The hearts behind the details: Summer ‘26 Collection
- Balbina Quintanilla
- 11 hours ago
- 5 min read
At Alexandra Madison Weddings, every celebration is brought to life by a team of thoughtful creatives working behind the scenes to make each moment feel effortless and unforgettable. Our Summer 2026 team is a group of talented, driven individuals who share a deep passion for weddings, storytelling, design, and the meaningful details that make each celebration truly unforgettable.
In this post, we’re introducing the people who help bring each wedding to life—from the first planning conversations to the final details on wedding day. Get to know the team behind the magic, what inspires them, and the unique perspective each person brings. We’re so excited to have them as part of the Alexandra Madison Weddings team this summer and can’t wait for you to get to know them!
Photography: @emilimaephotography
Lead Planners
Planning Assistants
Anna Taylor- Executive Planning Assistant
Anna Taylor is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Raleigh, NC. She describes her dream wedding as intentional, extra, and of course—pink! Her favorite cake flavor is lemon because she loves the mix of citrus with sweet vanilla buttercream. Anna’s favorite part of being on the team is meeting new teams each semester and seeing all the final details come to life at the reception.
Mimi DeMasi- Executive Planning Assistant
Mimi DeMasi is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Irmo, SC. She describes her dream wedding as church, draping, and trees. Her favorite cake is traditional vanilla because it feels timeless. Mimi’s favorite part of being on the team is seeing how each wedding is unique and special for every couple.
Special Orders
Lisa DeGise- Special Orders
Lisa DeGise is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Hillsdale, NJ. She describes her dream wedding as intimate, rustic, and outdoors. Her favorite cake is vanilla with chocolate frosting. Lisa’s favorite part of being on the team is executing weddings and seeing each vision come to life.
Claire Perkinson- Executive Planning Assistant
Claire Perkinson is a sophomore at Anderson University from Columbia, SC. She describes her dream wedding as elegant, coastal, and whimsical. Her favorite cake flavor is anything with a vanilla and raspberry combination. Claire loves being part of the team because she gets to work with such a fun, supportive, and encouraging group, and finds it incredibly rewarding to see all the hard work come together on wedding day.
Marketing Team
Ella Helt- Marketing Coordinator
Ella Helt is a junior at the University of South Carolina from Charlotte, NC. She envisions a wedding that feels classic, timeless, and inspired by the Low-country. Her favorite cake is carrot cake for its rich, warm flavor. Ella loves being part of AMW because it gives her the opportunity to learn something new every day and build meaningful connections with the girls on the team.
Balbina Quintanilla- Marketing Coordinator
Balbina Quintanilla is a senior at Clemson University from Lexington, SC. She envisions her dream wedding as timeless, chic, and enchanting.Her favorite cake is tres leches because it reminds her of home. Balbina loves being part of the team because she gets to meet amazing people and learn alongside them.
Sadie Bondurant- Marketing Coordinator
Sadie Bondurant is a junior at the University of South Carolina from Richmond, VA. She envisions a dream wedding that is traditional, Low-country inspired, and colorful. Her favorite cake is red velvet because of the rich, moist cake paired with cream cheese frosting. Sadie loves being part of AMW because she enjoys spending time and hanging out with her new friends.
Gracie Arnold- Marketing Coordinator
Gracie Arnold is a junior at the University of South Carolina from Greenville, SC. She envisions a dream wedding that is classic, Southern, and charming. Her favorite cake is strawberry shortcake for its fresh, summery flavor. Gracie loves being part of the team because she enjoys chatting, learning, and growing alongside the marketing girls.
Lanie Painter- Marketing Coordinator
Lanie Painter is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Wilmington, NC. She dreams of a wedding that feels Southern, timeless, and fun. Her favorite cake is vanilla because it’s classic and you can never go wrong with it. Lanie loves being part of the team because she enjoys getting to learn more about the industry.
Miranda Saliva- Marketing Coordinator
Miranda Saliva is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Charleston, SC. She imagines a wedding that feels elegant, European, and perfect for winter. Her favorite cake flavor is vanilla, simply because it’s her personal favorite. What she enjoys most about being on the team is getting to work weddings with her best friends.
Planning Team
Juliette Methot- Planning Coordinator
Juliette Methot is a junior at the University of South Carolina from Greenville, SC. She describes her dream wedding as whimsical, intentional, and festive. Her favorite cake is red velvet because it’s memorable and distinct—plus, who doesn’t love dessert? Juliette’s favorite part of being on the team is coming together with an amazing group of girls to help turn a couple’s vision into an unforgettable experience.
Brennan Green- Planning Coordinator
Brennan Green is a senior at the University of South Carolina from Greenville, SC. She describes her dream wedding as coastal, outdoors, and carefree. Her favorite cake is anything chocolatey because she loves chocolate! Brennan’s favorite part of being on the team is getting close to everyone while learning from them along the way.
Logan Chase- Planning Coordinator
Logan Chase is a senior at Clemson University from Charlotte, NC. She describes her dream wedding as classy, traditional, fun, and romantic. Her favorite cake is sweet potato cake from Greenville because it’s unique, incredibly moist and dense, and even better with cream cheese icing. Logan loves being part of the team for the experience and the chance to meet new people, build connections, and form lasting friendships.
Kate Williams- Planning Coordinator
Kate Williams is a junior at the University of South Carolina from Savannah, GA. She describes her dream wedding as Low-country, backyard, and intimate. Her favorite cake is vanilla because you can never go wrong with a classic. Kate’s favorite part of being on the team is getting to scroll through Pinterest for hours.
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