Melissa Fancy Weddings & Events

Andrew Rygiel 7 months ago

If you are looking for a wedding planner who combines visionary creativity with perfection, look no further than Melissa. Calling Melissa a "planner" feels like an understatement; she is an architect of experiences and genuinely a friend now. From our very first meeting, it was clear that Melissa operates at a different level. We gave her creative freedom and she delivered! She came to us with a complex vision—including a ceremony lit by over 1,200 candles and a high-energy reception—and she executed every single detail with grace and authority. Why Melissa is in a league of her own: Obsession with Detail: Melissa doesn’t just "check boxes." She anticipates needs we didn’t even know we had, ensuring the "guest experience" was top notch. Every floral placement, every lighting cue, and every transition was polished to perfection. She ensured the aesthetic was not just beautiful, but perfect. The "Sea of Candles": One of the most ambitious parts of our wedding involved the management of over 1,200 candles for a candlelight ceremony. Melissa handled the logistics, safety, and breathtaking setup of this feature flawlessly. It was the most talked-about element of our wedding, and it

Julie Samuel a year ago

I hired Melissa after working with another wedding planner, and Melissa blew me away! She's knowledgeable, has great relationships with vendors, and is a true professional. She'll tell you what is a good use of your energy (and money), and where you don't need to invest, and is always honest, responsive and reliable. She also has an amazing vision and creativity to be able to support what you envision for your wedding day! We are so grateful that we had Melissa to plan, and attend our wedding - she's really the best in the game.

Rachel Sorrels-Jones (Terry) a year ago

We had the pleasure of working with Melissa for a wedding last week, and as always, it was an absolute delight. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine connection with her clients are truly exceptional. We’ve had the privilege of working with Melissa for years, and every event she plans is flawless. Her ability to bring everything together seamlessly is unmatched. We highly recommend Melissa for anyone looking for a dedicated and talented wedding planner!

Inside Out Booth 4 years ago

We recently worked alongside Melissa and her team for a NYC wedding. We're a vendor (we do photo booths) and over the last 10 years we've worked with thousands of planners so we're a pretty good judge of who does it right. Melissa and her team were not only easy to work with, organized, timely but the wedding came out AMAZING and went off without a hitch. Truly a pleasure working with her (and her team).

Meagan Price 4 years ago

Such a fun wedding planner! She is talented and detail oriented.