About Us
DESIGN.
INTENTION.
EXPEREINCE.
EXECUTION.
Artfully designed and deeply personal, our events balance refined aesthetics with seamless execution—creating celebrations that feel effortless, elevated, and distinctly unforgettable.
ABOUT THE company
Lauryn Prattes Events is a luxury event planning and design studio creating celebrations with depth, beauty, and intention. Drawing inspiration from interiors, fashion, and travel, our work balances refined design with thoughtful execution—resulting in events that feel layered, personal, and quietly unforgettable. Each celebration is crafted to reflect not just how it looks, but how it feels to be there.
about lauryn prattes
Lauryn Prattes is the founder and creative director of the brand, with more than 18 years of experience designing luxury weddings and events worldwide.
Recognized as a top event planner by Over the Moon, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Wed, and Wezoree, reflecting a reputation for design-driven celebrations defined by clarity, intention, and impeccable execution.
Specializing in tented and destination events, Lauryn is inspired by the opportunity to shape an environment from the ground up. Each location informs the design narrative, allowing architecture, landscape, and texture to guide the experience. Drawing from fashion and interiors, her work results in events that feel layered, composed, and timeless.
Widely respected within the events industry, Lauryn is known for setting a high standard of professionalism and collaboration, inspiring trust among clients and creative partners alike. She leads a close-knit team she has personally mentored, ensuring every celebration benefits from both seasoned expertise and thoughtful care.
Loves:
Symmetry / Europe energy / Almond shaped manicures / A hotel bathtub / A distinct dress code / Girl dinner (basic but true)
Leigh Biffoni
chief event producer
With over ten years at Lauryn Prattes Events, Leigh is known for her relationship-driven approach and steady presence throughout the planning process. A natural people pleaser with an intuitive understanding of clients, she brings clarity, warmth, and precision to events of all scales, with a particular passion for destination celebrations—especially in Italy.
Loves:
Aperol spritzes at any hour / Post-workout lattes / An intimate dinner party / Thoughtful details / Europe in any form / A really good glass of wine / Neutral palettes / A curated welcome moment
Francesca Leme
chief event producer
With eight years at Lauryn Prattes Events, Francie is known for her exceptional command of tented events and her ability to manage complex logistics with focus and efficiency. Highly detail-oriented and endlessly organized, she thrives on checklists, timelines, and clear execution—bringing structure and momentum to even the most intricate celebrations. Her steady follow-through and problem-solving mindset make her an indispensable force behind events that feel seamless from start to finish.
Loves:
Very dirty gin martini (extra cold, always) / Being in my kitchen / Adding to cart / A new LV passport stamp / Luxury touches that feel effortless / Celebrating life with my favorite people / Caviar topped everything / House music that feels like summer at 2AM / A signature scent / Concierge services / Sarcasm / Solidcore
Mackenzie Wallace
LEAD EVENT PLANNER
Based in New York City, Mackenzie has spent the past five years as an integral part of Lauryn Prattes Events. She excels at building genuine, lasting relationships with clients and approaches each celebration with a fast-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset. With a natural pulse on emerging trends and how today’s clients experience and share events, Mackenzie brings a fresh, modern perspective—ensuring each celebration feels current, personal, and thoughtfully executed.
Loves:
Heated Mat Pilates / Heated Workout Class / Lux Unfiltered Eye Patches / The Cotswolds / Sancerre / Vintage Shopping / Flamingo Estate Tomato Candle / Boutique hotels
OUR FAVORITE TEAM MEMORIES
Behind every beautifully executed event are the moments, memories, and relationships that shape how we work together.
Celebrating our very own Leigh's wedding in Ravello, Italy
A massive 10 day tent install in Florida
Sourcing baguettes in Provence for welcome bags
Testing out the saddle bar stools in Aspen
Always squeezing a team workout in when we are on the road!
Our Style
Our style is design-forward and intentionally layered, drawing inspiration from fashion, interiors, and travel. We favor thoughtful details, strong environments, and a refined aesthetic that feels elevated, personal, and never overdone.
Our Approach
We pair creative vision with meticulous organization. Our process is collaborative yet decisive, allowing clients to feel supported and confident while we guide each event from concept to completion with clarity and ease.
Our Clientele
Our clients appreciate design, trust expertise, and care deeply about the guest experience. They want celebrations that feel personal and distinctive—beautifully executed events that reflect who they are, not what’s expected.
WHAT WE STAN (and stand for)
Well Dressed Guests
Breaking the Rules Softly
Design that Photographs and Lives Well
Main Character Energy
A Hotel with an Aesthetic
Details with Meaning
A Moment Everyone is Talking About
Artfully designed and deeply personal, our events balance refined aesthetics with seamless execution—creating celebrations that feel effortless, elevated, and distinctly unforgettable.
Discover how our vision, process, and expertise come together.
