Splendid Events

03/03/2024

Perfect day to help you plan YOUR perfect day! Come see us!

28/02/2024

Super excited to announce the launch of our website! 👏🏻 💕 ✨

https://splendidsc.wixsite.com/events?

"Tabitha did an amazing job with coordinating my beautiful day. Not only was she helpful in making my special day picture perfect, but the days and events leading up to the big day."

19/02/2024

We had a great time celebrating this sweet couple’s 50th Anniversary on Saturday. Thanks for trusting us with your parents’ special day, Natasha!

21/01/2024

I could come up with a list of at least 20 reasons why you should consider using a wedding planner, but to keep it simple, I’ve narrowed it down to the top 5 benefits and why they are so crucial.

1. Saving you money.

Surprised? Hiring a wedding planner can actually save you money. We can easily negotiate deals with venues and wedding suppliers where you may not be able to. Venues and suppliers can inflate their prices when you call for a wedding related quote. With wedding planners, we negotiate deals with companies in hope that we’ll work together again and pass on any future business. For us it’s mutually beneficial to arrange discounts and get special rates, which in turn then get passed onto you.

2. Saving you time.

If you have a 9-5 job and want to continue having a social life during your wedding planning then you’re going to have to be some kind of super hero to ensure you manage things effectively. Most wedding suppliers will want to meet you after work, in the evenings and at weekends to discuss things. If you think that the average couple is engaged for approximately 12 months, that’s only 48 weekends, most of which you’ll have to give up for wedding admin or “wedmin”. Missing out on a friend’s birthday party or a family gathering might become a regular thing and let’s not even get started on all the emails you’ll be receiving during work from suppliers wanting payment or wanting to ask questions. If you have a PA you’re laughing, if not, then you may want to consider a wedding planner becoming your personal secretary!

3. Experience & Knowledge.

Let’s face it, when was the last time you planned an event for over 100 people? I don’t just mean throwing a party and opening some wine, I mean really planned an event and monitored it from start to finish. Probably never. As a wedding planner I’ve arranged events ranging from 20 people to 300. From the legalities of your wedding licences and documents to seating plans, keeping track of budgets, taking care of supplier payments and contracts and being there on the day to ensure everything and everyone is where they should be. It’s our job, it’s what we do every day and it’s second nature to us.

4. Keeping you calm & focused.

Wedding planning can and probably will take over your life. It’s exciting, everyone wants to get involved and there’s a LOT to do. Most people think they can manage things themselves until they’re in too deep. A lot of my clients come to me half way through their planning when they realise they've taken on more than they can manage and are in complete panic mode. The run up to your wedding should be a fun and exciting time. Sometimes planning can get a bit overwhelming, especially as you get closer to your big day. Do you really want to be worrying about the florist finding your venue on the day or whether the DJ will have the correct cables and connections for the venue’s sound system? Believe me, 9 times out of 10 if you don’t have a wedding planner, your suppliers will try and contact you on your actual wedding day with questions and minor hiccups. Annoying but true. It’s the last thing you want!

5. Peace of mind.

Your wedding planner can be your personal secretary, your best friend, your confidant and your walking diary right up until and including your wedding day. We can respond to emails when you don’t have time, take phone calls that you don’t want to deal with and provide you with endless amounts of ideas, inspirations and suggestions. We can attend venue viewings, menu tastings and supplier meetings either with or without you, and we can also be present on the day should you need extra tissues, extra wine or help with an unruly guest or difficult supplier. It’s your wedding your way, but it’s our job, it’s all in a day’s work and we love doing it.

This post was written by Veronica Ballard, who specialises in bespoke wedding planning and event styling, both in the UK and abroad.

21/01/2024

21/01/2024

Welcome, Welcome, Welcome!

I’m Tabitha Ashley and I created Splendid to be able to offer event planning services for everyone! Whether you’re getting married and you need a “day of coordinator”...or you’ve volunteered to throw a graduation party and realized you’ve bitten off more than you can chew... 😳

I’m here! I’m ready to talk themes, design, menus, budget, and so much more! I’m here to help you ENJOY your event rather than StReSs about it!

Because it’s a new venture, I’ll need the help of friends and family to spread the word. I’m also offering some crazy good deals for new clients.

BOLO here for offers, pricing, design ideas, party themes, planning freebies and more!

Questions? Reach out and let’s see how this Party Planner can help! 🤩 👰 🧁 🌺 🎈

📸: Kandace Zotter

04/01/2024

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𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄
We are excited to announce Bourbon Street will be returning to ! Join us for our 6th Annual Mardi Gras on Saturday, February 24th!
Stay tuned for more details!!!

04/01/2023

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02/12/2022

We are accepting reservations for private events in our event venue for the upcoming holiday season and new year. The event space is available for meetings, holiday parties, birthdays, and more. Start planning today and contact us for a private tour 803-643-1715.

21/10/2022

Hard to believe this was already one week ago today…

12/06/2022

👏🏻💙💒👰🏻‍♀️🤵

02/06/2022

Yes, yes, yes!

While there are some wedding etiquette “rules” that may feel outdated, there are some tried-and-true tips that are around for a reason.

27/01/2022

31/08/2021

Fall is right around the corner…what will you celebrate? 🍂 🖤 🍁

08/08/2021

12/07/2021

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09/06/2021

Another school year is almost complete! Show me how you’re celebrating! 📏 🍎 📓 ✏️ ☀️ 🏖 😎

03/06/2021

Hello, Brides! Need help with that long list of to do’s before the I do’s? Message me! You don’t have to do it all! 🤵🏼‍♂️👰🏻‍♀️

20/05/2021

07/05/2021

Searching for a local venue with an elegant, southern charm, outdoorsy vibe? Check out Goshen Farm!

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https://goshenfarmaiken.com/

Welcome to Goshen Farm!The Goshen Farm is a 5300 square foot beautiful event and wedding venue that is conveniently located 5 miles from the Historic Downtown Aiken and Hotels. We have a very flexible floor plan with many set up options. Our wedding and event venue holds up to 200 guests and i ...

06/05/2021

Happy Friday Eve, People!

We’ll be featuring your favorite local wedding and party vendors each Friday to spread the word on how awesome they are. If you have a hair stylist, florist, make up artist, caterer, venue, etc. that you’d like to have featured- drop their name in the comments! If you ARE the vendor, send us a message!

Cheers!

30/04/2021

Happy Friday!

I’m heading to a wedding for a sweet and gorgeous cousin of mine! I can’t wait to be there when she says “I do”.

What are your weekend plans?!