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About

117 Event Design is a full-service event planning and design business, located in Memphis, Tennessee. Owner, Ashley Oldham, along with her team, focus on making every event a memorable and stress-free experience, while portraying the couples’ personal style. 117 Event Design has been featured in several publications and has planned events at numerous venues locally and nationwide.

Experience
Ashley Oldham started her career in 2002, working as a production assistant for Arch Angel Entertainment, where she helped produce Memphis area concerts for popular artists like Jay-Z, Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake, Cher, and Christina Aguilera. Ashley has planned more than 400 weddings, receptions and events. Natalie Chrestman, lead coordinator and graphic designer, began working in the event business in 2006. Natalie has worked on various sides of the event industry such as: photography/graphic design, catering sales, event rentals, and event planning. Hollye Dotson is an assistant coordinator of 117 Event Design.

Services Offered
This company organizes various wedding types, including civil, double weddings, military, religious, destination, elopements, and non-religious. 117 Event Design also offers planning services that include:

  • Day-of coordination
  • Full planning
  • Referrals available
  • Event design
  • Partial planning
  • Timelines
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$950

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$2,400

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$3,395

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of 117 Event Design

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Michael Sent on 09/13/2020
5 out of 5 rating

48 Hour Wedding Reception

I called Ashley on Wednesday night of wedding week after our plans fell through at our reception venue. Ashley showed up at 10am the next morning and went right to work putting together the most intimate and idealic wedding reception we could have ever wanted right at our home. Ashley went out of her way to iron out all the missed details, took initiative, and even lent a hand to the servers when it was clear they needed it. Her industry connections enabled us to book new vendors and service staff on basically one-day’s notice, all perfectly suited to our needs. Her professionalism, Johnny-on-the-spot attention, and clear passion for her craft ensured the entire evening went off without a hitch. We are deeply grateful for her services and she has our highest recommendation.
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Alexandria Sent on 11/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Natalie Chrestman

Natalie helped so much! i honestly feel like she did pretty much everything, and without even being asked. She was super helpful and i am so thankful i had her to help with the wedding day.
User4858063 Sent on 10/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Deborah Peck, Mother of the Bride

Ashley did an excellent job with our daughter’s wedding. She possesses that coveted combination of consummate professional and lovely personality! I highly recommend her services if you want a stress free, worry free event!
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Hannah Sent on 11/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Natalie is REMARKABLE at her job. Because of her, my now husband & I could relax and enjoy our whole wedding day. I truly don't know how we could have pulled off our wedding without her. I would recommend Natalie to ANYONE! Game changer for sure.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Worth every penny

My husband and I were on the fence about a wedding planner, but luckily we went ahead and spent the extra money for peace of mind. Ashley was worth every single penny. She helped make decisions on the little things that can seem frivolous, yet daunting (Do you need corsages? Who walks down the aisle with whom?) and also helped us to see the big picture and how it would all come together. The day of, Ashley really helped make our wedding beautiful, special (hooking us up with a private dinner as husband/wife), and run so smoothly. Bonus- she is such a nice person and has the cutest outfits :) HIGHLY recommend!
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Sarah Sent on 11/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience

Natalie made our wedding a dream
Alexis
Alexis Sent on 11/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing

Ashley was our day of coordinator and the only thing I regret is not letting her coordinate the entire wedding. She was extremely responsive to all of my Type A questions and concerns. She had answers before I had questions. Soooo professional, organized and meticulous. We planned to have an outdoor wedding, however the forecast changed the day of the wedding and the temperature dropped drastically & it ended up raining. Not ideal for an outdoor ceremony. Ashley quickly assured me not to worry and she went above and beyond to make the ceremony Everything. She worked with my vendors to change the initial plans that we had made in order to accommodate the rain, she helped with our linens, she took the stress out of timing wedding events (first dance, cake cutting etc..) I was able to truly enjoy my husband and our guests without the stress of the planning. She made sure that from the time we walked inside we had drinks, food and were comfortable. It took me a year to plan our wedding but due to circumstances beyond our control our entire ceremony had to be changed but with Ashley’s experience & background she made sure we had the best night ever. Outside of choosing my husband to marry Ashley was hands down THE BEST decision I made regarding our wedding. Now that the wedding is over I actually miss her - Ha! Would recommend for any bride or event!!!!!
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Amber Sent on 10/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding/Reception

Hands down the best night of my life! I couldn’t do it without you guys!
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Carol Sent on 06/22/2018
5 out of 5 rating
117 Event Design was the perfect fit for my needs! I highly recommend Ashley to assist you in any type of event. She is very knowledgeable in the industry and was able to make my vision come true for my wedding! There are different packages to fit your needs or she can work with you on what you need from her services. It was easy and stress free! We know that’s so important!
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Amanda Sent on 04/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Hiring Natalie from 117 Event Design was then best decision I made for my wedding and the best money I spent. Everyone talked about great she was and how much she was involved. She truly cares about her brides and I would hire her again in a heart beat. <3
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
DeepBlu Entertainment DeepBlu Entertainment Wedding DJs

We always love working with 117 Event Design. Always professional and always a lot of fun! From beginning to end, an awesome experience! Glad to be a part of such a great family of local wedding professionals.

Elizabeth Hoard Photography Elizabeth Hoard Photography Wedding Photographers

I love my weddings where 117 Event Design is hired for the wedding planning!

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