where we come from and a few of our favorite things
WHo we are
Lauren, a true Michigan native has immersed herself in the event industry since her teenage years. With a natural inclination for organization and detail, she's always been a planner at heart. After earning her degree in psychology, Lauren pursued her passion further by taking classes at the New York Institute of Art and Design for event and wedding planning. This paved the way for her dream journey of founding Detroit Social Co. Over the span of 16 years, Lauren has honed her expertise, mastering the intricacies of event planning. Her creative mind is ever-active, always contemplating how to transform a space. With genuine love for the industry, Lauren pours her heart into everything she does.
When not immersed in planning, you'll find her enjoying reading, traveling, or savoring a charcuterie board with a mojito mocktail!
Lauren Postma
We are your dedicated planner and design team, deeply committed to crafting memorable events of all kinds. Offering an elevated and unique experience, our expertise allows us to masterfully plan and execute events tailored to you, each with a story to tell
Simply, we're detail-oriented artists
here to curate unique experiences.
We are lo & co.
Owner & Creative visionary
Anabel a heart full of gold, known for her kind and outgoing nature. Effortlessly connects with people making them feel valued and understood. With a keen eye for detail Anabel ensures that every aspect of your special day is flawlessly executed. And nothing gets overlooked. Her genuine passion for creating connections leaving couples feeling understood and valued. Beyond her love for weddings she finds solace in the company of family and friends cherishing life's little moments. While being a dance instructor Anabel’s love for dance infuses energy into everything she does.
Anabel Sweeny
Since a young girl, Abby has always had passion to bring people together. She is kind, outgoing and seeks to be present with the people she’s interacting with. She graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management with an emphasis in Meeting and Event Management. After dipping her toes in the worlds of corporate, non-profit and live music, she found her new passion of wedding management after planning her own wedding in 2021. Abby is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for her clients and bringing joy to every event. She thrives under pressure and is keenly aware of needs before they arise. When not executing a wedding timeline, she spends time on walks with her husband and three kids, eating copious amounts of ice cream, and dominating family game nights.
Abby Mahaffy
Coordinating assistant
Lead Planner
We meticulously design and create each event to be uniquely its own, paying careful attention to every little detail
Flawless designs tailored to you
We collaborate with the finest vendors, who share our passion for innovative and thoughtful design.
Elite partnerships
Setting the standard high, we provide our clients with direct contact and a concierge-style, personalized service.
Priority Access
Step back from the stress and chaos, and let us bring your vision to life!
Pleasurable Experience
