Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Samantha + Jeff

If there is one thing that {SHE} loves, it's when a bride knows what she wants + dares to be different.  Samantha knew she wanted something non-traditional yet special + unique to she and her hubby-to-be. Samantha + Jeff elected to have an extremely intimate wedding ceremony amongst 10 immediate family members in their backyard. It was quaint, warm + beyond special. The pair then headed to the Pittsburgh Opera, the venue they chose because of its industrial chic vibe. It was pertinent to the couple that their celebration abandoned many of the standard "wedding elements" but rather had open-concept seating with a mixture of farm tables coupled with metal galvanized chairs, lounge furniture, and ultra clean-line cocktail tables + barstools.  Above the two lounge vignettes that anchored the space were brush brash industrial chandeliers to create an inviting ambiance for their family + friends to eat, drink + be merry! With a myriad of food stations + mini desserts along with the laid-back room layout truly promoted that mix-and-mingle atmosphere that Samantha + Jeff longed for! As guests departed, they were asked to take home a mini pie -- one of the couple's favorite sweets + a fantastic late night snack! Aaron Varga Photography captured the night with perfection!

Planning: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception Venue: Pittsburgh Opera
Catering: big Burrito
Photography: Aaron Varga Photography
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks Floral Design
Stationery Design: Taylor + Hov
Linens: Mosaic
Rentals: All Occasion Party Rental, Marbella Event Rental + Elegant Chair Cover Designs
Cake Design: Bella Christie
Shoes: Kate Spade
Hair + Makeup: Beauty Justified

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Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Katie + Tony

Katie + Tony's wedding was a stunner and off the charts with branding, customization, + details! Actually, the entire weekend was beyond fabulous! The wonderful parents of the bride hosted their guests three days with beautiful events; we can't wait to share those pre + post functions but back to the wedding! Inspiration began with the bride's love of jewel tones, art, and her lotus ring design. In the words of the bride, "sometimes, as is often the case, nature is capable of depicting the beauty of love, marriage, and life in one small object. The lotus flower grows in shallow, muddy water and blooms beautifully each day towards the sky before sinking below the surface as night falls, to re-bloom again the next day. This peaceful daily rebirth has inspired artists for centuries and is the prominent motif in Katie’s engagement ring and wedding celebration." Throughout the design, we used variations of the lotus literally everywhere--from the monogram to the paper goods to the girls' getting ready sweatshirts to real lotus flowers floating on each table to the cake design to the picture by number guest book to the custom 35 foot gold laser cut wall behind the dance floor. The ballroom was a show stopper boasting a unique combination of rich color, gold metallic, art nouveau flair, sparkle, texture, flowers, and candles. There really are no words to describe the insane amount of design + detail captured beautifully by Michael Will Photography!

Planning: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony Venue: Saint Mary of the Mount Church
Reception Venue: Fairmont Pittsburgh
Photography: Michael Will Photography
Videography: Yamean Studios
Floral Design: Mocha Rose Floral Design
Stationery Design: Loree Mayer Design
Linens: Mosaic
Rentals: All Occasion Party Rental
Rentals: Marbella Event Furntiure
Cake Design: Fairmont Pittsburgh
Entertainment: Three Rivers Entertainment
Gown: Miss Hayley Paige
Hairpiece: Vintage Grace Boutique
Shoes: Betsey Johnson
Tuxe: Samuel Barron Clothiers
Hair + Makeup: Beauty Justified

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Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Ginger + Drew

Something classic will never ever go out of style. Residing in and planning from New York City for their black tie wedding back in Pittsburgh {the bride's hometown}, Ginger + Drew's big day was effortlessly elegant + timeless. This pair were a joy to work with and had such kind spirits. They were very hands on in the planning along with the very sweet mother-of-the bride. Including personal elements in their day was very important to them. Our favorite details were the heirloom family veil that Ginger wore, the couple married at the same church Ginger's parents married, the "Big Apple" favors, the small pops of red, hearts, and arrows for their wedding month of February, the king table that anchored the infamous Duquesne Club main dining room, and the needlepoint table numbers made by the women in her family that went perfectly with their hand-illustrated branding from their New York based stationery designer. Not to mention ordering pizza as a late night snack for the reception from a local pizza shop because they met on a blind date at a pizza shop. We just adored working with this couple and their families! And even more elated when their wedding was published in The Knot Magazine because the stunning images captured by Boston-based photographers Studio Atticus are oh-so-worthy! 

Planning: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony Venue: Shadyside Presbyterian Church
Reception Venue: The Duquesne Club
Photography: Studio Atticus
Floral Design: My Garden Floral
Stationery Design: Foxy + Winston
Linens: Mosaic
Rentals: All Occasion Party Rental
Cake Design + Favors: Vanilla Pastry Studio
Entertainment: The Elite Show Band
Gown: Monique Lhullier
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Hair: Andrew Leo Hair
Makeup: Kelly Bartlett

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Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Christina + Jon

Christina was a bride whose mantra was "{SHE} who leaves a trail of sparkle is never forgotten." Let's just say her wedding day definitely was memorable for all present! The picturesque day in September started with a beautiful wedding ceremony in the church where Christina celebrated so many other life milestones- All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Canonsburg, PA.  Once {SHE} + Jon said iDo, everyone headed down to the iconic "Point" of Pittsburgh to celebrate in ultimate style at the Wyndham Grand.  With a jaw-dropping panoramic view of the city, sequin linens, + floral centerpieces adorned with crystal teardrop pendents glistening amongst the night sky. Aside from being a self-proclaimed "bling bride", Christina also loved her pink (we aren't complaining!) so shades of pink from blush to vibrant magenta engulfed the space and was then grounded with a silver hue.  The head table backdrop was truly a statement piece - 12' of crystal drapery uplit in the palest pink.  Also, thanks to close family friends, the Sarris family, oversized chocolates with Christina + Jon's custom monogram were placed at each guest's seat as a way to say "thank you" and commemorate the night. With glitter, sparkle, + even confetti, the couple as well as their guests seemed to have never left the dance floor + worked up quite an appetite later in the night. Luckily for them, they had several late night snack options: an endless supply of cookies + sweets generously baked + provided by family + friends, liquid nitrogen ice cream with a plethora of toppings, + good ole pizza pies! You won't want to miss these photos from Leeann Marie Photography + the video captured by Traveling Hearts Productions.

Planning: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony Venue: All Saints Greek Orthodox Church
Reception Venue: Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Caterer: Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Photography: Leeann Marie Photography
Videography: Traveling Hearts Productions
Photo Booth - Pittsburgh All Stars
Floral Design: Mocha Rose Floral + Event Design
Stationery Design: The Bride
Linens: Mosaic
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental
Lighting + Drapery: Gray Phoenix
Cake Design: Bethel Bakery
Desserts: Bella Christie, Oakmont Bakery + Sarris Chocolate
Entertainment: Modern Era Weddings
Gown: Bridal Beginnings
Hair: Posh Salon
Makeup: Briann Mattise

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Christina + Justin

Christina + Justin were just the sweetest compliment to each other. Every now and again we get grooms that are involved in the planning process which we adore. Planning with Tina was such a blast! {SHE} was a ball of good energy and laughs were a part of every meeting which honestly translated into their wedding day. A fun time was had by all! We love that the ceremony was in the heart of the city on the rooftop of the chic Hotel Monaco. Then the scene drastically switched when guests experienced the historical Frick Museum for cocktails and dinner. The overall feel of their wedding was simply organic; playing natural outdoor elements against modern touches. Ahead of trend, this design embodied fresh greenery: nature's neutral and 2017's Pantone color of the year. Some of our favorite details were the perfect hand illustrations the talented bride created for the stationery, the honeycomb custom cushion covers for the farm chairs, and the 20x20 green canopy filled with edison light bulbs and candlelit hanging globes to hover the dance floor and anchor the tent. Evermark Studios captured the day beautifully! 

Planning: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony Venue: Hotel Monaco
Reception Venue: The Frick Museum
Caterer: Fluted Mushroom
Photography: Evermark Studios
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks Floral Design
Stationery Design: The Bride
Linens: Mosaic
Rentals: Party Savvy
Lighting: Gray Phoenix
Cake Design: Bella Christie's
Entertainment: Six Stylez
Gown: Glitter + Grit
Hair: Angie Melhorn Hair
Makeup: Shelby Dines Makeup