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Christina Baxter Weddings and Events is a full-service wedding planning company, based in Charleston, SC. The team of passionate planners, Christina Baxter and Mia Riddell, specialize in designing extraordinary weddings all across the country. The duo assists in finding each couple’s personal style to bring their vision to life on the day of their wedding.

Experience

Prior to opening Christina Baxter Weddings & Events, Christina traveled the globe and discovered her passion for the culinary arts. Through this art form, she naturally transitioned to being the program director for the American Institute of Food and Wine. While in this role, Christina organized high-end events for celebrity chefs such as Emeril Lagasse, Julia Child, and more. After, she became the lead designer and manager for a premium catering firm in Washington. Here she coordinated large-scale galas, high-profile fundraisers, presidential dinners, and gained the necessary skills to flawlessly execute complex weddings with style and grace.

Services Offered

Christina and her team focus on curating between 8-10 celebrations a year to ensure quality results for each wedding. They work to build personalized weddings that encompass exceptional designs and innovation. Throughout the process, the team ensures every little detail is taken care of so couples can enjoy a stress-free experience. They handle everything from booking vendors, creating custom designs, managing timelines, and all other necessary details.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$20,000

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?

Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Cultural
Destination
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious
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Reviews of Christina Baxter Weddings and Events

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Christina Baxter Weddings and Events (CBWE) is praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and attention to detail. The team, led by Christina and Mia, is described as talented, efficient, organized, and fun to work with. They are commended for their ability to keep the planning process stress-free and for their seamless execution on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate the team's guidance in creating a beautiful and memorable wedding, and many guests have described it as the most beautiful and fun wedding they have attended. Overall, CBWE receives high recommendations and is considered an excellent choice for wedding planning in Charleston.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Christina Baxter Weddings and Events (CBWE) is praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and attention to detail. The team, led by Christina and Mia, is described as talented, efficient, organized, and fun to work with. They are commended for their ability to keep the planning process stress-free and for their seamless execution on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate the team's guidance in creating a beautiful and memorable wedding, and many guests have described it as the most beautiful and fun wedding they have attended. Overall, CBWE receives high recommendations and is considered an excellent choice for wedding planning in Charleston.

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Nancy E. Sent on 06/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Christina is Amazing

It is two months to the day that we had the most amazing wedding weekend in Charleston. My daughter, Allyson and future husband, Stu decided to use Christina Baxter as their wedding planner and what an awesome experience we had.
From the beginning, Christina and Mia were so receptive to ideas, listening to and understanding ally’s vision. She guided us to the most wonderful vendors, all while keeping Ally’s ideas at the forefront.
As the mother of the bride, Christina and Mia were so easy to work with. As parents, we had a few things that were very important to us for the weekend festivities, and these were all executed beautifully.
Christina and Mia kept us on track throughout the year and half of planning and paid such attention to detail. And it was perfect!
When I think back on the entire process, I just smile. I was so relaxed and truly got to enjoy every moment because Christina and Mia had it all under control. I wish I had another daughter so I could do it all over again!!
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Debby C. Sent on 11/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The CBWE team is the best!

I interviewed a number of wedding planners, but after Christina and I met (and she proactively and quickly followed up with an estimate) my choice was simple. I was convinced that Christina’s personality would mesh well with both my daughter (bride) and me (MOB), and her budgeting prowess/financial sensitivity would click with my husband (FOB). Working with Mia, CBWE’s senior event coordinator, was an added delight … "icing on the (wedding) cake."

If asked to describe the CBWE team, I'd have to lead with incredibly talented, great communicators, highly efficient and organized, detail- and solutions-oriented, flexible, and continually focused on delivering excellence. Equally important, they’re a lot of fun! And, since my daughter is a PharmD, I'll throw in a drug reference: they’re wedding Xanax! Christina and Mia managed to keep the planning process, selections and ongoing execution as simple and stress-free as possible (for us at least) -- even when rain wedding day threatened to derail the bride and vibe. CBWE pivoted seamlessly when a tent was required and managed to "bougie it up" so that it looked intentional. They and their dedicated network of vendors are miracle workers.

The CBWE team was amazing day of the wedding -- everything from checking on and hydrating the wedding party, making sure people were where they were supposed to be, keeping the bride dry, double-checking vendors and details, down to moving stray items into and straightening up the newlyweds’ suite before they retired.

My daughter and I didn't really have a vision for the day, but the CBWE team managed to subtly (and when needed directly) guide us to an outstanding one. Everyone has told us (and continues to tell us) it was the most beautiful, over-the-top and fun wedding ever. My daughter and our new son had the wedding of their dreams, and I can't thank Christina and Mia enough!
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Helen O. Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

Christina & Mia created the most perfect wedding weekend of my dreams. It was everything and more!!! From the flowers to the linens to the chairs to the overall feel of the day and night, every single thing was absolutely above and beyond what I had imagined and even hoped for. It was absolutely wonderful, and I'm so thankful to have had these two women turn my dreams to reality. Truly the best decision!!!!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Cheryl Quinn Makeup Cheryl Quinn Makeup Wedding Hair & Makeup

Christina is a planner of taste, sophistication and elegance . As soon as we met, I could see that her attention to detail and responsiveness was impeccable. Her style sets her apart and translates to the most refined and polished touches that you will ever see on your wedding day.

Morning Light Wedding FIlms Morning Light Wedding FIlms Wedding Videographers

Unbelievable is short of describing CiBi events. One of my best wedding films was at a CiBi event, and the bride and groom's party was just a breath taking and alive. Civil is upmost professional and fun to work with. I hope to have more weddings with this company.

Priscilla Thomas Photography Priscilla Thomas Photography Wedding Photographers

I always enjoy being a part of a wedding team that has CiBi Events at the helm. Not only are CiBi's design creations visually stunning, but every wedding is truly personalized to reflect the couple. CiBi's ability to achieve both of these makes every wedding unique and timeless. Along with creative design, CiBi proactively communicates and works with every vendor on the wedding team. This ensures for a flawless wedding day, and is especially helpful for me since photography is so intricately a part of the day's schedule. Aside from exceptional professionalism, I also am grateful that CiBi Events and I share the philosophy that building relationships with each couple is our top priority. That we're not merely delivering a product, but that we're providing a service that involves developing a long term relationship with every bride and groom. By having CiBi Events on your wedding team, you'll undoubtedly receive talented design, exceptional planning, and a planner committed to making your dream wedding a reality.

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