Event Planner Breaks Down Luxury Party Scenes from Movies | GQ

[@HaganoaMurakami]

This lady NEEDS to write a book about her job srsly

[@ayanomar1408]

Agree! I enjoyed this video so much

[@annickbedford4275]

She has an event academy

[@jazzyj904]

Look up KarleenRoy on IG and TheVanityGroup

[@dirkdiggler.]

Ya but youd miss all her hands gestures

[@karleenroy6943]

THANK YOU! Everyone says I need to write a book...one day Imma get to it! ;) xx

[@amandathompson6327]

I love her, she’s like “make sure you get...” like one day we’ll throw our own luxury parties 😂 like I can barely afford dinner😭

[@beslanderin5229]

"This one would only be about $750,000" I barely spent 1% of that on my wedding. My birthday cake this year cost closer to $7.50, never mind $750,000 🤣

[@Pandas80888]

You never know

[@oliviakehoe2830]

She believes in us 😭😭

[@getgot3461]

@@oliviakehoe2830 bold of you to assume she's talking to us lmao, we not even the target audience 💀

[@amandalouie13]

I like to think she's talking to the aspiring party planners, not the aspiring party goers.

[@Caitecakess]

Pleaseeee have her do a break down of how she would have saved “failed events” like fyre fest!!

[@katiejackson8720]

YES

[@ShannaBonna__]

Omg yesss lol

[@justkayla5213]

That would be so interesting to watch

[@Micahlee_19]

would DEFINITELY watch that

[@lauradelta8060]

Yessss

[@Angela-xe1gz]

Who just wants her to tell the craziest things she’s seen? 👀

[@bohemianbae]

_raises hand_ 🙋🏾‍♀️ ME! (...but you know those NDAs must be iron clad strong, lol!)!

[@MonicaDG]

Lol yeah she will never be able I to tell bc of those nda

[@onixtheone]

She wants to keep her job and clients, if she hasn’t told the stories, we may never hear them

[@jukle89]

NDIS for emma

[@Rithvik-we9gg]

@@MonicaDG nda wont matter as long as she doesnt mention their name or any other details like that

[@D_clarity]

I believe whole-heartedly, she could have single-handedly saved the Fyre Festival and Tanacon in her sleep.

[@fashionchoco]

Best comment hahaha

[@daughterofyah6209]

Lmfaoo she definitely could have but they were being cheap! 🤣🤣🤣

[@karleenroy6943]

mannnnn!!! You aint said nothing but a word! We always joke about Fyre Festival in the office lol

[@destrya]

I believe it

[@nathanriver1556]

For a fee.

[@warrenlwolfe]

ok I think I get it now.. Event Planning = the most stressful and detail oriented job to allow other people to have a good time

[@EthanRom]

Anything logistics related is a curse. The more moving parts, the more headache

[@insomniaatit4320]

it's hella WEIRD how most of us will never acknowledge each other's existence, for example, if you're reading this, this is probably the first and last time you'll see THIS kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqSVe2eFp857fJo

[@warrenlwolfe]

@@calibreezi5179 idk what you mean by that line but you should invest in a better mixing engineer for your music.

[@ImekaSF]

As an event planner, I 100% agree with this statement.

[@tomcat3699]

Tom hides ready for the challenge Wait for me on New Year's Eve

[@TheWalz15]

Things Hollywood gets right: Throwing lavish parties. Things Hollywood gets wrong: regular jobs

[@kavyapalepu7688]

This is an underrated comment lmao

[@KuroibaraKitty]

That’s because they actually have experience attending/hosting lavish parties but they have zero experience with regular jobs

[@missmoxie9188]

You win the comments

[@jessicaaye3738]

😂

[@luvcannoli]

idk who needs this but 0:29 - Crazy Rich Asians (2018) 7:30 - The Great Gatsby (2013) 13:23 - Step Brothers (2008) 20:00 - Ocean's 8 (2018) 27:09 - Spectre (2015) 33:33 - Meet Joe Black (1998)

[@anonymouspotato3453]

Thank you /so much/

[@kathryncampion2877]

THANK YOU

[@dualfluidreactor]

Too Bad no project X

[@agentice7718]

@@dualfluidreactor I wish you didn't commented this because now I'm sad that she didn't do it

[@heyahowareyou5971]

I did, thank you ❤️❤️

[@davidestrada4942]

You can tell the producers of this video thought this was going to be the usual 15-20 minute video but as they heard her talk so engagingly about lavish excess, they had to add more in.

[@karleenroy6943]

You are right cuz I was going on and on! LOL

[@Rashida_S]

@@karleenroy6943 You were brilliant Karleen! You definitely came across as someone who has got it handled and also like you are consulting us on how to best use our imaginary hundreds of thousands.

[@Missmethinksalot1]

Omg I just realized it was 40 minutes??? They flew by

[@rodrigodias4328]

Just realised it

[@katerinaadriah]

@@karleenroy6943 You were fantastic in this breakdown! I really enjoyed how informative you were and how clearly into your job you are! If you did KZbin videos about aspects of your job or breaking down more movie scenes, I’d sub in a heartbeat!

[@DeboraManusama]

She needs her own reality show!!! I gotta see all these parties she’s planning!!!

[@yoongs3878]

"Non disclosure agreements"

[@redhidinghood9337]

Omg yess

[@madeleinedavis5937]

Yaaaaasss

[@tarneenonus-williams8409]

Yesss pls

[@Arguing.With.Idiots.]

That would just make me wanna riot if I'll see real life 1% of the people wasting money. On the other hand, It's a good idea if you wanna fuel the public anger during these times...

[@jacksongereau160]

She really just gave everyone a free Masterclass on event planning. Ok Karleen

[@dotiworldwide]

can we have her back to review real life events that turned out terrible? like tanacon, tumblrcon, fyre fest ect

[@cynzix]

Dashcon and Rainfurrest as well

[@AlexaBellaMuerte]

Yass

[@capuchinosofia4771]

....and furrycon lmao

[@stuflames4769]

That would be epic.

[@ananas22anne]

other break downs "this is unrealistic" this breakdown "this is 100000$"

Money makes everything possible 😄

[@Gaspar314]

Pretty likely those movie sets were organised by event planners themselves.

[@momokyuu69]

That’s because rich people can make the unrealistic possible what with the exploitation of the lower and middle class and the hoarde of wealth kept to the wealthy

[@TheBellvue94]

"This looks crazy but actually..."

[@redhidinghood9337]

I swear.. This episode was so refreshing and the girl knows her jobs well and has a good personality

[@Bitaneul]

Please please invite her back for a part two. I love this woman’s attitude.

[@karleenroy6943]

Y'all making me blush!!! :)

[@kyuubipie8279]

@@karleenroy6943 you should do a video of you reacting to Fyre Festival or Tanacon! I subscribed hoping you may do videos one day :)

[@Floruisse]

@@kyuubipie8279 yes yes yes, Karleen! You're such a joy to watch, would love to see you do that hahaaa

[@gucci2468]

@@kyuubipie8279 YES! Would love to see this as well!

[@ti4383]

@@karleenroy6943 can I put pls react to fyre fest !!!

[@mac4951]

Me: *hearing millions thrown around* Her: “This event probably cost $50,000.” Me: “Oh, that’s reasonable.”

[@sexyrat8693]

frrr

[@michaelheliotis5279]

*Every other expert breaking down movie scenes:* "No, no, no, that's not at all how it happens irl. 100% OTT." *Karleen, an event planner:* "Yeah this is 95% accurate, but you're not gonna believe how much goes into actually making this happen. Or how much it costs. For the venue alone. The catering is twice that." *Me, a humble viewer:* "Wow, looks like event planners have way more fun than astronauts and secret service agents."

[@ezequielgaitan2181]

Goes to show what Hollywood actually has experience with...

[@KD-ou2np]

@@ezequielgaitan2181 well.. its hollywood.. entertainment is kind of the whole thing

[@littlebumgorf]

In terms of how fun an event planner job is, there are lots of vendors to coordinate and they can fall through last-minute. Honestly it is very stressful. Or, fun if you’re the type of person to like that

[@tater8251]

@@ezequielgaitan2181 Do you expect Hollywood to have experience with being in outer space or being federal agents lmao?

[@tomgann9383]

I worked in catering high cost events. If it was stressful for me, I can’t imagine how stressful it must be for someone managing everything. It’s honestly only “fun” for the great and good people who get to attend these types of events. But let’s be real, it’s just the wealthy showing off to inflate their egos. Haves and have-nots.

[@ioannabechlivanidi2761]

Bring this lady BACK! She's clever, spot-on and funny!

[@karleenroy6943]

Thank you! 💫💫💫

[@belleomalley1022]

Agree!!

[@kyuubipie8279]

I want her to react to Fyre Festival and Tanacon!! Lol

[@francesca-selfproclaimed-bleep]

@@kyuubipie8279 And disaster party movies like Project X, Bridesmaids, and A Bad Moms Christmas.

[@ach4049]

@@karleenroy6943 is that you?

[@lui__v]

I really liked this break down. Lot of people don’t know this woman is a real seasoned professional. She gave a lot of really good insight in event planning. Definitely one of the best break downs I’ve seen for anyone wanted to enjoy understanding the background or people thinking about becoming event planners.

[@calibreezi5179]

Yea yea yea. But what that mouth do? kzbin.info/www/bejne/homXY5Jve5uGbbM 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@platystrophia]

Everything she said about arranging the ship party was spot on.

[@insomniaatit4320]

it's hella WEIRD how most of us will never acknowledge each other's existence, for example, if you're reading this, this is probably the first and last time you'll see THIS kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqSVe2eFp857fJo

[@karleenroy6943]

Luis....u made my day w this comment!! I'm thankful to GQ for the opportunity. Thank you and Happy New Year!

[@karleenroy6943]

@@platystrophia Thank you...I've had my fair share of boat events so I've learned a few tricks over the years ;) 🚢

[@CarFreeG]

Give this lady the vaccine distribution planning.

[@glassbottle15]

Omg YES! 🙌🏾

[@jukle89]

Check yourself

[@Polin-dx5ru]

For those wondering the main physical difference between a tux and a suit is that tuxedos have satin details-satin-faced lapels, satin buttons and a satin side-stripe down the pant leg-suits do not. Modern tuxedos often limit the use of satin to a thin trim on the lapels and a skinny stripe down the pant leg, but this is still considered a tuxedo. On a suit, the jacket, lapel and pants all consist of the same material. Instead of satin buttons, a suit will usually have bone, plastic or fabric-covered buttons. Accessories~ Classic tuxedo accessories include a cummerbund, waistcoat, suspenders and a self-tied bowtie. However, these days, many men opt for less formal accessories. Long ties and high-stance vests are now acceptable to wear with tuxedos, depending on your personal style and how formal you want to look. Suits are more versatile than tuxes and can be dressed up or down, depending on the accessories, and can be worn with or without a vest. They also look great with both bowties and long ties. Shirt style~ Tuxedos are worn with white shirts that have either a wing collar or a turndown collar. Suits can be worn with a variety of dress shirts, in a solid color or pattern. Shoes~ Black patent shoes are usually worn with tuxedos. Loafers, oxfords or slip-on shoes are acceptable to wear with suits. Events~ Tuxedos are reserved for evening events only, and for formal occasions like black-tie weddings, charity galas and nights at the opera. Suits are appropriate for any time of day, and can be worn at less casual events like business meetings and dates.

[@Liusila]

I don’t understand why all the advice for black tie is for men. They have uniforms for everything that barely differ. Womenswear is so much trickier with an insane variety of fabrics, cuts, colours, lengths, not to mention footwear and accessories. How are women supposed to know what to wear - what’s appropriate, what’s good, what’s applauded, and what’s embarrassing?

[@conradkai9705]

“The insurance is minimum cost, maybe a few thousand dollars” Aight boys, looks like we’re going to Chuck E. Cheese again

[@heyryanisonx3141]

Me and the boys: 🐀🍕🐁🍕🐀🍕🐁

[@juannitaa6765]

@@heyryanisonx3141 squeak 🐀🐀

[@ChikiD]

When she said that i did my “wtf few thousands” im thinking something less then a thousand..

[@lindaramirez1852]

They closing down you can even go there

[@scooterlovya]

Bahaaha

[@soyothedanny]

If Great Gatsby cost only $5M, I cannot even imagine how that $25M party she did looks like

[@tais1355]

the budget on Gatsby was $105M...

[@soyothedanny]

@@tais1355 well she is talking about throwing one party

[@iheartanime169]

@@tais1355 for just the party or the whole movie?? That’s crazy tho

[@tais1355]

@@iheartanime169 Wikipedia and IMDb say the budget for the whole film was 105M, which is actually pretty amazing considering the cost of the talent. the actors probably all took union pay bc it was a passion project. that said, it’s still a phenomenal spectacle for such a (relatively) small budget

[@daniellasanchez5830]

@@tais1355 she is referring to if she planned this party in real life. It would cost $5 to plan a gatsby party like this.

[@bonsey4088]

"There's a difference between black tie and formal... formal is a suit and black tie is a tuxedo!" Me: ah ah okay... wait whats the difference between a suit and a tuxedo

[@MacTechG4]

Nothing, both are uncomfortable conformist crap clothing designed to impress shallow idiots and other morons.

[@matxalenc8410]

Tuxedos have satin details.

[@03jkeeley]

@@MacTechG4 😂 harsh but fair

[@MacTechG4]

@@03jkeeley what can I say, I’m a casual clothing guy that loathes any form of neckwear, and when you break it down to the basics, tuxedos and suits in general serve no *FUNCTIONAL* purpose, it’s useless cosmetic frippery/embellishment for the sake of cosmetics. It’s useless cosmetic preening.

[@RebeccaAndreaDixon]

@@matxalenc8410 thankyou😂🤙 I was curious, I thought it was the like tail thingy

[@nopetheworld977]

Love how chill she is for all the stress her job gives.

[@Lovable_Stray]

That’s also part of her job. If your event planner looks like they’re in a panic because something went wrong, you wouldn’t trust them to plan another event for you ever. Maintaining calm under stress is a necessity as someone who is the lead person ensuring everything runs smoothly

[@elxptr_]

Her as soon as the video started: "There is a clear difference between a black-tie and formal..." Writers: "Write it down, write it *down* !!!"

[@HaloHighlightz]

Literally me 😂

[@Vanessa-pf6eu]

Lmao me

[@shamayitachatterjee1604]

I feel called out..😅

[@victoriashevlin8587]

I've literally had to explain this to people irl. It's odd to me for that even to be necessary. It's the same with the difference between Afternoon Tea and High Tea. I grew up knowing this so it's mind boggling to me when people dont know it.

[@elxptr_]

@@victoriashevlin8587 yeah well, not everyone grows up with that culture/tradition in their family. Also, this is a very western tradition so an Asian like me wouldn't have the obligation to understand the difference between the two parties or the two tea times. However, if your context is in "Yeah, it's mind boggling to me how big companies who make movies for millions of people don't understand the difference!", then yeah, I agree with you. There's this thing called "research" and they should've done their homework before writing the story plot.

[@wonhunny179]

When she said "this kind of boat is a little but more affordable than a private yacht" I cried in poor

[@janettetye6124]

That party scene was shot in a carpark if that makes you feel better

[@5tr4nge75]

She was also wrong. You'd have to pay for EVERY container that ship didn't carry, and each of those would probably be about the cost of a private yacht rental for the party.

[@lachicadeldiablo20]

@@5tr4nge75renting some shipping containers isn't super expensive

[@5tr4nge75]

@@lachicadeldiablo20 Each container's SHIPPING, because that's what we're talking about here, given it's a container SHIP, is on the low end £18000. You're not paying to rent the containers, you're paying the shipping company to not carry them, so you'd have to pay more than that, for each, and every, container.

[@povtyrol6109]

@@5tr4nge75 agree, a container ship is more expensive by orders of magnitude because of the oppurtunity costs of the lender.

[@AwPheebs]

I would watch a Netflix show about her planning events

[@imageez]

I love how she's prepared for party crashers, "party girls", time limits, bad musicians, diy ice rig in the dessert, but ice slides is a NOPE.

[@marialindell9874]

299 likes

[@chocmilkshake24]

It’s a safety hazard!

[@xandergarcia6757]

Nodding my head and listening to her “advice” as if ANY of this is in the realm of possibility for me. 😂😂😂

[@shenanitims4006]

Exactly. It’s like, “Wow, good to... and utterly pointless know. But fascinating nonetheless!”

[@siphosethujim8470]

yup! 😂 but these ideas around event planning and hosting are so wonderful to know

[@karleenroy6943]

U never know LOL 🤪

[@sams517]

@@karleenroy6943 how’d you get into event planning exactly?

[@cutebutpsycho76]

@@karleenroy6943 for me this is educational in the details you need to know to pull off a great event. I may do hot dog parties with red solo cups but I've learned to remember other details, like lighting.

[@anniegoodridge7941]

I saw in the comments that she teaches a class on event planning for her group and I see why. She really analyzes and reflects on everything she does in her job and that’s why I know she has a gift for this. Her commission better be HIGH!!!!!

[@karleenroy6943]

Thank you Annie...that's such a compliment!!

[@josue804]

@@karleenroy6943 Late to party but your dedication to what you do is inspiring! You're awesome!

[@amelianagle1030]

I love this woman. I’ve never felt poorer but she was so intelligent. I would love to hear more of her experiences.

[@jessicarada503]

Gatsby's house is actually a private college in Sydney, Australia that teaches event management

[@tinnymild7514]

Wait really!!!! I thought that was Sydney that's so weird !

[@ludgatecircus15]

Yep, she ought to reach this stuff. It's easy.

[@RebeccaAndreaDixon]

@@tinnymild7514 what do u mean??

[@pattieboyd1693]

Why is no one talking about her hair. It is stunning!

[@sarroumarbeu6810]

YES

[@katerinaadriah]

Right??

[@paperheartzz]

Totally agree! and she’s so knowledgeable about prices for parties, I’m like... “but how much you think she can pay for her hair to be at the parties she’s done?”. Like is that a thing? Like having your own tux?

[@romantic_hippie]

Cus no one cares

[@user-us7py1cy2k]

👏🏾

[@TheLoserface45]

Her remark at the end “there was nothing I haven’t experienced”. Like wow, people really do live different lives huh

[@mauia88]

She plans events and attends them. Of course she’s going to experience the lot in a short time.

[@ludgatecircus15]

It is BS. She is in a name-dropping industry and it lends itself to her overrated BS.

[@duzins]

I worked at Yahoo and we had parties similar to the Office Party one, I mean they were sedate but we had hookah rooms, ice skating in a corner, open bar(s), and a vibe like the Gatsby party. Of course, stupid, out of control spending is one reason why we don’t exist anymore LOL

[@CreatrixTiara]

Idea for future Karleen video: how to provide a similar *experience* on smaller budgets. Like, how do you capture the same kind of vibes (fancy artsy like the Met Gala, high intensity like Crazy Rich Asians, etc) on a more realistic budget?

[@failedGraphics]

The cheapest party in this video was $200,000, and that was the boring wine party. Theres no such thing as a “more realistic budget” when i comes to things like this. You either have the money to throw a “real” party or your just having a kickback. There is no in between.

[@VHale-yz7hc]

You don’t lol

[@kalki3060]

good music and activities that are in the vibe you are going for? and invite people that give off that vibe, like dont invite your loud and annoying coworker to your met gala recreation 😂

[@nyalan8385]

There is definitely a cheaper way: take your friends and go to a party someone else is hosting

[@jgzaz]

This woman is VERY good at her job.

[@karleenroy6943]

Thank you! I love what I do! Even when I'm stressed out! ha! 🤪

[@peachylady]

@@karleenroy6943 How did you get into this profession?

[@desiree7633]

ikr it got me considering it for a few minutes

[@tanyan142]

I mean 30 days for that first party? Insane

[@mauia88]

@@tanyan142 30 is a godsend, remember? More like 14 days.

[@cthegirlsgirl8338]

Ah yes, security, helipads, chick-wranglers, generators- I’m glad I was taking notes for my next backyard bbq

[@firebrandsgirl]

Not finger nail polish on my rug. HAHAHAH

[@ginao6810]

Make sure you got those NDAs ready for your Aunties

[@canaisyoung3601]

That's a bit excessive for a family reunion, but, hey, you do you.

[@threatenedangles]

@@canaisyoung3601 family reunions are nightmares 💀

[@deusdragonex]

She used the term "Chick Wrangler" and no one is talking about this. That cracked me up.

[@ask230]

💯

[@FlipNuggies]

I need her to be on a show where they take us on crazy event planning journeys.... like super sweet sixteen back in the day hahaha

[@firebrandsgirl]

O;hhh real no Made up stuff

[@SL-lz9jr]

That sounds so stressful to have a camera following you around in the melee. But I like hearing more about the behind the scenes reality to making events happen

[@alyssamarksz9745]

halfway through i was really thinking “oh, only $25,000?”

[@kyokitty16]

Right lol

[@diablomom]

Yup! Hahaha!

[@zisforziggens]

Hahah fr. She makes it sound like change for the meter

[@justocean2197]

I think its because she does parties for focking elites make that type of money looks like chump change

[@Charlzton]

This woman is so charismatic and enjoyable to watch at the same time as being super on point with details and professional knowledge! Get her back for more videos pls

[@karleenroy6943]

Thank you Charlie! U better let GQ know LOL! Much love! xx

[@beththingineverhad]

If we put Karleen in charge of the COVID vaccine we'd all be back to normal by March

[@Shika4eva]

This was 40 minutes and I was entertained the whole time. She really knows what she's talking about that it's so interesting. Love ther.

[@triciamckinnon]

She’s like the Olivia Pope of event planning. It’s handled.

[@karleenroy6943]

THAT'S THE ONE!!! 🎯

[@LucielStarz123]

Yes 🙌🏻

[@MaresBarres]

I would watch that show.

[@prettygirlpandora]

Yes! I stan for her.

[@WellDamn24]

That would be a great Shonda Rimes show!

[@mikecolts21]

She’s down to earth like us talking about rich people stuff lol

[@insomniaatit4320]

it's hella WEIRD how most of us will never acknowledge each other's existence, for example, if you're reading this, this is probably the first and last time you'll see THIS kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqSVe2eFp857fJo

[@karleenroy6943]

I can relate! 🤪

[@evelinapushkash6827]

@@insomniaatit4320 no one will open your link, give up

[@caitie226]

I need a whole video explaining dress codes. I don't even know the difference between a suit and a tuxedo. And please bring Karleen back- she's awesome!

[@SamGiles]

This person freaking RADIATES good vibes. You just know her parties would be epic.

[@wickedphant0m]

I want her to teach me literally everything she knows. It's incredible how calmly she can dissect all the components that make up the lavish spectacles and see through the chaos. She is obviously VERY good at her job.

[@NathanCassidy721]

Agreed. She’s the kind of person I’d love to apprentice under.

[@peacelove6356]

Check out the description. She has an elearning website!

[@leeprocter7549]

I’m about to tender my resignation so I can intern with her!

[@marialindell9874]

799 likes

[@annisaistiqomah2377]

I'm studying event management and I listen to her talks like she is my lecturer

[@firestorm165]

I've got a feeling you'll do very well for yourself

[@jazzyj904]

Head to get IG: KarleenRoy she's l believe she's launching an event academy. Also, she's always talking about business, life, and everything in between. I follow her just because she's THAT woman lol

[@annisaistiqomah2377]

@@firestorm165 I hope you will too, thank you!

[@annisaistiqomah2377]

@@jazzyj904 yepp I just follow her on IG and she's really an inspiring person

[@karleenroy6943]

I *CAN* be your lecturer! Sign up for my Event Starter Kit course at TVGEVENTACADEMY.COM where you'll learn our go-to method for producing all our events at The Vanity Group. I'll be your most entertaining yet informative professor yet!

[@12345678abracadabra]

Me as a party planner: trader Joe's meat and cheese platter tray

[@christina6335]

I can't believe GQ was able to secure this with THE Karleen!!! Incredible to watch, wow. Magnificent!

[@mollyrose9752]

this women should have planned the UK vaccine rollout

[@firebrandsgirl]

We would have been cured by now.

[@AB-df2vv]

Yes

[@SL-lz9jr]

No, the US!!!!!!! lol Help us!

[@angieboba7900]

@@SL-lz9jr the fact that we don't even want help😭😬

[@angieboba7900]

@@SL-lz9jr the fact that we don't even want help😭😬

[@nothankyou663]

Her: “It’s minimal cost” Me: 😏 *Then says it’s only a few thousand dollars* Me:🥲

[@aparnakolli7188]

No comments

[@glacialghost5041]

She’s got such a breadth of knowledge in various subjects relating to party throwing. Little bit of knowledge on helicopter prices here, little bit of knowledge on firework procedure there, etc.

[@albasanchez6014]

I love her vibe. I could hangout and listen to her stories all night. She never mentioned how much it costs to hire a party planner and I bet she is not cheap.

[@rocksgio]

I could listen to her talk about this for hours. It's rad to see people who are super skilled at jobs you maybe don't hear about all the time

[@maanuutjj]

As a fellow event planner (definitely not as experienced as her), I liked this breakdown a lot ! Also very educational

[@kylefastenau7884]

My mom just celebrated her 50th birthday with the best party I’ve ever been to. It was just at the neighborhood amenity center but she rented out a poker, blackjack, and roulette table, and my stepdad and I bought an arcade machine. During the party my friend and I played the roulette table the whole time and we left with $150,900 (everyone started with $20k each). Shame it wasn’t real money as we are just 15 but the feeling of having triple the money some adults earned at the party was awesome.

[@quimenga]

I love love loveeee how they break this down, including all the nuances to consider in diff situations!!! Like lighting transitions, pre-prod loading time, security line item, waivers, overstaffing for valets, etc etc! I really appreciate how many details were highlighted, articulated, and included- it's an underrated art, how to plan a great event!

[@shameonyou1681]

Men having to hire hot girls to attend their parties is literally so funny to me like okay dweebs

[@doll_dress_swap1269]

Dweebs with money. 🤣🤣🤣

[@kardelen3504]

kjdsfhskh this made me scream

[@Prof.SeverusSnape]

It's so...sad? Like-

[@palomac7041]

Ohhh booo hoo they’re so lame with all their money and hot women around them. 🤣

[@jude_759]

@@palomac7041 hot women that were payed to be there lol

[@GoCrazyBaby3]

A stadium ring in the middle of the desert for a private concert?? That really how y’all rich folk livin?? It blows my mind, that only happens in movie in my mind. Wow

[@karleenroy6943]

Real life "rich people problems" lol I know first hand.

[@lindsaymorrison7519]

I mean there are some people so rich movies can't even actually afford what they do 🤣

[@artemis7093]

They could end hunger, and that's what they do... My heart just aches... That's why we all should support Mr. Beast...

[@bridgetkane2856]

@@artemis7093 I mean Mr. Beast could do a lot more. A lot of his “challenges” are giving useless things to people. It is better than nothing, but he is still rich and could be doing a lot more.

[@artemis7093]

@@bridgetkane2856 yeah, definitely....

[@megshimizu]

I can't believe I just finished and enjoyed a 40 minute video randomly recommended by KZbin. This woman is very knowledgeable and engaging, you really want to listen to everything especially when she breaks down everything that happens and also shares her own experiences. I'm just so amazed

[@OfTheUnseen]

“Just like an apartment broker” I have no idea what that is...

[@fernanda5487]

I wish she'd done the wedding in crazy rich asians, i always wondered how they did the water on the floor 🥺🥺 I loved hearing her talk!

[@kimberlyl3727]

Yes thats what I wanted to see ! That and the reception -- I just want to know how much it is to rent out marina bay sands like that

[@WickedPhase]

Wedding planners and event planners specialize in different things, gq would need to find a wedding planner for that

[@parissinclair6513]

Honestly a film production designer would have more to say on how they did that! A lot of times things like that are constructed differently for film than they would be at an actual wedding.

[@moustik31]

The wedding and the Flower Blooming Party. I love this one.

[@cynthianove8359]

@@kimberlyl3727 ⁰

[@kaylokickszit17]

Our good Sis Karleen came through with tea, realistic price points, jokes, and a really informative explanation for everything. I love her vibe and she's a boss, especially since she survived working for Diddy! I still can't believe this is a 40min clip. The time flew with her personality! 10s across the board! Bring her back on GQ.

[@jewels8942]

I can't get over how ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC Karleen's hair looks in the vid. She talented, smart, and FABULOUS. WERK IT GURRRL

[@hamporpabor859]

She said the Great Gatsby fireworks cost $15,000 to $25,000 like it was just the total of a midweek grocery shopping 😂

[@melovil]

"Before I became an event planner and worked with Diddy...." --- casual flex.

[@bernadettejohnstone4529]

Yup She also name drops Offset 💪and Quavo💪 She seems to know her stuff tho lol

[@NinetyTwoElite]

I think she just building credibility and explaining her experience.

[@destrya]

Her checklist for events must be MASSIVE, there's so much to think about; the budget, security, damages, food, music, lighting, guest list, dress code, transportation, venue. Im literally exhausted just watching 😩 I had no idea

[@zhummies]

The bit about clients wanting things now regardless of timeline and restrictions is so SO REAL. 30 days is truly a blessing, but sometimes we’re given half or less and we have to make things happen.

[@sitcomsTV]

I always loved the performance of the actress organizing the party planner for her father in "Meeting Joe Black". I could feel all her stress, all her dedication to this party that her father seemed not even to pay any attention for. Her attention to details, her planning ahead. That was a brilliant performance and I felt her anguish every step of the way as a daughter wanting the love and aproval of her father.

[@bbcocogoat]

you said “minimum” and “thousands of dollars” in the same sentence MAAM

[@jangeltrain]

It's minimum for clients who are asking for these events haha

[@Daphattack]

Lol right? Minimum for like Diddy

[@ava8393]

well, “minimum” and “minimal” aren’t the same thing :)

[@mpazinambao2938]

😄

[@severinestany3769]

Like.....🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@SlapEmYackEm]

I could listen to this woman talk about her job for hours, days even. She's so well spoken and smart and obviously loves what she does.

[@HarajukuBlossom]

I would trust Ms. Roy with every important moment in my life if I had the budget to afford her 😭 love her input, expertise and how down to earth she is!

[@acidbrns]

Every time she refers to a few grand an hour as "minimum cost" I die a little inside

[@juan_diego_46]

People watching this like: -in bed or couch -not in a full screen -reading comments

[@benWTL]

literally I'm playing Animal Crossing and this is playing in the background

[@demJem09]

People writing these comments like: -highlight original comment -copy -paste as own

[@KeyXu03]

You wouldnt be able to read comments if it was full screen 😐

[@itsleefr]

False im in a boat and im not reading my dog is

[@ovoc6712]

@@KeyXu03 he said not in a full screen

[@rissa_x]

bold of you to assume that i know the difference between a tuxedo and a suit

[@valeriepark9444]

Satin trim!

[@PandoraRoman]

Bowtie!

[@fkdjdjcmckdjdjf3728]

tuxedos look cool and suits ar3e worn at the office

[@rachelhansen2417]

Tuxedos are the ones that are a bit over the top. Some do them for the groom and groomsmen for weddings, but they’re not as fashionable anymore. I think they can almost look tacky.

[@manisha.mahapatra]

0:30 Crazy Rich Asians 7:30 The Great Gatsby 13:24 Step Brothers 20:00 Ocean's 8 27:09 Spectre 29:47 Office Christmas Party 33:34 Meet Joe Black You're welcome.

[@elle1107]

I'm an event coordinator and I'm nowhere NEAR her level, but yep - at the best events, you never notice the details that make it enjoyable.

[@twisted_introvert]

This was so interesting to watch! The way Karleen can price things out so quickly speaks to her wealth of knowledge & experience, and her speaking style is very engaging. She's also gorgeous. 😊 I felt like I was getting a crash course in event planning & I'll appreciate any future events I attend more as a result.

[@karleenroy6943]

Thank you Samantha...it was a lot of fun!

[@anniegoodridge7941]

@@karleenroy6943 you have me pricing out my future wedding in my head on the sofa haha. you were fabulous!!!!

[@woin9361]

Who else wants this woman to plan their event? I learned so much!

[@karleenroy6943]

HEY NOW!!! ;)

[@beslanderin5229]

I could never afford her.

[@destrya]

In my fantasy of when I become a millionaire/billionaire I've already called her to put an event together 😭

[@woin9361]

@@destrya same! I have so many ideas 😂 She is seriously knowledgeable

[@jalabi99]

Bring her back for a part two where she breaks down the party scenes in _The Godfather_ (Parts 1 and 2), _The Hangover_ and any of Jamie Foxx's parties!

[@CorpusSans]

I love how she's talking about the events like they really happened.

[@TheLadydanni]

This is amazing. I’d watch a documentary,a series, a lecture, a whatever of this for as long as she wants to talk.

[@karleenroy6943]

Blushing! Thank u for tuning in!

[@thefox5997]

@@karleenroy6943 Seconded! This is brilliant, thank you!

[@kennedynunez2601]

I want to see her breakdown Stormi World lol

[@destrya]

She probably planned it lol

[@debadritagupta6364]

@@destrya 😂😂😂😂😂

[@elliel4736]

There's something that's so satisfying about a person who really knows how to do their job.

[@halfasianyeah]

This really a whole documentary 😂

[@nevadastreak]

Me, 40mins ago: Ugh why dis so long Me now: Wow she should do more! Do Kim K's birthday, Heidi Klum's Halloween, Studio 54, flashmobs, ad stunts etc!

[@karleenroy6943]

I would love to do those events!

[@isaidwhatisaid4130]

Spot on! When I checked the length the video I thought I wouldn’t last to end of it or would just skip to certain parts... To my surprise, it was so enjoyable that it felt too short. She reminded me of certain teachers I had in school that were so good and passionate about their job that would make me also fall in love with the subject.

[@JuliaEvelynVids]

”also...the met gala is so gangsta” SKSJJSJS 😭💀 i love this woman!

[@stephaniemaesmith6957]

I LOVE THIS. I was like "If they don't cover Crazy Rich Asians we gon' need a part two" but now I just need a part two because of Karleen.

[@carpdirector6836]

I love that each movie she discussed was a different type/ level of event.

[@santi_8436]

I didn't even realise this was 40 minutes thanks to her 😳😳

[@lilianaroman8402]

Damn....I could've paid off all my debt, retired, and taken care of two-three generations of family on the price of these parties. 😅😅

[@lizashoenfeld3935]

this is one of the best "break downs" ever. so insightful, love her!

[@selalewis9189]

She's incredible. I can just hear her negotiating with someone like Kanye West, someone who has a lot of ideas and is very ambitious with his visual concepts.

[@lunadejoshua]

You don't negotiate. You tell them if it's possible. How much it would cost. If it's not possible and they still want it. Then you tell them something close to what they want that's possible. If they don't got a budget then you negotiate

[@estdec2773]

I was hoping the “Crazy Rich Asian” wedding price 🥺 but this was dope

[@kimtran5688]

Shes an event planner not a wedding planner. Wedding planner is another ball game.

[@elijahgavin6706]

@@kimtran5688 facts

[@nolimittee94]

I wanted to see the Crazy Rich Asian house party

[@amateurhourwithsam3356]

In the book the wedding cost $40 million

[@witchdoctor1394]

The price tag as stated in the movie for the wedding was $40 million... 40. Million. 😳

[@chu8665]

Event Planner: " *it's probably 5000 dollars* "

[@lexymartin6841]

Everything minimum of 5,000 😱

[@tybrown7112]

Nah, she said those girls could cost up to $20k 🤣 $200k for sound and lighting *dies inside*

[@daughterofyah6209]

You forgot the “per hour” in a casual, professional tone.

[@TSpeaks]

She is absolutely incredible!! I thought I would watch no more than 5mins, yet here I am 40mins later 😂😍

[@cymbamcreynolds8838]

As a black woman who would love to get into event planning and throwing amazing parties for a living, I really enjoyed this expert and video as a whole