Sarah Jane + Brandon | Pittsburgh Wedding Planner

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! SHE loves a December wedding + last year Sarah Jane + Brandon had a perfect winter wedding with a classic design. Held at the Fox Chapel Golf Club, the scenery inside kept everyone warm with candlelight, traditional greenery + pops of burnt orange + red from Donati’s flowers. The mix of white + crème linens from Lendable Linens added to the chic design + let the gold + white chargers stand out.

Sarah + Brandon’s love for each other shined bright the entire day. From Brandon’s epic first look reaction when he saw his beautiful bride to-be Sarah in her stunning dress, to their first dance as husband + wife, it was a day to remember + the perfect way to wrap up the year. SHE adored working with this couple + wish them many more years of happiness + love.

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church
Reception: Fox Chapel Golf Club
Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography
Videography: Post Script Films
Rentals: All Occasions
Floral Design: Donati’s
Linens: Lendable Linens
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Prantl’s + Food Glorious
Stationery + Branding: Designs by Dawson
Catering: Fox Chapel Golf Club
Band: Protege
Live Painter: Kimberly Harvey
Photobooth: Lux Photobooth
Calligraphy: Judith Browne
Hair + Makeup: Hannah Conard Beauty

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Brittany + Karl

One thing SHE loves is our never-ending relationships with our clients + families! We’ve known Brittany personally + she even attended our first “SHE event”. A decade ago, SHE was established + so were the Lozanne’s. They did not have a wedding as they were both super focused on their career goals, wrapping up medical school + law school. Fast forward to Karl’s 40th celebration that we planned in Charlotte, NC + now to their 10 year vow renewal in Blythewood, SC for Dr. + Mrs. Karl Lozanne Esquire! We could not be more honored to create this moment + share in this special milestone with their children, family, + friends. They’ve both worked so hard + achieved so much + this evening they could kick back and be celebrated. 

Doko Manor was so charming + the perfect backdrop for our modern garden design. The color palette was everything! Not your typical fall colors yet very appropriate for the season. The ceremony was set with a picture perfect background + floral arch. From there, guests moved inside + stepped into a completely transformed ballroom! The mix of high + low florals were able to make a statement with satin + crème linens accentuating the design. It was a celebration to remember with the sounds of Mike Stone Entertainment keeping everyone on the dance floor all night. SHE was honored to apart of Dr. + Mrs. Karl Lozanne’s celebration!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Doko Manor
Reception: Doko Manor
Photography: Avonne Photography
Caterer: Sapphire by Louise
Rentals: Ken’s Tents
Floral Design: CLUX
Linens: CLUX
Cake: Bonnie Brunt Cakes
Stationery + Branding: By Invitation Only
Band: Mike Stone Entertainment
Bartending Service: The Food Academy
Transportation: Price 4 Limo
Hair: Jady
Makeup: Jady

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Meghan + Matt

As delicately as the seasons change, SHE tiptoed into Fall with the stunning wedding celebration of Meghan + Matt. With an early September wedding, the design + decor hinted at the crisp weather that was to come with phenomenal velvet elements all while being reminiscent of warmer summer evenings with hues of slate blue + gray with pops of mustard, peach, + gunmetal. The inviting palette + decor, which consisted of an abundance of candles + crystal from the candelabras, clear glass tables + Pittsburgh Field Clubs’s chandeliers that dripped of rich greenery, paralleled the warm, genuine personalities of the newlyweds. What topped off the night was watching the couple share their first dance atop of a custom slate blue dance floor with a pewter lacy laser cut pattern that perfectly framed them.

SHE may be biased but the Pittsburgh Field Club never looked so romantic + stylish + SHE couldn’t have created such a magical night without this ever-so-deserving Mr. + Mrs.! Watch the beauty unfold in the teaser below by ShoFilms!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Heinz Chapel
Reception: Pittsburgh Field Club
Photography: Alison Mish
Videography: ShoFilms
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Bella Christie + Lil’ Z Sweet Boutique
Stationery + Branding: Cheer Up Letterpress
Catering: Pittsburgh Field Club
Band: Jason Kendall Productions
Dance Floor: SpeedPro Pittsburgh North
Table Numbers: Velvet Raptor
Hair: Hannah Conard Beauty
Makeup: Hannah Conard Beauty

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Alyssa + Billy

Alyssa + Billy’s love story began after a college party at Pitt when Alyssa bravely left her phone number on a fraternity’s wall with a note for the “tall ginger to call her” Luckily Billy called Alyssa back + the rest is history!

This fun loving couple never stopped smiling on their wedding day + SHE was honored to give them a beautiful reception that added to their smiles. The theme was romantic, Tuscan vibes + Bella Sera was the perfect location to host this joyous day.

The ballroom’s tables were a mix of high + low florals with candlelight from florist GreenSinner. One of the main focal points of the ballroom are the famous Bella Sera steps, + SHE made sure no one could take their eyes away from them with cascading lush greenery + candlelight.

For more pictures of this amazing reception, check out the snaps below captured by the amazing Jenna Hidinger. SHE was so happy to be a part of Alyssa + Billy’s special day + wish them more many years of love + laughter.

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: St James Church
Reception: Bella Sera
Photography: Jenna Hidinger
Videography: Traveling Heart Productions
Rentals: All Occasions
Floral Design: GreenSinner
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: EF Lighting
Cake: Bethel Bakery
Stationery + Branding: Ink + Ivory
DJ: Mobile Mix Entertainment
Cocktail Musicians: Steve Vance Entertainment
Hair: Alora Salon
Makeup: Jae Lee Paredes Makeup
Transportation: TDF + Lenzner
Wedding Dress: Bridal Beginnings + Clarissa Boutique

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Leah + Steve

You’re not going to believe in just three months SHE planned this real life fairytale for Leah + Steve! This sweet couple + their families are the absolute best to work with! What started out as a pretty outdoor affair for close friends + family evolved into a super special + spectacular celebration as we began the design details. They couldn’t resist all the detail possibilities presented + so we went for it! The Williams Country Club was completely transformed like never before. If you haven’t seen this venue before you are missing out! It is a hidden gem + there’s nothing like it in Pittsburgh + surrounding. We’re often asked from brides “where can we build a tent on an open parcel”, well here’s an option! The Williams Country club is amazing with it’s stunning view, amazing food, + service! From custom tenting draped in beautiful minx fabric to floral filled tablescapes, this wedding left everyone in awe.

GreenSinner amazed everyone with their astonishing floral designs. The 4 post ceremony arch was beautifully dressed with an assortment of florals that they later transformed into a whimsical + romantic swing. The greenery garland + flower decorated swing was the perfect place for guests to enjoy a quite moment + take in the amazing view. The Parisian Market was a sweet gesture to the Bride’s family background. The market served as seating chart as you had to find your name + seat hidden in the flowers. The Parisian Market also served as a place where friends + families could make their own bouquets to take home! Now who wouldn’t love that?! This wedding was fabulous in every way + SHE is so happy to have been apart of it!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Williams Country Club
Reception: Williams Country Club
Photography: Meaghan Elliott
Videography: Sho Films
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: greenSinner
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Gray Phoenix
Cake: Bella Christie’s + Lil Z’s Sweet Boutique
Stationery + Branding: Sugar Taylor
Catering: Williams County Club
DJ: DJ Digital Dave
Ceremony Musicians: Steve Vance Entertainment
Cocktail Musicians: Steve Vance Entertainment
Hair: Ashley Smith
Makeup: Kiss + Makeup
Espresso Bar: La Prima
Photo Booth: Moxie Photo Booth
Wedding Dress: Bridal Beginnings