Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Becky + John

Becky + John had dreams of an intimate, chic wedding + SHE knew just the spot for them, our studio, Slate. The ceremony was set against our brick wall with greenery growing up the wall in two asymmetrical arches. As Becky + John took pictures throughout the strip district, the SHE team flipped the ceremony room into a twinkling, intimate family style reception room. When guests walked into the room, they found their seat where each place setting had a mini charcuterie board custom to each guest. After dinner, guests moved to the other side of the studio where DJ Digital Dave had everyone on the dancefloor all night long. It was the perfect night + SHE was so happy to be a part of it.

Event Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Venue: Slate
Caterer: DiAnoia’s Eatery
Photography: Ryan Zarichnak Photography
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Stationary: Sugar Taylor
DJ: DJ Digital Dave
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Photo Booth: Moxie
Hair + Makeup: Beauty Justified

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 | Brittany + Max

SHE just loves everything about Brittany + Max! Their wedding weekend was nothing short of amazing + a dream come true after the struggles of the previous year. Held in Youngstown, Ohio, family + friends gathered from all over the country to celebrate this amazing couple!

The details were a mix of glam meets modern simplicity created by Joe Mineo Creative. From the stunning cherry blossom trees that created a beautiful ceremony backdrop to the towering floral + greenery centerpieces during the reception, everywhere guests looked they were wowed! This wedding was one for the books + SHE is forever grateful to have worked with this sweet + gorgeous couple!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: The Butler Institute
Reception: Waypoint 4180
Photography: Lauren Renee Photography
Catering: Waypoint 4180
Rentals: Joe Mineo Creative
Floral Design: Joe Mineo Creative
Wedding Dress: Bridal Beginning
Stationery: Isidore Augustine
Cake: Kims Confections
Entertainment: Blue Water Kings Band
Photobooth: My Moxie Events
Videography: Just Hitched Films
Hair + Makeup: Beauty Justified

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Jaime & Aaron

Jaime + Aaron had waited three long years to finally be able to celebrate their marriage with family + friends but SHE made sure the celebration did not disappoint! The ceremony + reception were both held at the Museum Lab in Pittsburgh’s North Side which was the perfect space for an artistic + romantic cocktail style reception.

Once the ceremony + cocktail hour ended on the first floor, guests moved upstairs via the floral enhanced stairway to where the band welcomed everyone with a lively dance set before the three delicious dinner stations from Big Burrito were open. The attention to custom detail was apparent during the day + night, from custom monogrammed signature drinks, to the monogrammed band backdrop to the cappuccinos made to look like Jaime + Aaron’s adorable dog who had to miss the celebration. It was a gorgeous night to remember + SHE couldn’t be happier for Jaime + Aaron.

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: The Museum Lab
Reception: The Museum Lab
Photography: Hot Metal Studio
Catering: Big Burrito
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Stationery: Fresh Cut Prints
Custom Items: Vast Made Studios + Speedpro Pittsburgh
Cake + Desserts: Alex Robba Cake + Bella Christie
Entertainment: Giambelli Quartet + Nightsong
Lighting: Every Event AV
Videography: Pictory
Hair + Makeup: Hannah Conard Beauty

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Ann + Hunter

Ann + Hunter were like many couples this year, faced with the challenge of changing their long awaited wedding plans. They made the best of it + had a gorgeous tented wedding in August at a family friend’s estate. This was no ordinary tent, SHE made sure as soon as guests stepped inside, it felt like you had stepped into a ballroom. The silky pale pink draping that paneled the sides of the tent, the hardwood floor, + the thousands of twinkling lights hanging from the ceiling created the perfect space for Ann + Hunter’s reception. Despite the challenges this year provided, Ann + Hunter created a safe atmosphere for their guests + SHE was so happy to have planned this special day for a beautiful inside + out couple!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Heinz Chapel
Reception: Private Estate
Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography
Videography: Post Script Productions
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Allison McGeary Florist
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Bella Christie
Catering: Kimberley Ashlee Catering
Entertainment: Bachelor Boys
Makeup: Beauty Justified LLC
Hair: Beauty Justified LLC