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There’s something magical about Ravello, especially when it’s drenched in vibrant hues of Italian sunshine. This picturesque town, nestled on Italy’s Amalfi Coast embodies the warmth and radiance all of those colors suggest. I recently had the pleasure of returning to Italia for the Engage Summits, held at the stunning Belmond Hotel Caruso, and the […]

Travel, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

June 12, 2024

Basking in the Glow: Ravello: An Engage Summit Experience

There’s something magical about Ravello, especially when it’s drenched in vibrant hues of Italian sunshine. This picturesque town, nestled on Italy’s Amalfi Coast embodies the warmth and radiance all of those colors suggest. I recently had the pleasure of returning to Italia for the Engage Summits, held at the stunning Belmond Hotel Caruso, and the […]

Travel, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

June 12, 2024

Basking in the Glow: Ravello: An Engage Summit Experience

In the world of weddings, where trends come and go with the seasons, maintaining a set of core values provides a compass that guides every decision and design. As a wedding planner who doubles as an equestrian and restaurant owner, my diverse experiences have shaped (and continue to shape!) the unique approach to wedding planning […]

Tips, Wedding Planning

June 5, 2024

The Heart of Planning: Embracing Core Values For a Unique Wedding Experience

In the world of weddings, where trends come and go with the seasons, maintaining a set of core values provides a compass that guides every decision and design. As a wedding planner who doubles as an equestrian and restaurant owner, my diverse experiences have shaped (and continue to shape!) the unique approach to wedding planning […]

Tips, Wedding Planning

June 5, 2024

The Heart of Planning: Embracing Core Values For a Unique Wedding Experience

We are thrilled to share an exclusive look into NFL insider Jay Glazer’s breathtaking elopement on the stunning Amalfi Coast, a feature that has recently graced the pages of PEOPLE magazine. This intimate celebration was nothing short of spectacular, meticulously planned and designed by Michelle and team.  The serene and picturesque setting of Borgo Santandrea […]

Destination Weddings, Elopements, Press Features

May 29, 2024

Featured in People Magazine! Jay + Rosie Glazer’s Intimate Amalfi Coast Elopement

We are thrilled to share an exclusive look into NFL insider Jay Glazer’s breathtaking elopement on the stunning Amalfi Coast, a feature that has recently graced the pages of PEOPLE magazine. This intimate celebration was nothing short of spectacular, meticulously planned and designed by Michelle and team.  The serene and picturesque setting of Borgo Santandrea […]

Destination Weddings, Elopements, Press Features

May 29, 2024

Featured in People Magazine! Jay + Rosie Glazer’s Intimate Amalfi Coast Elopement

The Art of Welcome In Italian, “Dare il benvenuto” means to give a welcome that is both warm and filled with delight. This philosophy of heartfelt hospitality was the guiding principle behind the start of a memorable three-day wedding weekend in Chicago, a city renowned for its majestic skyline and vibrant culture. A Stylish and […]

Chicago Weddings, Real Weddings

May 22, 2024

Celebrating with Intention: Kicking Off a Fabulous Wedding Weekend in Chicago

The Art of Welcome In Italian, “Dare il benvenuto” means to give a welcome that is both warm and filled with delight. This philosophy of heartfelt hospitality was the guiding principle behind the start of a memorable three-day wedding weekend in Chicago, a city renowned for its majestic skyline and vibrant culture. A Stylish and […]

Chicago Weddings, Real Weddings

May 22, 2024

Celebrating with Intention: Kicking Off a Fabulous Wedding Weekend in Chicago

I’m overjoyed to share some incredible news with you all today—MDE has been named ‘Best Wedding Planner & Designer’ on the inaugural 2024 Loverly List! This recognition is especially meaningful, considering the competition was fierce, with over 40,000 nominations from talented professionals across the industry. This award isn’t just a personal achievement; it’s a testament […]

Press Features, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

May 21, 2024

Celebrating a Milestone: Best Wedding Planner & Designer on the 2024 Loverly List!

I’m overjoyed to share some incredible news with you all today—MDE has been named ‘Best Wedding Planner & Designer’ on the inaugural 2024 Loverly List! This recognition is especially meaningful, considering the competition was fierce, with over 40,000 nominations from talented professionals across the industry. This award isn’t just a personal achievement; it’s a testament […]

Press Features, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

May 21, 2024

Celebrating a Milestone: Best Wedding Planner & Designer on the 2024 Loverly List!

Puerto Rico Destination Wedding We recently had the privilege of orchestrating a wedding that was nothing short of magical for Gena and Fitz, beginning with a celebration set against the lush backdrop of a rainforest hacienda for their rehearsal dinner + welcome party in Puerto Rico. This celebration was infused with the vibrant spirit of […]

Destination Weddings, Real Weddings

May 15, 2024

A Tropical Dream: Gena & Fitz’s Enchanted Wedding in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Destination Wedding We recently had the privilege of orchestrating a wedding that was nothing short of magical for Gena and Fitz, beginning with a celebration set against the lush backdrop of a rainforest hacienda for their rehearsal dinner + welcome party in Puerto Rico. This celebration was infused with the vibrant spirit of […]

Destination Weddings, Real Weddings

May 15, 2024

A Tropical Dream: Gena & Fitz’s Enchanted Wedding in Puerto Rico

Michelle Durpetti Events is incredibly proud to have produced this wedding in Amalfi earlier this week! An intimate elopement with stunning views and the sweetest couple, Jay Glazer and Rosie Tenison. Thank you to People for publishing the exclusive first look, see more below! As published on People.com on May 9, 2024. Fox NFL Sunday’s Jay […]

Destination Weddings, Elopements, Real Weddings

May 9, 2024

Fox NFL Sunday’s Jay Glazer Marries Rosie Tenison in ‘Dream’ Wedding on Italy’s Amalfi Coast

Michelle Durpetti Events is incredibly proud to have produced this wedding in Amalfi earlier this week! An intimate elopement with stunning views and the sweetest couple, Jay Glazer and Rosie Tenison. Thank you to People for publishing the exclusive first look, see more below! As published on People.com on May 9, 2024. Fox NFL Sunday’s Jay […]

Destination Weddings, Elopements, Real Weddings

May 9, 2024

Fox NFL Sunday’s Jay Glazer Marries Rosie Tenison in ‘Dream’ Wedding on Italy’s Amalfi Coast

The wedding industry is not immune to change in today’s ever-evolving world. I’m addressing a few valuable insights concerning wedding pricing and why things feel like they do here in the industry.  Why Are Weddings Becoming More Expensive? 1. Growth and Expertise Demand Higher Prices Firstly, it’s essential to acknowledge that every profession in the […]

Destination Weddings, Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

April 10, 2024

Understanding the Rising Costs in the Wedding Industry: A Necessary Evolution

The wedding industry is not immune to change in today’s ever-evolving world. I’m addressing a few valuable insights concerning wedding pricing and why things feel like they do here in the industry.  Why Are Weddings Becoming More Expensive? 1. Growth and Expertise Demand Higher Prices Firstly, it’s essential to acknowledge that every profession in the […]

Destination Weddings, Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

April 10, 2024

Understanding the Rising Costs in the Wedding Industry: A Necessary Evolution

Welcoming a new baby is a joyous occasion, and we had the immense pleasure and privilege of planning one for former MDE team member Hannah and her baby girl, set to arrive in just a few weeks!  What a joy to celebrate this beautiful Mamma and help bring to life a day where she and […]

Baby Shower, Intimate Events, Milestone Parties

April 3, 2024

Celebrating the Arrival of a Baby K: A Baby Shower for the Books! 

Welcoming a new baby is a joyous occasion, and we had the immense pleasure and privilege of planning one for former MDE team member Hannah and her baby girl, set to arrive in just a few weeks!  What a joy to celebrate this beautiful Mamma and help bring to life a day where she and […]

Baby Shower, Intimate Events, Milestone Parties

April 3, 2024

Celebrating the Arrival of a Baby K: A Baby Shower for the Books! 

Happy Easter, Buona Pasqua amici miei! Easter Sunday is this week and with it comes spring, the return of baseball and so many good things that tell us we made it through winter! We are currently underway with 5 events over the next 6 weeks in THREE countries! We couldn’t be more excited. But first, […]

Holidays

March 29, 2024

Celebrating Easter Sunday

Happy Easter, Buona Pasqua amici miei! Easter Sunday is this week and with it comes spring, the return of baseball and so many good things that tell us we made it through winter! We are currently underway with 5 events over the next 6 weeks in THREE countries! We couldn’t be more excited. But first, […]

Holidays

March 29, 2024

Celebrating Easter Sunday

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