Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Wilmington, NC
Founded in 2007, Salt Harbor Designs brings over 30 years of combined expertise in crafting personalized wedding experiences. Our team of planners, designers, and floral specialists collaborates to transform client visions into cohesive, story-driven events. We prioritize seamless coordination, from vendor management to timeline execution, ensuring clients fully immerse themselves in their celebrations.Our design philosophy centers on meaningful details, blending natural elements with client narratives to create authentic, memorable atmospheres. Recognized in publications like Martha Stewart and The Knot, we serve Wilmington, NC, and surrounding coastal areas, offering full-service planning, floral design, and event styling.
Services
Full Service Planning
Partial Planning
Floral Design
Event Design
Paper Services
Commercial Styling
Coordination
Vendor Management
Day-of Coordination
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in wedding planning and design.
- Our in-house floral expertise ensures cohesive event aesthetics.
- We provide full-service coordination, from vendor management to day-of execution.
- Featured in Martha Stewart, The Knot, and Southern Weddings.
- We specialize in coastal destination weddings across North Carolina.
What people say
Perfect fairy tale wedding
Amazing creativity
Stress-free affair
Highly recommend
Exceeded expectations
Services
Full Service Wedding Planning
We provide end-to-end wedding planning, managing vendors, budgets, and timelines. Our team ensures seamless execution from initial consultations to day-of coordination. Clients benefit from stress-free planning, with experts handling logistics so they can focus on their celebration.
Floral Design
Our in-house floral team creates custom arrangements, from bouquets to hanging installations. We use locally sourced and seasonal materials to reflect each client's vision. Services include ceremony flowers, centerpieces, and bespoke floral decor tailored to event themes.
Event Design
We craft cohesive event aesthetics through color consulting, layout design, and decor selection. Our team integrates lighting, furniture, and signage to tell client stories. Services include concept development, tabletop design, and spatial planning for weddings and styled shoots.
Commercial Styling
We offer concept consulting and styling for commercial photography, including food, interior, and product shoots. Our team provides color palettes, spatial arrangements, and decor to enhance brand storytelling. Services include model styling and set design for marketing campaigns.
Paper Services
Our design team creates custom stationery, including invitations, save-the-dates, and day-of paper goods. We ensure consistency with event themes through typography and layout. Clients receive printed materials and digital proofs, with options for DIY coordination.
People
Jennifer Rose
Owner, Event Designer
Founder Jennifer Rose combines floral expertise with scenic design to craft personalized weddings. With a background in creative writing and theater, she focuses on storytelling through event aesthetics. She leads design and client consultations.
Sara Levesque
Event Coordinator & Director
Sara Levesque oversees event logistics, ensuring seamless coordination. Her experience in global hospitality informs vendor management and timeline execution. She specializes in day-of problem-solving and client communication.
Jenne Harris
Project Manager
Jenne Harris manages large-scale floral installations and vendor relations. With a family florist background, she ensures design quality and material sourcing. She coordinates setup and execution for complex events.
Anna Mintz
Office Manager
Anna Mintz handles business logistics, including estimates and scheduling. Her organizational expertise streamlines client workflows. She supports financial planning and vendor contracts.
Katie Pischera
Event Assistant
Katie Pischera assists with event setup and client communications. She supports design implementation and vendor coordination. Her role includes website maintenance and digital project management.
Questions
Do you work with other florists or designers?
We provide all flowers in-house and do not work with other florists. We may collaborate with external planners but prefer to handle design internally for cohesion.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Wilmington, NC, Figure Eight Island, Bald Head Island, and Wrightsville Beach, with travel fees for other locations.
What goods are available besides services?
We offer day-of paper goods, custom signage, and a decor inventory including lanterns, furniture, and lighting.
Are there minimum spending requirements?
Yes, we require a $7,000 minimum for goods and $4,000 for floral/paper/decor to ensure quality execution.
Can I use non-preferred vendors?
Clients must use our preferred vendors for flowers, tents, and lighting. Other vendors are optional but recommended for reliability.
