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An Important Message about Covid-19
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Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and associated risks we are only accepting a limited numnber of weddings and events for the 2021-2022 wedding season.  If you are currently planning a wedding, please send us a message to get started. 

Below are the packages and services we offer, however, we are always happy to speak with couples and create a customized wedding package that is completely unique to your personal needs and budget, and to discuss options that fall within the most current state and federal guidelines to ensure we are keeping everyone's health and safety in mind. 

We never charge for phone consultations. Feel free to contact us if you just want ask questions. 

Wedding Packages and Services 

Full Service Planning, Design & Wedding Day Coordination 
Our Full Service Planning & Wedding Day Coordination package is extremely comprehensive where we work closely together for several months before the wedding day. While you make all the final decisions, we are there to streamline the process giving you access to our resources and expertise ensuring you stay focused and moving forward in the months leading up to the wedding day. To receive the most benefit we suggest retaining our services before booking your venue so that you may utilize our guidance and expertise to the fullest extent.

Includes:
  • 12 month wedding planning checklist
  • Venue recommendations and tours
  • Up to 2 site visits at secured venue
  • Wedding design, decor and rental assistance
  • List of preferred vendors
  • Review of vendor contracts 
  • Unlimited phone and email communcation 
  • 2 in person planning meetings 
  • Menu/ cake tasting assistance (to interview caterers or bakeries)
  • Floorplan design of ceremony and reception spaces
  • 1 Meeting at rental company to design table decor / mock up for linens, rentals, tabletop items and florals
  • Recommendations for guest lodging and transportation
  • Customized wedding day timeline 
  • Coordinate and manage the ceremony rehearsal
  • Final vendor confirmations to confirm all details 7-14 days prior
  • Up to 12 hours of wedding day management
  • 2 wedding day assistants to help with set up, breakdown and the overall flow of the day
  • ​Use of wedding day emergency kit

Full Service Planning, Design & Wedding Day Coordination Package $4,995

Partial Wedding Planning & Coordination
Our Partial Wedding Planning & Coordination package is our "middle of the road" option. We will begin working together at the half way point in the planning stage giving you more time to begin that process on your own, making some of your own decisions but with additional support as needed.  You can contact us anytime for advice and guidance during the planning stage. Unlike our Last Stage Planning package below, the Partial Wedding Planning package DOES include vendor referrals to ensure you are hiring trusted and reliable professionals.

Includes:
  • Up to 2 site visits at the ceremony and reception venue (s)
  • Unlimited phone and email communication
  • Up to 2 planning meetings (phone or in person)
  • Vendor referrals, vendor communication and contract review
  • Customized wedding day timeline
  • Coordinate and manage the ceremony rehearsal
  • Final vendor confirmations to confirm all details 7-14 days prior
  • Up to 10 hours of wedding day management​
  • 2 wedding day assistants to help with set up, breakdown and the overall flow of the day
  • ​Use of wedding day emergency kit

Partial Wedding Planning & Coordination Packages $3,495

Last Stage Planning & Wedding Day Coordination 
Starting 8 weeks before the wedding day.  Our Last Stage Planning & Day of Coordination package was created for couples who are planning the wedding themselves and need a limited amount of guidance and support during the final two months before the wedding. We step in towards the end of the planning stage to review and finalize all your details and ensure that all your details are in place, resolve any last minute issues, advise on missing details, confirm with your vendors and make sure everything is ready for the wedding day.

Includes:
  • 1 Site visit at the ceremony and reception venue (s)
  • Unlimited phone and email communication
  • 1 planning meeting (phone or in person)
  • Vendor communication and contract review
  • Customized wedding day timeline
  • Coordinate and manage the ceremony rehearsal
  • Up to 8 hours of wedding day management
  • Final vendor confirmations to confirm all details 7-14 days prior
  • 1 wedding day assistant to help with set up, breakdown and the overall flow of the day
  • Use of wedding day emergency kit​

Last Stage Planning & Wedding Day Coordination $2,000

Micro-Weddings (Up to 15 guests)
Includes:
  • Ceremony & reception venue recommendations and selection
  • 1 planning meeting
  • Unlimited phone and email support
  • Vendor referrals
  • Contract review and final confirmation with vendors 7-14 days prior
  • Customized wedding day timeline
  • Up to 8 hours of wedding day coordination & management

$1,200

Elopements (Ceremony Only)
Includes:
  • Ceremony venue recommendations and selection
  • 1 planning meeting
  • Unlimited phone and email support
  • Vendor referrals
  • Contract review and final confirmation with vendors 7-14 days prior
  • Ceremony only timeline
  • 5 hours of ceremony coordination and management 
  • Limited to 10 guests or less

$795

Just The Details Package

Includes:
5 Hours of wedding planning & assistance where you most need it.  Select 3 items from the list below.
  • Preffered vendor list
  • Timeline creation
  • Wedding theme or design
  • Custom seating chart 
  • General planning or etiquette questions
  • Travel and lodging assistance
  • Budget review or creation
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$495

Pre and Post Wedding Day or Weekend Activities (call for pricing)
We offer planning and coordination services for group activities and events leading up to and after the wedding. Some examples include rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, spa parties, wine tastings and tours and post-wedding brunches. These services can be added on to any package above for an additional fee. 

​Weddings falling on holidays or during local seasonal events are subject to availability.
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Discounted rates available for US Military Veterans - Thank you for your service!
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  • About
  • Services
    • Parties, Non-Profit & Corporate Events
    • Wedding Packages >
      • Wedding FAQ
    • Elopements, Vow Renewals & Micro Weddings
    • Memorial Services & Celebration of Life
  • XOXO
  • Blog
  • Styled
  • Contact