Tone Events Planning & Design -

Alexia Lazarick

As someone who works in the wedding industry and has witnessed hundreds of weddings, I thought I had seen it all. But even with my experience, I could never have imagined a more perfect wedding day than ours—and that is entirely thanks to Ivana, Annie, and the incredible team at Tone Events.

From start to finish, Ivana was an absolute dream to work with. Her attention to detail, organization, and ability to anticipate every need made the day completely stress-free for me and my husband. She made sure I didn’t have to worry about a single thing, which allowed me to fully immerse myself in the joy of our wedding day. Her poise and professionalism shone through in every moment, and her friendly, calm demeanor was exactly what I needed to feel at ease.

Annie, my bridal attendant, was a lifesaver. She was always one step ahead, making sure I was comfortable, hydrated, and had everything I needed throughout the day. From bustling my dress to managing last-minute touches, Annie was like a wedding-day fairy godmother, ensuring I felt cared for and special every step of the way.

The entire Tone Events team was nothing short of extraordinary. They had every detail covered, from managing the timeline to handling logistics seamlessly behind the scenes. Their level of organization and preparedness was remarkable, and I never once had to wonder if things were running on schedule or going smoothly—they simply were.

Our friends and family couldn’t stop raving about how amazing the Tone Events team was. Many of them commented on how friendly, accommodating, and professional the team was, which only added to the magic of the day. It was clear that Ivana and her team genuinely cared about making our wedding not just a success but a reflection of who we are as a couple.

If you’re looking for a wedding coordinator/planner who is poised, professional, and incredibly talented, look no further than Ivana and the Tone Events team. They are the best in the business, and I am so grateful to have had them by my side on the most important day of my life. They made our wedding not only perfect but truly unforgettable.

Thank you, Ivana, Annie, and the entire Tone Events team—you are simply the best!

Jillian Casarella

Where do I even begin?! My husband and I had our dream wedding at Belle Mer in Newport, RI in May of 2023, and I truly do not think we would have had a wedding at all if it weren't for Katie and her amazing team (shout out to Lexie!!). From the very beginning, Katie and Lexie were absolute ANGELS - So professional, kind, and organized. Being the only girl in my family, we were absolutely clueless on how to plan a wedding, so Katie stepped up and guided us every step of the way. She was a dream to work with, making herself available whenever I had questions, and also pushing me when I needed to be pushed (LOL - I'm not the best at decisions). Apart from Bridezillas, I think I was the next worst client to work with, since I was so indecisive and deferential that I put a LOT more work on Katie's shoulders, which she handled with complete grace and professionalism. Not one single stone was left unturned, every minute detail was thought out and executed, so our wedding day was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Our vendors knew exactly what to do and were coordinated PERFECTLY. To the point where so many of our guests said they had never been to such a coordinated wedding - So easy, so devoid of stress (for us, very unlikely for Katie and Lexie, but they didn't show it an ounce). I could tell a million stories about Tone Events as a whole, from the adorable gift Katie sent when we first booked her team demonstrating her unnecessary, but so appreciated, thoughtfulness she demonstrated throughout the entirety of the wedding planning process, to Lexie DRIVING to my Air-BnB to get my undergarments for my outfit change simply because I mentioned that I forgot it and told them not to worry about it. Again, just constantly demonstrating they go above and beyond in every aspect of the process. I think of all of the things Katie and her team did for me and my husband, and I know that I only know HALF of what they actually did, and I am just so grateful and blessed. Apart from being the best wedding planners I could have asked for, they are just incredible people. Any time anyone asks me what I’d recommend for them in the wedding planning process, my first recommendation is a wedding planner, specifically, a Katie. We are forever indebted to Tone Events for giving us the best day of our lives.

Marissa Beise

My husband and I hired Katie at Tone Events to help us in the final planning stages of our wedding. It was one of the best decisions we made! Katie got to know us as people and as a couple. After hiring her, she sent us an adorable gift basket - complete with dog biscuits because she knew we have a fur baby! Closer to the wedding, she gave us bandanas for both of our pups (we got another one a few months before the wedding, lol).

I’d like to think I’m an organized person, but I would have been lost without Katie’s color coded check lists! She helped us with items we didn’t know we needed and kept everyone in the loop with plans and logistics. While we had the major stuff (venue, photographer, DJ, flowers, etc) squared away already, Katie made it so the small things didn’t stress us out. And there are SO many small things, more than I realized. But I have no doubt Katie would be an incredible help securing the big items!

The weeks leading up to our wedding were filled with constant communication so we never felt out of the loop or confused. The actual day of the wedding was stress-free, at least for me, because I knew Katie and her assistant at the time Lexie had it all under control! Lexie kept everyone getting ready with me on time and Katie coordinated with our venue and the vendors with us (photographers, hair and makeup, etc). Literally everything seemed to go perfectly. If anything went wrong, Katie dealt with it and my husband and I never knew, which is exactly what I wanted!

Katie was professional, encouraging, FUN, and made the months leading up to and our actual wedding day as stress free as it possibly could be. I would 100% recommend hiring Katie/Tone Events!

Gianna Lombari

Katie was a pure delight to work with! Wedding planning can be so stressful, especially if you have big visions and ideas that you are trying to fulfill. Katie made herself available to talk and help at any time. Her expertise was also appreciated when it came to difficult decisions. On the day of the wedding she got to the venue early to ensure a smooth unloading process from venders, inspect that everything was to my liking, and ensure that all of the days events ran on schedule and smoothly. Her team is also phenomenal! Lexie was my bridal assistant and she made me feel so special! She helped me with outfit changes and even went above her duties to direct and edit a funny video I was trying to make with the bridal party. If you want your wedding to be as magical and perfect as you dreamed I highly recommend Tone Events. Even my photographer said that after 15+ years of being in the wedding industry she was so impressed with Katie. It’s hard to find the right wedding planner, but look no further than Tone Events! Happy planning.

Emily Dykes

I would give all of the stars in the world to Katie Malfettone. Because of Katie, our July, Downtown Austin wedding was absolutely perfect! Katie is the most detail oriented person, but is extremely laid back, friendly, and fun! She quickly built a genuine relationship with my mom and me and made sure we enjoyed the planning process. We are both extremely "Type A" and opinionated, but Katie earned our trust from the very beginning. She was SO much more than a "Day-Of Coordinator". We met with her several times in advance, emailed multiple times a week, and could text or call her anytime. She was always available to answer any questions, even when she was out of the office or on vacation! She also has the BEST ideas of little details that can impact your event in a VERY positive way. A few weeks before the wedding, Katie walked us through her perfect master plan/minute-by-minute to ensure everything was ready to go and that everyone (family, bridal party, vendors) was on the same page. When the big day arrived, we knew EVERYTHING was under control and would be handled by Katie and her fabulous team. Because of Katie's knowledge, skills, relationships with vendors, and attention to detail, my mom and I could relax and enjoy the wedding day. Not once did my mom have to check in at the church or reception venue. She was able to spend the entire day with me, my bridal party, and our family, which was absolutely invaluable. Our large (320+ guests) and pretty involved wedding went off without a hitch! All of the vendors she helped us select exceeded our expectations in every way. She ensured our entire timeline, florals, decor, seating, and flow were executed perfectly! And most importantly, because of Katie, our wedding was the most memorable, perfect, and FUN night of our lives - and one that our friends and family are still talking about today. We were truly impressed by Katie's professionalism, attention to detail, operational skills, unique insight and ideas, and awesome personality! Thank you, Katie, for making our special day a huge success! We could not have done it without you!!!

Ann Marie Lazarus

The first and best decision we made during our wedding planning was to work with Katie Malfettone. Katie is organized, detail-oriented, professional, knowledgeable. Throughout the process, she kept us and our vendors on track. She double and triple-checked every detail. And on the day of our wedding, she executed a flawless event. I would not have changed a single detail about our wedding - not one. We couldn't have done it without Katie. Thank you for creating a magical day for us!

Allie Austin

Myself, my family and my in-laws cannot say enough great things about working with Katie Malfettone. The entire process was smooth, stress-free, and most importantly, the wedding was executed flawlessly. From the initial stages of planning, Katie got a grasp of my style and taste and ran with it. To plan and run a 430+ person wedding with a smile on your face and calm demeanor must be stressful, but you couldn't tell with Katie. Each and every detail was noticed by all, and we still have guests reaching out to us weeks later about how perfect of an evening it was! I owe so much of that to Katie. So many people advised me not to stress along the way, but I can honestly say I never felt stressed throughout the process knowing I was in great hands! I would (and will) recommend Katie to anyone for both corporate events and weddings!

Tyler Ryan

I have nothing bad to say about Katie! From beginning to end, this lady was flawless! Katie went above and beyond to make sure that all of my questions and concerns were answered. Every suggestion and comment she had was right on point and made our wedding better than we could have ever imagined. She has a great eye for design and brought my very specific aesthetic to life. She thought of everything and paid attention to every detail so we were able to enjoy every single second of our day, which is so important and I appreciate more and more in hindsight. On the day of our wedding Katie and her team made sure everything stayed on track and went smoothly! Couldn't have asked for a better planner!