LOVE NOTES
“It has taken me far too long to say THANK YOU x 1734000 for the best day of my life! I knew we would need a coordinator to get us through the home stretch and our big day, but I could never have estimated how much. And not only to help with completing tangible tasks, but also to guide us through the final weeks of planning while keeping us the very delicate balance of motivated and sane that's required at that point. Thank you *extra* for doing so many tasks that are probably not on your usual list as I dropped so many balls, and for everything you did that we will never even know about. We are so grateful not only for the crazy amount of time and effort you put into our day, but for your calm and confident energy no matter the circumstance. I don't think people realize how much the energy of the person running the day influences everyone, and we are wildly fortunate to have had your presence in the lead at ours.
After our first meeting, I knew I was quite a bit behind schedule. It would have been very easy to judge or panic in your position, but I did not feel a thing but support and warmth from you. When you sent my friends the timeline at the rehearsal, I could tell how impressed they were right off the bat reviewing it (and relieved because they have a less-than-communicative bride but instantly had all their answers!). It was almost comical how often during the weekend one of us would say "it's okay, I'm sure Emiliana will have that/fix that/know about that." And we were not wrong once! I have truly never seen a company prepared for so much, and I have never felt so indebted to someone after everything we ended up needing. It's so obvious how much you care about your clients in addition to doing your job well. I hope you know how fortunate all of your couples are- and really everyone who has you in their life!
Thank you for making us laugh so much in one meeting's time, for helping us reach compromises efficiently, for the cutest BTS content we will always cherish, and in general for creating a perfect experience for us so seemingly effortlessly, all while emitting those good good vibes. Words won't be able to express our gratitude, but thank you, thank you, and thank you!!”
— MO + MIKE
Photo by: Abby Rose Photography
"HIGHLY recommend Coda's Events team if you are looking for a wedding planner + coordinator! Charley + Emiliana made sure that everything leading up to our big day was organized and taken care of. Their communication was excellent and always answered any questions I had. The attention to detail was always 10/10. As a bride, this is always important and they crushed it. My husband and I had a blast on our wedding day and we owe it to Coda's Events team for allowing that to happen. They were able to break down any decorations we had and bring them to their offices for us to pick up another day. Talk about a true fairy godmuva. I know for a fact Charley and her team will crush it with anything they do... because they are truly THAT GOOD. Do yourself a favor and hire them for your big day. You will be glad you did.”
— SKYLAR + SAM
Photo by: Tristian Singleton Photography
“We can’t imagine our wedding without Charley and Coda’s Events! She was incredible at every part of planning the day. She was so creative in her big picture thinking about how to make the day unique and fun and definitely ours. But she was also cool under pressure and able to make all the small stuff happen smoothly, and we knew we didn’t need to worry should anything go wrong during the big day. Charley and her team would handle it. Her recommendations for other vendors were also spot on, and she was always available for thoughtful advice and reassurance.
We were so pleased with her work on our wedding that we also asked her to plan our welcome party. She blew us away with her ability to balance all of the details, while helping us feel calm and cool at every event—even going so far as to pick up the spread for us prior to our farewell brunch. The way she flawlessly executed every task and fulfilled every wish showed us what a kind, thoughtful person she is, and made us feel so thankful that we found her in the first place.
We have gotten so many compliments about all the details of the wedding, and so much of that was because Charley and her team were able to take any tiny kernel of an idea from us and turn it into something really special. Hiring Coda’s Events was one of the best decisions we made!”
— NORA + MIKE
Photo by: Tammi Camp Photography
"I cannot say enough good things about the whole Coda’s team. We almost did not hire a day of planner and I cannot imagine not having them there to help with everything. They truly went above and beyond throughout our entire wedding planning process to make our day special. Not only are they super organized and efficient, they are the sweetest people you could ever meet. We had to move our ceremony inside at the last minute due to weather and Morgan was on top of it the entire time keeping us updated and making sure things ran smoothly. She was also constantly checking in on us throughout the day to make sure we had everything we needed. We are very fortunate to have had them there sharing our day with us. We love u guys!!”
— MEAGAN + JOSH
Photo by: Steph Photo Co.
“Working with the Coda’s Events team was one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding! We booked the Peace of Mind package, and it was truly a lifesaver! Emiliana was our Lead Coordinator, and she took over all of the vendor communications, worked with everyone to create the perfect timeline, and handled some last-minute surprises and issues like a pro. Working with her was so easy and it made us feel 10,000 times better on our wedding day to know she had everything under control. It was hands down the best investment, and I would book Coda’s again in a heartbeat!!
Thank you Emiliana and the entire Coda’s team for making our dream day a reality!”
— KATIE + JIMMY
Photo by: Jacoby Andrick Photography
"We started working with Coda's Events in October for our January wedding, and it was the best decision we made in the planning process. Most of our major decisions had been made by then, but we were looking for some assistance to get things across the finish line, and Coda's certainly delivered! Emiliana, our lead coordinator, was a delight to work with and more helpful than we ever could have anticipated. She immediately took point on all our communication with our vendors to make sure that last minute details were accounted for and that nothing was falling through the cracks. Our check-ins in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding gave us so much peace of mind, and waking up on our wedding day knowing that Emiliana had things under control was truly invaluable. She and Charley both helped to make sure that everything happened according to schedule the entire day, and ensured that we could be in-the-moment with our friends, family, and most importantly, each other. The team at Coda's are amazing, and we highly recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding planner.”
— Mariah + Connor
Photo by: Jacoby Andrick Photography
"Charley and her team were so immaculate and brought the BEST vibes. They made me feel so good and reassured every step of the way. I could not recommend Charley and her team more!"
— Camille + Jake
Photo by: Tammi Camp Photography
"Charley and the entire team at Coda's Events are absolutely AMAZING. They made my wedding day absolutely stress free and were the best hype girls. My entire wedding party was obsessed with how fun and on top of everything they were. Hiring this team was the BEST decision I made for my wedding day."
— Morgan + Kyle
Photo by: Abby Rose Photography
"I think Charley and her team would have moved mountains for us on our wedding day if we asked. She helped us plan and execute our crazy idea for an uno tournament at our wedding. She did it in style and it turned out so amazing. Bring her all of your crazy ideas and she’ll truly help you see what sticks to create your dream day."
— Arielle + Sven
Photo by: Shannon Duggan Photography
"Let us tell you about one of the best decisions we ever made. When we hired Charley and Coda’s Events, we didn’t just get someone to help plan and coordinate one of the most important days of our life. We also got an advocate, a complete support network, and a lifelong friend.
When we began planning our wedding, we weren’t initially sure that we needed a planner. (How hard could it be, right?) But after experiencing just a few weeks of venue visits and vendor vetting, we quickly found that we were in WAY over our heads. We found ourselves immediately overwhelmed, stressed, and confused, but the minute we teamed up with Charley, all of that stress totally dissolved. After learning about vision for the big day, Charley crafted an artistic vision that surpasses our wildest dreams. Every last detail was perfect, and guests still rave about the magic of the nuanced touches that graced the entire experience. Our wedding wouldn’t have been possible without her and her amazing team, and we’re eternally grateful for everything."
— Taylor + Charlie
Photo by: Tammi Camp Photography
"Working with Charley and her team was a highlight of our wedding planning experience. Charley has the most calming presence and even when we felt frantic, we could always count on her to have things under control! We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Charley is an incredible person and is extremely talented! 6/5 ⭐️"
— Hunter + Trey
Photo by: Brea Photography
“It is hard to put into words how wonderful Charley and her team are!! I used Coda's events for my wedding in January 2022 and am SO glad that I did. Charley was extremely responsive and always willing to give opinions and helpful tips. She was patient with me and listened to my ideas. She gave me suggestions and connected me with vendors that fit my vision. She was present during rehearsal and answered any questions the bridal party had. She made a helpful timeline to keep everyone on track! On the day of Charley and Haley were with me the whole day and literally took care of everything. Nothing went wrong the entire day or if it did I didn't know about it! They kept everything on schedule and were very attentive to myself and my family. I was never without a drink and they both checked in with me and my family frequently to see if we needed anything. They were helpful in clean up and packed up all of our decor and stored it for me until the next day. Multiple guests commented on how impressed they were with Charley and her team. If I could give Coda's 10 stars I would! I can't say enough good things about Charley and would definitely recommend booking Charley ASAP if you are at any point of the wedding planning process!”
— Lauren + Jordan
Photo by: Vein + Vessel
"Charley and her team were nothing short of incredible!!! I was a COVID-19 bride and worked with Charley from April 2020 through October 2021. As you can imagine, her and I went through quite a few different versions of my wedding. The process from start to finish was efficient and magical. She honored my vision and what I wanted for my wedding within the budget I had. As a bride, it means the world to have someone truly listen to you. With their services I was able to DIY parts of my wedding while also enjoying my wedding day. I truly thought it couldn't get any better! Then on our wedding day Codas Events blew me away! She was there with her fairy magic at every turn. Charley was the fairy godmuva I needed. She told me to stop looking at the clock and told me to stop apologizing to people lol. She problem solved when things went wrong and advocated for us with our vendors. I truly don't think we could have pulled off such an amazing day without Coda's Events! On top of all of her magic and skills, she is constantly evolving and growing her business to serve others. You supporting Coda's events also means supporting women and supporting amazing causes!"
— Kelsey + Michael
photo by: B. Canon Photography
“Charley and her team were AMAZING! My husband and I have demanding jobs and we weren’t able to devote as much time to wedding planning as we would have wanted. All we had to do was tell Charley our vision for the day and she made it come to life! Her communication is second to none and her team was very professional and accommodating. My wedding day was completely stress-free and I cannot thank her enough for making our day so special! Look no further for hiring an event planning service. You will not regret working with this phenomenal team and if I have more events in the future, Coda’s Events will be my go-to”
— Eni + Tobias
Photo by: Photo Elegance
“Charley and her team were unmatched! My husband and I worked with I can’t recommend Coda’s Events ENOUGH TO ANYONE!! Either you’re planning a full blown wedding or a small event with friends Coda’s Events is the place to go. They cater to your every single need. The communication was never lacking and it’s like they read your mind when you describe what you’re looking for with your event. This team planned my whole wedding and took care of EVERYTHING. When people tell you there’s always going to be hiccups either weeks leading up or day of, there was never any hiccups. Coda’s Events handled things so flawlessly that there was never a moment where i thought something was going wrong. And i cant say enough good things about Charley, she’s amazing, sweet, and just perfection. An absolute angel and joy to work with!!! We knew we were in good hands the minute we started working with her. She’s the best fairy godmuva around!!! BOOK CODA’S EVENTS RIGHT NOW ❤️
— Carter + Joe
photo by: North Arrow Photography
“Hiring Coda’s Events was EASILY one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From the very beginning, Charley and her team were excellent in making sure we had a smooth planning process! Coda’s Events made sure that every question or concern was promptly answered or taken care of. Charley and her team had the most calm, easygoing energy on our big day that helped us to relax and really enjoy and be present in each moment! Coda’s Events is a phenomenal event planning/coordinating service! We are so grateful for them helping us have the perfect day! Hire them for all of your events! They will exceed all expectations!”
— Christina + Roddrick
photo by: Zach + Rosalie Photography
“I honestly never realized how much I needed Charley and her team but after our wedding I never want to plan anything else without them!! The communication was incredible. I probably drove them all nuts with all of my questions but they never made me feel anything less than the most important! Charley felt like a long time friend. Her style was impeccable and I could trust her with any decision. Our wedding was perfect and I couldn’t have done any of it with out Coda’s Events!”
— Laura + Steffen
photo by: Jackelynn Noel Photography
“Charley and her team were unmatched! My husband and I worked with Charley to plan our wedding in September. Her attention to detail and creativity allowed our vision come to life! She was more than willing to talk through ideas and offered several creative & beautiful solutions allowing us to stay on budget. Her team was also phenomenal - so welcoming and accommodating. Our day was executed seamlessly & we didn’t have to worry about one thing! It was truly the best day ever & Charley really is your “event planning fairy godmuva”! We’re so grateful for you & your team, thank you for helping create the perfect day!! Xoxo”
— Katelyn + Markell
photo by: Tammi Camp Photography
“Coda's Events, and Charley in particular as the business owner, are a DREAM to work with. Lovely, responsive, knowledgeable, and puts clients at ease. They listen to the vision and give care and time to events large, small, and everything in between. Check out Coda's Events on instagram to see how they rock all different kinds of events, all beautiful and special and unique. Charley coordinated our anniversary party after our original wedding was cancelled due to COVID and she helped us create and recreate multiple versions of the event based on safety needs and COVID concerns. She was supposed to be a day-of coordinator but she ended helping us for about two years of planning, because we had postpone and completely rescale our celebration. Just completely above and beyond. The day of the party I was stressed and the moment Charley showed up I literally put my phone away and didn't look at it for the rest of the day - I did NOTHING related to party planning - just enjoyed time with my friends and getting pampered. Wow - as an anxious person I was convinced I wouldn't be able to set aside my stress and enjoy the day. I was wrong - Charley was the person that really made that happen and allowed me to be completely in the moment. And what's more important for such a big day?! Everyone on her team is a joy to work with. Just do yourself a favor and hire them now.”
— Shannon + Matt
photo by: Ashley Pieper Photography
“Charley and her assistants Abby and Alyssa made my wedding day a dream. I was always hesitant about hiring a planner for my wedding but it is SO needed (no matter how organized you think you are). The wedding day would not have been as smooth without her team. They made sure my husband and I ate (and drank plenty of water among other things) and that is so perfectly decorated and on time. Very much worth it and they were amazing!”
— Amy + Nathan
photo by: Autumn Locke Photography
“We worked with Charley on our elopement and I'm in awe of the work Coda's Events is doing! Charley has an amazing artistic vision and plans for even the smallest of details. Charley is so professional her expertise truly shined when she picked out the perfect vendors for our camp-themed wedding. She is an incredibly gifted wedding planner and her execution makes you feel so confident throughout the day. I genuinely couldn't have planned anything like this and I am so thankful I had Coda's Events to create such an amazing experience!”
— Hillary + Andrew
Photo by: Enkindle Photography
“So thankful to have Charley and Alyssa for wedding planning and for the day of! Charley made sure I had everything I asked for, from a year ago when we started planning, till the end of my wedding reception. Alyssa was also there to help out with anything I needed for the day of as well! Wedding planning was made easy because of the Coda’s Event team. I would 10/10 recommend them!”
— Rachel + Jeff
Photo by: Ciera Reuss Photography
“I cannot recommend hiring the Coda's team more. Charley and Alyssa were incredible. They kept us on track with planning. They understood our vision and executed it far better than we could have imagined. They were flexible when things needed to shift and took care of things before we even knew there was an issue. Our guests had the most incredible time and we were able to sit back and relax and enjoy our day! We trusted that the Coda's team were taking care of all of the logistics and they were. 11/10. HIRE THIS TEAM. You will not be disappointed. It is hands down our best decision while planning our wedding and our biggest recommendation to those still in the planning process.”
— Ashley + John
Photo by: Tammi Camp Photography
“Charley with Coda’s Events, she is AMAZING. She helped us with everything from start to finish for the wedding date 4/3/21. This was a destination wedding she made easy. She is very kind and patient. She put up with our late night calls and repetitive questions. She met on zoom to check in along the way. She helped to set up the big day from rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception and farewell breakfast. She made sure the bride and groom were set and where we needed to be. She also made sure everything was squared away with each vendor! They designed and styled each step! Coda’s Events is really your one stop shop for your wedding!”
— Markee + Bethany
Photo by: Amber McWhorter Photography
“We hired Coda's Events to help plan and coordinate our wedding on 3/20/21 - and it was the best decision we made! I truly enjoyed getting to know Charley and the team at Coda's events. I came out of the experience feeling like I had a close friend by my side and helping me through my wedding day! I was not exactly thrilled about planning a wedding, especially during COVID, but having Charley by my side made the experience enjoyable and so simple. If I was overwhelmed or stressed she was there to help me through it and always made me feel at ease. I was never very certain on what exactly I wanted, but Charley would give me options and guide me through the process so effortlessly. She was calm and easy-going which made me feel relaxed and like there was nothing to stress about. While there really weren't many things that went wrong (thanks to Coda's), if something did I would not have worried at all because Charley would have it covered. Charley really listened to me and made my vision come to life. I am so grateful to her and her team for everything they did to make our special day perfect. I kid you not, every guest said it was the best wedding they have ever be to Thank you Charley and your team for being such a big part of our day. I cannot imagine going through this process with anyone else. Hire Coda's! You will not regret it.”
— Cat + Keegan
Photo by: Shadow + Light STL
“Hiring Charley for our wedding as a day-of coordinator was a no-brainer. With over a year of planning, I wanted to enjoy our day, not spend it directing people or setting things up. We had a lot of last minute changes occur with COVID and Charley helped us tackle them with ease. The day of our wedding her team kept everyone and thing on track, which with multiple location changes was very helpful. We both got to actually dance, eat and drink and not worry about anything the day of our wedding, and I can credit that to Coda's Events!”
— Kara + Alex
Photo by: Under Grace Photography
“Ahh, Charley. She’s just the best. Professional, kind, and a BOSS. I trusted her instantly with my vision and even when the world turned on its head…she still made it happen. Even better than I could have imagined. Trust me when I say that the unexpected will happen on your wedding day. Having that person there to tell you it will all be okay is priceless. We had this incredible wedding planned at Wild Carrot for the end of March, then COVID-19 happened. As the date got closer we realized we were going to have to change our plans. We knew we wanted to get married and Charley made it happen overnight. Literally. She swooped in with her calming nature and gave us the wedding we never knew we wanted. All after working the night shift working on the frontline at her hospital job. We decided to elope at an Airbnb. We loved the house didn’t know how to make it feel like our wedding. Charley made sure it did. She came in with her calming nature and transformed the dining room into the most beautiful ceremony space with candles and florals. The florals were from Roses and Mint..one of the most talented florists in St. Louis. She contacted them when we sprung the wedding on her the day before and got us the most beautiful collection of florals from them. She picked up Mission Taco so we didn’t have to worry about food and even surprised us with macarons from her friend Abby at Spoil Me Sweetly. They were delicious. She knew how important it was to share our special day with family and friends so she set up a Facebook page for our wedding and streamed the ceremony live. There are countless other things she did to make our day perfect but I can’t possibly list them all. I would recommend Coda’s Events confidently for any event because I know Charley will make it her mission to make your vision come true. Even if you don’t know what that is yet. She is intuitive and talented making her an incredible asset to this industry and anyone who hires her.”
— Chelsea + Jordan
Photo by: Vein + Vessel
“Charley and her team (Ashley + Sarah) are the most amazing people to work with in planning our wedding. We used the Peace of Mind Package for full day of coordination. Charley met us approximately one month before our date and tied everything together. Charley and her team saw our vision, immediately gave us great suggestions, and were so accommodating to make sure we have everything set. I feel like they provided more than just a day of coordinating for the amount of dedication and investment they had in our wedding to make it special. Charley knows how to get things done and stay organized. Ashely pays attention to every detail and gives great suggestions. Sarah, I met the day of the wedding and she was so friendly, warm, and made me feel less nervous prior to walking into the church. This team does extraordinary work.”
— Joanne + James
Photo by MADE TO BE MINE
“In light of recent events with COVID-19 and the postponed events that come along with that, Charley has been outstanding to work with. I cannot imagine planning and then possibly rescheduling a wedding without her.
For anyone thinking "I've got this. I don't need an event planner" THINK. AGAIN. Charley has been beyond helpful in not only bringing my vision to life but making sure I am comfortable in the process. She has been able to walk me through every curve ball we've been thrown with grace and kindness.
My big day will be perfect, and I will have Charley and Coda's Events to thank for it! I cannot recommend this team of strong, empowered, kind, and talented women enough!”
— Jill + Joe
Photo by: Emily Knowles Photography
“Coda’s Events planned my wedding. The planning was fun and stress-free and the event was more beautiful than I could ever have ever imagined! Every detail was addressed seamlessly. I highly recommend Coda’s.”
— Carrie + Jason
Photo by MCK Designs