Beauty & the Budget Events, LLC

Beauty & the Budget Events, LLC Creating beautiful moments on your budget A full-service wedding and event planning company that creates beautiful moments without breaking the budget.

✨ Client Review ✨“We hired Stephanie to be our full service wedding planner and it was hands down the best decision we c...
08/31/2025

✨ Client Review ✨

“We hired Stephanie to be our full service wedding planner and it was hands down the best decision we could have ever made for our wedding! She was AMAZING!

"Every month leading up to the wedding she met with us via Google Meet, gave us easy tasks to complete, sent us the most awesome suggestions for all the vendors we used and quickly answered any questions we asked at any time of day. THE SPREADSHEETS AND TIMELINES SHE CREATES ARE SO THOROUGH AND INCREDIBLE!

"Stephanie set up everything the day of, better than we could have even imagined. She was punctual, creative, supportive, and just the sweetest person ever. Our wedding would not have been as amazing if it weren't for Stephanie. If you are looking for the best wedding planner ever, LOOK NO FURTHER. 10/10 recommend.” - Megan & Owen, Full Service, Forest Hall at Chatham Mills

Forest Hall at Chatham Mills
MKM Photography
Event Flouret
Blushed Bridal
Dark Hearts Makeup Artistry
Bridal Affection
Liles Clothing Studio

This ultimate adult summer camp wedding was magic from start to finish. Hosted at Sanctuary Farm with 80 of their favori...
08/30/2025

This ultimate adult summer camp wedding was magic from start to finish. Hosted at Sanctuary Farm with 80 of their favorite people (and more than half camping on-site!), the weekend kicked off with a Friday night welcome party and a hilariously heartwarming talent show.

Saturday morning brought coffee, breakfast, yoga, crafts, and an epic water balloon capture the flag game before everyone relaxed and got ready for the wedding. Then it was time for the ceremony, framed by this perfect backdrop of rustic wood and oversized paper flowers that the bride made! Dinner was a vegan feast at picnic tables under market lights beside the barn, with eclectic dishware and goblets lovingly sourced by the bride and her mom.

The celebration continued with a Contra band leading dances that had everyone on their feet. The couple cut a cake, the groom DJ'd a dance party, and guests casually joined a late-night campfire before drifting back to their yurts and tents.

It was personal, joyful, and so perfectly them.

The Eco-Institute at Sanctuary Farm
Carletta Girma Photography
Mediterranean Deli, Bakery and Catering
Lagomorph Quartet

One of the most fun parts of the night ✨ This couple sat side-by-side on the edge of the dance floor, soaking up every m...
08/28/2025

One of the most fun parts of the night ✨

This couple sat side-by-side on the edge of the dance floor, soaking up every moment as their friends and family performed choreographed dances in their honor.

We love this beautiful tradition in Indian weddings—and it’s an idea any couple can borrow for their reception! Imagine the joy of having your loved ones put on a performance just for you. 💃🏽🕺🏽

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
Mahensphotography
Carolina Elite Events

I first met Sam & Chris back in 2022, and after two years of full-service planning, we celebrated their wedding in Octob...
08/26/2025

I first met Sam & Chris back in 2022, and after two years of full-service planning, we celebrated their wedding in October 2024. They trusted me as their very first booking — and let me build their entire vendor team, design their day, and help bring their love story to life.

They grew up in Fayetteville, attended college in Chapel Hill, and lived in Atlanta while planning the wedding. I still remember their visit to NC for venue tours - we spent back-to-back days in Fayetteville and Chapel Hill, touring 7 venues and ultimately booking the last one we toured!

From blending Chinese, Filipino, and German traditions into the menu and ceremony, to creating a romantic fall palette with magical lighting, every detail reflected who they are. We even built in a secret buffer for Sam’s perpetually late family (welcome boba drinks made it seamless 😉).

The best part? Building a relationship with these two so we could create a wedding that was authentically theirs. 💛

Old Lystra Inn
Patty Betts Photography
Cannon Catering
Tru Masters Digital Entertainment
Victoria Park Florist
Capital Events
Jessica Vargas Hairmua
Boba Baba
The Crepe Cakerie NC
After The Tone
Carrie's Bridal Collection
Generation Tux

One of the things we love most about Cates Farm at Cane Creek is how many options it gives couples for photos. From the ...
08/24/2025

One of the things we love most about Cates Farm at Cane Creek is how many options it gives couples for photos. From the iconic red barn to fields of crops that change with the seasons, wide open spaces, shady trees, a sweet porch, and cozy tucked-away spots — this venue is full of variety and charm. 🌿

Having multiple backdrops all in one place makes it easy to capture photos that feel natural and personal, without ever needing to leave the property. A dream for couples (and their photographers)!

Cates Farm at Cane Creek
Shoot with Bliss

✨ Walking down the aisle is one of the most emotional moments of a wedding — but here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to lo...
08/22/2025

✨ Walking down the aisle is one of the most emotional moments of a wedding — but here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to look like tradition says it should.

Your es**rt can be your dad, your mom, both parents, a step-parent, siblings, your kids, your best friend… or no one at all. You can even walk hand-in-hand with your partner. 💕

The most important part? That it’s YOUR choice. Not out of obligation. Not because “that’s how it’s always done.” But because it reflects your story, your relationships, and what matters most to you.

Whoever stands by your side — or if you choose to walk alone — let it be rooted in love, not tradition. 🌿

P1 Chatham Station
Abate Photo + Film
Folie à Deux Events

P2 Zimmerman Vineyards | Trinity, NC
MTD Photo Co.

P3 All Saints Chapel
Tom Waldenberg Photography
Fireside Farm

P4 Old Lystra Inn
Patty Betts Photography

P5 Jiddi Space
Tom Waldenberg Photography

P6 Market Hall
Danielle Riley Photography

P7 Seven Paths Manor
Grimes Photography

It’s amazing how much impact place settings have on the whole look of a room. ✨ They create intrigue, add flair, bring i...
08/21/2025

It’s amazing how much impact place settings have on the whole look of a room. ✨ They create intrigue, add flair, bring in personality, and give you that subtle pop of color that ties everything together.

Most couples panic a little when I ask about napkin folds (because let’s be honest, it’s not something most people have ever thought about). And while it may seem like a small detail, the way your table is styled really does shift the entire aesthetic. Whether it’s a simple knot, a clean fold, or something playful, those little choices add up to a big impression.

Southern Grace Farms NC
Jaclyn Auletta Photography
Curated Events Raleigh

Today marks 8 years since the first wedding I planned - my own!It feels remarkable to say Matt & I have been married for...
08/19/2025

Today marks 8 years since the first wedding I planned - my own!

It feels remarkable to say Matt & I have been married for 8 years - over 1/4 of my life - and it's been a beautiful journey. There have been PLENTY of ups and downs, and it's a blessing to say this has been our best year yet. Moving to Sparta NC last year was the best choice we've made, and I love the life and home we've built together.

I also just looked, and Matt has worked 60 of my 80 weddings! So, here's a big shoutout to the guy who stepped up and partnered in this crazy business with me, despite neither of us having a clue about the wedding industry before our own 😂

Cheers to more adventures, the best four-legged babies and nieces/nephews, and spending every day as partners in life and business.

✨ Client Review ✨“We couldn’t have gotten a better wedding planner than Stephanie. She was on top of things throughout t...
08/17/2025

✨ Client Review ✨

“We couldn’t have gotten a better wedding planner than Stephanie. She was on top of things throughout the entire process, incredibly organized and easy to work with, and when the big day came everything was perfect, due to her great prep and organization beforehand. Stephanie helped make our wedding day perfect and we would highly recommend her to anyone in the area looking for help planning their wedding! Thanks, Stephanie!!” - Sarah & AJ, Full Service Wedding Planning

Sarah & AJ were a perfect fit for B&BEvents. When busy professionals (like this primary care physician and software developer) start planning a wedding, they often realize they don't have time to learn about a whole new industry, so they choose to trust the pros. And I feel lucky every time they choose me to create a wedding day perfect for them. Building their vendor team and designing the aesthetic and flow was my joy and pleasure.

The Little Herb House
MKM Photography
Flowers by Lola
Ashley Loza Hair and Makeup
Cake Couture Boutique
Love Tribe
New York Bride & Groom of Raleigh
Curated Events Raleigh
EcoStyle Chauffeured Transportation
Carolina Livery

These centerpieces are living in my head rent-free, thanks to these bold colors, lush textures, and a music-lover’s twis...
08/15/2025

These centerpieces are living in my head rent-free, thanks to these bold colors, lush textures, and a music-lover’s twist with vinyl record table numbers.

The florals popped against the candlelight, giving every table a warm, vibrant glow, and the mix of colors made the whole room feel alive.

And it doesn’t hurt that this was at one of my favorite venues, where the charm of the space is the perfect backdrop for a wedding this full of personality and joy.

Jiddi Space
Ariel Kaitlin Photography
Kelly Odom Flowers and Interiors Inc.

Two years ago, these two celebrated their love in the most “them” way possible — at their home, with a backyard ceremony...
08/13/2025

Two years ago, these two celebrated their love in the most “them” way possible — at their home, with a backyard ceremony one day, and the next night filled with good food, great company, and games galore.

Their living room transformed into a cozy dinner space with rented farm tables, stylish chairs, and pops of purple in floating candles and wooden flowers. And every non-food space through their home had a game waiting, from board and card games to video games and yard games.

Guests got creative with a Polaroid guest book accompanied by the most fun stickers, enjoyed favorite bites from the couple's favorite restaurants, and toasted with help from the amazing Carolina Party Partners (my go-to pros for at-home events).

The kitchen became the bar, complete with signature drinks, and the dessert table featured petite desserts from the incredible Cupcakes d'Amour alongside a perfect custom cake topper of the couple and their pets.

Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, and making your own traditions 💜
Ready to plan a wedding that feels like your love story? Let's chat!

Azul Photography
Carolina Party Partners
The Bardot
Dark Hearts Makeup Artistry
Cottage Luxe
Caffe Luna
Cupcakes d'Amour
Curated Events Raleigh

Champagne, but make it a moment 🥂✨Greenery walls aren’t just a pretty backdrop — they’re a celebration station, and it c...
08/10/2025

Champagne, but make it a moment 🥂✨

Greenery walls aren’t just a pretty backdrop — they’re a celebration station, and it certainly spruced up this tented backyard wedding!

Whether you’re greeting guests with a glass at cocktail hour or adding a little extra flair to your seating chart or es**rt display, a bubbly wall is equal parts functional and fabulous. Cheers to weddings that look as good as they feel!

Windsor Grey Photography
Flowers by Lola
Carolina Party Partners

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