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Based in Arlington, VA, Garnished-Events LLC designs and executes events personalized to each couple. We are a team of experienced women from diverse backgrounds and extensive experience and knowledge in our industry. Our comprehensive services, insight, and dedication are sure to make every occasion memorable and truly special. Since 2012, owner Sheena has worked with countless couples and formed a network with some of the best event vendors in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas. No matter what ideas you have, Sheena and her team of professionals are here to help make your dream a reality.

Services Offered

Garnished Events will work with you from beginning to end to streamline all the details of your one-of-a-kind event. Whether you need full planning help or day-of coordination, they have a package that will suit you. Some of the team's services include budget analysis, event design, vendor communications, and much more. To learn more information, you can arrange a consultation today with these experts.

  • Black-owned
  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

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

$800

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,000

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
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious
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Olivia Married on 04/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!

I have nothing but kind words for Garnished-Events. Our original Day of Coordinator was unable to help with our wedding about two months before our wedding, and Garnished-Events luckily had availability. I could not be happier with working with them. Sheena was great, organized, and detail-oriented. She thought of things that never crossed my mind. It really helped me out, and it was great that she was able to run with all that I had planned for the wedding so far. She offered suggestions based on her experience, and I was grateful for it. She also had her team, Linda and Alondra with her. They were fantastic to work with as well! I highly recommend hiring her and her team for your event! You will not regret it.
Dynahlee
Dynahlee P. Married on 03/11/2022
3 out of 5 rating

Beautiful decor, bad communication

Let us start by saying that on our day, 3.11.22, decor was incredible. Everything was beautiful and as discussed, Garnished Events succeeded in the vision we requested. It was nice to see Sheena at end of the night and thank her for all her hard work on steaming the table cloths, customizing the pearl design on the napkins, and fulfilling our Great Gatsby theme, in addition to the stunning large white feathers. Wow. Nothing but compliments from the guests and us!

However, communication over the course of several months throughout the process was rough. We often felt like we were bothering them and often went weeks without responses — in addition to being told they were very busy and our wedding wasn’t until March, plus we weren’t their “full bride or client/ couple” since we only paid for decor. The evolving aspect of the bill was also confusing, but when they did explain it, it was helpful.

While there were some personal situations outside of their control that impeded timely communications, we felt overall that communication wasn’t great. Email can come
across snarky, but if said with the right tone and message, can make all the difference. That would be our best recommendation for Garnished.

In addition, we booked this vendor 10 months before our wedding (May) — only to be called a few months before and told we were not in their service area. They found a solution that was no cost to us, but we were very stressed much of the time because it was a huge red flag.

At the end of the day, our wedding turned out beautiful. So thank you for that. Wishing Garnished and team the best.

-Dynahlee + Joseph
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Celeste B. Married on 10/23/2022
2.2 out of 5 rating

Disappointing

The communication was hit or miss and often delayed. I was disappointed by the lack of professionalism and quality. Things that were discussed did not appear on the invoice and I was blamed -- this is not good customer service. The attention to detail was lacking and the items I rented were overpriced. I would not recommend this vendor.
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Sheena Lee Henry
Sheena Lee Henry
Owner

Lead Wedding/Event Planner of Garnished-Events LLC
14 years in the Wedding Industry (Dress Consultant, Coordinator, Designer and Planner)
Planned and Coordinated over 35 Weddings
BFA Earned: Fine Arts, with a focus on Interior Design
Wedding Planner Certified
Interior Design Certified

Alondra Martinez
Alondra Martinez
Event & Wedding Planner

As an event and wedding planner, I’ve been able to center in on my passion for helping clients create truly fantastic and memorable experiences for their guests. There is nothing more satisfying than knowing my services made my clients’ day better.

I'd say the passion has been engraved really early on in my life through watching my father paint & draw, though I can't physically do both, and in helping him pick palettes.

From your pastels, to vibrant colors, they all catch my eye and burst inspiration through my mind.

I absolutely adore trying new things and going outside of the box to puzzle in the grand picture.

As a bilingual event & wedding planner I also pride myself in inclusion and will be thorough with you each step of the way.

I look forward to learning more about you, and bringing your vision to life!

Favorite Cocktail: Sazerac

Favorite Travel Destination: Puerto Rico

Color Palette: Prussian Blue

Type of wedding: Royal & Glam

Favorite Holiday: Halloween

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