Meet Heather Grae

Heather Grae, the mastermind behind unforgettable weddings, seamlessly blends timeless traditions with bespoke touches, resulting in lavish celebrations that capture hearts.

For nearly two decades, Heather has curated meticulously detailed and highly personalized events. Her expertise extends to high-end, full-service event planning and bespoke design. Heather’s work has been celebrated by renowned publications including Vogue, Over the Moon, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Brides.

She has been inducted into the Knot’s Hall of Fame for being voted as a “Best Of” planner for 17 years in a row. Heather’s peers consistently describe her as forward-thinking, influential, delightfully fun, and highly effective. These accolades have secured her a spot on multiple preferred vendor lists across the country.

An Elevated Experience

Delivering an elevated experience means creating moments that surpass expectations at every turn. It involves tailoring each detail to reflect our clients’ unique story and vision. We strive to make the planning process as seamless and enjoyable as the celebration itself. Our goal is not just to plan weddings but to curate experiences that our clients and their guests will cherish forever.

With more than two decades of expertise in luxury and destination wedding planning and event design, we invite you to release those overwhelming feelings and place your complete trust in us. We’ve got this—every detail, every nuance, and every magical moment. Put your dream celebration in our very capable hands and let us plan you the party of a lifetime. So go ahead, savor that espresso martini and dance the night away—we’ve got this.

The Backstory

After planning her own wedding, Heather discovered a gap in the industry for a contemporary planner who could seamlessly combine event design with deeply personalized experiences for couples. In 2004, she entered the wedding world as a dynamic innovator, at a time when professional planners were a rarity—except in Hollywood movies!

Heather is truly one of a kind! She is celebrated for her ability to set trends rather than follow them, showcasing her creativity as a forward-thinking, Type-A visionary. Known for her knack for conceptualizing unique design ideas (sometimes even in her dreams!), Heather’s standout strengths lie in event design and skillful negotiation. It’s these exceptional talents, combined with her vibrant and fun personality—a cornerstone of her values—that make her beloved by clients and admired across the industry.

“Thank you so much for everything. For your (absurdly) timely responses, for your attention to detail, for not only interpreting but understanding every thought, vision and request. I could not have imagined a better wedding planner if I tried. You were the exact person we needed in the exact moments we needed you most. I can’t tell you how many times the phrase “we would die without Heather” came out of my mouth. Believe me when I say I have shared your information at least a dozen times already and will always do so in the future. Thank you for making our dreams come true!”

“Heather – I know this entire wedding was like a sharp stick in the eye at times but man, are we grateful that we had you by our side.  We know we don’t even know half of what you wrangled, wrestled, and dragged into place.  But we sure felt the end result.  Thanks for everything you did, for keeping us on track, and for making our day absolutely perfect in every way. We are so grateful for everything – thank you.”

 

“Heather is the absolute best! She assisted us through every step of the planning process and ensured that our day was perfect. She is so well-connected and respected within the wedding vendor community and made excellent recommendations for each of our vendors. No matter what small hiccups we encountered along the way, she was always reachable and would quickly take care of any issue that arose. If you have Heather planning your wedding, you can trust that everything will be set up as you envisioned and will go off without a hitch. Because of her, we were able to enjoy the day and didn’t have to think about the logistics at all! They are amazing planners and absolutely wonderful people! We cannot recommend Heather Grae enough!“

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