Kristin and Lauren were absolutely incredible to work with -- I had meetings set up with a few other planners, but cancelled them all after my meeting with Bellafare. We made the deal on the spot. They were stylish and professional, and I knew they would help make my vision (which was pretty specific) come to fruition. And they did -- our wedding was more than I ever imagined it could be. After the thrill of being engaged settles down, I think most brides get overwhelmed with just how many decisions have to be made, no matter what size or style wedding you plan to have. Kristin and Lauren kept me right on track. They kind of made it a no-brainer, and when the time came, pointed me toward fantastic vendors who were a complete dream to work with. They made planning my wedding FUN, which it should be, instead of stressful, as it so often can be. They were responsive and helpful over the course of the entire year, and as a bride whose family lives 2,000 miles away, I felt way less alone in the entire process than I would have otherwise. They were there for every step, for every meeting, and for every question or neurotic email. It also deserves mention that I got married 2 weeks after Hurricane Sandy. Bellafare had weddings that immediate weekend after (which they pulled off) but nevertheless, were right there to help me through the reorganizing and reconfirming in the wake of the storm. On the day of, they handled absolutely everything -- I have NO idea how I would have done it without them. I was able to hang out with my family and friends and enjoy the day, while they made the magic happen. Kristin and Lauren have fantastic taste, wonderful industry insight and wedding expertise, and are genuinely just fantastic people to be around and work with. I would recommend them to ANY bride in NYC!

As the Father of the most beautiful bride on the face of the earth, I anxiously awaited the wedding date hopeful that all would work out just as she and her handsome husband to be, David Stockel, desired. It would be a magnificent affair not only because of the church ( St. Ignatius Loyola) or the venue selected (Capitale), but because this was a couple madly in love, surrounded by beautiful friends, families and yes, the best event planning firm in New York, Bellafare. I mention Bellafare because in case you might have forgotten, Hurricane Sandy showed up on our doorstep the Monday prior to the "Big Day." We were fortunate to be working with Lauren, one of the two partners at Bellafare (Kristin is the other), who kept her emotions in check and did an absolutely superb job in getting us through the process. Poised, confident and in total control of the situation, Lauren kept us apprised of everything that was going on, including roadblocks that were surfacing everywhere due to no one's fault because of the situation. But the beauty about Bellafare is that, although you may be confronted with a problem, they always have a solution to help you get through this. Very much of a consultative type of relationship, yet very results oriented. No one will ever forget the massive destruction that Hurricane Sandy caused so many people that week, and the months beyond. Yet a wedding took place because of the extraordinary poise and professionalism of the team at Bellafare. So if you are planning a wedding, call Lauren or Kristin at Bellafare. They are clearly best in class!

Bellafare was our secret weapon throughout the wedding planning process – from incredible vendor recommendations to unparalleled attention to detail to poise under unforeseen circumstance – they truly were a dream to work with throughout the entire process. Kristin and Lauren always went the extra mile to ensure that our wedding day would be perfect and it was in large part to them! In the month prior to the wedding, they were constantly in contact with me, and our various vendors to ensure that all timelines and details were communicated. We had an outdoor tented wedding which required many moving parts. Everything was executed perfectly and it was heaven to not be stressed those days leading up to the wedding. Having a 1.5 year engagement, they helped make that time truly enjoyable and we loved working with them. I would highly recommend the talented Bellafare team to anyone looking for a wedding planner - or any event for that matter!

Lauren and Kristin were professional, responsive, and very creative. They took our somewhat abstract ideas and offered great suggestions, providing options so that we could choose what worked best for us. They had a good bench of vendors that they could call on, and were also excellent working with those we had found. They were also a pleasure to work with. I would definitely recommend them for your wedding or event.

I had a 4 month engagement, further complicated by the fact that I'd just moved to San Francisco but was getting married back in NYC. I couldn't have done it without Lauren and Kristin! They took everything off my hands one month before the wedding, seamlessly managing all contracts, handling meetings I couldn't attend, even finding an amazing replacement florist when ours cancelled 3 weeks prior to the wedding. They are both true professionals, detail-oriented and incredibly helpful...and also really fun! I felt absolutely confident that they understood what I wanted and would help me make it happen. When the day came, I had a beautiful ceremony and reception and was able to just relax and enjoy it with my family and friends.

Bellafare was a total lifesaver for our wedding! We had pretty elaborate details with several moving parts that required a ton of coordination, and everything went off without a hitch. Every detail was exactly where it should have been and happened exactly when it should have happened. I was immediately impressed by their responsiveness and thoroughly impressed with their attention to detail and ability to think on their feet. On top of all of this, they are both such sweet, fun, genuine people that are a blast to have around!

Wow, where do I begin? I really could go on and on about how amazing my experience was working with Kristin and Lauren at Bellafare for my wedding. They were extremely personable and professional from day one. I could tell they understood exactly what I was looking for in the theme for my wedding and their enthusiasm made me look forward to the big day even more. When the wedding was about 4 weeks away, Lauren and Kristin took a huge weight off my shoulders and began coordinating and putting together the perfect schedule. They had so many creative ideas in how to pull off my “summer fun/NYC ” themed wedding at a winery in Virginia. I am a perfectionist and needed to work with event planners who understood how important every little detail is on your wedding day. They 100% delivered and I was blown away at how perfect everything looked at the wedding. I have since received so many compliments from guest at the wedding at how incredible everything looked. I would work with Lauren and Kristin again in a heartbeat and highly recommend them if you are looking to pull off a flawless event!

My husband and I would highly recommend Bellafare for full wedding planning services. Together Lauren and Kristin have everything one might need from a wedding planning firm: expertise, expeditious service, attention to detail, enthusiasm, and the vision to help you execute exactly your dream. Our wedding was flawless and incredibly fun - our sole focus on the day of was our mutual enjoyment, thanks to partners Lauren and Kristin and their associates Amanda and V. Everything else was taken care of. The quality of Bellafare's service is excellent and they are professional, warm, and enjoyable to work with.

Bellafare was fantastic in coordinating all major and minor details for my rehearsal dinner and wedding. Not only were Lauren and Kristin meticulous, but they were also professional and friendly. From the flowers to the food, Bellafare worked the ins and outs to make sure everything ran smoothly. Both women are extremenly knowledgeable when it comes to dealing with other vendors, which was a huge help as well. Lauren and Kristin know just how things should be done and I've never felt so comfortable in letting others run the show for me. I was without a doubt a stress free bride on my wedding weekend and my husband feels the same. We did not have to worry about anything not getting accomplished. If we had any questions regarding timing, placement, etc. Bellafare quickly was there with a response. Lauren and Kristin are just simply wonderful to work with and I can't thank them enough for everything!

Lauren and Kristin did a fantastic job helping me make my dream wedding a reality. They have impeccable taste and were always available to take my calls and answer my emails to help with the many decisions that had to be made leading up to the big day. They sent me useful tools to use throughout the planning process from must-take photo lists to budgets, seating charts and check-off sheets. They kept me on track and alleviated much of the day-of stress. They were an absolute pleasure to work with and I highly recommend them!

Hiring Kristen and Lauren was the best and smartest decision we made while planning our wedding. They both have the perfect blend of knowing how to professionally organize a wedding, and understand all the details and logistics of what a wedding entails; but also being able to capture the creative asthetic and the overall vision and design of the event. They are organized, creative, and a joy to work with in every way. They listened to what kind of event we wanted, but also added helpful advice and ideas that made our wedding even more perfect and enjoyable. They listened to the size of our budget, and helped us not over spend. They were quick to respnd to all our planning; every email and phone call was responded to instantly. We are so grateful to Kristen and Lauren for all their hard work and dedication to our wedding. It truly made our wedding that much more sepcial.

The bride and her family want to thank Kristin and Lauren for their planning and execution of an engagement party at the Gramercy Park Hotel. Great negotiations on our behalf, clever touches and even their weather plan made for a terrific evening for all of us! We feel confident in our recommendation of their event and wedding planning skills!

We used Bellafare as our "day of" wedding consultants and couldn't be happier! They actually came in one month prior and took everything off of my hands and created a completely seamless timeline for the wedding weekend. Lauren and Kristin also kept me totally calm (which isn't an easy thing to do!). It's definitely important to have at least a "day of" consultant. It was so valuable to be a guest at my own wedding, knowing that every detail was taken care of. Love them!!

Lauren and Kristin exceeded our expectations on every single level imaginable...the party was an utter success in every way. Everyone I've talked to is still raving about it; your creativity, perfectionism and professionalism shone through every detail.

“Bellafare did such a wonderful job helping us to streamline our thoughts, concept, and budget. From our antique vases to our personalized boat, everything had such a honest and warm touch.” - April & Tyler, By the Bay Wedding