faq’s
About hats off EVents co.
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We’re not here to give you a cookie-cutter experience or just check boxes off a to-do list. Hats Off is built on flexibility, transparency, and really listening to what matters most to you. We don’t force a one-size-fits-all process — we meet you where you are, guide you through what’s coming, and make sure you feel seen and supported the whole way. We’re organized, yes — but we’re also real people who get that life doesn’t always fit perfectly into timelines and Pinterest boards. We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. If you’re looking for a planning partner who gets it, that’s us.
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Our logo is personal. It was originally created by my husband for our wedding — a keepsake turned family cattle brand. I wanted something that told a story, and in true Southern fashion, he found a way to turn our initials into a cowboy hat (upside down!). Since I’m a deeply sentimental person, it only felt right to carry that into the business. He even came up with the name Hats Off Events Co. — so yes, this brand is truly built from the heart.
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Hats Off Events is led by me (Reilly!), and yes — I’m involved in every wedding we take on. That said, we’ve built a trusted team of assistants, coordinators, and designers so we can serve each couple with the attention they deserve. Depending on your package and wedding needs, you may hear from or work with different members of our team throughout your planning process — but I’m always in the loop and overseeing the big picture.
We also have lead coordinators who take on weddings independently with the same care and process I’ve built from the ground up. If someone else is leading your day, you’ll know upfront — and they’ll be prepared, looped in, and fully supported behind the scenes. We work as a team because we truly are a team — and that allows us to show up well for more couples without ever sacrificing connection.
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We work with all kinds of couples and celebrations — and we truly mean that. But we tend to click best with people who care deeply about the experience, not just the aesthetics. Whether you’re Type A with a color-coded binder or totally overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, our ideal clients are kind, communicative, and open to collaboration.
We love working with those who want their day to feel like them, not just what’s trending, and who value working with professionals they can trust. If you’re looking for a planning partner who will meet you where you are, guide you with intention, and stay calm when things get messy — you’ll probably love working with us, too.
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We work with a wide range of couples, but we’re especially grateful to serve those who share our values: intentionality, humility, trust, and a deep respect for marriage itself. We love clients who are kind, grounded, excited about collaboration, and more focused on the meaning of the day than the pressure to impress. Whether you’re highly organized or need extra hand-holding, we work best with people who are open, honest, and aligned with how we work — calm, prepared, and relational.
Our business is also rooted in our Christian faith. That doesn’t mean you need to share our beliefs, but we do approach every wedding with prayer, integrity, and a desire to honor the covenant of marriage — not just plan a pretty event. For us, it’s about more than timelines and florals; it’s about creating space for something sacred to unfold.
services and experience
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Yes! We love planning smaller, intentional events just as much as weddings. From bachelorettes and baby showers to proposals, welcome parties, and even corporate gatherings — we bring the same level of detail, design, and care to every celebration. We’re currently developing curated design packages for events like bachelorettes and showers to make the process even more fun and effortless. We especially love taking on weekday events, so don’t hesitate to reach out even if it’s not a traditional Saturday celebration!
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Planning is all about the journey — we’re with you from the early decisions through the full design process, vendor booking, budget conversations, and every moving part in between. Coordination, on the other hand, is about execution. You plan it, we help bring it to life.
With coordination, we typically step in about 4–6 weeks before your wedding to gather the details, connect with your vendors, build your timeline, and manage the day-of logistics so you (and your family) don’t have to.
Planning means we help create the vision. Coordination means we step in to carry it out.
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Technically, yes — we offer a package often referred to as “day-of coordination,” but here’s the honest truth: there’s no such thing as showing up and running a smooth event without prep. In order to execute your wedding well, we begin working together at least 2 weeks in advance.
That window allows us to review your plans, connect with your vendors, finalize the timeline, and ensure nothing gets missed. We’re all about showing up prepared, not just present — and that requires a little lead time to do it right.
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Yes! If you choose a design package through our Canvas x Hats Off branch, we’ll guide you through the entire creative process — from your overall vision down to the smallest detail. We help source rental pieces, create custom signage and stationery, and even design fully custom installations. We’ll work with you to determine what to rent, what to DIY, and what to leave to the pros.
We’re also in the process of building our own curated rental catalog, so you’ll soon have access to exclusive pieces. Every design client receives a personalized design board, design related vendor sourcing and contracting, and hands-on guidance from start to finish.
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We do! We offer custom signage and stationery design for couples who want their details to feel cohesive and personal.
BOOKING & PACKAGES
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For full planning, 9–18 months out is ideal. For coordination or design-only services, we recommend 5–10 months minimum. That said, we do take on a limited number of last-minute events.
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Absolutely. All of our packages are split into 3 payments to keep things manageable. We’re flexible and happy to work with you on timing. We want to be the least stressful part of planning. We are happy to work with your needs on this.
TRAVEL & DESTINATION
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Yes, all the time! We plan events throughout Texas and beyond. Traveling is our bread and butter, and have perfected our remote planning processes. You absolutely don’t need to hire a planner who is local, at least for us! We conduct site visits as needed. Whether it's a mountain elopement or a destination weekend, we're ready to meet you wherever your love story leads.
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Because proximity doesn’t guarantee compatibility. We bring systems, experience, and calm professionalism to every location. With great communication and local vendor research, we can plan confidently no matter the zip code.
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We do! With Reilly’s travel extensive experience (and even living in Australia for a time) It is something we absolutely love doing!
From Greece to California, we love destination work. We handle travel logistics, Full design and planning, time zone communication, and guest flow planning to make it feel effortless.