MEET CARLINA
Planner and Designer
Carlina Claude
I believe weddings should feel intentional, not improvised.
Over the years, I have seen what happens when design is prioritized without structure and when logistics are managed without vision. Both fall short. As the founder of Teardrop Wedding Events, my work exists at the intersection of creative direction and decisive leadership.
I do not simply manage timelines. I curate atmosphere. I do not follow trends blindly. I interpret them thoughtfully.
Every celebration is built around a cohesive experience where the aesthetic, pacing, and guest journey align seamlessly. When the structure is strong, you are free to be fully present.
MEET YOUR PLANNER AND DESIGNER
What matters most to me is how a wedding feels from the inside. The quiet breath before the ceremony. The shift in energy when the room is revealed. The way guests move through the evening without friction. Those moments are never accidental. They are designed.
While every wedding is distinct, the through line is always refinement. I apply strong design principles to each couple’s story, ensuring the result feels personal without ever feeling disjointed. You will never be handed a template. Your celebration is interpreted through a thoughtful lens that balances beauty, structure, and guest experience.
This is not about doing every style. It is about elevating your style.
My approach is thoughtful and intuitive — a balance of gentle guidance and quiet observation. I want you to feel fully present, never posed or pressured. When you relax into the moment, the most meaningful images naturally unfold.
Soft light, honest emotion, and refined composition guide every frame I create.
My Philosophy
Hosting a dinner party. Gathering interior design inspiration for my own home. Or curled up with a rom-com I've probably already seen twice. Laughing - I love to laugh and I love making other people laugh! I believe good vibes and good food are non-negotiable, and that a well-set table can turn an ordinary Tuesday into an occasion.
When I'm not planning weddings, you'll find me...
Quick Facts
I can say "hello" in over 20 different languages.
I'm an Army veteran and served as a Military Police Officer.
When I was 12, I taught myself how to play "Mary Had a Little Lamb" on the piano and I still remember it.
I don't get embarrassed very easily. My philosophy is that we're all just people, it's everyone's first time on Earth and we're all just trying to figure it out.
I genuinely don't like chocolate. It's not a preference, I actually think it tastes disgusting.
I have three college degrees: an associate's, a bachelor's and a master's.
I never forget a face. Once I've seen someone, I'll remember their face and exactly where we met, even if I can't remember their name.
My family's unofficial motto is "everything has to be tried at least once," which is really just a fancy way of saying I love creating new experiences, for the people I love, and for the couples I work with.
"Everything has to be tried at least once."
WORDS TO LIVE BY
Family and Friends
Hosting dinners
GOOD
VIBES
A few of my favorite things!
Spending quality time with my family and close friends.
I love bringing people together and creating a great experience.
Especially coffee shops and restaurants with incredible ambiance.
FOLLOW ON
@teardropweddingevents
