Testimonials

Merry has been graced with the kindest couples, bridal parties, and families. In the process of fully understanding what exactly will make you happy in your big day, clients often become like family to us.

Alli & Virginia

November 2023, Bad Seed Cider Taproom, Highland, NY

“Merry by Mia was an invaluable resource to us as we navigated planning a wedding. Mia and Tony were our coordinators, and they were incredibly attentive and "on it" the day of our wedding. If at any point we or anyone in our bridal party needed assistance, it was reassuring to know we could reach out to Mia or Tony and they would take care of it.

As two brides, we took great care in vetting vendors who were inclusive and not stuck on producing a cookie cutter version of what they think a wedding should be, and from our first call with Mia, we knew she and her team would be the perfect fit for us. She took the time to get to know us, understand our specific wants/needs, and guide us through the planning process (her excel spreadsheet is a type A person's dream!) She was also quick to answer every and any question we had leading up to the wedding...even before our official kick-off meetings!

Mia and Tony also helped us problem solve on our wedding weekend. For example: We got married in an apple orchard, and on the day before during our rehearsal, it became clear that getting to the hiding spot before our ceremony would prove to be more challenging than we originally thought. This was incredibly stressful for us but after a quick 5 minute chat, Mia and Tony helped us come up with a solution. In order to make sure we could stick to our vision for our ceremony, Tony generously offered to drive us and our parents up to the top of the hill via a side road 5 minutes before the ceremony was set to begin — that way, our parents wouldn't have to tackle a steeper-than-anticipated walk up, and we (the brides) could remain hidden from our guests without having to stand in the middle of the orchard for 30+ minutes. Mia and Tony never made us feel like a task or request of ours was beneath them, and they went above and beyond to take our months of planning and turn it into the most amazing day.

Our main goal for hiring a DOC was to ensure that after all the planning, we could actually enjoy our wedding — and not have any work fall on our friends and family, either! Mia and Tony definitely delivered, and we had the absolute best time at our wedding. It was truly a relief to feel confident that they knew our wedding timeline like the back of their hand, and it was reassuring to know they would step in as the main point of contact for us so that we could focus on enjoying ourselves.

We also cannot stress enough how grateful we were to Mia and her team for their commitment to being inclusive and queer friendly. From more basic things like respecting people's pronouns to more complicated things like helping us navigate unique family situations, Mia made us feel seen and heard during the entire planning process.

Our guests couldn't stop raving about how the day went so smoothly, with many calling it the best run wedding they've ever been to. Hands down: hiring Merry by Mia as our DOC was the best decision we made.”

Alyssa & Joshua

October 2023, Brooklyn, NY

“Let me start this by saying, I have absolutely no idea what I would have done without Mia and Olivia! This was my first major vendor that I booked, because I knew how helpful they would be. From our very first call to the day of the wedding, they were with me every step of the way. They are both incredibly kind, warm and welcoming. They are organized, thoughtful and were always available to answer any questions or offer advice/recommendations. They helped with a detailed timeline (that proved to be so important and helpful from the very beginning!) and floorplan to help bring the vision to life. While not contractually obligated to help with anything other than day of, they were both more than welcome to help with anything during the entire wedding planning process. 

As someone who loves to be in the know, it was really easy to hand the reins over - I was super comfortable and at ease letting them handle everything. They knew all of the right questions to ask and made sure things were top of mind when necessary.  All of our friends and family shared the same sentiment and let us know constantly how nice and helpful they were at all times. Olivia brought our vision to life! Everything looked perfect and the day went smoother than I could have ever hoped for. 

I cannot stress enough the value Mia and Olivia brought to our wedding. We cannot recommend her services enough - if you're looking for a planner who will go above and beyond, you've found the best one!”

Taylor & Connor

October 2023, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, Greenwich, CT

“To start, we are so thankful for Mia and Tony for everything they did on our wedding day. I honestly didn’t think we needed a day-of coordinator (jokes), until we realized we needed the extra support. 

I was provided different options for wedding coordinators from our events manager. Choosing Merry by Mia was chosen at random and in the end, the best choice. I immediately felt secure when I had the first consultation call with Mia, where she displayed such confidence and organization. She was able to provide me guidance on a random day and I felt truly supported by her. 

My family and friends were amazed by how on point Mia was on the day of our wedding. I was so relaxed during our wedding, that I forgot I had a flower delivery on the way! The relaxation came from the fact that I knew Mia was going to have everything under control and be there for me and my husband. Our ceremony and reception were in the same room, where I was nervous on whether Mia and Tony would have enough time to get everything together. Of course, they transformed the room with the help of the venue to be everything we had planned. When Mia asked how I would like the decor items to be placed, I would usually defer to her judgment because I trusted her. 

I’ve already raved about Merry by Mia and recommended her to my friend who is recently engaged! Merry by Mia will definitely be the first recommendation I will provide to anyone who asks, “Any tips for a wedding?”

My husband and I truly can’t thank you enough for your generosity, support, organization, rapid problem solving skills, and kindness. Last thing about Mia is that, whenever I spoke with her, I felt like I was her only client, and I knew that our wedding day was going to be everything we imagined.”

Anais & Gregory

December 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“As anyone going through the wedding planning process knows; there are a lot of potential vendors you're likely hiring. While a coordinator wasn't the first on our

mind, hiring one was the #1 piece of advice we received from friends that had been through the process and thank goodness it was! I started with the preferred vendors list that our venue gave us and when I spoke to Mia, I knew she was the perfect fit for us

and our day. She was fun, kind and made us feel like she would have our backs the whole way through - and did she ever! While we only hired Mia for day-of-coordination, she was available throughout our entire planning process. Whether it was all of the little

questions that popped up along the way or one of our vendors not responding to us; Mia answered them all and quickly! and Mia tracked.her.down! and got everything we needed. In fact, we loved Mia so much - even early into our planning process that we suggested

my sister (who was planning her own wedding at the time) reach out to Merry by Mia for her big day as well. As my sister's wedding was 3 months before ours, I got to see how amazing Mia's entire team really was; which only made me feel even more confident

in our decision. Fast forward to our big day and when I say everything went perfectly; I mean there truly wasn't a moment that she had not prepared for and everything was executed exactly as we had imagined. Having seen her and her team run two very different styles of weddings, both seamlessly, I truly could not recommend them more!”

Erin & Max

September 2023, Larchmont Shore Club, Larchmont, NY

“There are many decisions you will need to make about your wedding day, hiring Mia to be your coordinator is the easy one. I met Mia through a friend's recommendation and I truly could not imagine the day going off as smoothly as it did without her. My mom and I were entirely new to wedding planning, basically starting from scratch, but we didn't require the full services of a planner so hiring a coordinator was the best option for us.

Mia's professionalism, attention to detail, and follow through are what set her apart. She is entirely solution-oriented and keeps your day moving forward based on your multiple lead up calls. Through constant review of our timeline, and bringing up steps that my mom and I didn't even think of, we went into the day feeling calm and able to enjoy ourselves; not stressed about "the little things." Mia is also incredible at working with others. The GM of the club we got married at has been known to clash with planners, and Mia won her over so well she asked for Mia's business card!

Your wedding goes by so fast, and you want to be able to enjoy every second of it as you have poured your heart and soul into this one day. Mia's team allows you to be a guest at your own wedding by taking any inkling of stress out of it. We could not imagine our day without Mia and her team!”

Michelle & Kevin

December 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“I will never forget my first call with Mia. We were in the process of “interviewing” for our planner for our wedding at Audrey’s Farmhouse. We had a handful of calls scheduled, and believe she was our 2nd coordinator call. Within minutes I knew she would be the coordinator for us. Her warm prescence is felt through the phone, and I immediately felt like I was talking to an old friend. Her heart is truly in what she does and could tell instantly our wedding mattered to her. There was such an ease in her sharing all her knowledge and experience. She was so personable right off the bat, taking the time to ask about Kevin and I’s relationship, how we met and our vision for the wedding day. Aside from our instant connection and trust I had in her team, she made a comment about not just being a day of coordinator. We would have access to her for unlimited phone calls, emails or texts to assist in the planning of our day. I bounced so many ideas off of her during the planning process, from late night pizza options, transportation, caterers for getting ready, as well as details for our day and flow and set up of Audreys. She is so knowledgeable of the venue and team and was so helpful organizing our day, and not to mention her INSTANT and thorough replys!

Ahead of our first scheduled call Mia sent us documents, example timelines and seating charts to help us navigate the planning process. Our calls were smooth and seamless, felt she had such a good grasp of our vision and how things should flow, her attention to detail is insane and her organization is next level. Her smile and personality is infectious over zoom, and we truly could not wait to share our day with her.

Leading up to our day I had no concerns Mia wasn’t going to be completely on top of it. So many guests commented on how calm I seemed weeks before and day of, and I have to say I owe this all to Mia. When I met Mia on the day of, it felt like again i had known her forever. Her set up and design was exactly how we imagined it to be. While we were getting ready she was exactly where we needed her when we needed her, not even asked she would show up at all the right times and jump in to help. The next day we found all our personal belongings organized back in their boxes and ready to go.

If in question weather or not you need a coordinator, you do! My goal was to make sure every guests was really just there to celebrate us. Didn’t want to give tasks to anyone, especially day of. Just let someone else do it! She took the time to get to know us, sent pics and comments back and forth to make sure she knew EXACTLY what we visioned. And coming from a very type A/planner individual myself, our ideas never clashed, she only amplified and brought to life our day. She was an absolute joy to work with and as she commented after our wedding, we are now bonded for life. This was not goodbye, we really do plan to see you later Mia!”

Melanie & Gary

July 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“After Gary proposed to me, we immediately became overwhelmed with where to start with planning the wedding. We reached out to Mia and decided to hire her as our Day-of Coordinator and we knew that she would make sure that everything would be perfect for our wedding.

Throughout the wedding planning process, even though she was not obligated by contract to help us, she guided us in so many ways that made this journey so much easier. For example, she was the one who suggested our wedding venue when we were stuck in deciding where to get married. She also gave us so many tips for the wedding day that we would never have thought of ourselves (like how to repurpose our flowers).

She also made planning the timeline of the wedding day a breeze; My mother, mother-in-law, and maid of honors all agreed that Mia made sure all the guests and bridal parties were attended to and everything was on schedule. Our wedding day went smoother than we could've ever imagined and we owe it all to Mia!

With all this said, if you are still thinking if you should hire Mia as your Day-of Coordinator, we sincerely recommend her as your go-to person to make your wedding day as memorable and as stress-free as possible!

With tons of love,

The Chous”

Jessica & Tyler

September 2023, Hartland, CT

“When I first started planning our wedding, we were torn between selecting a venue or keeping it
‘simple’ with a backyard wedding. We also had an added stressor of choosing a State – Colorado or
Connecticut. We are both originally from Connecticut, where all our family lives, but we currently live in
Colorado, which made wedding planning difficult from the start. Ultimately, our decision was simple – a
backyard wedding at my parent’s house in Connecticut! What I did not understand from the start, was
that it’s definitely not “simple” to go the backyard wedding route! There were so many moving pieces to
consider, and it quickly became clear I could not successfully plan this without an incredible amount of
support. Enter…Merry by Mia to save the day!

I’m honored to share that I have a very special connection with “The Mia” of Merry – Mia and I met in
the 4th Grade at Hartland Elementary School in East Hartland, CT – in the very same town I was about to
plan my wedding in. Even when we were little, I remember Mia as the incredibly smart, organized, and
talented girl who would help keep us all in line (I have a core memory of her with a clipboard in hand
corralling us kids on stage for drama class), always while keeping a smile on her face. Fast forward
almost 20 years later, and she still harbors those skills, but of course to a much more impressive degree!
It was an absolute no-brainer for us to choose Merry by Mia. To work alongside a lifelong friend, who I
knew would put the effort and compassion into making this the most special wedding day, was such a
blessing. As Mia called it, a true ‘labor of love’ was put into our wedding day – and it was unequivocally
the best day of my life!

The benefits we received from working with Merry were endless, I’m writing this about a month after
our wedding has passed and I’m still thinking of all the little things Mia and Tony did to make our
wedding day perfect – from the last-minute table decoration adjustments (due to the wind) to refilling
the toilet paper in the rented restrooms (definitely not in the contract!) – there were so many
components to the day that did not go unnoticed or unattended and I’m still in awe that everything was
taken care of!

I am a very organized and detail-oriented person – having worked in Operations, Event Planning,
and Logistics Coordinator positions, I have a tendency to think I can do it all. There were so many
moments during the planning stages where I would be so frustrated or confused, and it would all be
resolved with a simple text or email to Mia, she would almost always respond instantly with the answer I
was looking for or the answer I didn’t know I needed. I also remember having a moment of panic the
morning of my wedding, thinking there was still so much that needed to be done, but then Mia and Tony
arrived and gave me this sense of calm and assurance that everything was going to be perfect, and she
was so right – my literal heroes! She gave me what I needed most on my wedding day – unwavering
support. My husband, myself, and our families could relax and allow ourselves to enjoy every moment
knowing Mia was on top of everything. Mia was always a head turn away, there to give guidance on
what we needed to do next. I can say with 100 percent certainty our special day wouldn’t have been
special without Merry by Mia.

There were moments during the wedding when my parents or a guest would comment and just say how
impressed or appreciative they were of Mia’s support and attention to detail. I could go on forever

about how amazing Merry by Mia was as our Day-Of Coordinator – she made my dream backyard
wedding literally come true and that’s just something I will be forever grateful to her for!
If you are wondering if you should hire a Day-Of Coordinator for your wedding, I can unquestionably say
that you should! Merry by Mia is the absolute best in the business, they will give you care and show you
the compassion you need to enjoy your special day!”

Dominique & Henry

September 2023, Night of Joy, Brooklyn, NY

“Hiring Merry by Mia as our wedding coordinator was the single best and most important thing we did for our wedding and we are so grateful to them.

My husband and I decided to hire a day of coordinator because we were getting married at a bar rather than a traditional wedding venue and knew there would be so many things we wouldn't realize we needed or even wanted without an expert's help. My sister who was planning her wedding as we were planning ours had already hired Merry by Mia and highly recommended her. We met with Mia over zoom and right away felt a sense of relief. We were able to express what our hopes and dreams and concerns around planning and executing our wedding were and she really just got it!

We ended up working with Olivia on Mia's team who happened to live right around the corner from our Brooklyn venue. Olivia was incredible every step of the way. In the months leading up to our wedding, our conversations with Olivia were so, so helpful - she knew all the right questions to ask, she made sure we were prepared for anything that could come up on our wedding day and insured there was a backup plan in place. She methodically reviewed our day of timeline with us until it was perfect, coached us in navigating difficult conversations with vendors and sent us helpful reminders when things fell off our radar.

Olivia somehow knew exactly the right time to text and remind of us things in the hectic days and moments leading up to the wedding. My dad, who was at the venue early to help set up along with all of the vendors couldn't stop raving about how at every turn Olivia was right there knowing exactly what to do before a thought could even turn into a moment of confusion. She was magical and professional and just all around lovely.

We felt so supported by Mia and Olivia and could not recommend them more!”

Sylvia & Andrew

August 2023, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY

“Our biggest priority on our wedding day was making sure that we focus on each other and celebrate together. We knew we were going to be on the larger side (over 200 people) and that it would be easy to get lost in the details and the sea of loved ones. So we knew from the start we needed a Day-of Coordinator.

We needed to find someone we could trust, who would handle all those details while still retaining the overall vision for the day. After our first conversation with Mia we knew she was the obvious choice. She talked to us in a way that exuded the confidence of someone who has done this many times before, and the compassion of someone who wants her clients to have the best wedding possible. That combo of know-how and heart was present in every conversation we had with Mia and in a large way made our evening even more perfect than either of us could have imagined.

Oh yeah, but before the wedding day she also was a total god-send. You are getting a Day-of coordinator, but once we got within a month and had our first few calls she was so helpful at prioritizing for us, serving as a sounding board for any later-minute concerns and ideas. She also jumped into many email threads and dealt with annoying requests from our venues, even communicating with vendors to help them comply with venue rules. Every time we hung up from a call with her we would say "hiring her was one of the best decisions we've ever made." Even when the stress was ramping up we always felt confident that Mia had our back and was going to make sure we had an amazing wedding day.

The feeling that we were in good hands with Mia turned out to be more true than we could've imagined. My wife and I still cannot believe how perfect our wedding day was and we both believe a large part of that was Mia. On the day of, she was working from beginning to end, doing all the major things like making sure everyone was following schedule, to minor details like helping our friends track down some missing picture frames. On top of just absolutely crushing all the details, she had a warmth and kindness that was noticed by our families, our parties, and our close friends. Everyone who had even a moment's interaction with her complimented her.

I'll close with a very telling anecdote about who Mia is. At one point during our reception when we were in our bridal suite, we were chatting with Mia about being at so many weddings. We were saying how perfect ours felt and asking if the novelty of it wears off when you work at weddings as a coordinator. She said that it does at points when she is focused on the details, but that when she sees the ceremonies and the moments of love and happiness between the couples she always remembers why she loves what she does and can still feel the passion for the work. If you hire Merry you will have an experience like this: A coordinator who puts the work above everything but never forgets the heart of why they are there, which is to celebrate love and to make special memories.”

Madeleine & Adam

November 2022, Prospect Park Picnic House, Brooklyn, NY

“The Merry team was so fantastic! They served as day/month of coordinator for us and were a tremendous help. They immediately took control of the planning and orchestrating how the day would flow, putting together the details with clear next steps for us to fill out to make it all run smoothly. The day of the team was so lovely and professional. They did a great job quickly getting the venue set up and looking beautiful and ensuring guests and bridal party all new what was what. The team managed the whole process and it let me and Adam truly enjoy and let loose the whole evening. We highly recommend Merry for your wedding. Thank you so much Merry team!”

Phuong & Zuki

July 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“There's a reason why the Merry by Mia team is on the preferred vendors list at Audrey's Farmhouse... #1 reason being they are absolutely crushing it! Our day couldn't have gone smoother and we 100% owe it to Mia and Olivia! Thank you so much!!!

We were deciding between a full wedding planner and a day-of coordinator and we're extremely happy we went with Mia and her team. From the setup call ~9 months out to the regular check-ins, they gave us just enough guidance for us to feel comfortable that we're checking all the boxes and plans are properly in place by the time the nervousness/stress starts to kick in. They were also prompt with any email questions we had in between calls which gave us so much comfort. There are a thousand small things to consider for the wedding and a million ways to get them done which, of course, seems daunting but Olivia gave us options, calmly walked us through every step, and reassured us that everything was covered. We incorporated a few special cultural elements (Japanese sake cups, traditional Vietnamese attire) and couldn't have been happier with how things turned out. On the day of the wedding, Olivia was doing everything, everywhere all at once! She was always around for questions but also busy making sure that everything was falling into place in the background. Our wedding was a wonderful event and there was definite synergy between Olivia (and Mia), Audrey's Farmhouse, and all of our vendors. Thank you Mia and Olivia!

Seriously, we couldn't imagine things going smoother on the big day. Thanks again so much. Take care and keep crushing it!”

Victoria & Mike

June 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“Mike and I originally began looking for a wedding coordinator just because our venue required one, but after working with Mia, we couldn’t imagine our day without one — without Mia, specifically! We cannot recommend her highly enough for her professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for our happiness.

After speaking with a few coordinating/planning services, speaking with Mia was like a breath of fresh air. She was energetic, supportive, and an invaluable source of wedding knowledge/advice, and she carried this energy beyond the “interview” through our big day (and beyond).

In our early calls, Mia made it her mission to understand our vision and translate it into reality. She listened attentively to our desires and preferences, offered guidance when we needed it, and ultimately ensured that every aspect of the evening was tailored to our vision. She also went above and beyond the scope of work as she sourced hotel questions for us, advised on vendors, and kept our questions in mind as she coordinated other weddings at our venue.

On the day of the wedding, Mia orchestrated every aspect of the event seamlessly, ensuring that every detail was taken care of . From coordinating the arrival of vendors to managing the timeline of the day, she flawlessly directed the flow of events, leaving us free to fully enjoy the celebration knowing that she had everything under control. This attention to detail continued throughout the evening — she anticipated our needs before we even knew we had them and addressed concerns quickly and discreetly, ensuring that we were always taken care of.

We truly cannot overstate the value Mia brought to our wedding planning process and big day. She not only helped us create a beautiful event but also ensured that it ran smoothly, leaving us with memories that will last a lifetime. We wholeheartedly recommend her services to any couple seeking a wedding planner who will go above and beyond to make their dreams come true. Thank you, Mia, from the bottom of our hearts, for making our special day absolutely perfect!”

Abby & Ryan

May 2023, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“When I started planning my wedding, I wasn't sure whether I wanted to hire a planner.  I can be a bit Type A and was excited to take charge of wedding planning myself, so I didn't feel like a full-time wedding planner was the right fit for me.  However, I also liked the idea of having some support throughout the process and of having someone I trusted take charge of executing my vision the day of the wedding.  When I spoke to Mia (and listened to her super-helpful podcast), I knew she was the perfect fit for me.  She was warm, friendly, energetic, and easy to talk to, and I could tell immediately that she is extremely organized.  When I recapped our call for my then-fiance, we both agreed that we had to hire her.  And it was the BEST decision!!  

First, Mia was more than happy to answer questions that I had throughout the planning process.  While I felt pretty comfortable with most aspects of planning, there were some times when I had questions or just needed advice on how to deal with tricky situations.  Mia was incredibly responsive over email or happy to hop on a quick call to answer my questions, and her advice was always spot-on.  The fact that Mia had a lot of experience at our wedding venue was also a huge plus.

Then, in the weeks leading up to my wedding, Mia did an amazing job of helping us develop our day-of timeline and tracking all of the details and documents that we needed for everything to go smoothly on our wedding day.  She thought of a ton of important details that hadn't even occurred to me and made sure that everything was ready to go to allow the day to run as smoothly as possible.  In the weeks leading up to the wedding, I was also working full time and searching for a new job, so having Mia's support in keeping track of everything that needed to be done was absolutely instrumental in keeping me sane!!

Finally, Mia and Essence absolutely crushed it the day of our wedding!!  I felt completely calm that day knowing that they were there to make sure everything went smoothly and according to plan.  And I truly could not imagine a more perfect day.  Mia and Essence were such a pleasure to be around and to work with.  They were extremely professional and did an awesome job liaising with our other vendors and keeping us on schedule with the timeline.  The day went by so quickly, so it was huge for my husband and I to know that Mia and Essence had everything under control and that we could just enjoy ourselves and be present with our friends and family!  I truly cannot recommend Mia and her team enough.  They are the absolute best and I am so, so glad that we hired them!”

Melissa & Walter

March 2023, Glen Island Harbour Club, New Rochelle, NY

“As someone who is meticulous and can certainly let the details take over - I wanted my wedding day to be different. I wanted to be able to focus on my husband, family and friends and ‘let go’ of everything else! That being said, even though I wanted to ‘let go’, I still wanted things to be done right and to ensure that all of the work and effort I was putting into my wedding would be honored and respected. It was a no brainer to hire a Day-Of-Coordinator. Merry was actually the first vendor I hired - even before we looked at venues and secured a date.

I had the pleasure of seeing Mia, Founder of Merry, in action at my best friend's wedding. The way Mia acted as a buffer in between the venue and the Bride, how detailed she was and how my friend, the Bride was able to fully enjoy and be immersed in her own wedding day was truly amazing to see! There was even a moment during the reception when two tables needed to be moved to make room for a dance floor. Mia orchestrated this shift from dinner to dancing so seamlessly that none of us even realized what was happening and we were seated at that table! It was at this moment that I knew having someone to run the show for you was paramount to a successful, stress-free event!

Working with Merry was the best experience. For my wedding I hired a Day of Coordinator and Second Coordinator as I knew there were a lot of moving parts and I wanted to be covered. Mia and her team asked questions I wasn’t even thinking about and on the day-of our wedding they were prepared with quite literally everything I needed. On our bus to take photographs Mia actually physically put deodorant on me and on our way to the venue was pulling out snacks just to make sure we all had sustenance to make it through the day. These are minor details in the grand scheme of things as Mia was also simultaneously in constant contact with her Second Coordinator (and amazing husband!) Tony, who was on site at our venue ensuring all of our details were exactly how I wanted. Due to the cold, windy day - they ensured the venue added flaps and sides down for our ceremony tent and even helped my husband and I sneak out of the venue a few times for private photos when our guests started arriving.

Working with Merry was exactly how I expected it to be - worth every penny and a 10 out of 10 experience.

I would absolutely recommend working with Merry. Their experience in the industry and in events is just one of the reasons why I would recommend them but it’s really their willingness to care about your events in the same way you do that makes everything come to life!

I firmly believe it’s so important to have someone who advocates for you on the day of and checks in on you. Of course, you can delegate things to family and friends but on the day of your wedding, don’t you want everyone to feel special and enjoy themselves? Don’t you want to be able to let go and finally enjoy being celebrated? I can’t say it enough - we have family and friends that would have dropped everything for us on the day of, but it felt GREAT to be able to tell people ‘we have it all covered’ when they asked what we needed. Seeing our family and friends have such a great, stress-free night along with us is all we needed to know that we made the best decision in hiring Merry!

I provided Bridal Playbooks as PDFs to all of our Bridal Party and parents which included Merry’s information in those booklets. This was such a huge selling point for our Bridal Party because they knew that Mia & Tony were really the captains of our event and that they always had someone to ask questions and to help them. Our Bridal Party was a mix of some who had been in multiple weddings and some who’d never even been to a wedding. It was great for them to have a team like Merry - fixing bow ties, flowers, showing them where to stand and even giving them tips on walking down the aisle.”

Stephanie - Mother of the Groom

December 2022, Whitby Castle, Rye, NY

I was introduced to Mia on a call that my son and daughter-in-law asked me to
be another pair of ears on. I was immediately impressed with her professionalism,
attention to detail and clear purpose of bride and groom being her main priority.
It was easily apparent she had taken great care to learn Ethan and Deirdre’s
preferences and vision for the day. I had no idea how important that would
become in the weeks leading up to the wedding and especially the day of.

I was always supportive of Ethan and D’s decision to have a “day of” coordinator
due to our particular circumstances, however my overall opinion was the most
weddings didn’t really need the services Mia provides. However, I couldn’t have
been more wrong. Due to her preparation time with the couple and careful
attention to detail, the numerous unforeseen circumstances that occurred on the
wedding day were handled with great care, professionalism and efficiency. Mia
and her second coordinator were able to handle the largest hiccup of the day
without most of the wedding guests being aware, including the bride and groom.
Reflecting on the day I now see how valuable having Mia as your “day of
“coordinator can be for most families.

As the mother of the groom, I was certainly not the center of anyone’s focus, as
it should be. She was very approachable, whenever I had a question or needed
her assistance. By keeping Ethan and Deidre as her central mission, I felt cared for
and at ease to thoroughly enjoy the day. I highly recommend Merry by Mia to any
couple or family looking for a wedding coordinator.

Deirdre & Ethan

December 2022, Whitby Castle, Rye, NY

We originally met Mia at a family wedding in 2021 where Deirdre was a bridesmaid. The
wedding was well orchestrated which we could both tell was in large part due to Mia and she
came highly recommended by the bride when we got engaged ourselves. It quickly became
apparent that having a day-of-coordinator would be helpful when we began to hire all of our
vendors and put a rough plan in place for how the day would flow. We could never have
imagined how impactful and important Mia and her second coordinator would actually be for us
in the weeks leading up to and on the day of the wedding.

Each wedding poses its own challenges (location, time of year, transportation, number of
guests, vendors, family dynamics, ceremony/reception logistics, etc.) and we know first-hand
that Mia can handle all of these with a reassuring calmness. Our conversations in the weeks
before the wedding date were invaluable in cementing our timeline and making sure that it
worked for each of the vendors while including everything that was important to us. There are so
many details that are difficult to imagine when you get engaged but Mia helped us decide on
each of them while keeping in mind the image we wanted for our wedding. It is evident that Mia
takes care to keep the bride and groom at the center of the planning and caters her approach to
meet you where you are in the process. 

Trying to bring together so many vendors can seem daunting but having someone at the center
of it all on that day and providing support to anyone who may need it is invaluable. The church
where we held our ceremony reassured us in our discussions leading up to the wedding that we
would not even need a day-of-coordinator there; however, this could not have been further from
the truth. We were so grateful Mia was there to assist with the wedding party, families, and all
the other situations that arose. You never know what part of the day will need the most help but
having a coordinator there will allow for peace of mind and enable you to have the best possible
day. 

We cannot understate how appreciative we are of Mia’s services and support. By the day of the
wedding it truly felt like having a friend by our side making sure everything worked and we could
relax with our guests. Long after we have come off the wedding high we will remember what she
meant to us and will be recommending her to all of our friends in hopes we can see her again at
future events.

Amy & Fraser

August 2022, The Roundhouse, Beacon, NY

“I would consider myself to be a very organized bride. (I made my bridesmaids a Google slides presentation for their dress options.) Being a type A person and the fact that our venue also provided multiple representatives, we weren’t sure if a Day of Coordinator was necessary. Then we got on the phone with Mia and immediately knew we had to work with her. After so many vendor phone calls and consultations, the minute we spoke with Mia, she got us the most. Her warmth and energy made us feel like she was an old friend we’ve known for years. I’m also an actor and personally loved that Mia comes from a theater background. There is a level of artistry that comes with a wedding day, making sure music cues happen, bridal party knows where to enter and exit, lights, timing, the energy of the room… Mia’s special skillset that can only come with performance experience made me personally feel like we were taken care of. The details and questions she provided assured us that having Merry by Mia on our team would allow us to fully enjoy our special day. As soon as we got off the phone Fraser said, we HAVE to work with her.

We decided to have Mia’s support for the whole weekend, managing the rehearsal run through, a rehearsal lunch and welcome party the day before and had both Mia and Olivia’s support on the day of the wedding. We are extremely glad we went with these options. As organized as I am I did not want to be the point person all weekend and we did not want any of that to fall on our family or friends. Mia is so adept at leading with friendly authority to focus a large group of people’s attention. She is wonderful at jumping right in and working with new vendor and venue reps, being respectful and kind and also reining in plans. She has the kind of leadership skills anyone would strive to have.

No matter how much you plan in advance there will inevitably be little fires that need to be put out the day of. Mia and Olivia provided all of that support on both a large scale and very personal level. No matter what happens on your wedding day you want to work with people who are organized and professional, but most of all kind. Mia and Olivia were all of the above for us. The Merry team impressed Fraser and I as well as our family all weekend.

I don’t know how any person would be able to plan a wedding without day of coordination. When we looked at what we were spending on flowers, photography, music, etc, ensuring that our year’s worth of planning would be executed to the T without stress was just as, and even more, valuable to us. As everyone tells you, the day goes by in a flash and the last thing you’d want to deal with is timelines and answering everyone’s questions. The Merry team is absolutely the best and we can’t recommend them enough.”

Katie & Ian

November 2022, The Roundhouse, Beacon, NY

“We knew from the start that we wanted to have a day-of-coordinator on our wedding day. We were planning the wedding ourselves and thought it would be invaluable to have someone there to tackle all the little details so we could thoroughly enjoy ourselves and truly be present. That was exactly our experience with Merry.

After having an initial conversation with Mia, we knew we had to hire Merry. She was already offering such helpful guidance and asking questions we hadn’t even thought to ask. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Mia was absolutely critical in developing our wedding day timeline, liaising with vendors, and making sure nothing fell through the cracks.

On our big day, we heard from guest after guest that we seemed so easygoing and organized – that was in large part because we had Mia by our side. During one potentially stressful moment, our DJ accidentally played our last song during the middle of a dance set. Mia instantly checked in with him, clarified our expectations, and he seamlessly transitioned to another song – we had barely noticed and the next moment, Mia had taken care of it.

We highly recommend that every couple have a day-of-coordinator for moments like these and more. Weddings can be unpredictable, but with Merry on your side you can be sure your day will be exactly what you envisioned.”

Meghan & Mac

October 2022, Belle Mer, Newport, RI

“Working with Mia made our wedding day impossibly easy and free of stress. She is incredible in every way! The service she provided to us was invaluable throughout the whole wedding planning process, and especially on the wedding day.

It is important for me to note that our wedding was at a relatively full service venue that even had its own coordinator included, so I initially wasn't sure whether working with Mia was completely necessary. However, I can confidently say that reaching out to her was the best decision I made in the entire wedding planning process! I am generally a very Type A, organized person (some might say that "control freak" more aptly describes me – haha). Because of this, I was less concerned about everything going smoothly on the wedding day, and more worried about being able to truly enjoy the day and live in the moment, rather than defaulting to the more anxious mode I tend to adopt on a day-to-day basis. I stumbled upon Mia's podcast and, after listening to only a handful of episodes, immediately knew I needed to contact her.

In the month or so leading up to our wedding day, I felt uncharacteristically at ease, and I am certain that I owe this sense of calm to Mia. Being able to brain dump little details, concerns, etc. to Mia was incredibly helpful. It made me feel like I wasn't the only person holding all of this information in my mind and that somebody else cared as deeply about everything going right as I did. One particular puzzle involving our transportation was driving me crazy, and I spent several days poring over some possible solutions. I finally decided to send an email to Mia outlining the problem, and within a half hour, she sent back a brilliant, detailed solution that ended up working perfectly.

Although I was already impressed by Mia before the wedding day, I couldn't believe just how valuable her services were on the actual day. There were so many points throughout the day that Mia swooped in to help before I even knew help was needed. She acted as my “eyes and ears” that afternoon as other vendors set everything up at the venue. She was right on top of contacting the trolley company when they were a few minutes late for picking up the wedding party (I actually didn't even know they were running late until later that day, as it was all handled before I even had a chance to stress about it). She was right there with safety pins when a clasp on my dress was faulty. And she even held an umbrella over me to block the sun during photos (not sure where she even got it – she was like Mary Poppins, with the perfect supplies appearing in thin air!) It was almost as if she was in multiple places at the same time. Our wedding party was also grateful to have her phone number throughout the day for anything that came up. At the end of the event, Mia loaded all of the decor into our car and even took many of our leftover florals to a nearby nursing home the next day so they wouldn’t go to waste. I genuinely don't know who would have taken care of things like this if Mia wasn't there.

Even now that our wedding day was a few weeks ago, I continue to hear stories of Mia that I didn't even know about. For example, at one point, my mom was trying to help some older relatives call a cab back to their hotel before the end of the night. All of a sudden, Mia appeared by her side and took care of it. An anecdote like this alone makes Mia absolutely invaluable. I am so grateful to her for handling things like this so my mom could fully enjoy such an important day for our family.

If you are unsure about whether you need a day-of coordinator, you will not regret working with Mia! Just knowing that Mia was there made my stress level infinitely lower than it would have been otherwise. I truly felt like I could soak up the joy of our wedding day without worrying about the little details and the flow of the day. Thank you, Mia, for playing such a big role in making our wedding day as special as it was!”

Claire - Mother of the Bride

October 2022, Black Rock Yacht Club, Fairfield County, CT

“I am more than happy to have a chance to sing your praises!  I thought I'd address a few things that Mark and Caroline probably didn't/couldn't b/c of my role in finding and hiring you.

When Caroline and Mark chose BRYC for their wedding venue, I was both happy and worried!  The club, while just a beautiful setting, was in the middle of a complete staff change including GM, chef and servers...it was an unnerving time!  There was an interim GM and working with him was not giving me any faith that this event was going to come off well, and I knew I needed help...so I went looking and found Mia!  I found Mia by searching for other weddings that were held at BRYC and looking through their vendor list - I wanted to hire someone familiar with the place, and also, I could ask the other families/clients how it all went personally.  I am SO happy I did!

I thought I was hiring Mia to kind of "replace" the management that I was worried about,.  However, between the time I booked Mia and the actual wedding, a new GM and staff was hired and I was feeling slightly better, and wondered if I had jumped the gun.  I can 100% say I did not!  Not only DID Mia manage the wedding where some things at the club would have fallen through the cracks, I wasn't prepared for how calming (and frankly necessary!) it was to have someone so capable in charge on the actual day of!  I hadn't been thinking about the actual day, I was worried about the organization - but it was AMAZING to have Mia there to take of everything and everyone.  She not only had the venue set exactly as it was dreamed, she kept us all on track all day with zero stress, took care of all of us in the most joyful way and did it all with a smile on her face - she was as happy to be there as we were!   I did not have to think about anything - she did it all:  watched the timing all day, coordinated with the DJ for intros, dances and speeches, coordinated with the venue on the millions of details, set up sparklers, pillows, flowers, favors and on and on and on!  And I never thought about a single detail all day..I just kept dancing!

The day goes so fast and so much flies by.  One of my favorite Mia moments, and one that solidified my decision, was when I was frustrated that the club wasn't understanding that we did not want certain lighting hung in the tent - even though we had all discussed it more than once.  After that frustrating meeting, Mia assured me that the lights would be taken down "even if she had to climb up there and take them down herself?"

If anyone is on the fence about hiring a Day -of wedding coordinator, I would absolutely say "hop off" and hire Mia immediately!  She was BEYOND worth every penny!!”

Caroline & Mark

October 2022, Black Rock Yacht Club, Fairfield County, CT

“We hired a day-of coordinator because although we wanted to own the process of planning the wedding, we did not want to be point persons for vendor questions, logistics, and issues on the day of the wedding.

We chose Merry By Mia because we instantly felt like we were in good hands, were reassured by the fact that Mia herself had recently gotten married and knew firsthand what kind of stressors and wrinkles go into a wedding day, and because we were impressed with her podcast.

We benefited greatly from working with Merry! We had a sounding board for questions throughout the planning process, making big undertakings (like finding and booking transportation for 120 people!) much much simpler. And of course, on the day of, we would not have rested nearly as easy if we hadn't known that Mia was there to represent our best interests when we couldn't be there ourselves.

We also heavily relied on Mia to understand what we wanted/what was important to us and translate that to our other vendors, especially when we felt we weren't being listened to. This was invaluable to us. 

Incredibly satisfied! From big planning moments down to helping me into my reception dress, the day would not have gone nearly as smoothly without Mia.

I would absolutely recommend working with Merry because from my experience, Mia was reliable, understanding, and excited! It means a lot when vendors who live and breathe weddings still have the ability to get as excited over the details as you do.

I would say to absolutely prioritize this expense in your budget. For me, I know that if I had allocated that money to any other line item I wouldn't have been able to fully enjoy it because I would be dealing with so much unnecessary stress and wrangling without a point person.

Mia went above and beyond, listening to the long list of very particular requests we had and made sure everything was perfect. We're so thankful to her! “

Amanda & Jon

September 2022, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“Long story short, I simply cannot imagine our wedding without Mia!

At the beginning of our planning process, we didn’t think we needed a coordinator/planner. As pretty organized people, we figured we’d be able to handle most things on our own.  We learned that our venue required us to hire a coordinator, so we began shopping around. As soon as we spoke with Mia, we knew our decision was made. We instantly had an easy connection. She made us feel so comfortable and we could just feel how great she was going to be to work with.   

Fast forward to a few months before the wedding…trust me, you will want a coordinator! Mia was singlehandedly keeping me calm and sane! There were so many moving parts and yet we had full confidence that she had everything covered. Every time we spoke to her, I immediately felt better about everything. She was way more accessible than I ever anticipated a day-of coordinator would be, really going above and beyond to answer any little question I had (and always in minutes!). She was so real with us and truly listened to what we wanted. She always had a solution to any concern. Our conversations felt more like talking to a good, supportive friend, not someone we’d hired for a task. Working with Mia took all the stress out of planning and really made it feel like the exciting, happy occasion it’s meant to be. We even had some last-minute changes and adds just a few days before wedding day, and she handled it like it was no problem at all.  

Needless to say, the day went off without a hitch! I’m amazed by what Mia and team are able to do. I truly believe they’re the reason our wedding was the most fun, perfect day we could’ve imagined. We did not feel any stress whatsoever—Mia had every little detail handled and we were just able to enjoy ourselves!

I can’t say enough good things about Mia and the Merry team. HIRE THEM!”

Olivia & Joe

July 2022, Audrey’s Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“Let's start with: Merry by Mia is incredible! 

When Joe and I first started planning our wedding, we knew that we wanted to do most of the planning heavy lifting ourselves, but that we wanted to feel stress-free going into our wedding day - so it made sense to hire a day/month-of coordinator.  We had our venue locked in, Audrey's Farmhouse, and Mia was a recommended vendor.  We reached out and set up a call to meet each other.  Immediately we felt at ease with Mia.  She talked us through what to expect and how she would be able to support us.  She was very prepared with her questions for us and once we signed the contract, she even shared a full prep timeline, google doc for planning, and some examples for day-of schedules and floorplans that we could use as reference as we dove into planning. 

Along the way, Mia was always available for the random questions we had, and as we approached our wedding date, Mia kept us very on track and also brought up items that we hadn't considered, such as how we were going to organize the items we were bringing with us and who was responsible for certain tasks during the day's transition periods. 

When the day finally arrived, we were beyond thankful to have Mia.  From our perspective, everything went perfectly to plan and most importantly, it was completely stress-free for Joe and I (just like we wanted).  Mia had everything completely under control - we never needed to ask her "hey..when is this happening" or "where is this..." - she was already always one step ahead of us and would let us know when it was ready to move to the next phase of the night.  On top of that, Mia went above and beyond her role from holding fans on me before the ceremony because it was 100 degrees during the heatwave to running over to the bridal dressing area to grab my comfy shoes to providing a whole google drive folder of pictures and videos she took throughout the day right after the event (and capturing some very special moments at that!). 

If you are thinking about hiring a coordinator - DO IT - and hire Mia!”

Gianna & Mike

October 2022, Water’s Edge, Westbrook, CT

“My husband and I got married at Water's Edge in Connecticut and when touring the property, we actually came across a bride that was married there the day before! We got to talking and she recommended hiring a private day-of coordinator because the venue is short staffed (like many other businesses) and at the end of the day, the coordinator working for the venue, works for the venue itself. So, she recommended Mia to us! She used her that night before and had extremely high things to say about her. I knew going into the wedding planning experience that I wanted the process and the wedding day to feel as stress-free and as hands off as possible. I was so excited to reach out to Mia, and after our first phone conversation, I knew it was going to be one of the best decisions we'd make along the planning process!

From the random (probably hundreds) of questions being answered, the overall guidance, and the suggestions, it truly made our lives so much easier by having someone who was there and eager to help. I don't think I've ever met someone as detail-oriented and organized as Mia. We got off a phone call with her and were shocked at how on-it she was. We also loved the suggestions of how to save money in small ways. For my particular situation, my parents do not get along at all, and this is something I had mentioned to Mia early on, as it gave me anxiety knowing they'd be in the same room and not knowing how to handle that. She gave me such piece of mind, without judgement, and came up with great ways to separate them without making it obvious in any way. This all worked out perfectly, I get emotional thinking about how perfect the day was down to the little details, and this very important one, of my parents being separated and everyone getting along just fine.

I'd highly recommend working with Merry by Mia, and can look back knowing I had a really fun planning experience, where many people who don't hire someone as helpful, could say they didn't enjoy the planning experience. If you want this process to be easeful, and your wedding day to be smooth, fun and hands-off so you can actually enjoy your day and be present, hire a coordinator, you won't regret it!”

Matt & Kaela

Summer 2022, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, Brooklyn, NY

“We spent most of 2021 planning an amazing wedding to celebrate with all our closest friends and family. We knew we wanted to be able to fully enjoy the day and be present with all of our guests without having to worry about all of the little things. We are super detail oriented so we wanted to make sure we found a coordinator that would take our vision and be able to manage any of the day of stress.

After talking with Mia and Olivia we knew that Merry by Mia would be a perfect fit. Olivia was amazing – she was so helpful in answering loads of questions, recommending vendors, and helping us establish a timeline leading up to the day of. She also helped make sure we were asking the right questions to our vendors, which was especially helpful because so much organization and coordination goes into the final few weeks and she made sure all the vendors were on the same page! During the wedding weekend Olivia was also able to help us with the rehearsal and provided lots of great tips for the wedding party so that everyone knew their role for the day of. On our wedding day, I felt like we didn’t have to worry about anything other than just enjoying the day and each other – if there were any hiccups or stresses the day of I never knew it! Olivia was absolutely wonderful and a pleasure to work with!

I think everyone should have a day of coordinator.  There is so much time and effort that goes into planning a wedding, and working with Olivia allowed us to be able to soak in every moment of the day with the comfort of knowing the logistics were in capable hands, a luxury that all brides and grooms should share.  Merry by Mia went above and beyond what we could have hoped for, including fun photo montages and videos from the set-up and reception, and it brought an extra unexpected element to make our wedding day so perfect! We can’t thank them enough!”

Kelly-Jo & Sam

Summer 2022, FEAST at Round Hill, Washingtonville, NY

“We hired a day of coordinator so that we could enjoy our wedding and not worry about the little things. We wanted to really allow ourselves to be in the moment and trust that all of the logistics would be handled. To say everything went smoothly is an understatement, Sara made our day absolutely perfect! Sara was able to run a quick rehearsal with the bridal parties during family photos which was extremely helpful! She was the biggest help with all the little moments that really put the whole day together; grabbing the bride her protein bar so she wasn’t hangry, making sure our transportation was on time, helping to fix our ceremony arch that had blown over with the wind and finding our best man and MOH to witness our marriage license so we could go enjoy cocktail hour. Sara and Mia helped us communicate with one of our vendors to ensure all our questions were clarified and answered. The list really goes on and on about how helpful and amazing Merry is to work with. We would 100% recommend hiring Merry for your wedding day! You need a day of coordinator for your wedding, it’s worth the investment to be able to fully enjoy and relax during your wedding! Being able to trust someone to make your day go smooth is very important and Merry is trustworthy and reliable. They also coordinated my sisters wedding in December which also exemplified their professionalism and passion for giving the couple their perfect day.”

Katlyn and Tim

April 2022, Audrey's Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“Let me start by saying, I was asked about 100 times on our wedding day why I wasn’t the least bit stressed and the answer was Mia!

I wasn’t sure what I was looking for in a day of coordinator but after our first call, I knew we had to hire her! She was so sweet and thorough from day one, extremely knowledgeable about our venue and knew exactly what we would need to have in order so I didn’t have to worry about any of the logistics or stress about extra paperwork that needed to be filled out! Every time we would get an e-mail Mia had it answered before I could even get done reading it. She also encouraged us to reach out with any questions which was so helpful because wedding planning can be stressful and having someone with her expertise to turn to was priceless! As part of the planning process she helped us create a timeline which included the location of all of our decor, contact numbers of all of our other vendors, and so much more! I knew even the smallest of details were being handled!

Our outdoor ceremony featured an unexpected rain storm but even that didn’t stop Mia! She had umbrellas in every guests hand almost immediately. Following the ceremony, Mia did not hesitate to take two blow dryers to my dress to make sure I would be dry and comfortable for the rest of the evening! We laughed the entire time and I can’t even begin to explain how thankful I was because after the ceremony my dress was soaked and heavy!! She also offered to help us with our dog throughout the day and helped me change into more comfortable shoes on the dance floor! Talk about going above and beyond!!

At the end of the night, Mia brought our card box and anything important to our room and went and broke down all of our decor and had it boxed up and ready to go into the car the next day! This was huge for us because we were exhausted! She truly wanted us to have the best day ever and it showed! Mia is amazing at what she does and even our guests loved having her at the wedding! We gained a great friend and I would recommend her to anyone planning a wedding!”

Allie & David

Spring 2022, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, Greenwich, CT

“Like some other testimonials I've read, I didn't think our daughter needed a wedding coordinator. However, our daughter felt differently as she wanted her wedding day to be as stress free as possible. Our event sales manager at the Hyatt recommended Merry by Mia. Allie reached out to Mia, and they clicked immediately. Allie decided to hire Mia as our weekend wedding coordinator. 

We found Mia to be a great guide, very detailed and thorough in her approach. Lovely to work with. Mia listens to what you need and want, enters critical notes in her timeline spreadsheet and reviews everything with you one last time a few days before the event. Mia makes you feel calm and confident that she will be on top of everything to ensure all goes smoothly. But even more than that, Mia went above and beyond when we needed her help to act as a mediator with some snags we ran into with our wedding venue.

We weren’t sure how one person could be in so many different places given short time spans between each timeline, but like a sprinter, Mia managed to move from one place to the other throughout our wedding venue to oversee all aspects from getting ready, to ceremony set up, to procession placement, to reception room setup, to after party set up, to break down and storing personal items after all was said and done. She remained positive, warm, reassuring, and supportive throughout every step. Mia was never more than a text message or phone call away for anything we needed. She also worked closely and pleasantly with our wedding venue’s event sales manager.

On top of it all, we had to deal with Covid protocols that we established so we hired one of Mia’s associates to keep track of receiving our guests’ COVID results. That was a big help to enable us to try to stay focused on our wedding day functions without too many distractions.

I would highly recommend Mia as a wedding coordinator. Having Mia on your team will make a world of difference to your day/s!”

Michele L, Mother of the Bride

Vincenzo & Caitlin

Winter 2021, East Wind Long Island, Wading River, NY

“Having a day-of-coordinator was something I never knew I needed! My sister kindly gifted this service to me and I am forever grateful because Mia truly made a HUGE impact on my day. Mia has a lot of experience in coordinating weddings and is a very organized/detailed person. I also love that she has a podcast, Let’s Get Merry, that answers many questions and provides helpful tips as you are wedding planning. She is SO welcoming and made me feel extremely comfortable from day one. I knew if I needed anything at all (even down to venting about wedding stress) that she would be there almost immediately.

I truly was hesitant in thinking I needed a day-of-coordinator until my wedding day came, but I promise you will thank yourself for hiring one. I truly enjoyed my wedding day STRESS FREE thanks to Mia. She was on top of everything throughout the entire night and made sure everything went according to plan from handing out tip envelopes, to making sure our vendors were following our planned timeline, to ensuring all of our belongings were secure and taken care of at the end of the night, plus everything in between. Mia handled everything and anything without hesitation. She is very professional, punctual, and reliable. I would recommend Mia a million times to anyone thinking about getting a day-of-coordinator. I am so happy she was a part of my big day and I would not have changed a single thing! I highly suggest a day-of coordinator to ensure your wedding day goes as planned without added stress!”

Caitlin & Peter

Spring 2021, Central Park Boathouse, New York City, NY

“I would like to start by saying I did not think we needed a wedding planner when we began preparations for Caitlin’s wedding. Caitlin disagreed and hired Mia after recommendations from her friends who had used Merry. As the plans progressed and we came closer to our date we were thrown head first into COVID and everything changed. All the unknowns were daunting. We all thank Merry for the amazing job you did navigating the ever changing landscape we faced.

Once the last days came Mia organized everything, and did it with kindness and grace. Herding the Groomsmen was a task I could not have imagined before! The small glitches with other vendors the last few days were all handled by Mia and Sara.

Fr John, the Priest who officiated Caitlin’s wedding gave Merry the highest compliment of all. When having lunch with my husband the following week he brought Mia up and said he deals with a lot of wedding planners at his church and has never had one as organized and as easy to work with as Merry.

I would never plan a wedding without Merry!”

Tricia McGrath, Mother of the Bride

Stacey & Jack

Fall 2021, Audrey’s Farm House, Wallkill, NY

“We hired a day of coordinator for guidance and advice throughout a year (+) of planning. As a guest at many weddings over the years I knew it wouldn't be possible to pull off a seamless event without someone there on the day to dot all of the i's and cross all of the t's. I can say that Mia did a LOT more than just that, exceeding our expectations.

Mia had experience working with our venue and was both approachable and laid back. My husband is British and thinks the American wedding industry is insane and overpriced (he's not wrong) and he really wanted someone who was on our level and not over the top about wedding stuff. Mia totally fit that bill. I could tell she was incredibly organized and detail oriented and she emphasized that we would drive the process and she would jump in as needed. We hit hurdles along the way, which I now know is not uncommon, and Mia was there to offer guidance and calm throughout.

Let us count the ways we benefited from working with Mia! I had never planned a wedding before so it's really hard to know if the timelines, i.e. "book a florist one year in advance" are realistic or not. Mia helped answer basic questions about timelines. Despite the title "day-of" she was reachable throughout the entire year-long planning process for other little questions like "what should we do, our venue just told us that we missed the deadline for a tasting?" and in the weeks leading up to the big day she kept track of a million little details from escort cards, to ceremony blankets, to when we should do our first day to ensure that the day was exactly what we wanted.

I would absolutely recommend working with Mia. I understand why some couples might want a full service wedding planner, it's a lot of work! But for those with experience as wedding guests, a venue with in-house catering, and most importantly with a vision, I fully believe a day-of coordinator is the perfect solution to planning and executing your event. Beyond that, Mia is a nice person who's only focus in this job is to make sure couples have the wedding of their dreams and that the day is drama free.

We cannot imagine having planned this wedding without Mia's wisdom and kindness along the way. Especially on the big day, when everything goes by so fast and all I wanted to do was take a yoga class and do a face mask before getting ready... It was a huge relief to know that Mia was behind the scenes pulling it all together. It's not an exaggeration to say that everything was perfect.”

Tanmay & Jamie

Fall 2021, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, Greenwich, CT

“We cannot say enough about Mia, our day of coordinator.  Weddings can be stressful and often times there is so much going on that things can slip through the cracks, and make your perfect day not so perfect.  Mia gave us the peace of mind we needed to enjoy our daughter’s wedding and know that every detail was being taken care of. 

We had a multi-cultural wedding with many moving parts that we knew our hotel coordinator (where our wedding was taking place) would absolutely need assistance.  Mia was that person.  She helped make the flow of the day seamless.  Mia worked along with our vendors so that they knew set up details and was there to answer any of their questions.  We had programs for the ceremony, along with other handouts throughout the event that Mia coordinated to make sure everything was distributed timely and efficiently.

Due to the multi-cultural aspect of the wedding my daughter needed to change out of her traditional wedding gown into an ethnic wedding dress.  Mia was there to help her and make sure everything went smoothly.  Throughout the day Mia would check in with us to see if anything was needed, and if so, it was immediately handled.  Mia seemed to be in the right place at all the right times.  She anticipated what needed to be done at all times.

Mia’s bubbly, fun, relaxed personality gave us the assurance that everything would be handled properly…and it was.  We highly recommend Mia to anyone looking for extra help to make their day perfect. 

Thank you so much Mia, for helping to make our daughter’s wedding day perfect.”

Sharon and Larry Chasin, Parents of the Bride

Cory & Amanda

Spring 2021, Heritage Homestead, Northford, CT

“Thankful” doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of the level of gratitude I have for Mia and Olivia for coordinating our most special day. Ever since our wedding, I’ve had several brides-to-be ask me whether they should hire a day of coordinator. After our experience, I never hesitate to explain how necessary day-of coordination is! Mia and Olivia were there for Cory and I through all the ups and downs of wedding planning, including the additional curve balls thrown at us in the form of a global pandemic. Mia and Olivia’s advice, insight, and knowledge were invaluable assets during the planning process. Their constant reassurance and confidence were exactly what I needed to push through all of the major changes we had to make to our day.  Their timeliness, regular communication, and knowledge of resources were essential as we navigated through the uncharted territories of wedding planning. 

The day itself went impeccably smooth because of Olivia; she was warm, professional, and helpful the entire night. Our families felt at ease and were able to relax and enjoy as Olivia handled all of their questions or concerns. We were so thankful to have her there for so many reasons, but especially for her management of the little bumps in the road that she made completely invisible to my husband and me. It is without question that Merry By Mia is an essential vendor when it comes to planning a wedding. We are so thankful for both Mia and Olivia and are so glad we added them to our wedding team!”

With Love, The Balogs 

Mike & Jill

Summer 2020 Elopement, Brewster, NY

“In all honesty, Mike knew I needed a planner. We love throwing parties and putting our personal touch into everything we do, and we were envisioning our wedding to be the ultimate version of our BK apartment parties. Knowing my history of over-stressing over small details, Mike set up a call with the hopes of taking some of the planning weight off of my shoulders and allowing me to actually enjoy being a bride during our engagement. Within 2 minutes of just chatting with Mia, I asked her to plan my wedding. It was as if reality set in and I could see the spreadsheets coming my way! Mia immediately put my mind at ease, especially when I told her sticking to a budget and a timeline would be my biggest hurdle. I envisioned being able to completely relax on my wedding day, knowing that every step of the way was pre-planned, and not my responsibility to take care of.

When deciding how we were going to spend money on our wedding, I made it a priority to only work with female-owned vendors. Mike and Mia went to college together and we always prefer to work with someone we know. It took me 2 seconds to trust Mia and 2 minutes to hire Mia. Knowing that Mia refused to work with any vendor who was discriminatory in any way made me LOVE Mia! We are an untraditional couple and we needed a planner who was not only open to any wild idea we had, but who could also break down how certain traditions (ie: something new, something old..) originated. This knowledge and flexibility really allowed Mike and I to shape our wedding day ideas of expressing our relationship into realities.

It gave us the opportunity to show our families who we are as a couple and feel more confident than ever in expressing our untraditional values. It also allowed me to put my anxiety on the back burner and enjoy the process!

Every bride should work with Mia. She will keep you accountable, know how to address tough family dynamics and give you the confidence to express and receive what YOU want as a bride/couple.

PEACE OF MIND IS PRICELESS!”

Jeremy & Stef

Winter 2020 Locanda Verde, The Greenwich Hotel, New York City

“Simply put – we would have been lost with Mia! We were on the fence about getting a coordinator since our venue was in a restaurant and relatively straightforward – or so we thought! It is impossible to say how many moving pieces there are even in a simpler wedding and we were so grateful for Mia.

We are super detail oriented to begin with, but Mia helped us ensure that we were on top of our tasks and really helped us think through things about the wedding we otherwise wouldn’t have (for example – where to collect gift cards – and we ended up with a very cute keepsake!). 

In addition to the organization beforehand, she was such a calming force on the day. I think my sister in fact provided a great review when she said ‘I barely saw Mia at all!’. She was busy doing her thing and our day went off without a hitch. 

Mia really came to understand us as well – what we prioritized, dynamics we were mindful of, and how we approached the wedding. You’d be crazy not to hire a coordinator and crazy if you didn’t hire Mia!”

Lindsey & Patrick

Fall 2019, Linden Place Mansion, Rhode Island

“I decided to look into a day-of-coordinator after speaking to other friends who had recently gotten married. They all recommended hiring someone to help have peace of mind the day-of and to take care of all of the small, but important details. After our initial conversation I could tell that Mia was level-headed, organized, and completely competent. I felt like I could 100% trust Mia to have my back and take care of anything needed. I can honestly say I did not worry about one thing on the day of my wedding and Mia went above and beyond any of my expectations! I had complete trust in her and it definitely paid off having her there so Pat and I could enjoy our day. I would absolutely recommend Mia and already have to a few girlfriends getting married in the next year! 

If someone is on the fence about hiring a day-of coordinator, I'd tell them to definitely do it and it will pay off. Planning a wedding is like having a second job and you put so much effort into it for a year or longer. It's so great having someone to help you execute it exactly how you want, so you can enjoy the day and not stress, as well as bring up any thoughts and ideas that you may have overlooked! It's great having a neutral person to go between for you and the vendors, so it doesn't fall on the bride/groom or family. Mia was the absolute best and the day would not have been as perfect without her!”

Cara & Mark

Spring 2019, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, Brooklyn, NY

“We decided to hire a Day-of-Coordinator because we had already made a lot of the big vendor decisions, like venue and florist, and I felt like I had a good idea of the vision I wanted and wouldn't need the help of a full-time wedding planner. Originally we hadn't planned on hiring a coordinator at all, but a groom at a wedding we attended told us about how helpful they had found theirs, and how many little details there are day of that we realized we didn't want to be focus on during our wedding day. We decided to look into a day-of-coordinator, and quickly realized how helpful it would be to have someone who was focused on coordinating with all the vendors, keeping everyone on schedule, organizing the props and details etc would be. I had not thought through how much work I would be putting on myself, my mom, and my bridesmaids if I didn't have a DOC. While I interviewed a number of potential coordinators, Mia distinguished herself immediately with not just her obvious organization and competence, but with her warmth and empathy. I felt like I was talking to someone who I had known for years, and knew that I would be comfortable having her be such an integral part of such an important and emotional day.From the moment we decided to hire Mia, I felt a weight lift, knowing that someone so professional would be making sure our big day ran smoothly. Over the next several weeks, she swiftly managed every little thing that came up-  when the venue wasn't being responsive, when the caterer tried to have us a pick from wines we hadn't gotten to try at the tasting, when the electrical requirements of the band were confusing, even just when my complicated family dynamics were stressing me out! She also worked across all our vendors to make sure we had a schedule for the weekend that would work well for everyone involved. As we got close to the big day, Mia took over all the vendor emails and I was able to step back from the planning process and just relax. On that Saturday, I was able to kick back and enjoy getting my hair and make up done with my loved ones beside me, because Mia was at the venue overseeing vendor load in and set up, ensuring that everything looked perfect. If anything went wrong that day, I never knew it because Mia was there to handle it for us. We were able to focus on each other, our friends and family, and our wonderful day. Throughout the evening Mia was there if anything came up, interfacing with vendors for us. I hadn't thought at all about a plan for the end of the night, but it didn't matter because she took care of packing up all the important things like card box, guest book, grandparent photos, even our escort cards from the sweetheart table. I cannot recommend Mia enough- she is one of the most organized and efficient women I've met, but also a genuinely kind and friendly person and we truly loved working with her. To anyone who is on the fence about a day-of-coordinator, as we were originally, just know that your planning stress will decrease dramatically, and on the actual big day you won't have to worry about logistics at all, or burden your family and wedding party with tasks in order to try and keep things running smoothly. It's the best decision you can make for you and your loved ones to be able to be fully present in the moment and able to just enjoy the day!”

Cory & Clayton

Fall 2019, The Aqua Turf Club, Connecticut

“As I started the process of planning our special day, I started to get more anxious about certain things. I specifically was worried about all the decorations and if they would be placed where I wanted them to be. My mother said she would check to make sure everything was in order, but I did not want that for her. I wanted her to be with me enjoying the moment. At that point I knew I wanted to hire a day-of coordinator to make sure the vision my husband and I had was executed. 

I chose Mia because I’ve known her for years. We actually worked together at Barnes and Noble as booksellers! I knew that I could trust her. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. I could email or call her whenever I head a question or was worried about something. 

I had difficulty with one vendor and she took over promptly and got the answer I needed within a few minutes! And let me tell you, her being there on the big day was such a relief. I knew she would make sure everything was in order and it was so liberating to tell anyone that had a question, “Ask Mia.” Not only was it fun, but having Mia there took a lot of stress away. I would HIGHLY recommend Mia. She is amazing!”

Samantha & Joel

Fall 2018, Red Maple Vineyard, Hudson Valley, NY

“Wedding planning is adventurous, overwhelming, fantastic and a bit nerve wracking all perfectly tied together. My now husband and I had an over two year long engagement. More than enough time to our every single detail of the biggest day of your life together yourself... right?! 

I am a perfectionist and therefore, I meticulously planned our perfect day to the “t”. Because I put two years of my life into our day, I needed someone who I could trust to run the show that day. That someone was Mia! Having gone to school with her and having her as my Class President, I knew she cared about the details. I knew Joel and I were in good hands but as we started to meet more regularly to go over everything, I realized hiring Mia was truly the best thing I could have done.

Mia was the best vendor we picked. She is caring, organized, knowledgeable, professional and willing to do everything needed to make sure the couple has the time of their lives. Joel and I would not have been able to enjoy every single moment of our wedding the way we did without Mia’s help. For that we’re forever thankful for Merry By Mia and will forever be recommending her to our newly engaged friends. 

If you’re in the planning process and deciding if a day-of-coordinator is for you, by all means, it is! The peace of mind on your wedding day, that someone is in your corner and is going to execute everything the way you’ve dreamed of, is priceless. After all, do you really want to be running around making sure everything is being done correctly on the biggest day of your life? 

Thank you for everything Mia!”

Love, The Rosenbergs

Steph & Ava

New Year's Eve 2018, Brooklyn, New York

“Mia was a personal referral from a friend who knew her from work. Immediately upon meeting Mia it was so clear that she was organized, capable, and knowledgeable. We chose her because of these qualities and her experience with weddings that were like ours that didn’t have an on-site caterer and multiple vendors.

Without Mia our wedding would not have been possible. She arrived on-site at 11 AM and was there until 2:45 AM. Everything ran smoothly and her service let my wife and I completely enjoy our wedding day without worrying about any of the logistics. She solved last minute crises that were totally shielded from us and really ensured that the wedding was perfect. Mia was in charge of setting up our decorations. When I walked in to our venue it looked even better than I could have imagined. 

Mia was hands down the best money we spent on our wedding. Without her, the wedding would not have been executed flawlessly. We would hire Mia ten times over again. Mia was organized, on the ball, adaptable and because of her the wedding was perfect. 

Day of coordinators are absolutely essential for peace of mind. If you want to feel stress free on your wedding day, a day of coordinator can allow that to happen. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment of our wedding day without having to deal with logistics. Knowing that Mia was there handling everything really made it so we could be in the moment and not worry. 

Mia was incredible! I am not exaggerating in saying that our wedding would not have been possible without her. She was absolutely critical to the execution of our event and I cannot recommend her more highly. She also was able to deal with our rambunctious family and friends and even came to run our rehearsal the night before so everyone in our bridal party could meet her before the wedding day. She went above and beyond to make sure we could enjoy the day.”

Maggie & Patrick

Spring 2016, Long Island City, New York

“I had  never planned a wedding before and was super overwhelmed with everything that went into it. We had to bring in all outside vendors for our venue and it was a huge undertaking to organize and execute. Not only was I looking for help and advice, but I wanted to take any day-of pressure off of my parents and family so they could enjoy the day.

After working with Mia outside of wedding planning, I knew how beneficial it would be to have her on my team. Mia showed up from day one organized and confident that she could give us our dream wedding. Not only was she reliable and available at the drop of the hat, but she was full of advice and recommendations for vendors, ideal timeline, set up, decorations, etc. Whenever I was overwhelmed during the planning process she jumped up to take anything off my plate and calm me down. The day of our wedding, Mia was in constant contact with all of our vendors and oversaw the entire set up. She was super proactive to put out the inevitable small fires on her own without stressing me out. Not only did it put me at ease, but my parents were so thankful - my dad even gave Mia a shout out during his speech because she was so amazing!

We were beyond satisfied working with Mia and could not speak more highly of her.

I have and continue to recommend Mia to anyone getting married! She made our wedding day so memorable and carefree. It would not have been the same (or as easy!) without her.

Getting married should be the happiest time in your life, but the process undoubtedly comes with a lot of work and stress. The last thing you want to worry about on your wedding day is if your flowers are set up properly or if the caterer has arrived on time. Having peace of mind that everything is handled and in capable hands is priceless.”

Danielle & Tom

Summer 2016, Brooklyn, New York

“We really wanted a stress free day. We wanted to know someone else was working out the details of the day, and would take care of them in an efficient and seamless way. We were really hoping to not have to worry about the details and to have someone by our sides if we needed anything at all. 

We specifically chose Mia because she has worked with many other brides we knew, and has had great success. We were totally happy working with her. She was a great help, and made our families and wedding party feel at ease. She anticipated things that we would not have, and really made the day that much easier and more enjoyable. 

Work with Mia! Not just because she's super organized, and reliable, but because she has an amazing energy that will add to the excitement of the day! 

Not only is a day of coordinator a 100% necessity to all brides' sanities, but most venues will actually require one. We would recommend getting ahead of planning and have Mia step in as soon as possible. She will make the wedding planning process a breeze, and you will be able to concentrate on what really matters - feeling amazing during this special time!”

Jen & James

Fall 2015, Orange County, New York

“Heeding the advice of several recently married friends, I chose to hire Mia as a Day-Of Coordinator to help handle any of the last minute surprises, logistics, people shuffling, vendor payments, decorations, music playing and general craziness of the day. I was beyond satisfied with my decision, and Mia was a life-saver in handling all of the details seamlessly behind the scenes. The day went perfectly without a hitch, and all of the vendors praised how helpful she was in ensuring everything went smoothly. In hindsight, I don't know how I was planning to handle all of the (many!) day-of details without having had it take away from enjoying the day. I highly recommend Mia to anyone - she's a genuine pleasure to work with.”

Jacklin & Brian

Fall 2019, Audrey's Farmhouse, Wallkill, NY

“When we chose our venue we learned that they did not offer any sort of coordination or day of services. We also chose not to have a DJ and create our own playlist for the wedding. Our hope was to find someone who could help with the 'flow' of the wedding day and make sure that everything happened when it was supposed to.

Working with Mia was incredible. We received SO much more than we could have ever imagined. Not only did she help with the flow of the day which included coordinating with vendors, the venue, family members, guests, etc she also decorated AND cleaned up at the end of the night (sending me photos of where all the decorations, gifts, and personal items were placed), she acted as our MC and made sure that our (rather complicated) playlist was perfectly timed (and faded when needed) throughout the day/night. Mia also helped solve any issues or concerns we had with vendors and was even willing to reach out to them for us. Having her wedding knowledge and expertise was an invaluable service and help at the most stressful parts of the wedding planning process.

We were absolutely satisfied working with Mia. She was the calm and helpful presence we needed when everything felt chaotic and overwhelming. Not only is she helpful, she is kind, calm, and patient. She can also help 'manage' difficult family dynamics.

We would definitely recommend Mia to anyone we know who is getting married. We honestly don't know how we would have survived this process without her. Hiring Mia was the best decision we made for our wedding

You spend so much time (and money) planning your perfect day. It is absolutely worth it to spend a little more to make sure everything runs smoothly. I kept telling my (now) husband that I wanted us to be able to simply enjoy the day without worrying about what needed to get done and we were able to do just that.

Mia is the best! She is very professional but also personable. She makes you feel at ease and every phone call with her ended with my stress and tension lifting. Mia was the person I could turn to when my family, friends, and vendors were stressing me out.”