An Elevated
Desert Experience
Creating elevated, unexpected events for desert-loving couples that are thoughtfully planned, brilliantly designed, and embrace the natural beauty of the Southwest.
Our Services
From full wedding planning to coordination, vendor suggestions to complete wedding design, we’re excited for the opportunity to build the wedding of your dreams.
We pride ourselves on crafting a day that is as authentic as your love story.
OUR VISION
OUR VISION
OUR VISION
OUR VISION OUR VISION OUR VISION
At Black Tie Optional, we envision a future where luxury wedding planning is approachable, personalized, and deeply intentional. As we grow into a nationally recognized brand, we’re not only curating unforgettable celebrations - we’re building a legacy. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, creativity, and genuine joy, and we are committed to celebrating love in all its forms with heart, excellence, and style.
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We are the Southwest’s most client-centric planning company, where couples go to feel heard, inspired, at ease, and to create unforgettable events.
Portfolio
From the Red Rocks of Sedona, to the sleek sophistication of Scottsdale resorts, and everything in between. Get inspired for your big day with examples of our work.
Awards & Recognitions
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Our client dashboard
A sneak peek into our planning dashboard that is customized just for you. With amazing features such as our monthly checklist, venue layout mapping, financial allocations, and so much more, we’ll help you stay on track every step of your planning journey.
Compliments From Our Couples
“I would have lost my mind without Chelsea and her team to help us through the difficulties of planning a wedding. She is truly in love with her craft and strives to make sure you are content in every way. We couldn’t have pulled off everything we did without them and thank them from the bottom of our hearts. If you’re looking for an amazing wedding planner then rest assured that your search can begin and end right here with Chelsea and BTO Events!“
- Kennedy + Bryce
Meet Our Founder
When our founder Chelsea was planning her wedding to Fernando, they were adamant about their day being off-the-beaten-path. They wanted something intimate, in an unexpected location, that really showed off Arizona's stunning landscapes. It was important that the entire weekend be thoughtfully designed with the guest experience in mind from start to finish. Chelsea created BTO to give couples from all over the world the same design-centric experience, so they can immerse themselves in the pure joy of their wedding day, instead of the stresses of planning it.
OUR PROCESS
OUR PROCESS
OUR PROCESS OUR PROCESS
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To set up your complimentary discovery session, please fill out the inquiry form on our Contact page.
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During our 30-minute discovery session, we will get to know you and your vision for your wedding day so we can recommend the services that best suite your needs.
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Planning begins. We’ll strategize on the layout of the space, craft the perfect wedding day timeline, and use our amazing planning dashboard to stay on-track and organized every step of the way.
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It’s wedding day! You blissfully sip champagne in your getting-ready suite because you know BTO is executing every detail to a T.