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Weddings By Chris

Calm, Coordinated, Completely You
5 out of 5 stars and 8 reviews
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North Carolina
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About this vendor

Vendor
Christal Howell-Jones
OWNER / SENIOR PLANNER
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Weddings by Chris is a North Carolina–based planning team specializing in wedding day management, partial planning, and sustainable event solutions for modern couples. With an emphasis on eco-minded practices, thoughtful rentals, and intentional design, Chris creates celebrations that feel seamless, elevated, and stress-free. From efficient coordination to curated décor and low-waste planning options, every detail is crafted to support a calm, beautifully executed wedding day while reducing unnecessary waste. Serving couples across North Carolina and beyond. All packages can be tailored to your wedding’s unique needs — pricing varies based on scope and rentals selected.
Woman-owned Business
8+ years in business
Speaks English
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
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A la Carte Wedding Planning
Budgeting
Day-Of Coordination
Destination Wedding Planning
Honeymoon Planning
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Engagement Party
Honeymoon
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Bachelor Party
Bachelorette Party
Bridal Luncheon
Bridal Shower
Couples Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Welcome Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Day After Brunch
Reception
Rehearsal
Rehearsal Dinner
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Vendor
Christal Howell-Jones
Owner / Senior Planner
Hi! I’m Chris, and I’m so happy to virtually meet you. With over a decade in the event industry, I’ve mastered the art of turning organized chaos into a calm, seamless experience for every couple I serve. As a woman, student, business owner, mom, wife, and everything in between, I know firsthand how important structure, clarity, and thoughtful delegation are when bringing a vision to life. My approach blends streamlined coordination with sustainable planning practices and curated rental options to keep your day beautiful, intentional, and low-stress. My couples truly become like family, and supporting you becomes my priority from the moment you inquire. I’d love to connect and help bring your wedding day to life.
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8 reviews
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Weddings By Chris received glowing reviews from couples who praised Chris for her exceptional organization, responsiveness, and professionalism. Many mentioned feeling calm and stress-free on their wedding day due to her meticulous planning and ability to handle unexpected challenges seamlessly. Chris's clients appreciated her proactive approach, helpful suggestions, and dedication to making their special day unforgettable. Overall, she comes highly recommended for those seeking a reliable and talented wedding coordinator.
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11/15/2025
We planned our entire Washington, DC wedding in just seven weeks, and hiring Chris as our day-of coordinator was easily one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, ...
she was incredibly responsive (I swear she replied to every email within minutes), organized, calm, and full of solutions. She genuinely kept us sane. Chris recommended fantastic vendors when we had last-minute gaps, joined vendor calls when she sensed we were stressed, and walked us through every detail with so much care. On the wedding day itself, we had livestream issues that delayed the ceremony by 15+ minutes, and she handled all of it so professionally that my husband and I barely felt the chaos. She managed our families, timelines, vendors, and unexpected hiccups with absolute grace. She went above and beyond what was required of her per our contract and did not think twice about it. Several guests even pulled us aside to say, “Your planner really knows what she’s doing!” And they were right—Christal is exceptional at her job. She went above and beyond in every possible way and truly made our day perfect. We would recommend her a thousand times over.
Response from Weddings By Chris on 11/18/2025
Ryan, it was such a pleasure to coordinate you and Andersons magical wedding at the Tabard...
Inn. I love having such close friendships with each of my couples and you both were no exception! Thank you so much for trusting in me and it's a delight to know how much the wedding was enjoyed by all. XOXO
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1/04/2026
The best decision we made for our wedding! I cannot recommend Weddings By Chris enough. From our very first call, Chris brought a level of calm and organization that I didn't even ...
know was possible. I am a natural over-thinker, but Chris stayed three steps ahead of every detail. On the day of the wedding, I didn't have to look at my watch or answer a single vendor question—everything just happened seamlessly behind the scenes. If you want to actually enjoy your wedding day instead of managing it, hire Chris!
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11/18/2025
Chris is amazing!!!! If i could give 6 stars i would. She was professional and on top of everything from the start, while still being approachable and fun to work with! From planni...
ng days to actual wedding day, i was able to relax so much more knowing that we were on the same page and she had it all under control. Communication with her was the easiest of all of my vendors- she responds in record timing and was incredibly helpful! Everyone that came in contact with Christal on our wedding day sang her praises, and rightfully so! I loved having her around all day, i couldn’t have done it without her! 10/10 recommend working with Chris!!! ❤️ **our wedding was 9.26.25 but the knot won’t let me add a past date so updating here**
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11/15/2025
Cristal was amazing to work with, very professional and knew the answers to the questions before I asked them. Highly recommend her for your wedding!
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11/14/2025
I cannot say enough good things about Chris! We went back and forth on whether we actually needed a planner. I naively thought I could handle everything myself. Thank goodness we d...
ecided to hire someone, because Chris was incredible from start to finish. She was always one step ahead and made some great suggestions that made a real impact on our wedding. She responded promptly to every question and allowed me to enjoy my wedding completely stress free. Highly, highly recommend!
Response from Weddings By Chris on 11/14/2025
It was our pleasure to make your wedding day a smooth, seamless, fun atmosphere!! Thanks a...
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11/13/2025
We had an amazing experience with Cris. From day one, she guided us through every step of the process, truly understanding what we wanted and taking care of every detail. Thanks to...
her dedication and professionalism, our wedding turned out exactly as we had imagined. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment. I truly recommend her! ✨
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11/13/2025
Christal is AMAZING! My fiancé and I grew very weary of our decision to work with Leigh & Co. after some lack of communication, preparation, and initiative but Christal is legit th...
eir saving grace! She was assigned to our wedding like 2.5 weeks in advance of our wedding and knocked the communication and facilitation out of the park! Her assistant, Jordan, was so kind and came ready to work as well! To all my brides that super detail focused and a bit of a control freak (like me!) you can trust Christal to support you well! If you book with Leigh and Co. be sure to request her! She’s the best!
Response from Weddings By Chris on 11/14/2025
Awh Zoë it was truly a pleasure to take over your wedding day last minute and ensure there...
were no more bumps in the road!! We had a blast at the reception party and such a gorgeous backdrop for such a special day 🤍
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11/13/2025
Chris was extremely easy to work with! She was prepared, ahead of schedule, and being another vendor, she set me up to succeed. 

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