Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding & Event Planning Services in Hamden, CT
Creative Concepts by Lisa has been redefining event planning and design since 2008, specializing in creating personalized weddings and events that reflect each client's unique style. Our expertise spans traditional, romantic, modern, and unconventional themes, with a commitment to inclusivity across cultures, faiths, and budgets. With a team of seasoned professionals, we offer comprehensive services including vendor curation, timeline management, and day-of coordination. Our geographic reach extends from The Hamptons to Maine, supported by a network of trusted partners. The 2025 launch of Creative Consignments expands our offerings to include dress and dcor sales. Our approach combines artistic vision with meticulous execution, ensuring clients become the focal point of their celebrations.As an award-winning firm, we maintain active involvement in every project, from initial concept to final execution. Our 17+ years of industry experience and client-centric philosophy have established us as leaders in event production. We prioritize transparent communication and adaptability, accommodating both intimate gatherings and large-scale productions. Our team's diverse backgrounds in theater, hospitality, and arts management contribute to our innovative problem-solving capabilities. Client satisfaction remains our highest priority, evidenced by our 98% repeat referral rate.
Services
Wedding Planning
Event Design
Justice of the Peace
Special Events Coordination
Creative Consignments
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of industry experience with diverse event types
- Personalized approach to client-specific design requirements
- Proven vendor network across New England and beyond
- Comprehensive timeline management and day-of coordination
- Multidisciplinary team with arts and hospitality backgrounds
What people say
Stress-free wedding day
Expert vendor selection
Creative problem-solving
Personalized design approach
Flawless execution
Services
Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning service guides couples through every stage from initial concept to final execution. With personalized vendor selection, timeline development, and budget management, we ensure seamless coordination. Our team's theater and hospitality backgrounds enable creative problem-solving for unique challenges.
Event Design
We transform venues into personalized environments that reflect clients' unique styles and stories. Our design process incorporates thematic elements, color palettes, and decorative components tailored to each occasion's specific requirements and budget parameters.
Justice of the Peace
As a licensed Connecticut Justice of the Peace and ordained minister, we provide officiant services for weddings and commitment ceremonies. Our approach combines legal compliance with personalized ceremony creation that reflects couples' values and traditions.
Special Events Coordination
We manage diverse events including corporate functions, nonprofit galas, and cultural celebrations. Our services cover logistics planning, vendor management, and on-site execution for occasions ranging from intimate gatherings to 600-guest productions.
Creative Consignments
Opening in 2025, this service offers new and gently used wedding dresses alongside decorative elements for events. The consignment store provides cost-effective options while maintaining environmental responsibility through item reuse.
People
Lisa Antonecchia
Owner, Lead Planner and Designer
With 20+ years in event planning, Lisa combines theater production experience with creative vision. A Boston Conservatory graduate, she specializes in transforming client concepts into reality while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and logistical precision.
Traci Pessina
Associate Planner, Wedding and Event Manager
Bringing 17 years of industry experience, Traci focuses on event coordination and client relations. Her background in sports and entertainment management enables effective handling of both large-scale productions and intimate celebrations with equal dedication.
Kelly Wilcox
Wedding & Event Manager
Specializing in timeline coordination and on-site execution, Kelly ensures smooth event operations. Her organizational expertise and adaptability, developed through higher education event planning, support flawless implementation of complex schedules.
Ann Reed
Wedding & Event Manager
With extensive hospitality industry experience, Ann manages event logistics and catering coordination. Her background in food and beverage operations ensures comprehensive attention to culinary aspects of client events.
Joanna Tuneski
Wedding & Event Manager
A Johnson & Wales graduate with hotel industry experience, Joanna specializes in resort event planning. Her background in catering sales and client relations supports effective management of destination weddings and luxury celebrations.
Questions
What types of events do you plan?
We specialize in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate events, nonprofit galas, outdoor celebrations, and private parties up to 600 guests.
Do you serve areas outside Connecticut?
Yes, we serve all New England states including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, and Maine with travel arrangements.
How experienced is your team?
Our team collectively has over 100 years of event planning experience, with individual members averaging 10+ years in the industry.
What is Creative Consignments?
Opening in 2025, it's our new retail venture offering new and gently used wedding dresses and decorative event items.
Are you available for 2026 events?
We're limiting 2026 availability, so early booking is recommended to secure preferred dates.
