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was established in 2011 specialising in marquee weddings at home and weekend wedding at exclusive use properties and estates. You can find many examples of my beautiful and creative work here on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter under .co

Why I’m Known as the “Marquee Queen” – and It’s Not Just About the Pretty DetailsPlanning a luxury marquee wedding at ho...
14/11/2024

Why I’m Known as the “Marquee Queen” – and It’s Not Just About the Pretty Details

Planning a luxury marquee wedding at home is an extraordinary journey, one that combines both the thrill of stunning design and the depth of meticulous logistics. After 14 years in this industry, I’m proud to be known as the Marquee Queen, not only for creating beautiful, memorable experiences but for mastering the countless details that bring these celebrations to life.

It’s More Than Just a Tent – It’s a Vision Brought to Life

Marquee weddings are unique, offering complete flexibility to create something bespoke. Yet, achieving this vision involves much more than selecting a marquee style or floral arrangements. It takes months of careful planning to bring every element together – from evaluating structural weight loads for breathtaking installations to calculating precise power needs, ensuring lighting, heating, and catering all flow seamlessly.

The Logistics Behind the Beauty

Planning a marquee wedding involves accounting for weather conditions, seasonal challenges, and everything from restroom facilities to kitchen builds, generators, and space layouts. Unlike venue-based weddings, marquee events require additional logistics that demand coordination with multiple suppliers, technical planning, and contingency measures. My role extends far beyond decor and design; it’s about ensuring the infrastructure is sound and prepared to meet every possible scenario.

Bringing It All Together, Step by Step

In the weeks leading up to each wedding, my team and I spend long days onsite, from the initial build to the final touches. By the time the guests arrive, every aspect is set up with care, precision, and the creativity required to make each celebration unique.

Planning a marquee wedding takes dedication, skill, and years of hands-on experience, and I’m incredibly grateful to have honed this expertise over so many beautiful celebrations. If you’re considering a marquee event, remember it’s not just about creating something pretty; it’s about the unseen logistics that make the magic happen.

An incredible wedding at Natural History Museum, London Nearly 400 guests, over 40 musicians with an epic evening full o...
15/10/2024

An incredible wedding at Natural History Museum, London Nearly 400 guests, over 40 musicians with an epic evening full of celebrations!

Videographer - Forever Curious Films
Photographer - Lewis Membery Photography
Venue - Venue Hire at the Natural History Museum, London
Catering - Moving Venue
Florals - Lavender Green Flowers
Production - Kudos AV
Bands - AMBASSADOR BAND LTD, Greek Band and The Latin Formula
Cake - Anna Lewis Cakes
Toastmaster - Jamie Paskin

https://galleries.vidflow.co/lxlu400v

This trailer is incredibly curated by Forever Curious - let me know what you think! Such an amazing team of suppliers and my team of support to create a wonderful event like this.

All Saints & NHM 28.09.2024

📉 While the general consensus in the wedding industry is that this year is a strange one in terms of new enquiries and t...
04/06/2024

📉 While the general consensus in the wedding industry is that this year is a strange one in terms of new enquiries and the number of weddings and events taking place, I have some incredible weddings lined up. However, it is quieter for me compared to the last few years – perhaps we’ve been thoroughly spoilt recently!

🔍 My advice? Take a step back, evaluate, and realign your business. Focus on where you want to be and determine what steps you need to take to get there. Over the past few months, I've done just that and finally found the time to work on projects I've long wanted to pursue.

✨ I have a very big project that I’ve started and am thrilled to hopefully share with you all by the end of the year – I am SO excited for this!

🤝 Additionally, I'm collaborating with a number of industry professionals this year on bespoke mentoring and my business booster sessions, which have been incredibly rewarding for me. Doing what I love has never felt so fulfilling!

Explore more about my mentoring sessions here: susieevans.co/mentoring

We all, at some point, encounter hurdles to clear or a fork in the road that we’re just not sure how best to navigate. My personalised mentoring program provides hands-on support and guidance throughout your business journey in the Wedding & Events Services industry.

BUILDING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH LUXURY PLANNERS // A Guide for Vendors and SuppliersAre you a vendor or supplier look...
03/06/2024

BUILDING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH LUXURY PLANNERS // A Guide for Vendors and Suppliers

Are you a vendor or supplier looking to work with luxury wedding planners? Here are some key tips to help you build meaningful connections and successful partnerships:

Do Your Homework: Take the time to research planners and determine if your brand and work align with theirs. Check out their social media and website to ensure your style complements their level of service.

Find the Right Fit: Reach out to planners whose style and level of work match yours. Sending generic requests without research often leads to rejection. Tailor your approach to show you’ve done your homework.

Get to Know Your Planner: Just as you build relationships with couples, get to know the planners you work with. Learn about their process and see if there's anything you can do to support their business. Understanding their current vendor relationships can provide valuable insights.

Understand Referral and Commission Fees: Know the planner’s policy on commission. Some planners accept commissions, while others, like myself, do not. Offering a commission without knowing the planner’s stance can hurt your chances of collaboration.

Communicate Effectively: Keep communication lines open with planners. Whether you're dealing directly with the couple or not, always copy the planner on important communications like invoices and contracts. Teamwork and transparency are essential.

Personalise Your Outreach: When reaching out to planners, ensure you address them correctly. Misspelling names or using generic salutations like "To Whom it May Concern" shows a lack of attention to detail and respect.

Engage Genuinely: Build real, genuine relationships with planners and likeminded suppliers. Share interesting details about yourself, like your love for sausage dogs or your favorite cocktails. Authentic connections can add significant value to the planner’s business.

Building strong relationships with luxury wedding planners requires effort, respect, and genuine engagement. By following these tips, you can create lasting partnerships that lead to fabulous, unforgettable events.

Image Credit // Lewis Membery: Wedding Photography

I had the pleasure of being invited to Bubble Food HQ this week for a lunch experience. I arrived to champagne and cockt...
30/05/2024

I had the pleasure of being invited to Bubble Food HQ this week for a lunch experience. I arrived to champagne and cocktails on the terrace with some delicious and creative canapés. The sun was shining and it was a perfect, intimate setting to get to know the team.

We had music from The Velvet Notes and the gorgeous new bar and furniture from House of Furn.

After the champagne and cocktail reception we were then treated to an incredible 5 course lunch and it was fabulous! It was such a great experience to taste the different dishes that were creative in all their own ways and paired with some great wines. The table looked amazing with linen from Table Alchemy, Tableware from The Social Kitchen (loved this!) and gorgeous blooms from Mary Jane Vaughan. Gorgeous personalised stationery from Ananya cards

To end the afternoon, we went back into the London sunshine to enjoy cocktails and smoked chocolate ci**rs - these were a treat!

All captured by the talented Philippa Sian Photography and put together by James Green.

I am looking for some support please! As a small, independent business having Google reviews is key for me. If you have ...
19/04/2024

I am looking for some support please! As a small, independent business having Google reviews is key for me.

If you have worked with me in the past, no matter what capacity whether that's as a supplier, couple or as part of my team please can I ask a huge favour that you share a few words on a Google review...pretty please! It is so easy..just click on the link below and 2 minutes it will be done! Thank You!

https://g.page/r/CSCMo-Zc8oKbEAI/review

FLORAL ARCHES // Entering a world of elegance at Loseley House, where the floral arch whispers tales of British beauty a...
08/02/2024

FLORAL ARCHES // Entering a world of elegance at Loseley House, where the floral arch whispers tales of British beauty against the timeless stone backdrop. used all British foliage on this design.

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PARTNER IN CRIME // Meet Bruno. The boss of the Evans’ HQ! 🐾He is named after Bruno Fernandes  (the joys of living with ...
07/02/2024

PARTNER IN CRIME // Meet Bruno. The boss of the Evans’ HQ! 🐾

He is named after Bruno Fernandes (the joys of living with two boys in the house!) and is a food monster. Can walk for miles but just takes A LOT of persuasion to actually get him out of the door.

If you’ve been on a Zoom with me, he often makes a debut appearance!

And yes, he does have his own Instagram page

SUMMER PARTY // Such a fabulous party to finish my season on last year. A monochrome design for an intimate vow renewal ...
04/02/2024

SUMMER PARTY // Such a fabulous party to finish my season on last year. A monochrome design for an intimate vow renewal for Romesh + Leesa followed by a big celebration and summer party in a marquee designed using a palette of back, white and grey working with bespoke designs.

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Planning, Design + Concept // .co
Marquee // .marquees
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Production //
Furniture //
Caterers //
Studio Pictures // .io
Cocktails //
Cakes //
Hair + MUA //

FLORAL MASTERPIECES // The backdrop for the guests at this champagne reception at the family home of G + J was a stunnin...
03/02/2024

FLORAL MASTERPIECES // The backdrop for the guests at this champagne reception at the family home of G + J was a stunning 9ft foliage arch adorned with white blooms created by

A perfect backdrop for family portraits and it worked perfectly in keeping with the surrounding gardens set within the countryside 🌿

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Florist //

MARQUEE AT HOME // Weddings at home is something we adore. Curating luxury events and experiences across the UK at priva...
01/02/2024

MARQUEE AT HOME // Weddings at home is something we adore. Curating luxury events and experiences across the UK at private homes and estates.

Sharing a few from a summer wedding for Z + J we a fabulous team .io

All images captured by .co

PORTRAITS // Exploring the interplay of light in these portraits, each frame tells a unique story, perfectly capturing t...
31/01/2024

PORTRAITS // Exploring the interplay of light in these portraits, each frame tells a unique story, perfectly capturing the essence of this amazing couple 💫

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Dress // via
MUA // via
Hair //
Shoes //
Wedding Planner // .co

FASHION // These gorgeous bridesmaids wearing stunning dresses from New York design house   They were absolutely perfect...
30/01/2024

FASHION // These gorgeous bridesmaids wearing stunning dresses from New York design house

They were absolutely perfect for the occasion at such an iconic venue captured by the talented

Hair and MUA by the talented team

GUEST EXPERIENCE // An enchanting night at the National History Museum in London – our luxury wedding was elevated with ...
26/01/2024

GUEST EXPERIENCE // An enchanting night at the National History Museum in London – our luxury wedding was elevated with live food stations, themed dancers, and immersive areas. Every moment was a captivating journey, celebrating love in a truly extraordinary setting that was ‘Out of This World’✨

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Planner // .co

BY DAY AND BY NIGHT // Seeing your marquee set up in your family home and capturing the transformation come day and nigh...
26/01/2024

BY DAY AND BY NIGHT // Seeing your marquee set up in your family home and capturing the transformation come day and night.

Taking us back to a marquee wedding in Surrey for L + D working with and captured by

MAKING AN ENTRANCE // With this gorgeous marquee wedding at home, it was our brief to ensure we worked with the surround...
24/01/2024

MAKING AN ENTRANCE // With this gorgeous marquee wedding at home, it was our brief to ensure we worked with the surrounding gardens and bringing the feel of the outdoors in. Using apples from the orchard in the garden, we collected many wheel barrows of the apples to incorporate into the entrance design 🍏

Wedding Planner // .co
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Florist //
Marquee // .marquees
Production //
Caterers //
Videographer //

TOP TABLE DREAMS // Sharing one of our marquee at home weddings from last year for G + J We wanted to ensure we created ...
22/01/2024

TOP TABLE DREAMS // Sharing one of our marquee at home weddings from last year for G + J

We wanted to ensure we created a space that worked with the setting of the gorgeous family home in the countryside working with the natural foliages, muted whites and n**e tones. The top table was the focus of the dining area as it nestled below the pretty ceiling installation.

I think you’ll agree it really was a statement piece and worked perfectly in the family home setting 🌿

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Florist //
Marquee // .marquees
Catering //
Production //
Stationery //
Tableware + Chairs //
Linen //
Planning + Design // .co

ITALIAN GARDENS INSPIRED // From the hills of Umbria to the warm basking sunshine of the Italy, the inspiration to creat...
20/01/2024

ITALIAN GARDENS INSPIRED // From the hills of Umbria to the warm basking sunshine of the Italy, the inspiration to create a relaxed, luxe Italian tablescape for Z + J last summer with their marquee wedding at home in Hertfordshire 🍋🪴

Image credits // .co
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My Story - Susie Evans Wedding and Party Planner - Sussex and Surrey

Susie Evans Weddings and Events was established in 2011 after running a very successful venue styling business for nearly 8 years. I have vast experience in planning weddings in Sussex and Surrey and have travelled as far as Tuscany and Portugal to plan creative, timeless and classic weddings. Not only do I plan weddings, I do love a good party and nothing beats a fabulous garden party on your lawn to celebrate a special occasion.

My approach is very much a calm and friendly one ensuring we have fun along the way. We can drink coffee or even bubbles and I will ensure I am open and honest at every step of the way. For me it is about working with you and your family, to be a team and everything is with love.

I specialise in marquee weddings at home and exclusive use venues having planned many over the years. My most popular service is both full and partial planning. We will build a trusting and strong relationship to ensure your day is just perfect.

Recently to join my team, I would love to welcome Libby. This is what Libby has to say...