Elevated Events by Shelby
About Elevated Events by Shelby
Elevated Events by SM is a luxury wedding planning and design company run by Shelby McNeil. Shelby grew up in the Hudson Valley and still lives in the area, which gives her local knowledge that planners commuting from the city don’t have. She knows the venues, the vendors, and the quirks of planning events in this region.
Her background includes fashion and business, which shows up in the design-forward approach she takes with weddings. The company targets fashion-forward, design-conscious couples who want their wedding to look and feel like a curated experience rather than a standard event.
Shelby’s personality comes through in her business description — upfront, matter-of-fact, honest. She’s not the planner who tells you everything is fine when it isn’t. That direct communication style works well for couples who want transparency during the planning process rather than sugar-coated updates.
Elevated Events offers full planning, partial planning, and day-of coordination. The full planning service covers design, vendor selection, budget management, timeline creation, and complete day-of management. Shelby creates detailed timelines and templates as part of her process, which keeps the planning organized and gives couples clear visibility into where things stand.
The company has 32 reviews on WeddingWire with praise for Shelby’s professionalism, organization, and calm demeanor. Reviewers consistently highlight her dedication and her ability to exceed expectations.
Based in the Albany area, Shelby serves the Hudson Valley, New York, New Jersey, and the broader East Coast. For couples planning at a Hudson Valley wedding venue or a Catskills wedding venue who want a planner with local roots and a luxury design sensibility, Elevated Events brings both.
Contact & Details
- Website: elevatedeventsbysm.com
- Instagram: @elevatedeventsbysm
- Email: shelby@elevatedeventsbysm.com
- Service Area: Hudson Valley, Albany, New York, New Jersey, East Coast, destinations
- Based in: Albany, New York
Services Offered
- Full Wedding Planning
- Partial Planning
- Day-of Coordination
- Wedding Design
- Vendor Referrals
- Timeline Management
- Rehearsal Coordination
- Budget Management
Real Weddings with Elevated Events by Shelby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elevated Events by Shelby based in the Hudson Valley?
Yes. Shelby grew up in the Hudson Valley and is based in the Albany area. She has deep local knowledge of venues and vendors throughout the region, which is a practical advantage for planning logistics.
What's Shelby's planning style?
Luxury and design-forward with a direct communication style. She creates detailed timelines and templates, and she’s transparent throughout the process. Her fashion and business background influences a curated aesthetic approach.
What is the difference between a wedding planner and a day-of coordinator?
A full planner helps with everything from venue selection and vendor hiring to design and budget management, starting months before the wedding. A day-of coordinator takes over the timeline and logistics for the actual wedding day and usually comes on 4-6 weeks before to review details. Partial planning falls in between.
How far in advance should I hire a wedding planner?
For full planning, hire 12-18 months before the wedding. For partial planning, 9-12 months. For day-of coordination, 4-6 months minimum, though earlier is better since popular coordinators book out.
Looking for a planner/coordinator for your Hudson Valley wedding? Get in touch — I’m happy to share more about my experience working with Elevated Events by Shelby and other recommended vendors in the region.