Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in New Jersey
Established in 2006, Glass Slipper Weddings & Events has built a reputation as a trusted leader in crafting unforgettable celebrations. Our team of certified planners brings decades of combined experience in wedding and event coordination, specializing in personalized service that prioritizes client needs. We hold memberships in professional organizations like the Association of Bridal Consultants, reflecting our commitment to industry excellence. Our approach combines creative vision with meticulous organization, ensuring every detail aligns with the client's vision. With expertise in budget management, vendor negotiation, and day-of coordination, we alleviate stress for couples and event hosts.Our planners' diverse backgrounds in education, business, and the arts enhance our ability to solve problems creatively. We serve clients across Monmouth, Middlesex, and Ocean Counties, New Jersey, offering tailored solutions from consultation to execution. Our dedication to transparency, ethical practices, and client satisfaction has earned us numerous testimonials from satisfied couples. By maintaining open communication and leveraging local vendor networks, we deliver seamless experiences that exceed expectations. This combination of experience, expertise, and personalized care establishes us as a trusted authority in the wedding planning industry.
Services
Wedding Planning
Event Coordination
Day-of Management
Vendor Negotiation
Budget Consulting
Theme Design
Timeline Creation
Vendor Recommendations
Partial Planning
Full Service Planning
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized planning with certified professionals averaging 10+ years' experience
- Our team provides comprehensive vendor networks and negotiation expertise
- We implement detailed timeline creation and budget management systems
- Our planners maintain active industry certifications and professional development
- We guarantee day-of coordination with contingency planning for unexpected issues
Associations and certifications
- Association of Bridal Consultants
What people say
Perfect day execution
Stress-free experience
Professional coordination
Creative problem solving
Seamless event flow
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Our full-service planning provides end-to-end management from initial concept to final execution. Certified planners develop personalized timelines, negotiate vendor contracts, and coordinate all logistics while maintaining budget integrity. With multiple in-person consultations and on-site vendor accompaniment, we ensure every detail aligns with your vision while reducing client stress through expert oversight.
Day-of Coordination
This service ensures flawless execution of pre-planned events through professional day-of supervision. Our team creates detailed schedules, manages vendor arrivals, and coordinates setup while providing real-time problem solving. With rehearsal attendance and up to 12 hours of on-site support, we allow couples to relax knowing experienced professionals are handling logistics during their special day.
Partial Planning
Tailored planning assistance focusing on specific client needs combines consultation with targeted execution. Services include budget development, vendor selection guidance, and timeline creation with limited on-site visits. This option works best for organized couples needing expert support in key areas while maintaining primary planning responsibility themselves.
Vendor Negotiation
Professional vendor negotiation services leverage industry relationships to secure competitive pricing and added benefits. Our planners evaluate service providers, compare proposals, and negotiate contracts while advising on quality standards. This service helps clients maximize value without compromising on vendor reliability or service quality through informed decision-making support.
Theme Design
Creative theme development combines aesthetic vision with practical implementation strategies. Our consultants provide color palette recommendations, decor sourcing, and layout planning while ensuring cohesive visual storytelling. With access to current design trends and local resources, we create customized environments that reflect client personalities and event purposes.
People
Rachael Citron
Owner and Head Bridal Consultant
With 18 years of experience, Rachael established Glass Slipper Weddings in 2006. A certified bridal consultant and former educator, she combines organizational expertise with creative vision. Her background includes event management for corporate and social functions, and she holds a B.S.B.A. in Management and Marketing from Shippensburg University.
Lauren McCaffrey
Senior Consultant
A seven-year wedding industry veteran, Lauren combines detail orientation with educational expertise. Holding a Public Relations degree from Rowan University, she brings structured planning approaches to client projects while maintaining flexibility for creative problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Crystal Hamai
Senior Consultant
With two decades of event coordination experience, Crystal applies teaching-developed organizational skills to wedding planning. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Rutgers University, she excels at time management and logistical problem-solving while maintaining academic rigor in client interactions.
Shannon Leo
Senior Consultant
A business administration graduate with event planning certification, Shannon specializes in stress reduction through organization. Her competitive powerlifting background informs structured planning approaches, balancing physical endurance with creative event execution requirements.
Victoria Crispo
Assistant Consultant
With higher education event experience and dual business degrees from Wagner College, Victoria brings corporate planning methodologies to wedding coordination. Her MBA in Marketing enhances vendor negotiation capabilities while alumni event expertise informs guest experience strategies.
Questions
What wedding planning packages do you offer?
We offer four packages: Royal Advisor (consultation), Once Upon a Time (day-of coordination), Happily Ever After (partial planning), and Fairy Godmother (full planning) with customizable options.
Do you work with different budget sizes?
Yes, our services accommodate various budgets through tailored planning approaches and vendor networks that offer options for different price points.
How far in advance should we book your services?
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for full planning services, though we can accommodate shorter timelines with adjusted service scopes.
Are your planners certified professionals?
Our team includes certified bridal consultants with industry-recognized credentials and ongoing professional development in event management best practices.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Monmouth, Middlesex, and Ocean Counties in New Jersey, with experience in coordinating events at various venues across these regions.
Can you help with vendor selection?
Yes, we provide curated vendor recommendations, contract reviews, and negotiation support to ensure quality service providers within your budget.
