FOUNDER & Principal Designer

Michelle Leo Cousins’ stylish approach, impeccable taste, refined attention to detail, and ability to bring her clients’ visions to fruition have made her a go-to designer for luxury, destination-weddings and events.

Michelle’s design approach is personalized and tailored to the needs of each client. She views every celebration as a unique opportunity to help her clients express themselves creatively by working with them one on one to design an event aesthetic that is reflective of their taste, style, and personality. Michelle is known for her ability to identify the unique details that will eventually set the stage for a one-of-a-kind celebration both her clients and their guests will cherish for a lifetime.  

Frequently recognized in the industry, Michelle and her team were named one of the Top Wedding Planning Firms in the U.S. by VOGUE, BRIDES, and Martha Stewart Weddings. Michelle’s designs have been highlighted by The New York Times, Huffington Post, BRIDES, Vogue, Grace Ormande, Martha Stewart, Over the Moon, and Style Me Pretty. Additionally, MLE has earned 17 Best of State wins as Utah’s Best Event Planner and Best Bridal Services Provider.

Notably, Michelle and her team have established a reputation of excellence, professionalism, quality, and consistency for producing beautiful, innovative, and seamless events. “Whether it’s event logistics or creative aesthetics, my team and I are laser-focused on every last detail to ensure our clients receive the highest level of attention and service they deserve coupled with an event they can enjoy.”

A native to Utah, Michelle grew up in a small town surrounded by a loving family and supportive friends. “My close-knit community helped me develop a lasting appreciation for life’s defining moments and joy for celebrating important milestones through the years. I learned at a very early age that I value experiences like gathering together with family on Sunday afternoons to chat about the week as we devoured Mom’s delicious dinners and Grandma’s homemade brownies.

As an adult, I still find comfort in the little things, and staying connected to the people I love fuels my energy and zest for life, and my business. It’s a privilege owning a company where our highest priority is connecting with others and helping our clients prepare to celebrate with their loved ones. We do more than simply design and plan events; we help our clients celebrate life's most joyous moments through the creation of personalized experiences that allow our clients, and their guests, to focus on what truly matters all while making memories that last.”

Michelle launched Michelle Leo Events in 2010 as a two-person operation, executing only a handful of events her first two years. In 2017, the company had grown so much that Michelle’s focus shifted from planning, and she followed her creative passion further into event design, making way for her executive planning team to oversee all event logistics and production. Thirteen years later, Michelle Leo Events has produced over 2,000 weddings and events in 4 different states at multiple five-star resorts and luxury event venues, and has served a wide variety of clients across the globe. Michelle Leo Events is located in Utah with a satellite branch in Dallas, Texas.