Bay Area Wedding Planner T.D.E. Wedding Offers Couples a Stress-Free Path to Their Perfect Day
T.D.E. Wedding, an established leader in Northern California event coordination since 2007, continues to offer engaged couples a rare commodity: peace of mind. Headquartered in Millbrae and led by longtime owner Carol M.Lee, the firm provides full-service wedding planning that transforms dream concepts into reality, allowing clients to fully enjoy their wedding day without stress or last-minute surprises.
Unlike larger firms that prioritize volume over detail, T.D.E. Wedding takes a highly personalized approach. Whether coordinating an intimate tea ceremony or a grand banquet with hundreds of guests, the team guides couples through every logistical step, ensuring each element aligns with their vision and values. From the very first consultation, clients are met with clarity, professionalism, and a calm demeanor that sets the tone for the entire planning process.
'Couples don't just want a wedding day — they want peace of mind,' said Carol M. Lee, owner of T.D.E. Wedding. 'We're here to create a smooth, beautiful journey from the moment they call us to the final goodbye at their reception. Weddings should be joyful, not stressful.'
One of the standout aspects of T.D.E. Wedding's services is its transparent pricing structure. Unlike many coordinators who rely on hidden fees or confusing estimates, T.D.E. Wedding provides clear, up-front package options, all available for review directly on the company's website. This openness reflects the company's commitment to integrity and builds instant trust with clients.
Packages range from Reception-Only Coordination, ideal for those seeking help with just the wedding day, to Full-Day All-Inclusive options, which cover both ceremony and banquet coordination. For couples planning cultural events such as Chinese tea ceremonies, specialized packages include coordination, timing, and ceremonial materials, ensuring every tradition is honored without logistical friction.
T.D.E. Wedding's all-inclusive packages—Glow, Glam, and Glitz—offer couples a seamless planning experience, each tailored to different levels of service and sophistication.
The Glow package provides essential services for couples seeking a beautiful event on a budget. It includes pre-selected reception décor, standard seasonal floral arrangements, and basic planning support.
For those desiring a balance of style and comprehensive services, the Glam package offers upgraded décor options, enhanced floral designs, professional photography and videography services, bilingual emcee and DJ services, and bridal makeup and hairdo with evening touch-up.
The most comprehensive offering, the Glitz package, encompasses all services from the Glam package, with additional premium features such as a pre-wedding photography session, extended coverage by two wedding day photographers and two cinematographers, pre-wedding makeup and hairdo services, a photo booth experience for guests, and day-of coordination to ensure flawless execution.
Each package is tailored to ensure that every aspect of the wedding day is meticulously planned and executed, allowing couples to fully immerse themselves in the joy of their celebration. T.D.E. Wedding's commitment to excellence and attention to detail make these packages a popular choice among couples in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Serving clients throughout Millbrae, Burlingame, Hillsborough, San Mateo County, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Jose, Santa Clara County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area, T.D.E. Wedding maintains long-standing relationships with banquet halls, photographers, and cultural vendors. This network allows the team to execute flawlessly even in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations — a quality that has earned the firm quiet but devoted praise in the community.
Clients come from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and the T.D.E. Wedding team is sensitive to traditions, expectations, and language nuances. This includes support for bilingual events, where multiple generations need to feel included and understood — something many coordinators overlook.
T.D.E. Wedding's client journey begins with a no-obligation consultation, during which couples describe their needs and vision. From there, the planner creates a customized timeline and quote, setting expectations and offering clear communication throughout. The company's calm, behind-the-scenes approach keeps events running smoothly while ensuring the spotlight remains on the couple.
Now celebrating over 15 years in business, T.D.E. Wedding shows no signs of slowing down. As more couples seek to simplify their planning process without sacrificing quality or cultural integrity, the company continues to earn its place as a steady, trustworthy force in the Bay Area wedding landscape.
To learn more about services or to book a consultation, visit T.D.E. Wedding.
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For more information about T.D.E. Wedding, contact the company here:
T.D.E. WeddingOtis Fang(415) 813-8900
[email protected]
216 Broadway, Millbrae, CA 94030
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