Sally Oakley Weddings & Events


Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 3 – 5


About Sally Oakley Weddings & Events

Sally Oakley Weddings & Events

Owner/Lead Planner

With a passion for planning and styling events, Sally strives to create a unique and memorable experience for each and every bride and groom. What Sally loves most about her job is the close relationships she builds with her couples through the many months of planning their perfect day. In the industry now for over 18 years, Sally has cultivated many long-standing relationships within the industry and has the honor of being a preferred vendor at some of the Triangle’s very best venues.

When I opened Sally Oakley Weddings and Events in 2010, my goal was to make the experience of planning a wedding less stressful, more fun and ultimately to ensure that my couples and their families enjoyed the wedding day as much as their guests. As the business and our team has grown, we have held true to these goals, lessening the load for over 500 couples and counting. Our inspiration comes from the connections we make, the unique vision and story that each couple brings, and the joy and love we get to bear witness to each weekend. We believe every love story deserves to be celebrated, and are honored to be a part of those celebrations.

In three words: Calm, Creative, Organized

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Description

For the couple who has the vision but not the time; or for the couple who has no idea where to start. With our full service package, we handle everything from design, to a detailed budget to choosing amazing vendors who will make your wedding dreams reality. Think of it as planning your wedding with your extremely organized and detail-oriented best friend :)

This package is perfect for the couple who wants to be involved but could use some extra help along the way. It is also great for our out of town couples! It includes our amazing month of coordination package + lots of great extras to keep your stress level at a minimum.

So you’ve done the leg work, chosen an amazing venue and team of vendors, but are now wondering who orchestrates it all on the big day….that’s where we come in! We will step in the last couple months before your wedding date and ensure that everything goes off without a hitch and that you get to ENJOY your wedding day!

Planning begins12 Months out12 Months out6 Months out
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Vendor Management
Contract Review
Rentals & Linens
Budget Planning
Invites & Stationery
Wedding Website
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
PricingStarts at $10,000Starts at $8,000Starts at $3,250

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  • Kathy with Sally Oakley Events

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    Kathryn W.Jun 27, 2024

    I am so glad we chose to work with Sally Oakley Events, especially Kathy. While Kathy was our month of coordinator, she went above and beyond helping us for over a year. She promptly answered questions and helped me navigate wedding planning. Her years of experience are truly priceless, as she knows the ins and outs of wedding planning. She is very down to earth and understood my budget restraints and was able to guide me on what things were important and what were extra fluff. On the day of the wedding, she was amazing. She handled the vendors and logistics completely. I was able to relax and have fun getting ready and not worry about anything happening outside the bridal suite. Numerous guests have complimented how organized and well run our wedding was and that is owed to Kathy!

  • MUST hire!!!

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    AshleyNov 29, 2023

    Sally and her team are absolutely incredible!! They have so much experience and were recommended by so many vendors! I had total confidence leaving my special day in their hands- and boy I was right!! My day was BETTER than I imagined!! Thank you Sally and team!!

  • Photography Experience with Sally Oakley Events

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    Pamela Jahnke PhotographyNov 28, 2023

    As a wedding photographer, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Sally Oakley and her exceptional team at Sally Oakley Weddings and Events for over six years. Sally's strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail have consistently impressed me. From crafting detailed timelines, weather backup plans, and diagrams to ensuring that I am well-prepared for every event, Sally's proactive approach has been invaluable. Her team's expertise and level of service have consistently left our joint couples delighted. I wholeheartedly recommend Sally Oakley Weddings and Events to anyone seeking a top-tier wedding planning experience.