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The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
Formal Group Photo
Formal Group Photo
Black & White Ceremony
Black & White Ceremony
Black and White Dress Details
Black and White Dress Details
Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal Dinner
Ceremony Overview
Ceremony Overview
Black and White Send Off
Black and White Send Off
Ceremony Celebration
Ceremony Celebration
Couple Portrait
Couple Portrait
Formal Group Photo
Formal Group Photo
Ceremony Bride & Groom
Ceremony Bride & Groom
Couple Portrait
Couple Portrait
Ceremony Portrait
Ceremony Portrait
Sparkler Send Off
Sparkler Send Off
Bridal Party
Bridal Party
Ceremony Celebration
Ceremony Celebration
Formal Group Photo
Formal Group Photo
Sparkler Send Off
Sparkler Send Off
First Dance
First Dance
Formal Group Photo
Formal Group Photo
Sparkler Send Off
Sparkler Send Off
Ceremony Celebration
Ceremony Celebration
Group Photo
Group Photo
Couple Portrait
Couple Portrait
Ceremony Space
Ceremony Space
Reception
Reception
Couple Portrait
Couple Portrait
Reception Details
Reception Details
Confetti Send Off
Confetti Send Off
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Bride portrait
Bride portrait
Newlywed couple
Newlywed couple
Couple kissing
Couple kissing
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple kissing
Couple kissing
Newlywed couple
Newlywed couple
Reception area
Reception area
Bride and bridesmaids
Bride and bridesmaids
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Bride portrait
Bride portrait
Bride and bridesmaids
Bride and bridesmaids
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
Wedding party
Wedding party
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
Couple portrait
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
The Whole Shebang
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About

The Whole Shebang continually strives to help you create a one-of-a-kind, beautiful, and creative wedding in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.

We absolutely love what we do and there is a real joy in the process of creating a relaxed and fun environment that allows a bride to create her own unique vision of a perfect wedding day. Our job is to pull together every aspect of your vision and handle all of the details so that your wedding day is beautiful, memorable, stress-free, and uniquely YOURS! Whatever your dream, we will help you find innovative ways to make it happen, and guide you every step of the way.

We love the common thread among brides who choose to get married in the mountains. Whether you live in the area, vacationed here growing up, or attended college, there is a deep-rooted connection with nature, the outdoors, and the beauty of the High Country. Whether it's the dream of a casual, rustic backyard BBQ, or a glamorous black tie affair, the one thing all of our clients seem to have in common is that they are creative, soulful, and eager to incorporate the majestic landscape of the Blue Ridge Mountains into the overall vision of their wedding day and share it with their closest friends and family.

We invite you to take a look around, check out the blog, read reviews, browse our facebook and instagram and get a feel for the wedding planning services offered by the The Whole Shebang. Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions you might have. I look forward to hearing from you!


hello@wholeshebangevents.com
828.719.9171


Thanks so much for your interest and have a great day!


-Meris

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$5,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$10,000

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?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

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

Reviews of The Whole Shebang

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The Whole Shebang team is organized, responsive, and professional, making planning relaxed and enjoyable. They provide trustworthy vendor recommendations, an easy-to-use planning app, and stepped in effectively during a hurricane to keep things on track. Couples praised their calm, personal touch and highly recommend them.

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The Whole Shebang team is organized, responsive, and professional, making planning relaxed and enjoyable. They provide trustworthy vendor recommendations, an easy-to-use planning app, and stepped in effectively during a hurricane to keep things on track. Couples praised their calm, personal touch and highly recommend them.

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Kirstie Sent on 11/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

TWS were the most amazing wedding planners!

Working with Meris, Bri and The Whole Shebang team was everything I could've asked for and more. From Day 1, they have been organized, provided trustworthy recommendations for other vendors, jumped in to help out in a pinch, and most importantly, they've have been kind, considerate, and an absolute joy to work with.

I thoroughly enjoyed the wedding planning process over the past year+ in large part to Meris and her team. The app/software they use was awesome and I loved getting in there and being as involved in the process as I wanted to be. We never felt silly asking questions and they were always patient with us - they're the pros and we wanted their guidance!

Our wedding was impacted by Hurricane Helene, but Meris and her team went above and beyond to help get us back on track, navigate those impacts, and ensure everything continued on smoothly. I truly could not have done that without them.

Our wedding day was the best, more relaxing day and so much of that was because my husband and I knew Meris and her team had it all under control. I didn't feel stressed at all and there was actually nothing went wrong that day! We had the best vendor team, and so many of them came from the recommendation of Meris and Bri.

I wish I could work with them over and over they were that great. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy, thoughtful, kind, organized, on-top-of-it wedding planner! The Whole Shebang Events is the best.
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Glenna Sent on 06/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Best Day

We are still speechless after our wedding with Meris and her phenomenal team this past weekend. Our wedding planning experience did not just look good on paper, but how our wedding felt was everything to us. If you're looking for a wedding planning experience that seamlessly blends professionalism with a personal touch, look no further than The Whole Shebang. They don't just focus on bringing your wedding vision to life; they also go above and beyond in managing the intricate details, effectively alleviating any stress you might feel. Their team's exceptional dedication and communication skills guarantee that our special day was orchestrated flawlessly, solidifying their status as an invaluable resource for any wedding or event you may be planning. From the bottom of our hearts, we are forever grateful for you and our experience working with you.
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Maggie Sent on 06/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Maggie & Thomas' Wedding Review

We absolutely LOVED working with Meris and her team at The Whole Shebang!! I cannot recommend them enough. When I knew I wanted to get married in the area, a friend said the first thing I needed to do was set up a consultation call with Meris. She was absolutely right and from then on, we signed on with the Whole Shebang and felt taken care of every step of the way. Meris had incredible vendor recommendations for photographer, cake, hair and make up, AV, etc. so booking the "big things" early on in the wedding planning process felt easy. We were able to trust these recommendations fully and it was so comforting to know that each of these vendors worked together weekend after weekend! Meris and her team are the perfect balance of professional while also being warm and caring as you go through the wedding planning process. One call about a month out, I said to her "I feel like silly little things are keeping me up at night" and she took the time to hear what was going through my brain to ease my mind. We LOVED working with Meris and highly recommend her if you are getting married in the mountains of North Carolina!!
April
April Sent on 05/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Put your trust in The Whole Shebang

Meris and her team are a delight to work with. Their calm demeanor and lightning fast response time are greatly appreciated. I was able to completely trust in their capabilities to keep us on track which enabled me to relax and enjoy the wedding celebration. Hire Meris and her team (top of list priority) and you will not be disappointed.
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 07/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Detailed wedding planner

My daughter chose Blowing Rock for her wedding ceremony. Meris with The Whole Shebang came highly recommended and I can certainly see why. Her and her teams attention to detail was such a blessing to me. This was my 4th wedding and the only one with a planner due to location. So I knew more than I wanted, but Meris and Lauren eased any pressure or anxiety that I had. From our initial meeting to the last; we talked, text, met and zoomed when any concerned, questions or great reports came about. Truly the best experience for me, my daughter and our whole family. Even our guests commented about "this girl" knew what I needed or was going to ask-haha!! Customer service 100%
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Jana Sent on 05/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

If you are getting married in the High Country, run, don't walk, to book The Whole Shebang

Meris was the first vendor that we booked, and I could not have imagined navigating the wedding planning process without her. We planned a wedding halfway across the country and it was a breeze thanks to her help. Her communication is direct and prompt, and we were never left wondering what we needed to do next. She has an excellent system for staying organized, always remembering the little details and keeping on top of timelines and deadlines. The service truly exceeded our expectations, as she coordinated seamlessly with our other vendors, even filling out our rental order, which would have taken us hours to do on our own. When it came to the week and day of the wedding, I had zero worries because I knew Meris would be there to resolve any surprises or problems. The weather was very unpredictable on our wedding day, and Meris provided open communication during the morning about our options for rain plans while I was able to enjoy the morning with my bridesmaids. Additionally, her team (including Lauren and her husband Paul), went above and beyond with bustling my dress, fixing a leak in the tent, and ensuring that we got snacks and drinks at cocktail hour, and even made a plate for us for dinner. We were truly able to just show up and relax and enjoy our day thanks to Meris. We could not have ever dreamed up such an amazing wedding without her expertise and guidance, and the best part was how fun she made the process. My fiance and I truly looked forward to every planning call with Meris. If you are on the fence at all about hiring a planner, I would absolutely recommend Meris and her team!
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Hannah Sent on 12/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The High Country's Best Planner

If I could give one piece of advice to newly engaged couples it would be to hire Meris and her team asap! Meris made planning our dream wedding in under five months an absolute breeze. Meris is always available to answer any question and her years of expertise and contacts in the business are invaluable. Every vendor we worked with knew The Whole Shabang team already and every detail was executed perfectly. Meris keeps everyone calm and organized throughout the whole process so you don’t have to worry about any detail or timeline. Her team handled everything so all we had to do was show up and enjoy every minute. I cannot recommend Meris and her team enough!
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Ashley Sent on 11/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Meris and Lauren helped me pull off the most beautiful day in less than 5 months. Cannot recommend them enough!!

Meris and Lauren helped me pull off the most beautiful day in less than 5 months. Cannot recommend them enough!!
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Genie Sent on 10/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Meris at Whole Shebang is highly recommended

Meris was amazing! She was so easy to work with and was with us every step of the way! We needed her calming influence and experience. On the day of the wedding she was invaluable. I couldn't recommend her enough as your wedding planner!
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Brian Sent on 09/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision of all Vendors

I cannot explain how thankful I am that Lauren was our wedding planner/coordinator. We hired Lauren to start a couple weeks before the wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made of the entire wedding. My wife (who chose this company) and Lauren were in constant communication leading up to our big day. I was able to come in and out of any convo or planning with ease but I thought I would just get in the way. When it got to the rehearsal Lauren knew everything that would be happening the next day. She brought in the positivity seeing as it was a 100% chance of rain and made the mood light and optimistic. The day of the wedding was an absolute breeze. Anything that popped up, anything we needed, anything whatsoever that was something we could handle, Lauren made sure it was her priority and not ours so that we could worry less and enjoy our wedding. I could literally not rave enough about how thankful we were to have her as our coordinator. If this company comes close to what Lauren brought to the table for our wedding I would/will recommend this company to every person I possibly know that needs a planner. As a business owner myself, this was worth every penny for the experience we received.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Deans' Duets & Quartets Deans' Duets & Quartets Wedding Musicians

Meris is awesome! We love working with The Whole Shebang. We played several weddings with The Whole Shebang coordinating last year, and each one was organized, relaxed, and went flawlessly. She and her team are so friendly and have done an incredible job every single time!

High Country Ministers High Country Ministers Wedding Officiants

Meris Gantt, Senior Wedding Coordinator at The Whole Shebang is a delight to work with. A seasoned professional in her own right, her hand-picked planners have all been trained to provide you with a stress free, memorable wedding and reception. You won’t regret putting your confidence and trust in Meris and her capable staff. High Country Ministers

Desi's Farm Desi's Farm Barn & Farm Weddings

You can be assured that if you hire The Whole Shebang to coordinate and or plan your wedding you will sleep better at night, knowing that all the details will be taken care of in a fun and professional manner. Very organized and extremely knowledgeable in the trade; as a floral designer and an owner of a venue we have had the opportunity to work with Meris and her team many times, and the outcome has always been a very success and happy event! We highly recommend The Whole Shebang as a coordinator for your wedding at the farm and other venues.

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