Refined Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1

About Refined Events

Refined Events

Head Planner

Refined Events specializes in creating unforgettable experiences for any and all occasions! From weddings to corporate events, we offer customizable packages to fit your unique needs! Let us handle the details so you can enjoy the celebration!

As a wedding specialist open to all events, I bring a fresh, creative approach with meticulous attention to detail and a calming presence. Though just starting out, my focus is on delivering personalized experiences for any client, ensuring each event is uniquely memorable.

In three words: Honest, Organized, Positive

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $3,500

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $1,800

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,000

Event design

Pricing starts at $600

Destination wedding

Pricing starts at $1,000*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $900

A la carte

Pricing starts at $250

Reviews

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Rating: 4.1

4.1 out of 5

17 reviews

  • AG

    Abby G.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 19

    Bride

    Working with Refined Events was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first conversation, Bailee communicated clearly about what to expect and answered every question we had. She stayed organized throughout the entire planning process and jumped in to help whenever problems popped up. Bailee coordinated with all our vendors before the wedding and on the day of. On the big day, we had Bailee running around all day (sorry) but truly couldn’t have done the day without her. Bailee had the most pleasant attitude even when things got hectic. We felt taken care of from start to finish, and we'd recommend Refined Events to any couple looking for a planner who actually cares.

  • AM

    Abby M.

    Rating: 1
    •Zola
    •Oct 16

    Sept 5th Wedding

    Leading up to the wedding, communication was okay, but we had approximately 4–5 meetings scheduled, and every single one of them had to be rescheduled. Another issue leading up to the wedding was communication with my vendors. Bailee was supposed to reach out to them, ask questions, confirm details, and make sure everyone was on the same page. However, I never received any updates or responses regarding those conversations, so I ended up reaching out to my vendors myself to make sure everything was taken care of. This was frustrating because coordinating with vendors was one of the main responsibilities I hired her to handle. Bailee was also supposed to send my vendors a timeline for the wedding day so everyone knew where they needed to be and when. However, my photographer told me she never received a timeline from Bailee. This was extremely disappointing because having everyone informed and on the same page is such an important part of making a wedding day run smoothly. On the day of our wedding, there were several things that I had specifically asked Bailee to take care of that were never completed. My photographer actually ended up having to step in and finish setting things up, which should not have been her responsibility. I hired a coordinator so that my other vendors could focus on doing the jobs they were hired to do, not pick up responsibilities that were supposed to be handled by someone else. Bailee was supposed to handle was distributing tips to our vendors. However, she never once asked me for the tips or followed through with that responsibility, so I ended up having to take care of it myself. These may seem like small things, but they are exactly the types of tasks you hire a day-of coordinator to manage so the bride and groom don't have to worry about them. I was also disappointed with the situation involving her assistant. Her assistant did not attend our wedding rehearsal, and I believe the assistant who showed up on our wedding day may have been different from the one originally planned. Bailee reassured me that her assistant knew everything just as well as she did, but unfortunately, that was not the impression I got throughout the day. I did not feel confident that her assistant was fully informed about the timeline, responsibilities, or details we had discussed. It also seemed like Bailee and her assistant were constantly following each other around rather than working independently to accomplish different tasks. In my opinion, having two coordinators should mean that responsibilities can be divided so more things get done efficiently. One of my biggest frustrations was how little I actually saw either of them throughout the day. As a bride, I expected my day-of coordinator to be present, available, checking in, and making sure everything was going according to plan. Bailee ended up leaving our wedding early because she wasn't feeling well. After leaving our wedding early, I did not hear from Bailee again until a little over a month after our wedding, when she finally reached out to check in on us. I would have expected some sort of follow-up much sooner, especially considering she had to leave before the wedding was over. Even a simple message the next day to check that everything went okay would have meant a lot.

  • LA

    Lauren A.

    Rating: 4
    •Zola
    •Oct 9

    Mostly Positive, with Room for Improvement

    We had an overall mostly positive experience working with Bailee from Refined Events, though there were a few areas where we felt our wedding day could have gone more smoothly. Our first meeting went very well. Bailee asked thoughtful questions, provided helpful answers, and had the upbeat personality we wanted in a coordinator. Based on our first impression, her reviews, and pricing, we felt confident moving forward. Around three months out, we began having regular 30-minute calls and consistently finished feeling reassured. Bailee also proactively reached out to our vendors before the wedding without us needing to ask, which we appreciated. She and her assistant, Brenda, arrived on time for both the rehearsal and wedding day. However, Bailee asked to reschedule nearly every scheduled meeting, sometimes by 30–60 minutes and other times to a different day. Although she always said we could keep the original time if needed, the frequency raised concerns about time management and accountability leading up to the wedding. Our biggest concern on the wedding day was our experience with Brenda. We didn’t meet her until the rehearsal, which was fine, but she often seemed stressed and unsure of herself. Rather than helping us feel calm, her demeanor sometimes added to the stress. My husband, I, and several bridesmaids independently had similar experiences. She was kind, but we felt confidence and decisiveness are important qualities in this role. Bailee herself was helpful when she stepped in. There were also several logistical mistakes that, while none ruined our day, were disappointing given our timeline discussions. The umbrellas planned for the reception area weren’t there, so a bridesmaid had to retrieve them between the ceremony and cocktail hour. I recognize I could have communicated this more clearly. Our processional music was also played incorrectly: my husband’s entrance song was skipped, and the DJ played my aisle song twice. This wasn’t solely Bailee’s responsibility, but better coordination may have prevented it. Additionally, our King’s Table was set up incorrectly despite us providing a poster with the exact seating arrangement. We had to make adjustments right before the ceremony, creating unnecessary stress. Finally, the speech and food service timeline wasn’t followed, despite discussing it multiple times. The plan was for my dad’s speech and the blessing, followed by appetizers, then the Maid of Honor and Best Man speeches, and finally dinner. Instead, all speeches happened consecutively. Guests sat through 25 minutes of speeches without food or access to the bar, which was closed. Even my husband and I didn’t have drinks and ended up toasting with water. This was a specific detail we had discussed and were disappointed to see missed. Overall, Bailee provided the day-of coordination we hired her for, and we appreciate what went well. Her pricing felt appropriate for the service received, particularly as someone still growing her business. We believe she can learn from these experiences and continue improving. We’d recommend her to couples who are more flexible with details, but very detail-oriented couples may want to confirm important logistics carefully in advance. We’d also recommend discussing the assigned assistant beforehand, as our experience with Brenda was unfortunately not what we had hoped for. We wish Bailee the best as she continues to grow Refined Events!

  • RR

    Ryan R.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 9

    Book with Bailee!

    We booked Bailee almost a year before our wedding and I’m really glad we did. Our experience with her was positive from start to finish. Over the year we had a lot of planning sessions where we went through everything that needed to happen and when it was due, so nothing would sneak up on us at the end. We had to reschedule a few times (on both sides, life happens) and she was always easy to work with about it. She also stayed patient and upbeat when we went back and forth on decisions, which happened more than I’d like to admit. On the wedding day she was everywhere at once. She and her team handled whatever came up, kept things on schedule, and stayed with us all the way through cleanup at the end of the night. We got to actually enjoy our day instead of worrying about the details, and that was exactly what we were hoping for. If you’re looking for a wedding planner in the WI/IL area, I’d recommend Bailee without hesitation. She’s detail oriented, positive, and clearly cares about making the day go well. We couldn’t have done it without her. 5/5 stars

  • AW

    Adam W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 6, 2026

    Best Party Planner

    Bailee was very communicative, helpful, and professional. I would highly recommend her if you want someone who is very detailed and overall an epic party planner!

Yes, absolutely! In addition to wedding planning, we love helping our couples plan other special events like bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and more. We actually highly encourage it, it’s a great way to create a cohesive experience and ensure every event leading up to the big day is just as memorable and stress-free.
We will never plan multiple weddings on a single day! As we are a team of 2 , we both want to have our undivided attention and time focused on our couple and there special day!
Depending on what package you choose from our 3, you will spend as little as a month before your special day to a year with us! We pride ourselves on great communication throughout the entire process.
Yes we are a team. As of right now, it will be me the lead event planner/coordinator(Bailee) and I have an assistant. We may in the future look into expanding!

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