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Outstanding Occasions is a full service boutique wedding planning studio specializing in elegant and creative weddings with a streamlined and highly personalized planning process, servicing Scottsdale, Arizona and the Phoenix metro area.
Our planning packages begin at $6,500, and we have a variety of services allowing us to customize a package that works best for you.
Taking care of you is our priority. Delivering a collaborative and modern day wedding is our passion. Creating an outstanding experience honing in on what makes your love story special is what we do.
- Woman-owned
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Outstanding Occasions consistently receives rave reviews for making weddings seamless and stress-free. Reviewers praise the team's organization, attention to detail, strong vendor relationships, and calming presence that lets couples be present on their day. They reliably execute complex logistics, deliver beautiful results, and come highly recommended.
An absolute must!
We got married at Sottise, and even when we couldn’t fully articulate our exact vision, she just got it. She understood what we were hoping for and brought it to life in a way that felt completely us, and perfectly fit the space and experience at Sottise.
What sets her apart is not just her expertise, but who she is as a person. She is kind, honest, and incredibly thoughtful in how she approaches every decision. We always felt like we were getting genuine guidance, not just “yes” answers, which made such a difference in trusting the process. Her level of organization, awareness, and follow-through is next level. She thought of everything before it even crossed our minds, which allowed us to relax, be present, and enjoy. And when things could have felt overwhelming, she stepped in seamlessly and kept everything running smoothly, bringing a sense of calm and control to every moment of planning.
She is quite literally an absolute need, not a want, for your wedding day. We truly don’t know what we would have done without her. If you’re looking for someone who will advocate for you, bring clarity during stressful moments, and make the entire experience feel special, she is absolutely amazing. We cannot recommend her enough!!
A Masterclass in Wedding Planning & Logistics
A few things that really set Rachel apart:
Industry Relationships: Her deep connections with local & national vendors were invaluable. She didn't just give us a list; she knew exactly who would fit our style and budget.
Logistical Mastery: On the day of the wedding, we didn't have to answer a single logistical question. Rachel and her team handled everything behind the scenes, allowing us to actually be present and enjoy the moment with our guests.
A Calming Presence: Throughout the day, Rachel was the calming presence we needed. She even reminded us to breathe and take a second for ourselves amidst the whirlwind of emotions and excitement.
Rachel and her team made the entire process stress-free. If you want the gold standard for your wedding or event, look no further!
Victoria Meadows at Outstanding Occasions
What impressed us most was their ability to anticipate needs before we even voiced them. Every detail—big and small—was handled with such care and professionalism. Victoria and her team kept us calm, on schedule, and completely confident that everything was under control. The vendors she recommended were great, her timeline ran flawlessly, and the entire event felt seamless. I loved that we were able to truly be present, soaking in every moment, because Victoria was quietly orchestrating everything behind the scenes with grace and intention.
Alexandra and Kyle’s wedding day was magical, and was everything they wanted and more. We owe so much of that to Victoria. Her kindness and dedication to making sure everything was the way we wanted was always noticed. Our family will forever be grateful for the care and compassion that her whole team put into the wedding. If you want someone who plans with their whole heart, who brings peace to all the craziness, and who treats your family like their own, you won’t find anyone better. We are beyond grateful for everything Victoria has done for us.
Best Experience!!
Rachelle was fabulous
We splurged on some things but helped us cut back on other things that we could. I had no worries that when we walked into the event all would be perfect. And it was
Our Wedding Day Wouldn’t Have Been the Same Without Victoria!
Thank you, Victoria, for everything! Thank you for your patience, love, and care that you poured into making our day so special. We’ll be forever grateful for you!
A wedding NEED! Hire the planner (specifically Caitlin @ Outstanding Occasions)!
I literally feel like I lived a fairytale on my wedding day and can’t believe that I get to say that wedding was mine. It was beyond my expectations and more than anything I could have envisioned! Caitlin not only understood our vision, but exceeded it, even in the final hours when rain was in the forecast. It wasn’t just aesthetically beautiful, but she facilitated the perfect flow of events from guests arriving and receiving champagne (yum + such a luxe touch) to the ceremony to cocktail hour to dinner to dancing. A black tie event that guests will remember because everything was intentionally done and felt personal. She helped plan the most epic event.
We have received so many compliments on the florals, the little touches, the music (!!!), the speakeasy, the food - with so many saying it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended (even one of our groomsmen said they felt like they were living in a dream).
I can’t thank Caitlin and the incredible crew of women at Outstanding Occasions (Kathryn and Rachel) enough for being part of our wedding journey and for making it a DREAM for my husband and me, and our entire family! You are incredibly talented, hard working and the kindest team, and we are so grateful for you!! Thank you, thank you THANK YOU 🤍
What an Outstanding Wedding I Had!
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Besides being super-cute and super-stylish, this team is super-good at what they do! When they plan a wedding, I know it's going to be a classy affair with all bases covered. Owners Heather Crabtree and Jennifer Thinnes built a solid team of talented, creative planners, who listen to their clients needs and go above and beyond each and every time. Heather & Jennifer also recently founded the Phoenix chapter of WIPA (Wedding Industry Professionals Association), so they are extremely involved and well-connected within the local wedding community. They establish and maintain honest & open relationships with other vendors, making them so easy to work with. With services that range from full planning to final prep planning, Outstanding Occasions always creates a memorable experience for their brides time and time again!
The team at Outstanding Occasions is just that, outstanding. They are extremely competent, creative, communicative and manage the many moving parts of the wedding day with ease and professionalism. Couples will not have to worry about any details being missed and will have much less stress planning the wedding, and more importantly, on their wedding day if they hire Outstanding Occasions.
Our professional relationship has grown into a great friendship over the years and I look forward to weddings when I know that Heather and her Outstanding staff are going to be there. The effort and attention to everything is always there and not only does the bride and groom feel comfortable but all of the guests are treated like royalty. Thank you ladies for all the great times we have had and all the ones to come! Mike Euper/Owner Creative Touch Entertainment
