The Duet Weddings & Events Team
Meet Duet Owners Michelle & Mara
Led by Passion, Powered by Expertise
With over 30 years of combined experience in planning luxury destination events worldwide, award-winning planners Michelle Cousins (owner of Michelle Leo Events) and Mara Mazdzer (owner of Fuse Weddings & Events) saw a need for a local powerhouse firm specializing in high-end weddings tailored to Utah and destination couples. DUET Weddings & Events was born from this vision, combining meticulous planning with artistic design to create unforgettable celebrations. Our philosophy centers on seamless coordination and a commitment to excellence in every detail.
Michelle & Mara bring unparalleled experience to DUET. With over 30 years in the luxury event industry, their accolades include 24 Best of State awards for event planning and bridal services, along with national recognition from BRIDES, VOGUE, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more. Their expertise in orchestrating every detail ensures a seamless experience for clients. Their dedication to excellence has built a curated network of over 500 top-tier vendors, setting DUET apart in the competitive world of event planning.
Our Passion, Philosophy, & Expertise:
Creating Weddings as Unique as Your Love Story
1. Who We Are
Duet Weddings & Events was founded with a passion for creating beautifully orchestrated weddings that bring couples' visions to life. We thrive on the details, from perfectly planned timelines to thoughtfully designed spaces that wow your guests. With budgets ranging from $80K to $150K, we cater to couples who value quality, creativity, and a stress-free planning experience.
3. What Sets Us Apart
Local Expertise: Deep knowledge of Utah's stunning venues and trusted vendor relationships.
Personalized Service: Tailored planning that reflects your style, story, and priorities.
Stress-Free Planning: From start to finish, we handle the details so you can savor the experience.
2. Our Philosophy
Our approach is as harmonious as the name suggests. By blending meticulous planning with inspired design, we ensure your wedding day feels effortless and extraordinary. Whether you’re envisioning an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, our goal is to make the process as enjoyable as the event itself.
At Duet Weddings & Events, we bring together thoughtful design, trusted expertise, and personalized planning to create weddings that feel meaningful and memorable. Our approach keeps the process seamless and enjoyable, allowing you to relax and savor the experience while we manage the details. As you get to know our team below, you will meet the dedicated professionals who bring creativity, care, and a shared passion for exceptional celebrations to every event we plan.
Our Duet Wedding Planners
What Others Are Saying About Duet Weddings & Events
“I would trust Duet with my life!!! From start to finish, the wedding planning process with Duet was a dream. My planner Heather was not only professional, organized, and highly detail-oriented, but also caring, understanding, encouraging, and compassionate during all highs and lows of the wedding planning process. Once our wedding was complete I was genuinely sad that I would no longer see her on a weekly basis. I extend my deepest gratitude to the entire Duet team who supported me on my wedding day. We stayed on budget (!!!), and everything turned out more beautiful than I ever imagined. I 100% recommend hiring them.”
-Kenzie Taylor, 2024 Bride
“The wedding was perfect in every way. Thank you again for ALL of your help. You all were amazing, and I am still in AWE of how beautiful and perfect this wedding was! Everyone just raved about it and continues to do so! GO DUET!!!!”
-Colleen Ueland, 2024 Mother of the Bride
“We cannot thank you enough for helping us navigate the planning of this event this year. You are always a dream to work with! Thank you, thank you, one million times! The event turned out so gorgeous, and the food was incredible. We are getting so much love and buzz from the wedding community, and everyone had a great time. Mission, accomplished! You are all so amazing. We are lucky to have you, and so are the brides you work with. Thank you for your talent, passion, your guts, you are our kind of people!”
-Megan Bartholomew (Editor) & Cori Davis (Sales Director), Utah Bride & Groom Magazine-