The planning experience

Your vision.
In caring hands.

From the first idea to the moments you’ll remember most, we bring creativity, care, and a considered plan.

From the first idea to the last dance

Full-service wedding planning

Investment starting at$12,000

Wedding planning is a full-time job, and a job we love. But adding it to your everyday to-do list can be exhausting and overwhelming. That’s where Kristi Marie Events steps in.

With our full-service wedding planning package, we plan your wedding from start to finish. Our team is here to turn your vision, spoken and unspoken, into a tangible and breathtaking experience. No detail forgotten and no moments missed.

We will curate a package specifically to your needs and desired level of service. On your wedding day, our team will calmly guide you through each moment, anticipate needs before they arise, and make sure each detail falls into place.

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A celebratory champagne detail from a full-service wedding — Full-service wedding planningKristi Marie Events

Kristi Bearden, principal planner and owner of Kristi Marie Events

The calm in the whirlwind.

Before founding Kristi Marie Events in Arizona in 2017, my event career took me from Major League Baseball to the 2004 Olympic Games in Greece. Today, that experience meets a deeply personal approach to your wedding.

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Partial planning

Starting at $6,500

You’ve started dreaming and planning. We step in with fresh eyes, refine the details, and help bring the full picture into focus.

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You’ve been dreaming, planning, and collecting ideas, but now you’re ready for someone to partner with, see the full picture, and help bring it into focus.

You want to feel confident that every detail, from the flow of the weekend to the smallest finishing touches, will align beautifully with your vision. We step in with fresh eyes and a deep attention to detail, gently refining your plans and filling in the gaps you may not have realized were there.

Our experience and intuition guide us to notice the subtleties that matter most: the way your ceremony music builds emotion, how your table settings tell a story, and how your day should feel from start to finish. Together, we will create a seamless experience.

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Wedding management

Starting at $2,200

Take the lead on planning, then be present for the celebration. We fine-tune the timeline, confirm the details, and keep your day flowing.

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While you take the lead on planning, our team of industry professionals is here to answer questions, offer trusted vendor recommendations, and co-create key planning documents.

With a fresh perspective and attention to detail, we’ll confirm every arrangement, fine-tune the timeline, and ensure your vision is clearly communicated to each vendor.

Our role is to anticipate needs before they arise, keep the day flowing effortlessly, and quietly handle anything that comes our way. You can enjoy the day knowing the details are in caring, capable hands.

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And the finishing touches.

Design services

Starting at $1,800

A considered, cohesive design that feels deeply personal. From a feeling or a first idea to the pieces that bring it to life.

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Whether you have a clear vision or just a feeling in your heart, we’ll create a design that’s as unforgettable as the moments it holds.

Our design package focuses on the artistry of your day. We’ll listen to your vision, uncover the colors, textures, and details that speak to you, and translate them into a design that feels deeply personal.

From there, we will hand-select the décor pieces, ensuring every element works together beautifully to create a cohesive design.

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Bridal attendant

Starting at $600

Dedicated support for the bride, so you and your bridesmaids can relax and enjoy getting ready together.

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A bridal attendant focuses solely on the bride for the day: a personal assistant to help your day run smoothly and ensure your needs are met.

We want your bridesmaids to be able to sit back, relax, and enjoy getting ready while sipping on mimosas with you. With a bridal attendant as your point of contact, you can take comfort in knowing your coordinator and other vendors are being kept up to speed on your personal timeline.

Your bridal attendant is well-deserved support for everyone involved in your wedding day.

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