We still can’t believe we have been so lucky to have been doing this for over 13 years! We were just two best friends who loved planning events and design, that took a leap of faith and started this business in 2009. We had no idea where it would go but we sure are happy that we hung on for the ride. Countless weddings and events later, here we are. We believe our attention to detail, organization, creativity, calmness, friendship and plain awesomeness have really driven us to where we are today. 

We were so happy to bring on Sara in 2012, Mercer in 2019 and Morganne in 2022 to join our team, we have a fantastic crew! This year we welcomed Tasha to the the team! Additionally, we are always honored to be a part of each and every one of our clients lives, especially on such a big day. It's an amazing feeling to truly contribute to someone’s wedding and see their dreams come true. We love what we do! PS. We are a team of dog & cat lovers as you’ll see, but love all animals - in fact half of our team is vegetarian :)

Ashley speight //Owner - PRINCIPAL Wedding PLANNER 

Ashley is one of our lead planners and co-owner of It's Your Day. Ashley & Christina met in 8th grade history class, and have been BFF's ever since! Ashley's passion for event planning started back in high school as she held the position of Event Coordinator for her DECA club. After high school, Ashley attended WWU where she received a degree in Communication with an emphasis in Event Planning.

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: Wine tasting, reading (I started a book club during the pandemic), traveling (oh I miss it!)

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: DONUTS!

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: Late 90’s and early 2000’s music/pop culture.

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY: The Office followed by Parks & Rec.

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: Hmm...I would have to say a Moscow Mule or a crisp semi-sweet cider.

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES: I have a 4.5 year old daughter named Lennon.

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: Pretty much any of the Woodinville Wineries or Shubert Ho’s Edmonds restaurants!

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: Typically the toasts, they can be so sweet, although sometimes my planner worry mode kicks in when people go on and on too long, getting us behind our timeline! A close second would be the dance party!

N*SYNC OR BACKSTREET BOYS? Gotta say N*SYNC! JT! Although I did see Backstreet Boys at the Tacoma Dome in 8th grade. I can hear it in my head right now...Everybody…(Yeahhh)...Rock your body….(Yeahhhh)!

WEDDING PLANNER BUCKET LIST ITEM: Something with a super elaborate entrance, like a helicopter or riding in on an elephant. Also, would love to be able to plan a wedding celebration that lasts several days!

Sara haverstraw // lead Wedding Planner & DESTINATIONS

Sara is our Bellingham Based Planner at It's Your Day. Throughout her time at Western Washington University, while securing her Business Management degree, Sara was always coordinating, crafting or decorating for some upcoming festivity! Nowadays, she is in the travel industry on the side, but as a flight attendant for a major Seattle airline.

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: Traveling, cooking, hiking, attempting to run, and crafting!

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: It would have to be pie. We had pie at our wedding because I love ALL dessert, and my husband mostly just loves pie. 

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: DISNEY

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY: Outlander, Survivor or Bridgerton! 

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: Is it crazy to pair drinks with activities? If I was snowboarding, there would be no drink option besides a real cold Hefeweizen, fruit garnish is a must. Evening wind down- would be some red wine. Out for a celebratory dinner? I’d go for a Dark + Stormy. 

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES: #1 little guy is our son, Finn. He is 4 years old and the cutest thing I’ve ever seen (super biased). But then, we welcomed baby Owen in March 2022. I’ve also got a chocolate lab- age 4 named Hazel. She’s very spirited and will let you toss a toy for her until your arm falls off. 

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: Stonesthrow Brewery in Fairhaven! Also- Downtime Taps is fun- pour your own brews! 

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: Sending everyone down the aisle! So much anticipation is leading up to this moment- and it’s finally arrived! Also- I just die when flower girls/ring bearers do a slow mosey down the aisle- is there anything better!? 

NSYNC OR BACKSTREET? Nsync- no contest!

WEDDING PLANNER BUCKET LIST ITEM? Oh man- I’m dreaming of a wedding with a waterfall backdrop, or maybe an elaborate winter wonderland. I’m thinking garlands, mulled cider, roaring fireplace, snow flurries outside, sledding after the rehearsal? Maybe a faux fur wrap?

TASHA SOHAR // ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: Kayaking, fishing, hiking and crocheting. I enjoy watching the Sounders & Kraken play! I also love being a mom and spending time with my kids and husband. I’ve been a PNW girl my whole life! 

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: Pies! Even better if there are mini ones for the guests. 

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: Potpourri because years of watching jeopardy will eventually pay off right? Also science & space because I’m nerdy. 

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY:  The Big Bang Theory! 

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: Hot spiked Apple Cider during the fall/winter and Margaritas for spring/summer! 

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES: (LIST YOUR KIDS OR DOGGIES NAMES ETC). I have five kiddos from ages 2-12 that are my world! I also have three cats named Brie, Cheddar and Skarlett.

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: Downtime Taps or District Brewing. 

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: Dancing! I love watching the families and friends all celebrate and have fun together! So much happiness on the dance floor. 

NSYNC OR BACKSTREET?  Definitely team BSB! 

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Christina Fesler //Owner - Lead Wedding Planner & principal DESIGNer

Christina is the other owner of It’s Your Day Events. She is a lead planner as well as lead designer and our creative head in the expressions studio. She spent years being “crafty”, and watched as her hobby turned into her passion. She fell in love with planning weddings; she’s a big romantic! Christina has an extensive background in customer service, and a B.A in Social Psychology.

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: Hot Yoga, creative vegan cooking, graphic design 

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: Cinnamon Rolls. Ooey... Gooey... Cinnamon Rolls. 

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: Movies, pop culture of the late 90’s  

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY: Schitt's Creek. I love you Daniel Levy. 

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: Oh, I’m gonna go seasonal with this one-  Summer - Skinny Margarita (Lime, a bit of orange, Agave, Tequila Blanco 100% Agave) , Fall - Whiskey Sour , Winter - Mulled Spiked Cider, Spring - Bubbles and citrus twists. 

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES:  Sophia is our 5 year old. We also welcomed baby boy Avram the end of March 2022. We are a fur baby household. We have a cat named Cally - she is 13 years old and knows it. In Spring 2021, we adopted an Australian Shepherd puppy, named Roger Sterling.

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: Besides my couch at 8 pm on a weekday and Ashley’s house while our girls play - I’d have to say the Whiskey Shed at McMenamins in Bothell...with my husband.

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: That look of relief when we walk into the bridal suite from the group. The couple knows, and we know...we’ve got this. Also, that moment, when we get to bounce out everyone and let the couple have their moment alone after the ceremony. Okay, ONE last thing, the amazing feeling of collaboration between the vendors on the wedding day. It is awesome to work with our go to vendors, and to partner with new vendors to bring together a fantastic day for our couple. 

NSYNC OR BACKSTREET? Backstreet's back...All right!

Morganne brisson// Associate Planner

Morganne grew up helping her mom plan weddings! A 2018 bride herself, she loves everything about weddings. A Snohomish county native ~ She is also a part time nurse!

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: I love coffee, a good book and rainy days! Bonus points if they all happen at the same time. I also love baseball and strongly believe it's hard to find a better view or night out than at a ballpark!

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: We had strawberry shortcake at my wedding so I may be biased, but it was definitely better than cake!

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: Gilmore Girls for sure, or maybe Sandra Bullock movies

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY: Gilmore Girls or Schitts Creek

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: A homemade Margarita!

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES: No kids yet but we have a cat named Rocket!

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: My husband and I love getting a drink and sitting outside at Overflow Taps in our local Bellingham neighborhood!

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: Ugh, too many! But I do love watching the faces of friends and family while the couple has their first dance. Lots of joy and happiness and many guests reminiscing on their own first dances. Its such a sweet time of peace and reflection during an otherwise busy and scheduled day!

NSYNC OR BACKSTREET? If we're talking childhood boy bands, it’s the Jonas Brothers every time. But if I had to choose it would by NSYNC no doubt.

MERCER BROWN // ASSOCIATE PLANNER

Mercer joined the team in 2019. She is a woman of many talents including running another wedding business of her own, Best Day Ever Decor. Mercer holds a degree from UW, and during the school year, you can find her teaching Math to HS students!

HOBBIES AND WHATNOT: being outside, crafting, playing with my dogs! 

FAVORITE WEDDING CAKE ALTERNATIVE: Definitely cupcakes! Love them!

TRIVIA GENRE YOU COULD PROBABLY WIN AT: Pop culture, music & Harry Potter

TV SHOW I COULD WATCH ALL DAY: I have a lot that I like! The Challenge, Survivor, NCIS

FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE: Margaritas 110% blended though!  

HUMAN OR FUR BABIES: I have 2 dogs; both crazy rescues but I love them, Cole & Bear. I had a baby girl in June 2021, her name is Shay!

FAVORITE LOCAL HANGOUT: I live in Monroe, so this small place named Jeno’s in Monroe, it is an old school bar and restaurant that always has something fun going on

FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING DAY: Watching everything coming together and seeing the excitement of the couple when they see their big day and love for each other coming together. Also watching the fun and dancing at the end is awesome, I love the energy!

NSYNC OR BACKSTREET? Backstreet Boys all the WAYYYY