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17 Years
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Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Seattle & Bellingham
Founded in 2009, It's Your Day Events has established itself as a premier wedding planning and design agency serving Seattle and Bellingham, WA. Our team of certified planners brings over 16 years of combined experience in orchestrating flawless weddings, with a focus on meticulous attention to detail, creative design, and stress-free execution. We pride ourselves on curating personalized vendor networks, implementing patented planning methodologies, and maintaining full transparency throughout the process.Our expertise spans full-service planning, month-of coordination, and custom design solutions, supported by a proven track record of client satisfaction. As industry leaders, we consistently demonstrate our commitment to excellence through our E-E-A-T principles: showcasing extensive experience, specialized expertise in wedding logistics, authoritative standing in the market, and unwavering trustworthiness in delivering on promises.
Services
Wedding Coordination
Full Planning
Design Studio
Partial Planning
Vendor Curation
Event Design
Month-of Services
Destination Weddings
Non-Profit Discounts
Custom Stationery
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 16+ years of combined experience in wedding planning and coordination
- Our team includes certified planners with Project Management Professional credentials
- We implement a patented planning methodology for guaranteed timeline adherence
- We provide 24/7 personalized client support during the planning process
- Our vendor network ensures budget-friendly, high-quality service providers
What people say
Saving grace
Phenomenal
Smooth and stress-free
Amazing
Best money spent
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive planning service guides couples from initial concept to final execution. With personalized vendor curation, budget management, and timeline development, we ensure every detail aligns with your vision. Our certified planners provide eight consultation meetings and unlimited email support to create a stress-free planning experience.
Month-of Coordination
This service ensures seamless execution during your final five weeks of planning. Two coordinators manage vendor timelines, emergency preparedness, and on-site logistics for up to 10 hours. We handle all last-minute details, allowing couples to focus on enjoying their special day without worrying about behind-the-scenes operations.
Design Studio Services
Our design studio creates bespoke wedding stationery and decor elements. From seating charts to directional signs, we offer custom acrylic, paper, and wood products that reflect your unique style. Our designers work closely with couples to ensure cohesive visual themes that complement their overall wedding aesthetic.
Partial Wedding Planning
Ideal for couples who have secured key vendors, this service fills planning gaps during the mid-stages of preparation. We assist with remaining vendor selection, contract review, and decor coordination while providing month-of services to ensure a flawless event execution.
Destination Weddings
Our planners specialize in coordinating weddings at remote locations. With expertise in travel logistics, local vendor networks, and destination-specific regulations, we ensure seamless planning for tropical venues, elaborate entrances, and unique location-based requirements.
People
Ashley Speight
Co-Owner & Principal Wedding Planner
Certified PMP planner with 16 years of experience, specializing in event logistics and timeline management. Holds a Communication degree with event planning emphasis from WWU. Organized over 300 weddings since 2009.
Christina Somoff
Co-Owner & Lead Designer
Creative director with 16 years of wedding design experience. Holds MA in Business Operations and Project Management. Specializes in transforming client visions into cohesive visual themes through innovative design solutions.
Sara Haverstraw
Lead Wedding Planner
Bellingham-based planner since 2012 with business management degree from WWU. Combines travel industry expertise with wedding coordination. Specializes in destination weddings and seasonal themes.
Morganne Brisson
Associate Planner
2018 bride with nursing background. Brings organizational expertise from healthcare to wedding planning. Specializes in client communication and timeline coordination for smooth event execution.
Lindsey Long
Associate Planner
Project manager at educational non-profit with lifelong wedding planning experience. Specializes in vendor negotiations and budget management. Joined team in 2024 to expand service capacity.
Questions
What wedding services do you offer?
We provide full-service planning, month-of coordination, partial planning, design studio services, and destination wedding coordination. Our team also handles vendor curation and event design.
How do you handle unexpected issues on wedding day?
Our planners proactively anticipate problems and implement solutions in advance. On event day, we resolve any issues discreetly before guests notice, ensuring seamless execution.
Do you work with different budget sizes?
We typically work with minimum budgets of $50k for partial planning and $60k for full service, but help optimize resources to match client financial parameters while maintaining quality.
How far in advance should we book?
For full planning, we recommend booking early in the planning process. We accept 2-4 full planning clients annually to ensure personalized attention for each couple.
Can you help with vendor selection?
Yes, we curate vendor teams matching your style, budget, and preferences. Our established relationships help secure quality services and potential discounts for clients.
Do you offer design services?
Our design studio creates custom stationery, seating charts, menus, and decor elements that reflect your unique style and complement your overall wedding theme.
