Happily Ever Love Stories

Valerie was everything we needed in a wedding planner, especially planning our intimate ceremony from out of state. She visited our venue for us, sent photos and updates, and made us feel completely taken care of every step of the way.She was so kind, easy to talk to, and super organized. She kept me on track, coordinated with all of our vendors, and answered evvvvvery single question I threw her way. I changed my mind at least 17 times and she never batted an eye! She just rolled with it and helped shape the day into something that felt completely true to us. 

 

We hit a little snag on the wedding day (because what’s a wedding without some chaos??) and Valerie and her assistant handled it immediately. They saved the day - truly!!! I didn’t even have time to panic because she had it under control. Her husband, Gerhard, officiated our ceremony and he was incredible. So warm and genuine. It felt like a friend was marrying us! We’re so grateful to both of them for the care and thought they put into our day. It was beautiful, relaxed, and full of love - exactly what we hoped for. Thank you for bringing our vision to life!!!

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Photographer: Trinity Tolbert Photography

Venue: Airlie Gardens & The Pilot House

I don’t know where to begin. Valerie was absolutely amazing. My WIFE and I were last minute planning and said “let’s get married!” So we started looking same day and we came across Valerie. From day one, she was super personable and communicative about the entire process. She coordinated it all for us. She NAILED every aspect from location, music, ambiance and decor. It was beautiful and so memorable.

 

Valerie connected with us on a level that shows how much she really cares about your happiness. Saying she did amazing is an understatement. We not only had an amazing ceremony, but we gained a friend out of it and we couldn’t be happier how our day went. If you’re looking for someone to plan your special day, VALERIE IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO!!

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Photographer: Julie O'Neill Photography
Venue: Fort Fisher Beach

Valerie really is a wonderful people kind of person. Sweet and supportive from day 1, and had all the answers to all the questions. Come day of she really brought it all together and made everything a reality in a way I could never have imagined. We pulled everything together in under two months. She took every bit of inspiration I gave her and pulled through in a way that was absolutely perfect for my husband and I. So, SO many compliments on the gorgeous wedding. Truly will never forget it.

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Photographer: Kam Goodrich Photography

Venue: Wrightsville Beach

I highly recommend this business! Valerie is one of a kind! Speaking of kind, working with her was a dream come true. She helped me organize my wedding in Wrightsville Beach while I was planning from San Francisco. I never had a doubt that everything would be fine because she was there for me whenever I needed recommendations, advice or encouragement. I handed off all my plans the day of my wedding and she brought my vision to life! I will forever be grateful to her and her assistant for being so incredible! Jerry and I cannot thank you enough!

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Photographer: Matt McGraw Photography

Venue: Shell Island Resort

I cannot recommend Happily Ever Elopements and Valerie enough! Our elopement under the live oak trees at Fort Fisher was everything we could have dreamed of and more, and we have Valerie to thank for that.

I am local to the Wilmington area, and when my husband and I first got engaged, we knew we wanted something intimate with just our family. After doing some research we came across Happily Ever Elopements and decided to give them a shot. From the moment we reached out, Valerie was incredibly attentive, organized, and supportive of everything we wanted. When we wanted to include our dog, she excitedly helped us plan for it. When the day started approaching and there was a strong possibility for rain, she helped us secure a last minute indoor back up option. She helped us plan for things I would have never even thought of.

All of the planning happened between email and text message communications, and Valerie was happy to meet with my husband and I a few days prior to talk through everything in person. So, Happily Ever Elopements is a great option for locals looking to elope close to home so family can come, or those wanting to travel to the area.

If you are reading this trying to decide if you want to hire Happily Ever Elopements or not, I think you should do it. Valerie will go out of her way to make sure your day is special and exactly what you want it to be. She will take care of everything, so all you have to do is show up with your dress on ready to say "I do", and you will have beautiful memories to last a lifetime.

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Do it, you will not regret it!

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Photographer: Shadow Raven Photography

Venue: Fort Fisher

Valerie and Gerhard are the most incredible team; you can't ask for a better duo to make your big day come true! Their kindness, understanding, quick thinking and expertise are unmatched. There isn't enough time to rave about them enough, but huge shout out to Valerie for her impromptu bustling skills, attention to detail, and calming personality that helped me successfully execute the best day of my life. To top it off these two really show you the meaning of true love. We couldn't be more grateful for you!!!

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Photographer: Sydni Media