I wasn’t always an event planner, nor did I ever think that I would some day be running a company. It was one of those dreams that we all have tucked away…one of those dreams that we say we might “some day” follow, but deep down, don’t actually believe is a part of our reality.

I began my post college life as a music teacher. My job was rewarding and my students were my life. Twelve years went by, during which I had earned my masters degree in administration. I began to think like a business woman, and was beginning to feel the entrepreneurial side of me bubble to life. I woke up one summer morning to the realization that I had been teaching my students to listen to their hearts and follow their dreams, but I had never once taken my own advice; I realized it was time. Within a week, I resigned from my position. If I was going to make a significant change, I knew that it could not be a gradual process. I spent the next month creating a business plan, a website, and specific branding ideas. Within two months, I launched Blue Fancy Events. I have never looked back.

Today, I am surrounded by a team of hard-working and compassionate people that carry out the Blue Fancy philosophy to its fullest degree. This company wouldn’t be where it is today without the hard work of my amazing staff, supportive family, and our incredible clients.

Being born & raised in Louisiana, Southern Hospitality is instilled in me. I believe in taking care of my couples, providing them with the knowledge to have confidence in their decisions, and building relationships that go beyond the wedding day. My couples often express they feel right at home with me due to my calm demeanor and belief that the best wedding day, starts with a trusting relationship with the person orchestrating it.

My 12 years of project management paired with my experience as a florist and makeup artist, have allowed me to fine tune skills that serve me well in this role. I am extremely organized, vision-focused, and most of all — I honor your time and comfort. I understand that planning a wedding requires a lot of your own personal time, and when you’re with me, we are going to make the most of the time you give me and have fun while we’re at it. I am not the first one to acknowledge that my funny, sarcastic side comes out in this line of work –because wedding coordinating, if anything, should be fun and easy.

When I’m not coordinating alongside my couples, I enjoy being a wife and mother to three young boys. In my free time, I love traveling, watching a good game of Notre Dame Football, and a glass of wine. Let’s crack open a bottle, pour some glasses, and get to know each other more!

So many couples get completely distracted by the intense wedding planning process that they forget to enjoy themselves throughout their engagement. Don’t let this be you! My name is Paige Sumner and I am here to help ease the stress and alleviate any problems or concerns you may have during this process.

Before working at Blue Fancy I was a professional chef for thirteen years. I have an extensive background in banquet work, menu planning, and event coordination/execution. I have worked half of my career in Wisconsin, between Milwaukee and Madison, the other half was spent working on the warm coast of Florida. When not working you can find me at summer festivals, music concerts, fishing or soaking up the sun.

My experience within the hospitality industry has taught me how to work well under pressure and how to roll with the punches. I was also able to learn to center all of my energy and focus on one specific project. I use this same strategy when planning weddings and working with my couples. Your needs are my main focus! I can be an ear to listen, a shoulder to cry on or a friend to ask advice from.

Maya Angelou said “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences and penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope,” let me be that for you. I will jump those hurdles and leap those fences to insure that you have the wedding that you have always dreamed of!