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On WeddingWire since 2019

Gwen's Candlelight Weddings is a wedding planner, wedding coordinator and officiant with a bussiness License # 50238 based in Horry County, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, Gwendolyn Shields has coordinated and planned more than 200 weddings. She aims to relieve your stress so you can enjoy your special day.

Services Offered

Throughout the process, Gwen will focus on eliminating the hard work and stress for you and your partner and ensuring every detail is handled before the event. She can coordinate your vendors and oversee the festivities from start to finish. For your ceremony, Gwen can work closely with you to create vows that authentically reflect you as a couple. She can also offer counseling to help you prepare to say 'I do.' Gwen would love to help you bring your vision for your big day to life.

Gwen is offering for all wedding planning and wedding coordination at no charge, she will be your WEDDING OFFICIANT for your special day.

  • 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?

$1,200

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$2,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$150

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
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

1 full planner with 5 assistants
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Reviews of Gwen's Candlelight Weddings

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Jeanette
Jeanette K. Sent on 07/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Gwen went absolutely above and beyond!

Out of all of the vendors I chose for my wedding, I can confidently say that Gwen was hands down the best! In terms of all of the elements that I prioritize and value, including responsiveness, timeliness, attention to detail, care & consideration, all added together to make Gwen one of the best parts of my wedding! I had many guests come up to me after and tell me how Gwen did an amazing job and was so friendly and on top of her game. I truly would recommend her to anyone who wants a stress-free (or stress-minimized!) and enjoyable wedding planning and coordinating experience, which made my wedding day an absolute success!
Joleen
Joleen P. Sent on 07/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fairy Godmother to my rescue.

From having a wedding crisis, being scammed and only found out 7 days before my actual wedding day. Ms Gwen was my Saving Grace. She basically waved her magic wand like the Fairy Godmother she is🪄 and made me feel like a Cinderella. She's not only professional but also adds that special, personal touch and her outstanding service is none other than phenomenal. We are truly grateful to you Ms Gwen for coming to our rescue. We will give you all the stars and the moon as my rating.
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Jennifer M. Sent on 07/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Day To Remember

Gwendolyn was outstanding.
She was flexible and supportive of our requests and worked with us to ensure our day went as smooth as possible. When we booked our date, we were planning on clear skies. Instead, we got the outskirts of a tropical storm. Gwendolyn prayed with us for a clear sky and sure enough, God cleared the skies for just enough time for us to have our beach ceremony. She even allowed my son to hold both my fiancé and mine hands during our ceremony as if she was uniting our family, not just our union. To add, Gwendolyn would’ve married us rain or shine. 10/10 recommend her for your special day.
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