Rhett and Chelsey
We had a fairly large wedding in Phoenix with several events. It was a daunting planning process and the single best decision we made was hiring Sterling Weddings and Events first. We worked with Care from day one and she made a potentially stressful year very manageable and fun. She’s exactly what you need in a planner - meticulous with details, considerate with family and friends, connected to great vendors and full of creative ideas.
As the event drew closer, Dawn and Kristen came onto our team as well and they reflected Care’s level of professionalism and style. Our wedding weekend couldn’t have been easy for them - it was chock full of logistics and long hours, but I never saw a single one of them sweat. Not only was the weekend perfect (literally, every detail!) but when it was over, I had countless guests comment about how amazing our coordinators were when they interacted with them.
It’s worth mentioning that my husband and I don’t live in Phoenix, so they were our eyes and ears on the ground for the whole year of planning; having them was a priceless investment and we were so lucky to get them on our team. I honestly can’t say enough about this company.
Brian and Emmalee
Amazing Wedding Coordinator!My wife and I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Care! She was incredibly helpful and provided guidance throughout our wedding planning season that culminated with a beautiful ceremony in Sedona. She assisted with the selection of vendors, helped us navigate questions we had on any and all topics, and worked hard to make sure our wedding day was truly amazing! And, to top it all off, Care is simply a kind and caring person.If you are in need of an amazing partner to help guide and support you through the wedding process, don't hesitate to give Care a call at Sterling Weddings and Events!
Father of the Bride: Ron
Any wedding is difficult to plan, but try to organize a destination wedding in Phoenix, AZ, when the bride and groom are in Seattle, and two sets of parents are in London and Tucson, none of whom have a clue as to venues and vendors in Phoenix. Care Schmidt of Sterling Weddings and Events made it all seem easy for us. She and her staff were organized, knowledgeable about reliable vendors and suitable venues, and diplomatic in coordinating the ideas of the bride, groom and parents. Most importantly, Care has a process that has worked for her with many other families, flexible enough to meet the unique needs of each bride and groom. Her follow-up and coordination is first rate, helped by her knowledge for budgeting and timeline planning. Her personality is welcoming and warm, which helps her take care of business aspects in a soft, but effective manner. She has great relationships with her vendors, who go out of their way to accommodate her clients. Care's confidence reduces the anxiety that naturally comes with all who are involved in a wedding. We were all able to enjoy the moment, knowing that Care and her staff had everything planned to the smallest detail and well in-hand.All who attended had nothing but raves for the ceremony and reception, remarking on how seamlessly it proceeded and how special it was to feel the positive energy and love that filled the air.Sterling Weddings and Events should be your first choice, regardless of the size or nature of your event. Experience, flexibility, diplomacy and attention to detail are the major strengths of Care and her team.
Amaris and Mike
"Care and her team were amazing!!!! Her name is the perfect description of what she provides to her clients, care and love!
From the moment we spoke, she seemed to understand everything we needed and what our desires for our day were. We wanted something intimate but elegant and they delivered. She truly showed there's no job to big or too small!..."
She asked me what was my vision and I told her, whatever yours is! Let’s make it happen..literally the easiest process! She listened to the little details I would give her or pictures I would send and she created our fairytale.. I think we had so many “meetings” just so we could talk and laugh!! Her vision was my vision and Care created the most stress free day ever. I literally had nothing to worry about. She had fun coloring books for the little ones and had fun hanging out with the older ones..She made sure Mike and the boys were taken care of every step of the way.
We learned finding the right wedding planner is key, someone who genuinely gets what you want your day to be like and what you and your spouse need on that day. We never had to answer a question from a vendor the day of our wedding, never even had to ask for a drink of water..! Our day was so special and if we had to wait 13 years to include our children and experience the joy and laughter and love, it was worth the wait and we have gorgeous family photos and memories to go along with it! After 9 years in the NFL and retired my husband got to put on the event and a party for his wife and children that he loves so dearly! Finally got to let loose himself and have a great time and boy did he!! For a man like him who’s worked as hard as he has to make sure we have everything we need I am grateful to Care for allowing him to put his feet up and relax and enjoy the day!
Helena and Ross
We could not have asked for a better planner. She was there, always, to answer calls, probably a few hundred emails, find quality vendors within my budget, listened to my every need, was there for me for every crazy last minute favor I needed the day before the wedding. The wedding itself seamlessly, without any problems. And our wedding was NOT an easy wedding to plan, from the acrobats, to the backup dancers, screen dancers, choreographed music, break dancers, live art, multiple locations, and everything else going on all day, She handled it all. I didn't even know it, but guests were going to her throughout the day for help and advice, including helping grandparents secure transportation home early, helping to shoot off confetti poppers at the right time and direct the cleaning crew. She helped set up all of the decorations, with her assistant, which was a huge cost saveings. I couldn't have asked for a better planner!!! She is the best. A life saver. Everyone should have a her.
Whitt and Mike
My number one piece of advice for any bride/groom: get a planner. But not just any old planner, you want Sterling Wedding and Events! We hired Care to help us with planning (partial planning package) and she was a life saver! She was incredibly helpful in the planning stages of the event: she had great suggestions for vendors, good tips for saving money (and she saved us a lot!), and would always respond to questions quickly. I knew that if I had a question, no matter how big or small, Care would reply to me immediately and with great insight!
In the days leading up to our wedding, Care was on the ball: sending reminders, finishing up last minute details, and making sure everyone was organized. She sent out detailed timelines to all our vendors, bridal party members, and immediate family so everyone was on the same page. (Several of my recently married friends marveled at that timeline!) On the day of our wedding, Care was so calm, even though we were running late, and everyone who interacted with her (family, friends, vendors) had fantastic things to say about her! Perhaps the best endorsement I could give her is that I had complete confidence in her abilities to make the wedding day move smoothly. I was not stressed at all about the details of the big day because I knew if there was a problem, Care would handle it…and her judgment is impeccable so I knew she would solve it appropriately! If you are looking for someone organized, knowledgeable, professional, and connected, she is your gal! Thanks Care and the Sterling Wedding & Events Team for making our wedding day perfect!
Amy and Tim
Care and her team were nothing short of amazing from the day we had our first meeting until we left the venue after our wedding day. I honestly cannot imagine planning a wedding without Care; she was professional, kind, funny, and a great advisor. She listened to what Tim and I wanted for our wedding and then took it a step further. The 14 months of planning flew by without a hitch and everything was flawless on the day of. She was always open with communication no matter how large or small the question. Care assembled a great group of vendors for our wedding which fit into our budget and the end result was perfect. Our “modern southwest” wedding was just what we had envisioned from the start. If you are considering a planner, look no further than Care with Sterling Weddings and Events.
Gina and Greg
As a bride, I chose to hire Care three months before the wedding because I was overcome with stress. The minute I met her, I knew that she was going to do a great job. She felt more like a friend than a vendor with her flexibility and always knew the right thing to say to calm my nerves. I didn't have to worry about anything. We absolutely loved Sterling Weddings and Events!! Our wedding was not the easiest and had a ton of moving parts. Care and her crew were there every step of the way, providing valuable insight and made sure all of our ducks were in a row before the big day. We'd have to say that we were most impressed with great attention to detail, and fast, heartfelt responses to all of our questions before the wedding. On our big day, the staff was there early to ensure that the day we waited our lives for would be perfect, and it really was! Most weddings have glitches, but we can honestly say that we aren't aware of ANY. That is more proof that you can't go wrong with Sterling Wedding and Events. We received so many compliments during and after the wedding from our guests who were very impressed with the outcome of the coordination and effort put forward by Care and her team.
Jeanette and Shane
Care was a pleasure to work with. She is kind, thoughtful, organized, communicates promptly, and professional! My family and guests loved how friendly and easy going she was. Care and her team were invaluable to the success of our wedding. I couldn't imagine being able to pull off our dream wedding without Sterling Wedding and Events! Thank you for all your hard work!
Cherilyn and Christopher
"Care Schmidt was the backbone of our wedding day. As our Day-Of Coordinator, she executed our vision with such precision that my husband and I enjoyed every moment. As the big day drew near, Care offered wonderful budget-friendly recommendations on how to create a lounge vibe at our reception. We followed her advice, and it looked great! Her expertise and professionalism were evident in the weeks leading up to the wedding when she personally called all of the vendors, introduced herself, and asked if there were remaining fees or concerns. This made for a very smooth day without any loose ends. Many of my bridesmaids mentioned to me that this was the most organized, stress-free wedding they had ever been a part of—including their own! They attributed it to the detailed schedule Care prepared, which included everything from vendor arrivals and departures to a note that reminded the groomsmen to turn of their phones at the church. Although my fiancé had initially resisted paying for a Day-Of Coordinator, he now could not have imagined our wedding without her. I feel the same. Thank you, Care and assistants, for creating the day of our dreams."
Camila and Tom
"Sterling Event Design was invaluable to the success of our wedding!! I cannot imagine not having Care and team there to make sure every detail was perfect and running smoothly. Sterling Event Design was one of the best investments we made to guarantee that our night was amazing! At the start of our planning, we thought that between our families and friends, that we would be able to take care of things. We then realized that they would also be guests at the wedding, and would be unable to take care of vendors setting up correctly, or deal with something like a random wedding crisis. I am so glad that we found Sterling Event Design! Care and her team took the time to prepare, and knew every single detail so that we could enjoy our entire night! She coordinated with all of our vendors (before, during, and after), reminded us to eat (very important), took a picture in the photo booth before it left, and when we had a small hiccup with the seating during the reception, she was right there to fix it. There are so many things that Care and her team did that night that, and I cannot thank her enough for making our wedding perfect, beautiful, and so much fun! We highly recommend her services!"
Helen and Jacob
Care and her staff are wonderful!!! Care transformed my not so cohesive vision into perfection. She was organized, efficient, and always responsive no matter the time of day. On the day of our wedding we encountered some unexpected hurdles and Care took care of everything. She was flexible and accomodating in everyway possible. The day went on without a hitch. Amazing!!! I would recommened Care and the entire staff at Sterling for any event.
Aubrie and Ben
Thoughtful. Caring. Kind. Diligent. Organized. These are but a few of the adjectives that describe Care Schmidt and Sterling Weddings and Events. Quite simply, we cannot imagine a better event planner. Not only did Care help us from top to bottom with a smile on her face, she helped calm our nerves when need which was infinitely important looking back. Though, we never really worried about anything since we adopted the mantra, “If Care’s involved, everything will be fine.”
Perhaps the best part about Care and Sterling Weddings and Events is that she managed to accomplish planning such a complicated wedding with multiple vendors and organizations while maintaining a friendly, positive attitude. If there were any roadblocks, Care would navigate through them assertively and professionally. To us, that meant more than anything. In fact, we now consider Care a friend. We came into the planning process fairly naïve and uninformed but Care walked us through everything.
If you want an event planner that will go out of their way to make your day/event special, Care and Sterling Weddings and Events is the only choice.
Ashlee and Joe
I cannot begin to say enough kind words about Sterling Weddings and Events and Care Schmidt. Care did an amazing job handling my day of coordination. I would have been absolutely lost without her. Thank you Care!
Prior to the event she sent me many emails and made sure she had all timelines, contacts and materials in place. She shared time saving templates and organization hints. She even contacted and confirmed with the vendors to make sure that she introduced herself. She sent me fabulous ideas for wedding details and made sure that I was completely at ease with the day.
The day of my wedding went so smoothly thanks to Care. She handled all vendors and set up and made sure everyone was on time. When I arrived at our venue, every detail I had wanted was ready and in place. Care executed my thoughts and visions even better than I could have imagined that day. Having a day of coordinator was the greatest choice we made for our wedding. I was not bogged down with anything that day and was able to enjoy the moments.
Thank you Sterling Weddings and Events for making my wedding day AMAZING! You truly are fabulous at what you do.
Brandee and Tim
There is simply not enough space to say all of the wonderful things about Care! Hands down, she and her team are the reason that my wedding went as smoothly as it did! As someone who loves DIY projects, Care was able to take all of my visions and creations and make sure that every detail was executed the way I had hoped. She was spectacular with her responsiveness, ideas, support, encouragement, and advice. I could not have asked for a better day of coordinator. She took the time to get to know my family and friends and we feel like we have adopted her into the family! Thank you so much Care for helping to make our wedding such an amazing event!
Jeniece and Mikel
Initially I wasn't sure if we needed a day of coordinator, I thought I have enough family and friends that can help with the wedding. But when I first met with Carrie, she won me over! I had met with a few other coordinators but Carrie stood out from the others. She really seemed interested in our wedding plans and how she could help.
Carrie and her team of 2 handled our huge wedding superbly! It was a great relief to not have to worry about the reception set-up and handling vendors, we just showed up to the reception and everything was ready! Even better was how organized and smooth the reception ran. Most everyone we talked to commented how fun the wedding was and how smooth it went. With over 300 guests and 30 something guest tables, I cannot imagine this happening without Carrie and her team. From start to finish, they were there making sure everything was going according to plan. I'm sure there were a million behind the scenes tasks too that got done! I'm totally blown away by her experience, professionalism and creativity. Our wedding was everything we hoped it would be and more because of Sterling Event Design!
If you are questioning whether or not you should have a wedding coordinator, don't! Make that a top priority and definitely contact Sterling Event Design!