Assa
Wedding: 3/10/12
Love love Soireebliss and appreciate all their help. Couldn't have done my wedding without them. Coming from Canada to get married in Houston was a bit overwhelming for me but they made it all possible for us.
Catherine
Wedding: 1/28/12
We had a perfect wedding day!~~ All thanks to Soireebliss Events! They are professional,organized, full of great ideas!! They made our wedding preparation much more easier, we felt very lucky to find them! And we would recommend anyone of friends. Thanks again! You guys made our day so special!!!
LindieS
Wedding: 6/25/11
I was required by my venue to hire a wedding coordinator for the night, as they did not offer that service.... after researching all the top reviewed wedding coordinators in Houston i put them all in to a spreadsheet for me to compare pricing with the services they offered. Samantha with SoireeBliss Events was immediately at the top of my list with all she offered in her packages along with the pricing. After talking to her on the phone I knew she was the one. When i went in for our first consultation meeting, me and my husband were immediately put at ease. Samantha was exactly what we were looking for: well known/respected in the Houston wedding community, warm/caring yet very professional, and affordable. She immediately asked us our story and how he proposed, which made us feel special, like she really cared. We decided to go with her "Day of Management" package which only required her really to be there the day of to make sure everything ran smoothly, so i figured we wouldn't hear from her very much until closer to the wedding. I was very pleasantly wrong. Samantha was there every step of the way for any question i had, which sometimes i am sure was overbearing with my type A personality. She always made me feel as if it was no problem at all and quickly responded to any questions i had. Even when i had some issues getting in contact or timely responses with some of my other vendors, Samantha would immediately contact them and have a response for me usually within the same day, as all the vendors respect her. Samantha made our timeline for the evening, and it was literally down to the minute.... HER TIMELINE ALONE IS ONE OF THE MANY REASONS YOU SHOULD HIRE HER. Samantha definitely went above and beyond with helping with the setup, as we had a lot of DIY and extras to add around the reception room. I am so happy that the venue required a wedding coordinator, as i can't imagine going through that day without her. Everything went pretty flawlessly, all thanks to her. There were a few hiccups, but she never told me anything about them, i only heard later, which i am very greatful for as well because i was able to enjoy my day stress free. I would recommend Samantha to EVERY bride.. if you don't think you need a wedding coordinator and can do it all yourself, rethink that decision. :) If you are looking for someone affordable, very professional and efficient, that will make your day stress free for you to focus on YOUR day, instead of trying to make sure your timeline is followed, then Samantha and the SoireeBliss! team is who you need!!!
Rian
Wedding: 4/9/11
Samantha Darr, owner of Soireebliss! Events was amazing! I truly mean it when I say that I could not have pulled the wedding off so flawlessly without her. The timeline she put together for me was perfect, and it made the wedding flow effortlessly. I can not even begin to tell you how many comments I received from guests that said it was one of the best weddings they had ever been to, and I completely attribute this to how perfectly Samantha kept the pace and the momentum of the wedding going. And more importantly, she took care of all the details before the ceremony and setting up for the reception, and executed them exactly how I wanted so I didn't have to worry about a thing except getting dressed. I would recommend her to any bride who wants to have an amazing wedding!
lcain
Wedding: 3/26/11
Samantha and her team helped me with day-of wedding planning and did a fantastic job! She was always available throughout the months up to the wedding to answer my questions or to give feedback and advice. I really enjoyed working with Samantha and highly recommend her for day-of wedding planning! She made everything go off without a hitch!
Jacque
Wedding: 3/5/11
My husband and I hired Samantha as a full-service coordinator for our wedding. Unlike many brides, I had absolutely no clue what I wanted my wedding and reception to look like....all I knew what that I wanted our guests to feel comfortable, relaxed, and have a great time. I spoke with several wedding coordinators prior to speaking with Samantha, and all of those interactions left me feeling overwhelmed! It was a completely different story once I met Samantha. She was very reassuring, patient, and passionate about her work. For once, I felt excited about the wedding planning process! Samantha's excitement was contagious, and she carried that excitement throughout the planning process. She provided us with unique ideas, varied vendor choices (all within our budget) and planning advice whenever we needed it. And of course, the implementation of her ideas happened with precision and flair. We were so pleased with the finished product...it was truly the wedding of our dreams!
Samantha is able to provide any bride whit that she is looking for. From day of coordination to full-service, I HIGHLY recommend Soireebliss! Events without any hesitation.
Jeanne and xtcnafive0
Wedding: 1/15/11
One of the best decisions that we made about our wedding was hiring Samantha Darr with Soiréebliss Events! Samantha is amazing!!! Even from my first meeting, Samantha was joy to work with and very easy to talk to. We literally spent 3 hours talking about how me and husband wanted our special day to be . She asked about how we met, how he proposed to me and so many other questions. I felt that she wanted to get to know the couple and see how she could make this our wedding day to remember.
I am usually that one that is organizes parties, perfromances and trips, so having someone else be in charge of one of the biggest days of our lives could be daunting. But not at all, from the very first moment I met Samantha, I knew that I could let go of that control. She would be on top of everything, down to the very last detail. Can we say I loved her timelines! Yes those timelines were crucial to flawless day! She was available to me anytime if had a question or concern. She had not heard from me in a week and she texted to me to make sure I was ok and if I needed anything.
I had a major concern with my wedding dress and she put my mind at ease so many times. Getting me in touch with a vendor that would make me happy when it came to my dress was a amazing. That alone made me feel that Samantha was working with not a just a client, but a friend. She gave us advice and ideas on so many things regarding the wedding. Whether it be using a the coffee table book about buildings around the world (since we love to travel) as our guestbook to helping us stay within our budget for reception décor, Samantha and her was always there trying to give us the wedding of our dreams.
Having Samantha take care of so many details of really made it easier for us to truly enjoy our event. We are so grateful for that. Believe me, we couldn’t have spent so much time with Dance Dynamic, family and friends if we didn’t have someone like Samantha and her team working with us. Samantha says that she does not want the guests to know that her team is in charge. Things need to flow seamlessly. Well they did notice and they said you can’t have a celebration without such and amazing and exceptional coordinator like Samantha. In the end, many of the guests said it was one of the best weddings that have been too.
We originally wanted just a the day of wedding coordinator, but after hiring Samantha, she was way more that that. A true asset in everything that she does. Her professionalism, attention to detail, organization skills and creativity is outstanding! The best in her industry and in Texas! When I told my other vendors that we had Samantha Darr as our coordinator, they were like she’s the best and great to work with! If I have another big celebration, Samantha will be the one I want to call.
I tell all my friends and family that are getting married that they should hire a wedding coordinator for that special day. I highly recommend Samantha and Soiréebliss Events for any bride who wants that extra special wedding of her dreams!
Thank you again Samantha for such an amazing and wonderful day. We can not thank you enough. Having lost my mother 7 years ago, the wedding planning was hard and having you help me is what I needed. It was actually Marvin's idea to get a wedding coordinator. LOL
The wedding and reception was a success! Thank you for giving us the best memories from our celebration. Those we will keep for a lifetime! It was wonderful working with you, Vanessa and Sarah. Many blessings and success to you always!
Love Always,
Jeanne and Marvin Oubre
krisi14
Wedding: 1/14/11
There will never be enough words to express how awesome Samantha Darr and her team of Soireebliss are. From the moment I met Samantha, I felt extremely comfortable talking to her - like she was a great friend I had known for many years. Of course this was our first meeting but her warmth and enthusiasm for planning events came across and put me at ease right away. The first question she asked my (now) husband and I was - "would you mind telling me how you got engaged?" I instantly thought, wow...she really wants to get to know us and know the background on how we fell in love. It was an instant feeling of "bliss" from that point forward. As much as I wanted to hire Samantha for the entire event, I didn't think Brad and I would be able to afford it BUT Samantha worked effortlessly with our budget which we are still extremely thankful for. There is no way we could have had our dream wedding without her experience, suggestions, and expertise. Throughout the planning processing, I had unlimited access by phone and email to Samantha. I'm sure at times I went overboard (I have a type A personality) but she never made me feel like I was a bother. She always took time to call, email, or make appointments to make sure my ideas for the BIG day were being put into place how we envisioned. The wedding day was one of the easiest days of my life. I know some of you may think I am overexaggerating but if you ask anyone in my wedding party what my mood was like that day, they will all tell you I was extremely relaxed (without alcohol) and more than ecstatic. I'll even go as far as to show pictures of our getting ready process so you can see how much fun and laughter we had that day! :) You can't go wrong hiring Samantha for your wedding day (or any event). She is meticulous with every aspect of the planning and executing process. I sincerely and whole-hearted recommend Soireebliss to anyone wanting an unforgettable experience. Samantha, Brad and I will forever be grateful to you for creating such a warm, inviting, fun, and loving atmosphere for us and our guests. We can never thank you enough!!
xoxoxox - Mr. & Mrs. Brad Martin
Ksk55
Wedding: 11/13/10
Samantha gave my daughter, and myself, peace of mind on the big day. We did not worry about one thing!! Even though an outside aspect of the reception had to be moved indoors she and her staff handled the changes beautifully and all we had to do was show up and enjoy. She was also a godsend with many design recommendations and handling a snafu with the DJ 3 weeks prior to the wedding. I highly recommend Samantha and plan to use her for our other daughters wedding in Austin next fall.
Julbert
Wedding: 10/9/10
Since I was planning from out of state and have no local bridesmaids to help keep me sane, I often called or texted or emailed Samantha with random questions and panics. She always remained calm and gave me several options and ideas to choose from. Poor Sam came down with the stomach flu right before our wedding, but still hung in there and made sure the setup and schedule went flawlessly. Luckily, the two of us had already discussed the intricate details of the remainder of the evening because I really wanted her to get home and rest. I'm sure most brides would panic if their coordinator left before dinner was served and had a new assistant and "plan b" on hand that may not have been 100% sure of the schedule or details, but fortunately for me, Samantha had already prepped me of the schedule and expectations long before the day came and I only panicked for maybe a few seconds before realizing that I had nothing to worry about. I guess my only complaint would be that the assistant and "plan b" weren't 100% sure, so we ended up a little rushed during table greetings and didn't have our dinner packed up (Albert was really sad he didn't get to eat any of his steak). Despite this, I still walked into my ceremony and reception room completely blown away by how beautiful everything had been setup and how perfect the night was going to be. Samantha is a true sweetheart and I definitely see us keeping in touch. Her enthusiasm and confidence are contagious!
kirstikimberly
Wedding: 7/31/10
Samantha and her team were amazing! Best money we spent in the whole wedding planning process. My only regret is that I didn't get in touch with Samantha earlier and hire her to plan my entire wedding.
Although Samantha was only our "wedding weekend" wedding planner, she made herself available to us throughout our planning process to offer advice and make excellent recommendations. In the few weeks leading up to the wedding, Samantha took over contact with our vendors and made sure everything was in place for the wedding. She attended my final walk through of the reception venue with me and really helped make that aspect of the wedding unique to us. She also handled a rather difficult church-wedding coordinator at our ceremony location with grace and professionalism. She was knowledgable about every aspect of the process and we always felt as if we were truly important to her as clients. Such a joy to work with :-)
Stephanie
Wedding: 6/26/10
Hiring Samantha with Soireebliss! was the best investment I had for my entire wedding! I hired Sam for my Day of Wedding Coordination but she was so much more than that! She was very easy to get in touch with and worked to make sure that my day was flawless! Everything that I had planned was done to perfection and no detail was left out. If there were any problems, I was never made aware of them, because Sam and her team made sure it was covered. I could not have had such a wonderful day without Soireebliss! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!! -Stephanie and Ben
Nicola
Wedding: 5/22/10
Hiring Samantha was the smartest thing I did during the whole wedding planning processes. Once I hired her the stress just dissapeared. She kept me on target and helped me with all of the major decisions I needed to make even though I was practically living over-seas during much of the planning phase. I cant even describe how much help she provided. The night of the wedding I had three assistant planners because Sam had another wedding (I knew this when I hired her), and they were all so wonderful and professional. I could not have done this without Sam, Helen, Nancy and Cassandra. I am recommending this team to everyone I know. HIRE SOIREEBLISS, you wont regret it.! :)
Tanell
Wedding: 4/24/10
Samantha,
You and your team made my daughters wedding the most wonderful celebration. Everything went off perfectly. You handled everything and everyone with such proffessionalism. Everyone that was at the wedding has told us that it was the most spectacular wedding that they had ever been to. It was all we could have asked for and more. Thank you so much for all of your suggestions and advice. You were right on with it all. From the vendors to the dos and donts. You were always there for us when we needed you. You went the extra mile for us and we will never forget it. We hit paydirt when we found you Samantha.
Best regards,
Tanell Henderson
dtbride
Wedding: 2/20/10
I can't say enough good things about Samantha and soiréebliss! Since I work in the event industry I wasn't sure I needed a wedding coordinator but from the minute I met Sam I knew I needed her as my wedding coordinator. Her attention to detail, professionalism and creativity is the best in the business. She went above and beyond to help me with some difficult decisions I had during the planning process. She is amazing and I highly recommend Sam and her team to ANYONE planning a wedding!
Ava
Wedding: 1/16/10
Three words to describe Samantha and the soireebliss! experience:
Personal - She helped us fulfill our wedding vision by listening to our
desires and ideas and used her creativity to enhance our
wedding.
Professional - She was always polite, timely, and had a great network of
vendors that also delivered superb services.
Worry Free - She was always on top of every detail and kept everything
running smoothly so planning the wedding was a truly
enjoyable experience.
During the wedding week, Samantha and soireebliss! were with us every step
of the way from final walkthroughs, to rehearsal and dinner, to the wedding
and finally the reception. Every detail was covered, all ran 100% smoothly
and the event was a total success.
As a recent bride I highly recommend you hire a wedding planner; and that
wedding planner should be Samantha. She and her team work so hard that she
is worth every bit of her fee. After saying "I DO" to my fiance, hiring Samantha was one of the smartest things I've done.
Thanks again Sam for everything.
Sean & Marcia
Wedding: 11/21/09
On a scale of 0-5, Samantha is a 10! We loved working with Samantha and our day would not have gone nearly as smoothly without her. She was able to give us several referrals for vendors and had some great ideas for setting up our reception space. Samantha pays close attention to details and genuinely cares about her clients. On our first "power" meeting, I think she spent about 2 1/2 hours with us in getting to know our history together, our vision for the wedding, and noting other special & important details. During the wedding weekend, both of our parents commented on how organized she was and mine truly appreciated having her assistance since they are from out of town. Her fees are so very reasonable and worth every penny! Of all of our vendors, she was one of our favorites to work with and we would highly, highly recommend her to other couples.
tacy81
Wedding: 11/7/09
Samantha and her team were amazing. The thing I found most helpful is that Samantha really goes above and beyond to make the wedding day all you imagined it would be.
bmaxey
Wedding: 10/9/09
Firstly, let me begin by saying my husband and I live in Florida and we were planning a wedding in Houston, Texas. Thus I had no way of knowing the good, bad and ugly list of wedding vendors in Houston. So I began reading review after review for wedding coordinators and one name continued to pop up…Samantha Darr….. hence I contacted her. In our first phone call, she immediately began asking questions in order to quickly learn about our personalities, our love story and the vision for our wedding day. I explained to her the situation with planning an out of state wedding and that I would not be meeting these vendors in person until the wedding day, thus communication via email/telephone were very important to me. Samantha quickly assembled a list of wedding vendors which she thought would mesh well with our vision, personality and style and she was dead on! Every vendor that she suggested was a complete dream to work with even though I had never meet many of the vendors in person until the wedding day, as we were thousands of miles apart.
On the wedding day, Samantha and her team handled all of the little hiccups that arose with a steady and swift hand while keeping everything in control and seamlessly flowing so that no one even realized a tiny hiccup occurred. Samantha and her team remained calm, composed, professional and smiling all the while. She honored and executed all of our crazy decor requests, from completely drenching the entire venue in candles, to the “no flower” rule, to assembling a fake cake. She conquered every challenge from unruly patrons to a true melting pot of guests with the greatest of ease. Samantha and her team really were phenomenal and our day would not have happened without Samantha’s expertise!
As a business owner myself, I know and fully understand that some business owners take pride in what they do and they go above and beyond the call of duty and others do not. I can honestly say with the utmost confidence that SoireeBliss! went above and beyond what we could ever imagine in our wildest dreams! We will FOR SURE keep you and your company on the tip of our tongues when we hear any of our friends and/or family say “We are engaged!”
Susan
Wedding: 8/1/09
I would recommend Soireebliss to anyone planning a wedding. They were absolutely amazing! It was so nice to not worry about anything during the wedding because Sam and her assistant, Tracy, made sure everything was going as scheduled. I could not have done it without them!!