Your Questions, Answered
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Yes — Esse Events is both a boutique wedding planning studio and a floral design house. You can book planning, florals, or both together. When you work with us for both, the design process is more cohesive and the day runs smoother. One team, one vision, one less thing to coordinate.
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We are queer-owned and queer-centred. Every couple who comes to Esse is celebrated fully — LGBTQ+ couples, non-traditional ceremonies, all expressions of love. This is not a checkbox for us. It's who we are.
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Full wedding planning starts from $4,000 and includes everything from vendor bookings to day-of direction. Partial planning — our Partner In Planning package — starts from $3,000 and covers key planning milestones with full day-of support. A 30% deposit secures your date.
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We're based in Atlanta, Georgia, and serve Atlanta, Decatur, and all of Georgia — and beyond for the right event. If you're not sure whether we travel to your location, reach out and we'll let you know.
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We recommend reaching out 9–12 months ahead, especially for spring and fall dates. We keep our calendar intentionally small so every client gets our full attention. The earlier you reach out, the better your options.
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Absolutely. Elopements are one of our favourite things to work on. We offer both planning support and florals — our Just the Two of You floral package starts at $350 and is designed specifically for intimate ceremonies, courthouse vows, and private celebrations.