About

About the Company:
It is the day you have dreamed about for years, the event that will be the most important of your life. It is the day you should feel like a star and everything should be magical. At MarAnna, it is our goal to ensure that your dream comes to life through original and custom creations. We believe that all individuals and events are truly unique and thus should be treated as so. Our approach is to treat each event like a blank canvas to maximize the creativity involved. We will be with you through every step of the planning process. If you want to experience an event that will be remembered by all who attend as phenomenal, then make the decision to Be The Next Star Of A MarAnna Event.

MarAnna is an event planning firm that focuses on the Raleigh and coastal areas of North Carolina.  This coverage area includes Raleigh, Wilmington, Atlantic Beach, and everywhere in between!  We also are available to travel wherever our clients need us including destination weddings in the Caribbean.   We would love to be your wedding planner in the location of your dreams!  

About the Owner:
Maria Herring Holler founded MarAnna Designs to pursue her true love of design. After graduating with a business marketing degree from North Carolina State University, she decided to return to school for a masters in textile design. With training in both of these fields and after planning many events for family and friends, Maria decided that event planning was the perfect field for her. Maria enjoys working with couples through every step of the planning process. From assisting with wedding gown and bridesmaids’ dress selections, to designing custom invitations and wedding garters, to creating itineraries, to creating the perfect look for your wedding décor, Maria will work hard to ensure that your day is all that you have wished for. Feel free to contact her with any questions that you may have concerning MarAnna Designs.