{SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events

If you are in the Pittsburgh area you know Shayla is the best in town. Her attention to detail is second to none, she made my wedding process fun and smooth. Thank you for bringing my vision to life. I would highly recommend!

Meredith was amazing! As a bride, I had no worries on the day of my wedding and when I walked into our venue to see it for the first time on the day of, every detail was perfectly executed the way we imagined. If you have any doubts for using day of coordination, it's worth every penny just to ease the stress on the day of!

There is no way my wedding would have run smoothly without the SHE team!! Shayla and her dream team were outstanding. So many of my guests have messaged us saying that the timing of the entire day was so smooth it felt like they were just getting whisked from moment to moment with no idle/awkward down time. They made sure every detail that I wanted was taken care of, they made sure our families and guests were comfortable, I truly have no idea what I would have done without those girls!!!! YOU MUST HIRE THE S.H.E. TEAM FOR YOUR WEDDING!!!!

There aren't enough words to express my gratitude and appreciation for Alexis. After starting the wedding planning process on my own and quickly becoming overwhelmed, I knew that I needed someone to take over. Alexis was amazing! She was organized, connected me with the best vendors, was always available, and was my sounding board when things got stressful. Alexis uses pinterest as her main method of sharing ideas and getting feedback. The method worked great! Alexis would post a picture of something (be it flowers, furniture, card boxes, etc). If I liked the idea, I liked the picture. And just like Alexis, if I stumbled upon an idea that I liked, I saved it to our board and Alexis left her feedback. Pinterest even gave us the opportunity to individually comment on the particular photo. In addition to pinterest, Alexis and I shared countless emails. To keep things organized, Alexis had separate email chains for every topic/idea. We then met every few weeks to go over the budget, talk about the overall vision of the wedding, and discuss upcoming deadlines. Alexis was extremely professional throughout my experience and went out of her way to work around my busy schedule. The fondest memories I have of my wedding happened because of Alexis. Alexis and her team took care of every detail (and even the details I threw at them last minute). Her ideas were so creative and truly reflected me and my Husband. I knew upon booking Alexis that she wasn't available for my actual wedding day (she already had another wedding booked that day). In her place, Alexis sent Erika and two other associates, who were equally amazing and helpful on my wedding day. I feel so grateful to have met Alexis and worked with her to plan my wedding. I recommend her to all my friends who are thinking about getting a wedding planner (and even those who aren't).

Shayla and (SHE) are a MUST!

Alexis was perfect!!! She exceeded my expectations for what a wedding planning can provide and helped my wedding day exceed my expectations as well. One of the first things my fiancé and I told her was that we wanted to feel like guests at our own wedding and be truly stress free on that day. Thanks to Alexis and her team, that was truly accomplished. Everyone warns you to prepare that something on your wedding day will go wrong, but having Alexis at the helm took away all my nerves nor was I ever exposed to any issues that may have popped up throughout the day. More so, she was able to execute our wedding day vision even better than I imagined it in my head. Everything was put together so well and every detail was perfectly executed. Alexis was our biggest asset during the wedding planning process. She was always very responsive to all our emails and phone calls, super organized, and helped keep us on track throughout the entire year. During our phone calls and meetings, she made you feel like you were her only client. She has an amazing ability to remember all the small details and was able to suggest ideas and vendors that were tailored towards our overall vision. Plus, she is just the nicest person! She is so sweet and her cheery personality was the bright light that kept wedding planning stress free. Our wedding was the biggest event of our lives and I would happily entrust it to Alexis and the SHE team all over again. Thanks for giving us the wedding of our dreams!

I have to say, about 6 months into the wedding planning, I would have told you that having {SHE}, (Alexis), was the best decision my husband & I made because it was so helpful having someone who seemed to be so organized & kept us on schedule. That significantly changed as the wedding approached, however. Things that we talked about (& I specifically requested/asked about) were completely not done &/or forgotten. Alexis was late every single time we met with her (not that it was often to begin with & she rarely met us in our area of the city). We were promised bi-monthly meetings as the wedding approached - never happened. In fact, I was referred to by Alexis as "the little worrier," but ironically enough, I should have been worried. People who didn't even know Alexis made comments after the wedding about how unprofessional she was. She came an hour later than the time she told us for the rehearsal (& per her usual late response, it was due to "traffic"). She seemed scattered and wholly unprepared for our rehearsal & our officiant had to step up to lead. She told us that she would have a "team of girls" at the reception. Her "team" consisted of 2 young girls who had absolutely no idea what was going on. Additionally, she was late in bringing food (that we paid for ahead of time) to the hotel when we were getting ready, which caused issues for me as the bride as I got my hair & make up done last, & as a result, made it almost impossible for me to even eat. She was nowhere to be found when I was getting ready at the venue, so when my dress got tattered and dirty during my husband and my's "first look," (because she didn't even bother to go with me and help me carry my train) she was no where to be found to help. She even put the wrong county down on our marriage license, which caused problems in getting that resolved. My husband I met with 3 different wedding planners prior to hiring Alexis; because she was a little less expensive, we went with her. We regret not paying a little more money for someone who would have made us & our wedding a priority. Right before I walked down the aisle, the officiant came to check on me (ironic), and told me that she had to move around the things on my memory table because things were blocking one another & so you couldn't see all of the pictures - a detail that Alexis should have not missed. Quite honestly, every time I look back on what was supposed to be the best day of my life (which was for the most part), I get this bad, lingering, taste in my mouth because of our wedding planner - the one person who was supposed to help alleviate the worry/stress, not make it worse.

I only wish there were 10 stars!!! We hired Alexis Maddox of SHE upon our daughter's engagement and it was the single best thing we did in creating just the wedding she envisioned and we were hoping for. Alexis is a gem! She is friendly, engaging, energetic beyond belief, talented, supportive, creative, organized to a T, and just a dear! She makes you feel as if you are her only client. She was there from the beginning to help us select the very best vendors (each and every one was better than we could have hoped for!), she supported us throughout with bi-weekly phone calls, prompt responses to our varied emails and meeting when needed. She offered suggestions throughout, and was always at the ready when a question arose. She made the entire process so much fun and it culminated in a magical wedding. Alexis and her team allowed us to truly enjoy every minute of wedding. We felt certain everything was being handled and whatever would come up she would take care of . Alexis eludes a such a calming and supportive presence and makes you feel as she has your back and is your biggest cheerleader seeing to the success of your event. And a success it was! I will always remain grateful for her help and support!!!!!

Shayla and the other {SHE} women made my wedding day unbelievable! I hired Shayla for "day of" coordinating, which actually started 45 days out. It was some of the best money we spent on our wedding. Shayla was there to answer questions the entire last month (i.e. how many extra napkins do we need to order for the catering staff? What time are you cutting the cake? Such small details can be stressful!) Shayla created an extremely detailed, day-of timeline, which all of my vendors asked me for, and it was such a weight off my shoulders the week before knowing she was coordinating them all, answering all of their questions, and finalizing my orders and the details. The Wednesday before our wedding, she picked up our hotel bags from us and dropped them off, came to the rehearsal Friday night, and was there with me all day on Saturday. {SHE} really cut down on my week-of "to-do's." Of course, every wedding has glitches, but I didn't even know about any of mine because Shayla handled them all - from a diva vendor wanting to leave early, to people bringing in outside alcohol and the bar almost shutting down - we had no idea! We were able to enjoy our day to the fullest because Shayla and her crew took care of it all. She also took videos and photos on her phone for my husband's sick grandmother who couldn't make the wedding - I really can't say enough good things! Thank you, Shayla, for helping us achieve the wedding day of our dreams!

Shayla and her team from SHE are amazing! From the moment I got engaged, I knew I wanted a classic and timeless wedding. When the planning became overwhelming a few months before our wedding, I contacted SHE. First and foremost, my husband and I wish we contacted them sooner! Shayla was able to pull all my ideas and details together. She also handled all my vendors and any issues. I called many wedding planners in the area and no one was as responsive, organized, and down to earth like these girls! Shayla and her team worked so hard to give use the most unforgettable wedding! If you are looking for a wedding planner from either the beginning of your planning or towards the end, SHE is the way to go! Love these girls!

Shayla is a truly AMAZING wedding planner. With having very hectic work schedules, and with the ideas for our venue space, we knew we had to hire a wedding planner. As soon as we met Shayla, we knew she would be perfect. We could not have been more right. From the moment we hired her, she was beyond attentive to our every need, making sure everything was getting done ahead of schedule. She helped us find the most amazing vendors in Pittsburgh, and knew exactly what we wanted as a couple. She is with you every step of the way, and makes the planning process stress free! My husband and I had a general idea of what we wanted our wedding to look like, but Shayla and her team made it come to life! They did a phenomenal job flipping our ceremony space to the reception area in just a little over an hour! I was blown away by their work and their attention to detail. I could not have planned a more perfect day. She took care of every single detail and I was able to enjoy every minute of my wedding. Shayla even packed up all of our stuff and delivered it to our hotel room! Shayla is a truly amazing person and so easy to work with! She cares about you and making sure all of your thoughts are heard. She has truly become a dear friend, and I could not have done it without her. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone planning a wedding! You will not be disappointed!

Shayla made the impossible possible and we could not have planned our wedding without her. Originally when we started planning our wedding, we didn't think we needed a wedding planner. As the date began to draw closer, we began to become overwhelmed by all of the decisions that needed to be made. We realized we need someone who could pull together the details and create a beautiful, cohesive wedding that truly reflected us as a couple. Shayla helped execute our vision for the wedding. Our day was beautiful and truly represented us as a couple. She knew the right vendors to pull in for all facets of our wedding. Whether we need stationary, chairs, linens, or hair and makeup, she found the best. In some areas, my husband and I didn't have a clear vision of what we wanted and were overwhelmed by the options. Shayla took those areas and made everything beautiful. On the day of the wedding I didn't have to think about a single detail. Shayla and her team kept us on track with everything! The day was completely seamless, and as the bride, I was able to be in the moment and enjoy every second of that day without worrying about any of the details. Shayla and her team anticipated what we needed and were there before we could even think about it. She made our wedding day absolutely fantastic.

Where do I even begin? With SHE, my husband and I planned and executed the wedding of our dreams! We knew we would definitely need a professional wedding planner for our large wedding and reception. We researched for wedding planners thoroughly, and once we came across SHE'S website, we knew we found gold! Shayla was the lead on our wedding, and she went above and beyond for us! From initial consult meetings to phone calls to texts and emails---Shayla was completely detailed, professional and she took our vision and elevated it. We gained so much more than a wedding planner. We gained a confidante who was fully invested in our love and dream for our wedding. SHE kept us on track with everything! The day of was completely seamless, and as the bride, I was able to be in the moment and enjoy every second of that day without worrying about any of the details thanks to SHE. Our wedding was perfect! It was a real-life fairy tale! We had been in the banquet room of our reception venue several times prior, and with the design from SHE it felt as though it was a completely new space to us. So many of our guests commented that it was the best wedding and reception they had ever been to. SHE is worth every penny! I look forward to our next event that we can hire SHE to plan!

Working with Alexis {SHE} was truly a blessing. We both had busy, stressful jobs. We also had bought a new house and were finishing renovations! Alexis made everything so easy. We showed her ideas of what we were looking to accomplish along with our budget and she handled EVERYTHING! Our day was picture perfect with exactly what we had wanted! Plus, we made a great friend! Thank you for everything, we seriously would not have been able to handle the planning without you! Xoxo

I did not have a wedding planner for my wedding, but was fortunate enough to have Alexis step in and help me as the day drew closer and panic set in for everything I still needed to get done. I needed stationary, she recommended a vendor that she uses, initiated contact and saw it through to the end. I needed a cake, she found one that I ABSOLUTELY LOVED! She always asked if there was more she could do, and whatever I needed help with she was right there along the way. If I would have known the "value" of hiring a wedding planner, Alexis would have definitely been my first choice without a doubt! She is beyond great at what she does and she is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. When I renew my vows, she will definitely be my planner because I know the day will be beyond anything I could ever imagine. Thank you so much, Alexis, for being you in everything that you do!

Alexis is an outstanding wedding planner. She was always available and always delivered on our request. She kept us on track and made sure everything was convered. We had over 250 guest and everything went smoothly. Alexis was a huge bessing to my husband and I as we prepared for our wedding. I would recommned her to anyone who is looking for a wedding planner.

Shayla was the first vendor we chose. I met with many wedding planners and it wasn't till I met with Shayla that I was sold on hiring a planner. She immediately got our vision. She worked with us to find the best vendors that fit our budget and our overall wedding look. Rather than wasting time meeting with vendors that wouldn't work or were out of budget, Shayla took the time to get to know us and only recommended people that would be a good fit. The day of our wedding was flawless. I was so calm knowing that Shayla and Alexis would be there the whole day. I was able to spend my morning/day with my family and friends getting ready. By the time of the ceremony and reception, I was in awe of the look and feel that Shayla put together for our wedding. SHE was the best thing we spent money on because she provided us peace of mind during our entire planning process and wedding.

I know that the title of my review is a big statement but it is true. I had to hire a new wedding planner two months before the wedding. I was pretty stressed about having to do this, but upon meeting Shayla, I knew she was the right woman for the job. My husband and I did most of our own wedding planning, but we needed a planner for day-of coordination, our stationery suite, and all the little details that we didn't want to manage. Shayla listened to all of our requests, is very detail-oriented, and was tremendously reliable. She is a great wedding planning professional. A huge difference from our experience with our previous wedding planner. I cannot say enough positive things about Shayla and the services that SHE provides. My family and wedding planner loved her and saw how much she made our big day run so smoothly. I would highly recommend Shayla and her team for any of your special event planning needs. Not only does Shayla do an amazing job with all the planning and execution, she had one of her other event planners at SHE on site at our reception to provide additional assistance. SHE is amazing!

SHE helped me through the whole planning process. I was a bride who knew what I wanted and had a vision but SHE helped bring everything to life. SHE was especially helpful in the day-of coordination. I had such a peace of mind knowing that on my actual wedding day I didnt have to worry abut te set-up, logistics, etc. Everything was exucuted to perfection!

I knew that planning a wedding in Richmond, VA from Pittsburgh, PA would be a challenge so my husband and I decided to hire a wedding planner. Having heard great things about SHE from mutual friends we decided to work with them. We worked with SHE's principal planner, Shayla Hawkins, who provided us with planning and coordinating services. Shayla was a joy to work with. She's organized, charismatic and will get the job done no matter the obstacle. She listens to her clients to ensure that their vision is executed exactly as they see it. From our first meeting I knew that I'd picked the right wedding planner. Shayla came armed with a packet of materials to record what my ideas and to get the creative juices flowing. Always budget conscious, Shayla found some of the best vendors in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Virginia. I don't know what we would have done without her. She was always available for advice or to bounce ideas off of. Now that SHE has grown and expanded to other markets, brides from Pittsburgh to Charlotte will have the great experience that is Shayla Hawkins Events!

SHAYLA HAWKINS IS TRULEY ONE OF THE BEST IF NOT THE BEST WEDDING PLANNER IN PITTSBURGH! ALTHOUGH I ONLY HAD HER FOR THE DAY OF THE CERAMONY SHE WAS VERY HELPFUL IN ASSISTING ME WITH ALL MY PLANNING! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!