I’m Alise Taggart–planner, designer, and stylist of luxury weddings in the world’s most exclusive, adventurous locations.

For years, I never thought I was creative. Cut to a country club bartending job in my twenties and dozens of golf course weddings later, and I realized my passion for bringing an event to life—no matter the size or status. From there, my track record as a hopeless romantic stayed consistent: On a trip to Ireland with my best friend, I met my husband at a pub in Belfast on our fifth night in town. 

One whirlwind romance later, I was engaged to an Irishman and planning my own wedding at twenty three. I fell more deeply in love with the process than ever–the dance of symbolism and aesthetics, the magic of a moment, and the thrill of seeing a vision come to pass.

The first years of our marriage were spent in Belfast, where we planted roots shortly after our wedding. There, I approached the wedding world slowly and intentionally, taking every moment to build my expertise, hone my skills, and gather Europe’s most sought after vendors for my creative rolodex. With my feet firmly planted in both continents, I found a sweet spot serving discerning Americans seeking to wed among the rolling hills of Ireland. When my first wedding was published in Vogue, I knew I had found what I was meant to do. 

If you’re looking for a party planning squad complete with headsets, blazers, and binders on your wedding day, that’s not me. Like you, I’m deeply committed to the design and the aesthetic of the experience, but here’s the thing: Your celebration should be one to remember not just for how it looks–but for it feels, too. 

Today, our family is based out of Asheville, North Carolina–though I’m traveling to Europe to design soulful gatherings and unforgettable celebrations more often than not. In the off season, you can find me growing my collection of passport stamps, relaxing with our dogs Arnie and Fionn, and soaking up all the snuggles with our son, Quinn.