I have planned and designed weddings across a wide spectrum of styles and settings — from timeless luxury celebrations to intricate multicultural gatherings and destination weekends that unfold over several unforgettable days. With each celebration, my understanding has deepened. Not just of design, but of people. Of family dynamics. Of logistics. Of the quiet moments that matter just as much as the grand ones.
Experience has taught me that true excellence is not about perfection. It is about presence. It is about anticipating what you need before you have to ask. It is about carrying the details with steady confidence, so you are free to carry the joy.
Over time, this work has shaped me just as much as I have shaped it. Years of planning and designing weddings have refined not only my eye for detail, but my ability to guide, support, and lead with calm confidence.
Not the kind you read about in fairytales, but the kind you feel in real life. The way two people look at each other when no one else is watching. The quiet breath before a ceremony begins. The overwhelming joy that fills a room when love is being celebrated. Even as a little girl, I was captivated by weddings. The gowns, the beauty, the romance, yes. But more than anything, it was the love at the center of it all that stayed with me.
That early fascination slowly grew into something more meaningful. A deep desire to create celebrations that feel as powerful and unforgettable as the love they honor. Today, as the founder of Designer Weddings by Carly Rose, I blend that same sense of wonder with 17 years of hands-on experience, thoughtful design expertise, and a calm, reassuring presence that allows my couples to feel supported and completely at ease.
I have always believed in magic
Behind every celebration I create is a story, and this one is mine.
From our first conversation to the final dance, I am steady, present, and fully in your corner.
I want you to feel like you can exhale. To know that you don’t have to carry every decision, every timeline, every moving piece on your own. I am here to guide you thoughtfully, to listen closely, and to help you navigate this process with clarity and calm. I care about the details, of course. But I care just as much about how you feel along the way. I pay attention to what matters to you. I notice the dynamics. I anticipate what you might need before you have to ask. So you can relax. So you can enjoy this season. So you can trust that everything is being handled with intention and heart.
When you choose to work with me, you’re not just hiring a planner. You’re inviting someone into one of the most meaningful seasons of your life. And I do not take that lightly.
how i work with my couples
I am, at heart, a hopeless romantic.
When I’m not immersed in wedding days, I’m either traveling, spending time at Disney with my husband, or at home with our puppy and dreaming about my next adventure. Barcelona is my favorite place in the world, and exploring new cultures continually inspires the way I see design, detail, and the feeling a celebration can hold. Travel has a way of opening my eyes, and so much of that inspiration finds its way into the weddings I create. I have always loved pink, and flowers truly speak my language. They are often the heartbeat of the celebrations I create. I thrive in the beautiful chaos of a wedding day, yet in my own life I value calm, order, and meaningful connection.
The first dance will always be my favorite part of a wedding. There is something about that moment — when the music begins and the rest of the room seems to disappear — that feels like pure magic.
more about me
Spain
France
Italy
Morocco
Ireland
Thailand
Vietnam
Tanzania
Ireland
China
Japan
Peru
Dream Wedding Planning Destinations
Bucket List Travel Destinations
Not once did I feel stressed about having an out of state wedding. We had a 4 day West Indian wedding. It was so important to us to work with a wedding planner who understood our culture and Carly was a pro…she already knew all the ins and outs! What truly makes Carly amazing is her ability to read your mind. She always knows what you’re thinking and she will truly bring your vision to life. She will make your Pinterest board a reality! I still find myself looking at our wedding photos daily and can’t believe how every little detail came to life. I am so pleased with all of the vendors who were recommended by Carly. She understands your style and vision and will match you with a perfect team. Our wedding would have never been possible without her and I am so thankful for both her and her team of vendors!
Justin & Madhavi
"Carly and her team were absolutely amazing."
Carly herself was extremely communicative and she always made sure to let me know what I needed to get done on my side (which was not a lot thanks to her.) Additionally, Carly was understanding when I felt overwhelmed or worried about the wedding and would take time to talk me through it/problem solve. Not to mention the wedding itself was drop dead gorgeous. Carly made sure every detail was perfect and included suprised throughout the two day event. The whole thing genuinely felt like a wedding that I could have only dreamt of. My parents even cried when they saw the reception hall for the first time. If you want to do a Fusion wedding and have it look breathtaking I would 100% recommend Carly and her team.
Akash & Ashley
"Carly was an absolute dream to work with."
I cannot even begin to explain how incredible Carlisha was! Not only did she give us our dream wedding, she made it better than I ever could’ve imagined. It is as if she read my mind. She was always just a phone call or text message away, and was extremely helpful anytime I needed her guidance. Our wedding was the most perfect day I’ve ever experienced, it felt like a dream. To this day I still can’t stop looking at photos. She made the entire planning process so easy and stress free. All of her recommendations as well were spot on. She knows exactly what she is doing and was born for this!
jason & Yasmin