Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Katie + Andrew

SHE loves a couple that isn’t afraid to bring black into their wedding design, especially when black is rarely ever styled at their wedding venue! When we learned one of Katie + Andrew ‘s favorite past times is a good happy hour, we knew we had to create a special bar moment like none other at the Omni William Penn Ballroom. The Shannons were on board to have the most fabulous + ultra-chic statement bar as the focal for their reception design! As guests entered the ballroom, grabbing their champagne from a custom wall, they were greeted by the bar beauty created with luxe black velvet + the most gorgeous cascading white roses falling 10ft from the balcony to the bar front. The posh micro details on the guest tables felt effortless and complimented the drama that anchored the room. The energy was grand and the tone was set for the rest of the night. Guests enjoyed the sounds of THE Elite Show Band + literally danced the night away. It was the best night for the best couple-forever raising our glass to Katie + Andrew!

Event Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception: Omni William Penn
Videographer: Sho Films Videography
Photography: Leeann Marie Photography
Cake: Oakmont Bakery
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: GreenSinner
Band: Elite Show Band
Linens: Mosaic
Hair: JL Beauty Studio
Makeup: Ashle-a Powell

Pittsburgh Event Planner | Harley’s Sweet 16

*Cue MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 theme song* SHE is taking you inside Harley’s Super Sweet & Lilac themed Sweet 16. This party was a blast to plan + a blast to attend. As soon as guests walked into the backyard of Harley’s family home, they saw the most amazing shades of purple balloon bunches spilling over the pergola + floating in the pool with gigantic foam letters spelling out the Birthday girl’s name. From the make your own taco spread to the custom juice boxes to the Cupcake ATM…yes, a real ATM for cupcakes…guests did not go hungry. With DJ Cake spinning hits throughout the night + guests sitting for a caricature that turned into a custom phone case there was something for everyone. Happy 16th Birthday Harley! SHE hopes this party was as sweet as you!

Event Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Venue: Private Residence
Photography: Skysight Photography
Caterer: Common Plea Catering
Cupcakes: Bella Christie
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Stationary: Loree Mayer Design
DJ: DJ Cake
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Balloons: Funk Balloon
Cupcake ATM: Vastmade Studios

Pittsburgh Event Planner | Laura + Ryan

Laura + Ryan’s wedding weekend started off with not only an epic rehearsal dinner on Mount Washington, but also an ultra-fabulous welcome party hosted at the Carnegie History Center. As guests entered the welcome party, they were greeted with not one but two epic balloon installations. The first was when guests walked under the welcome sign + the second encompassed the grand piano + trailed all the way up the walkway to the second floor. The rest of the night guests enjoyed mini custom Casa Migos margaritas, champagne from the SHEcart + delicious food from Common Plea Catering. It was the perfect start to a beautiful wedding weekend for Laura + Ryan. Check back next week for a look into their gorgeous wedding at Phipps!

Event Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception: The Heinz History Center
Caterer: Common Plea Catering
Photography: Michael Will Photography
Balloons: Funk Balloon
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Stationary: Loree Mayer Design
Custom Marquee Lights: Vastmade Studios
Linens: Mosaic
Signage: Speedpro Pittsburgh North
Lighting: Every Event AV
Hair: Beauty Justified
Makeup: Beauty Justified

Pittsburgh Event Planner | Isa + Anthony

Isa + Anthony’s wedding weekend started off with the most fabulous Welcome Party hosted at the groom’s family home in Pittsburgh. As soon as guests entered the home, they were greeted with the most gorgeous + grand staircase adorned with greenery + florals. From there guests mingled throughout the foyer + first floor before making their way outside to the backyard. The party continued outside as guests enjoyed the entertainment + 360 photobooth. It was a party for the ages + SHE was honored to be part of it.

Event Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception: Private Estate
Videography: Studio Hayes
Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography
Caterer: Big Burrito
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Fox + the Fleur
Stationary: Purple Wagon Designs
Cusom Ice Bar: Mastro Ice
Linens: Mosaic
Entertainment: Jason Kendall Band
Balloons: MissElaineous Balloons
Lighting: Every Event AV
Photobooth: Moxie Events

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Christina + Will

Christina + Will are a couple that has turned into family + are so special to SHE! They were one of our first couples that had to postpone their wedding from 2020, but they took it in stride + trusted the planning process + had the most spectacular wedding weekend in 2021!

The weekend started off with a beautiful welcome reception on the rooftop of Hotel Monaco + then it was time to get these two married! When guests arrived to the reception at the Omni William Penn Ballroom, everyone’s eyes immediately looked up to the thousands of twinkling lights hanging above the entire ballroom. It was truly a dreamy site to see + set the tone for a magical night. From the custom wrapped dancefloor to the monogrammed greenery backdrop to the monogrammed cake, no detail was left untouched. SHE is so happy Christina + Will finally got to have their magical day + wish them all the love + blessings in the world!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception: Omni William Penn Hotel
Videography: Sho Films
Photography: Leann Marie Photography
Cake: Oakmont Bakery
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: MochaRose Florals
Stationary: Loree Mayer Design
Custom Dancefloor: Speedpro Pittsburgh North
Linens: Mosaic
Entertainment: Elite Show Band
Lighting: EF Lighting
Hair + Makeup: Beauty Justified
Dress: Bridal Beginning