event planners + designers

On our team we firmly believe in meaningfulness. That’s why we will be in the back of the church dabbing at tears. Or asking to see your non-profits mission statement. Or calling you when we hear a great song for a processional we think you will like. Or stopping in our tracks when it’s time for speeches. We can’t help it. We believe in the importance of celebrating well.

Many event planners are not designers. We are sort of obsessed with it. Influenced by fashion, interior design, graphic design, art and even film…..we fill our imagination from many “wells of creativity”, but are truly inspired by YOU.

When we work together, we ask many questions to understand you and your event. We aim to make your event truly meaningful, a reflection of what matters most to you, so we can create a special event that captures the essence of your vision.

We even want to hear about what doesn’t matter to you, so we can focus on what does. We feel the personal relationships we create with our clients help us create better events for them. And from time to time, you will get to hear a bit about us and where our experience, vision and expertise comes from.

With extensive experience, we specialize in cultural customs, flowers, food, attire, music, and handling weather. We actively seek information and build relationships with professionals for top event advice. We continually learn and improve through education and industry collaboration.

In the end, we'll gather your event preferences, add our expertise (and a few surprises), and organize a detailed, well-planned event. We want you to relax and enjoy as a guest and co-creator.

Ready to meet the crew?

Shellie Reid Warner

Owner, Event Planner & Designer

I came into event planning organically with no real intention to focus on events, but always naturally drawn to designing, planning, organizing, and ultimately……celebrating!  From the early days of hosting parties, school events, and family weddings, I quietly moved on to more challenging festivals, competitive events, and non-profit fundraisers.

Events just became what I did well, and loved the most.

From cake decorating to photography, gardening to calligraphy (a lefty’s nightmare!), I’ve always been drawn to creativity. Toss in my love for planning, spreadsheets, and organizing, and it was inevitable I'd land in event planning.

When I'm not immersed in events, you’ll find me hunting antiques and mixing the old with the new. I love the outdoors, sunny beaches, and relaxing in the sun. Patina is my favorite color, chocolate my go-to flavor, and kittens my weakness. My three kids are my world, but nothing beats a cozy cuddle with my husband, our two dogs, and four cats. (Yep, we’re maxed out!)

Jill Reiner

assistant planner

• Jill is likely to be moving so fast she is a blur

• She travels all over the country and can speak fluent “wine” since she has made any and all wineries and vineyards, a consistent destination.

• She is our in-house timeline expert and will build in time for you to breathe, pee and rest on your day!

• If you cannot find Jill, she is likely eating her lunch at 10 am somewhere on the premises to prevent getting hangry.

• Ordering furniture is her jam and she loves to cut unnecessary items at the last minute to save our clients’ money.

• Jill provides sunshine and paper towels on rainy days, but seldom has the need for the paper towels

• Understands bustles. Nuff said.

Jennifer Oswald

assistant planner

• Jen can be counted on for great ideas & opinions on event design and tiny details.

• She will scrub a spot (also known as ca-ca) to make sure every linen is perfect.

• She also moonlights as a bridal therapist with her amazing listening skills!

• Her fun personality will entertain crowds (should the DJ not show up) and makes even the most nervous groomsmen relax.

• She doesn’t sweat. Period.

• If you aren’t sure which of us is Jen, look for the one dressed the best and the perfect hair.

• “Hustle” is her middle name and “results” is her game.

• If you want your silverware parallel and polished…she’s your gal.

Taylor Miller

assistant planner & graphic designer

• Taylor designs signage, paper goods, and more signage to tell guests where to go, what to do and what they’re eating when they get there.

• Challenge her with a cool menu card or table number and she will blow you away

• Designs those gorgeous packages for NEST candles (you know the one’s!) when she is not working events

• She talks “snark”, so if you appreciate a humorous message, she’s your writer!

• Loves ballroom dancing .

• Casts a calming effect to all those around her (even in the chaos of shuttle buses stuck in mud!).

• Cats, over dogs.

• Knows her way with a generator and will work hard to conceal it in large patch of poison ivy without even a whimper.