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Meredith Tanton Events, formally known as Sweetgrasss Social was founded in 2009 with the intention of creating events that are meaningful and reflective of the couples we serve. From the initial inquiry until boarding the plane for the honeymoon, we'll define success as you having an amazing and seamless experience. We serve as your guide and partner through the design and planning process to create a customized experience that fits your lifestyle. We believe it's so important to connect and establish a relationship.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

Full Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Meredith Tanton Events

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Maddi Sent on 01/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely AMAZING!!!!

Meredith + her team were absolutely FABULOUS. It is hard to explain in words what they meant to us during our wedding - all I can say is that the whole process would not have been the same without them. The planning, communication, creativity + thought behind everything was top notch. Not only was Meredith wonderful to work with the year leading up to the wedding, she was even BETTER (if that's even possible!) to work with on wedding weekend. Even our guests couldn't help but say amazing things about her + her team. They left no stone unturned. She really made all of our wedding dreams come to life! I would 10000% recommend Meredith and Sweetgrass Social to anyone getting married in the southeast/around Charleston. You will be so beyond happy that you hired her!
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Heather Sent on 04/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience

Meredith and Carolyn were wonderful to work with. They took care of every detail and I had full confidence in them throughout the entire process. They were very considerate of our vision for the wedding and budget and ended up giving us the wedding of our dreams - it was gorgeous. We would recommend them to anyone without hesitation!
Kayla
Kayla Sent on 12/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing planner in Charleston!

Wow! Sweetgrass Social is amazing. From start to finish, we had such an amazing experience using them to help plan our wedding. Our planner, Samantha, was basically my best friend by the end. They were responsive, creative, and accommodating. They worked so hard to make my wedding exactly how I wanted it- I can't think of a single thing that they couldn't get done for me. On the day of the wedding, they handled everything- I could just enjoy the day and not have to worry because I knew they were on top of it. Anytime I needed something, they were right there. If you are looking for a planner in Charleston, this is the way to go!
Lyn
Lyn S. Sent on 07/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Great Choice!

Planning an out of town wedding, while living busy lives, seemed a daunting task until we met Sweetgrass Social. From day one, we felt that the wedding was in creative and capable hands. Samantha was a great communicator--clear and timely and we never felt that we didn't have her full attention. As we met with vendors, the common theme was "I am so glad you are working with Sweetgrass. They are so organized and easy to work with--a great team." As someone who is a "Type A worker bee," I was unsure that I could sit back and let the Sweetgrass team handle the wedding festivities. However, I trusted them and they did not disappoint. Best night of my life!
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Kyle Sent on 03/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

HIGHLY Recommend Sam and Sweetgrass!

Sam and the team at Sweetgrass were not only extremely pleasant to work with, but they kept us on the right track and offered guidance the entire way. We felt at ease knowing Sam was on top of every detail. When we were researching wedding planners, all the other vendors had great things to say about Sweetgrass and now I know why. I would highly recommend them! Thank you Sam and team for making our wedding and the entire experience one we will always remember and our guests will always talk about!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 11/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Sweetgrass Social will take your wedding to the next level!

If you wondering if a wedding planner is 'worth' it - take it from a bride who began planning before a pandemic and had a wedding in a pandemic, IT 100% IS! Sweetgrass Social, Meredith Tanton specifically, is an absolute dream to work with.

In the beginning stages of planning there was no pandemic yet and Meredith was on top of everything. She is extremely organized and each time speaking with her she was able to clearly and concisely let my fiance and I know exactly what needed to get done and by when. She researched local vendors as well as trusted vendors she had worked with before and presented them to us and really helped us narrow down our selections. Meredith made an effort to get to know me, my personality, and my style to really design a wedding that suited me.

Once we booked vendors, some of which were her suggested vendors but some I found on my own - she was a great liaison for us - all of our vendors absolutely adored Meredith and respected her professionalism and organized attitude.

Once the pandemic hit instant panic hit, as we weren't sure exactly how this would affect our wedding day. Our wedding was November 14, 2020 so back in March we were sure this pandemic would blow over. With the quick experience Meredith picked up from her pandemic weddings in those early months, she was able to quickly give us options as backups and how we could still have the day of our dreams and still have our guests be safe and comply with local COVID-19 safety guidelines. Mind you, she kept us abreast of these ideas WHILE she was totally changing and reworking other weddings she had. Even with headcount adjustments (some even the week of the wedding) she was able to pivot immediately with ease and have updated plans for us. She kept herself up to date with the ever changing COVID-19 restrictions in our localized area (Lexington, Virginia) as well as in contact with our venue to make sure all of her plans were compliant and we were still happy.

As our wedding weekend commenced Meredith and her assistant Sam were such calming forces. Not once did I feel flustered or question how the day would turn out, because they were on top of everything. Meredith and Sam made our bridal party and family feel comfortable on the day of the rehearsal so everyone felt confident leading into the big day. They also made several trips up to the venue to help vendors set up throughout the weekend and make sure progress was being done in a timely manner.

On the wedding day - everything went off without a hitch! Meredith ensured the bridal party had everything they needed to feel comfortable, relaxed, and fed (VERY important) on the hours leading up to the wedding. She worked with our vendors on the day of to really ensure the day went off without issue and smoothly. I've received several compliments about how perfectly the day went without any missteps or slip ups - during the entire day (guests arrival, ceremony, reception, and departure).

I can't thank the team at Sweetgrass Social enough or Meredith enough because in a chaotic world she was able to make me feel at ease and have a wedding I didn't even think possible. My wedding experience and day was elevated because of the hard work of Meredith & the Sweetgrass Social team.
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King Sent on 04/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING planning + design team!

As venue managers for multiple properties, we have had the opportunity to work alongside many planners + coordinators. Without a doubt, Sweetgrass Social is consistently one of our favorite teams to have onsite!

During the planning process, Meredith, Samantha + Jacqueline expertly guide their clients through vendor selection, menu creation, floor plan design + timeline logistics. They are always quick + detailed in response. Their digital organizational systems are impressive. Additionally, their creativity + attention to detail are unmatched.

Not only are they a wonderful vendor partner, but they also provide our clients with individualized service second to none! You are in wonderful hands with this rockstar team!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 02/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Hands down, the best wedding coordinators in the Lowcountry!

Hands down, the best wedding coordinators in the Lowcountry! Meredith and her team were a pleasure to work with and to be honest, Meredith has been much more than just an amazing wedding planner. She has been a friend and therapist, helping navigate through almost every situation imaginable during the planning process. Our wedding was everything we could dream of, every detail of the weekend was prefect. Nothing was over looked, from the timeline to decor, which took a ton of stress off this detail oriented bride. I highly recommend Sweetgrass Social to any bride looking to have the wedding of their dreams and looking to work with some of the most talented people in Charleston. Thank you so much Meredith, Sam and the rest of the Sweetgrass Social team!
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Courtney Sent on 10/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, Sara Garcia!

We were planning a destination wedding in Charleston, SC from our home in Oregon so we were looking for partial wedding planning services to help with the day. Thank goodness we found Sweetgrass Social and Sara Garcia. We were able to find the perfect balance of our vision matched with Sweetgrass expertise. It was a beautiful day. It rained right before our ceremony and Sara and her team were wiping down chairs minutes before the guests arrived. Thank you for pushing us a little outside of our comfort zone and making our vision come true.

Sara - you are the best!
Rich
Rich Sent on 07/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent planner!

Wonderfully easy to work with, pleasant, and all around great planner! Worked on a beautiful wedding at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
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