Top 5 A Houston native, Kelly found her way into event planning through a series of internships during her time as an undergraduate at the University of Texas at Austin. In addition, Kelly has her Masters in Hospitality Management with an emphasis in Event Planning from the Conrad N. Hilton College at the University of Houston. Combining her refined taste, expertise in navigating a variety of personalities and type A personality, Kelly excels at curating spectacular events. In her spare time, Kelly enjoys foodie activities such as cooking and trying new restaurants. She also loves to spend time with her husband and son, Drew and Drew Jr., and her Frenchie, Georges.
Kelly Doonan Events Planner
Kelly Doonan Events is a boutique event planning and design firm specializing in creating unforgettable events.
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7 Reviews for Kelly Doonan Events
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Kelly and her team are fantastic! Very professional, organized, responsive, creative, and always on top of everything! I'm SO thankful we had her through the entire wedding process. Kelly and team have so much knowledge and insight to very aspect of wedding planning - from flower colors to dance floor layout - she has all the answers. Her vendor contacts and recommendations were also a huge help. Every vendor we used was a Kelly recommendation and everything came together exactly how I dreamed. I felt so happy, relaxed and confident on my wedding day and a lot of that is because I had Kelly Doonan Events. In addition to being great at her job, Kelly is also so fun to work with - she's really funny and just a nice, good person.
Kelly absolutely exceeded all of my expectations for a wedding/event planner. She went above and beyond and made sure everything went smoothly on my wedding day; I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Many guests commented that it was the most beautiful and fun wedding they’ve ever attended, which was especially flattering considering how the COVID-19 pandemic affected things, and I literally couldn’t have pulled it off without Kelly. She’s very organized, detail-oriented and super easy to get along with. Even months after the wedding, she still feels like a friend. Her guidance was invaluable to me the whole way through the planning process and her services were worth every penny! I cannot say enough positive things about Kelly and her team.
Kelly was the perfect choice to plan my wedding. She took my vision and made it a reality. From start to finish, there was never a dull moment. Being an early 2021 wedding and planned during the pandemic, we scratched a fully planned wedding and completely started over about 4 months out. Kelly's work ethic was impeccable throughout the planning, and she put 110% into everything she did. KD had the resources needed to make my wedding become reality. She was able to provide guidance and made sure that every idea was thought through. She was always responsive and the best consultant and advocate when I needed a sounding board. Thanks to Kelly, planning my wedding was an amazing experience, and I wouldn't have had it any other way. She even made me consider wedding planning when it was done because I missed it so much when it was over!!
Kelly Doonan Events made my dream come true, and MORE! From always being on time to every meeting of ours, coming up with so many ideas that I would have never thought of and gifting us our favorite champagne on wedding day, Kelly went above and beyond to make this day special for us! She made the wedding planning process fun and seamless for me, which was so important. I was able to enjoy every single second and every single detail because she made sure of it. I wish I could plan another wedding with Kelly, because I would do it over and over again. I am so thankful to have had her and her amazing team with me on our wedding day! Thank you so much, Kelly Doonan Events!!
Working with Kelly was the absolute best decision I made during our wedding planning process. She made all of our dreams come true and executed on our vision flawlessly. We used her for both planning and design and she created the most beautiful day for us – better than I could have ever imagined. She cared about our wedding as if it were her own, constantly working to make sure every little detail was perfect, from the design board all the way to the actual execution of the day. I cannot recommend her and her team enough! She is meticulously organized, and was always one step ahead of me in the process. She works proactively to plan ahead and problem solve before problems even arise. She was always mindful of our budget and had creative solutions to help keep us on track. She was our biggest advocate during the process, making sure our voice was heard and that we were happy. She also has the best taste: I fully trusted her with the design of our day and she created the most beautiful reception, it was better than I could have ever imagined, she is incredibly talented. Everyone kept asking me during the process if I was stressed, and I truly never was: I knew that Kelly had every single detail under control. She made sure that I could enjoy all of the fun parts of wedding planning with none of the stress. From the design to the coordination to the execution on the wedding day, I gave Kelly my full trust and I am SO glad we did. She took the vision in my head and made it a reality. The day was perfection, her and her team worked tirelessly in the sun and heat to coordinate the day. They had the best attitude and always had a smile on their faces as they guided us through the day. Her detailed timeline kept everyone on track, and resulted in a flawless day. Kelly was more than a wedding planner, she became a true friend during the process. I truly cannot thank Kelly enough, and I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone planning a wedding!
It is hard to find the words to describe the impact Kelly had on our wedding day and wedding planning process. She is organized, thoughtful, caring, and simply a pleasure to be around! Throughout the wedding planning process, Kelly always listened to us to understand our vision, and came up with the most incredible ideas to make the day perfect. Not one detail was missed! On our wedding day, Kelly and her team took care of everything so we could truly enjoy every minute. They are the absolute best and I cannot recommend them enough!!!
I got married on 11.11.23, and my sister got married on 07.08.23 (both of us had the opportunity to have Bri plan our weddings). Bri truly is the best! From the start I felt like I related to her because she was a former teacher. I knew she got me and my crazy schedule. I not only enjoyed getting to know Bri, but I truly look up to her as a mom, leader, and person. I feel like she handled every situation professionally. Everytime her name has been brought up around anyone that has crossed her path has said the nicest things. All of my friends mentioned how on top of it she was, and how fitting it was for me because I am so type A. Some of my friends haven't ever had a wedding planner send them the timeline personally- this was so nice because I did not have as many questions from my guests. Bri also handled my husband's family, and answered millions of questions from all of the people involved. Bri is responsive, kind, easy to work with, relatable, calm and FUN! I would absolutely recommend anyone to use Bri to plan their wedding or party!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average price for Kelly Doonan Events wedding planning services?
$5000
What percentage of users recommend Kelly Doonan Events and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
Kelly Doonan Events is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
Vendor Insight
Kelly Doonan Events - A Review of Excellence: A Shining Beacon in the Houston Wedding Landscape
Exceptional Expertise in Event Planning
Kelly Doonan Events, headquartered in the bustling city of Houston, has established itself as the lodestar of wedding planners, offering unsurpassed service and creativity. Garnering three prestigious Wezoree Awards, this planning powerhouse has consistently wowed couples and their guests alike. With a reputation for extracting the magic from the mundane, Kelly and her team are known for their flair for the fabulous and the meticulous.
A Commitment to Client Dreams
Kelly’s meticulous attention to detail doesn’t just stop at planning; she breathes life into her clients’ most enigmatic wedding visions. Testimonials from brides like Kelley Wright and Mary Hannah Monroe highlight her remarkable capacity to transform concepts into experiences. It seems that Kelly's previous vocation as a teacher has honed her ability to empathize and manage, traits well reflected in her event planning prowess.
Praise from Clients: Personal and Precise
Bride Kelley Wright commends Kelly for her professionalism, responsiveness, and her hands-on approach to dealing with the multitude of queries from wedding attendants. Mary Hannah underscores Kelly’s unparalleled organization skills, reinforcing the sentiment that Kelly's presence means couples can focus solely on the joyful moments - a testament to her dedication to creating a stress-free environment.
Unparalleled Aesthetic Execution
Per Blake Mueller's adulation, Kelly is not just a planner but a visionary designer. She points out Kelly's proactivity and her strategic approach to budget management. Kelly’s knack for judiciously steering her clients’ financial plans without diminishing their dream day’s splendor is particularly lauded. Her tasteful design and the seamless on-the-day execution of events turn fantasies into tangible grandeur.
A Personalized Approach and Lasting Bonds
Kelly's clients speak highly of the personalized relationships she fosters. She isn’t simply an organizer; she’s a confidante and an ally, exemplified by Courtney Beck's unfinished praise. Kelly's connection with clients transcends the professional realm, edging into the personal, which differentiates her service as being one where emotional investment is paramount.
Unanimous Endorsement by Newlyweds
The matrix of stellar reviews crystallizes the idea that Kelly Doonan and her team are not mere vendors but sculptors of timeless memories. The enthusiastic endorsement of her services by clients cements Kelly Doonan Events' status as an exceptional choice for any couple yearning for an unforgettable wedding journey in Houston. Would-be newlyweds in search of perfection need not look further than this paragon of planning.
