Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Annapolis
Since 2002, Wedding Savvy has been dedicated to creating exceptional events through personalized, professional coordination. Our team prioritizes client needs above all, ensuring every event reflects the unique vision of the couple or client. With over 65 combined years of experience, we offer a proven planning process grounded in a code of ethics and professional standards. Our services range from full-service planning to day-of coordination, tailored to meet individual needs while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Clients benefit from our extensive vendor network, design expertise, and commitment to stress-free event execution.We serve as advocates throughout the planning journey, safeguarding client interests in every decision. Our reputation for excellence is evidenced by hundreds of five-star reviews and longstanding client referrals. As a trusted partner for weddings and private events, we combine creativity with logistical precision to deliver unforgettable experiences. Headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, we bring local expertise while serving national and international clients. Our founding principles of client advocacy and professional integrity continue to guide our approach today.
Services
Full Service Planning
Day Of Coordination
Partial Planning
Private Events
Corporate Planning
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We prioritize client needs above all industry interactions
- Our team has 65+ combined years of wedding planning experience
- We maintain professional standards with a proven planning process
- We operate with a formal code of ethics and insurance coverage
- We've earned hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied clients
What people say
Seamless event
Best choice I made
Indispensable part
Worth every penny
Made everything easier
Services
Full Service Planning
Our full-service planning provides end-to-end wedding coordination from initial concept to final execution. Clients receive personalized guidance through vendor selection, budget management, and design implementation. With dedicated planners handling every detail, couples enjoy a stress-free planning experience while ensuring their vision becomes reality through our proven methodology.
Day Of Coordination
This service ensures seamless execution of your pre-planned wedding day. Our coordinators manage timelines, vendor logistics, and real-time problem-solving while you focus on celebrating. From setup to breakdown, we handle technical details and unexpected challenges, guaranteeing smooth transitions throughout your event's critical moments.
Partial Planning
Tailored planning solutions address specific client needs through la carte services. Whether requiring budget development, design consultation, or vendor curation, our experts provide targeted support that complements your self-planning efforts while maintaining professional standards and event quality.
Private Events
We create memorable private celebrations including milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and family reunions. Our team applies wedding planning expertise to social events, ensuring flawless execution through venue selection, thematic design, and comprehensive coordination tailored to personal preferences and guest experience.
Corporate Planning
Our corporate event planning delivers professional-grade coordination for conferences, team-building activities, and company celebrations. We combine logistical precision with creative execution to meet organizational objectives while managing vendor contracts, attendee logistics, and branded environmental design across local and national venues.
People
Leslie Jefferson
Owner, President and Senior Consultant
Leslie leads with 15+ years of team experience, upholding founding principles while guiding strategic growth. Her expertise ensures consistent delivery of The Wedding Savvy Way planning methodology across all client engagements.
Raquel Shutt
Founder
Raquel established Wedding Savvy in 2002 with a vision for client-centered planning. She developed the original planning framework that continues to shape our approach, mentoring subsequent planners in her detailed, client-first methodology.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide full-service planning, day-of coordination, and partial planning packages tailored to client needs.
Do you work outside Annapolis?
Yes, we serve events nationwide and internationally while maintaining local expertise in Maryland venues.
How does your planning process work?
Our proven methodology combines client vision with professional coordination through structured planning phases and regular communication.
Can I customize planning services?
Yes, our à la carte options allow customized packages focusing on specific planning needs and budget requirements.
How do you handle unexpected issues?
Our experienced coordinators proactively anticipate challenges and resolve unexpected issues in real-time during events.
