Boss Lady, Founder of Porch & Pearls
Meet Marian
I’m Marian Braccia: problem solver, perfectionist, and the person you want beside you when things get chaotic.
Before launching Porch & Pearls, I spent more than a decade practicing law—advocating for clients, managing high-pressure situations, and bringing order to complexity.
Turns out, those skills translate beautifully to weddings.
Because let’s be honest: planning a wedding isn’t just about choosing florals and playlists. It’s navigating family dynamics, managing moving pieces, and making decisions with confidence. I approach each event with the same precision, foresight, and fierce advocacy I brought to the courtroom—so you can trust that every detail is handled and every moment is yours to enjoy.
As Seen In
I Take the Stress Off Your Plate—So You Can Savor Every Moment
Your job? Pop the champagne and enjoy the most meaningful day of your life.
My job? Ensure every detail is flawlessly executed, so it feels as effortless as it looks.
When I’m not designing extraordinary weddings, I’m deep in the chaos and joy of raising four hilarious kids, running forest trails in the rain, or taste-testing every pecan pie I can get my hands on. Most evenings, you’ll find me curled up with my husband, a glass of wine, and a slightly obsessive devotion to The Walking Dead.
I believe the best weddings reflect both beauty and intention. From first vision to final vow, I’m more than a planner—I’m your advocate, your anchor, and your behind-the-scenes calm.
Planner vs. Designer: What’s the Difference?
This is where we shine!
As your wedding planner, we are the logistical strategists behind your celebration—crafting timelines, managing vendors, troubleshooting in real time, and ensuring your day unfolds with precision and grace. We take your vision and turn it into a seamless, beautifully run experience—so you can be fully present.
This is where we collaborate!
A wedding designer focuses on aesthetic direction—curating color palettes, florals, rentals, and décor to create a cohesive and visually stunning atmosphere. It’s all about the mood, the beauty, the story your wedding tells through style.
While designers ensure your wedding looks exceptional, planners ensure it feels exceptional. At Porch & Pearls, we coordinate every detail with calm expertise—so your wedding isn’t just beautiful, but beautifully effortless.
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
Magnificent events begin with masterful planning
About Porch & Pearls
At Porch & Pearls, we believe an extraordinary celebration begins long before the first guest arrives. From intimate affairs to grand-scale productions, our team brings strategy, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail to every event we plan.
With us by your side, you’ll never have to wonder what comes next. We manage the timeline, orchestrate the logistics, and prepare for the unexpected—so you don’t have to. From your overall vision to the smallest, most meaningful details, we ensure your wedding unfolds with elegance and ease—allowing you to be fully present for every unforgettable moment.
Experience You Can Feel. Expertise You Can Trust.
You’ve read the story.Now let’s start yours—with clarity, care, and a whole lot of intention.
