Stunning & Brilliant Events | Charleston Wedding Planners

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1828 Collective: Wedding Photographer

Alyssa and her team are amazing to work with! I am a wedding photographer and recently got to work with Alyssa at a Magnolia Plantation wedding in Charleston and let me just say...I've worked with a lot of coordinators in my 9 years of doing photography and Stunning & Brilliant Events is top tier! Absolutely everything was perfect from communication prior to the wedding day, the way she wrangled the clients and their wedding party/family professionally without being intrusive, keeping everyone on track with the timeline, and just generally being the sweetest people to be around. Absolutely can't recommend them enough!

Hannah Johnson

One of the best decisions I made with my wedding was using Alyssa as my wedding planner. Not only is she amazing at what she does but she’s also such a kind and genuine person and was a joy to work with. From start to finish, Alyssa made the process so easy. I was so anxious about the wedding planning process and after my very first call with Alyssa, my mind was put at ease. I especially appreciated her quick responses to all of my emails and the never ending questions I had throughout the whole process! The day of the wedding was absolutely seamless and I couldn’t have asked for the day to go any better! I was able to fully enjoy my wedding day and be present because I knew Alyssa and her team were there to handle anything. At one point during the cocktail hour, someone accidentally stepped on my dress and ripped it a little. Not even a few seconds later, one of the day of coordinators stepped in and was able to sew my dress up right then and there. I was even able to still talk with the guests while she was working on it! Alyssa and her team really were a God send. I cant thank Alyssa and her team enough for truly making my dream wedding a reality. I will definitely be recommending Alyssa and her team to any and all brides!

Catharine Paterno

I don’t even know if words will ever fully capture the sheer gratitude and awe I have for Alyssa at Stunning and Brilliant Events and her incredible team. What she gave us wasn’t just wedding coordination — it was a restoration of trust, a reclaiming of joy, and the realization of a dream I had spent so long building. A bit of our story: as an out-of-state couple planning a Charleston wedding, we initially hired someone else to help us navigate the process. Unfortunately, after four long months of broken promises, missed deadlines, and ultimately being taken advantage of financially, we were left devastated and scrambling. I was heartbroken, not just because of the money lost, but because I had invested over a year into crafting a vision that now felt so far out of reach. With only six months left until the wedding, I felt defeated and unsure if I could ever find someone I could truly trust again with something so important to me. And then came Alyssa. From our very first conversation, she met me with calm, clarity, and confidence. She didn’t hesitate — she simply stepped in and got to work, seamlessly picking up the scattered pieces and rebuilding the plan I had so carefully envisioned. It wasn’t just about logistics for Alyssa — it was about honoring our love story. She listened to every idea, every fairytale-inspired wish, every detail that mattered to me, and with grace and precision, brought it all to life. The six months leading up to our wedding weren’t without their challenges — because no wedding planning ever is — but every time a snag appeared, Alyssa handled it with such professionalism and poise that I barely felt the ripple. She shielded me from unnecessary stress, reassured me when I started to spiral, and always found a way to say, “We’ve got time, we’ve got this.” And she was right. Everything — and I mean everything — got done. And not just done… but executed beyond my wildest expectations. On the day of the wedding, I had one request: to be present, to feel the moment, to truly enjoy the experience of marrying the man I had prayed for my entire life. Alyssa gave me that gift. I didn’t hear of a single hiccup, not one issue — because if anything went wrong, she and her team handled it before I could even blink. I was allowed to simply be — to soak in every second, every laugh, every tear, every dance. Alyssa worked with each of our vendors with grace, professionalism, and ease. She was the conductor of a perfectly tuned symphony, making sure every piece came together flawlessly. Her organizational skills, direct communication, warmth, and undeniable experience created a level of trust that’s truly rare. She made it all look effortless — though I know how much care and behind-the-scenes coordination it took to make it happen. Alyssa, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You were more than just a wedding coordinator. You were a guardian of my vision, a calm in the storm, and a true artist of magic and detail. My only regret is not finding you sooner — but I am so grateful I found you exactly when I needed you most. I want to take a moment to give a very special shout-out to Alyssa’s incredible team — Shawna, Anna, and Caitlin. The three of you were not just helping hands, you were an extension of the heart and soul Alyssa pours into her work. Each of you brought such intention, grace, and care to every part of our day. You listened to Alyssa as she told you our hopes, and you three truly saw our vision. You didn’t just execute it — you elevated it. Every detail felt personal, every interaction was filled with kindness, and every guest felt seen and cared for. But more than anything, you made Corey and me feel like we were the only couple in the world that day — the center of everything. Thank you for making our wedding feel like a dream come true. You were an essential part of the magic, and we will forever be grateful. If you are planning a wedding and reading this, trust me when I say: you want Alyssa on your side. She doesn’t just plan weddings — she brings them to life.

Gabrielle Walker

Alyssa is hands down the best of the best!!! From the time I initially talked to her I knew that everyone else I talked to would not compare. Alyssa and her team are extremely knowledgeable from vendors, venues, and work arounds to try to stay within budget. She is prompt to answer any and all emails you send and she really makes you feel taken care of and that takes a large amount of stress away from planning. I would highly recommend her. The day of her team was A++++, they went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and everything ran smoothly. So thankful we hired her for our wedding!