Elegant Savannah Weddings

uld have imagined. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, they were extremely responsive, patient, understanding, and helpful in every situation that arose. Their attention to detail was unmatched, and every call, text, and email was answered with grace and compassion. After attending countless weddings, we are just in awe by everything our wedding planning team did. We had some specific ideas/vision, and they went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and stressfree our whole wedding weekend and took care of anything and everything working from sun up to sun down. We are forever grateful to the ESW team and would recommend them to everyone! Thank you again! Harley and Carrison Hager

They were very responsive and somehow made me feel like I was there only bride because of how much detail and care they put into our big day. We also did not live in SC at the time of planning and they made us feel comfortable planning from afar.

ot regret it! Even though we are both used to planning projects, dealing with suppliers etc. in our day jobs, having a professional in charge was a no-brainer. - From the beginning, Mark has been SUPER RESPONSIVE, and makes you feel like you are his VIP couple, even during a busy season. - One of the main values from hiring him at the beginning of the process, was that he didn’t hesitate to go tour venues for us, film the space with his live comments about your needs/vision. That in itself is a major benefit for everyone not near Savannah. - He is an AWESOME coordinator with vendors, you can let him know what you want in an informal way, and he will make sure to contact, negotiate and defend your needs, in all British politeness, to your prospected and hired vendors - He has all the recommendations you need for reliable vendors. Sure, you can make your own search (I picked my own photo & video team), but any time you want to just have someone tell you who you can trust, Mark will provide, and you won’t have to worry if Vendor A is flaky, or if Vendor B is really good, etc. So not only you know you will hire great vendors, but you will most likely hire people used to (and loving) working with Mark, and that is a good bonus. - A logistical benefit is the willingness of Mark to convert his garage into a logistic center for his couples. We were able to ship a lot of our décor and bridal party’s gifts directly to him during the process, and that was so valuable! He also has some decor elements left by previous brides that you can use! We used a box for our gift cards and a metal tube to store fresh bottles of water for our ceremony, and there were nice lovely additions to our decor. - The organization and execution of the Day-of was TOP NOTCH!! What a relief to know you have a very reliable team making sure to make your vision come to life, while you can focus on getting ready and enjoying your day with your partner and guests. Mark didn’t hesitate to add an extra member of his team to make sure the organization was flawless. Meg and Emily were thus with us for our rehearsal and for our ceremony, and these ladies know their business too! Then it was Mark and Meg for our reception, staying until the last minute to make sure everything was perfect up to our midnight send off, and taking care of packing up everything for us to pick up the day after. We also had a very detailed timeline (which we reviewed together multiple times until it was perfect for everyone). Do not hesitate to book them!

dding without worrying about all the small things. They also helped us find vendors that fit well within our budget which was a huge value-add, especially since we are not Savannah locals. If you are on the fence about hiring a wedding planner, do it. If you are on the fence about WHO to hire - Elegant Savannah Weddings is the obvious choice.

y are extremely affordable! We had a 300+ guest list (200 attended) at a large outdoor venue with lots of interesting quirks (talking about no kitchen for the caterer, the bars were vintage luggage carts, etc.) and they tackled every challenge that came up. I received constant communication throughout the planning process, had every question and concern answered, and flowed through the wedding day without a care! Because of the ESW team, I thoroughly enjoying my wedding without any stress. I cannot encourage any couple enough to hire this amazing family team!

o smoothly because of this team!!! I would highly recommend Elegant Savannah Weddings if you are getting married in the Savannah/Hilton Head area!

the world, daunting right? Well it can be done and done well! He helped guide me through vendors local to Savannah, helped me deal with a few that were lack luster where he stepped in and made sure they got on board more efficiently. I love the vendors he provided for us to work with as well, it was perfect. He has an extremely welcoming personality, really listens to your vision and provides you with all the means necessary to make it happen. Between the emails, facetimes and texts, we couldn't be more happy with how our dream wedding turned out. It literally was the sweetest, elegantly rustic wedding we dreamed of. Thank you so very much for all the TLC you provided, we could not have done it without you! You won't regret booking Mark as your wedding planner, I am super type A & picky... he made it all a 20/10!

provided all the tools to guide us through budgeting and planning, the style and look of our wedding, and vendor selection. Full service is a necessity, as you quickly realize wedding planning is such a lot of work. The vendors he provided were excellent and very reasonable - and he had suggestions that saved us lots of money too. He is calm and collected, and uplifting, and creative and artistic. This company has so much knowledge about every aspect that we had not even thought of. Totally 100% worth every penny to hire this company and for your state of mind - let the professionals handle the stress.

were all amazing. From the countless meetings we had before hand, there stellar recommendations on vendor and overall attention to detail. We could have not done it without them and are so thankful for them. But seriously you need to book them.

Mark was such a dream to have in our corner! We signed on for the full service package and it was worth every penny! He always knew how to put things so eloquently into words for me! Their experience in the business and rapport with so many vendors around town made scheduling and ordering such a breeze! We loved their attention to detail! I am so grateful of all the hard work everyone put in to make our wedding such a memorable and fun time for us and our guests! Emilie is one of those behind the curtain for the months leading up to the event, but such a big influence in the overall picture! And she was a tremendous help the day of the wedding! I wouldn't have changed a thing! We are forever appreciative to everyone at Elegant Savannah Weddings!!

calm demeanor put us at ease, as did his extensive background in the Savannah hospitality industry. Throughout the planning process, Mark and his team were quick and competent in addressing our numerous concerns. As a case in point, Hurricane Ian came bearing down on Savannah the week before our wedding date, and our rehearsal dinner/welcome reception vendor canceled on us less than 48 hours before the event! However, within just a few hours, Mark had contacted numerous replacement locations, brought us proposals, and secured us a contract for a new venue. Truly exceptional responsiveness. On the day of our wedding, Mark and his team handled every bit of the logistics. The two of us basically just had to show up and say "I do". It was the best day of our lives, and it couldn't have happened without their hard work, skill, and preparation. We can't thank them enough, nor can we recommend them highly enough to any and all who ask.

that all our questions were answered to our liking. They made a very detailed itinerary for my wedding day which I really appreciated. On the day of my wedding, they set up my reception venue and it exceeded my expectations! They really delivered! I am beyond grateful for all their help during my wedding process. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

couple’s nerves. When planning in Savannah most venues require you to have a planner, if you don’t go with Elegant Savannah Weddings you are making a huge mistake. Vendors love working with them and some even waived minimums because I worked with Elegant Savannah Weddings.

. Communication was great and Emilie consistently checked in on us leading up to our big day. All our families kept saying after the wedding was how great a day it was and thank goodness for Emilie. I would highly recommend Elegant Savannah and their amazing staff for your wedding. They helped our day be extra special.

them to anyone and everyone. We cannot thank them enough for all of their help leading up to the wedding and everything they did to make our day so special. 10/10 they’re the best!

legant Savannah Wedding's services. I started communicating with Mark back in March 2020, after he was the only one who replied to the many inquiries I sent to different wedding planners in the Savannah area (Mark and Meg are always available if you need them). We hired them for the full wedding planning service, and I'm so happy we did! Mark and Meg are very professional, personable, nice, and all-around great people. Mark was with me in every step of the wedding planning process. He provided great vendor options, and he was even able to negotiate my venue contract which saved us thousands of dollars! Emilie joined the wedding planning fun last year and I was impressed with her professionalism and I felt I was talking to an old friend. The day of the wedding was a breeze with the guidance of Mark and Emilie. They were there to keep the ceremony running smoothly and to keep us comfortable and calm. There’s a mixture of emotions, everything is happening so quickly - it can be understandably overwhelming, but they were incredible. Mark kept the ceremony on schedule and seamless. It was the perfect day and an unforgettable experience, thanks to them. I highly, highly recommend Elegant Savannah Wedding's services. You will not be disappointed. Guaranteed.

ed but had a few things I couldn't decide/figure out on my own. Meg and Mark were amazing in pulling all those last few things together for us! Mark handled most of our behind the scenes stuff with so many emails back and forth! If I told him I was having a problem with a vendor, he would just take over communication with them which was a lifesaver for my sanity before our wedding! He even reviewed all of our contracts and discovered we had overpaid one vendor and helped assist us in getting a refund! We have a shared love for Excel spreadsheets which made our communication even easier! Meg and Emilie were onsite with us during the rehearsal and day of and we could not have done it without them! They totally understood my vision for the day from just a few inspiration pictures and brought together the most beautiful ceremony and reception I could have imagined. We got so many compliments from our family and friends on how great a job everything turned out and it's all because we had the help of this amazing team! Do yourself a favor and spend the extra money for these guys because they will bend over backward to make sure you have the best wedding possible!

George we decided to inquire with a wedding planner and contacted Mark, the owner of Elegant Savannah Weddings. Mark set up a conference call with my daughter, her fiance and myself. Mark is funny and engaging and completely professional. He told us what his staff and his role would be if we hired him and he wowed us with his knowledge and personality. We hired Mark on the spot. It was the best decision we have ever made! Mark is knowledgeable and is a true expert in what makes Savannah, Georgia weddings the perfect destination. Mark suggested an array of vendors for each of our line items i.e. photographers, videographers, venue's etc. Mark did not overwhelm us but suggested vendors based on my daughter and her fiance's wants and needs. His suggestions were perfect. The wedding was held on November 19, 2021, at The Davenport House Museum with reception to follow at 10 Downing Street at Churchills. Every detail was covered without any stress on us. He thought of everything. He lit every candle, straightened every chair and managed to smile and be available at every turn. Mark and his staff pulled off what can be called, "a PERFECT wedding." We can recommend Elegant Savannah Weddings with absolutely no reservations. From rehearsal, to the wedding day, to the farewell brunch, Elegant Savannah Weddings worked like a well oiled machine in the background making sure every detail and every wish anyone had was granted. The are truly wedding planner "extraordinaire's". Hire Mark and his staff and all of your dreams for your wedding will come true!

e of Mark!! From the first phone call to our after wedding correspondence has been nothing short of a dream. Mark is caring, responsive professional organized and on point. Did I mention cheerful and calm with a dash of humor throughout? Everything was handled, communicated and anticipated in such an organized thorough and calm manner that never I did I once question or worry when Mark was at the wheel. His assistant Emilie was also stellar at her job, making everything happen seamlessly and with a wonderful cheerful and calm demeanor. They were honestly born to do this and working with them was nothing short of PHENOMENAL. THANK YOU you again for everything you did for us to make our day perfect!

The work they do is truly tour de force. We came to Elegant Savannah events with a wedding date 90 days away, nothing planned, and only a half baked vision of how we imagined our wedding. Like many individuals over the last two years, we had planned and cancelled two previous weddings given the pandemic. Our third attempt was when we met Mark and Meg and we could not have been happier to have hired them as our planners for their full service planning. Mark and Meg were more than planners, they were champions of our ideas and whole-heartedly supported our vision. In fact, they reinvigorated us as we were planning this wedding and helped get us even more excited. Not only do they support your vision they also propose amazing ideas and are very skilled at designing the details when you need extra guidance. Mark is so meticulously organized, wonderful to work with, and so knowledgeable about Savannah and is connected with the local vendors. In fact, we had a last minute videographer cancellation and with Mark's help we found an INCREDIBLE local videographer team within days. The week of the wedding we also needed to book a last minute transportation to get us to all of our photo locations and Mark was able to solidify a driver in no time! On the day of the wedding, Mark and Meg were elite. They had a plan, a back up plan, and a back up to the back up plan in case of anything going wrong. What's so important about that is that they were prepared for any scenario and therefore we were never worried, concerned or bothered by any hiccup or miscue on the day of our wedding (none of which occurred). Mark and Meg allowed us to enjoy our wedding day which is truly what matters! We cannot thank Mark and Meg enough for coordinating our dream wedding and we can honestly say that we came out with wonderful friends as well. For all those inquiring, hiring Elegant Savannah Events as your planners will easily be the best decision you can make for your wedding.

me many options to research in terms of venues, florists, photographers, etc. I never once felt overwhelmed during the planning process because I knew nothing would be missed with the help of Mark. It was so nice to not feel like I would forget something and be screwed the week of the wedding. Elegant Savannah weddings also took care of emailing other vendors and drawing up contracts, all I had to do was review and sign! (And pay, duh) Our wedding was on 10.30.21 and it was truly the most magical day of my life. I have no regrets or what if’s, and that’s truly the work of Elegant Savannah weddings! Many of my guests also commented on how amazing our planners were. The day was absolutely flawless. I now get jealous when I see Elegant Sav Weddings post about other couples because I truly felt like we were their only client! You will not be disappointed! Much love, Carly & Stephen

e, we were given amazing vendors to choose from, super helpful advice, and honestly, just being able to work with such amazing people was awesome! We were married on 4.2.21 and we miss our interactions with them. They became like friends and you will understand why when you meet them....wonderful people! Mark and Meg are so professional, incredibly helpful and have the best personalities! They are kind, thoughtful and fun and took the stress out of wedding planning! I am quite the meticulous person, and have an eye for the details, and so do they!! And when I couldn't decide on certain things, they were right there to help and gave great examples. I just can't say enough about them! And the day of our wedding, I'm not sure what we would've done without them. Even when weather issues forced some changes, they made the day perfect and seamless. With Covid and venue holds/changes, we almost gave up an actual wedding, but with the help and support of Elegant Savannah Weddings, we had such a beautiful day! So seriously, stop looking, you are in the best hands with Mark and Meg! Hire them now!!! Your big day will be even better than you dreamt!

o focus on the fun, meaningful parts of a wedding and less on back and forth emails and disagreements about dumb things like napkins. You can truly tell what people are made of when the unexpected hits. When the pandemic started and we made the decision to postpone the wedding, something unprecedented at that time, Mark helped to put us at ease and reached out proactively to contact our vendors to move the date in hopes to maintain our original wedding vision. With a 1 year engagement stretched to a 2 year engagement, some of our vendors changed and Mark was on it when we had questions about how to proceed, including texting within half an hour on a Sunday morning after I sent a panicked email after learning one of our vendors had changed management suddenly. For the day of, all of the vendors and bridal party had received a timeline of the events for the day and everything ran smoothly without a hitch. The coordinator that our venue provided had Covid the day of and was not able to be there and Mark and Meg stepped in at the last minute to fill that role as well. My husband and I were both relieved because by that point we trusted them far more to carry out our vision in a thoughtful way, even at the last minute. It is not an exaggeration to say it truly was the perfect day, even better than we could have imagined!! I cannot say enough glowing things about how professional, timely, and yet genuinely enjoyable these wedding planners are and we miss back and forth emailing them on a regular basis (PS If you're a bridezilla please keep looking for another wedding planner because you don't deserve these lovely people).

ential issues were met with positive and thoughtful solutions. They make you feel a part of the family as they work to make your dream day come true. If you want a team who truly cares about you and your partner’s wedding experience and will go the extra mile, then hire Elegant Savannah Weddings immediately!

out Mark and his team. We originally met with Mark in January 2020 for our wedding that was planned for 6/27/20 before Covid hit. I could tell from the initial interview that Mark was going to be just what I needed. I wouldn't call myself a "groomzilla" but my personality is definitely one that craves control - and if I can't control it, then at least clear and thorough communication. Through the run-up to our original wedding, Mark was professional, responsive, and organized. He was super accommodating and helpful at every turn. He offered suggestions, recommended other vendors, and guided us through all the steps we didn't even know were there. He helped us navigate through the postponement of our wedding...everything from getting the other vendors to block out future wedding dates with NO cost overruns and NO HASSLE!, to helping us communicate with our guests to keep them informed and engaged throughout our delay. When we resumed preparations for our new wedding date of 7/17/21, Mark had everything queued up for us. All of the final preparations went smoothly despite a lot of last-minute changes on our end - we had more guest changes in the last 10 days than we had total guests I think ;) The day-of timeline was a life-saver. Mark mapped out every move for every party from the time we woke up (to breakfast that Mark had on the timeline) through to the final exit. Mark even packaged up everything for the vendors to take away and the stuff I needed to take home with me the next morning. Mark even offered to ship some decorations I thought were misplaced to my home so I wouldn't have to worry about it the morning after the wedding (luckily, the box was exactly where Mark said it was and nothing had to be shipped). From beginning to end of the process, Mark was thorough, friendly, attentive to our wants/needs, and the ultimate professional. Even though he effectively had to plan two weddings due to the Covid interference, Mark never mentioned changing his [entirely too cheap] rate...he only reassured us that our wedding was going to be beautiful and he helped us achieve that goal. Additionally, I think I need to fill out another survey solely based on how happy I am with Mark's suggested vendors along the way. Every one was great! Mark knows how to organize the perfect wedding AND who needs to be involved so it's beautiful, memorable, and almost as importantly, easy! Whether you're looking for a coordinator or not, if you're reading this review, I urge you to give Mark a call. You will not regret it. I'm thinking of getting married every year just so I can use Mark's services again!