Hi! I’m Kaeli.
I am a born people pleaser, with a huge, wild heart (which I tend to wear on my sleeve). I love romance, big gestures, smiling at strangers, slow-dancing, sleeping in, and just about anything that involves cheese, wine, and quality time with the people I love.
I drive fast, chase the sun, pray on the moon (hence; Luna), and cry every time I watch The Notebook or Titanic - both of which I have seen like a hundred times.
I've been planning dinner parties since before I can remember-- I'd invite my friends over for a "little soiree" (hence, well, Soiree). I was always looking for a reason to bring people together.
I started Luna Soiree Events in 2008, with a genuine enthusiasm, and desire to create wildly successful events with a personal touch. While I have evolved, and grown into a designer that has mastered the art of crafting weddings and events that tell a story through my clients eyes, the intention of my little company is still the same - I'm just a little better at it now, and have a few more tricks up my heart stained sleeve ;-)
In my free time, you might spot me at at Pilates class, grabbing dinner downtown Ann Arbor, attending UM Football or Volleyball games, seeing a show, either with my daughter, or watching her perform on stage, or I'm probably just home, singing along to Lily Allen, The Greatest Showman or Hamilton!
xoxo
Principal Planner + Event Designer
Kaeli Garcia
The team behind Your Soirée!
Our Story
Meet my Family
Hi! My name is Kaytee and I am an Event Coordinator with LSE.
After planning my own wedding in November, I discovered an affinity for event planning and design. My 14 years in the service industry has grown into a passion for hospitality of all forms and I am thrilled to bring that experience to the world of events.
As an Event Coordinator, I helped the team manage every aspect of the event day including installs, decor, ceremonies, transitions and all the behind-the-scenes. I am passionate, have attention to detail and deep caring to each unique event.
I have a BA in Art History from Wayne State University in Detroit and love to draw from my knowledge and eye for aesthetics as inspiration. Art has always played an important role in my life. Sidenote: I once made an animation for a fan contest to be on my favorite show Arrested Development. The prize was a trip to California to be an extra in the show. (I won!)
Event coordinator
Kaytee Wildner
Hi! My name is Micayla, and I am a project manager with Luna Soiree Events. I have been part of the team since 2017!
I started with the company as a summer intern, shadowing on event days and learning about the wedding planning process.
For the next 2 years, I became involved with every aspect of the planning journey with our LSE couples from initial consultations to their big day with my role as an Associate Event Planner.
In 2019, I re-located to Austin, TX and provide LSE with project management support remotely from my new home in the Lone Star state. And when I'm lucky, I spring on every chance to help with events while I'm back in Michigan.
I am a graduate of the University of Michigan (Go Blue!), dog mama to a sweet girl named Maizey, love thrift shopping, exploring the Texas outdoors, and crocheting in my free time.
PROJECT MANAGER
Micayla McMurray
Libbie has been with the Luna Soiree Events team since it’s inception in 2008. As a friend and colleague of Kaeli’s, she helped curate some of the initial concepts of the business, and assisted on event days, once LS began to grow. Now, she brings over 10 years of event experience, an upbeat and positive attitude, and a easy-going, yet confident approach to our events!
Libbie is a Registered Dietitian with Aramark at Michigan Medicine, in Ann Arbor. She has called Ann Arbor home most of her life, apart from undergrad at Albion College and brief move to San Francisco.
She returned to school in and completed her Master of Science in Dietetics. While in school, she continued to be a vital member of the Luna Soiree team, got involved EPIC races, and even started a personal style consulting business-- all of which she continues to do, as time allows.
Lead Event Coordinator
Libbie Bollinger
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others;
For beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness;
and for poise, walk with the knowledge that
you are never alone"
- Audrey Hepburn
My daughter, Elena Vienne, is the brightest light in my life. She came into this world with kindness in her heart, and the kind of compassion, sweetness and joy that a mother could only wish for. She has grown up with a fierce determination to succeed, and a desire to share love and light with everyone around her. She is talented beyond measure and hearing her sing, is one of my greatest joys. Elena is a junior in high school, loves musical theater, and challenges me everyday to be a better mother, friend, and human.
Photo Credit: Rachel Smaller Photography.
Me and My Girl
Karl and I have been together for 7 years. He loves me when I'm unloveable, and is my anchor through windy sails. We own a home together in Ann Arbor, MI, and have committed our lives to one another--but, guess what?! We aren't married! LOL! We are both full time parents to our kids, so between parenting and running our businesses, we just haven't sealed the deal. Maybe one day this wedding planner will be planning her own wedding, but for now, we are just doing this life thing together. Karl is an attorney and has a family practice with his Dad in Ypsilanti, MI.
Photo Credit: Rachel Smaller Photography.
Me and My Guy
This is our crazy blended family. Me and my girl, Elena, and Karl and his two kids, Olivia (16) and Zander (13). Olivia rows crew and plays the oboe, and Zander loves video games and boy scouts. Things are pretty hectic with three teenagers in the house, but somehow we all manage to come out unscathed. We love to take ski trips to northern Michigan, and beach trips to Florida. This picture was taken on a 7 degree day in Downtown Detroit. It was cold, but I was pretty proud of my crew for sticking it out and getting some good family photos.
Photo Credit: Rachel Smaller Photography.
My Crew
This is Lily Rascal Garcia. Elena and I got Lily when she was 7 weeks old, from a family that rescued a pregnant Labrador, and Lily was part of the litter. We really couldn't have asked for a better dog. She has brought so much companionship and love to our home. Lily turned 10 this year, but still loves to play fetch with the Chuck-it! and tennis ball, and wrestle with her stuffed animals.
Photo Credit: Dustin Francis Photography
