thank you a million times over! The ONLY thing I regret about our wedding is not getting a photo with you the day of the wedding ♥️ -
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Jeffrey Sent on 04/24/2022Wedding Planning Services
I cannot put into words how exceptional Karen was throughout our wedding process. My wife and I both have very hectic schedules and Karen was very flexible and patient with us during the wedding planning process. She is extremely detail oriented and well organized, which allowed my wife and I to focus on our big day knowing that we were in good hands. On the day of the wedding, Karen and her team were extremely professional and made sure that we had an outstanding, memorable occasion. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding planner in the St. Augustine area. -
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Rebecca Sent on 11/17/2021Excellent!
Karen and her team are EXCELLENT!!! Karen is a true professional and expert in her field of wedding planning! Leading up to the wedding she kept me on task- always kind and gracious even when I was a little behind in my "wedding to do" list. She offered encouragement and helped me focus on what was important in the wedding planning process and helped with any etiquette questions I had. The weekend before the wedding I had no anxiety because I knew and trusted Karen and her expertise. Wedding day was the best day of our lives and many thanks go to karen for that- she kept things moving smoothly and helped us have the most perfect day! Thank you Karen for everything you did to make our day perfect!!! -
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Jordan Sent on 08/22/2021Must use them!
Karen Erwin is the single most best wedding planner there is. My wedding day went seamlessly due to her impeccable taste and meticulous planning. 10/10. -
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Kristie Sent on 07/11/2021Best Wedding Planner Ever!!
Karen Erwin and her team are truly the best in the business! My wedding was extremely detail oriented, with several different locations, and more than 20 vendors. Karen handled everything with true professionalism, timeliness, and care. She met with me frequently throughout the planning process and made sure that everything was exactly as I wanted it. Despite all her original hard work, the wedding was postponed due to COVID, and yet again Karen contracted with all the vendors, found a new date and orchestrated the same event a year later. I can honestly say that without Karen, her team, and her contact list, my wedding would not have been as perfect as it was and the event that people are still talking about. If you're wedding planning, do yourself a favor and hire Karen/St. Augustine Weddings! -
Amber Sent on 07/11/2021
Highly Recommend!!
I would recommend St Augustine Wedding and Special Events to any couple looking to have the most professional and well organized planning service for their big day! We had a Covid postponed event and Karen and her crew were super flexible and understanding with all the changes we experienced. Ultimately when it came time for our wedding reception, I felt they had done such a fantastic job planning and prepping with ALL of our other vendors that all we had to do was have fun and enjoy the time with our family friends. I could not have imagined our day without them on our team! -
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Kayla Sent on 05/10/2021Stress free, relaxing and enjoyable day for this MOB!
In August 2018, my daughter and I began planning her and Josh's wedding for April 2020. From the first moment we met Karen, we knew we wanted her to be their "day of coordinator". Each time we contacted Karen, she responded promptly and answered all of our questions. Throughout our planning process, there were several changes that had to be made. Karen was there to help with them all. Then the biggest change of all...covid hit and they had to postpone their wedding until 2021! Kayla and Josh went ahead and had a small family wedding at home in Georgia and postponed their Palm Coast, FL wedding to April 17, 2021! Once again, Karen helped with all of the changes! She is very professional and organized and obviously loves her job! On the wedding day, we had to make a few more changes due to weather. Karen took all the wedding day stress away and I completely enjoyed being a "mom" at my daughters wedding! Karen was so much more than just a "day of coordinator". She went above and beyond her job! Kayla and I thoroughly enjoyed our time together planning with Karen! She has been a complete blessing and friend to us! -
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Drake Sent on 04/12/2021Best Wedding Planner Ever
Karen went above and beyond our expectations throughout the entire process. Given that our initial wedding was cancelled due to Covid and we had to reschedule another wedding a year later - situations which none of us, including Karen, have ever undergone - she was patient, encouraging, and positive throughout the entire time. There was no way we could have summoned up the courage to see our rescheduled wedding through if it wasn't for her. She was super organized, punctual, and accommodating throughout the entire process. When it came time for the actual wedding, every detail had been thought out, and we received compliments from everyone. My wife has a specific style and Karen made sure to work with her style and support my wife's every decision. She helped us plan our dream wedding even through these unprecedented times and make our dreams become a reality despite the obstacles. I would recommend Karen to anyone! -
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Andrea Sent on 03/20/2021Karen is the Fairy Godmother on your Magical Day that every Bride should have!
My now husband and I had the pleasure of working with Karen for 2 years due to COVID wedding postponements, we were finally married on 01-30-21! While the postponement itself was incredibly stressful, one of our silver linings was the opportunity to get to know Karen better throughout that extended timeframe. Karen is absolutely incredible, and we could NOT have transitioned our original wedding date without her. Karen’s attention to detail, calming spirit, professionalism, and true dedication to her couples’ wedding day is UNMATCHED!
During the planning process she reviewed our contracts and provided endless insight on things we had NO idea about or would never have thought of, always offering sound perspective that we were truly thankful to have! Through our original postponement in March 2020, she compassionately worked with us as needed at all hours of the day making the postponement as easy as it could be given the circumstances.
Two weeks before our NEW wedding date, our venue had to change. As an out-of-state couple, this was absolute chaos. We were unable to see our new venue prior to arriving 4 days before the wedding, and Karen was absolutely AMAZING at stepping in and Facetiming us for a virtual tour of our new space, as well as handling all communication of the venue change to our vendors! By our wedding day, it did not feel OR look like our wedding was supposed to be somewhere else. We brought in much of our own wedding décor and her and her team staged everything beautifully.
Karen is absolutely wonderful. Her timeline on our wedding day was seamless. She was always so prepared and organized, I can honestly say I experienced a complete worry-free day and I attribute most (if not all) of that to her! Overall, our wedding planning experience was jam packed with twist and turns, and she demonstrated her ability to work through all of those issues seamlessly and head-on. As a bride with little guidance from parents or family, Karen was the experienced-mother-helping-me-plan that every bride should have!
Karen, thank you so much. You are heaven sent, we love you and cannot thank you enough for all you did for us! Our wedding day was even BETTER than we could have imagined it to be, thanks to you! -
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Pam D. Sent on 12/08/2020
Mother of the Bride
Karen was exceptional to work with! Her level of organization really impressed me (and I am a hyper organized person)! She helped make my daughter’s wedding dreams come true and I will always be truly thankful !!! Plus she’s someone you want to stay in touch with ☺️ -
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Lindsey Sent on 10/16/2020Best decision we made!
Of all the decisions we made while planning our wedding, choosing Karen to help us plan our big day was by far the best we made. Planning a wedding comes with some stress, especially when a pandemic breaks out in the middle of the process. Karen was there every step of the way to ensure all our needs were met. She spent so much of her time getting a feel for our wedding vision and was available for a quick question at all times. Her years of experience and amazing organization skills helped create the perfect wedding. She pays attention to the littlest of details and is quick to problem solve when something comes up.
Come wedding day we had gone over every detail multiple times to make sure everything went the way we expected. Karen and her team made everything run so smoothly, we didn’t have to stress about a thing on our big day. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. We truly cannot thank Karen enough for all she did to help make sure we had the wedding of our dreams.
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User1182373 Sent on 07/16/2020Amazing personal service and commitment to excellence
My daughter had to move her wedding TWICE due to COVID-19! Karen was with us EVERY step of the way thinking of all the details before I could even ask her. She is thoughtful, kind and professional. We are so thankful for her many years of experience and her relationships with other vendors. We are so thankful for Karen. -
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Caitlyn Sent on 04/15/2020Made our wedding an absolute dream!!
I would 1000% recommend Karen and her team at St. Augustine Weddings to any bride in the North Florida area! If you are questioning whether getting a wedding planner is worth it, I can GUARANTEE you that it is - and if you are trying to find someone who will deliver and outperform on the value of their services, you need Karen Erwin. She made our wedding planning easier than I had ever imagined, especially when I was a bride planning from out of state and busy with a professional life and in law school.
TLDR: our vendors loved her and worked very well with her (which I realized is critically important), she helped anticipate and preempt any issues we might anticipate, she ensured that my husband & I's wishes, vision and priorities for the day all were met and executed even better than we hoped, the month before the wedding was the least stressful month of wedding planning and let me enjoy the excitement and build-up of the big day.
Karen and her team made our wedding planning and day-of wedding better than we could have imagined! I was a bride who was getting married in Florida (my homes state) while living in NYC, and at first I was stressed about the logistical concerns involved with planning a wedding from afar but did not have any doubts with Karen leading our team. I selected her because she came very highly recommended by our venue, which to me is the most important indicator of how good a planner is (in our heads, Instagram shots are great and they show the visuals that your florist/decorator/venue provides but they have a hard time capturing if food service was timely, the band set-up was perfect, and if guests were able to get easily drinks from the bar). This decision was consistently reaffirmed when we told our other vendors who our planner was and they all gushed about how great she was to work with and reiterated what great hands we were in.
We utilized Karen on a semi-regular basis leading up the wedding and then used her full assistance the month before. In the months before, she was beyond helpful in making sure that my mother, mother-in-law, and I were on track with planning, that we didn't overlook any details, and gave advice on how to make the event seamless and stress-free. She always had suggestions when we asked for advice regarding how to approach vendors, what options/packages/scheduling would be best to deal with concerns such as guest flow, visuals and aesthetics, and making sure our guests were well taken care of; but what was special to me was that she always hedged her advice with "this is your wedding, it should meet your vision" and always encouraged me to be as frank and forthright as I could be when something wasn't exactly like I had envisioned it - even if it was not one of her original suggestions. She understood our priorities for the day (taking care of our guests, making sure everyone had fun, and making sure the wedding represented my husband and I). Like I said, I'm in law school now, and the month before the wedding (when everyone said things would be the most chaotic) we had weekly calls with Karen where she updated me on all of the conversations she had with our venue, vendors, band, church and our parents and would tell me how she had been able to finalize all the details I had been concerned I'd have to manage alone in the weeks leading up to the big day - it was such a huge help. I didn't have to think through concerns with day-of timing, confirming details with vendors, the stress of communicating our seating charts, or figuring out what to tell bridesmaids/groomsmen to help them prepare.
I'm sure he will be on this site as well writing his own review, but I also loved that Karen always made sure that my husband was included in the process and that they were able to develop a relationship themselves. We had seen that for some of our friends, wedding vendors are quick to prioritize the bride and make sure it was special for her but put less focus on the groom- but to me and my husband, we wanted the day to reflect both of us - which included him, his personality, and his hopes as well (which was most importantly great food, great music, and happy guests) and Karen and her team consistently looked out for his interests as well. It made sense to us to start the marriage from Day 1 at the wedding as a team and to have your marriage reflect you as a couple, not just a bride, and it was so special to us to have a team of vendors led by Karen that helped make this a priority for us.
Karen also was so willing and easy to work with not only me and my husband, but my mother and now mother-in-law. She knew how much I valued their help and was more than willing to work with them directly when needed on details that I was happy to turn over, and always confirmed with me that their conversations matched what I wanted.
Overall - I had such a great experience with Karen and her whole team. They made me feel so special as the bride, and our confidence in Karen and her work allowed my family and I to focus only on getting married and celebrating on the big day. -
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Donna Sent on 08/08/2019Stress Free Wedding
As the parents of the bride we cannot thank Karen Erwin and her staff enough, for making our daughter's wedding perfect. There were no details too big or small for Karen to handle for the perfect day. As a DIY kinda gal I was not in favor of having a wedding planner, however after the first meeting with Karen I realized how vital she was in making the dream a reality. She was quick to reply to all question & made sure our daughter stayed on task with the many details that needed to be addressed. Karen was even able to add a couple last minute special requests w ease. The days leading up to the wedding & the wedding day were filled with love & happiness that were priceless. -
Taylor Sent on 08/06/2019
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I can’t imagine our wedding without St Augustine Wedding and Events. Karen (the owner) handles wedding planning with finesse by combining her funny and kind personality with hard work to get things done. Since Karen and her team only take on so many clients per year, she is able to give you individualized help in planning and executing your day. She also was able to curate an amazing vendor selection, because she has been in the industry for so long. The following are just a couple of ways she exceeded my expectations.
If there is a question to be asked, you can be sure Karen has thought of it. During the week leading up to the wedding, I remember asking her about some concerns about how a vendor was going to be setting up. To my suprise, Karen had already met with the vendor at my venue and put my nerves at ease. Whenever I had a question, Karen either knew the answer or followed up quickly. My hair and make-up ladies raved about her, because she is one of the few planners who confirm with them.
When my wedding day came, everything went perfectly. The morning went off without a hitch, but by the time I was in the bridal suite, I remember seeing rain. Since we were planning on getting married outside, I was just waiting for Karen to come in and tell me we would have to move to plan B. I'll never forget the smile on my face when she walked into the room with a radar on her phone. She said don’t worry it will be done in minutes and we will reset. Thanks to her devotion and quick thinking, I was able to have my dream wedding by the water.
If you are lucky enough to have Karen and her team available for your day, I highly recommend booking her as quickly as possible.
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Margaret Sent on 05/31/2019Karen made my daughter's dream come true.
Because of Karen, my daughter and I were able to enjoy her entire wedding planning process and wedding day together!! She is perfectly organized and attended to every tiny detail of the event. I never imagined that the day could be so stress-free, but Karen and her staff had EVERYTHING under complete control. As the mother of the bride, I was able to thoroughly enjoy myself, as was my husband. Karen is a consummate professional, but she is also warm and a joy to be around. Choosing her as our coordinator was the best decision that we made for the wedding!!! -
Jordan Sent on 05/31/2019
Karen is unparalleled in her professionalism, expertise, and kindness!
I could never begin to express my thankfulness to Karen. My wedding was the perfect day I have dreamed of ever since I was a little girl, and that is largely in part due to her services. Karen somehow strikes this amazing balance between being assertive and professional (she gets stuff DONE, y’all!) while being completely understated, sweet, and unobtrusive. Because of her, my mom and I both were able to enjoy my wedding day and commit these lifelong memories to heart instead of worrying about timelines, vendors, and the happiness of our guests. From helping in the planning process to ensure no detail was left out, to being a kind listening ear if I was ever anxious (or just really excited and wanting to share :)), to coordinating and handling everything on my wedding day, Karen and her team made the whole process a dream. My family and I have said it a hundred times - it was the best money we spent on my wedding. Hands down. -
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J Byrd Sent on 03/23/2019
Personal and exceptional service, exceeded our expectations!
Karen is an outstanding wedding planner who helps with personal touches and makes sure every detail is implemented exceptionally! Her organization is incredible and so helpful for making sure everything runs very smoothly! She has excellent recommendations for vendors, she tells the truth in a straightforward and realistic manner, and she is amazing at helping accomplish the vision for the wedding! Could not recommend more highly! -
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Ashley Sent on 12/12/2018Amazing wedding planner
Karen was awesome to work with! She was always was well organized and on time. Nyra and I are so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Karen. Karen and her team were extremely professional and provided quality customer service. They went above and beyond. We received wonderful feedback from family and friends on how lovely, professional Karen and her team were. We have already recommended St Augustine Weddings and Special Events to our friends! -
Rob Sent on 12/11/2017I cannot say enough great things about our experience working with Karen. Living in Baltimore-having an incredibly well organized planner was imperative for our dream destination wedding in St. Augustine. Karen was that, and so very much more. We chose our venue (The Treasury) and then after a few conversations with several planners we felt confident Karen was going to be the perfect fit for us. She really took the time to learn what we were looking for in our wedding (which I loved) and then cater those wants towards making some incredible recommendations from there. Every single vendor she recommended was truly the best of the best. Karen did a FANTASTIC job of working with our limited availability to make sure we maximized our time by setting up full itineraries for us when we came down for wedding planning. I heard several times from vendors that the only reason we were able to get a particular afternoon weekend appointment was because it was Karen who had requested it (her reputation is outstanding among the local vendors). Her ability to keep track of all the vendors, make suggestions on their contracts, and keep us fully aware of when money was due was beyond appreciated. Trust me-when the wedding was just a few weeks away and all the vendors were ready to be paid, having Karen there to calmly keep track of everything without our heads spinning in circles was a true blessing! The way she communicated throughout our year long planning process was crucial to my bride and I going into our wedding weekend feeling super calm and without a stress in the world. We 100% knew that Karen was on top of everything. The ability to truly just enjoy our special day is something that we cannot put a price on. Coming from an ultra involved Groom, Karen was the perfect planner for both myself and my bride. We owe her so much for helping make our wedding weekend absolutely perfect!
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Allyson Sent on 11/03/2017Having Karen working my wedding was a lifesaver. I honestly would have given up without her help and guidance. First off, she is extremely organized! She has sheets to fill out to arrange every detail of the ceremony and reception. She gives great advice on any question you may have regarding the order of events, traditions, or other details that you don’t even realize until you’re a bride. She is extremely punctual and efficient. For me, her services started about a month before the wedding. She handled communication with all my vendors and coordinated the event timeline to make sure everyone was on the same page. Whenever it looked like there could be a potential problem, she already had a back up plan in motion. She got to know me, as a person, and understand which elements were most important to me. When the weather didn’t look so good, I wasn’t even worried because I knew she would have everything under control. The day of the wedding I literally didn’t have to lift a finger, everything was already planned and discussed in advance. Everything was displayed and decorated exactly the way I wanted it to be. Her excellent service allowed me to focus on enjoying the moments with my husband, friends, and family. She even treated my family so well, everyone was impressed with her work. Her assistants were also amazing! They went above and beyond to make the day everything I wanted. Overall my wedding was everything I dreamed of and more, it was executed perfectly, thanks to Karen and her team.
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Lindsay Sent on 12/01/2015Karen Erwin and her team were absolutely the best decision we made in the wedding planning process. From the moment we first spoke on the phone it was clear that Karen has had plenty of experience in wedding planning and event planning in North Florida. Everyone asks me how it was possible to have so much fun planning a wedding and my answer every time is: Karen Erwin.
The wedding schedule was absolutely perfect. She had every detail included on the timeline so that everything ran smoothly. As a bride who gets easily stressed, I found that the entire wedding weekend ran smoothly because of how the schedule was planned out. All we had to do was show up. And that is absolutely priceless, especially for my parents who were able to just enjoy the day without having to worry about details.
Detail oriented is probably one of Karen's stand out qualities. She takes note of every detail and thought from her bride and parents. We would be having a conversation a month before the wedding and she would reference something that I mentioned wanting in our conversation from a year before.
Karen and her team are a MUST HAVE for every bride and family planning a wedding. She helped us stay in budget and ultimately ended up saving us a lot of money. Planning a wedding out of town can be very tricky for some, but Karen was able to help us select vendors, travel plans, and accommodations that made all the decision making very easy on our end.
I cannot say enough good things about how amazing the actual wedding day was. I never felt rushed. I was able to soak in all of the festivities because I knew Karen would have everything handled. She brought our vision to life. Karen was there for us every step of the way. She was so easy to get in touch with throughout all of the planning. Very responsive to texts, emails, and phone calls.
A wedding planner is the best investment you can make in your wedding planning and if you want the BEST, get Karen Erwin.
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