Ivory and Oak Events

24/05/2024

Congrats!!!!!

Venue | The Black Barn Orlando |
Content | Orlando Content Creators |
Photography | Mary Fosky Photography |
Floral | The Coffee Garden Orlando |
Catering & Bar | Uncommon Catering |
DJ & Photo Booth | Orlando DJ Group |
Coordinator | Ivory + Oak Events, Gianna |
Cake | Publix Bakery |
Hair & Make-up | Moonstone Artistry .artistry

24/05/2024

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Venue | The Black Barn Orlando |
Content | Orlando Content Creators |
Photography | Mary Fosky Photography |
Floral | The Coffee Garden Orlando |
Catering & Bar | Uncommon Catering |
DJ & Photo Booth | Orlando DJ Group |
Coordinator | Ivory + Oak Events, Gianna |
Cake | Publix Bakery |
Hair & Make-up | Moonstone Artistry .artistry

10/11/2023

When Cortni adds pops of color to her designs they turn out AMAZING!
Ashley and Code decided on a marbled teal buttercream that turned out so cool, isn’t this cake Glorious 😍

Cake: LuBelle's Cakes
Planner Ivory and Oak Events
Decorator: Perfect Peace Creations
Florist Belle Claire Farms
Venue The Barn at Southern Oaks

22/11/2022

Valerie and Wade played the photo game during dinner and these photos were 1000% worth it!

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22/11/2022

You can feel the excitement of this wedding party for they best friends though these photos. 💙

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02/08/2022

Get you a group of bridesmaids that can do both!

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01/08/2022

Ok ok, I am loving the pocket boutonnières! They are so easy and way more comfortable in my opinion! I also just LOVE the look of them! What do you think?

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15/07/2022

Sunshine and citrus. Perfect for summer time. ☀️🍋🍊

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08/07/2022

It’s the details for me.

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03/07/2022

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09/03/2022

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24/12/2021

Sharing a couple of my favorite wedding moments in the last month. 😍

01/09/2021

Can I get a co-sign?! 👏🏼👏🏼

25/08/2021

5 Reasons to hire a wedding planner:

Problem solving. If anything goes wrong throughout the day, it’s our job to save the day! Even if it is no one’s fault, I’ve seen some crazy things happen!

Create a detailed wedding timeline. Timelines are tailored to each couple’s unique day and can sometimes extend through the weekend. We don’t just create the timeline, we also ensure everyone sticks to the timeline.

Manage and oversee the entire wedding. This includes the couple, guests, vendors, moving parts and all other logistics.

Offer vendor suggestions. You want the BEST team for your BEST day. We work with vendors all the time. We will help you find amazing vendors for your your needs.

Set up and clean up. We will help set out personal decor items and pack them up at the end of the night so your mom and bridesmaids can relax with you on your special day!

Let’s plan together! Fall 2021 dates still available!

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25/08/2021

A constant question from couples is, “When should I send out wedding invitations?”

Answer: The best time to send invitations is 8-12 weeks prior to your wedding date. This will provide enough time for your guests to make their plans and send back RSVPs. If your wedding falls around a holiday or is a destination wedding, you may want to consider sending invitations out more than 12 weeks in advance.

RSVPS should be due around 30 days prior to your wedding. At the 30 day mark you should have majority of your RSVPS in, but it still gives you time to chase down those last few responses! This will also allow you to make any final arrangements that are guest count dependent. Many vendors will require everything to be paid up at the 30 day mark as well. You don’t want to over or under pay because you didn’t have an accurate guest count.

21/08/2021

A day in the life of a planner on a wedding day:

Counting table settings. Checking and double checking place cards. Ensuring all decor items are accounted for and set up out. Making sure all vendors are where they need to be, when they need to be there. Rounding up the wedding party and parents. Pinning boutonnières. Moving people from one space to the next. Sending the wedding party down the aisle. Bustling dresses. Guiding everyone through reception events. Problem solving. Organizing your sparkler exit. Packing up decor. Loading cars. Cleaning up.

You can find me at your wedding doing this along with a thousand other things. 😉

19/08/2021

You will definitely want to save this for later!

Number each individual party that you are inviting. (BONUS TIP: Keep a list of all parties with addresses in an excel sheet and number from there)

On the back of the RSVP card, write that number corresponding with the party it is being sent to. This way if a card comes back with no name, you will not have to stress about hunting down who it is from.

11/08/2021

When working with couples on the ceremony processional the question always arises of how and when the groom should walk in. There are so many ways the groom can enter ceremony! Here are some of our favorites:

1 - Walk in with officiant - Sometimes the officiant will walk in first before the ceremony begins to make announcements (unplugged ceremony) and to signal the ceremony is about to begin. The groom can walk in just after the officiant or they can walk in line together.

2 - Walk in with his mom/parents - He can walk in with his mom, mother figure, sister or even both parents side by side. If he walks in with mom, dad can follow behind the two, or be escorted by another family member.

3 - Walk in line with his groomsmen - This can either be down the aisle or from the side. Simple and clean.

Drop a comment and let me know which one is your favorite?

09/08/2021

Just a quick reminder before you meet your forever at the alter. 🥰

03/08/2021

You know you have found your passion when you want to be the best at what you do.

And with that, I am so excited to announce that I am officially a Certified Wedding Planner through

It’s important to continue learning in your career in order to set yourself above the rest! I’m so glad I had this opportunity to finally become a certified wedding planner so that I can continue to better serve my couples.

If you’re recently engaged and looking for a knowledgeable wedding planner to guide you through the planning process, I’m your girl!!

30/07/2021

Engaged and looking for a wedding planner? I’m offering 20% off all day-of and partial planning packages now through the end of August!

Message me today to schedule a free 1 hour consultation!

29/07/2021

Swipe to see the best there ever was! I am all for couples breaking away from traditions and having fun moments like this.

DID YOU KNOW, Ivory + Oak events is offering a summer special of 20% off all wedding packages booked from now until August 31st. Message me today to schedule a free consultation.

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28/07/2021

Wedding Budgets are intimidating, especially as you start researching just how much a wedding and vendors can cost! Here are some factors to consider when planning your budget:

Who is contributing? If you and your partner are paying, what is a realistic amount you can each set aside leading up to the wedding day? Check in with family to see who is willing and able to give money towards wedding expenses. Keep in mind, your wedding festivities SHOULD NOT put you in debt!

How many people will you be inviting? The higher your guest count, the more money your overall wedding will cost. Outside of food and beverage expenses, you will be paying for centerpieces per table, linens per table, place settings per person, chair rentals per person, wedding favors, programs and sparklers…the list goes on! Start prioritizing your “must have” and “would like to have” lists.

List what is most important to you and your partner. Whether that is photos, food, or dancing. Make those items a priority when looking at vendors. You may be willing to spend more in those areas than in others.

Consider choosing an “off peak” date or even a weekday to get married. Venues and sometimes vendors will offer discounted pricing and specials during their off-seasons. This varies depending on where you live. In Florida, peak wedding season is during the cooler months, October - April. In northern states, peak season will be May - October. If you are flexible, consider moving from a Saturday night to a different day of the week. Many venues offer different pricing for Mondays - Thursdays. Even choosing a Friday or Sunday can potentially save you some money.

Finally, hire a wedding planner! The knowledge & connections a planner has can actually SAVE you money which may even pay for themselves in the long run!

28/07/2021

Here is a guestbook alternative we love: have your guest sign a map of the stars from your exact wedding date and location.

26/07/2021

Your wedding day goes by so fast! Therefore it’s so important to set aside some private time to just be with your spouse, your family, and those closest to you! Guaranteed, those moments will become some of your favorite memories to look back on. Here are some ideas that I love to help create those precious moments:

✨Have a private breakfast with your bridesmaids/wedding party.

✨Set aside one item that your parent(s), sibling, maid of honor or child can help you get ready with (shoes, veil, jewelry, make up etc)

✨After a first look you, your partner and entire wedding party can relax in one of the wedding suites together before walking down the aisle. (Pre-ceremony champagne toast!)

✨Pin your grooms’ or dad’s boutonniere on

✨Exchange private vows with your spouse before or after the ceremony

23/07/2021

Find someone that can make you laugh like this on your wedding day and for the rest of your life!

SUMMER SPECIAL: 20% OFF ALL WEDDING PACKAGES NOW THROUGH AUGUST 31ST!

22/07/2021

When it comes to the littles walking down the aisle at your wedding things can go perfectly or not so perfectly! It’s important to remember they only have so much of an attention span and that hey also have feelings!

Here are 3 tips to help make the little ones’ jobs easier for them, and less stress for you:

1 - If a little one is shy and not comfortable being the center of attention, walking by themselves down the aisle might not be an option for them. Consider having them walk down the aisle in pairs, (flower girl & ring bears together are so sweet!), with parent or even a bridesmaid/groomsmen they are comfortable with.

2 - Have seats saved for them near the front of the ceremony with a family member to “catch” them. Children can be antsy, so having them stand at the front with the rest of the wedding party might not be the best option. Place their parents or grandparents in the first or second rows to grab them once they reach the front of the ceremony. This can also help get them down the aisle. “Go walk to mommy!”.

3 - DO NOT give the ring bearer the rings! Give him an empty box, or fake rings to carry down the aisle. Imagine you put a toddler in charge of bringing them safely down and when it is time to exchange rings, they are missing! Let the officiant, best man or maid of honor be in charge of the actual rings!

At the end of the day, it is hard to predict how some of the little ones will handle their important role. They may cry, forget to drop petals, or stop half way down the aisle. It is important to remember that no matter what happens, all of your guests will think they were absolutely adorable!

20/07/2021

To all my engaged friends, I’m going to let you in on a little secret:

Most weddings do NOT have perfect weather!

Social media, specifically Pinterest and Instagram, are known for showing off flawless weddings with beautiful sunny days, but that’s not always reality!

No one can control the weather and I’m here to tell you it’s OK to feel a bit sad if rains on your wedding day.

My best advice would be to have a back up plan and EMBRACE the day no matter what happens!

Julia and Tyler are a perfect example of embracing the day despite some rain and their smiles say it all! Plus look how dreamy their ceremony was!!

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19/07/2021

DID YOU KNOW: One of the oldest wedding traditions is the first kiss at the end of the ceremony.

In Ancient Rome, the wedding kiss was more of a legal formality that symbolized a transaction that had taken place. Back then, marriage was considered a contract and the kiss was the “signature” binding the contract. Hence the expression “sealed with a kiss” and even the “x” on the dotted line. The end of ceremony kiss was also considered to be the first time the couple ever kissed!

Wherever it stems from, we are pretty glad it stood the test of time!

18/07/2021

Sunday’s are for the girls. 💜

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