Dapper Event Design and Production

Led by two gents, Dapper Event Design and Production is a dynamic and innovative event management company based in Phoenix, Arizona. Dapper is fiercely passionate about their clients and with a distinct philosophy revolving around their clients, Dapper events are completely customized and reflect the personality and brand of each couple. From the initial meeting to the final send off, Dapper not only produces unforgettable events, but also orchestrates a fun and engaging experience for each client throughout the planning process.

Meet the Dapper Gents

Alex Wurth, Dapper’s Director of Events and Operations, grew up in the floral and wedding industry and has the keen ability to create an energetic yet cohesive environment with a love for the details. Dapper’s Creative Director, Collin Shepherd, has unparalleled experience living, working, and producing events in 30 countries around the world, which propels his inspiration and ideation to produce unforgettable experiences. With unique event experience and expertise, Alex and Collin fused their passions and interests to launch Dapper in Spring 2016.

The Initial Meeting

When first working with a couple, Alex and Collin find that it is crucial to build a foundation of trust. After a few initial emails or phone calls, the Dapper gents set up an in-person meeting. Alex says, “The initial meeting is essentially a ‘get to know you.’ It’s a bit like dating, everyone is excited and perhaps a little nervous at first.” Nerves are quickly calmed after the Dapper gents carefully listen to their clients’ needs and expectations, and are able to provide the couple with some ideas and advice.

Since the gents are motivated to make the planning process fun for their clients, they like to incorporate fun elements into their initial meetings. One particular activity to help break the ice and generate some inspiration is to show each couple some cards with various images. One image may be an eccentric bridal bouquet with vibrant colors, and the next might be a very traditional white rose bouquet. All aspects of the wedding aesthetics are integrated into the game. Collin says, “This is a fun activity because the couples rank each image and it gives us a chance to see the couple’s personality. It also provides us with a framework from which to build their proposal and design board.”

The Proposal

After meeting with the couple, and before the couple says “I do” to the Dapper gents, Alex and Collin create a comprehensive design board and proposal. Alex explains, “The proposal begins with our understanding of the client’s needs. It’s important that we get it right from the very beginning, which is why we provide them with such a thorough proposal.” In addition to the costs associated with the design and planning fees, the Dapper gents include a design board that provides suggestions from color palettes for the wedding, floral and décor designs, catering menus, suggested venues, and more.

The Timeline

Once the couple approves the proposal, the gents create a customized timeline for the couple. The timeline breaks down all of the many to-dos before the big day. Alex states, “It is often overwhelming for the couple to try and figure everything out that needs to get done, but this is why we break it down week to week, and chip away a little at a time.” Collin adds, “We do as much as we can to take all of the work and stress off of our clients’ plate, while keeping the couple involved and engaged with the important decisions.”

The Dapper Dates

Throughout the months leading up to the wedding, Alex and Collin stay in close contact with the happy couple. Alex explains, “We enjoy going out on Dapper dates with our clients. We find that informal meetings are sometimes the most productive. A trip out shopping with our couple will provide us with more information regarding our couple’s personalities and tastes than any sitdown meeting ever would. We learn so much from these Dapper dates.”

Collin and Alex have even chatted about floral ideas with their clients while visiting the local botanical garden, and thumbed through table linen options while sipping on margaritas at a rooftop restaurant and bar. Alex says, “Let’s be honest, weddings can be stressful, but it’s up to us to make sure our couples are having fun throughout the process and the days leading up to their special day.”

The Big Day

On the most exciting day for the Dapper gents, the wedding day, Alex and Collin are with the couple to create a relaxed atmosphere and to ensure that the couple has a clear mind to take in each and every special moment of the day. As Collin says, “It’s all about our clients and creating a beautiful memory. We will do what it takes to give our couple the special day that they deserve and have been looking forward to for so long.“

From the first scent of a gardenia to the band’s final note, each detail is carefully crafted to produce the ultimate event experience. The Dapper gents strive to combine passion with efficiency, personality with originality, dreams with detail, and perfection with celebration. But for Alex and Collin, it all comes back to the client and ensuring that their experience is just as vibrant, meaningful, and fun as it is for these Dapper gents.

Event Planning Dapper Event Design and Production dappereventdesign.com info@dappereventdesign.com 859-513-0380

Photography Denise Karis Photography DeniseKaris.Com Denise@denisekaris.com 480-567-2262

Rentals Prim Rentals primrentals.com lara@primrentals.com 602-481-6922

Floral Dapper Event Design and Production dappereventdesign.com info@dappereventdesign.com 859-513-0380

Cake Design Sugar Petals Custom Cakes www.sugarpetalscustomcakes.com Sugarpetals2015@gmail.com 480-694-2667