Effortless Events by Lauren - Day of event coordinator/Decorator

29/10/2024

Recent weddings! Congratulations to all my couples! I'm so lucky to know you and to have been a part of your wonderful day!

27/09/2024

Photo dump of some recent work. Because I'm terrible about posting! 🙃 congratulations to all my Brides and Grooms this year!

11/06/2024

*******Summer Day of Coordination special*********

Hello lovely spouses to be!

Due to having a baby last year, I booked my 2024 lightly because I wasn’t sure how much free time I would have, or would want to spend, doing weddings (full transparency there). Now that I have acclimated to motherhood again, I want to open up some remaining dates I have in 2024 and early 2025 as a summer special! Please see the calendars below for availability! I am offering 6 hours of day of coordination for $625 or 8 hours of day of coordination for $850 for all remaining weekends listed below. If you’re in the market for a “last minute” day of coordinator for your important day, please consider me! I have over 20 years of experience in the wedding industry and come with as many references as you need to feel comfortable with this decision. I am also a wedding decorator so, if your true need is set-up and/or tear down services, I can do it. The unique aspect of my company is that the hours you book me for (6, 8 or even 10 hours) are completely customizable based on your specific needs. Some brides/grooms need help with morning set up of their supplied décor with help getting through the ceremony. Some want full ceremony/reception assistance, and some need more help getting out of a venue by the end of the night without losing precious time cleaning up. If any of these apply to you, I am your girl!

Message me for details, with questions or for references!

Book by June 30th to receive this deal!

Blacked out weekends are not available – weekends boxed in pink are available for booking at this time.

21/04/2024

Vendor reviews are the best "thank you" you can give your vendors! This is SO appreciated! It was a pleasure working with the Kuehl and Price families.

25/02/2024

Yesterday was Amazing! Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Kirksey! You have a beautiful family and a blessed life! Best wishes on your new journey!

02/10/2023

Congratulations to the Sandebergs! I had such a great time getting to know you and your family! It was a beautiful wedding weekend!
It was a pleasure working with the folks at Twin Eagle Lake Estates and Hideout and Party Pro Djs!

31/03/2023

Schumacher wedding at the Schwartz Barn in Highland Illinois- 1-28-23 - this was such a beautiful day! Lacey Schumacher
Day of coordination plus full decor by: Effortless Events by Lauren - Day of event coordinator/Decorator
Event location: Schwarz Barn
Dessert spread by: Covered in Chocolate
Photographers: PureSonic

31/03/2023

Full decor wedding. What's included: full access to my decor, set up, tear down, planning sessions, day of coordination included as well!
This is a small fraction of the decor I have and what I can do.

12/06/2022

Abby and Matt are literally one of the sweetest couples I have ever worked with; with an absolute top notch family. I SO enjoyed coordinating their special day today. Congrats Mr and Mrs Conrad! It was a beautiful wedding at a stunning venue: Red Oak Valley in Owensville. The owners, workers and vendors I worked with today really went above and beyond for each other. To say I was impressed all around is an understatement!

06/05/2022

I LOVE decorating for wedding showers! It's always so fun! Cannot wait to decorate for Jenna and Brock on their wedding day too!

10/02/2022

This is such a beautiful venue, owned and operated by such wonderful people. I cannot recommend it enough. Indoor, outdoor, classic, Gatsby, a little rustic....they've got you covered.. so many styles in one venue to choose from! Contact Jennifer or Shannon today to set up your tour! They book up so fast! The Olde Wicks Factory

It’s been a busy engagement season and our wedding dates are filling up fast! We still have some Fridays and Sundays open for 2022 at a discounted rate, and just about 50% booked for 2023 so far.

We’d love to give you a tour and show you how unique and memorable your wedding could be. Give us a call at (618)651-6323 so we can set something up!

19/01/2022

Gosh I love dreamy winter weddings! I love it even more when my bride gives me carte blanche to do whatever I want to make it look pretty! Haha! A HUGE congratulations to Mr and Mrs Robertson! These two sure make love look easy. Thank you both for allowing me to be part of your special day!
***Cocktail hour decor supplied by Effortless Events by Lauren, wedding centerpieces made by the talented Mrs Robertson! Venue: The Main St Abbey in Columbia Ill (highly recommend)
Side note: I'm currently booking into 2023! Coordination and/or decorator packages available!

24/12/2021

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays to all my friends and family!

19/10/2021

The best way to thank your vendors is by leaving an honest review of their services and a pat on the back for a job well done! Vendor to vendor reviews are also excellent. It shows that a vendor is competent in their field and easy to work with! I am ALWAYS grateful to receive honest and fair reviews!

19/10/2021

Talk about the perfect day! Whew! Samantha and Brandon's wedding at The Forest event center at Wappepello was an absolute dream! There was so much love! What a great family! I love my job!

10/10/2021

I'm no photographer, and these pictures do not even come close to depicting the elegant woodsy wonder that was this wedding. But I was SO honored to be a part of Cali and Josh's big day! I absolutely love this wonderful group of people from Highland, IL. I have made some wonderful friends from coordinating weddings.

22/06/2021

Another stunning wedding at such a cool venue - Congratulations to the Thompsons!

03/06/2021

You're in the thick of wedding planning and it's starting to get hairy. Maybe you've hired an event planner, maybe a day-of coordinator, maybe a friend willing to lend a hand, or maybe you're going hard at it by yourself. If you're in the latter two camps, you may be thinking, "do I need to hire a d...

30/05/2021

Classic, elegant and romantic. The Kalinowski wedding was absolutely timeless. Amazing family and SO much LOVE!

23/10/2020

Had the honor and pleasure of Coordinating for Mr. And Mrs. Welz a couple of weekends ago. One of the most elegant weddings I have ever seen! This venue was absolutely STUNNING. If you're looking for a fun and unique event space, check out The Olde Wicks Factory in Highland, Illinois. A great space that is owned and operated by some truly wonderful people! Also want to give a huge shout out to Todd Thomas at Porta Party Djs in St Louis for making it a REAL party!!
Porta Party DJs

09/10/2020

Another beautiful and fun wedding in the books! With one of my favorite couples EVER! Congratulations Mr and Mrs O'Neal! May your love and life be Blessed. Shout out to Brittany Reed Photography for the gorgeous photos!

05/10/2020

16/08/2020

An elegant and classy Friday evening wedding with a wonderful couple. I'm so glad I was part of your special day!

23/08/2019

Really hoping to get my name out there and get some more interest on my page! So if you could share or recommend me, I'd appreciate it! Thank you all for your amazing support!

20/08/2019