My name is Nicole McStravick, and I founded Pretty Peony Planning at the end of 2018 with a passion for helping couples thoughtfully plan and beautifully execute their dream weddings. My love for weddings began long before starting this business and grew even more after planning my own wedding in 2015, which inspired me to help other couples enjoy the process just as much as the celebration.

My husband and I were married in September 2015, and we now have two sons, two daughters, and two German Shepherds — we clearly have a soft spot for pairs. We were both born and raised in the Connecticut Valley and returned to our hometown to raise our family and grow our business within the community we love.

At Pretty Peony Planning, we specialize in organization, elevated details, and seamless event execution. We guide our couples through every step of the planning process — you make the important decisions, and we handle the logistics and details. Our goal is to make the entire planning experience feel calm, enjoyable, and well-managed, and to ensure your wedding day unfolds effortlessly so you can be fully present and enjoy every moment. We proudly serve all of Connecticut, New England, and beyond.