Charleston & Savannah Wedding Planner
Translating Sentimentality into Tangible Design
Redefining Event Planning Through Narrative Design
Port Town Collective isn’t just a wedding planning company. We’re creative directors who turn celebrations into living, cinematic stories.
No one should have to plan their wedding alone. No one should have to figure it out on the go, hoping everything comes together. Our white-glove, concierge approach eliminates stress, giving you one contract, one point of contact, and a seamlessly orchestrated team of the best artisans. The result? A celebration that feels effortless for you, yet unforgettable for everyone who attends.
With a background in history, art direction, and experiential production, we design immersive, detail-rich events that feel like stepping into a romantic film set, where every element, from heirloom-inspired details to atmospheric lighting, is curated to reflect your narrative.
Our Clients Describe Our Work as “Transformative,” “Immersive,” and “Exceptional in Every Detail.”
Your Wedding Will Be, Too. 
As a luxury wedding planning and design firm, we pride ourselves on delivering a flawless experience, from inquiry to “I do.” We listen to your vision, create an easy-to-follow plan with monthly meetings and guided decision-making processes, and communicate directly with every vendor.
Working with Port Town Collective is a truly in-house experience. We source each detail, curate a list of top-notch vendors, and handle every contract.
You give us your wildest dream for your event, and we make it happen. Every time.
The Golden MethodWe call it the Golden Method for a reason. Our tried-and-true concierge planning process takes you from imagining your dream wedding to experiencing it.
Step One: The Introduction
The moment you inquire, we schedule an introductory call where you can share your vision and get to know us. We’ll ask you questions to get to the heart of your event, taking note of your personalities, traditions, and desires. We will also discuss the range for the investment and determine whether we are the best team to bring your vision to life.
Step Two: Aligning on Your Vision
After our call, we will build a vision board based on what you’ve shared. This allows you to imagine what your event will look like, and it is often when we see our clients start getting excited for their wedding! If the vision board aligns with your goal, we request a calendar hold to secure your date as we begin building an all-inclusive proposal customized to your needs.
The calendar hold will show as fully credited to your forthcoming proposal.
Step Three: Your Comprehensive Proposal
Our comprehensive proposal process is truly what sets us apart. We assemble a team of carefully vetted partners who share our standard for perfection, ensuring an effortless experience. In the proposal, you’ll find every design element and associated vendor clearly outlined with their respective investments. Once the proposal is sent, we kindly request feedback within 48 hours. This proposal includes everything required to make your wedding vision come to life.
For events being planned within six to 18 months, a 50% deposit is required at signing. For events being planned within 90 days, full payment is due at signing.
Step Four: Monthly Check-Ins
The moment your proposal and contract are signed, we begin building your one-of-a-kind event! We will schedule monthly meetings to maintain clear communication throughout the entire planning process. We discuss our fool-proof planning strategy, answer all of your questions, and happily discuss any changes, challenges, or new ideas that arise. You also get unlimited access to a personal liaison who is available to answer any questions that come up between our scheduled meetings.
As your wedding day draws closer, we will easily tackle the inevitable last-minute changes. At the 90-day mark, we require a percentage payment, and at 30 days, we need a guaranteed guest count. We also finalize all decisions and secure any outstanding payments.
Step Five: Your Wedding Day
When you close your eyes the night before your wedding, you’ll open them to an enchanted world. While you’re getting dressed, we’re creating magic. The Port Town Collective team and our partners handle setting up at your venue, fully executing your event, and managing every detail throughout the day. And while you drive off into forever, we take care of vendor payments, rental returns, and the clean-up process. Everything is handled for you so you can be fully present, immersed in the magic of your wedding day.
Every Port Town Collective wedding is custom-designed from the ground up. Because of this, there is no standard wedding budget. Our clients are typically investing in more than a single event, and are creating an experience for their guests.
One that may include welcome parties, farewell brunches, custom installations, live entertainment, transportation, elevated food and beverage programs, and highly personalized design elements.
Your Investment-
Typically beginning around $75,000
These celebrations allow for thoughtful design, exceptional hospitality, and a curated vendor team. Signature Weddings are ideal for couples who want a wedding that feels personal, beautiful, and effortlessly executed. -
Typically beginning around $150,000
For couples who want to create an immersive guest experience. Wedding Weekends often include multiple events, custom production elements, elevated entertainment, and highly personalized design woven throughout the entire celebration.
As a general guideline, our clients typically invest at least $750 per guest in their overall wedding experience. While every celebration is unique, this provides a helpful starting point when planning your budget.
“HIS PROFESSIONALISM AND CREATIVITY ARE SECOND TO NONE”
Working with Josh & Port Town Collective makes my job so much easier. His professionalism and creativity are second to none that I have worked with in Savannah. From the early planning stages of an event to the post-party tear down, Josh is on-site, leading his team and coordinating with all the working parts of an event; catering, rentals, florists, the bar, entertainment, ect. I appreciate his artistic flair to showcase my food. His events are top notch!
Susan Mason, Owner of Susan Mason Catering
Frequently Asked Questions
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Planning a wedding is difficult, and no one should have to do it alone. You have to make countless decisions, find and hire vendors, source materials, and try to stay within budget, all while living your normal life. A wedding planner manages all the details for you, so that you can enjoy your engagement without being stressed and overwhelmed.
Hiring a wedding planner means you have a dedicated professional ensuring every aspect of your wedding is perfect, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: celebrating your love and creating lasting memories.
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When you work with us, you’re not just getting a wedding planner. You’re partnering with a creative agency that will elevate your event beyond recognition. With our attention to detail, bespoke offering, and commitment to making your dreams a reality, PTC sets the standard for entertaining.
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We are mid-career wedding industry professionals with over 100 weddings and luxury events under our belt. We specialize in crafting elegant, nostalgic experiences with a strong influence from classic films. Each wedding we design is a unique blend of timeless beauty and cinematic inspiration, tailored to reflect the couple’s authentic love story. PTC emphasizes creating events that are not only visually stunning but also fun and memorable for everyone involved.
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We believe in the power of collaboration. While we are a small team, you’ll benefit from a highly personalized experience working directly with our core members. We also partner with a trusted network of third-party vendors, carefully selected to align with our values and aesthetic. This collective approach ensures you have a dedicated, skilled team behind every detail of your wedding.
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Couples typically spend about 150-300 hours working with PTC over the course of their engagement, depending on the level of service they choose. For full-service planning, this time includes meetings, venue visits, vendor coordination, and phone calls and emails with us. For partial planning or month-of coordination, the time commitment is usually less, ranging from 50-100 hours.
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Port Town Collective is based in Savannah, Georgia. We travel nationally and internationally, as well as happily plan destination weddings here in our home city. Do you have an event in mind? We want to hear about it!
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We are highly selective with the weddings we plan. The number of weddings we plan per year changes based on our clients’ needs. Our first priority is making sure we can be fully present and give the best of our skills to each of our clients.
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For full and partial planning, never. Your wedding deserves our full attention. Our entire team will be hands-on on the day of your wedding.
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Yes! We love planning all of the celebrations along the path to your wedding.
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Wedding planning fees are typically 20% of the total wedding budget. Our packages begin at $2,500, but our proposals are completely custom, designed for your specific vision. While we cannot provide estimates until we connect with vendors and confirm supply lists, we are happy to discuss whether we think your budget will cover the wedding you are picturing. For specific pricing, we will need to build your custom proposal.
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We strive to accommodate most budget sizes. We offer customizable packages and flexible pricing to ensure you get the best value for your money. We even help prioritize your expenses, find cost-effective solutions, and create beautiful designs that reflect your vision without compromising quality. We often use items from our own (extensive) inventory to help subsidize costs.
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The attention to detail we put into your event applies to your budget as well! We prioritize transparency and meticulous budget management. We start by understanding your financial goals, then plan out each detail, sourcing concepts that maximize your budget. We track every expense and provide regular updates to ensure we stay within budget.
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Yes, we can! In fact, we specialize in luxury tent weddings. We love helping couples get married on private property and bring their dreams to life in a place that holds deep personal meaning for them.
