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On WeddingWire since 2008

The Proper Setting is a wedding planning company based in the Outer Banks in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. We are passionate about helping you plan out every detail of your wedding. Our dedicated professionals will take the time to will work intimately with you to ensure that your wedding perfectly fulfills your vision. Let them find the proper setting for you.

Services Offered

Since The Proper Setting is devoted to making sure your wedding is perfect, we offer a variety of services, from budget analysis to full planning, ensuring that you won’t have to worry about anything on your special day. This team also offers day-of coordination and partial planning services for flexibility. They have experience in planning elopements, religious and non-religious weddings, civil unions, destination weddings, and more.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$2,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$6,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

2
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Reviews of The Proper Setting

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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187 Reviews
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Kerri and her team at The Proper Setting are highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional wedding planning services in the OBX area. The team\'s attention to detail, organization, and industry knowledge made the wedding planning process efficient and stress-free. Reviewers appreciated Kerri\'s expertise in vendor management, communication, and flawless execution on the wedding day, resulting in beautiful, memorable events that exceeded expectations. The team\'s professionalism, care, and helpfulness were highlighted, making them a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and personalized wedding experience.

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Kerri and her team at The Proper Setting are highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional wedding planning services in the OBX area. The team\'s attention to detail, organization, and industry knowledge made the wedding planning process efficient and stress-free. Reviewers appreciated Kerri\'s expertise in vendor management, communication, and flawless execution on the wedding day, resulting in beautiful, memorable events that exceeded expectations. The team\'s professionalism, care, and helpfulness were highlighted, making them a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and personalized wedding experience.

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Jessica M. Sent on 10/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

OBX Wedding Guru

Kerri is AMAZING, period. Professional, honest, the best! Her communication is top notch. She is the reason we are able to make our vision come to life and we cannot wait for our day! Without her this would not be possible!
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Madelon Z. Sent on 07/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Planner

Kerri and her team did an amazing job with our wedding in June. Her attention to all the details and knowledge made everything possible. She made everything so efficient and effortless. We are forever grateful to her and her team, such kind and awesome people!! Thank you!
Alexis
Alexis Sent on 07/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We loved Kerri!

Kerri was absolutely fantastic. She had great recommendations for vendors and made all our wedding ideas happen! We got the Petite Plan from the Proper Setting, and it was definitely worth it. We were on the fence between just the Day-Of and the Petite Plans, but since we are out of state it was MUCH better to go with the Petite and having Kerri help along the way. Our wedding day went very smoothly thanks to her, and she was prepared for anything. My husband and I would highly recommend the Proper Setting!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Real Weddings

Justin & Sarah
26 photos · 09/17/2017
Sam & Janna
28 photos · 05/29/2016

Team

Kerri Catino-Nason
Kerri Catino-Nason
Owner and Event Planner

In 2004, I left my corporate law job in New England, moved to the Outer Banks and focused on my passion: planning events. I have planned thousands of weddings and sharing my knowledge of the best locations, the best vendors and the best kept secrets for planning an event will give you the confidence, guidance and inspiration you need. I welcome the opportunity to learn about your likes and dislikes, your vision, your ideas and share with you my experience, creativity and attention to detail. Extremely organized, quick-witted and great under pressure, I am confident that I can help you with any aspect of your event. I look forward to helping you create happy memories that will last a lifetime.

Danielle Fenyak
Danielle Fenyak
Event Planner

Super organized, calm under pressure and so much fun, Danielle shares her many talents with our clients.

Angelique Furr
Angelique Furr
Event Planner

Creative, fashionable and passionate, Angelique has a soothing and calming manner that will help guide you through your event planning with ease.

Professional Network & Endorsements

19 Endorsements
Brooke Mayo Photography Brooke Mayo Photography Wedding Photographers

The Proper Setting goes above and beyond to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly. They pay attention to every little detail to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Having them coordinate and plan your wedding means you have no worries the day of!

Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals Wedding Rentals

Kerri is one of the top planners on the Outer Banks! She is extremely knowledgeable, familiar with the properties and vendors in the area, and with premier events. You definitely won't be disappointed with Kerri's professional yet amiable services!

Made in the OBX Made in the OBX Wedding Favors

The Proper Setting provides professional and personal service. They are highly organized! They are also partnered with many other local businesses to ensure that every aspect of your event meets or exceeds your expectations.

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