Testimonials

"What can we say? We were delighted with your professionalism, efficiency and down-right hard work in creating our perfect wedding. But we were also touched with how you approached the whole affair so personally. We really felt like we were being looked after by a good friend. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you. When can we get married again?!”
Andrew & Ina (Bride and Groom)

"I know you don't need me to tell you, but you made a wonderful wedding extra special for Ina & Andrew. I loved being a part of it. The Hills were very fortunate to have you with all the effort and hours you put in for them, not least the arrangements you made for the dress itself! As for their 'enchanted garden' - it was the perfect backdrop for the evening party."
Sally (Wedding Guest)

"Helen and I found Bellissimo Weddings to be very efficient in the planning of our wedding. We were kept fully informed at every stage, being sent numerous choices and quotations for services required (e.g. reception venue, transport, cake and decorations). Melanie established and maintained contact with our guests to ensure all could be present on the day. Bellissimo Weddings also closely monitored expenditure to ensure budget conditions were met. Thanks to Melanie and her team, our wedding day ran smoothly and to plan. In summary, we found Bellissimo Weddings to be very professional and approachable, with work being carried out with integrity, giving much peace of mind; just what is required for a wedding."
Paul and Helen (Bride and Groom)

"It was a real pleasure playing at Paul and Helen's wedding yesterday. Richard and I both thoroughly enjoyed the day. I was very impressed to see you in action! I had no idea what was involved in wedding planning and think you did a marvelous job. It really takes the pressure off the bride and groom who can then enjoy the day without any worries."
Richard & Mandy (Mosaic Jazz Duo)

"I brought Melanie in to take over the organization of an event to launch this year’s Charity Road Trip to Tajikistan. She did a great job in delivering what was required and I will be working with her in the future on more events. If you want an events company with "balls" look no further!"
Ashley Platen-Mills – Corporate Client

"Thank you so much for all your help on our wedding day, you were indispensable and I loved working with you."
Rachael Adamson, Bride

“I just wanted to say on a personal note how very impressed I was with all the organizing you did for our wedding fayre, it was a pleasure to work with you and you made my life so much easier so thank you.”
Angela Faber, Conference and Banqueting Sales Manager – Menzies Hotels

"Thank you for making my husband's 40th birthday celebration such an incredible success. Steve and I have literally received dozens of messages from our friends thanking us for a great night. From your early assistance, to the final weeks, to the day of, everything you touched was wonderful and exceeded my expectations. The venue was just what I had envisioned - elegant yet fun and trendy, the food was delicious and the DJ knew just what music to play to get everyone out dancing and having fun. I am also grateful to you for the extra effort you put in to make sure my slideshow presentation went off without a hitch. There is no one that I would have trusted more with that laptop! You are a true professional, an expert in your field, organised, patient and always calm, cool and collected. I just can't sing your praises enough and would recommend you to anyone looking for an event planner. With very best wishes,"
Stephanie Thorne "PS Don't be surprised when you get a phone call from Steve about organising my 40th at the end of the year!"

"My thanks to Melanie Kiani of Bellissimo Weddings & Events. After providing Melanie with an outline of our requirements she quickly produced a “short list” of suitable venues for me to review then both arranged and accompanied me on the viewings. Melanie also researched and secured my venue for the launch of Poole. Her professional approach and level of service saved me time, money and stress. I have no hesitation in recommending her services (she was amazing!)"
Jacqui Frampton, Corporate Client – Women in Business Network (WIBN)

"We just had to write and tell you that like Midas, everything that you touch turns to gold and we felt that everybody should know how totally outstanding your services as a Wedding Planner are. Your inspiring ideas, your energy, your flawless style and warm persona – not to mention your meticulous attention to detail and your love of lists (!) – instilled us with a feeling of excitement and relief; you allowed us to relish in the fun and exciting part of the planning process whilst eliminating any anxiety or stress. Just amazing!

We want to say an ENORMOUS thank you for everything you did for us on our wedding day– you were absolutely brilliant and we simply couldn’t have done it without you.

All our guests were completely blown away – and that’s no mean feat for some of the guests who attended!!

The Church, the Venue, the Video, the Photographer, the band, the Bucking Bronco, the flowers, table plans, the food, the service, the cakes and don’t forget the alcohol – and that isn’t even an exhaustive list of the many things you took on – everything was perfect – and how AWESOME did the Barn look?! You have been brilliant, a pleasure to work with and we shall miss you very much. The next time we are putting a function on, it’s you who will be taking the reins!"
Shelley & Lee Chamberlain – Bride & Groom

"We were very happy with the way everything went on Saturday. It was great to have you to take some of the pressure off of us both before and on the day! It was a pleasure working with you and we wish you every success in the future.”
Rupert and Joanna Burr – Venue Proprietors

"Our event was organised down to the smallest detail by Melanie and as a result was a wonderful success. In thinking of the small details the big problem of 400 people at one event never materialised!"
David - Corporate Entertainment Client

"I just wanted to let you know how impressed I was with your ability to make a very special occasion quite astounding. I have to say the whole day went without a single hitch, which must be down to your “military fashion” precision as usual. Whilst being perfect throughout I have to say a feeling of total relaxation shone throughout the day. It was a shame the day had to come to an end as we all could have carried on and on, the whole atmosphere was phenomenal and it will never be forgotten. Now you have set such a high precedent I very much look forward attending this coming New Years Eve ball as I am sure it will be fantastic. Should I have to recommend an event co-ordinator extraordinaire - you are the one!"
Simon – Wedding Guest

"It was a great pleasure to take part in the wedding day which was a truly memorable occasion - you really know how to organise a special event."
Eva & David - Wedding Guests

"Melanie, you organised such a fantastic day and evening, everything was so beautiful and just felt right, comfortable and fun! You arranged the perfect day for us all and I just wanted to say thank you!"
Dave – Wedding Guest

In the Press
"Stretching your Wedding Budget", featured in You and Your Wedding Magazine, click here
"The icing on the cake", Wiltshire Business Magazine, click here to read the article
"Melanie waits for Robbie Williams to propose!", Dorset Business News, click here to read the article