We’ll say it: traditional bridal shows are… boring. Big Fake Wedding puts a fun, innovative, and exciting spin on the stale show model. Instead of walking from vendor table to vendor table and attending a few panels, Big Fake Wedding puts on (you guessed it) a BIG FAKE WEDDING. Complete with a theme, an actual married couple, and a dance party reception.
Participating in The Big Fake Wedding was an exhilarating experience for our team at Sage Event Co. This innovative bridal show alternative allowed us to showcase our planning and design expertise in a live, immersive setting. We crafted a vibrant and engaging atmosphere that captivated attendees, highlighting our commitment to creativity and attention to detail. Collaborating with talented vendors and connecting with enthusiastic couples reinforced our passion for creating unforgettable events. The Big Fake Wedding not only provided a platform to display our skills but also inspired us to continue pushing the boundaries of wedding planning and design.
THE PROJECT
- Meeting all of the amazing vendors! We made some of our best connections to date at Big Fake Wedding.
- Getting to know the Big Fake Wedding team.
- Creating a tablescape with a theme that we’ve never worked with before. We always love a creative challenge
OUR FAVORITE PARTS
As the day-of coordinators for the “Cigarette Daydreams” themed Big Fake Wedding, we created the schedule for the day and coordinated the rehearsal, getting our couple down the aisle, and the ribbon wand send off. We also designed two full tablescapes.
THE PROCESS
featured on
may
2022
date of project:
The big fake wedding
Table 1 + 2 Design & Day of Coordinator : Sage Event Co
Table 3 + 4 & Floral + Event Design: Rose and Sparrow
Table 5 + 6 & Ceremony Backdrop: AE Events & Design
Table 7 + 8 Design: Pacific Events
Table 9 & Head table: Flowing White Events
Balloon Design: Popfetti
Bridal Accessories: Fair Portia
Boudoir Photography: Wild Rhapsody
Catering: Act 3 Catering
DJ + Lighting: The Celebration Specialist
Desserts: Pinewood Baking
Entertainment: Christie Becker Violin
Event Lighting: Crimson Haze Lighting
Event Rentals: Grand Event Rentals
Hair: Rachel Kay Bridal Beauty
Health & Wellness: Chiro One
Hotel: Accommodations: Stay Pineapple
Late Night Snack: chick-fil-a
Makeup: Blushing By Jen
Menswear: Suit Shop
Mobile Photo Booth & Icecream Cart: Aha Party
Photography: Ezer Photo + Natalie Kysar Photography
Swag Bag Provider: Topo Chico
Tunnel of Love Booth: Northwestern Mutual
Venue: Block 41
Wedding Dress: Something Blue Bridal Boutique
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Katelynn saved my sanity! We were only a few weeks out from our intimate wedding and all of the details were overwhelming me and ruining any joy. Sage Event Co was recommended by our photographer, and I reached out with a desperate plea for help.[...] Katelynn was there for the loose ends and for day of. Money well spent and I’m so grateful for all she did leading up to the event and in the day of. Thank you Katelynn.
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Stephanie + Barry
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“My coordinator from Sage Event Co. was Megan and she was truly an INCREDIBLE coordinator. I was extremely stressed and overwhelmed with wedding planning and she always remained calm and optimistic with everything. She was like a breath of fresh air. A few days after my wedding I found out about some hiccups that happened the day of that I never would have known about because Megan took care of it and handled any issue that arised. I honestly don't know what I would have done without her and all of her amazing work. I highly recommend hiring Sage Event Co. (specifically Megan!), they knocked it out of the park! Thank you, Megan, for everything!!!”
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Jessica + Jose
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As our Day-Of Coordinator, Megan and her assistant Paityn made sure that our day went SO smoothly. She did an incredible job with the set-up and decor, fielded any and all questions, and made sure that I didn't have to think about my phone or the logistics of the day at all. I didn't wear a watch or check what time it was because Megan was all over our schedule. Leading up to our wedding Megan always had vendor suggestions, answered every question I had, talked me off of every ledge, and was just a joy to work with. She has an easy smile and calm demeanor and if you need someone to make sure you have "the best day ever" Sage Event Co has you covered. Our wedding was everything I could have dreamed of and more because of her help in the planning and the flawless execution. We will forever be indebted to Megan and her team!”
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Denali + Kellen
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One of the best decisions I made was hiring Katelynn from Sage Event Co. for my day of coordinator! I cannot even begin to describe how much Katelynn helped make sure everything went as planned.[...] We had a few meetings including a venue walk through prior to our wedding on 10/22/22 and it was so comforting knowing that she was there to handle the day. Katelynn was super organized and calm and took over managing my vendors about a week prior which was so reassuring. [...] My family made so many comments about how great and hard working they were and what a relief it was to have them present. Everything came together so well and I know that would have not happened without Katelynn and Paityn. They set up everything and helped with the clean up and I cannot express how amazing of a job they did.
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Taylor + Skyleor
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I hired Prudence and Sage about a month and a half before my wedding and am so glad that I did. I worked with Katelynn throughout the entire process to finalize all my plans and she was absolutely fantastic. Everything flowed seamlessly and she even brought in a crew for set-up and clean-up. I could not imagine my wedding day without her. Every detail, down to the smallest thing, was completely covered and my day was stress free.
"Thank you so much for allowing my husband and I to enjoy the most beautiful day of our lives."
Laura + Nate
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When we started to plan our wedding last July I knew I had to get Katelynn on board to help me plan our special day. We have known each other for a few years now so I trusted her to help coordinate our day. She is so organized and professional. She made sure our day went smoothly and beyond. I highly recommend reaching out to her and her team so that your day is absolutely perfect! We love you Katelynn and we are so very thankful for you!!
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Rachel + Donnie
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We hired Sage Event Co. for our big day in August. Katelynn exceeded our expectations. I was in awe when I walked out before the ceremony that what I was seeing was my wedding. Sage Event Co. listened to everything I wanted, and produced just that! Her whole team is amazing! You will want to hire them for your big day!
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