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PC: Nikki Morgan Photography Your wedding invitations do more than share the details of your big day. They give guests a first look at your celebration and help them plan ahead. But when should you actually mail them? Here's a quick guide to getting the timing right! When to Mail Wedding Invitations For most weddings, we recommend mailing invitations 8 weeks before your wedding date. However, certain circumstances may require a little extra notice: Destination Weddings: Appro

One of the first questions couples ask when they begin planning is also one of the hardest to answer: How much does a wedding actually cost? If you are researching South Carolina Midlands wedding cost, you will find plenty of national averages online, but those numbers rarely tell you what your own wedding will realistically require. The problem is that those numbers rarely tell you what your wedding will cost. Wedding budgets vary widely based on guest count, venue, food and

For many couples, the wedding is no longer just a single day. Guests may begin arriving on Thursday or Friday. There is a rehearsal to coordinate, a dinner afterward, perhaps a welcome party for everyone who has traveled to celebrate with you. Then comes the wedding day itself, followed by a farewell brunch before everyone heads home on Sunday. Suddenly, a Saturday wedding has become a four-day experience. And while a great deal of attention goes into planning the wedding day

Aly and George’s Old Edwards wedding was a deeply personal celebration filled with thoughtful design, meaningful details, and a warm mountain guest experience. Some weddings are memorable because every choice feels unmistakably connected to the couple. Aly and George’s celebration at Old Edwards in Highlands, North Carolina, was one of those weddings. Originally planned and designed during the Eventfully Chic by Parris chapter of our company, this celebration remains an impor

Balazs Events has been named one of the Top 3 Wedding Planners in Columbia, South Carolina, following the Three Best Rated 50 Point Inspection.

A thoughtfully planned wedding weekend is about more than the wedding day. Discover how intentional events, seamless logistics and meaningful details create an experience your guests will remember from arrival to farewell.

Meet Parris Balazs, founder of Balazs Events, and discover the story behind her journey, planning philosophy, and the experiences that have shaped more than 150 weddings and events.

When couples begin planning their wedding, it is easy to focus primarily on the visual details. The florals, tablescapes, linens, attire, and overall aesthetic certainly matter, but some of the most memorable parts of a wedding are the elements guests feel rather than simply see. A thoughtful wedding guest experience is often what separates a beautiful wedding from a truly unforgettable one. The truth is, guests begin forming impressions of a wedding almost immediately after

When couples begin planning their wedding, the focus naturally lands on what can be seen. The venue. The florals. The palette. The details that photograph beautifully and define the overall aesthetic. But what your guests will remember most isn’t just how your wedding looked. It’s how it felt. Guest experience is often the most overlooked part of wedding planning, yet it is the element that determines whether a celebration feels effortless, engaging, and truly memorable. At B

Discover the most beautiful venues for tented weddings across Columbia and the South Carolina Midlands, plus expert insights on designing an outdoor celebration that feels refined, comfortable, and unforgettable.

When couples first begin planning a wedding, hiring a full-service planner can look like an added expense. In reality, for well-designed, guest-focused celebrations, it is one of the most strategic financial decisions you can make. At Balazs Events, planning is not simply about timelines and logistics. It is about protecting your investment, guiding decisions with clarity, and ensuring your budget is working intentionally rather than emotionally. Here is what most couples do

Event Styling is the behind the scenes precision that turns beautiful design into a polished, photo ready wedding day. From perfectly aligned place settings to ceremony rows and final detail placement, our team ensures every element looks intentional, elevated, and refined.

Balazs Events is honored to be featured in New York Bride Magazine for Maggy and Kurt’s Valentine’s weekend wedding, a celebration designed with bold romance, rich color, and intentional guest experience.

A timeless reception design at 701 Whaley featuring blue and white florals, candlelight ambiance, and layered tablescape details, captured by Carter’s Creative.