Meet Desirée Adams of Verve Event Co.

When it comes to designing elevated wedding experiences in Upstate New York and the Finger Lakes, Desirée Adams of Verve Event Co. brings calm confidence, elegant design, and above-and-beyond client service to the table.

She’s a seasoned wedding planner, podcast host, and business owner based in Rochester, NY. And just like Lavender + Pine, Desirée believes gifting is one of the most powerful ways to build connection and trust with her couples.

“I used to do my own gifting,” Desirée shared. “But the time it takes to source, assemble, and ship everything added up quickly.”

That’s when she decided to outsource her client gifting-to save time and still deliver that wow factor.

Why She Chose Lavender + Pine

Desirée knew she didn’t want to hand off client gifting to just anyone. She wanted a partner who would:

• Understand her brand aesthetic

• Prioritize high-touch, quality gifting

• Execute with consistency and care

She came to us with a clear goal: to create fun, celebratory, and useful welcome gifts that made her couples feel seen and supported.

The gifts needed to reflect her white-glove client experience from the very first interaction-and leave a lasting impression.

The Gift: Branded, Elegant, and Practical

Together, we curated a gift design that aligned with Verve Event Co.’s style and values. Let’s break it down:

The Packaging:

• White two-piece luxury gift box

• Light pink grosgrain ribbon

• Custom branded stationery

• Gift tags by Brittany Lilly Designs

• Delicate floral accents

The Contents:

• A keepsake ring dish

• Two stemless champagne flutes

• A luxurious Roote Fig Tree candle

• Rose petal sugar cubes for a celebratory toast

• Stylish matchbox

Each item was thoughtfully chosen to feel both indulgent and useful-something couples could enjoy together at home or while planning.

The Results: Less Stress, More Impact

Desirée’s custom welcome gifts are now shipped directly to her couples at the beginning of their planning journey—without her lifting a finger.

“I cannot stress how much time, stress, and headaches working with Lavender + Pine has saved me. Now, I can focus on delivering an amazing client experience from the minute a new client works with me until we hug goodbye. I'm able to wow them with a thoughtful gift almost instantly, which is priceless.”
– Desirée Adams, Owner, Verve Event Co.

This is exactly what we aim for-gifting that complements your service and becomes part of the client journey, not just an afterthought.

Why Gifting Works for Luxury Wedding Planners

Thoughtful welcome gifts go beyond the items in the box. For wedding professionals like Desirée, they help:

• Establish trust early on

• Reinforce your attention to detail

• Create a branded moment of surprise and delight

• Elevate your client experience

And most importantly? It’s sustainable. You can scale your gifting without sacrificing quality or personalization.

Want to Uplevel Your Client Gifting?

If you're a planner, photographer, or creative service provider looking to streamline gifting while keeping it elevated and on-brand-we’ve got you.

Our custom gifting services are designed to take everything off your plate-from design to delivery-so you can stay focused on what you do best.