​​At A. Marie Events & Design, we believe weddings should be more than beautifully planned events—they should be thoughtfully designed experiences that unfold with intention, meaning, and care. Our work is rooted in guiding couples through a planning journey where every detail, atmosphere, and moment comes together to create a celebration that feels seamless, personal, and deeply memorable.
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Founded by Anita Craine, A. Marie Events & Design has been designing refined weddings and destination celebrations since 2005. With a background in hospitality, project management, and destination travel, Anita approaches each celebration with a balance of creative vision and strategic planning—ensuring every experience is thoughtfully curated and flawlessly executed.
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In addition to leading A. Marie Events & Design, Anita Craine also serves as the South Florida Regional Chapter Leader for the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP), where she supports and connects wedding professionals across the region while helping advance excellence within the destination wedding industry.
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As both a destination wedding planner and certified travel advisor, Anita offers couples a uniquely integrated approach to planning celebrations across South Florida, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America, guiding them through both the creative and logistical elements of destination weddings.
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Through thoughtful design, trusted expertise, and calm leadership, Anita and her team create celebrations that allow couples to be fully present—while every detail unfolds beautifully behind the scenes.
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Our Philosophy
At A. Marie Events & Design, we believe the planning process should feel clear, collaborative, and intentional.
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Our role is not to add complexity, but to remove it.
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Through thoughtful creative direction, strategic planning, and calm oversight, we guide our clients through each stage of the design and planning journey with confidence.
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Every decision is made with purpose, ensuring the final celebration reflects not only the client’s vision, but the experience they want their guests to feel.
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What Guides Our Work
Intentional Creativity
Design choices are never arbitrary.
We pursue originality through balance, restraint, and thoughtful curation—creating celebrations that feel elevated while remaining authentic to the couple.
 
Precision & Structure
Excellence lives in the details.
Every element of the planning process is managed with foresight, organization, and respect for the process that brings an event to life.
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Aligned Partnership
The most meaningful celebrations come from strong collaboration.
We value trust, transparency, and open communication, ensuring the planning experience feels supportive and aligned from beginning to end.
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