Reviews from Marry Me Tampa Bay Couples

Marry Me Tampa Bay curates the below reviews from real couples whom we’ve personally interviewed. As Tampa Bay’s most trusted wedding planning resource, these reviews are 100% accurate and aren’t created by fake accounts.

  • We looked for a wedding planner who could understand our vision and bring it to life while keeping it as stress-free as possible. We also really needed someone who could understand us, our likes, dislikes, etc., and help narrow things down because both of us can be very indecisive at times!

    Parties A’ La Carte was such an easy choice for us. From the very start and throughout the whole planning process, they were professional, organized, super detail-oriented, and so knowledgeable. They guided us through every decision and detail, which made everything so much easier and way less stressful. On our wedding day, they were amazing, everything ran perfectly, and we didn’t have to worry about anything. We were able to relax and really enjoy every single moment.

    – Kelsey and Steve |
  • I looked for someone who was creative and organized. From the moment I met with Jessica Ralph at Parties A La Carte, I knew her and her team would execute my dream day to perfection. They were organized and vision driven. I appreciated how much they respected our budget and was able to execute every little detail I asked for. They had an impressive team of vendors they worked with.

    – Hilary and Ryan |
  • We wanted someone experienced, familiar with our venue and area, and well-connected with local vendors. We underestimated just how much work planning a wedding is without a planner. A truly great planner brings a refined, well-honed process to the table—one that lifts the burden off the couple and transforms a stressful experience into an enjoyable one.

    In that regard, Parties A’ La Carte exceeded all expectations. Their team is exceptionally experienced and creative, and they managed to make the entire planning process not only seamless but genuinely enjoyable. They learn what we like and present us with researched options; we only have to do the fun parts! Jessica and Cara brought invaluable insight—effortlessly discerning what would work best and what to avoid, ultimately saving us both time and money. Their professionalism and meticulous attention to detail provided complete peace of mind from start to finish.

    – Grace and James |
  • We moved our wedding date up, so we only had two and a half months to plan! We needed a wedding planner who was incredibly professional and capable of pulling it off in a very short amount of time.

    Enter, Parties A La Carte. We interviewed a few wedding planners in the area, and we were just immediately impressed with Jessica and Cara. There aren’t enough positive things in the world to say about the PALC team. They’re just a wonderful group of people who truly care about the people they work with. They go above and beyond in every area.

    – Annie and Thomas |
  • I wanted someone who had a great portfolio and who we felt confident could bring our vision to life.

    We hired Parties A La Carte mainly because of their reputation, and we were very happy with the end result. Jessica Ralph and the team did a great job on the day. Everything went off without a hitch. We felt like they really cared and worked hard to make sure we had the wedding of our dreams.

    – Katie and Steven |
  • We watched in awe as Parties A La Carte planned and executed Michael’s sister’s wedding flawlessly. Jessica Ralph and her team go above and beyond to ensure the day itself will function perfectly, and that is because of the work and dedication they put in for months leading up to the big day. At first, we were determined to do it all on our own (which is possible), but with us both working full-time, it became more stressful than we wanted.

    Parties A La Carte took all of our ideas and ran with them, creating a day we never could have believed was possible. It was truly a dream come true having them as a part of our wedding!

    – Katie and Michael |
  • We wanted a wedding planner who was organized, detail-oriented, and who could direct to help me make decisions. We met with Jessica Ralph, the owner of Parties A’La Carte, one time, and I knew she was the one for us! I loved the initial meeting and what she was willing to do for me so I could focus on work and my life back in CO. Jessica is fabulous! The team was simply amazing! I felt taken care of at all times leading up to the wedding, and the day would not have happened without them!

    – Becca and Rob |
  • We wanted someone who was calm and knew how to take control. Wedding planning should not be a stressful process for the couple.

    Jessica and the Parties A’ La Carte team made the wedding planning process easy by sticking within our budget and creating the best time for us. They made the process very simple. They ended up being our heroes during the actual event and ushered us to and from formalities so that we got all the photos we needed or did not even know we needed.

    We chose Parties A La Carte because my mother-in-law had worked with this company before on previous events. We are so grateful we trusted her judgment on this because Parties A’ La Carte made the process very simple.

    – Makayla and Adam |
  • I wanted a wedding planner who was relatable, easy to work with, detail-oriented, and who would listen to what my inspiration was and be able to give input and enhance it.

    Parties A’La Carte was a dream to work with, and they did an amazing job. From start to finish, it was perfect, thanks to them. They made the whole planning process through execution easy and stress-free.

    – Alison and Brendan |
  • “I wanted someone with experience and who understood my vision. As soon as I met with Jessica of Parties A’La Carte I knew she would be perfect because she had experience, and I could tell she could handle an extravagant wedding.”

    – Allessandra and Bryan |
  • “Honestly, I could kick myself in the butt for not hiring a wedding planner. So many people told me not to waste my money, that I could just do it by myself. So, I did. Big mistake! I needed someone to take my vision and execute it, and Parties a la Carte nailed it. They were worth every dollar spent. I had a few items remaining, some that I didn’t even know I needed, and the owner, Jessica, was literally able to solve all of it in one day with her contacts! My wedding threw Jessica and team many curve balls, and she caught them all.”

    – Carrie and Jason |
  • “Really not knowing the steps to planning a wedding can be stressful, but Jessica and Parties A La Carte did all they could to help every step of the way. They answered countless questions, and never made us feel like a burden. I really appreciate everything they’ve done for us! I couldn’t have asked for anything more, and we couldn’t have done it without them.”

    – Holly and Joe |
  • “Since I was planning from out-of-state, a wedding planner was key. We didn’t want to worry about the unknown. We also wanted to enjoy the process, so finding someone whom we trusted and would keep us on top of things was important. When you first meet Jessica and the Parties A’La Carte team, it is obvious they are experienced and will do anything to make the wedding of your dreams happen. They are detail oriented and will make sure you consider all the options (that you may not have even thought of before). Most importantly they took care of our guests and bridal party and made sure they were having fun and that the logistics and transportation were seamless. I can’t imagine the day of the wedding without their team!”

    – Holly and Andrew |
  • “From day one, Jessica, the owner of Parties A’La Carte, helped me with everything I needed. I had known her for years, and when I saw the weddings and events that she and her team had done, I was immediately drawn to them. Their events were beautiful and unique, so I knew no matter what I had envisioned for my wedding, Jessica was going to make it happen for me. I hired them right after getting engaged, and from that moment on, the team went above and beyond to make my dream wedding come true. There would not have been a wedding if it weren’t for them!”

    – Marisa and Kevin |
  • Parties A’ La Carte was highly recommended by my venue. After seeing some of their previous weddings on social media and meeting with Jessica, I hired Parties A’ La Carte for partial planning and day of coordination. Their service exceeded all expectations I had for a wedding planner. Jessica consistently made herself available during the wedding planning process to ensure the ceremony and reception design was perfect. I knew from day one of meeting her that she was passionate about her job and exceptionally talented, but the day of coordination services showed that Jessica and her team truly care about their client’s happiness. Anything my husband and I needed on our wedding day, the Parties A’ La Carte team handled in five minutes or less! I could easily say the team went above and beyond for us. We have no idea what we would have done without them!”

    – Gina and Steve |
  • “Jessica and her team at Parties A’La Carte made our day come to life and one we’ll remember forever. Attention to detail was very important to both of us, and I also didn’t want a group who commits to too many weddings a year. I wanted to know that my wedding planner would be focused on executing the day of our dreams!”

    – Ahyoung and Lamont |
  • “Being in the industry for almost four years, I’ve seen a lot. Luckily for me, I’ve learned a lot too. When it came to planning our wedding, I knew what having someone there to ensure the day ran smoothly and stress-free was a #1 priority for us. Hiring Parties a la Carte was a no brainer. From start to finish, they were on top of every little detail.”

    – Ashley and Randy |
  • “Jessica and the team from Parties A’ La Carte was by far the best decision I could have made. I could tell they were very organized and their personalities were definitely a team I could see myself enjoying working with. They were incredible! The number of hours they dedicated to our wedding was mind-blowing. Any time of the day or night we needed something, they were there. I would have truly been lost without them.”

    – Roseann and Paul |
  • Living in Washington, D.C., we knew we needed a wedding planner who was familiar with the Vinoy, as well as the local vendors. Jessica Ralph of Parties A’La Carte had done so many incredible weddings at the Vinoy we knew we needed her. She’s also very direct and honest, and that is something you need when you’re planning an event of this size and something both Nick and I really appreciate. There are so many decisions to make, so you need someone you can trust. Jessica showed up to our first meeting in a cute outfit with a great Chanel bag, so I knew we would get along great.

    Parties A’La Carte went above and beyond for us. Some people would say I’m a perfectionist, and Jessica and Macie were able to provide me with the options and vendors needed to make sure everything was perfect. When there was a hiccup in the planning process, Jessica did everything possible to create solutions. I am convinced there is no one in the area with better connections. Jessica found the majority of our wedding vendors/ We’re from out of town, so we had to rely on her for her local connections, and she certainly delivered. It was so much fun working together.

    – Mary and Nick |
  • As anyone who has planned a wedding knows, there are so many things you have to think about and a ton of decisions to be made. We wanted someone who could guide us through the wedding planning process and present us with the best options from which to choose. We also wanted someone who we could trust to have our wedding go off without a hitch.

    Parties A’La Carte was amazing at both. They found the right vendors for us, and our wedding day was nothing short of perfect! Other people we know used Jessica and loved her just like we did. She and her team are amazing at what they do. I would highly recommend them to anyone who asks.

    – Morgan and Michael |
  • I wanted someone organized, with excellent knowledge of the venues and the ability to offer ideas/opinions based on experience.

    Parties A’La Carte was the only recommended planner from both the church and the reception site! Since they came so highly recommended, it was almost a no brainer. Jessica and her team at Parties A’La Carte did not disappoint. They took my vision to the next level with everything from concept design to guest experience. Not only were they amazing at building the concept, but they are also incredible executers. I never once stressed about any of the details coming together because I knew they were on it. On the day of the wedding, my husband and I joked that we felt like celebrities because our “handlers” were always right there to get us whatever we needed: a fresh drink, a change of shoes, an excuse to escape a particularly chatty guest; they thought of everything and executed flawlessly.

    – Elizabeth and Jack |
  • I looked at reviews and went off a phone conversation. If I got along with them on the phone call and first meeting, I knew it would be a fit.

    Jessica Ralph was the most informative, knowledgeable, and hard-working planner I spoke to, and I knew she was the one I wanted. I have nothing but amazing things to say about Jessica and her team at Parties A’ La Carte.

    They make you feel included, which I loved, and we were even able to be hands-on by sealing all our invitations to the guests. Her team members came to our home and helped show us the ropes. Each person had their job to do, so the process moved smoothly.

    – Alison and James |
  • We wanted someone who could be a month of coordinator. We had done a lot of the planning of finding vendors during the lockdown, and thankfully, we were able to keep them when we decided to postpone our celebration. We needed help with just the finishing touches and the execution.

    After meeting with Jessica and McKenzie at Parties A La Carte, we knew they were the right choice. They listened to everything we wanted and offered help when I needed it. They made our day go perfect, and they brought our vision to life. It was a dream of a day!

    – Nicole and Alistair |
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    We were referred to Parties A’La Carte by my mother-in-law who had full confidence in her from working with them for my sister-in-law’s wedding.

    Parties A’La Carte came highly recommended. We wanted true professionals who would take away all of the stress that a wedding can bring upon an engaged couple. They not only helped in that aspect, but they brought so many different elements into our wedding that we would not have been able to imagine on our own. We had total trust in our wedding planner, and she exceeded all of our expectations.

    – Allie and Alfred |