Pronounced like Carrie not Car-e, just so you know. I started this business in 2014 after getting laid off from a job that I was starting to feel miserable in and knew life didn't have to be this way. Fortunately for me, it gave me time to reflect and figure out what I wanted to do. I had a background in nonprofit work, event planning and photography but was trying to figure out what that looked like. After a few twists and turns, I ended up starting my business and meshing my love for photography, events and weddings and here I am 10+ years later doing something I love. To make a greater impact through business, I support and donate frequently to Everytown for Gun Safety. As a gun violence survivor, it's important for me to take this issue head on and support gun reform in every way I can.
I go to bed excited about my morning latte, I'm very into latte art and have a desire to open up a coffee cart and coffee shop some day. Fall is my favorite time of year next to Christmas. You can win me over with Randy's donuts or taking me out for Sushi. I love photography and have been photographing people and places since I was a little kid.
I'm a proud small town farm girl from Iowa. I love traveling, the outdoors and camping. Yosemite is one of my favorite places in the world (if you haven't been, please go!) I can speak enough Spanish to get by and hope to one day be completely fluent. I believe wholeheartedly in the goodness of people, standing up for what you believe in and that kindness goes a long way. Thanks for being here and supporting my business.
Over the years, our couples have loved every minute of working together and often say that we were the best decision they made in the planning process! We feel honored to hear that and love our clients so much that we feel like friends at the end of it. We want you to feel cared for and at ease throughout it all knowing we have your back and your best interest at heart.
Don't Just take it from us!
We believe wedding planning should be as exciting as the big day itself—no stress, no drama, just pure joy! Our approach is simple: we get to know you, your style, and your vision, then we bring it all to life with ease. We handle the details, big and small, so you can focus on what matters most, celebrating your love, creating memories and being present with your family and friends. From start to finish, we curate epic weddings that feel as amazing as they look, leaving you saying, "That was exactly us! This was the best wedding ever!" No stress, just fun and an unforgettable experience for everyone.
Our Approach
Know Your Guest Count Before You Do Anything Else
Top Wedding Advice
Your Budget Will Be Higher Than You Thought
Something People are surprised by
Live Food Stations
Current Wedding Obsession
Cake Cutting and Wedding Parties
Something couples are no longer doing
Not Doing What they Want and Taking Others Advice
Something couples regret
"We couldn't speak more highly of Kari! She immediately understood our vision and made our big day the wedding of our dreams. Kari is highly proactive and detail oriented, offering thoughtful suggestions throughout the planning process stemming from her experience. Her support allowed us to be fully present at our wedding; we didn't have to worry about a thing."
Laurance and Jordan, 2023
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