Hiring Stephanie was hands down one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding. From the very beginning, she made us feel completely supported and guided. Her attention to detail is truly unmatched. She brought every single idea we had to life, even when we were not sure how to make it happen. I had a vision for our wedding but did not always know how to execute it, and Stephanie was full of solutions, creativity, and thoughtful guidance every step of the way. She helped us stay organized, prioritize what mattered most, and made the entire planning process feel manageable, joyful, and even fun.

Whenever we hit a roadblock or something unexpected came up, Stephanie handled it with calmness, grace, and positivity. She always had a solution ready, which allowed us to stay grounded and confident. We honestly could not have pulled off our wedding without her.

What makes Stephanie truly extraordinary is how deeply she cares. She understands that a wedding is not just one big day but the beginning of a marriage, and she made every single moment feel meaningful, special, and full of love. She walked with us through the entire process, from the overwhelming beginning to the magical day itself, with patience, joy, and a genuine investment in our happiness.

Because of Stephanie, our wedding weekend was beyond anything we could have imagined, seamless, beautiful, and filled with so much love. We are endlessly grateful for her, and we cannot recommend her enough.

It is so hard to put into words how amazing Stephanie Shaul is as a human being and as a wedding designer and planner.  From our first meeting to months after our wedding day, she has been the biggest encourager supporting us on our journey into marriage!  The first question she asked me on our initial phone call was “tell me about you two as a couple and your love story,” and that is truly what sets her apart!  Her love of marriage and dedication to her couples in unmatched.  
She is so kind, joyful, and immediately felt like a best friend.  She made planning my wedding one of the most fun and enjoyable things I have ever done!  I never felt overwhelmed by the process and Stephanie outlined everything so clearly and sent me reminders when I needed them.  As a busy resident physician planning and out-of-state wedding, this was a life saver!  She also provided so many words of encouragement, thoughtful gifts, and personal touches throughout the entire journey which meant so much to us.  
She perfectly understood my vision and truly made it come to life beyond anything I could have imagined.  She incorporated our style and story into every detail, from the Save the Dates to the late-night snack!  Our wedding felt so unique to us, and that is all thanks to Stephanie.  
Her organization is also top notch—every vendor I used commented on how impressed they were with her outlines and details for the day.  It made me feel like I truly had the best of the best on my side.  She kept a detailed budget and made sure that everything was optimized for the most effective use of our money.  She even provided color coded, minute-by-minute outlines for each group (parents, bridesmaids, groomsmen, etc.) for us to send out for the wedding weekend.  She handled our large wedding party with ease and was always so kind to our loved ones.  
Stephanie helped us go “off the grid” the week of our wedding so we did not have to think about a single wedding detail and were able to enjoy an entire week with our friends and family.  We only reached out to her for a last-minute idea we had, which she then carried out perfectly!  Everyone kept saying after the fact that there was not a single bump in the road or unexpected issue on the wedding day.  Stephanie and her team were efficient, organized, and a well-oiled machine!    
We could not recommend Stephanie Shaul Events enough.  If you are looking for a cheerleader to walk alongside you as you plan your wedding (who also happens execute beautiful designs with meaningful touches seamlessly and to perfection) look no further!

Hiring Stephanie Shaul as our daughter's wedding planner was one of the very best decisions we made for our daughter’s wedding. From start to finish, she was an absolute joy to work with and made the entire planning process smooth, organized, and stress-free.
Stephanie has the perfect personality for what she does — calm, kind, and endlessly professional. She’s incredibly communicative, keeping us informed through regular meetings, detailed emails, and quick responses whenever we had questions. No matter what came up, she was never rattled, always handling everything with grace and confidence.
Her level of organization is exceptional. Stephanie created thoughtful, detailed timelines — both long-term planning schedules and minute-by-minute outlines for the wedding day — ensuring that every detail was executed flawlessly.
We were also so impressed by how financially astute she is. Stephanie helped us stay within budget without ever compromising on quality or beauty. It’s rare to find someone who combines creativity and financial wisdom so seamlessly — but she does both brilliantly.
She also has wonderful relationships with top vendors, which made the entire process easier and gave us access to incredible talent and service.
Despite her deep experience and skill, Stephanie never comes across as overly assertive or egotistical. She is down-to-earth, gracious, and genuinely invested in making your day special. Working with her felt like having a trusted friend by our side every step of the way.
We can’t recommend Stephanie Shaul Events highly enough — she is truly the complete package and helped make our daughter’s wedding a positively enjoyable and memorable experience. The experience was so great, we are using her again as our other daughter is engaged to be married as well!

I was so nervous when I started trying to plan our wedding since I had never even thought about what I wanted and I had no idea where to start. It really seemed like a daunting task to figure out which of the hundreds of vendors we should go with and ensure all the tiny details came together and on time. Stephanie took all of my worries away and helped me actually have fun during the planning process! She has so much experience it feels like second nature to her, and every vendor she suggested ended up being amazing!

Not only is she fantastic at her job, she is also one of the sweetest and most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She always has a smile on her face and absolutely radiates positivity! You can really tell that she puts her heart and soul into planning a wedding and treats it with as much care and consideration as she would if she was planning her own. My mom (who was skeptical about getting a wedding planner at first) was blown away with all the work Stephanie put into our wedding and by the end of it, she was telling everyone we know about how hiring Stephanie was the best decision we made for our wedding!

Every compliment we got on the beautiful little details on our wedding day I would answer with "that was Stephanie's idea!" She took what little I had about my vision for our wedding (the color green) and turned it into a breathtaking masterpiece that was perfect for us. Before working with Stephanie, I was worried about so many little things that could go wrong, but right at our first meeting, I could tell she knew exactly what she was doing and we were in the best hands! A piece of advice we received often while planning the wedding was "something will always go wrong and you can't control that, you just have to not let it get to you and focus on all the good things." I'm not even exaggerating when I say that not even one little thing went wrong on our entire wedding day. Not only that, we didn't have to do a single thing besides get ready and get married because Stephanie had planned out the whole day down to the smallest detail! I am confident that hiring Stephanie as our wedding planner was the best decision we made for our wedding, and we couldn't have done it without her!

We are all still on a "wedding high" from our fabulous daughter's wedding (Taylor Russell) to the most fantastic guy (Gus Parrish) on December 14, 2024!
Taylor interviewed a number of wedding planners, and quickly knew who she wanted to work with!
Stephanie Shaul was the absolute BEST to work with throughout the entire planning process. We cannot thank Stephanie enough for the magic she created on the actual wedding day. From the very first meeting, Stephanie made us feel at ease with her professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for making Taylor and Gus's dream wedding come to life. Stephanie thought of every single detail - things we didn't even know we needed! She handled all the logistics with such care and precision that we were able to relax and truly enjoy the entire planning process. Her network of vendors was top-notch, and she matched us with the perfect teams to fit our style and vision. On the magical day of the wedding, everything flowed seamlessly. Stephanie and her team worked tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring that every moment was flawless. The venue (The Merrimon Wynne House in Raleigh) was absolutely gorgeous, and our guests were blown away by how beautiful and well-organized everything was - and we owe it all to Stephanie! If you are looking for someone who will go above and beyond to create a wedding that feels uniquely yours, we highly recommend Stephanie Shaul. Hiring Stephanie was the best decision we made, and we will be forever grateful for the memories she helped us create!

As we come up on our first wedding anniversary, we have been thinking back on our wedding day and wedding planning process. Words cannot describe how amazing Stephanie Shaul and her team are! They made our every dream come true! Throughout the planning process Stephanie was absolutely amazing! She is so well organized and has such an eye for wedding design, she made the process stress free and so fun! My family, husband, and I all worked very closely with her for a little over a year leading up to the wedding day. She took our vision of what we wanted and made it even better than we had thought it could be! We all continuously agreed that she was such a blessing to us through the process and the best planner we could ever have! On the day of our wedding everyone was stress free and just enjoying the day. I had previously worked wedding and so I knew how flustered wedding days can be, but Stephanie had everything planned out so well that everyone knew where to be when and no one felt stressed at all. Her day of team was absolutely amazing as well! We had a large bridal party and they all kept us on time and were so helpful. Not only is Stephanie the best planner I’ve ever worked with in a wedding assistant and bride capacity, she is truly a most wonderful person! She is so sweet and has such a kind heart. We often met for coffee to catch up and she answered any questions we may have had as they came up. We just feel so honored and blessed to have had her as part of our big day! Without her it would not have been as beautiful, perfect, or memorable! She truly took our vision and made it even more perfect as well as helped us add so many special pieces to tie in our families. I can’t recommend her enough!!! If you’re on the fence about booking a wedding planner, DO IT!! And most importantly book with Stephanie Shaul!!

If you're dreaming of a wedding that feels like it’s straight from your Pinterest board, look no further than Stephanie. From start to finish, she made our summer coastal wedding an absolute dream come true.

From our very first consultation, it was clear that Stephanie had a deep understanding of our vision and a remarkable talent for turning it into reality. She took the time to get to know us and our preferences, and then brought them to life with such grace and attention to detail.

Our venue was transformed into a magical setting, with elegant, yet fun and colorful decor that perfectly complemented our venue. The floral arrangements were nothing short of breathtaking, and the way Stephanie integrated the juicy pink summer colors into every element was truly impressive.

One of the most remarkable things about Stephanie and her team was their ability to handle every detail seamlessly. From coordinating with vendors to managing the timeline, they ensured that everything ran smoothly and effortlessly. We never had to worry about a thing -- they handled it all with such professionalism and care, which allowed us to truly enjoy our special day.

The personal touches that Stephanie included made our wedding feel uniquely ours. Every guest was in awe of the stunning setup and the flawless execution of our vision.

If you want a wedding planner who is not only skilled but also genuinely passionate about making your day extraordinary, Stephanie is the one. She exceeded our expectations in every way, and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding. Thank you, Stephanie Shaul Events, for making our dream wedding a reality!

Her attention to details I never would have even considered, and her positive, confident energy is exactly what we needed throughout the planning process. She helped us find the perfect venue, pivoted when I changed my mind on details, and really listened to what we envisioned for our day. We are so thankful for her embracing all of our ideas and adding her expertise. She was great at showing us both sides when we were making difficult decisions, and she kept us right on schedule the whole time (planning and on the wedding day). We truly had the best day- it was so fun and not stressful at all because we knew we had Stephanie and her team there running everything!

Stephanie Shaul is outstanding at her job! She is extremely professional and incredibly personal. She is gifted and excels at her job and clearly enjoys it as well. We tell everyone to use her and if not in their budget, take something out because this will be the best money spent. You cannot put a price on peace of mind and complete joy the entire process and most especially the wedding day!

Weddings have changed so much since I got married in the 90s. I had no idea all the details involved and never could have done anything close to this while handling my job and enjoying this process with my daughter.

Stephanie excels at planning, decorating and communicating. She takes everything on herself so that we can just count on her to remind us when something needs to be done. She is also very gracious if you want to change your mind or change a meeting date to accommodate your schedule.

She is ALWAYS helpful and cheerful and kind and in charge. There are not many people who excel in all areas of a job, but she does. We truly have only good things to say about her and could go on and on about all the DETAILS she took care of so we wouldn't have to down to buttoning up all the invisible buttons on the bride's long train before her entrance into the reception so I could visit guests.

Look no further- Stephanie is all you could ever ask for in a dream wedding!
MaryBurr Edwards

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Stephanie to plan our wedding, and can confidently say that hiring her was the best decision when it came to our wedding. Stephanie went above and beyond time and time again to make our wedding day everything we could have hoped it to be and more.
From the beginning, Stephanie impressed us not only with her exceptional organizational skills, but her warm personality and dedication to the two of us as people. She is incredibly detail-oriented and ensures that every aspect of the wedding planning process is taken care of and always checked in about how we were feeling. We felt that we could whole-heartedly trust her recommendations and advice, which enabled us to make quick decisions. Although we knew Stephanie had other couples she was working with, we never felt that our event was less of a priority to her. It gave us peace of mind that she was always thinking four or five steps ahead of us throughout the planning process.
One of Stephanie's most remarkable qualities is her personalized approach. Her genuine care for us as a couple and sincere interest in our marriage made the entire process incredibly meaningful. Stephanie is not just a wedding planner; she is a friend who cares deeply about the people she works with.
Stephanie's flexibility and ability to pivot based on feedback made it easy for us to give her our opinions. She is not only great at running with your ideas but also at providing alternative options to ensure that we were getting what we wanted. What I appreciated most was her frankness when it came to things that may not be worth the cost. She respected our budget and made sure that every decision was consistent with our priorities.
Despite the looming threat of torrential downpour for an outdoor wedding, she had multiple contingency plans in place. We were fortunate to have Plan 'A' work, but Stephanie's preparedness with three other plans demonstrated her dedication to ensuring everything went smoothly. Stephanie and her assistants were unflappable the day of the wedding and to this day we have no idea if anything went wrong behind the scenes.
In the end, Stephanie met and continually exceeded our expectations. She took our loose ideas and turned them into the wedding of our dreams. Her creativity, dedication, and passion for her work will make her an outstanding planner for any couple. We wholeheartedly recommend Stephanie to anyone seeking a planner who not only plans weddings but also cares deeply about the people and the love they celebrate. Working with her was incredible and we are forever grateful for the beautiful memories she helped create on our special day.