Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Orlando Wedding Planner
At Blue Ribbon Weddings, we specialize in creating unforgettable wedding experiences through our boutique full-service approach. With a commitment to personalized attention, we limit the number of weddings we coordinate annually to ensure exceptional quality and focus for each couple. Our team offers unlimited guidance in developing your event's design, concept, and budget, systematically managing every detail from initial planning to flawless execution. Based in Orlando, Florida, we serve Central and North Florida couples while embracing destination weddings across the U.S. Our expertise combines over a decade of hospitality management experience, including work with luxury brands like The Ritz-Carlton and Hunter Vision LASIK.We pride ourselves on transforming complex logistics into seamless celebrations, incorporating unique personal touches that reflect each couple's story. Our planners bring extensive industry knowledge from diverse backgrounds in event management, floral design, and vendor coordination. With a focus on stress-free planning, we handle intricate details like contract negotiations, timeline creation, and vendor synchronization. Our track record includes over 169 weddings with budgets ranging from $80,000 to $250,000, consistently exceeding client expectations through meticulous organization and creative vision.
Services
Full Service Wedding Planning
Event Design
Destination Weddings
Vendor Coordination
Floral Design
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized full-service wedding planning with limited client capacity for focused attention
- Our team combines 10+ years of luxury hospitality experience from brands like Ritz-Carlton and Hunter Vision
- We implement a systematic planning process with detailed timelines and vendor coordination
- We specialize in unique personal touches that reflect each couple's story and preferences
- Our proven track record includes over 169 weddings with budgets up to $250,000
What people say
Stress-free planning
Flawless execution
Creative vision
Personalized attention
Exceeded expectations
Services
Full Service Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning service covers every detail from initial concept to final execution. We develop personalized timelines, manage vendor coordination, and handle budget oversight while incorporating unique personal touches that reflect each couple's story. With experience managing weddings up to $250,000, our planners ensure seamless execution through detailed organization and proactive problem-solving. Our boutique approach limits client capacity to maintain focused attention on each event.
Event Design
We create cohesive event designs that blend timeless elegance with personalized elements. Our designers develop color palettes, select decor elements, and coordinate floral arrangements that reflect each couple's style. From intimate backyard ceremonies to grand tented receptions, we ensure every detail aligns with the desired ambiance while maintaining functional flow for guests. Our design boards help visualize concepts before implementation.
Vendor Coordination
Our team handles all vendor communications and contract negotiations, working with trusted partners in photography, catering, and entertainment. We ensure all suppliers understand event requirements through detailed briefings and timelines. This comprehensive coordination extends to venue logistics, transportation, and day-of setup, guaranteeing seamless collaboration between all service providers for flawless execution.
Destination Weddings
We specialize in coordinating weddings outside our local area, with experience in various U.S. locations. Our destination services include venue research, local vendor selection, and travel logistics planning. We handle all coordination details remotely while maintaining the same level of personalized attention and organizational rigor as local events.
Floral Design
Our floral design service creates custom arrangements that complement each wedding's theme. We work closely with couples to select appropriate flowers and design elements that match their vision and budget. From ceremony backdrops to reception centerpieces, our designs enhance the overall event aesthetic while ensuring practical considerations like durability and guest visibility.
People
Katie Scully
Owner + Wedding Director
With hospitality management experience from UCF's Rosen College and luxury brands like The Ritz-Carlton, Katie founded Blue Ribbon Weddings in 2015. Her background includes event management for Track Shack Events and Hunter Vision LASIK, developing the organizational skills that now ensure flawless wedding execution for her clients.
Em Gibbons
Sr. Lead Wedding Planner
A former criminal justice professional turned wedding planner, Em brings exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail from her New England wedding planning experience. She joined Blue Ribbon after relocating to Orlando, quickly becoming a key team member known for her calm demeanor and photographic memory in managing complex event details.
Questions
What services does Blue Ribbon Weddings offer?
We provide full-service wedding planning, event design, vendor coordination, floral design, and destination wedding services. Our comprehensive approach covers every detail from initial concept to day-of execution.
Do you serve areas outside Orlando?
While based in Orlando, we primarily serve Central and North Florida couples, with experience handling weddings across South Florida and various U.S. destination locations.
How does your planning process work?
Our process includes three phases: initial consultation and budgeting, design development with personalized questionnaires, and final coordination with detailed timelines. We handle vendor bookings, contract negotiations, and create cohesive design concepts.
What's your experience level?
Since 2015, we've planned over 169 weddings with budgets ranging from $80,000 to $250,000. Our team brings extensive hospitality experience from luxury brands like The Ritz-Carlton and Hunter Vision.
How do you handle unexpected issues?
Our planners proactively anticipate challenges, with detailed contingency plans for weather changes and vendor issues. We've successfully managed last-minute changes while maintaining seamless execution for all clients.
