Kristi Marie Events

05/23/2024

Engagement photos are always a good idea. Why?

1 - You get to interact with your photographer before the big day. You become comfortable with how they work and get to know them personally. You spend more time with your photographer on your wedding day than any other vendor. Make sure you like them - not just the photos.

2. You get professional photos that can be used for your Save The Dates or framed for your Welcome Table at your reception.

3. The best reason of all…you have another excuse to show off your ring!! 💍

If you need help finding a great wedding photographer, message us!! We work with some of the best in Arizona!

05/04/2024

Happy Birthday, Brandi!! 💖

Brandi is a rockstar mom, a great friend, and a fantastic wedding coordinator!

If you’ve had the chance to work with Brandi you know she is caring, selfless and always goes above and beyond to make a wedding day incredible. We are so grateful to have her on our team!

04/23/2024

“Everything ran smoothly and seamlessly from set up to ceremony to reception. It was truly the most amazing day of our lives and we couldn’t be more grateful!! Highly recommend working with Brandi!”

Ensuring couples feel seen and heard during the planning process is a priority for the Kristi Marie Events team and Brandi is a pro at making sure couples receive this treatment.

03/09/2024

I cannot believe I have waited this long to introduce you to Kate!

Kate is one of our amazing Event Assistants who loves all the details and always has a beautiful smile on her face when she’s talking to you. Seriously - ALWAYS!

One of Kate’s roles on a wedding day is to be your Coordinators extra set of eyes and hands. While your Coordinator is overseeing the big picture - timeline, vendors, wedding party (the list goes on), Kate is setting up signage, lighting candles, welcoming guests - basically the behind the scenes of the behind the scenes. 😉

All of our Wedding Management packages include an Event Assistant because I strongly feel the extra attention to detail makes all the difference in executing a fabulous experience for your guests.

For couples getting married at a preferred venue, you can easily add an Event Assistant with us. 💖

Message me for details!

01/19/2024

01/14/2024

Downtown Phoenix. The perfect backdrop for Savannah and Tyler’s engagement photos. 💖

After matching on Tinder over five years ago, the couple is saying I do today in downtown Phoenix at their dream venue. Can you guess the venue?!?!

The Icehouse! Its cool industrial vibes and artsy history is the setting for their disco inspired wedding, and we can’t wait to share all the pics!

The newlyweds plans for the future…

1. Music Festivals 🎵
2. Time with Family & Friends 💕
3. Eating and drinking their way through new cities 🍻

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12/31/2023

This past year has been so much fun!!

Can you guess how many weddings we coordinated, designed and planned in 2023?

68!! Crazy, right!

If you would have told me at the beginning of the year that I would close out 2023 with 68 wedding, plus over 100 future weddings on the books, I wouldn’t have believed it. But it’s true!! 💖

Bring on 2024!! Kristi Marie Events is ready for another magical year!😊

12/30/2023

The little moments that make your wedding gallery so special.

Some moments can’t be planned and noted on a list. They just happen. And with the right photographer, they are never missed. 💖

Thank you, for capturing this special moment for our bride, Charlotte.

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12/23/2023

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Winter wedding details might just be my favorite. The red and gold with all the deep greens was absolutely beautiful!!

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12/23/2023

Are you on the naughty list??

Having a Day-Of Coordination onsite at your wedding can help guests stay off the naughty list. 🎄

Our team makes sure guests don’t enter the reception space before your photographer takes a full room shot.

We help the DJ distract any overly pushy guests.

And…the most frustrating mistake we see guests do…is take their phone out during the ceremony. We kindly remind guests that you paid for a great photography and videography team to capture the big day.

12/13/2023

"Kristi - Loren and I finally had our first dinner alone in 2 weeks. We were just saying how great a job you did on the day of. Seamless experience and a really special day."

I'm excited to celebrate and share this review!

Couples on the fence about hiring a Day of Coordinator or Wedding Planner need to hear firsthand how crazy the weeks leading up to your wedding can be.

You will want to spend time with out-of-town guests. You will want to hang out with your wedding party. You will want to relax and do all the pampering a bride and groom deserve. You will want to enjoy this time.

You can't enjoy this time if you are running errands, following up with vendors, sending out timeline edits, etc. If you try and fit these things in with all the fun stuff - the details suffer and the stress starts.

Let us help you enjoy the wedding planning experience! Kristi Marie Events offers packages with various levels of support. We would love to be a part of your wedding planning journey!

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12/13/2023

Some fun things you can personalize and incorporate into your wedding day...

Cocktail Napkins
Drink Toppers
Drink Stirrers
Table Numbers
Ceremony Fans
Monogrammed Pillows (Lounge Area)
Photobooth Printouts
Dancefloor Wrap
Bouquet Ribbons

The list goes on and on! What items are you personalizing?

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12/03/2023

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Engagement season!!

Not only is it engagement season, but it's officially December - the most popular time of the year to get engaged.

Venues are booking quickly, but don't panic! The planning journey is long, and your marriage is even longer.

Start by spending the first few weeks of your engagement talking to each other about what you both envision for your wedding day.

As an experienced planner, I know all the great spots that will match your vision and can provide you with the information needed to help in your venue decision. You'll be securing the perfect venue and date faster than your bestie who scheduled a tour 24 hours after she had the ring on her finger. 😉

10/30/2023

Perfect timing! Sunset photos are complete, lights are just starting to sparkle at the venue, and it's time to celebrate!

When a client books with me, I ask the date (obviously), and I immediately look up the time of sunset.

Sunset plays a big part in creating your timeline. Look it up, write it down, and refer to it often. Or...call us, and we will do it all for you! 💖

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10/29/2023

You know you want photos of your dress, the rings, and your flowers, but have you thought about the little details?

Fun and unique items that are special to you on your wedding day make for great additions to your detail photos.

Everyone has a dress. But not everyone has a blinged-out bottle of V***e Clicquot. Request that special photo. You will love it!

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10/28/2023

Happy Anniversary, Dana and Mike!

No longer newlyweds in the eyes of social science - did you know you're only a newlywed for the first six months?!?!

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10/28/2023

Beautiful and calm, just moments before she walks down the aisle.

Jillian's look is absolute perfection!

While we can't take credit for how beautifully styled Jillian was on her wedding day, it does make me happy to see how calm and relaxed she is during photos. Keeping Brides calm and relaxed - that we will take credit for 😉 💖

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10/25/2023

Can we cheers to this? I just got this AMAZING review from our bride Bianca, and I have to celebrate!! 💖

"They are extremely organized, professional, easy to communicate with, and helped ease my anxiety by ensuring that no matter what, they would go above and beyond to make the day special (and they did just that!). I truly cannot recommend them enough!"

I am so proud of the team I have built and the experience we create together for our clients.

Cheers to teamwork and happy couples!

10/25/2023

This is my very first professional photo as owner of Kristi Marie Events. 💖

When this photo was taken, my business name was Party Bliss. A few years in, I realized I wanted to change the name. I wanted our clients to know who was behind the business they were hiring.

It's me! I have been in the Event Industry 20-plus years. Yup, I'm that old! 😂 I have been a part of over 2,000 events.

I am engaged in every area of my business. If I ever feel like this can't happen, I choose not to do it.

I am building and mentoring a team that shares the same vision and passion for servicing clients.

I am attracting aligned clients who feel connected with the high level of professional event planning support we offer for the special moments in their lives.

If you feel we are a good fit. I would love to connect with you!

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10/23/2023

Passed out!! 😂😴

Our Flower Girl and Ring Bearer from last night’s wedding were on point at ceremony, partied hard on the dance floor, and almost made it to 9 o’clock. I’d say that’s a win!

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10/18/2023

Bubble and sunglasses for the win!

Our bride, Baylee, had so much fun at her reception, and it shows! She incorporated just a few extras, and they made a big impact during open dancing.

What little details will you be adding? Message us for some ideas 💖

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10/16/2023

Don't wait to buy your wedding shoes! Why?

1. You'll need your wedding shoes for your alterations.

2. You'll need to break in your wedding shoes before the wedding day.

3. You'll need money to buy them! Wedding shoes can be expensive. You need to factor them into your budget, or you might not have money left in the budget when you find the perfect pair.

These beautiful shoes looked amazing and completed the wedding look for our stunning bride Jillian. I can't wait to share pictures of her full look!


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10/14/2023

Truth be told, most people get WAY more out of hiring a Wedding Planner than they expected. Like McKenna, who said: "All we had to worry about was showing up and soaking in all of the excitement of the day."

So, if we can make that your only worry on your wedding day, I have to ask. What are you waiting for?!?! This is your sign to reach out and see how we create wedding day magic! 💖

10/14/2023

When having your fur baby at the wedding is a MUST, be sure to...

1. Discuss the rules around pets with the venue prior to signing your contract.

2. Pick them a super cute outfit for the day.

3. Add them to your photography timeline!

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10/13/2023

Imagine...you grow up together, your parents are close friends, you move away, the pandemic hits, you move home, single and ready to give online dating a try. Then....you get matched with the boy you grew up with!!

I'm all about a good love story, and this was one of my favorites! 💖

So excited for your wedding today Sam and Lukas!!

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10/06/2023

Not sure how their wedding pictures are going to top this engagement photo…but I’m excited to find out!! 💖

Bianca and Jason are getting married tomorrow and will be sharing all the beautiful details of their wedding day. Get excited!! It’s going to be AMAZING!! 💖

09/09/2023

It’s wedding day for Jillian and Damian 💖

Excited to be a part of their day with amazing vendors who are always top of our recommended list!

Sneak peek of who will be with us…

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09/08/2023

"If you are considering a day of coordinator, then you need to start and finish with Kristi Marie Events." - Evan

You don't have to take my word for it. Evan thinks it too! 😊

Thank you Evan and Paige, for choosing our team to be a part of your wedding day!!

09/08/2023

Some things I love about his picture...

1. Bethany is simply the BEST - so sweet and fun to work with. That always deserves the top spot on the list. 💖

2. The way Chase captured her smile and the beautiful sunset.

3. And that dress!!!! Love it! 💗

Wedding Planner advice...make sure your dress is comfortable! It doesn't need to be "lounging on the couch comfy," but it does need to feel good all day and night.

If you need recommendations for where to go for dress alterations, message us! We can help!! 💖

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