Congratulations, you’re newly engaged! The wheels are turning as you think about details surrounding the big day: what colors you want to incorporate, if you want a band or a DJ, plated meal or buffet, indoor or outdoor venue, and everything in between. You’ve probably started a guest list to get an idea of how many people you want to invite to celebrate with you, speaking of which... Did you stop to think about how your invitations will provide your guests with the very first impression they’ll have of your event? That simple piece of paper will give them all the information they need to know. Beyond where to be and when to be there, your invitations will inform guests what kind of party you’re having and will help them determine if this is a formal celebration or a more casual but cool party. Remember, invitations set the tone for your entire wedding day or weekend, so we hope these tips set you up for success!

No matter how you divide your wedding budget, it’s a given that one area, in particular, is a solid must-have for any event: food and beverage. Food and beverage is easily one of the biggest expenses of any event when it comes to overall budget allocation. While hosts should strive to provide a culinary experience that is both delicious and fulfilling, breaking the bank isn’t necessary to achieve this end goal. There are many ways to provide guests with exceptional food and beverage without sacrificing other important areas of the budget. Consider the following options to determine what best fits your overall event style AND budget.

An invitation suite is the first thing guests receive prior to an event, helping set expectations of what’s to come. Beyond communicating all the important details, invitations set the tone and first impressions. Getting the look, feel and wording right takes time, especially when there are so many options to choose from. From digital printing options to letterpress, hand calligraphy, foil stamping, and more, it can be overwhelming and sometimes confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Make the decision process easier by categorizing your priorities based on style and cost.

To feed or not to feed? This is one of the most popular questions our event planners get asked throughout the planning process. As such, we’re sharing our answers and some guidelines for when it comes to making sure not only your guests, but also vendors, are taken care of on event day. Taking care of your vendors and providing the necessary meals required is an important part of making sure the day runs smoothly and that your vendors aren’t running on empty!

Selecting your wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as you embark on your wedding planning journey both mentally and financially.. Allocation for a wedding venue can be anywhere from 15%-45% of your budget depending on what type of venue you select and what is or isn’t included under your contract. That’s why it’s so important to understand what types of venues exist and the costs and requirements associated with each.

The New Year is here, 2023 wedding planning is in full swing, and we are absolutely elated to be jumping into another wedding season full of fun and fresh designs! Today we’re sharing upcoming wedding trends with our friends at Bridal Guide Magazine, including predictions on wedding size, floral installations, photo booths, and more from our very own founder and principle designer, Michelle Cousins.

Planning a wedding can be a stressful process that leads to sleepless nights, decision fatigue, procrastination, arguments with loved ones, and lots of frustration. But, with some guidance from the experts, the right tools, and a little magic (maybe a strong cup of coffee), planning a wedding can also be an enjoyable, organized, easy, and memorable experience! We believe everyone should get to enjoy planning and celebrating life’s most important events. From 11/24/22 - 12/1/22, we’re offering 15% off all curated templates and easy-to-follow guidelines designed to meet a wide variety of event planning needs no matter the stage of the planning process!

Planning a wedding can be a stressful process that leads to sleepless nights, decision fatigue, procrastination, arguments with loved ones, and lots of frustrations. But, planning a wedding can also be an enjoyable, organized, easy and memorable experience! All it takes is some guidance from the experts, the right tools, a little magic (and maybe some strong coffee). So don’t hesitate! Check out what MLE is offering and purchase the necessary tools to give you that peace of mind so you can enjoy the planning process!

We are absolutely elated to be jumping into a new year full of fun and fresh designs. Today we’re dishing all the details on what to expect in 2022 wedding trends with our friends at Bridal Guide Magazine! Take a peek at the full feature and be sure to pickup a copy for yourself, on newsstands now!

Are you a dependable, hardworking go-getter interested in learning how to design, plan, and execute fabulous events and weddings? If you answered yes, then Michelle Leo Events wants YOU! The program is designed to better prepare students and those new to the industry for the event-planning world. We are looking for some great guys and gals interested in gaining hands-on experience in the wedding and event industry to join our team in Utah AND California for our busiest (and probably our most incredible) season yet. We also aim to equip future employees with the proper event design and management skills required to maintain the integrity of our brand and client experience. We invite anyone interested in learning more about the industry to participate in the internship program. Apply today!

The 2021 issue of Utah Bride & Groom magazine is here and better than ever! We are absolutely honored to have a reception (with tips for creating a night to remember), a real wedding, our Hardware Apartments editorial (designed exclusively for UBG), and a color feature (with design tips and tricks) included in this year’s issue. Get a sneak peek of the features below and be sure to pick up a copy for yourself, on newsstands tomorrow, April 1.

The New Year is here and 2021 wedding planning is in full swing! This week we’re sharing 2021 wedding trends with Bridal Guide Magazine, including what to expect when it comes to catering from our very own Michelle. “Grazing stations and buffets are suspended for now. All catering services have been plated. Guest capacity at tables hasn’t exceeded 10 individuals per table, and tables have been placed a minimum distance of six feet apart. Despite all these changes, we’ve successfully executed celebrations that ran smoothly and were both safe and enjoyable!”

Michelle Leo Events is an award-winning event design and planning firm based in Salt Lake City specializing in local and destination events. MLE has been named among the "Best Wedding Planners in America” in 2020 by BRIDES Magazine, is Utah’s 2020 “Best of State in Hospitality, Travel & Tourism,” an 11 x winner of Utah’s “Best of State Event Planner & Wedding Services,” a Martha Stewart Weddings “Top Wedding Planner,” and on Vogues’s “Ultimate Wedding Planner” list. Hiring an event designer and planner is an important decision and we want to make sure that hiring MLE is the right decision for you! Before we take the big plunge together, we ask that you please review this information to learn more about our amazing team, what we’re passionate about and what services we invest our souls wholeheartedly in offering.