ELD Event Designs

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 3

About ELD Event Designs

ELD Event Designs

Founder + Lead Planner + Lead Coordinator

Greetings! I'm Erika, Founder and Lead Planner with ELD Event Designs. I am deeply passionate about crafting unforgettable and meaningful celebrations. With over two decades of dedication in the hospitality and event industry, I've had the joy of orchestrating everything from heartwarming weddings to lively family reunions, and countless joyous milestones in between. Let's collaborate and create a celebration that's as unique and wonderful as you are

My approach? Think vibrant creativity meets meticulous planning. I'm your partner in transforming your vision into a seamlessly executed reality, ensuring your event is filled with laughter and love. I pride myself on being a fun, laid-back professional who's laser-focused on the details, so you can relax and truly savor every moment. Your big day is my priority. I'll be your advocate, ensuring every element aligns perfectly with your desires. I feel that celebrations don't need to break the bank, so I offer Sustainable Celebrations Assistance with all my packages, proving that dream events (and dècor) are achievable on any budget.

In three words: Collaborative, Fun, Organized

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Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $3,800

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $2,600

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,800

Event design

Pricing starts at $5,000

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $2,200

A la carte

Pricing starts at $1,000

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  • My right-hand lady!

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    •Alison C.•Jul 18, 2025

    Working with ELD Event Designs was an absolute pleasure. From the moment we first connected, Erika was communicative, prompt, and fast in her responses. She was clearly knowledgeable, hustled to get everything done, and was incredibly professional throughout the entire planning process. Erika helped me plan the entire day from start to finish, thinking of details I'd have never thought of and creating a seamless timeline. She went above and beyond what her services included, helping to communicate with and coordinate all of my vendors so I could be hands-free on our wedding day. Erika's expertise was so valuable, and it was clear she knows a lot about how to plan a smoothly-executed wedding. Our wedding day could not have been more perfect, and I owe a huge thank you to the ELD Event Designs team!

  • Rain or Shine - She's Got You! :)

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    •Christiana A.•Jun 16, 2025

    We worked with Erika for partial planning, but from the very beginning, it felt like a true partnership. She played such an essential role in bringing our wedding vision to life—recommending amazing vendors, keeping everything organized and on track, and always making sure we were looped in with helpful updates and next steps. Even when the weather threw a curveball on the big day, Erika handled everything with such calm and professionalism. Her down-to-earth, friendly, and easygoing nature made the planning process so much more enjoyable—and way less overwhelming. She also brought so many thoughtful, creative ideas to the table that we never would have considered on our own. As two people who really had no idea what to expect when planning a wedding, having Erika in our corner was so comforting. We felt so supported and genuinely cared for throughout the entire experience. And on the day itself, we were able to truly relax and take it all in (even with the rain), knowing she and her team had everything handled. She made us feel like we had it all together—and thanks to her, we kind of did! We’ve already received so many compliments on how seamless and beautiful everything was, and we couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out. We’re so grateful to Erika and can’t recommend her enough!

  • Erika is a life-saver

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    •Taylor J.•Jun 8, 2025

    Working with Erika was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was always prompt, professional, and even had a touch of humor that put us at ease during the stressful wedding planning process. Her attention to detail and organizational skills were top-notch, ensuring our special day ran smoothly without a hitch. From the thoughtful planning to the seamless coordination, ELD Event Designs truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day beautiful, memorable, and stress-free. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner and highly recommend her services to any couple looking to have the wedding of their dreams.

  • best money I’ve ever spent

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    •Madelyn P.•Feb 6, 2025

    Hiring Erika was the best decision we made for our wedding! She went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect, and her calm, organized approach kept everything running smoothly. No matter what challenges came up, she handled them effortlessly, allowing us to fully enjoy our day without any stress. She truly made our vision come to life, and I can’t imagine going through the wedding planning process without her. If you’re looking for someone who is professional, detail-oriented, and an absolute joy to work with, Erika is the one!

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