- Since -
- 2011 -
wedding planning | design & styling
MICHELLE ELAINE
FOUNDER.
MOTHER.
WIFE.
Michelle lives in Brooklyn with her husband John, their beautiful son Nolan, and their beloved dog Chippy. With nearly 15 years of experience, Michelle’s unwavering commitment to creating unforgettable, meaningful events continues to define her work.
LITTLE-KNOWN FACTS
- Michelle has run the NYC Marathon 5x.
- Her favorite time of year is Christmas.
- Nolan was ironically born 7 days before Christmas.
- Michelle studied fashion in Paris.
- She sang in a Gospel Choir.
- Doughnuts make her happy.
- Michelle's favorite movie is Mrs. Doubtfire.
- She doesn't drink coffee and may be a unicorn!
Michelle Elaine Oley’s longtime career in hospitality began in 2008 with an internship under renowned wedding planner David Tutera. After graduating, she took on a role as a Catering Sales Manager, initially viewing it as a stepping stone while pursuing a career in fashion. However, her work in catering revealed her true passion for event planning, particularly weddings. In 2011, she took the leap and founded Michelle Elaine Weddings.
Over the years, she faced challenges in building a trusted reputation, but her hard work paid off in 2016 when Michelle Elaine Weddings gained national attention after being featured on Say Yes to the Dress with Randy Fenoli. Her work has since been recognized by top wedding blogs such as Style Me Pretty, BRIDES, and Martha Stewart Weddings.
Today, Michelle continues to focus on a select number of events each year, providing exceptional service with a personal touch. She has expanded her offerings to include intimate celebrations while maintaining the high standards her clients have come to expect.
5/5
100+
13
star reviews across the lifetime of the co.
EVENTS planned, designed & executed
years in business
"We chose Michelle as our full service wedding planner largely because she only takes on a few weddings a year. We wanted 'true' full service and Michelle delivers that and more. She makes you feel as if you are the only bride she's working with and gives everything 110%."
-Katherine & Davis
