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WELCOME
Hi, I'm Care—your planning and design partner in Arizona. With 26 years of experience, planning hundreds of events around the country, I'm here to curate your one-of-a-kind, high-level event in Phoenix and Sedona.
I believe truly great events are built on the art of hospitality and intention, ensuring every guest feels seen and celebrated from hello to goodnight.
Together, we'll create an experience you and your guests will celebrate for years to come. We cover the details and minutia, so you get the moments and memories.
ARIZONA WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNER
Specializing in planning exceptionally curated, stylishly designed and hospitality forcused wedding and events in Phoenix, Sedona and BEYOND.
OUR PROMISE
We're different,
that's the point.
An Intentional Approach to Arizona Event Design
We curate every event with hospitality, grace, partnership, and intention. Offering decades of event planning experience, we provide more than just event coordination or planning in Arizona - we promise a collaborative partnership that transforms your vision into an effortless reality.
With our high-touch service expect impeccable execution and a celebration that is uniquely, intentionally yours - without the stress.
We handle the details so you can enjoy the moments.
Hospitality
We believe the best events are built on the experience. Our mission is to make sure you and your guests feel seen and celebrated—from the welcome cocktails to their goodbye's.
Concierge-level care rooted in hospitality, with the peace of mind of proactive, timely communication.
STYLE
Templates are for spreadsheets, not celebrations. We ditch the 'cookie-cutter' approach to curate every detail around your specific needs.
From the effortless chic of a Scottsdale soirée to a polished Phoenix business celebration, your design will be a bespoke original that leaves a lasting impression on every guest.
intention
Think of your wedding or event as a live production, where we’re your partners.
We lead with a calm, decisive heart, managing the details so you can stay present in celebration. By the end of the night, everyone will comment on how perfect it was—because it was a perfect reflection of you.
Partnership
We’re your planner, strategist, and cheerleader all in one.
With timely communication, managing the logistics with grace, intention and precision, we ensure every detail we touch is one that truly defines and elevates your celebration.
WHAT WE DO
Bespoke Event Services in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Sedona
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While we are deeply passionate about being one of the top Phoenix wedding planners, our expertise doesn't stop at the altar. We believe that every milestone deserves a celebration that feels authentic and elevated.
We offer a wide range of services to support your needs and assist you with your upcoming event. From the contemporary bride looking for a modern aesthetic, a high-energy product launch, elegant awards gala, 50th Anniversary Celebration, or a high-impact fundraising event, we can assist you with planning every detail.
Our experience, creativity, and innovation, we ensure no "cookie-cutter" events. We don't believe in "out of the box" solutions: we believe in your event done your way. Whether it’s a surprise birthday celebration that requires some very intential planning or a corporate event that needs to reflect your brand's DNA, we bring the same level of meticulous planning and grace to the table.
OUR SERVICES
PLANNING
PARTIAL AND FULL PLANNING SERVICES
Strategic, intentional guidance for a curated and flawlessly executed celebration.
CONSULTATION
INSIGHTS AND PLANNING SUPPORT FROM A PRO
Available in bundles or single sessions.
DESIGN
ONE OF A KIND EVENT STYLING FOR EVERY DETAIL
Intentional, Stylish
and ALL YOU!
In
COORDINATION
EVENT DAY COORDINATION
Day of Assistants
+ Event Management
THE PROCESS
Our Planning Process: Connect, Curate, Design, Execute
CONNECT
CURATE
DESIGN
EXECUTE
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
We start by diving into the heart of your story. From your favorite colors and your dog’s name to your absolute "must-haves" and—most importantly—your "no-ways." While we’ll definitely cover the essentials like guest counts and budgets, this stage is really about building the foundation so we can create a day that feels exactly like you.
With the logistics settled, it’s time to build your dream team. Leveraging our experience, we hand-select a collective of vendors who don’t just fit your budget and date, but align perfectly with your style. We handle the heavy lifting of securing the venue and partners, ensuring every piece of the puzzle is intentional and stress-free.
The fun part, at least for us! Through collaborative conversation, we transform your inspiration into a cohesive vision. We’ll develop a one-of-a-kind design concept board that is entirely you. It’s a strategic blend of stunning aesthetics and practical budget management, ensuring your dream is as beautiful as it is doable.
This is where the magic happens and we truly shine. While you’re tucked away in the moment, getting ready and soaking in the joy, we’re behind the scenes bringing every detail to life. From the large-scale installations to the smallest personal touches, we execute with precision so you can simply be the guest of honor at your own celebration.
Our Process.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"We had a fairly large wedding in Phoenix with several events. It was a daunting planning process and the single best decision we made was hiring Sterling Weddings and Events first. We worked with Care from day one and she made a potentially stressful year planning a destination wedding and weekend events very manageable and fun.
She’s exactly what you need in a planner - meticulous with details, considerate with family and friends, connected to great vendors and full of creative ideas. "
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