Simply Unforgettable Occasions

Always a pleasure to work with Rebecca L Photography!! Samantha had the pleasure of officiating Katie and David’s wedding today at the beautiful Kalamazoo Country Club. Team SUO wishes them both a lifetime of joy and happiness. Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your special day!!!

Happy Wedding Day David & Katie!!!!

See you two love birds soon!!!

Thank you WeddingDay Magazine for featuring Samantha and Phillip’s Smoky Mountain vow renewal!!!

2023 Weddings in Review: A Look Back at Some of Your Most Cherished Moments from the Year With 2023 having come to an end, we can't help but be grateful for all of the beautiful celebrations that took place last year. We asked our talented Midwest vendors to share some of their favorite moments from 2023 and they did not disappoint! From heartfelt ceremonies to stunning reception details...

We hope that you all have had Happy Holidays and wish a Happy New Year to everyone!!!

We’d like to start out the new year with a bang and all of our followers support.

If you could click invite all to our business page we would be forever grateful. 📄 🥰

Neon Signs, Champagne Towers and Garter Toss: Celeb Wedding Planner Weighs in on Trends That Are Out for 2024 From choreographed dance numbers to light bulb block letters, celeb wedding and event planner David Tutera gives his take on what trends are in and out for 2024 weddings.

Last week some of our team headed to Tennessee to celebrate Samantha and Phillip’s 5 year anniversary with vow renewal styled shoot in the Smokies. Everything turned out amazing thanks to our awesome vendor team. Check out the sneak peak pictures from the photographer.

Photography: Scott Tibbles Photography, LLC

Full-Service Planning, Design, Coordination, Rentals, Decor, Linens: Simply Unforgettable Occasions

Rentals- Chairs: Alpine Events

Rentals- China, Flatware, Glassware: Rentalex - Vine Street and Delicate Dishes

Videography: Simply Unforgettable Occasions

Venue: Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Mountain Soul by Stony Brook Cabins

Florals: Truer Design

Officiant: Emily Dameron

The Rings: Zales

Bridal Salon: Memories Bridal & Evening Wear

Seamstress: Elizabeth III, LLC

The Dress: Maggie Sottero Designs

Bride's Fur: Sissily Designs

Bride's Tartan Shawl: David's Bridal

Bride's Boots: Corral Boots Boot Barn

Groom's Suit: SuitShop

Groom's Boots: Ariat Boot Barn

Hair & Makeup: Southern Sirens

Cake: Cakes & Confections by Merry

Catering: Mountain Heart Catering by Becky

Bar Service: Tipsy Daisy Mobile Bar

Handfasting Cord: Ceotha (Etsy Shop)

Cake Topper: Yellow Dodo Wedding (Etsy Shop)

Vow Books: Wood Present Studio (Etsy Shop)

Stationery Design: DIY Blooming Paperie (Etsy Shop)

If you are looking for an amazing cake baker in the Smoky Mountain area reach out to Cakes & Confections by Merry. She did an excellent job making Phillip and Samantha’s cake for their 5 year vow renewal.

If you are ever in tennessee and looking for an amazing caterer be sure to check out Mountain Heart Catering by Becky. She did an amazing job preparing the food for Phillip and Samantha’s 5 year vow renewal celebration yesterday.

Please join Team SUO in wishing Tiffany & Brian a happy 1 year anniversary! Here's to another love-filled year together!

Photo by Rebecca L Photography

Happy 1 year anniversary to Bonnie & Joe! We wish you many years of love, happiness, and adventures together!

Photo by Birch Arrow Photography

🍬🌟 Celebrate Love and Sweetness this Sweetest Day! From friends to family and significant others, let's spread smiles and appreciation to all the sweet souls in our lives. 🥰🌺

💝 Share with us in the comments below: who is the sweetest person in your life? 💖👇

Wishing Rachael & Rafal a happy 1 year wedding anniversary!! 💖 Cheers to the countless adventures and endless love that awaits you in the next year! 🥂

Photos by Nicole Yeager Photography

🩵💍We have all heard the saying 'Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue'. But do you know how this timeless tradition came to be?

The Knot took a dive into history, and was able to find some unique 'lore' behind the saying. Take a look 👀

https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-traditions-the-meaning-of-something-old

🍂 Welcome October! 🍁 As the air gets crisper and the leaves start to change, we can't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation for all the cozy moments this month has in store for us. 🎃 Tell us, what's your favorite thing about October? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let's celebrate this beautiful season together! 🌻✨

✨ Happy wedding day to Sarah & Terry! 💍 Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and beautiful memories. Cheers to the beginning of your forever together! ✨

Happy 10th anniversary to Dan & Sarah! Wishing you another year of adventure, love, and laughter! 💕

Join Team SUO in wishing Amanda & Tyler a Happy 1 Year Anniversary! We wish you many more years of love and happiness 💕

Photo by Scott Tibbles Photography, LLC

Happy wedding day to Elizabeth & Ian! 💒 We are so excited to officiate your wedding at the Tulyp Hotel in Holland!

📷 Kristianna McGee Photography

Did you know that Simply Unforgettable Occasions not only offers planning, design, coordinating, and officiant services; but we also offer Bar Services?

Meet Tyson, bringing years of bartending experience to TeamSUO as our Lead Bartender! 🫗🍸️

Photo by Kitty Lee Photography

Say hello to...

✨ KAITLIN - Event Assistant ✨

- When did you join Team SUO? May of 2021
-What is your favorite wedding song? Perfect-Ed Sheeran
- What are some of your talents and hobbies? Photography, listening
to music, cheer-leading, watching YouTube
- What or who are you a "closet" fan of? K-Pop and YouTube
- What is your favorite part in the process of helping a client plan a wedding or event? I like bringing their ideas into real life

Photo by Kitty Lee Photography

Let's meet...

✨ MEGAN - Event Assistant ✨

-What is your favorite part of a wedding or event?
Vows, especially if self written
- When did you join Team SUO? September of 2021
-What is your favorite cake flavor? German Chocolate
- Do you have kids? I have 5 kids
- What is your dream vacation? Fiji
- What is the best concert you have ever been to?
Aerosmith, second is Counting Crows

Photo by Kitty Lee Photography

Say hello to....

✨ JAMIE - Event Assistant ✨

- If you are not at an event, what can you be found doing?
When I am not working I am either reading or watching dramas.
- When did you join Team SUO? May 1st, 2021
- What is your favorite part of a wedding or event?
Everything. I love to see everything come together
-What is your favorite wedding song?
Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran.
-Do you have kids? I do, I have one daughter named Kaitlin.

Photo by Kitty Lee Photography

Bringing the vision to life would not be possible without our Event Team & Assistants! 💜
This amazing group of people work from the early hours of the day, until the late hours of the night, bringing all the plans to life, and making sure our events keep running smoothly!

Pictured: Samantha, Jamie, Sandy, Megan, Phillip, and Kaitlin

Photos by Kitty Lee Photography

Meet the office team of Simply Unforgettable Occasions - Samantha, Phillip, & Becca!

Photo by Kitty Lee Photography