Planning perspective
What to consider before reaching out
A strong first conversation is about fit, not just availability. Share your date, approximate guest count, location, and the feeling you want the day to have. Ask what is included, what typically changes the final quote, and what decisions need to be made earliest.
For a florals partner, confirm how communication works, who will be present on the day, and how the team handles changes. Pricing was not included in the supplied research, so request a current, itemized proposal directly from the business.
Why this business stood out
The verified notes
- Combines floral design with full wedding planning/coordination
- Will personally travel hours to source specific flowers
- Preferred designer at River Road Farm
In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Megan Herschlein
7 months ago
I don't think there's enough space here for me to properly rave about Tara. Wedding planning is incredibly personal. Every bride will want to be treated and incorporated into the process in different ways. Tara met me exactly where I was in my extraordinarily personal journey. Yes, she handled the stress of coordinating vendors, payments, schedules, and timelines with virtual ease, but she was more than just an expert at her craft. She was my #1 advocate, oftentimes my therapist, and above all, a dear friend. I feel badly for any bride who didn't get to have that kind of relationship with their planner, or god forbid, had a negative one. Tara did everything in her power to make sure my weddi...
Meg Maness
3 years ago
Tara is an absolute visionary. She went above and beyond for my wedding, going as far as 4 hours to collect flowers that made all the difference on the wedding. Working with Tara was a very easy experience- she is so professional and made me feel so secure and had wonderful suggestions even days before the wedding that made a huge difference in the way we laid out our wedding design wise. She was absolutely amazing to work with and I would highly advise anyone getting married in the Vermont area to partner with her on design for your big day.
Taylor McCarthy
3 years ago
Tara is INCREDIBLE! If you are looking for a wedding or event planner and designer - your search is officially over. From our very first call, Tara helped me hone in on a vision and vibe for our wedding day and rehearsal dinner with her incredible eye and attention to detail. She worked with me for a year to align all of the moving pieces and create a cohesive and beautiful setting at multiple venues. To top it off, Tara is incredibly kind and hilarious - exactly the person you want around on your big day! Thank you Tara!
Emily Cowles
3 years ago
Tara was amazing to work with. She was instrumental in making sure our day went off without a hitch. She talked with our venue and made sure they knew everything that was happening. It truly felt like I didn’t have to worry about anything. Not to mention the amazing flower arrangements and tent decoration. Tara knows so much and letting her run with some of my ideas was the best decision I could have made. Thank you, thank you Tara for helping us have the most amazing day!
River Road Farm
a year ago
Working with Tara Pollio Event Design at River Road Farm is always an absolute pleasure! Tara brings a beautiful blend of creativity, organization, and expertise to every wedding she designs. Her eye for detail and thoughtful, elegant approach ensure that each event is truly unique and tailored to the couple’s vision. Beyond her exceptional planning skills, Tara’s floral and design abilities are nothing short of extraordinary—her arrangements and styling bring a natural yet sophisticated beauty to every space, perfectly complementing the surroundings. She has a way of making the planning process seamless and stress-free, while executing weddings with flawless precision and style. If you’re l...
Reviews from Google. Read all of them on Google.
Getting here
How far is this from home?
Pick the city you and most of your guests will be driving from and we will estimate the trip.
An estimate for planning, not live traffic. Leafy weekends in October always take longer.
For your guests
Lovely places to stay nearby
The Equinox, Manchester
Grand resort with the room count a big guest list needs.
Kimpton Taconic, Manchester
Porch-front rooms in the middle of the village.
The Grafton Inn
A storybook village inn for a smaller group.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Hildene gardens, Manchester
Formal gardens and mountain views behind the Lincoln estate.
Hogback Mountain overlook, Marlboro
The hundred-mile view on Route 9.
Mocha Joe's Cafe, Brattleboro
Downtown roaster beloved by everyone local.
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Editorial note: this profile is based only on the vendor research supplied to New England Celebrations. It is not a paid endorsement, interview, or first-person testimonial. Pricing and availability are on request.