ARTFUL CELEBRATIONS
SINCE 2010WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING01.FULL PLANNING
Comprehensive planning and design for couples who want an expert guiding every decision, from the earliest ideas through the final moments of your celebration.
02.EVENT DESIGN
A deeply considered design process that shapes the atmosphere, aesthetic and experience of your celebration.
03.DESTINATION
Wherever your celebration unfolds, we travel to craft intentional, beautifully designed experiences in remarkable places.
04.CONSULTATION
Strategic guidance for couples who need expert direction, helping you to make confident decisions with clarity and intention.
01. FULL PLANNING◇FULL PLANNING
Our most comprehensive partnership. Together we shape the vision for your celebration while we guide every decision, coordinate every detail, and ensure the entire experience feels cohesive, intentional and effortless.
SERVICE INCLUSIONSOngoing planning guidance
Vendor sourcing & management
Budget development & tracking
Timeline creation & coordination
Design concept development
Day-of production & execution
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“We can’t thank you enough. Not only did you make the whole planning process easy and fun, you made our day so wonderful. We were relaxed and having fun with all of our people, and that was possible because of you and your team!”
ABBY & CONOR
02. EVENT DESIGN◇DESIGN AS FOUNDATION
Our work is known for its distinctive design perspective. We approach each celebration as a fully realized environment-considering space, light, texture, color and guest experience-to create events that feel layered, immersive and deeply personal.
SERVICE INCLUSIONSMood board & concept creation
Color palette development
Floral & decor design
Stationery suite styling
Tablescape & place setting design
Lighting & ambiance planning
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“You guys have certainly found your thing, you are so good at this!!!! There’s the wedding of my dreams and then there’s the wedding I lived, and I am so blessed to say I cannot tell the difference between to the two. Thank you thank you thank you!!!”
CAITLIN & RYAN
03. TRAVEL AND CURATION◇DESTINATION EXPERIENCES
For couples planning a celebration beyond Maine, we bring our full planning and design expertise wherever your story leads. From coastal estates to mountain retreats and iconic venues across the country, we guide every detail so your celebration feels effortless for you and unforgettable for your guests.
SERVICE INCLUSIONSVenue scouting & selection
Travel logistics coordination
Guest accommodation booking
Local vendor sourcing
Welcome event planning
Onsight production oversight
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“Still no words!!! The absolute best day. I’m so so so thankful for my AFA girls. You turned my dreams into a perfect reality and I’m still crying a month later. Thank you guys so much.”
CECE & MITCH
04. HOURLY GUIDANCE◇WEDDING STRATEGY CONSULTATION
For couples who want to lead their own planning but value expert guidance along the way.
In a focused consultation, we review your plans, answer questions, and offer honest insight on venues, budgets, vendors and overall strategy. You leave with clarity, direction and confidence to move forward knowing your decisions are grounded in experience.
SERVICE INCLUSIONSVendor recommendations
Budget review & advice
Design direction
Timeline feedback
Problem-solving sessions
Venue securement
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“Our wedding weekend was everything we wanted it to be. It takes so much work, skill and understanding to plan any special event, and we are so glad we made the choice to go with A Family Affair.”
MELISSA & GUY
◇ THE METHODOLOGYHOW WE WORK
01. DISCOVERY & DIRECTIONEvery celebration begins with listening. We take the time to hear your story, priorities and the experience you want to create for your guests. From there, we establish a clear vision and planning strategy that will guide every decision moving forward.
02. DESIGN & PLANNINGThis is where the vision takes shape. We develop the design concept, assemble the right vendor team and guide every decision with intention. From budgets and contracts to aesthetic direction and logistics, every element is considered so the entire celebration feels cohesive and beautifully executed.
03. PRODUCTION & CELEBRATIONWhen the wedding weekend arrives, everything unfolds seamlessly. Our team manages the logistics, coordinates vendors and oversees every detail so you and your families can be fully present. The result is a celebration that feels effortless, personal and unforgettable.
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THE PORTFOLIOMOMENTS WE’VE CREATED
COMMON QUESTIONS
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We specialize in full wedding planning and design, guiding our clients from the earliest ideas through the final celebration. For couples who want expert perspective but are planning independently, we also offer planning consultations to provide guidance on venues, budgets, vendors, and strategy.
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Begin by scheduling a consultation through the link on our website. During our conversation we’ll learn more about your vision, priorities, and timeline, and determine the best way to support your planning process. From there, we’ll outline the next steps and how we can move forward together.
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Our work is rooted in both design and hospitality. With more than two decades of experience, we guide every decision with an editorial design perspective and a meticulous attention to detail that ensures the entire celebration feels cohesive and effortless.
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The best way to connect with us is by completing the inquiry form on our website. Once we receive your information, we’ll review your details and reach out to schedule a consultation.
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Our full planning services are structured as a percentage of the overall wedding budget, reflecting the scope and complexity of each celebration. Most of our clients invest $150,000 or more in their wedding, which allows us to thoughtfully design and produce a fully realized event experience.
For couples who are planning their own celebration but would benefit from professional guidance along the way, we also offer consultation sessions focused on venue research, budget strategy, vendor referrals, and planning direction.
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Working with us is both collaborative and guided. We take the time to understand your priorities, your style, and the experience you want to create for your guests. From there, we lead the planning process with clarity and care, helping you make thoughtful decisions while managing the details behind the scenes.
Our goal is to make the experience enjoyable and organized, so you can feel confident throughout the process and fully present when the celebration arrives.
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Begin The JourneyLETS BUILD SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL
Because every celebration we design is deeply personal, we take on only a limited number of full planning clients each year.
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EXPERTS25+
YEARS EXPERIENCE100+
WEDDINGS