Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Wilmington, NC
At Salt Harbor Designs, we specialize in crafting personalized wedding experiences that reflect each couple's unique story. Founded in 2007 by Jennifer Rose, our team combines over 30 years of collective event planning expertise with artistic vision to deliver seamless coordination and distinctive design. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates meticulous planners, creative designers, and floral specialists who collaborate to transform concepts into memorable celebrations. We prioritize authentic storytelling through thoughtful details, from venue selection to floral arrangements and paper design. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition in prestigious publications like Martha Stewart and The Knot.With offices in Wilmington, NC, we serve coastal destinations including Figure Eight Island and Wrightsville Beach. Our process emphasizes clear communication, budget management, and vendor coordination to ensure stress-free events. We maintain transparency throughout planning, providing detailed estimates and flexible spending options. Our in-house floral expertise and extensive dcor inventory enable cohesive design execution. Client satisfaction remains our highest priority, as evidenced by our numerous five-star reviews and repeat clientele.
Services
Wedding Planning
Floral Design
Event Coordination
Paper Design
Commercial Styling
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of professional wedding planning experience since 2007
- Our team includes certified event coordinators and floral designers
- We maintain a $7,000 minimum goods budget for quality assurance
- We provide in-house floral design and dcor inventory management
- Our planners ensure seamless execution with detailed timeline management
What people say
Perfect fairy tale wedding
Stress-free affair
Exceeded expectations
Professional execution
Authentic storytelling
Services
Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning services ensure seamless execution from initial concept to final details. We manage vendor selection, budget tracking, timeline creation, and day-of coordination. Our planners specialize in creating personalized experiences while maintaining logistical precision. Clients receive dedicated support throughout the planning process with regular progress updates and contingency planning.
Floral Design
We create custom floral arrangements that reflect each couple's unique style and event narrative. Our services include bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and large-scale installations using locally sourced materials. Our designers work closely with clients to develop cohesive floral concepts that complement venue architecture and seasonal availability.
Event Design
Our design team develops cohesive visual narratives through color consulting, spatial planning, and dcor selection. Services include invitation design, tabletop arrangements, lighting schemes, and custom signage creation. We ensure every element works harmoniously to tell the couple's story while maintaining functional event flow.
Paper Design
We offer complete paper design solutions from save-the-dates to day-of materials. Our services include custom invitation suites, escort cards, menus, and directional signage. All paper elements are designed to coordinate with the overall event aesthetic while maintaining practical functionality for guests.
Commercial Styling
Our styling expertise extends to commercial photography and promotional content creation. We provide concept development, spatial design, and prop styling for businesses seeking authentic visual storytelling. Services include interior styling, food presentation, and model coordination for marketing campaigns.
People
Jennifer Rose
Owner & Event Designer
Founder with Master's in creative writing and 17 years of floral design experience. Specializes in botanical storytelling and cohesive event narratives.
Jenne Harris
Project Manager
15-year floral industry veteran known for complex installations. Joined team in 2005, bringing expertise in large-scale event logistics and floral engineering.
Sara Levesque
Event Coordinator
Certified planner with international hospitality experience. Manages event timelines and vendor coordination since joining in 2008.
Anna Mintz
Office Manager
Business management graduate who has organized operations since 2007. Oversees scheduling, contracts, and client communications.
Questions
What services do you offer for destination weddings?
We provide full-service planning for coastal North Carolina locations including Figure Eight Island and Bald Head Island with travel fees applying to destinations beyond Wilmington.
Can we use our own florist or designer?
We require exclusive floral services but work with approved vendors for other services. Our preferred vendor list includes trusted partners for tents and power equipment.
What's included in your planning packages?
Packages range from day-of coordination to full planning, covering vendor management, timeline creation, budget tracking, and ceremony/reception direction.
How do you handle budget management?
We provide detailed estimates with flexible spending options. Clients must spend minimum $2,000 on flowers/paper and $7,000 total on goods through our services.
Do you offer commercial styling services?
Yes, we provide concept consulting, spatial design, and prop styling for marketing campaigns and promotional shoots.
