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Mission & Heart

Tess & Tai Connelly - founders of The Gather Collective

Mission

At The Gather Collective, our mission is simple: to create spaces where people feel truly known, deeply valued, and joyfully celebrated.

It’s our mission to bring a calm confidence and joyful presence as we carefully craft an atmosphere where both the host and every guest feel honoured, seen, and cared for. We work with intention and heart, moving with purpose to create a space that welcomes celebration without rush or chaos.

 

We love vision-imagining what could be, dreaming about how styling can reflect you, your wedding party, or whoever the event is about. But we’re not just dreamers: we’re passionate about bringing your vision to life!

 

Whether styling a wedding, designing grazing tables, or leading workshops, we pour intentional care into every detail because hospitality is an expression of love.

Heart

 

At The Gather Collective, we believe that every person deserves to be celebrated - especially those who haven’t yet felt the fullness of being truly seen and valued. Our heart is to create spaces that don’t just look beautiful, but feel like a warm embrace, where every guest and host alike can sense their worth without hesitation.

Hospitality, to us, is a language of love and care spoken through intentional details - the gentle glow of warm lighting, the aroma of fresh blooms, the artful arrangement of grazing boards, and all the small touches that make a space feel deeply welcoming and alive.

When you invite us to bring your vision to life, we’re not simply styling an event; we’re crafting an environment where connection flourishes, hearts are lifted, and the inherent dignity of every person is quietly, yet powerfully, honoured.

Because at the very core of what we do is this truth: people are made to be celebrated - and sometimes, they just need someone to show them how.

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