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An Evening in the Hills: Charity Gala at The Bradford Supporting InterAct of Wake County
Corporate and Social Events Guest User 6/22/23 Corporate and Social Events Guest User 6/22/23

An Evening in the Hills: Charity Gala at The Bradford Supporting InterAct of Wake County

We were honored and delighted to be asked by The Bradford, a wedding venue in New Hill, North Carolina, to partner with them on their first annual charity gala for InterAct of Wake County.

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Merz Aesthetics Holiday Party
Corporate and Social Events A Southern Soiree 6/12/23 Corporate and Social Events A Southern Soiree 6/12/23

Merz Aesthetics Holiday Party

We are thrilled to have partnered with Merz Aesthetics for their 2022 corporate holiday party! The event was hosted at one of our favorite local venues, The Umstead Hotel and Spa.

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Kristen and Wes’ Hot Pink Wedding at the Umstead
Real Weddings A Southern Soiree 6/8/23 Real Weddings A Southern Soiree 6/8/23

Kristen and Wes’ Hot Pink Wedding at the Umstead

After postponing over a year from their original April 2020 wedding date, Kristen and Wes were able to finally host their loved ones for their June 2021 at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina.

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50 Things Not Listed Under Your Planner's Service Offerings That They Will Handle On Your Wedding Day!
Wedding Planning Advice 12/1/21 Wedding Planning Advice 12/1/21

50 Things Not Listed Under Your Planner's Service Offerings That They Will Handle On Your Wedding Day!

Couples hire wedding planners because ... well to put it simply, wedding planning can be overwhelming. Planning packages offer a long list of services and things they will do to help make the wedding process stress-free and enjoyable for you and your family.

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Katie and Jay's Spring Chapel Hill, NC Wedding under the trees at the Forest Theatre and Carolina Inn
Carolina Inn, Real Weddings 11/15/21 Carolina Inn, Real Weddings 11/15/21

Katie and Jay's Spring Chapel Hill, NC Wedding under the trees at the Forest Theatre and Carolina Inn

As we are wrapping up our final events for the year, we are looking back on some of the AMAZING weddings we've witnessed. Katie and Jay's wedding from this past May was no exception.

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Corporate Event Styled Shoot in Downtown Raleigh
Corporate and Social Events 8/5/21 Corporate and Social Events 8/5/21

Corporate Event Styled Shoot in Downtown Raleigh

Did you know that in addition to weddings, Elizabeth Flake Events also plans corporate events? Corporate parties can be so much fun with the endless possibilities for themes and over-the-top details!

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Spring Wedding at The Umstead Hotel
The Umstead, Real Weddings 6/7/21 The Umstead, Real Weddings 6/7/21

Spring Wedding at The Umstead Hotel

We are so excited to share this STUNNING wedding with you from this past Spring at The Umstead Hotel in Cary, NC!

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Plus Ones, Invited or Not?
Wedding Planning Advice 4/26/21 Wedding Planning Advice 4/26/21

Plus Ones, Invited or Not?

Guests are the party that you choose to celebrate your marriage with so it's kind of a big deal, right?

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How to be a Great Wedding Guest!
Wedding Planning Advice 4/15/21 Wedding Planning Advice 4/15/21

How to be a Great Wedding Guest!

As wedding planners, we usually write blogs to serve as resources for engaged couples, or even other vendors in the industry. This time we decided to switch it up by offering tips on being a great wedding guest!

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Why Couples Should Hire a Wedding Planner First
Wedding Planning Advice 1/25/21 Wedding Planning Advice 1/25/21

Why Couples Should Hire a Wedding Planner First

One of the biggest mistakes that engaged couples make in their wedding planning process is booking their wedding planner after the venue and other vendors.

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Feelin’ festive for Christmas in July!🎄🎀❤️

We have two(!) holiday weddings coming up this December and are so excited for all the merry magic to unfold! ✨

Publication: @martha_weddings

@perryvaile @thomasblakefilms @curatedeventsraleigh @w
When Barbie is quite literally on brand. 💅🏼

Happy Barbie (and Ken! 😉) day! 💘

@perryvaile @morganscottfilms @oncegathered @bbjlatavola @tresbellefete @curatedeventsraleigh @cottageluxe

#asouthernsoiree #destinationweddingplanner #raleighwedding
Still so delighted with this ceremony design. 🌸

Beyond the spectacular florals, the front rows were arranged as runway style seating for immediate family and ribbons in the tree at the back of the ceremony lawn made it that much more enchanting. Th
Saw *the* reel and knew the bridesmaid purse look was perfect for this garden ceremony back in April! Of course we had to jazz it up a bit, so we sourced a version with pearl handles. 🤍 (Note, it was a week out and the scramble to make this happen w
Tortoise and the flair 🐢✨

Which elements do we prioritize to curate the most exquisite tablescapes?

Full placesettings that incorporate textures and coordinating patterns, layered onto high quality linens. To elevate things a step further, we love
We love a firework finale (especially when it’s a surprise!) 🎇 Wishing everyone a cheerful and safe 4th of July! 🇺🇸

#asouthernsoiree #destinationwedding #destinationweddingplanner #fireworks #weddingfireworks #beachwedding #coastalwedding #
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