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 Wedding Planner | Amber + Wasi

Amber + Wasi had the most incredible wedding weekend! It all started on Friday with their colorful + full of energy Mehndi celebration. The patterned + colorful dancefloor in the center of the room was the focal point for the dances later in evening as Amber + Wasi sat on their throne, complete with a comfy swing + surrounded by four pillars of gorgeous flowers.

The next day, the reception was held in the same room as the night before but completely transformed thanks to the magical elves of GreenSinner who worked through the night to flip the colorful theme of Friday to a gorgeous + chic all white reception, complete with a mirrored dancefloor. Amber + Wasi’s wedding weekend was unforgettable. SHE was honored to help make their vision come to life + wish them years of happiness!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Venue: Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh
Videography: Ketanuva Photography
Photography: Ketanuva Photography
Floral Design: GreenSinner
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Lighting Design: EF Lighting
Branding: Sugar Taylor Co
Custom Backdrop: SpeedPro Pittsburgh North
Entertainment: DJ Sunny Entertainment
Glam: Flawless Beauty by Pauline
Gowns: Elan Official + Ali Xeeeshan Studio

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Katie + Ryan

Katie + Ryan knew exactly what they wanted for their July 3rd Wedding Day + that was an intimate + tasteful dinner with music from a live band + dancing afterwards. However, in Katie’s mind, there was one more (maybe impossible) thing that would make their July 3rd wedding absolutely perfect…Fireworks. Little did she know, her future mother-in-law + the SHE team were hard at work organizing the most stunning Fireworks display to surprise Katie + Ryan on their big day.

The day was perfect with a beautiful ceremony on the Oakmont Country Club green, followed by cocktail hour on the patio + then an absolutely delicious 4 course meal served by the exquisite Oakmont chef + staff. When it was time for the big surprise Katie + Ryan had absolutely no idea + it made the moment that much more special as they gathered on the patio to watch the Fireworks with all of their friends + family gathered around them. SHE loved working with Katie + Ryan + wish them many more fabulous memories!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Reception: Oakmont Country Club
Videography: Jeremy Scott Films
Photography: Jess Vogelsang
Cake + Desserts: Bella Christie
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Allison McGeary Florist
Stationary: Fresh Cut Prints
Fireworks: Zambelli Fireworks
Linens: Lendable Linens
Entertainment: Jason Kendall Band
Makeup: Marie Miclot
Hair: The Studio by Sarah McCarrison
Ceremony Violinist: Josh Huang

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

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Kylie + Dylan

Like many couples in the past year, Kylie + Dylan had to totally pivot from their original wedding plans. However, when the family estate is as beautiful as this + they have SHE on their side the wedding is bound to be gorgeous.

A week long tent setup, larger than life gold chandeliers, + hanging florals made the backyard tent wedding feel like a ballroom! It was a team effort all around + but with an amazing couple + incredible friendors, SHE made Kylie + Dylan’s wedding dreams come true!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony + Reception: Private Estate
Videography: So Fresh Films
Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography
Tent Fabric: Fabrication
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: MochaRose
Stationary: Loree Mayer Design
Custom Builds: Vast Made Studios
Ceremony Music: Three Rivers String Quartet
Entertainment: Bachelor Boys
Lighting: Every Event AV
Linens: Lendable Linens
Catering: Common Plea Catering