Skip to main content
Weddings
This vendor is popular with couples. Start a conversation

Attributes highlighted by couples

Photography and Videography Services
Guest Management
Stress-free planning
Understanding the Couple's Vision

About

On WeddingWire since 2012

Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, A. Marie Events is a wedding-planning business that knows how to throw an unforgettable celebration. Founded by Anita Craine in 2005, this passionate creative can help you from beginning to end to visualize your dream wedding. No matter how big or small your ideas are, she can use her years of experience and skills to make your big day stand out from the rest. At every event, she focuses on streamlining the logistics and bringing a detail-orientated eye to its design, giving you a stress-free planning process.

Services Offered

Besides ceremonies and receptions, A. Marie Events can perform her services for proposals, rehearsal dinners, and private events. With a few packages to select from, you can decide whether you need full, partial, or month-of coordination. Each option includes consultations, an in-depth wedding day timeline, vendor referrals, communication, and budget analysis. To learn about further services Anita can provide for your celebration, please get in touch with her today.

  • Black-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

$3,995

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$8,995

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$13,995

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$250

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
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

4
illustration question

Any other questions?

Message vendor
5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
44 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
100% Recommended by couples
This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Review summary

Powered by AI

Anita from A. Marie Events & Design received highly positive reviews from multiple couples who praised her professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent communication throughout the wedding planning process. She helped couples find the perfect venue and assisted with coordinating vendors, making the planning process easy and stress-free. Couples were extremely satisfied with their wedding day, which was executed flawlessly, with stunning decor and seamless coordination of vendors. Anita's dedication and expertise were highly appreciated, and couples highly recommended her services for a memorable wedding experience.

Review summary

Powered by AI
This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Anita from A. Marie Events & Design received highly positive reviews from multiple couples who praised her professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent communication throughout the wedding planning process. She helped couples find the perfect venue and assisted with coordinating vendors, making the planning process easy and stress-free. Couples were extremely satisfied with their wedding day, which was executed flawlessly, with stunning decor and seamless coordination of vendors. Anita's dedication and expertise were highly appreciated, and couples highly recommended her services for a memorable wedding experience.

Curtis
Curtis C. Sent on 03/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Can say enough about our incredible planning experience

Choosing A. Marie Events & Design LLC to plan our wedding was the best decision we ever made. Anita's team was incredibly professional, detail-oriented, and her creativity was beyond our expectations. Anita and her team took our vision and made it come true, with every detail meticulously planned and executed.

Anita's communication was excellent, keeping us updated on everything. She went above and beyond to ensure our special day was seamless and unforgettable. Her passion and dedication were evident in the exceptional service they provided.

We highly recommend A. Marie Events & Design LLC to anyone looking for a stunning, stress-free, and Incredible wedding planning experience.
Euma
Euma R. Sent on 02/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Planner who cares about her clients

Anita was an incredible person to work with, she was attentive and understood what we wanted for our wedding almost like she could visually see it. She communicated with us every step of the way and and checked on us almost weekly to see if we needed anything. She handled all the communication with our vendors which was a load off of our shoulders and made our planning process so easy. Our wedding day was just bliss. She was amazing as well as her team!!
Amila
Amila A. Sent on 03/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Come True Wedding Experiance

Working with Anita was an absolute dream. From the moment we began the planning process, their professionalism, expertise, and genuine passion for their work was evident.

They took the time to understand our vision for our wedding day, and not only brought it to life, but exceeded our wildest expectations. Every detail, from the venue selection to the floral arrangements, was meticulously planned and executed, resulting in a day that flowed seamlessly.

Communication with Anita was effortless. They were always available to answer our questions, offer advice, and alleviate any concerns we had. We were consistently kept in the loop about the progress of our plans, which gave us peace of mind and allowed us to focus on the joy of our upcoming marriage.

On the day of our wedding, we were able to relax and soak in every moment, knowing that Anita and Her Team was handling everything behind the scenes. Our guests were highly impressed with the attention to detail and the smooth progression of events.

We can't thank Anita enough for their incredible work. Our wedding was not just a celebration of our love, but a testament to their creativity, dedication, and organizational skills. We highly recommend A. Marie Events & Design to any couple seeking a truly unforgettable wedding experience.
illustration stars

Are you interested?

Message vendor

Awards

44
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Deals

Pricing

Do you want more pricing details?

Team

Anita Craine
Anita Craine
Owner - Principle Planner

Anita Craine is a step out of the box wedding planner who although loves a good trend, believes her clients should create their own trends and let people follow them. She strives to producing unique, creative yet fabulous weddings and events that truly reflect who her client are. Whether her client wants to get married on a luxury jet with all of their family or friends......on the way to their amazing reception location on a private island or a great party with a superhero theme and a celebrity DJ. She lives to make each and every one of her clients events a moment that is meaningful and memorable.

Anita has been in love with planning events every since her children were little and it started with her planning her children's birthday parties, then friends and families children's parties.....and gradually becoming fascinated with weddings. Once she saw how amazing former NBA basketball player John Sally's wedding was when she lived in Detroit she was beyond hooked. She eventually got a job working for an event planning company in Detroit in 1994 for a friend who had her own company and absolutely loved it. She eventually moved to Atlanta in 1996 were she acquired another position working for another event planning company and realized she could do this easily on my own.

In 2005 she started A. Marie Events & Design LLC in Ohio, and never looked back being a wedding and event planner has been her calling as well as my true passion and have been in this business for over 25 years. She's learned a lot about this industry continuing to learn more every single day. In 2013 she met an awesome travel agent Travel Genie Kenneth Smith and became one of his Travel Genie, for Dreams Come True out of Maplewood, NJ. To help in the planning of her Destination Wedding Clients and their guest air and hotel accommodations. She is a Mexico, Aruba, Bahamas, Jamaica, Ft Lauderdale, Melia, Fiji, Malta, Belize, Houston, La Collecion, Palace Resorts, St. Maarten, Los Cabos, Puerto Rico, Italy, France, Maldivesa, and Guatemala Specialist and currently working on other specializations in the travel industry. She believes in learning, in order to provide the best services to her clients as possible.

Tyrenisha Barnes
Tyrenisha Barnes
Assistant Planner

yrenisha Barnes is a dedicated Assistant Event Planner known for her exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. She holds a degree in Business Management with a focus on Event Planning, and has spent several years honing her skills in various event planning roles.

Tyrenisha's ability to multitask and manage time effectively enables her to work on multiple events concurrently without compromising on quality. She excels in coordinating logistics, from securing venues and arranging transportation to liaising with vendors and managing guest lists.

Tyrenisha is also a skilled problem solver, able to anticipate potential issues and devise practical solutions to ensure every event runs smoothly. She is noted for her strong communication skills, often acting as a liaison between clients, team members, and vendors to ensure everyone stays on the same page.

Passionate about creating memorable experiences, Tyrenisha brings creativity and enthusiasm to every project she undertakes. She is consistently praised for her professionalism and dedication, and is a valued member of any event planning team.

Professional Network & Endorsements

11 Endorsements
ShaTerra Jenkins Makeup Artistry ShaTerra Jenkins Makeup Artistry Wedding Hair & Makeup

Anita takes her job very seriously and she goes above and beyond for her brides. I know she can get the job done because she also did my wedding. I love working with her, she literally takes all of the stress and guess work away from her clients. She Iis very responsive and professional. I recommend her event planning services to all of my clients in need!

Birthdays R US Birthdays R US Travel Agents

Detail is her middle name. Successful wedding is why her brides love her so much. Need I say more?

Crimson Leaves Photography Crimson Leaves Photography Wedding Photographers

There are many event planners available today and Anita is one of the most professional people I have met in the event industry. It is easy to see the passion and genuine care she provides to create the perfect event for anyone. She aims to please and hits the mark every time with her personality and honesty.

Preferred Vendors

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
4.7 out of 5 rating , 42 Reviews
· Hotel Weddings
The Kravis Center
Banquet Halls
The Barn 305
4.8 out of 5 rating , 27 Reviews
· Barn & Farm Weddings
SuitShop
4.9 out of 5 rating , 105 Reviews
· Wedding Dresses
Taylor Jordan Photography
5.0 out of 5 rating , 18 Reviews
· Wedding Photographers
Kenny Mondo DJ's
4.9 out of 5 rating , 84 Reviews
· Wedding DJs

Map

Other vendors in Miami for your wedding

Wedding Vendors

Responds within 24 hours