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Emma Ivey Events is a boutique wedding planning and design studio based in Charleston, South Carolina. We specialize in full-service planning for couples seeking a deeply personalized, design-forward, and seamless experience. From venue scouting and vendor selection to custom creative direction and day-of execution, we guide you through every step with unwavering confidence and genuine care.
Charleston Wedding Planning & Design
WELCOME TO EMMA IVEY EVENTS
Timeless design.
Thoughtful details.
Unmistakably you.
Emma Ivey Events
xoxo, -e
EMMA IVEY GOWEN, OWNER & LEAD DESIGNER
GET TO KNOW ME
Hi, I’m Emma Gowen, founder of Emma Ivey Events. I believe wedding planning should be intentional, meaningful, and exciting, not overwhelming or transactional. You deserve a planner who listens deeply, understands your vision, and brings it to life with care, clarity, and creativity.
My background in hospitality shapes everything I do. I design weddings that feel like an extension of you—your style, your story, and the way you want your day to feel. I bring a calm, grounded presence, expert guidance, and a curated team of professionals to ensure every detail is beautifully executed.
At the heart of it all, I love building real relationships with my couples. I’m here to support you from start to finish with warmth, intention, and just the right amount of fun.
Warm, collaborative planning with timeless design at the core
MEET EMMA
meet the PLANNER
DESIGN
Weddings
We don’t do rinse-and-repeat weddings. Every celebration we design is grounded in your story and elevated through intentional details and expert results. Whether you have a crystal-clear vision or no idea where to start, we’re here to guide you from the very beginning.
Our approach to Charleston wedding planning is both creative and deeply organized. We lean into timeless design, elevated hospitality, and stress-free execution so you can focus on what matters most: being fully present with your family, your friends, and each other.
WHAT WE DO
Full-Service Wedding Planning & Design That’s Anything But Cookie-Cutter
Kaley & Kevin
Working with Emma was an absolute joy and undoubtedly the highlight of my wedding planning journey! From the moment I first met with her after getting engaged, Emma became an integral part of every step of the process. Whether it was selecting the perfect venue, picking vendors, bringing our decor dreams to life, or crafting a flawless timeline, Emma made everything seamless, easy, and completely stress-free.
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As we reflect on this special occasion, we are filled with gratitude for Emma's invaluable contributions to making our daughter's wedding dreams a reality. For anyone seeking a wedding planner who combines unparalleled expertise with genuine warmth and dedication, we wholeheartedly recommend Emma without hesitation. Thank you, Emma, for creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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KJ Robinson, Mother of the Bride
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We’ve received countless compliments about our beautiful wedding and so many of them also complimented Emma’s professionalism, cheerful demeanor, and her skillful execution of the day. If I had to do my wedding over again and could only keep one of my vendors, I’d choose her a million times over. She is without a doubt the best wedding planner in Charleston.
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Hayley + Josh
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