READING TIME: 3 min 58 sec
PUBLICATION DATE: 11/14/2024
UPDATED: 11/14/2024
In the world of wedding planning, few approach the craft with as much authenticity, care, and creativity as Hummingbird Events and Design. For over fifteen years, they’ve been more than just planners—they’ve been storytellers, weaving together unique, heartfelt celebrations that reflect each couple’s journey.
For the founder of Hummingbird Events and Design, wedding planning started as a personal endeavor. “I started Hummingbird Events and Design 15 years ago after planning my own wedding,” Mandy Connor shares. It was her first experience orchestrating a wedding, and she soon realized how powerful the process could be. “Together, we planned a wedding that instead felt deeply personal and authentic to who we were while celebrating and honoring our friends and family.” This journey gave birth to a business devoted to helping couples forego conventions and craft a day that truly represents them.
Mandy Connor recalls, “I immediately wanted to create a planning environment for other couples looking to do the same,” and so began Hummingbird Events and Design. Since then, the team has delighted in bringing clients’ dreams to life with an approach rooted in personalization, creativity, and deep understanding.
For Hummingbird Events and Design, a wedding is not just a day; it’s a story, a memory, and a reflection of the couple's bond. "Our philosophy at Hummingbird Events and Design is ‘authenticity in every detail,’” they explain. Their commitment is evident in each wedding they plan, as they encourage couples to prioritize their personalities and values over traditions. “This should be a celebration of you and your betrothed and everyone that you love most!” Hummingbird’s passion shines through in their work with couples who want their wedding to feel true to themselves.
Hummingbird Events and Design takes pride in its full-service approach, allowing it to immerse in every aspect of a wedding. “The best part about working with us is that everything related to your wedding weekend is included in our planning services,” they say. From the welcome parties to the final brunch, their team is dedicated to every detail, even being available at any hour for clients. They share, “Some of our clients do their best thinking early in the morning or in the middle of the night, and we are happy to support their creativity and clear thinking.”
This flexibility and openness to clients’ needs underscore Hummingbird’s unwavering commitment to creating an unforgettable, stress-free experience. They do not track hours; instead, they are fully invested in the couple’s vision until the very end: “We are simply yours from the day that we begin working together until your last guest has returned home.”
Reflecting on her work, the Mandy Connor recalls many weddings with fondness, but one in particular stands out. “An Indian-Jewish fusion wedding in Costa Rica this past spring jumps out as one of our all-time favorites,” she says. The couple’s celebration was a three-day, culturally rich affair at a private resort in Jaco, Costa Rica, with breathtaking views and an ambiance filled with love, joy, and authenticity.
The event embraced the unique traditions of both cultures with beautifully orchestrated elements. “Modern South-Asian elements... met traditional Jewish elements... in a whirlwind of color and energy.” Guests were treated to a “Welcome Pool Party,” a Haldi ceremony, the Phere, and the Jai Mala, followed by a Jewish wedding ceremony that brought everyone together in an extraordinary blend of cultures. At the end of the night, all of the guests “jumped into the pool and swam until the early hours of the morning.” This unforgettable celebration encapsulated Hummingbird’s ethos of authenticity and connection.
For Hummingbird Events and Design, wedding planning begins with trust and openness. “My approach is to build a relationship of intense trust with my clients,” Mandy Connor explains. By understanding each client on a deep, personal level, Hummingbird can translate their love story into a celebration that feels unique and true to them. She adds, “A great wedding planning adventure involves lots of laughter, intimate storytelling, happy tears, and wildly creative ideas from all parties involved.”
The team also understands that couples can feel pressure from societal expectations or family traditions. They view part of their role as helping clients feel comfortable staying true to their vision. "Far too many couples find themselves feeling overwhelmed by family pressure or societal pressure to host a day that includes traditions that do not resonate with the couple," Mandy Connor reflects.
While Hummingbird Events and Design calls New England home, their reach extends to dream destinations around the world. They have planned celebrations in breathtaking venues like Adare Manor in Ireland, Tenuta Polvaro Vineyard in Italy, and Snowmass Mountain Lodge in Aspen. “While we do plan weddings primarily throughout New England, Costa Rica, Italy, and Ireland, we have had the pleasure of working all across the US and our multilingual team allows us the ability to work comfortably worldwide,” they say. Each venue is chosen for its charm, beauty, and suitability to the couple’s vision, adding an irreplaceable quality to each event.
For couples embarking on their wedding planning journey, Hummingbird Events and Design offers this heartfelt advice: “In every wedding decision that you make, ask yourselves ‘are we staying true to who we are as a couple?’” By focusing on their vision, couples will create a celebration that is truly meaningful and joyful.
From crafting culturally diverse celebrations in Costa Rica to ensuring authenticity in every detail, Hummingbird Events and Design is a guiding light for couples who want their wedding day to feel deeply personal and incredibly memorable. Their journey is a testament to the power of connection, trust, and the magic that happens when you celebrate love in its purest form.
