OUR FOUNDER

Essence Pugh

CEO & Luxury Event Designer

Essence Pugh, is a Greenville, SC Native. She resides in Simpsonville with her husband and three children. Essence found her passion in events about 15 years ago. She started with small events, family functions, dinners, family vacations – you name it, she was the one! In 2009 she had the opportunity to plan one of the best events, her wedding! Through the process Essence learned that she had acquired skill sets in corporate America that were transferable to make events outstanding. She married the man of her dreams in May 2010 and enjoyed every moment of the wedding due to the proper planning. Soon after the wedding, Essence had many people making comments like “That was the best wedding I have ever been too!”, “I can’t believe everything started on time”, “WOW, you were able to have fun and you planned and decorated it”! She soon realized that everyone wasn’t experiencing the same for such a special day. This is what birth her passion for planning and decorating weddings, life, and corporate events. Essence, believe that it is critical that everyone has the same opportunity to celebrate life and create lasting memories without the stress. More than likely, if you are on the planning committee, the cousin, sister, friend that has raised your hand for this special task or you have decided to DO-IT-YOURSELF, you will not fully enjoy the event that you have planned due to the many tasks, critical attention to detail and staff required to ensure the event is one to remember. Since 2010, Essence has planned many events and everyone still raves about the events she plans. She attributes her success to Exceptional Customer Service, Attention to Detail, and Over the Top Eye for Design. Essence have invested in certifications, training, continued to build relationships with new and existing clients, and remained willing to learn which has led to where she is today! She is currently Behind the Veil Certified, Floral Encounter Master Class Certified , and has her Wedding Planning Certification through Greenville Technical College. While planning and designing Essence held a full-time senior role at one of America’s largest banking institutions. Recently in June 2018, Essence had the opportunity to become an entrepreneur full- time. Since then Essence has opened a new event venue in Simpsonville, SC and has hosted 100+ Events. Essence is passionate about her faith, family and business and gives every client her absolute best.Essence and her team creates one of a kind events! She is passionate about each event, covering every detail. We can’t wait to see the look on your face when you see the magical transformation we create for your special event. We will create a design that will bring your dream to life.