Our Curated Design

We were an out-of-town couple planning a wedding in Richmond, and we wanted a wedding planner who not only knew what she was doing and all the best vendors in the area but also just someone fun to Zoom with 1 to 4 times per month. We spoke with multiple planners and chose Jami because she felt like one of our friends right from the start, and we knew we’d enjoy working with her for our year of planning. We chose her full planning package and would say our end result was full plus plus plus planning. She kept the whole process stress-free, smooth, organized, and, most importantly, enjoyable!

Jami’s attention to detail and design are next level. We trusted her vision and knew she’d more than deliver! After deciding on the venue, we started talking about incorporating stained glass, and she quickly found someone across the country to design a piece for us that would be used during our ceremony. She and her husband designed and built our chuppah, from which our stained glass hung as the backdrop. The chuppah was both beautiful and functional and fit into our wedding style better than we imagined!

It’s evident that vendors also enjoy working with Jami, which speaks to her professionalism and demeanor. Jami is very responsive at all hours of the day! She is also the queen of flat lays. Admittedly, we are not very into flat lays, but what Jami pieced together from our wedding details (and the modern, artsy additions she threw in) was beyond!!

Jami truly delivered on Our Curated Design. She brought to life something we never could have without her.

I worked with Jami and her team for my August 2026 wedding in Richmond, Virginia and it was one of the best decisions I made throughout the planning process! She was a preferred vendor for my venue (Upper Shirley Vineyards) and came at the personal recommendation of the venue staff once I had booked my date. At booking, Jami was extremely professional and I knew from our first call she would bring a wealth of experience not just to the wedding day, but to help me navigate the entire process from start to finish. Right away her incredible warmth helped put me at ease, and knowing I had her in my corner during wedding planning made the entire process much less stressful. Across the Richmond wedding industry, Jami has incredible relationships with other vendors and was able to give curated recommendations based on my budget and needs - all which worked out perfectly. Jami is a true creative and throughout the entire process was a wonderful collaborator! After I had made a wedding vision, she helped me fill in the gaps with the details that made the entire day come together. She was always willing to attend meetings with other vendors, help me brainstorm ideas, and make sure there was not a single detail missed! On the day of, I was able to truly relax and be present knowing her and her team would do (and did do) an incredible job on set up at the venue, coordinate logistics with the venue and the vendor teams, and manage the day's timeline! Some examples of her going above and beyond are bringing books/plants from her home to add to décor, helping me last minute tag name cards with meal selections, creating the most beautiful flat lay with items from her own collection, and attending my rehearsal at the church even though it wasn't required! Truly could not be more thankful she was a part of my wedding and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a planner that is creative, kind, and has an excellent attention to detail!! Really was everything I needed and more to have the best day!!

Jami and her team were seriously so amazing to work with. I had no idea where to even start with wedding planning other than I knew I needed a venue and most definitely wanted to get a planner lol. Jami helped me throughout the whole process and was there for any questions I had throughout everything and was able to calm me when I was feeling like I was behind or so confused on what I needed to be doing next. The day of my wedding was nothing short of perfection thanks to her and her team. They handled literally everything I could have ever worried about and I was so comfortable and I was able to enjoy getting ready with my girls and really focus on the moment and not everything that was going on outside of the bridal suite. I cannot say enough amazing things about Jami and her team and the absolute attention to detail and care and compassion they have to her brides. We also used her to make all of our wedding signage and bar signs and she seriously is the most talented and full service gal I just am still so obsessed with her and everything she did for us on our wedding day!!

Hiring Jami as our wedding planner was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! She went above and beyond throughout the entire year of planning and on the wedding day itself.

From the beginning, Jami took the time to understand not only our vision for the day, but also the vibe and values that mattered most to us. She completely understood what we were trying to create and brought our dream wedding to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. I had a very specific vision, and Jami executed it flawlessly. Her creativity and artistic talent are incredible, and she went above and beyond sourcing decor and special touches to make sure every element reflected our vision perfectly—including beautiful custom calligraphy and design details that added such a personal and elevated touch throughout the day. She also helped me bring to life a very specific vision for a lantern and floral installation on the steps leading into our ceremony site, which turned out even more beautiful than I had imagined.

One of my favorite memories from our wedding day was walking into the reception space for the first time. I'll never forget seeing every detail I had spent the past year imagining, dreaming about, and planning finally come to life. From the custom bar design, floral installations, and the table number sign she designed on a vintage mirror she kindly let us borrow, to all of the thoughtful details throughout the room, everything was exactly as I had envisioned—and somehow even more beautiful. It was such an emotional moment, and Jami is the reason it became a reality. She took the ideas that lived in my head and transformed them into a space that felt like a dream come true.

What impressed us most was her attention to detail and organization. Jami thought of every last detail so that the wedding day ran smoothly, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy the celebration. One of the greatest gifts she gave us was the ability to truly relax on our wedding day. I never found myself worrying about timelines, vendor coordination, logistics, or whether something had been forgotten because I knew Jami had everything covered. She anticipated needs before they arose, handled countless moving pieces behind the scenes with professionalism and grace, and made us feel completely taken care of from start to finish.

She also cared deeply about the people we love. She was so kind, patient, and helpful with our family members, recognizing that our wedding day was a huge day for them too. One of our favorite memories was watching her help my nephews execute their "Ring Security" duties perfectly—they felt so special and important, and she made sure everything went off without a hitch.

Another thing we will always appreciate is how thoughtfully she handled guest food allergies. This was a significant source of anxiety for me, and Jami took it seriously from day one. Knowing she was overseeing those details gave us tremendous peace of mind and allowed us to relax and enjoy the day.

Jami has a unique talent for turning big ideas into reality while making the entire process feel seamless and stress-free. She poured her heart into our wedding and made us feel supported every step of the way. Our wedding was more beautiful, organized, and meaningful than we ever imagined possible, and we have Jami to thank for so much of that.

If you're looking for a wedding planner who will truly listen to you, understand your vision, care for your family, and execute every detail with incredible talent and heart, we cannot recommend Jami highly enough.

We had an amazing experience working with Jami for our wedding at Upper Shirley Vineyard in May 2026. From the very beginning, she was incredibly detail oriented, responsive, organized, and genuinely kind throughout the entire planning process.

What really stood out was how much care and creativity she brought to every aspect of our wedding design and vision. She truly held our hand through the entire process — from creating the overall aesthetic and tablescape design to thoughtfully mapping out each location and flow of the wedding events throughout the venue. She made everything feel cohesive, intentional, and uniquely “us.”

One of our favorite personal touches was that she hand wrote all of our table numbers and place cards in beautiful calligraphy, which added such an elegant and meaningful touch to the day.

On the wedding day, Jami handled everything seamlessly so we could fully enjoy the experience with our family and friends. She was calm, professional, and always one step ahead. We felt completely supported the entire time and are so grateful for everything she did to make our wedding so special.

Long overdue, forgive me:

Our wedding simply would not have happened without Jami Pollnow.

We were told early on that the number one regret couples have is not hiring a wedding planner. Like many couples, we thought we could handle it ourselves — and very quickly realized why everyone says that. We are eternally grateful to whoever told us to call Jami.

From the very beginning, Jami was a ray of sunshine — someone who made us feel both excited and completely secure, knowing she was absolutely going to get it done. Our schedules were all over the place, communication was sometimes less than ideal on our end, and yet Jami never wavered. She was endlessly patient, always prepared, and consistently provided thoughtful updates and detailed notes — all without ever making things feel overwhelming.

It’s rare to meet someone with Jami’s energy, determination, and sheer gusto. She understood our budget from day one and paired us with incredible vendors who were high-quality, professional, and still within a range we were comfortable with. We truly got a five-star wedding — authentic, thoughtful, beautifully organized — for what felt like a steal. We didn’t have to search endlessly or second-guess decisions; we simply trusted Jami, followed her timeline, and leaned into the amazing people she brought to the table.

And then there was the wedding day itself.

Jami was nothing short of commander-in-chief — herding cats, wrangling a bunch of lovable hooligans, keeping everyone on time, in line, and moving forward with grace, humor, and just the right amount of authority when needed (think: enthusiastic friends and brothers who enjoyed the open bar).

In fact, my grandfather’s favorite part of the wedding — aside from watching his favorite granddaughters get married — was watching Jami run the ship. He affectionately called her “Red” and was endlessly entertained and impressed by her calm command of the day.

Do yourself a favor and hire this woman.

Jami loves love. She loves weddings. She loves her people. And she will do anything to make your dream a reality. We cannot imagine our wedding — or the joy and peace we felt throughout the process — without her.

Jami Pollnow Heath was an absolute rockstar from our very first conversation to the final magical moments of our wedding day!! She carried our vision with such grace, precision, and heart, guiding me through every step with calm wisdom and unwavering support. When stress tried to creep in, Jami was the steady lighthouse, always ten steps ahead, always making the impossible feel effortless. Her attention to detail, her creative intuition, and her deep care for every moving piece turned our wedding into a living dream. I cannot imagine this journey without her. If you are searching for someone who will champion your love story with excellence and soul, Jami is truly the one!

From the start, Jami made us feel like she had everything under control while being an incredibly warm and comforting person. She assuaged any concerns we had and helped us design the most flawless wedding I could think of. From planning sessions to day-of coordination and execution, I can’t imagine a better person for the job. I highly recommend Our Curated Design.

TL;DR – From one type A girly to another (making an assumption about my reader here), I whole heartedly recommend working with Jami for your big day. She is talented, committed and kind.

If you’re interested in the longer take… We initially hired Jami in a partial planning capacity but as we got a better sense of her prowess (and how complicated wedding planning can be!), we quicky upgraded to her full planning offering. Jami is exactly as advertised in her *OCD* branding. She is detail-oriented, she is creative, she has an excellent eye, and she has extensive experience in the industry. In fact, we were her 100th wedding! Jami connected us with trusted local vendors in the Richmond area – all of whom were within our budget and were a delight to work with. Fun bonus – Jami is also a calligrapher! So, she ended up doing our day-of signage, name tags etc. (This, of course, was an added cost but it meant one less vendor to manage AND everything was beautifully done.) I will also add that Jami, with the upmost respect, disagreed with some of our ideas and recommended alternatives. I personally hugely appreciated working with someone who was not just a ‘yes’ woman. She knows this business far better than we do and we could tell she was genuinely thinking as critically as we were about our day. If you’re on the fence about working with her, make the leap!

Jami was the best wedding planner we could have asked for! She made our special day absolutely perfect, and we couldn't recommend her more. We had our wedding at the Branch Museum, which she used her connections to help identify. Her connections are second to none, and gave us access to the top vendors in the area, who helped make our wedding amazing. Jami is so dedicated, and planned our wedding through her pregnancy and into the newborn life of her adorable daughter. Jami is extremely creative, and was always looking for ways to keep us within our budget without sacrificing quality. During our event, she made sure everything was executed perfectly. She kept us calm and confident, and made sure our family, friends, and wedding party were taken care of. We had a Jewish wedding, and she was able to highlight and fulfill every one our traditions, including kosher style dining and getting married under a Chuppah, which her father-in-law made himself. We are so grateful we went with Jami for our wedding, and hope someday to use her for our children's Bar or Bat Mitzvah too!