Chief Event Officer, Keeshah, has been planning & coordinating events since 1994 and has a special "gift" in customer relations and serving the public. "I work with brides who struggle with being stressed out and overwhelmed in their wedding planning process and/or have no idea where to begin. What separates my service from other wedding planners is that I know the secrets to creating a wedding day that is customized, personalized, and centered around who you are. Because of this, my brides are able to relax, let loose and enjoy their wedding planning experience and wedding day. I guarantee to provide you with an event and service that will exceed your expectations. "
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your professional background and what inspired you to start your own business?
I have been in Event planning since I was 13 years old and in High School. After High School it spilled over to College. During those times it was pretty much dances, parties, and other school related events. After College I hosted my own dinner parties, baby showers and other events. I took a hiatus for a while due to a travel job I had and the next major event I had was planning my own destination wedding. I'm pretty sure the goal of most couples is to save as much money as possible. Can you provide the different options that are available? There are quite a few options: You can always go with tradition and just scale it back to meet your budget; There's getting married with the Justice of the Peace or Courthouse; having a Destination Wedding; A home wedding...there are quite a few different routes a couple can go.
What are 5 important tips that you can provide couples to consider during the planning stages of a wedding ceremony? 1. Consider your budget but don't cheapen your experience. 2. Focus on what you and your Fiancé want; outside suggestions are great, but can often deter you from what you really want. 3. Be reasonable and realistic. 4. Narrow down what really matters to you and your Fiancé 5. Don't be afraid to ask for help
What are the services provided by Elegance Wedding Affairs? Petite Elegance Wedding Affairs is a full service wedding company that offers wedding planning & consulting, wedding ceremonies as well as weddings and mini receptions. The goal of our Wedding Salon is to cater to the couples that prefer an intimate and elegant wedding ceremony and may be considering a courthouse ceremony or vow renewal. We have packages that range from just the ceremony to a ceremony and mini reception. We also provide full scale wedding planning, consulting, and coordination for those that are considering a larger wedding. We want you to have a beautiful and memorable wedding experience. You do not have to worry about a thing. We will be sure to cater to you and ensure this day is special for you as well as your friends and family in attendance.
Do you find that a lot of couples that elect to have a court house wedding follow with an elegant wedding reception? It's really split down the middle. A lot of people may not consider a Courthouse ceremony because it seems so impersonal and it's not “brag worthy.” That's why we developed the Wedding Salon to eliminate that and keep our couples from 1. delaying marriage and 2. feeling like they can't have a beautiful wedding without spending a fortune.
Are you able to assist clients nationwide? Definitely, we are looking to expand our business. Currently we serve the PA Tristate and DMV areas.
Is this your full-time job or part-time job? It is full time in addition to being a stay at home Mother.
What did you do prior to being a wedding coordinator? I was a Customer Training Professional for a Automotive software company.
Do you only work to plan weddings and special events or do you also work as a concierge? We plan events, weddings, and provide concierge services (concierge services-assistant to the bride)
What type of formal training have you had? I am certified Wedding Consultant by Black Bride & Groom
Do you employ other people to help you plan events? Yes, we have additional staff to meet your needs as well as ours
How many event managers do you bring with you to a wedding? It depends on the size of your wedding
Is there an extra charge for additional staff? Yes, if it is not included in your package
Do you personally attend every wedding? Yes
What if you become ill or cannot come to the wedding, who will stand in for you? We have other trained and trusted coordinators that will take over
Do you charge for an initial meeting? No
Please don’t hesitate to call us with any other questions.
