CoCoFête Events

08/07/2024

Exciting News‼️ We are featured again‼️ This time in magazine‼️ Check out the link below 👇🏽

https://www.munaluchibridal.com/vibrant-tropical-styled-shoot-brings-the-caribbean-to-an-unconventional-venue-in-maryland/

Planning & Design
Photography
Videography
Florals
Rentals
Cake & Treats
Bar & Favors
Live Plants
Stationary
Hair .evanshair
MUA
Clothing .bridal
Officiant

Nicole Campbell of CoCoFete Events with a team of talented black vendors, brought the Carribean to Maryland with this vibrant tropical shoot!

02/06/2024

The past six months have been a journey of highs and lows, but they’ve also sparked incredible growth and evolution. I’m stepping into a new, more luxurious phase in my life, ready to revamp and elevate both my business and personal life. Taking all I’ve learned, I’m prepared to apply these lessons and flourish throughout the rest of the year.

In addition, the first half of this year has brought me incredible, fruitful, and loving relationships for both business and personal. These connections have not only filled me with so much life and excitement but also opened up lucrative business opportunities. I can’t wait to see what the next six months have in store for me!

Here’s to continued growth, success while embracing change and thriving! 🌟💛💪🏽💰💼✨

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06/03/2024

Reflecting on our project journey fills me with gratitude for the phenomenal team I’ve had the privilege to work with. Together, we navigated challenges, celebrated victories, and forged bonds that will last a lifetime. Each member brought their unique skills, passion, and dedication, making our collective success possible and incredibly rewarding!

Thank you all for your collaboration, unwavering support, hard work, and commitment to excellence! Here’s to many more successes together!

Welcome to my tropical paradise!!! 🌴🌴

Planning & Design
Venue
Videographer
Photographer
MUA
Hair .evanshair
Rentals
Florists
Plants
Stationary
Cake
Bartender
Officiant
Groom tuxedos
Bridal & Gala attire .bridal &
Models &

06/03/2024

06/12/2023

09/11/2023

🌴 Out of Office Mode: ON 🌴

Hey everyone👋🏽

I'm taking a break and disconnecting for a while to recharge and enjoy some much-needed downtime. During this time, I won't be as active on social media, but don't worry, I'll be back soon!

If you need to reach me for something important, feel free to send me a direct message, and I'll do my best to get back to you when I can.

Until then, take care, and see you on the other side of this much-needed break! 🏖️😎

09/09/2023

Saturday Tip - Dealing with a Type A bride as a wedding planner can be challenging, but it's essential to provide excellent service and create a positive experience. Here are some tips:

1. Listen Actively: Start by understanding her vision, priorities, and concerns. Show that you genuinely care about her ideas and desires.

2. Set Clear Expectations: Establish realistic timelines and budgets from the beginning. Being transparent helps manage her expectations and reduces stress.

3. Communicate Effectively: Maintain open and frequent communication. Provide updates, share progress, and be responsive to her messages and calls.

4. Be Organized: Type A individuals appreciate structure and organization. Keep detailed records, create checklists, and use project management tools to stay on top of tasks.

5. Offer Solutions: When challenges arise, present solutions rather than problems. Provide options and guide her in making informed decisions.

6. Attention to Detail: Pay meticulous attention to every aspect of the wedding. Type A brides often have specific preferences and want things just right.

7. Be Patient: Type A personalities may be perfectionists and can be demanding. Practice patience and remain calm, even in stressful situations.

8. Provide Regular Updates: Keep her informed about progress, vendor selections, and any changes. This helps her feel in control and reduces anxiety.

9. Respect Her Input: While offering professional advice, respect her choices and preferences. Remember that it's her special day, and her vision should be honored.

10. Anticipate Needs: Try to anticipate what she might need or want before she asks. This proactive approach can impress and reassure a Type A bride.

11. Delegate Tasks: If possible, delegate responsibilities to your team or assistants to ensure all details are handled efficiently.

12. Stay Flexible: Even with a meticulous plan, unexpected issues can arise. Be adaptable and ready to pivot when necessary.

Remember, Type A brides often have high standards, but your expertise and professionalism can help create a beautiful and memorable wedding while keeping her stress levels in check.

26/08/2023

Bringing events to life with a tropical flair is our art, and in the details, we paint the masterpiece of moments that linger in hearts and minds. And now as our dreams unfold, so do the events we create. Here's to expanding horizons and crafting unforgettable moments on a grander stage.

Side note - here’s a sneak peek 🫣 of a tropical paradise event I planned and designed. Stay tuned for the footage captured this past weekend. I can’t wait to share it with you all!!! 💛🌴

Planning & Design
Florals
Stationary
Rentals

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05/04/2023

Exciting News Alert ‼️I finally received my copy of .bride Spring 2023 issue and I’m super excited 😆!!!! It’s the little things for me y’all!!! Every win counts 🙌🏾 Make sure to get your copy and check me out on pages 92-92.

Also, make sure to get your tickets to the expo for this Saturday in College Park, MD and come see me!!!

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22/03/2023

It’s Wedding Wednesday and I’m super excited to share that we are featured in .bride Spring 2023 edition to showcase the beauty of a mother and daughter moment on your wedding day!🥰

Get your copy and checkout our latest feature in .bride 🤩😍

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Hair: .evanshair
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01/09/2022

Well I’m officially 2 years in and enjoying every minute of it!!!🥳 This is a real candid moment captured by my sister while we’re out enjoying ourselves of me responding to my client…lol. I really try to make sure my clients are at peace. When my clients at peace, I’m at peace.

2022 has definitely been a busy, trying, and rewarding year for me. I’ve made some new vendor friends (friendors), increased my clientele and learned a few more tips and tricks along the way.

This year I chose to continue focusing on building my network, collaborating with more wedding and event professionals and educating myself on various things that will help me reach my business goals. Collaborating with other planners and vendors within this industry continues to teach me so much that I’m overjoyed with gratitude.

Wow how time flies! Happy Birthday to !!! I’m so grateful for the amazing connections I’ve made thus far and where I’m destined to go as I continue to build and grow within this industry. I’m also super excited to be attending my first by !!! When I tell you the lord has blessed me….hunny!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

I still have a few more months to go before 2022 is over and all I can say is I’m ready for 2023. Stay turned….

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10/08/2022

My client wanted a simple, yet elegant table decor for her wedding reception and Event Decor & Design did an excellent job executing her vision.



Wedding Planner
Designer & Florist Event Decor & Design

04/08/2022

Well...it has been a busy July for sure but I am super grateful to God and everyone who has supported this business. Keep an eye out for all the lovely pictures from Coleen & James' wedding. Planning this event meant a lot to me and I cannot wait to share the beauty 💛.

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04/08/2022

Hello August! If you’re like me, June & July seemed to pass so quickly. Nevertheless I will not mourn what I cannot change. I intentionally spent time today mapping out this month’s already identified commitments and strategizing some possible connections. More importantly I’ve inserted ‘Out of Office’ time because I have to care for myself. Can’t fill another’s cup if my pitcher is empty. I challenge you today to add self care to your August calendar today.

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12/06/2022

Another beautiful mother and daughter moment!🥰

Check out our latest feature in Capitol Romance! 🤩🥳

https://www.capitolromance.com/2022/06/11/wedding-inspiration-mother-daughter-moment-styled-shoot/

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Hair: .evanshair
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Rentals:
Models: &
Bridal Gown:
Baby Attire:

08/05/2022

Happy Mother's Day!!! All that I am or every hope to be, I owe it to my mother.

"My mother has always been my emotional barometer and my guidance. I was lucky enough to get to have one woman who truly helped me through everything.” —Emma Stone

Photography toridelphotography
Planner+Designer CoCoFête Events

10/04/2022

Congratulations are in order🎉🍾 What a wonderful turnout for the grand opening!!!

30/03/2022

One of my favorite pieces to this guest table design are the napkins folded into little envelopes and sealed with a gold magnolia print. They were so much fun creating and added a touch of uniqueness and elegance that was perfect for my editorial shoot.

“Simplicity carried to an extreme, becomes elegance.” – Jon Franklin.

Planner & Designer: CoCoFête Events
Photographer: toridelphotography
Venue:
Florist: Tasha Flowers
Calligraphy: Cygnus Studio
Rentals: Party Rental Ltd

23/03/2022

I had so much fun creating this guest table for my editorial shoot. It's the simple, yet elegant beauty for me. Hunny......the hunter green velvet linen is everything!!!

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24/02/2022

The colors from my birthday celebration were black, red, gold and yellow. To bring that Caribbean flair to my event I wanted to incorporate tropical flowers such as red ginger, birds of paradise or heliconia, oncidiums, protea pincushions and roses with some tropical greenery such as monstera, emerald and aspedistra leaves.

Floral design by Fleurs d'Ave and CoCoFete Events

This party was also the launch of my business. My business turned 1 last year and I wanted to start 2022 off with a bang! Follow CoCoFête Events for more Caribbean flair planning tips.

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08/02/2022

Planning my 40th birthday celebration and business launch I wanted a tropical 🏝 themed event!!! I had this big open space and wanted to break it up. Give it some dimension in a new funky way that I haven’t seen before and would have my guest feeling as if they were actually in Jamaica 🇯🇲.

So I chose using live plants. Adding live plants to create different spaces throughout the room added such a rich and unique twist to the decor and turned out to be a huge success!

Consider adding live plants! Plants are a great way to breakup a huge space and add some Caribbean flair to your decor!

Book for your wedding or social event. I have a long list of vendors to meet all of your event’s needs!

Planner + Designer
Decor
Rentals
Photographer/Videographer +
Live plants
Florals + +
Cake
Dessert treats .bakery
Calligraphy .creates
Catering
360 booth
DJ
Bar

03/02/2022

Still reminiscing over my event this past weekend! 💛🇯🇲🏝 vibes

Planner + Designer
Decor
Rentals
Cake
Dessert treats .bakery
Live plants
Photography
Videography
DJ
Caterer
Florals
Venue

06/01/2022

Repost: NATE THE GREAT
and the case of the big ONE

“I left a note for my mother. I always leave a note for my mother when I am on a case.”
- Nate the Great

It was a pleasure assisting with the setup of Nate’s 1st birthday party 🥳

Absolutely too cute and precious!! ❤️

Design, styling, centerpieces, panel arch, favors:
Setup assistance: .a.ajayi
Mesh arches, geometric pedestals, kids’ tables + chairs, high chair:
Balloons: with assistance from
Illustrations:
Graphics: Etsy
Panel arch print, cutout props:
Cake, desserts:
Favor boxes, placemats:
Tableware:

01/01/2022

Happy New Year from my family to yours!!! I wish for peace, love, joy and many blessings for 2022! One love ❤️

01/01/2022

2021 Recap:

*Started my year off by becoming a member of the American Wedding Professionals of Greater DC (AWP)

* Joined Planners Who Profit (PWP) program to help jumpstart my business and improve on my business processes

*Celebrated my nephew's 3rd birthday and the christening of my godson 🥳

*Traveled to Deep Creek with friends

*Spoke as a panelist on the PWP virtual conference for wedding and event of planners sharing my experiences as a new business owner

*Did a rebranding photoshoot and updated my website and social media platforms

*Got vaccinated and the booster shot 💉

*Experienced a mental breakdown and took some much needed ME time. So traveled to my home away from home for a month 🇯🇲

*Collaborated with other vendors within the wedding and event planning industry

*Made some new friendors

*Celebrated and participated in the union of my cousin and her husband’s beautiful wedding 🥰

*A winner at the DC Bridal and Wedding Expo ⭐️

*Entered into the AWP Editorial Shoot Competition and placed in every category

*AWP winner...thank you AWP! 😊

*Grieved the loss of a few special people in my life 😢

*Published in 3 wedding magazines 😇

*Officially 1 year in business 😇

*Participated in the surprise engagement of 2 friends❤️ 💍

*Renewed my AWP membership

2021 has definitely put me on an emotional rollercoaster, but it has also shown me that I am resilient and can do all things when I put my mind to it for God and my support system are always on my side. I’ve gained confidence within myself and my business. I am forever grateful and looking forward to what 2022 has in stored for me. One love everyone!

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25/12/2021

Sending love, peace, and happiness to you and your family during this holiday season. Blessings and one love 💕

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28/04/2021

Today was Awesome!!! This was my first time actually speaking on a panel to talk about my journey as a new business owner within the wedding industry and I nailed it! Thank you for this great opportunity and being such an amazing coach! Looking forward to my next big business move .... here’s to the future of CoCoFete Events!

27/04/2021

Finally revamped my website! When I first designed my website, I designed it based on what I saw from other event planner websites, thinking this is how it should look. But I had to take a step back and realize that this look doesn’t represent me or my business in any kind of way. Revamping my website was necessary to ensure it portrays what CoCoFěte Events represents. From the color scheme to the pictures. So, I decided CoCoFěte Events needs a makeover.

The tropical colors and imagery definitely bring out that Caribbean flare we bring to each event. Visit my website at www.cocofeteevents.com and check it out!

31/03/2021

Knowledge is Power!!!