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do it different.

mindful event planning + imaginative design for the fun and adventurous

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We are a fun and unique planning and production team specializing in custom branded events and out-of-the-box design for events of all kinds. We are based in Pittsburgh but have planned events across the country and are ready to follow you to your next adventure!

We supply endless inspiration, creative solutions, and over a decade of expert knowledge producing weddings and other milestone celebrations.

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Cre-a-tive

adjective

1. Having the quality or

power of creating

2. resulting from originality of

thought, expression, etc; imaginative.

e-vent-o-lo-gy

noun

1. A composite word referring to the science of creating a spectacular happening or occurrence, especially one of great importance.

Hands down the BEST decision made was hiring Rachel and Creative Eventology. Everyone was shocked at how calm I was leading up to the wedding but I just knew it was all under control. I could not be more pleased with the outcome of our entire wedding!

Sam + Sebastian

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So, in general we always encourage our couples to let their photographer, who they have theoretically specifically chosen because they love their end product, to really do their thing, artistically speaking, on the wedding day. However, if you have a list of a handful (like, no more than 5) specific photos you've seen (like this under the veil shot) that you LOVE, let them know! Just keep in mind that it can very tough for your photo team to guarantee every single shot you request (it's a crazy day!), so trust in your photographer and get you a planner to keep everyone on track!

Photographer: @melissamclweddings for @oncelikeaspark
Florist: @noblewoodflorals
Planning, Production + Design: Creative Eventology

Admittedly, blue is NOT my favorite color. Or even close to the top of the list, tbh. But if it's yours, WE'RE IN! For Emma + Jared's ceremony we used pipe and drape, uplighting, carpet runners and florals to completely transform their pale yellow and dark red space into something that matched their vibe. What do you think?!

Planning, Production, Design + Hard Goods:
Lighting: @sightlineevents
Florals: @noblewoodflorals

Just a moment for this gorgeous bouquet from @noblewoodflorals. Blue is a tough color (pretty much the toughest) to work with when it comes to florals because there are like 6 naturally blue floral varieties, but these guys knocked it out of the park!

Did you know we make custom pillows too?! We love creating things that can live on after your wedding and these pillows are just one example. Make sure you scroll to the end to see an example of our pet pillows! Who wants one?!

Venue: @thereedssh
Design, Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @ckattlerphoto

In over ten years of weddings, we have literally only done three March weddings. This one is our favorite! You can't really tell, but this photo was taken on a windy beach in Stone Harbor, NJ. Even those gray skies can be beautiful - just make sure you bring your fur!

Venue: @thereedssh
Florals: @capemayflowerco
Design, Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @ckattlerphoto
Hair and Makeup: @aleksandraambrozy

If budget allows, we love taking your bar details to the next level. Some things we like to include:
- signage (signature drinks and/or a full bar menu)
- cute straws
- custom stirrers
- custom cocktail napkins
- floral accents
- candles or lamps
- custom matches
- all the cute containers for all the things

Venue: @thereedssh
Florals: @capemayflowerco
Design, Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @ckattlerphoto
Hair and Makeup: @aleksandraambrozy

The wonderful thing about such a unique and fun venue like Philly's Magic Gardens is you don't need to do anything crazy with decor. For this event, we stayed pretty minimal with a light peachy pink linen and a mix of bud vases to compliment the eclectic look of the space.

Photographer: @storytellersandco
Venue: @magicgardens
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

I can't believe this couple has been married for almost 10 years! Wow the time flies! This year marks twelve years in the wedding biz for us over here. It's been such a pleasure to watch our couples grow, move, and create families of their own. Thank you all for letting us be a part of your story!

Photographer: @storytellersandco
Venue: Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

My favorite venues are those that are one of a kind. They often present more challenges in terms of logistics (weather plans, load in, event flow), but we love a challenge and thrive on creative problem solving.

Florals, Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @storytellersandco
Venue: @magicgardens
Food Truck: @distritophl

In LOVE with this amazing bouquet + photo! Presently considering adding a black backdrop to our Oh Shit Kit so we can create this shot for all of our brides! What do you think?

Photography: @seanmarshallinphotography
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique_decor
Planning + Design: @creative_eventology

The cutest shot serving as a reminder to have fun with it, always. Enjoy every moment of your day with your people and never be afraid to stray away from formal, posed photos.

Photography: @seanmarshallinphotography
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique_decor
Planning + Design: @creative_eventology

Even if you're getting married in a colder month we want to try to get outdoor photos still! Here's some tips and tricks to make it happen!

- Keep in mind that the sun will set earlier (more of a reason to do a first look before your ceremony) and plan accordingly.

- Make sure you have some sort of jacket/fur/shawl to wear, even if you only wear it between shots. Don't forget about wedding party as well, if those photos will be outdoors.

- Be strategic about how far you're planning to walk between locations, if applicable. If it's cold AND windy, you're gonna be hating it!

- Think about just doing some photos outside and others inside. It's typically better to do couples portraits outside and keep family inside. Grandma will thank you!

- Always have an indoor backup option!

Photography: @seanmarshallinphotography
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique_decor
Hair: @kerrifawley, @herringbonesalon
Makeup: @shimerandspice
Planning + Design: Creative Eventology

To be honest, we quite frequently see couples finishing up vows or letters on the day of the wedding and that's totally ok! Of course, we don't want this to be a cause of stress day-of, so we do always advise our couples to start on things like your vows and ceremony script earlier as opposed to later; however, our timelines are always buffered so no worries about not having a few extra minutes. Taking a moment to yourself to tap into how you're feeling that day can be a welcome break in what is typically an action packed day.

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Hair + Makeup: @flawlessfinishartistry
Hotel: @theloganhotel
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

We always recommend a first look (or something similar) before your ceremony and here's why!

- It frees up your timeline because we don't have to scrunch ALL photos into 1 hour during Cocktails (which really isn't realistic).

- It gets some of the jitters and nervousness out of the way before you have to be in front of 100+ people. That way, you guys can spend the time before the ceremony together and with all your favorite people.

- It's a moment with just the two of you, something that can be hard to find on your wedding day, where you can truly be present and just take in everything.

- It's an opportunity to exchange gifts or read private vows to just each other if you'd prefer not to do that in front of everyone you know.

- Better photo opportunities! Your photographer has options for where this takes place and so isn't confined to your ceremony space. This also means multiple angles are more easily accomplished.

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Hair + Makeup: @flawlessfinishartistry
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

That just married feeling! So, your ceremony can be (well, is pretty much guaranteed to be) an intense moment full of anticipation and emotion. Especially if you're a person who easily gets anxious or nervous, think about scheduling in some alone time right before the ceremony to breathe.

We also always recommend a moment alone for you and your partner immediately after the ceremony, if possible! This gives you an opportunity to experience all the emotions, breathe, take in the roller-coaster of emotions surrounding what just transpired, and share some champ and bites together!

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique
Hair + Makeup: @flawlessfinishartistry
Hotel: @theloganhotel
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

The tallest cake in CE history! Nine tiers. Which do you think were the 4 real ones and the 5 faux ones?

Cake: @dessertsbydana
Florals: @belakflowers.wilmington
Photography: @moonloopphoto
Planning, Production, Cake Disassembly: @creative_eventology
Venue: @dccweddings

Not something we see all the time, but if uber pink and super feminine is what you're looking for, we're here for it! This client already had her florist and floral design chosen before she brought us on, but we worked with her to complete the vision for her guest tables. Here's what we provided for just this room.

- rose gold chargers
- mini bell jars with macaroon favors
- linen and napkin choices
- personalized thank you cards for each seat (the wax seal color indicated entree selection!)
- table numbers and stands

Venue: @dccweddings
Photography: @moonloopphoto
Florals: @belakflowers.wilmington
Planning, Hard Goods, Stationery, Production: @creative_eventology

We provided all the things for this summer wedding! Whatever you do, don't forget shade and water for your guests if you're getting married in June, July or August! Oh, and a plan B if it's going to be over 90 degrees or so 🥵

All the details:
- parasols
- hand fans
- ceremony programs
- card box
- multiple pieces of custom signage
- linens
- all the cute baskets and containers for everything

Venue: @dccweddings
Photography: @moonloopphoto
Planning, Hard Goods, Signage, Styling, Production: @creative_eventology

Horas make for some of my favorite wedding moment and photos, but man do I always stress about:
- making sure we have armed chairs so you can hold on!
- low ceilings and head trauma
- people falling off chairs
- people dropping chairs

So much fun though! I think we should do the hora at all weddings, Jewish or not!

Venue: @districtwinery
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
DJ + Lighting: @dangoldmanevents
Chuppah Florals + Ceiling Greenery Install: @petalnbloom.studio
Photography: @dioramedia

One thing you might not have thought about if you're just beginning the search for your wedding venue is locations for photo opportunities! Of course you need to love the spaces where your actual event will be taking place, but keep in mind we will also need to think about locations for larger family photos, wedding party photos, and couples portraits! Your photographer will ultimately decide what spaces are the best day-of based on things like space, logistics and lighting, but with our Wedding Weekend Package, we'll also chat through these details with you ahead of time to make sure you feel good about the options!

Venue: @districtwinery
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @dioramedia

What are your thoughts on faux florals for weddings? To be honest, in photos like this one, you really can't even tell they're not real! Here are some of our pros + cons if you're considering this option!

Pros:
- less expensive than fresh florals
- lighter to carry
- you don't have to stress about seeing thousands of dollars in florals go in the trash the next day
- less waste
- don't have to worry about supply chains, fluctuating florals costs, or seasonality

Cons:
- limited options, colors and customization opportunities
- not great for close up or detail shots
- if you're renting from a company that ships, these often come in HUGE boxes that can be tough to transport to and from your wedding
- cannot be preserved or dried as a keepsake
- they don't smell as nice

Overall, we LOVE fresh florals and the creativity they can allow, but we think renting or using faux florals for bouquets could be a great option for some couples! If this might be something you're interested in, we'd suggest also mixing in real florals for certain things if possible. Items like centerpieces, where guests are right in front of them for an extended period of time, will be more obvious if completely faux.

Venue: @districtwinery
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Photography: @dioramedia
Florals: @sbblooms

Ok, now THAT'S how to add a dip moment at the end of your first dance! But seriously, PRACTICE. Dips don't just happen. They're actually kind of tough so make sure you guys try a few ways and figure out what works for you guys!

Tent + Rentals: @easternshoretents
DJ + Cold Sparklers: @wired_up_entertainment
Photography: @carolinemacdonaldphoto
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

Ashley + Cole decided to write each other little love notes on the bottoms of each others shoes and it was so damn cute. We're here for all the personal touches and mushy details!

Photography: @carolinemacdonaldphoto
Planning: @creative_eventology

Tented weddings, aesthetically speaking, are hands down some of our favorites. Logistically, these can be a beast! Trust us, if you plan on erecting your own venue from the ground up, get you an experienced planner! There are SO many things to think about that don't come into play with other types of venues. You don't know what you don't know and that's where we come in!

Photography: @carolinemacdonaldphoto
Tents + Rentals: @easternshoretents
DJ: @wired_up_entertainment
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

Not so patiently waiting for spring to arrive. For now, all we've got is this beautiful bouquet giving all those colorful spring vibes.

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique
Hair + Makeup: @flawlessfinishartistry
Hotel: @theloganhotel
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology

Always ask your florist for some extra blooms for detail photos! Some florists will throw these in free of charge, but I've seen them range from $15 - $60 depending on the florist, quantity and flower varieties. Once you've made sure you've got the pretty blooms coming (before the photographer arrives), make sure you've scheduled in enough time for your photographer to play around a little with the styling of these florals with all your detail items. We recommend at least 30 - 45 minutes for detail photos.

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique
Planning + Production - @creative_eventology

Just adding a unique shape to something, whether it's table numbers, stationery, or signage, can instantly change the look of your design from boring to interesting and eye-catching!

Photography: @meghanbaskin
Florals: @ne_flower_boutique
Venue: @freelibrary
Catering: @brulee_catering
Planning, Production, and Signage: @creative_eventology

After countless weddings on the beaches of Florida and Delaware, sharing some beach weddings tips! Even if you're getting married on a lakeshore, these will come in handy!

- I wouldn't worry about shoes for anyone, really. They're only going to make it harder to walk on sand and get full of sand anyway!

- Please provide umbrellas (or some other kind of shade) and water for your guests if you're on the beach in the summer! Sunglasses are great too! Don't forget a trash can for empty water bottles : )

- Be prepared for wind, especially as it relates to florals and sound

- Carefully consider ceremony location and the time of day for your ceremony. In Delaware, for instance, the sun won't be setting behind you, but on the West Coast of Florida, it will be! We'll help with this for sure!

- Try to keep everything closer to walkways and boardwalks, if possible. This is especially important for older or handicapped guests. You might need to rent a few beach wheelchairs!

Planning + Production - @creative_eventology
Venue - @indianriverlss
Photography - @tiffpicsphotography

DOGS ALWAYS! That's all 🐕

Planning + Production - @creative_eventology
Photography - @tiffpicsphotography
Trolley - @thejollytrolley

If you're using some sort of transportation for your wedding party, make sure you save a few extra seats for us and your photographer! Even though your ride might be quick and just a go-between from church to venue, the fun moments and laughs that happen are some of my favorite and should be captured!

Planning + Production - @creative_eventology
Photography - @tiffpicsphotography
Florals - Windsor's Flowers
Makeup - Makeup by Farren
Transportation - @thejollytrolley

I'm sure I've mentioned this before, but I often get more excited about the guys' looks! We are ALWAYS in support of a fun or floral tie and a natural colored suit, especially if it blends with the overall look of the day. Carl did it perfect!

Venue: @conroycatering
Photography: @andrea_krout_photography
Florals: @afloralaffairpa
Planning, Design, Production: @creative_eventology

Just a quick love post for this stunning bouquet from @afloralaffairpa! Our color palette for this October wedding did include lots of warm autumn tones, but we didn't want to go super fall with the overall vibe. The florist understood the assignment and delivered this bouquet with the perfect colors but a more springtime feel.

Venue: @conroycatering
Photography: @andrea_krout_photography
Florals: @afloralaffairpa
Planning, Design, Production: @creative_eventology

These amazing velvet floral dresses Lindsey picked became the inspiration for our entire design! We'd love to see more non-traditional and mix-and-match bridesmaids dresses this year! If you're not sure how to make this look good, reach out with us to chat about our Design Proposal Package! This package includes inspiration, estimate and details about EVERY aesthetic part of your day, including everyone's looks!

Venue: @conroycatering
Photography : @andrea_krout_photography
Florals: @afloralaffairpa
Hair: @arielkatrinahair
Planning, Design, Production: @creative_eventology

Honestly, welcome signs are one of our favorites to design. It's the first thing guests see and it should set the tone! We mimicked the designs and fonts we started on their invitations (see a couple posts ago) into all their signage, incorporating velvet and metallic elements on both boards. The beautiful florals, always a must, finish the look! Oftentimes the florals and pieces of the welcome sign can be repurposed as well! The smaller sign and florals here then went to the bar after all guests had arrived!

Venue: @thereedssh
Photography: @ckattlerphoto
Florals: @capemayflowerco
Planning, Design, Hard Goods, Stationery, Signage, Production: @creative_eventology

Don't have your card box or guestbook table be an afterthought! These small items are usually the last to be put together in the grand scheme of a large event, but they are often one of the first things guests see and deserve to be just as polished as your guest tables or ceremony spaces! Sometimes just a quick personalization on your card box (our acrylic one shown here), a couple candles and a small florals are all it takes. Add a specialty linen to finish the look!

Venue: @thereedssh
Photography: @ckattlerphoto
Florals: @capemayflowerco
Planning, Design, Hard Goods, Stationery, Production: @creative_eventology

Curious about how our stationery packages work?
Here's a breakdown of the options, starting with the most comprehensive!

a) We can create something completely custom for you. We'll start with a vision board for you to determine your color palette and overall vibe, and then once we're sure we are on the right track, you put down a deposit and we start designing!

b) We can use a customizable template online for select parts of your suite (usually the main invite card) and custom design or mix-and-match for the other elements like RSVP cards, envelopes and the pretty little personalized details.

c) We can help you find and customize a template that's already out there on the internet somewhere for all pieces of your invitation suite. Minted is a favorite for this. There are limitations to how much we can customize, but they have lots of beautiful designs and this can be a more affordable option. This photo is an example of this option!

d) You take care of ordering and designing everything and have your suite shipped to us to assemble, add personalized details (wax seals, ribbons, envelope liners, etc.), stamp and mail, or all of the above!

If it's about time to start thinking about your invites, send us a quick message to get more details about pricing and timelines! We're hoping you'll be pleasantly surprised at how competitively priced our completely custom options can be!

Whether you're sassy, crazy, over-the-top, demure, reserved, or quirky, BE YOU! The BEST photos are those that capture genuine emotion and personality. Sara was such a saucy and fun bride and you can just feel it in these incredible portraits!

Venue: @hotel_dupont
Photographer: @tylerboye, @hitchedbytbp
Planning + Production: @creative_eventology
Hair + Makeup: @bellaangelbrides

We've done tons of weddings at this venue and it's so interesting to see how each photographer sees different shots. When on the hunt for the perfect photographer, really look at the types of shots in their portfolios. Look for someone with a creative eye that has shots that don't look like every other portfolio you've seen!

Also, peep Abby holding the elevator 👀 Whatever you (or your photographers) need on your day, we're here for it!

Venue: @hotel_dupont
Photographer: @hitchedbytbp @tylerboyephoto
Florals: @beautifulbloomsevents
Planning, Design, Production: @creative_eventology
Hair + Makeup: @bellaangelbrides

Your photographer is such an important choice for your big day. Some things to ask your photographer or consider as you're searching:

- How posed are their photos and how much do they help with posing? Posing isn't intuitive for most couples, so this can sometimes add stress. We 100% recommend working with your wedding day photographer for an engagement (or other) shoot before the day to make sure you are familiar with how they work and also to get some experience with posing.

- How many team members and how much equipment do they bring and use? This can influence how hectic the day is, how private your private moments are, and how long it takes to set up photos. Some photographers carry just a camera or two. Some carry WAY more.

- What are their favorite types of photos and how would they describe their style? More artistic? Editorial? Candid? This will likely be reflected in the overall look of your final gallery. For instance, you can tell from this incredible shot that this photographer is an experienced portrait photographer and knows how to work with depth of field and light. But, photos like this may take a little longer to stage and compose, so we will work with your photographer to make sure we have plenty of time for all the beautiful things they will create!

Photography + Videography: @tylerboyephoto, @hitchedbytbp
Planning, Design + Production: @creative_eventology
Venue: @hotel_dupont
Hair + Makeup: @bellaangelbrides

THIS is your sign to find you a sparkly gold wedding dress! Ashlyn wore this dress for her entire day, but you could even use this for a second dress option if you wanted something white for ceremony! We've had quite a few brides choose a color other than white for their big day and we'd love to see more of this! Dare to be different if you're so inclined!

Photography: @dearlybeloved.weddings
Planning, Design + Production: @creative_eventology

Sunset portraits aren't always an option based on the timing and location of your event, but we will always try to schedule these into your day if you're interested in them!

With all of our planning packages, we will help you with everything timeline related for the entire week of your wedding. From chatting through options (even the ones you might have no clue about), balancing logistics (like how many family photos you want), and prioritizing what's most important to you, we'll craft a timeline that will work perfect for your day. We take literally EVERYTHING into account and trust me when I say that a realistic timeline is the #1 way to ensure you get to enjoy every second of your day and after 12 years, we've got timeline creation down to a science!

Photography: @dearlybeloved.weddings
Planning, Design + Production: @creative_eventology

Of course not everyone has a vintage car lying around, but boy if you do, you'd better use it! A few of our 2023 brides used vintage cars for their portraits and we're in love. If this isn't an option for you, think about other fun additions to include in your portraits like unique or antique furniture pieces, props (pretty coupe glasses and champ), pets, accessories (hats, furs, sunglasses), or other super cool backgrounds you might have access to (like murals)! You don't want to use these in EVERY photo of the two of you, but these can easily become all-time favorite photos!

Photography: @dearlybeloved.weddings
Planning, Design + Production: @creative_eventology
Florals: @allixjeanflorals

We're all about the personalized touches infused into your wedding day. For Alex + Colin this looked like custom coasters that we designed with the same design as their invitations, framed photos of them at each table, custom cigar wraps for their live cigar roller, a boat ride entrance to their waterfront venue, and an overall Havana nights inspired design to reflect their laid back vibes!

Photography: @gabbiswanstyling
Venue: @chesapeake_inn
Design, Florals, Hard Goods: @creative_eventology
Linens: @bbjlatavola

Fun fact - did you know we were based out of southwest Florida for a couple years?! Needless to say, we have done A LOT of tropical inspired weddings! While this wedding wasn't in Florida, if tropical is what makes you happy, we are IN!

Florals, Design, Card Box: @creative_eventology
Linens: @bbjlatavola
Photography: @gabbiswanstyling
Venue: @chesapeakeinn_events

If you don't want to hire a photobooth service, a photo guestbook is a less expensive option always such a fun activity for guests. Pick a fun wall or have us create a fun backdrop for you for all your guests to take photos in front of! We offer a photo guestbook package that includes all of this!

- (2) white cameras
- all the film your guests can use!
- customized scrapbook
- pens, tape, and stickers
- a custom piece of signage

Venue: @chesapeakeinn_events
Photo: @gabbiswanstyling

One of our favorite things? When everything is cohesive for your day! It makes our heart happy to help you create custom invitations which then match your signage, other wedding day details and even YOU! Winter is design season for us so if you're getting married this year, now is the time to get in touch!

Design, Signage, Stationery, Hard Goods: @creative_eventology
Photography: @mariahbrinkphoto
Florist: @styledde

We love color, that's no secret. BUT, more neutral palettes can be incredible too and if that's your vision, we'll make it happen! When working with more subtle tones like this modern beachy wedding from last summer, using elements with texture is key to creating interest! Easiest way to do this? Upgrade your linens and napkins to something other than the standard flat polyester blend, use chargers or placemats (a must!), and consider how your florals can add to the design!

Design, Hard Goods, Menu Cards: @creative_eventology
Photography: @mariahbrinkphoto
Venue + Catering: @harbourlewes
Florist: @styledde

Did you know we also create custom stationery?! Whether you want a fun maximalist design with all sorts of bells and whistles or just something cool and modern like this design we created for Tyler and Emma, we'll custom design a suite just for you!

Now is the time to start thinking about invitations if you're getting married in summer or fall of 2024!

Stationery: @creative_eventology
Photography: @mariahbrinkphoto
Florist: @styledde

It's not the standard thing to do, but we love to put your cake on a hightop table (42" tall) instead of a low round (30" tall). Not only does it make it easier for you guys to cut, but the photos are better too!

We do the same thing for guestbooks - save your guests' backs!

Here's a simple but beautiful design from Emily + Jake's big day. Our favorite part? That it's not stark white!

Planning, Design, Florals, Decor, Stationery - @creative_eventology
Venue - @mountharmon
Photography - @tellitwellphotography
Cake - @cakesbyabbyrobson
Rentals - @easternshoretents

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