Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Nicole + Matt

The first time Matt saw Nicole, it was at their place of work, PNC Bank, + after listening to Nicole give a presentation, Matt turned to his friend + said “I’m going to marry that girl”. It was a love story that was destined to happen + seeing Nicole + Matt on their wedding day, it was evident that they were made for each other.

They had an intimate ceremony in the Founders room at the Duquesne Club + from there guests moved to the Patio room for cocktail hour where custom velvet floral linens from Mosaic Inc. covered the tables. After cocktail hour, everyone traveled upstairs to the ballroom where there was no shortage of romance + details. Gorgeous elevatored florals by Hens + Chicks lined the head table + numerous other tables while the mix of muted + neutral linens lined the tables. It was a beautiful evening where guests did not leave the dance floor all night thanks to the sounds of the Move Makers Band. Congratulations again to our beautiful couple, Nicole + Matt!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Duquesne Club
Reception: Duquesne Club
Photography: Steven Dray Photography
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Duquesne Club
Stationery: Loree Mayer Designs
Band: Move Makers
Hair: Justified Beauty
Makeup: Audra

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Stephanie + Steven

Stephanie + Steve had a easy, cool vibe + wanted to infuse their favorite hues with speakeasy feels in a chic way.  A little grit at the Ace Hotel worked perfect with their design elements. By Invitation Only created beautiful vintage-like stationery which is exactly what Stephanie + Steve were going for. The dark + cool tones with slight pops of greenery by greenSinner made Ace Hotel feel ritzy! Such a chill + beautiful day this was to celebrate this sweet couple. SteveNSteph wouldn’t have wanted it any other way!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Ace Hotel
Reception: Ace Hotel
Photography: Ashley Giffin
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental
Floral Design: GreenSinner
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Gray Phoenix
Cake: Bella Christie
Stationery: By Invitation Only
DJ: Chrissy Robinson
Hair: Sola Salons
Makeup: Valerie Panei

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Kira + Cam

Kira + Cam’s wedding was straight out of a fairytale! Even though the weather threatened rain, that didn’t stop Kira + Cam from having the sweetest first look before their ceremony, picture proof below. After pictures were done, it was time to travel to the ceremony, at our sister company, Slate Event Studio.

The ceremony was intimate + beautiful under a massive arch overflowing with greenery + candlelight. Once guests moved to cocktail hour, the ceremony room was flipped to create the dinner reception room. The dinner side of the studio was filled with even more greenery + candlelight + created the perfect reception space for Big Burrito to serve their delicious food. It was a night full of love + laughter at Slate, which is always SHE’s favorite type of night. Congratulations again to Kira + Cam, we wish you many more days of love + laughter!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Slate
Reception: Slate
Photography: Wild Native Photography
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental
Floral Design: GreenSinner
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Gray Phoenix
Cake: Bella Christie
Caterer: Big Burrito
DJ: DJ Joe Imberlina
Hair: Alaina
Makeup: Valerie Panei

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Marisa + Alec

Cali-living Marisa + Alec made their way back to Pittsburgh (Marisa’s hometown) for their timeless nuptials. One of the best things about their day was the personal meaning it had. The sweet couple said iDo at the Duquesne Chapel where Marisa’s parents married. They then celebrated at The Duquesne Club where her father was a member + brother hosted his wedding there. Family + friends came from all over to celebrate their destination wedding in the Burgh! The Duquesne Club was transformed into the perfect venue for Marisa + Alec. SHE brought the outside indoors dressing the tables beautifully with botanicals. Pops of pink, white, + champagne mixed with candles made the room feel soft + romantic. A pretty wedding for such a sweet couple! Marisa + Alec, SHE wishes you endless happiness in your marriage!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Duquesne Chapel
Reception: The Duquesne Club
Photography: Steven Dray Images
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Gray Phoenix
Cake: The Duquesne Club
Stationery: Loree Mayer Designs
DJ: DJ Selecta
Hair: Hannah Conard Beauty
Makeup: Hannah Conard Beauty

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Ally + Jesse

Ally + Jesse’s wedding + reception was most definitely a touchdown for love! They both attended Penn State University while Jesse played for the Penn State Nittany Lions, then continued their love story after he was drafted into the NFL!

Having close ties to Penn State + Ally’s family originally being from the area, it only seemed right to have their special day at Ally’s family estate near Penn State University. The sun was shining all day on Ally + Jesse while they got married at a near by golf club. After the ceremony, guests proceeded to the family’s house to enjoy cocktail hour on the lawn. After cocktail hour, guests moved inside the large reception tent that was made to feel like you were inside a ballroom with custom carpeting + draping lining the floors + walls.

Gorgeous florals consisting of light pink + white flowers accented the tan + crème tablecloths, as well as the mirrored head table. The custom dance floor was a big hit all night + the custom cookies by Bella Christie of Ally + Jesse’s dogs were a sweat treat for guests to enjoy! It was a night to remember + SHE was so happy to be a part of Ally + Jesse’s love story!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Private Estate
Reception: Private Estate
Photography: Adam Michaels Photography
Videography: ShoFilms
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Kim Morrison
Stationery: Purple Wagon Designs
Desserts: Bella Christie
DJ: DJ Petey C
Drapery: BD3 Designs
Hair: Gigi Lein
Makeup: Blinc.Bronz.Beauty by Nikki
Wedding Dress: L’Fay Bridal