What is Coterie?
The Coterie, french for "gathering." specializes in providing one-on-one client service and delivering custom, unique ideas and design services for business and social gatherings as well as weddings. Owner Lee Carnes is proud to incorporate her principles of Southern hospitality and sophisticated creativity in every aspect of The Coterie's service.

Wedding Consulting
To help you get started with the planning process or for any help needed along the way, The Coterie offers hourly consulting sessions. We assist you in creating unique ideas for one-of-a-kind events along with the knowledge and tools to make them happen. Maybe you just need assistance securing a vendor. Need help designing a floor plan for an event in your home? From decor and design, to menu and favor ideas, The Coterie's consultants ensure your event's success. Services available by the hour.

Wedding Planning
For those couples not needing or wanting a full-scale planner/coordinator, and who do want their wedding day to run perfectly, The Coterie offers wedding day management. By allowing The Coterie to manage your wedding day, you will be able to enjoy the day rather than working it. Our attention to detail and behind-the-scenes orchestration of your day provides you with peace of mind. We assist with set-up, receptions duties, and take down. We take care of the numerous details that occur during your reception, so you can truly enjoy your day. After all, you've spent enough time planning it. We make sure every detail is carried out exactly how you want it to be so you, your friends, family and guests have the best time possible.

Wedding Management
For those couples not needing or wanting a full-scale planner/coordinator, and who do want their wedding day to run perfectly, The Coterie offers wedding day management. By allowing The Coterie to manage your wedding day, you will be able to enjoy the day rather than working it. Our attention to detail and behind-the-scenes orchestration of your day provides you with peace of mind. We assist with set-up, receptions duties, and take down. We take care of the numerous details that occur during your reception, so you can truly enjoy your day. After all, you've spent enough time planning it. We make sure every detail is carried out exactly how you want it to be so you, your friends, family and guests have the best time possible.

Our Vision
The vision of The Coterie is to make each customized event it plans spectacular where clients and guests receive the highest quality service.
The priority of The Coterie is to provide each client the individual attention it takes to plan, organize, produce, and design an event in which the results are exactly what the client desires and more.
The mission of The Coterie is to provide gracious Southern hospitality to all guests and clients and to provide a friendly, genuine, and enjoyable experience for all those who come in contact with The Coterie.