Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Raleigh, NC
Founded in 2011, La Cosa Bella Events specializes in creating personalized, meticulously planned celebrations that reflect each client's unique style. Our team combines international experience with a commitment to flawless execution, offering full-service wedding planning, partial planning, and event management. We serve modern couples of all backgrounds, prioritizing quality over quantity while maintaining a compassionate, client-centric approach. With expertise in destination weddings across 30+ countries, we handle logistical complexities from venue selection to legal requirements. Our staff's hospitality background ensures exceptional food and beverage coordination, while our award-winning reputation stems from years of industry recognition.We differentiate ourselves by avoiding a one-size-fits-all aesthetic, instead focusing on creating authentic, emotionally resonant events. Our process emphasizes active listening and stress-free planning, supported by detailed timelines and contingency planning. Backed by international awards and featured in prominent wedding publications, we maintain a dedicated team obsessed with perfecting every detail. Our Raleigh-Durham base serves as a launching point for both local and global celebrations, ensuring clients experience seamless coordination regardless of location.
Services
Full Service Planning
Partial Planning
Event Management
Destination Planning
Month of Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We prioritize client style over planner-specific aesthetics
- Our team has planned weddings in over 30 countries
- Award-winning planners with international recognition
- Proven contingency planning for unexpected challenges
- Specialized expertise in complex destination weddings
Associations and certifications
- International Live Event Association
- International Esprit Nominee
What people say
Stress free
Flawless execution
Exquisite attention to detail
Amazing team
Perfect day
Services
Full Service Planning
Our comprehensive planning service covers every detail from initial concept to final guest departure. We handle venue selection, vendor coordination, design elements, and create detailed timelines to ensure flawless execution. This service includes ceremony rehearsal direction and day-of management, making it ideal for couples seeking complete stress-free planning.
Partial Planning
Designed for organized couples who've already selected vendors, this service focuses on design details, etiquette guidance, and personalized branding elements. We provide expert oversight during the final planning stages while clients maintain primary coordination responsibilities, offering cost-effective professional support.
Event Management
Specialized management service for couples handling their own planning. We coordinate all logistics during the final month, create detailed execution timelines, and oversee vendor coordination to ensure smooth implementation of your carefully planned event.
Destination Planning
Expert coordination for weddings in remote locations, including venue research, local vendor vetting, and legal requirement navigation. We handle transportation logistics, accommodation bookings, and cultural considerations to create seamless destination celebrations while maintaining budget control.
Month of Coordination
Specialized service focusing on the critical final month of planning, including timeline creation, vendor confirmation, and detailed execution planning. Particularly recommended for tented events requiring advanced coordination, ensuring all elements come together perfectly during the final preparation phase.
People
Gina Myers
Founder & Lead Planner
Award-winning planner with international recognition, Gina founded La Cosa Bella Events in 2011. With experience in over 30 countries, she specializes in creating personalized weddings while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and exceptional problem-solving skills.
Suzann Jackson
Event Specialist
Nine-year team member with hospitality expertise, Suzann specializes in food and beverage coordination. Her background in fine dining and event setup ensures perfect placement of every detail, from tableware arrangement to service timing, enhancing each event's overall experience.
Stephanie Cissel
Planning Coordinator
Organized planner with social media expertise, Stephanie manages day-to-day logistics and client communication. Her natural planning abilities and marketing skills help maintain efficient operations while connecting with new clients through digital platforms.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide Full Service Planning, Partial Planning, Event Management, and Month of Coordination services for both local and destination weddings.
Do you plan international destination weddings?
Yes, we specialize in destination weddings with experience planning events in over 30 countries, handling all logistical and legal requirements.
What payment plans are available?
Full Service Planning requires 40-50% retainer with subsequent payments during planning. Event Management needs 50% down and 50% before the event.
How are you different from other planners?
We focus on client-specific styles rather than our own aesthetic, with international experience and a proven track record of industry awards.
Do you have experience with large weddings?
Yes, we've successfully coordinated events with up to 250 guests, including complex elements like horse-drawn carriages and fireworks displays.
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