What makes you or your business stand out and why should a couple hire you?

My business stands out because I offer a personal, stress-free, detail-oriented, and creative approach. This positions my company as not just another wedding planning company, but as a trusted partner in crafting memorable weddings. Couples should hire me because of my professionalism and attention to detail, which makes clients feel confident and valued.

What's a fun or unusual fact about you or your company?

Fun fact about me, I have a deep admiration for butterflies and the way they gracefully embrace life's changes.

How did you get started as a wedding pro?

While working at Royal Caribbean, I began planning events. I had the opportunity to organize corporate events for companies like Avon, Coca-Cola, High Seas Rally, and many others. After working with Royal Caribbean for over 13 years, I decided to transition to Orlando and completed a certification class with Lovegevity. Upon receiving my certification, I launched my own wedding planning business, as this has always been a passion of mine.

Share a piece of advice to reduce stress in the wedding planning process.

It's important to set realistic expectations to reduce stress when planning a wedding. Keep in mind that life isn't perfect, and not everything may go as planned. However, maintaining open communication with your partner can help both of you manage stress together.

What's your favorite wedding tradition and why?

One of my favorite wedding traditions is the unity ceremony because it signifies two individuals coming together as one, which I find beautiful.

Tell us more about the couples you usually get the pleasure of working with.

I've had the pleasure of working with several amazing couples, all of whom were working couples looking to plan a stress-free wedding.

What are some of the best compliments you've received from your clients?

Some of the best compliments I’ve received from clients were for exceptional service and an unforgettable experience. Working with Christina was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Christina is awesome and phenomenal, and there are many more compliments.

What is included in your most popular packages?

Full Wedding Planning includes the following:; Months Before; • Initial consultation sessions.; • Unlimited phone and email communication.; • At least three planning sessions throughout the process.; • Assistance with preparing and maintaining a comprehensive wedding budget, tracking deposits and payment schedules.; • Providing a detailed planning checklist.; • Join the couple for site visits and assist with selecting and booking the ceremony and reception venues.; • Assistance with design: determining a color palette, theme, and style of the wedding.; • Provide guidance on wedding trends and etiquette.; • Assist with bride and groom attire and accessorizing, if desired.; • Assist with bridal party attire.; • Provide recommendations for suitable vendors based on style and budget, schedule and attend meetings with bride + groom, review contracts and assist with negotiation, and take care of all communication throughout the planning process. MyLuvh Wedding & Events will act as the liaison between vendors and the bride + groom.; • Rental selections and sourcing of any décor items that are not found through rental companies.; • Planning and coordinating with design related vendors (linens, florist, etc.) to ensure a consistent look and feel.; • Assist with the selection of save the dates, invitations, place cards/escort cards, table numbers, programs, menus, and other day of details, etc.; • Provide guidance for wording etiquette for various printed pieces (save the date, invitation, menus, programs, etc.); • Assist with the selection of wedding favors.; • Track RSVPs and list of guests that will be attending.; • Assist with ceremony planning.; • Assist with setting up hotel blocks for out-of-town guests.; • Assist with sourcing welcome bags/boxes. MyLuvh Wedding & Events can design and assemble custom welcome bags/boxes (additional costs associated).; • Schedule and book transportation for out-of-town guests, family, and the bridal party.; • Advise on menu planning, as well as scheduling and attending the tasting with the caterer and bride + groom.; • Provide and help with maintaining spreadsheets for tracking guest list, RSVPs, guest table assignments (and meal choices if applicable), shot list for the photographer, and a list of songs you wish the DJ to play or not play, etc.; • Assist with rehearsal dinner planning and coordination.; Month of the Wedding; • Create a detailed wedding day timeline, layout, and contact list for all vendors.; • Send a timeline to all vendors 3 weeks prior to the wedding date and receive confirmation from all vendors.; • Set up and lead a final site walk-through with all necessary vendors.; • Final planning meeting with the bride + groom to go over all final details.; Week of the Wedding; • Collect any wedding items that are being provided by the bride + groom that are to be set up on the wedding day, such as candles, favors, toasting flutes, serving pieces, guest book, etc.; • Collect final payments and gratuities, from the bride + groom, for vendors that will be passed out by MyLuvh Wedding & Events on the wedding day (checks to be placed in separately marked envelopes).; • Final confirmation of all details and vendor arrival times.; • Send out the final version of the day of timeline and contract list.; • Assemble welcome bags, if applicable, and deliver to the hotel(s) to be placed in guest rooms.; • Coordinate ceremony rehearsals with (or without) the officiant and bridal party.; • Coordinate the rehearsal dinner, if needed.; • Lead all vendor walk-throughs.; Wedding Day; • Attend and assist with directing the wedding ceremony.; • Review rentals upon arrival (if applicable); • Receive any other deliveries and greet all vendors.; • Work closely with the catering staff and all vendors to ensure the set up is done according to all vendor contracts.; • Ensure transportation is coordinated properly and on time.; • Manage and coordinate transportation for family and guests.; • Provide access to our emergency kit.; • Provide and place restroom amenities basket.; • Set up all day of details such as signage, escort cards, table numbers, menus, favors, etc.; • Conduct final lighting, sound, and temperature inspection prior to guest arrival.; • Oversee timely “flip” of room from ceremony to reception, if necessary.; • Work closely with the photographer/videographer to ensure all details are captured.; • Distribution of final payments and gratuities to vendors.; • Final check of all guest tables to ensure number of seats and table numbers are as planned.; • Cue the DJ/Band as necessary for any announcements to remain on schedule (bridal party entrance, first dances, speeches, cake cutting, etc.); • Main point of contact for all vendors throughout the setup and during the event should any questions or issues arise.; • Manage and remedy all moment-to-moment challenges.; • Collection of any personal items (toasting flutes, guestbook, etc.) and gifts and coordinate packing them into the car of a family member or friend that was decided.; • Coordinate the organization of all items to be picked up by rental companies, florist, etc. (if applicable); • Oversee the strike (breakdown) of the venue.; • All day support and wedding coverage.; • Coordinate after-party and/or post wedding brunch (additional costs associated).

What is a unique tip you tell your couples that is specific to your vendor category?

Maximize your investment by investing in a month-of coordinator. Making this smart decision will help you make the most of your wedding budget and still have assistance for a stress-free wedding.

What current trends have you seen at weddings?

There are so many new trends I’ve seen but one that’s trending a lot is the magazine photo booth.

What advice would you give a couple who is starting the search for the perfect venue?

Your wedding venue serves as the backdrop for one of the most cherished days of your life. Define your style, budget wisely, choose a conveniently located venue, ensure your wedding date is available, and select a venue that has a weather contingency plan.

What services do you offer?

Day of Coordination –; Support beginning 3 weeks before your wedding day; Initial Planning Session; Vendor Coordination; Ceremony and Reception Coordination; Final Timeline Creation and Distribution; Point of contact for all vendors and guests; Up to 6-8 hours of Wedding Day Coverage; Emergency Kit and On-site problem solving; Month of Coordination/Event Management –; Support begins 6-8 weeks before your wedding day; Initial Planning Session; Vendor Confirmation and Communication; Final Timeline Creation and Distribution; Final Venue Walkthrough (if needed); Ceremony and Reception Coordination; Rehearsal coordination (1 hour); Supervise the setup and break down; Full Wedding Day Management; Emergency Kit and On-site problem solving; Partial Planning –; Planning Stage (Begins 8-6 months before the wedding); Initial Planning Session; Ongoing Communication; Vendor Support; Planning Tools; Budget Management; Printed Material Guidance; Guest Accommodation and Logistics; And so much more; Full Planning –; Planning Stage (Begins immediately after booking); Ongoing Planning Session; Unlimited Communication; Vendor Support and Vendor Selection; Planning Tools; Budget Management; Printed Material Guidance; Logistics and Rentals; Guest Experience and Transportation; And so much more