Meet your team of Details Made Simple Day of Wedding Coordinators. We are a super passionate group of wedding obsessed women who would love to make the biggest day of your life, the best day of your life.
Central/North Jersey
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Carla FridayFounder & Wedding Day Coordinator
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Shadé ColemanWedding Day Coordinator
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Jackie DiazWedding Day Coordinator
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Kelly MyersWedding Day Coordinator
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Alex PranzoWedding Day Coordinator
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Lauren WilsonWedding Day Coordinator
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Sarah YarmarkWedding Day Coordinator
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Alex WilliamsWedding Day Coordinator
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Michelle CanigliaWedding Day Coordinator
Area: Central/North NJ and NYC
(732) 692-4259
carla@detailsmadesimple.com
Carla's Bio
Oh hey there! I’m Carla, the Founder and the mastermind behind Details Made Simple, a multi-state wedding firm focusing solely on day-of wedding coordination. I started DMS initially to just exercise my love for weddings and to help assist brides and grooms with all their wedding details and execute them to perfection, and 10 years later here we are! I am so genuinely passionate about weddings, I still dream about them in my sleep to this day! I simply love the beautiful details, logistics, and all the pretty that goes along with them.
My wedding superpower is easily that I have an eye for the details – in fact, I’m OBSESSED with them – from the ceremony, reception, multicultural traditions, to the tiniest piece of sparkly decor placed just right. So, in my mind, it’s always about the details and they must be perfect, I’m a true Capricorn to the core! My clients appreciate my calm demeanor when under pressure, my quickness to tackle any challenges that may come up, and doing it all with a smile 🙂
As the owner of such a unique company, I hold myself and my amazing team of coordinators to the highest standards, exceeding every client’s expectations on a daily basis, this is not negotiable for me. Developing a personal relationship with each couple is the key to making each wedding perfect and memorable, and this is super important to us.
Oh, and I’m a professional taco eater – I’ve never met a taco I didn’t like. I’m a lover of Pugs and all their chubby cuteness. A total jet setter, searching for the next beach to visit when possible. Coffee is life and always puts a smile on my face from the first sip.
Let’s sit down, have a cup, and talk about your big day!

Shadé Coleman
Area: Central/North NJ and NYC
(908) 834-7626
shade@detailsmadesimple.com
Shadé's Bio
Shadé has been with DMS since the beginning and has now coordinated over 80 weddings with perfection! Her expertise is in cultural weddings such as South Asian Indian, Jewish, Asian & Filipino. We call her the cultural wedding guru actually, as her superb skills and knowledge of so many cultural traditions really set her apart.
Traveling abroad to Belgium, where she studied International Tourism & Hotel Operations, helped her learn first-hand how significant it is to know about different traditions around the world. Her mission is to always provide personal, upscale service to all of her couples. With over 10 years of experience in event coordination, a Certification in Event Planning, and a B.A. in Hospitality Management from Johnson & Wales University, she is educated about the field and will ensure that you “enjoy every moment” of your wedding day!

Jackie Diaz
Area: Central/North NJ
(603) 401-2817
jackie@detailsmadesimple.com
Jackie's Bio
Jackie has always known exactly what her wedding would entail; from the lighting to the attire, to the color scheme and floral. She comes to DMS with a unique experience, as she was a Details Made Simple bride in 2020. She understands exactly what it is we do, and how it affects the best day of one’s life. She experienced first-hand how stress-free a wedding really can be! No detail will be left aside with her on your side.

Kelly Myers
Area: Central/North NJ
(732) 407-7435
kelly@detailsmadesimple.com
Kelly's Bio

Alex Pranzo
Area: Central/North NJ
(201) 786-8601
alex@detailsmadesimple.com
Alex's Bio
Since Alex was a young child she fantasized about weddings! From watching weddings on TV to playing dress up as a bride, she learned at a very young age about all the planning and execution that makes each and every wedding one of a kind. To this day, she still enjoys watching countless movies that highlight the beauty, details, and elegance of a wedding. Alex can’t help but say, she is an endless romantic! She feels there is something very magical about the experience of falling in love and creating a memorable wedding day to share that love with the people who mean the most to you.
Alex values the personal connection that she creates with her clients. She takes the time to learn about you, your significant other, the vision you have planned for your special day, and everything in between! A sense of calm, attention to detail, positive energy, and thoughtfulness is what she practices daily and will be sure to bring to your experience from the moment you meet. With Alex as your Wedding Day Coordinator, she will make sure that you focus on the present moment of your wedding day and take in all the fun-filled memories that you will make along the way. Alex is so excited to work with you and to be the person who is there for you!

Lauren Wilson
Area: Central/North NJ
(908) 472-6804
laurenw@detailsmadesimple.com
Lauren's Bio
Meet Lauren, a day-of-coordinator whose passion for weddings only grows with every event. She has always dreamed of having a beautiful wedding herself, but her wedding vision mainly centered around getting to marry the love of her life. Now that she is getting to do that, Lauren has realized just how fun planning ALL of the wedding details can be! In fact, she can’t get enough, and she knew she was meant to become a day-of-coordinator.
Lauren combines her creativity, organizational skills, and eye-for-detail to help couples tie the knot. She has a variety of event coordination experiences from weddings, philanthropic events, sorority socials, and other social events that make her prepared to achieve your wedding day goals.
There is so much that goes into creating the perfect special day no matter the size of your celebration. Every element ties together to create a unique day that kicks off the beginning of a new part of your life. As The Happy Couple, your job at your wedding should be just that: be happy and get married!!! Lauren is here to take care of the rest so you can celebrate stress-free. She will be your go-to girl on the day of while you focus on making memories that will last a lifetime.

Sarah Yarmark
Area: Central/North NJ
(215) 589-8474
sarah@detailsmadesimple.com
Sarah's Bio
Sarah has always had a passion for all things love and weddings. Seeing couples light up knowing that they found their forever person brings her so much joy. She simply loves love and has been dreaming of her own wedding since she was young. Getting to help coordinate someone’s special day is something Sarah truly looks forward to!
Sarah values the connection that she makes with her clients. She takes on each wedding with her encouraging, personable, and warm personality paired with her strong organizational skills. She is very meticulous and pays close attention to details. Lucky for you Sarah has an eye for all things wedding and will use that to her advantage when helping you coordinate your special day.
Sarah feels that the wedding day should be a celebration that every couple should enjoy to the fullest. The love, happiness, and joy each couple feels on their wedding day is all that should be on their mind. Sarah is here to make sure that you are cherishing every moment as she takes care of the rest. Sarah has event coordination experiences from running children’s birthday parties, philanthropic events, and other social events that have given her the coordinating skills she needs to make sure your wedding day is everything you expected and more. She can’t wait to be there for you and make sure your special day is a dream come true!

Alex Williams
Area: Central/North NJ
(848) 459-7445
alexw@detailsmadesimple.com
Alex's Bio
Alex LOVES love! She also comes from a big family and is always the one to orchestrate all the parties and events of any size. She comes with years of experience in event coordination, however, weddings are what holds a special place in her heart. She knows the importance of organization and execution from not only a coordinator level but from the bride level as well, having thrown her own DIY wedding!
Her attention to detail and “Get Stuff Done” attitude and mindset make her an excellent choice to make your big day The Best Day Ever. You’ll be able to rest easy knowing your most special day is in the best, most capable hands.

Michelle Caniglia
Area: Central/North NJ
(973) 997-1381
michelle@detailsmadesimple.com
Michelle's Bio
North Jersey ● NYC Area

Tamara Paschall
Area: North NJ / NYC
(862) 272-2160
tamara@detailsmadesimple.com
Tamara's Bio
A hopeless romantic and big believer in ‘happily ever after’, Tamara takes great joy in learning people’s love stories, seeing them through their big day, and making their dreams become realities. Combine her love of helping others with her insane attention to detail and you’ve got the ultimate go-to for making sure every last detail is perfect and each and every bride and groom are smiling.
Originally from New York City, Tamara has an extensive background in the hotel and restaurant industry, and working in such high-stress environments has helped her master the skills of multitasking, time management, and efficiency of customer service as a top priority.
As Tamara puts it, “At the end of the day, my role is to provide an incredible experience for our couples, alleviating their stress, maximizing their joy, and creating lasting memories at their milestone life celebration. I take that very seriously and love every minute of it.”
When she isn’t working behind the scenes on your special day, she is usually entertaining friends and family at home, cooking a fabulous meal with her husband, sharing a lot of laughs and good conversation.

Vanessa Saint Jean
Area: North NJ / NYC
(908) 967-3021
vanessa@detailsmadesimple.com
Vanessa's Bio
Vanessa’s passion for wedding coordination is stemmed from her love for helping people and taking the stress off their shoulders. She loves getting to know each couple so that she can help in adding in all the intimate and special details to their big day. Being a bride herself, she understands how stressful this can be and wants to ensure that the bride is not alone, and she will make sure to make your big day as stress-free as possible. She pays close attention to the details (which makes her perfect to work for a company named Details Made Simple) and has a way of making sure that the job gets done every time! Her main goal is to ensure that every couple has a beautiful and memorable wedding day so that they can be on their way to their “Happily Ever After!”
North Jersey ● Long Island NY

Kimaula Aitkens
Area: North NJ/Long Island
(347) 957-5997
kimaula@detailsmadesimple.com
Kimaula's Bio
NYC Area
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Ebony DeloneyWedding Day Coordinator
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Shay GeorgesWedding Day Coordinator
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Erin FransonWedding Day Coordinator

Ebony Deloney
Area: NYC Area
(317) 371-6216
ebony@detailsmadesimple.com
Ebony's Bio
With her passion for being on stage paired with her passion for weddings, Ebony is ready to make your day shine like opening night!
Over the years she’s been no stranger to participating in an array of weddings! She has always enjoyed supporting her friends on their big day whether being by their side as a bridesmaid or crying like a baby during vows as a guest! From the floral arrangements, table settings, party favors, and of course THE DRESS, Ebony enjoys seeing the creativity and personalization from beginning to end.
Growing up as a big Disney kid her dream came true right after college when she was cast to perform with Disney Cruise Line! During her five years with the Walt Disney Company, she held many leadership positions within her cast, took part in the Disney VoluntEARS program, and thrived in meeting families from all over the world. From the little kids to the kids at heart, she loved creating magical moments and took pride in providing excellent customer service with a smile.
When she’s not performing you can find her styling brides at BHLDN! There’s nothing more magical than assisting a bride on her journey to finding her dream dress! Working for a bridal company like BHLDN has not only enhanced her love for weddings but has also expanded her knowledge of wedding gowns. With a zip, steam, button, or fluff your entire wedding party will be polished to perfection!
On your big day, Ebony is ready to execute every detail flawlessly, be in your corner every step of the way, and will provide a laugh when needed! Let your focus be centered around love while she orchestrates your day to bring new memories to life! With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a dash of Midwest hospitality, she’s got what it takes to make your Happily Ever After come true!

Shay Georges
Area: NYC Area
(917) 744-5236
shay@detailsmadesimple.com
Shay's Bio
Meet Shay! The Coordinator on a mission to execute your day-of details and assist in making your wedding day special and memorable. Over the past 5 years, Shay has gained experience in the day-of-event production side for corporate clients in the Fashion & Beauty industries. Her love for weddings all began at a young age. Shay watched her mom design beautiful wedding gowns, veils, and headpieces for brides on their special day. So how could she not fall in love with weddings? Her passion for weddings grew, allowing her to assist in the coordination of several weddings over the years, as well as planning her very own!
Shay is no stranger to the details, both large and small. Her goal is SIMPLE: to find it, figure it out, and make it happen. With Shay as your wedding day coordinator, you will receive a-class customer service, a patient spirit, a cheerleader, and a go-getter. She cannot wait to be a part of your special day!

Erin Franson
Area: NYC / North NJ
(908) 655-7934
erin@detailsmadesimple.com
Erin's Bio
It comes as no surprise that Erin loves weddings and has made them her career. As a young child, Erin was a flower girl 7 times before the age of 10. As one of the first grandchildren in a huge Irish family, Erin’s parents used to joke they could rent her out as a professional flower girl for weddings. Nothing was more special than seeing the bride in her beautiful white dress, closing her eyes during “you may kiss the bride”, and dancing on her dad’s feet during the best part of the night (the party!)
Erin was born in Baltimore, raised in New Jersey, graduated from James Madison University in Virginia, and swiftly moved to Manhattan the moment she could. Having studied musical theatre, Erin’s flair for the dramatics keeps everyone entertained but her goal at the end of every day is to make people smile.
When not making people smile by coordinating their weddings, Erin works as a bridal stylist at BHLDN in NYC. What an amazing extra perk in this Day of Coordinator, right?! Helping brides find their dream dress is so fulfilling, but Erin’s favorite part of either job is hearing “that was so stress-free” or “you made that so easy”.
She takes a lot of pride in making things enjoyable and easy! Erin can make things enjoyable and easy for you too! Let’s chat so you can tell me all the exciting things about your upcoming wedding!!
Central/South Jersey ● Philadelphia
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Kim MartirWedding Day Coordinator
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April AbbondanteWedding Day Coordinator
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Melissa CardoneWedding Day Coordinator

Kim Martir
Area: Philly and Central NJ
(609) 542-0062
kim@detailsmadesimple.com
Kim's Bio
Brides call Kim the “Wedding Ninja” as she knows what it takes to get a wedding planned and executed perfectly and is not afraid to use her moves to make it happen! Kim is extremely detail-oriented, organized, and an expert DIY’er. She believes in the importance of personalizing every little detail of your wedding, allowing it to act as a reflection of your unique love and relationship. With over 6 years experience in the industry, Kim is extremely familiar with venues and vendors throughout the NYC, NJ, and Philadelphia areas, allowing her insight on relationships, genres, and specialties. As a Day of Wedding Coordinator, she is never afraid to take charge and exceed her client’s expectations. She is very aware of exactly how important this day is, and will allow nothing less than perfection to occur throughout each and every moment.

April Abbondante
Area: Philly and Central NJ
(609) 362-6718
april@detailsmadesimple.com
Aprils's Bio
As a recent bride, April knows what it takes to execute a wedding flawlessly. While planning her wedding she chose not to have a day of wedding coordinator, realizing as the day got closer that trying to do everything herself was a BIG mistake. Although the day was beautiful, she spent the morning trying to keep everyone on time, making sure all of the vendors arrived, and constantly checked that everything was being set up to expectations. Having been through this stressful experience, she wants to provide every bride with peace of mind on their big day. April’s attention to detail and ability to get things done makes her the perfect Day of Coordinator for any event, big or small. She loves assisting brides with new ideas and D.I.Y. touches. With many years of event planning experience, she has a strong knowledge of local vendors in the New Jersey and Philadelphia areas. With her passion for the business and love of weddings, she will ensure that every bride has the dream day they always wanted.
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Melissa Cardone
Area: Central/North NJ
(908) 625-6113
melissa@detailsmadesimple.com
Melissa's Bio
Melissa has been married for 10 years and still wishes she had a Wedding Coordinator for her wedding day! Getting married is such an amazing experience that can only be made better by having someone to ensure everything is running on schedule and running smoothly. It is her mission to make sure that the happy couple has the best day of their lives without having to worry about a thing.
Melissa has dreamed of working in the wedding industry for years. Every detail is fun and exciting! With a passion for helping others and a love of weddings, being a Wedding Coordinator is truly dream come true for her. She has always loved planning, executing, and participating in events. From fundraisers to birthday parties, to bridal & baby showers, to weddings, her goal is always for everyone to have a great time while making certain the event runs smoothly.
Prior to working with Details Made Simple, Melissa was an IT Project Coordinator where sticking to a timeline was extremely important. She will make sure that your wedding doesn’t miss a beat and is running on time so you can enjoy every second of your perfectly planned day. Melissa is looking forward to getting to know you as a couple and learning all about what you are imagining for your wedding day. She would love to work with you on making your wedding stress-free, fun, and most importantly the most magical day of your lives!
Philadelphia ● Central/South Jersey ● Delaware

Maggie Elrashedy
Area: Philadelphia, Central NJ
(609) 321-3746
maggie@detailsmadesimple.com
Maggie's Bio

Rebecca Materniak
Area: Philadelphia, Central NJ and Delaware
(302) 864-3134
rebecca@detailsmadesimple.com
Rebecca's Bio
Not only does Rebecca enjoy the creative side of coordinating your big day, but innately wants the day to go as perfectly as you planned it. Her attention to detail, organization, and ability to execute a plan from start to finish will ensure your day be just as you envisioned.
It’s safe to say Rebecca loves love. She can’t wait to meet you, discuss your vision, and coordinate your wedding day!
DC Metro Area

Zaakira Harris
Area: DC Metro Area
(202) 871-8964
zaakira@detailsmadesimple.com
Zaakira's Bio
Zaakira noticed her love for wedding planning at a very early age. While other little girls were playing with barbie dolls, Zaakira was picking out the perfect linen and color scheme for her play dollhouse weddings!
Later on, in life Zaakira took advantage of interning for various events while pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree at Howard University. Since then, Zaakira began a career in Hospitality Management and was overseeing many operations with the catering events department, which sparked a whole new love and passion for weddings all over again.
Zaakira’s extensive customer service background as well as her ability to provide unique and creative solutions while running a large operation makes her a great addition to the DMS team! She is super sweet, reliable and her attention to detail is the biggest key to making sure a couples wedding day is nothing sure of amazing!
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