Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Dream Ocean City Beach Wedding Awaits
Barefoot Beach Bride is a premier wedding management company serving Ocean City, Maryland. With over 25 years of combined experience, we specialize in creating stress-free, budget-friendly beach weddings and events. Our full-service offerings include ceremony planning, reception coordination, venue rental at Coastal 59, in-house floral design through Barefoot Florals, and professional photography. Founded in 2011 and led by owner-operator Jodie Meeks, we provide personalized planning tools, transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and a proprietary management system to streamline every detail.Our mission is to deliver timeless, well-executed weddings that reflect each couple's unique vision while maintaining exceptional service standards. We hold industry certifications and have received international recognition, including being named among the top 50 wedding planners worldwide. Our team combines decades of hospitality expertise with local knowledge to ensure seamless celebrations, rain or shine, through our dedicated coordinators and backup venue options.
Services
Beach Wedding Planning
Venue Rental
Floral Design
Wedding Photography
Catering Services
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of combined wedding planning experience with industry certifications
- All-inclusive packages with transparent pricing and no hidden fees
- In-house floral design and venue management for seamless coordination
- Proprietary planning system with real-time itinerary and budget tracking
- Award-winning team recognized as top planners by international publications
Associations and certifications
- Association of Bridal Consultants
What people say
Absolutely flawless
Stress-free planning
Beautiful photos
Impeccable service
Perfect day
Services
Beach Wedding Planning
Our expert planners create personalized beach weddings from elopements to full celebrations. Services include timeline creation, vendor management, and day-of coordination. Couples receive access to our proprietary planning portal for real-time updates and budget tracking, ensuring every detail aligns with their vision while maintaining stress-free execution.
Coastal 59 Venue Rental
This 2,000 sq ft industrial-style venue accommodates weddings up to 150 guests. Features include warehouse windows, painted brick walls, and modern lighting. Packages include tables, linens, sound system access, and customizable decor options. The space provides seamless transitions from beach ceremonies to evening receptions with full setup and breakdown services.
Barefoot Florals
Our in-house florist creates custom arrangements for ceremonies and receptions. Services include bridal bouquets, centerpieces, arch decorations, and wedding party flowers. Clients choose from pre-designed options or request custom creations using seasonal blooms. The team ensures cohesive styling that complements each couple's chosen theme and venue aesthetics.
Wedding Photography
Professional photographers capture ceremonies with digital files and full printing rights. Services include coverage of key moments, posed portraits, and candid shots. Packages offer varying hours of coverage and gallery sizes. All photographers use advanced equipment to ensure high-quality images that preserve memories of the ceremony, reception, and special details.
Catering Services
Full-service catering includes customizable menus with options like taco bars, BBQ buffets, and traditional American fare. Services cover food preparation, service staff, premium dinnerware, and dietary accommodation. Clients receive tasting consultations and can upgrade to premium menu selections. Catering integrates seamlessly with venue rentals and reception packages for complete event management.
People
Jodie Meeks
President/Owner
With 25+ years in wedding planning and former automotive industry leadership, Jodie founded Barefoot Beach Bride in 2011. She developed the proprietary BBB Management System for seamless planning and has received international recognition as a top 50 global wedding planner. Her expertise ensures stress-free celebrations with meticulous attention to detail.
Amber Nielsen
Chief Venue Coordinator
Leading Barefoot Florals with 10+ years of design experience, Amber specializes in creating fresh floral arrangements for weddings. She manages venue operations at Coastal 59 and ensures cohesive styling across ceremonies and receptions. Her background in event design contributes to the company's signature aesthetic and client satisfaction.
Questions
Do you offer all-inclusive wedding packages?
Yes, we provide packages from intimate elopements to grand celebrations with transparent pricing that includes planning, officiant, photography, and venue access.
Can we customize our wedding package?
All packages allow upgrades to floral selections, catering options, and additional services. Our planners help tailor details to match your vision and budget.
Is Coastal 59 venue available for non-wedding events?
While primarily for weddings, Coastal 59 can host private celebrations like vow renewals and rehearsal dinners with customized planning services.
Do you provide day-of coordination for off-site weddings?
We offer limited off-site planning services in Ocean City and Bishopville, prioritizing quality through our experienced coordinators and established vendor network.
What happens if weather disrupts our beach ceremony?
All packages include a backup indoor space at Coastal 59 to ensure seamless celebrations regardless of weather conditions without additional charges.
How does your planning system work?
Our proprietary BBB Management System provides real-time access to timelines, budgets, and vendor communications through a personalized planning portal for efficient coordination.
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