about US
UNIQUE Weddings + Events is an award-winning Tampa wedding planner and designer known for bold aesthetics, immersive guest experiences, and a detail-obsessed approach that actually delivers. Based in Tampa, we serve couples throughout the Tampa Bay area—including St. Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakeland, and Central Florida—bringing modern, personalized celebrations to life with purpose and style.
Led by founder and creative director Staci Mandikas (backed by 17 years of experience and a no-BS approach to event design), we’ve been featured in both national and local publications for transforming Tampa venues into unforgettable, one-of-a-kind celebrations.
Proudly woman-owned and LGBTQ+ affirming, UNIQUE Weddings + Events celebrates individuality and designs with intention—for couples of all backgrounds throughout Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and beyond.
Let’s be real—everyone deserves a wedding that’s bold, badass, and unapologetically theirs. And we’re here to design exactly that... with precision, flair, and just the right amount of sass.
"your viBE,
MY OBSESSION"
"I design the unexpected so your wedding doesn’t look like anyone else’s"
"Your wedding should feel like an experience, not a checklist"
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Explore weddings we’ve planned across Tampa, St. Pete, and Clearwater -
each one bold, unexpected, and deeply personal.
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"We interpret your inspiration —
then elevate it."
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming - especially when you want it to actually reflect you and not someone else’s recycled Pinterest board.
At UNIQUE Weddings + Events, we design bold, personality-packed weddings for fun, non-traditional couples across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, and beyond. Our events are immersive, intentional, and anything but ordinary.
Based in Tampa, we help couples plan unforgettable wedding weekends that feel like them—not a copy of someone else’s vibe.
Here’s what we offer (and we do it damn well):
✦ Full-Service Wedding Planning from concept to celebration
✦ Bold, custom wedding design that reflects your style
✦ Event management so you can actually enjoy your big day
✦ Consulting for the chaos-curious
✦ Floor plan & layout strategy that makes every space work smarter
✦ Design that stops guests in their tracks (and fills your camera roll)
✦ Timeline creation for a smooth, stress-free experience
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RACHAEL
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JOSEPH
"Staci's attention to detail, her recommendations on what to consider, and her knowledge of the best vendors is best in class. we cannot sing her praises enough."
emily
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levi
"Throughout the entire planning process, she made us feel like we were her only clients in the world. I seriously could not recommend her more."
"Staci’s creativity is out of this world, her attention to detail is unmatched and her fun energy is the cherry on top! I loved every second of working with her"
alexa
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dylan
"Staci was amazing. We worked with her for over a year. She lives for the details and is so meticulous."
tiana
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delarna
LERA
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BEN
"She is the most amazing wedding planner! She is a joy to work with! We cannot sing her praises enough."
"You could not hire a more talented artist. Staci is a joy to work with. She gives 100%. She takes the vision you have for your wedding, improves it beyond imagination and makes it come true."
Meagan
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VAN
"Our wedding surpassed our expectations. Staci hit it out of the park. Every detail was well thought out and executed. It was truly our perfect day."
SHANNON
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JEFF
"We could not be happier and are so grateful we hired Staci. Our wedding was everything we wanted and more and we forever owe Staci for being there every step of the way."
mary
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andrew
"Staci was amazing from start to finish. She made our vision come to life. Every detail was overseen to perfection."
aubrey
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caanan
"Throughout the planning process, Staci handled everything like the boss she is. If you want someone who will get things done, she is your gal! She truly took my visions and dreams and made them into the BEST.WEDDING.EVER!"
sarah
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ralph
"Staci was able to take our design ideas and elevate them to a whole new level to create a wedding that was truly unique to us."
VANESSA
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tyler
"Hiring Unique was the best decision we made. Staci not only understood our vision, but elevated it far better than I could dream up. She’s an honorary member of the family and I will recommend her to everyone I know."
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jay
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Whether you're saying "I do" in Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, or anywhere nearby,
we're here to make it unforgettable.
Fill out the contact form below or reach out by call, text, or email to get started.
ready to plan your bold, badass wedding?
phone: 813.426.5280
email: info@designedbyunique.com
Planning a wedding is a wild ride, and we’re ready to take it with you. Whether you're tying the knot in Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, or heading somewhere beyond, UNIQUE Weddings + Events is here to guide the way.
And yes—we'll bring the snacks!
(Carrier pigeons also accepted, but response times may vary)
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We’ve been proudly planning weddings in Tampa Bay since 2008, with our work featured in top wedding publications both locally and nationally.