hi. i’m kara.
Event planning is in my blood. I grew up in a family that always had party rentals and seating plans at every celebration. With an extensive background working in rentals, catering, and venue management - I have a unique understanding of how to plan a seamless
event for all vendors involved.
With that being said, it wasn’t until I actually got married did I understand what planning a wedding was really about. My love for weddings shifted into a new gear. I know the excitement you feel when you get to marry your person. I also know about all of the stressors involved. I know how much it helps to have someone in your corner making sure it goes exactly how you dreamed. That’s why I love taking on all of the tasks. By me handling everything, you can detach from the logistics and concentrate on creating memories.
Event planning is in my blood. I grew up in a family that always had party rentals and seating plans at every celebration. With an extensive background working in rentals, catering, and venue management - I have a unique understanding of how to plan a seamless
event for all vendors involved.
With that being said, it wasn’t until I actually got married did I understand what planning a wedding was really about. My love for weddings shifted into a new gear. I know the excitement you feel when you get to marry your person. I also know about all of the stressors involved. I know how much it helps to have someone in your corner making sure it goes exactly how you dreamed. That’s why I love taking on all of the tasks. By me handling everything, you can detach from the logistics and concentrate on creating memories.
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About Kara Patten Events
What sets your planning style apart from others?
The depth of connection with my couples is my differentiator. I do more than execute logistics perfectly; I get to know my clients so well that I can foresee potential issues and ensure their day is a reflection of their true personalities and desires.
The depth of connection with my couples is my differentiator. I do more than execute logistics perfectly; I get to know my clients so well that I can foresee potential issues and ensure their day is a reflection of their true personalities and desires.
kp q+A
I thrive with couples who prioritize the experience of their wedding day and are excited to collaborate. They come to the table with ideas and opinions, yet offer full trust in my expertise from our first meeting through the final send-off.
What kind of client do
you work best with?
I thrive with couples who prioritize the experience of their wedding day and are excited to collaborate. They come to the table with ideas and opinions, yet offer full trust in my expertise from our first meeting through the final send-off.
kp q+A
We talk it through. I ask pointed questions that encourage couples to stop, breathe, and focus on their priorities. When the details become too dense, I go above and beyond to break down complex decisions into simple, manageable steps.
How do you support couples when things feel overwhelming?
We talk it through. I ask pointed questions that encourage couples to stop, breathe, and focus on their priorities. When the details become too dense, I go above and beyond to break down complex decisions into simple, manageable steps.
kp q+A
I focus entirely on my couples. Whether they want to embrace the latest trends, invent their own style, or stick to a beautifully traditional approach, my priority is ensuring the final look and feel of the wedding day is authentically them.
Do you follow trends, or focus on timeless design?
I focus entirely on my couples. Whether they want to embrace the latest trends, invent their own style, or stick to a beautifully traditional approach, my priority is ensuring the final look and feel of the wedding day is authentically them.
kp q+A
Spending quality time with my husband, Nolan, and our little girl, Birdie. You can find us almost always in Ogunquit, no matter the season.
When you’re not planning weddings, where can we find you?
Spending quality time with my husband, Nolan, and our little girl, Birdie. You can find us almost always in Ogunquit, no matter the season.
kp q+A
"She cares so deeply about her brides and it SHOWS on your wedding day."
"She cares so deeply about her brides and it SHOWS on your wedding day."
“Kara is so much more than a wedding planner or coordinator to us, she is forever family.”
“Kara is so much more than a wedding planner or coordinator to us, she is forever family.”
“Everything and anything you need she is there for.”
“Everything and anything you need she is there for.”
"Everybody needs a Kara for their wedding."
"Everybody needs a Kara for their wedding."
“My husband and I felt so supported and cared for and for that, we are eternally grateful.”
“My husband and I felt so supported and cared for and for that, we are eternally grateful.”
"Kara made my wedding day magical."
"Kara made my wedding day magical."
ideal saturday night.
A date night out in Ogunquit with my husband. We love walking around town or down the Marginal Way, seeing a movie at the Leavitt Theater (we got engaged there, so it’s a special spot) and always end with a night cap of ice cream before heading home.
wedding day must-haves.
My clip board, my custom-made tackle box, coffee (and lots of it), multiple pairs of Frye boots, a fanny pack, and my rock star day-of team.
best planning advice.
Do it together. Don’t count out your partner. It’s their day, too. You might be surprised that there are details they care about and will offer a fresh view. I find couples who plan together are a tad more excited about the big day because it’s really their own.
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
A date night out in Ogunquit with my husband. We love walking around town or down the Marginal Way, seeing a movie at the Leavitt Theater (we got engaged there, so it’s a special spot) and always end with a night cap of ice cream before heading home.
My clip board, my custom-made tackle box, coffee (and lots of it), multiple pairs of Frye boots, a fanny pack, and my rock star day-of team.
Do it together. Don’t count out your partner. It’s their day, too. You might be surprised that there are details they care about and will offer a fresh view. I find couples who plan together are a tad more excited about the big day because it’s really their own.
