I LOVE CELEBRATING LOVE
I’m Mel, owner and Lead Planner of Your Story Events.
A thirty-something lover of weddings, living in Buckinghamshire with my husband, two daughters and cat. Want to know what makes me the right person to plan your wedding or special celebration? Keep on scrolling...
MY JOURNEY TO WEDDING PLANNING
Here is a little bit of my story to help you decide if I’m the right person to help you tell yours…
I started my adult life wanting to act, I was doing a Foundation in Theatre Arts at a well-known drama school when I decided I didn’t want to take to the stage and would rather be backstage making the magic happen. Following this, I went to complete a Degree in Arts and Event Management in Bournemouth, graduating in 2012. One of the highlights of my degree was completing an Internship in New York City with the production agency that runs Tribeca Film Festival.
I have been working in the events industry ever since, working on corporate events, gala dinners, weddings and parties, and working with a high-end luxury caterer. I fell in love with working on weddings, and when I got married in 2017; I planned the most amazing day full of happy, unforgettable memories and I wanted to give others to experience the same feeling. I completed a Diploma in Wedding and Event Planning and Design in order to follow my dream and start up my own wedding planning business - Your Story Events was born.
I want to tell my couples' story, and give them a magical wedding day and have the best time planning it. I know what it's like to be in your shoes. Over 10 years in the industry I have gained invaluable knowledge and insights working on events from 20 to 500 guests. I plan and design weddings and special events in London, the home counties, and all over the UK. I am passionate about giving my couples a joyful and relaxing planning experience while creating a celebration unique to your personalities and love story.
Are you ready to start planning your wedding with Your Story Events?
HAPPY COUPLES
Mel was amazing on our big day, she made sure all the finer details were taken care of, as well as making sure we were looked after with sweet little touches. It meant we could enjoy our day and had peace of mind that everything was under control. Everything just seemed to happen magically and our guests commented on how well organised and smooth everything went. All I can say is - to any future brides who are stressing out about the logistics - hire Mel!
Jo & Phil
THEIR KIND WORDS
PERSONAL LOVES
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My family – I live in a little village in Buckinghamshire, with my Husband, two daughters and cat called Tilly.
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I love traveling and exploring the world – one of my most amazing adventures was climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.
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I love getting stuck in a good novel, sometimes romance, sometimes a mystery. I’m a big Harry potter fan too!
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The theatre bug hasn’t completely gone, I love going to see a good musical, it always makes me happy.
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I enjoy practicing body balance to relax – it’s a mix between Pilates, Yoga and Tai chi.
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I do love a night out with my friends including cocktails and dancing, though I must admit these are quite rare nowadays!
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I love spending Sundays with my family, either on a walk or having a Sunday roast in a local pub with a glass of wine.
WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A PLANNER
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Celebrating love and special milestones with clients.
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Creating beautifully designed spaces.
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Seeing couples faces when they have a first look of their wedding.
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Being inspired by everything and anything: nature, architecture, interior design, colours, my couples.
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The wedding speeches - without a doubt I will well up at these.
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Becoming friends with my clients.
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Adding in the little details that make a big impact.
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The party - when everyone really lets loose, has fun and dances the night away.
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HAPPY COUPLES
We have had so many compliments on our wedding venue, food and band, none of which would have been possible without Mel's organisation and creativity. I lived abroad at the time of organising the wedding, and so put many of the decisions entirely in Mel's hands. She did not disappoint and I trusted her judgement completely. Mel created a really magical New Year's Eve wedding that I could not have imagined without her. She was great to work with, and made the whole process really fun and easy. I would recommend Mel for any event, if you want to create something really special and enjoy the process!
Becky & Neil