Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Washington DC
At GLOW Weddings and Events, we specialize in transforming the wedding planning experience into a seamless and enjoyable journey for modern couples. Since 2009, our team has served clients in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia, offering personalized coordination and full-service support tailored to individual priorities, vision, and personality. Our calm yet meticulous approach ensures every detail is addressed, from initial planning to execution, allowing couples to focus on celebrating their special day. With expertise in vendor management, timeline creation, and problem-solving, we provide guidance through every step, emphasizing transparency and client-centric service.Our reputation for reliability and attention to detail has been built through years of dedicated work, helping couples navigate the complexities of wedding planning with confidence. By prioritizing clear communication and proactive organization, we aim to alleviate stress and deliver unforgettable experiences that reflect each couple's unique story. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the positive feedback from clients who appreciate our ability to anticipate needs and deliver exceptional results.
Services
Full-Service Planning
Day-of Coordination
Vendor Management
Custom Design Consultation
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized wedding planning experience since 2009.
- Our team provides personalized guidance tailored to your unique vision.
- We handle all logistical details so you can enjoy the planning process.
- Proven track record of successful vendor coordination and timeline management.
- Client-focused approach prioritizing transparency and stress-free execution.
What people say
GLOWing reviews
Everything went off without a hitch
Helped us think through details
Effective and discreet coordination
Would definitely recommend
Services
Full-Service Planning
Our full-service wedding planning covers every detail from initial concept to final execution. We work closely with couples to understand their vision, create customized timelines, and coordinate all vendors to ensure seamless coordination. This service includes budget management, contract reviews, and personalized design consultations to create a cohesive and memorable event tailored to your specific needs.
Day-of Coordination
This service ensures your wedding day runs flawlessly according to plan. We handle all vendor communications, timeline execution, and problem-solving on the day of your event. Our team arrives early to oversee setup, manages transitions throughout the day, and ensures every element aligns with your pre-approved schedule while maintaining a calm and organized atmosphere.
Vendor Management
We connect couples with trusted vendors and manage all communication throughout the planning process. This includes negotiating contracts, clarifying deliverables, and ensuring all suppliers meet your expectations. Our extensive network and experience help streamline coordination, resolve potential conflicts, and maintain consistent quality across all service providers involved in your wedding.
Custom Design Consultation
This service focuses on developing a cohesive visual identity for your wedding. We work with you to create personalized color schemes, decor concepts, and layout designs that reflect your unique style. Our expertise helps translate abstract ideas into tangible elements while ensuring practical considerations like venue constraints and budget limitations are properly addressed.
Pre-Wedding Consultation
We offer expert advice during the early planning stages to help couples establish realistic timelines and budgets. This service includes venue selection assistance, vendor recommendation lists, and strategic planning sessions to help you make informed decisions while avoiding common pitfalls in the wedding planning process.
People
Kristi
Owner
Kristi founded GLOW Weddings and Events in 2009 with a mission to make wedding planning enjoyable for modern couples. Her calm yet thorough approach helps clients navigate every detail while maintaining focus on what matters most. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in creating personalized solutions that reflect each couple's unique story.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide full-service planning, day-of coordination, vendor management, custom design consultations, and pre-wedding planning guidance tailored to your specific needs.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with experience handling weddings across various venue types in these regions.
How long have you been in business?
GLOW Weddings and Events has been helping couples plan their weddings since 2009, with over 15 years of combined experience in the industry.
What makes your approach different?
Our calm yet meticulous style focuses on personalized planning that matches your priorities, ensuring you enjoy the process while we handle all logistical details.
How do you handle vendor coordination?
We manage all vendor communications, contract reviews, and timeline coordination to ensure consistent quality and seamless execution on your wedding day.
Can you accommodate unique wedding visions?
Yes, we specialize in creating customized wedding designs that reflect your personal style while ensuring practical considerations like budget and venue requirements are met.
Reviews (6)
Maureen
Nov 18, 2021
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INCREDIBLE!!! We didn't know much about how Wedding Coordinators worked, but we knew we were going to need help the month and day of ... especially in the wake of a major house reno at the time of our wedding. Kristi and her team were AMAZING!!! From day one, she was making recommendations on aspects of a wedding and vendor relationships we never could've even thought of ... but they made our day run so smoothly. The day of, Kristi and her team completely turned around our venue and made it look gorgeous ... and they did it in about an hour (the venue has pretty unique time limits). Then during
Jessica Stieger
Dec 29, 2020
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Y'all Kristi Hartig is a GEM. At some point during the final planning stages I started telling people I might marry her instead, she was just that great. Hands down the best thing we did was hire Kristi. All of our vendors were incredible on their own but I would have been a hot mess and this thing would not have gone even slightly as well as it did without Kristi pulling it all together. We booked her for 6 week out coordination services not really understanding the vendor coordination stuff, we mostly figured it would be nice to have 2 more weeks of help but oh my goodness I cannot imagine having
Nicole Hobby
Nov 23, 2020
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Hello, I had contracted early March to have Briana owner of Glow Events to host a Rock Star birthday party for my daughter's 9th birthday on April 5, 2020. Because of COVID-19 and Governor's Stay at Home and ban on gatherings of 10 or more I had to cancel this party. Briana and Glow Events refused to refund the full $100 deposit. Stating via email " I have to also protect my business and livelihood." You chose if you want to hire Briana for your kid's birthday with this position. It isn't about her customers or adhering to force majeure situations, It is about her livelihood.
Christine Thompson
Nov 22, 2020
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Kristi and her assistant Shelby were amazingly helpful and on top of things during our entire wedding weekend. After reading lots of reviews and considering our options with Day of Coordinators, I'm so happy we went with Glow Weddings! There were many transitions on our wedding day from hotel block, to church, to venue and a very large number of other vendors to manage. Glow Weddings was on top of everything with the itineraries that they helped us create and checking in with all the different groups to make sure everyone was on time! I also had a large amount of personal items and decorations
Emily Northe
Nov 15, 2020
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Kristi and her team did an amazing job at our wedding. We hired her as a month-end coordinator, and Kristi was very detail oriented, kept a detailed timeline (and ensured we followed it) and was able to wrangle a loud wedding party to ensure the day went on without a hitch. She did an amazing job setting up our decorations in exactly the way I imagined. I would highly recommend!
Carole Marcus
May 21, 2020
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I worked with Kristi as my coordinator for my daughters wedding. Kristi was very organized and professional during the whole process which started the month prior to my daughters wedding. She kept us focused and alerted us to some details that never would have occurred to us yet proved to be important. I highly recommend Glow weddings and events!
