Ariana Dalezman has been living her passion as an event planner for the past five years, specializing in weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, brissim, sheva brachot and corporate events. Organization and creativity, the skills most needed for successful event planning, are her strengths. She considers herself incredibly lucky to do what she loves every day. Her love and passion for her work shows in every event she works on, which is why she was named a 2024 “Best of” A-List event planner by The Jewish Link.
Dalezman’s journey into event planning was organic—people always came to her for advice when they were having a party, and she was more than happy to help. As the former director of operations and events at Congregation Ahavath Torah, she helped people who were hosting events there. Dalezman would take prospective clients for a tour and was soon giving them suggestions for using the space in the best way, and recommending creative ideas for their event. It was then that she decided event planning was her forte and she started her own business, “A Dazzled Event.” She already had an in-depth knowledge of venues and a strong network of vendors. Through word of mouth, she quickly became a trusted name in the event planning industry.
Creativity is Dalezman’s superpower to make every event unique. Social media gives people lots of ideas, but they also want to make sure their event is different. No one wants a cookie-cutter celebration, and that is where Dalezman shines. She listens and takes directions from clients while knowing how to add the right touches to make every event stand out. A beautiful plan is only as good as how it is implemented, and she manages the countless details involved in all of her events, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. Her experience and natural organizational skills allow her to anticipate challenges and execute events smoothly.
For bar and bat mitzvah parties, she incorporates personalized elements such as colors, logos and activities to make each celebration distinct. She balances all the elements such as DJs, swag and entertainment. Some families opt for one item of swag, while others create entire branded storefronts with multiple giveaway items. Dalezman likes to focus on interesting activities to keep children entertained throughout the event, so they don’t resort to scrolling through their phones instead of engaging with each other.
Weddings require a different approach—with multiple families involved, she balances everyone’s needs to ensure a harmonious experience, with clockwork logistics and attention to detail. Her goal is to manage all the behind-the-scenes tasks so the couple and their families have a stress-free experience and can truly enjoy their own celebrations. That means everything from designing the look of the room with gorgeous centerpieces to making sure all of the logistical pieces are put together appropriately.
People call Dalezman at all stages of the process. Her goal is to help every client bring their vision to life. She offers multiple packages from full-service planning to ‘day-of’ coordination: There is a package that is right for everyone. She gets calls from newly engaged couples who want their wedding in just six months, parents who just put their child’s bar/bat mitzvah date on the school calendar two years out, and everything in between. Whatever your time frame, Dalezman makes your event a beautiful, well-planned success.
One of Dalezman’s biggest strengths is stretching a budget to ensure that every event looks as high-end as the next, with no sacrificing of quality and style. She works closely with clients to align their vision with vendors that match their price points, and makes recommendations based on quality and affordability, ensuring that clients receive exceptional service without exceeding their budgets.
One of the services she provides is ‘day-of’ coordination for weddings. Wedding days are long and filled with moving parts—from ensuring the bride arrives at the bedeken on time to coordinating the band, kitchen and photographer. She tells families that a dedicated ‘day-of’ event wedding coordinator will enable them to focus on enjoying their special day without the stress of logistics.
Event trends are constantly shifting, so Dalezman stays on top of what is popular. Color schemes for weddings are evolving. Last year, green was a favorite. This year purples, pastels and metallics are making a strong comeback. Event cuisine is pretty standard but desserts can get creative. While plated meals remain a wedding staple, some couples opt for interactive food stations that provide an artistic and memorable dining experience.
Event planning is more than just a job for Dalezman—it is her passion and calling. “Every event is an opportunity for me to bring joy, creativity and flawless execution together,” she said. She thrives on making her clients’ visions come to life in a way that is as beautiful, stress-free and enjoyable as possible. “It’s a privilege to do what I love every day, and I look forward to continuing to create unforgettable moments for my clients.”
Follow Ariana Dalezman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adazzledevent. To discuss your upcoming event, contact her at 201/446-9676 or email:
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