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People are drawn to her warm, welcoming spirit and her genuine, heartfelt approach. She’s happiest spending time with her family or baking cookies, cakes, and anything sweet. And while you might be surprised to learn she’s run the NYC Marathon five times—if you’ve met her, you (very likely) already know!
NYC | Hamptons
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One of NYC's Most Trusted Planners
Michelle approaches each celebration with the trained eye of a designer and the heart of a host. Guided by intuition, style, and an unwavering standard of care, she creates experiences where beauty and emotion exist in perfect harmony. A creator at her core, Michelle’s background in fashion taught her to see beyond trends—to understand how color, texture, and proportion can evoke feeling. That same sensibility defines the way she designs today: with intention, balance, and heart.
Tulips, Peonies & Hydrangeas
Dresses with bows
Literally anything that's pink
Chilled Glass of Rosé
A Freshly Baked Doughnut
Proud LIM College alumna, Michelle was distinguished as one of a select few to study fashion in Paris.
Not exactly—but they did first meet in high school; 2001. You'll have to ask Michelle for the whole story!
You had to know this was going to be highlighted! 2023; Michelle's most memorable finish line.
Christmastime
Michelle has an innate gift for connecting with people and understanding, on a deep level, what it takes to create celebrations that truly resonate. Her legacy will be defined not by the events themselves, but by how she makes others feel—heard, cared for, and genuinely cherished.
- VON AND JORDAN
I cannot speak highly enough of Michelle Elaine. She takes each of her weddings extremely seriously - and personally. She stays on top of everything to a point we didn't think possible. Michelle is clearly doing what she loves, and it shows in her work.
- Joanna and Gabe
Michelle was everything we could have hoped for, and so much more. She brought a highly vetted network of vendors to the table, helped us understand different tradeoffs based on our priorities and budget, and was thorough, patient, and fully transparent while advocating on our behalf.
- Daniella & Jason; Bedford Post Inn
"Michelle stood out because of her instantaneous transparency, honesty and professionalism in providing a clear roadmap of what her services included."