Illustration of a pink cocktail in a glass with ice cubes and a lemon slice garnish.

Who is
The Toasted Hostess?

She’s got the polish and poise of a fresh red manicure, but showed up to her party with two different earrings on. Somehow, it works.

She knows the perfect volume to set the background music at, and the only old-fashioned ideas she can get behind fit in a rocks glass. Or three.

She doesn’t have time to scroll Instagram, and spends her commute dreaming up the next statement piece for her neighbor’s daughter’s upcoming wedding. And she’ll let you borrow it next! She means it too!

Her cursive isn’t anything to write home about, but she can bring a big mood to the smaller details of your table setting. Her gripe of the moment: Who said an escort card had to be folded ivory paper?! Nothing bores her more.

She’s less of a single woman, and more of an idea that event design doesn’t have to be all smoke and mirrors.

…But it could involve smoke and mirrors!

The Toasted Hostess is wedding day and event design with a warm, human hug. Approachable, fun, and fabulous. 

Hi! I’m Taylor

…Not that one. I’m the creative spirit behind The Toasted Hostess, but there are also two amazing men who make up our magic: My husband Justin, and dad, Leo. 

Together, we are your one stop shop for custom installations, day of signage, and whatever design piece you can imagine for your wedding day. Our inventory is constantly evolving to meet the wildest dreams of our couples, and we are so proud to serve up our creations in Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas.

I have a formal background in education, a less formal but very passionate love for all things cooking and craft cocktails–homemade pasta is one of my favorite things to make!--and being a mom is definitely my biggest and most favorite thing to do outside of being The Toasted Hostess.

…Are you our next guest?

FAQs

  • Most TTH couples book with us about 9-12 months out from their wedding date! For peak months (April, June, & September), reach out as soon as possible!

  • The average TTH couple spends $1500 on their Day of needs. This typically includes their custom seating chart or escort display, a welcome sign, 1 smaller sign rentals, and 1-2 day of details.

    For day-of details, each proposal is custom-quoted based on factors such as the size of the project, materials, and transport details. We start with your inspiration photos and propose multiple design concepts to select from, along with pricing for each piece. This allows us to provide accurate quoting that is specific to your event and also allows you to create your own package.

  • Yes! Once we have iron out the details of your day, you will receive a contract and direction to pay a 50% deposit to book your date!

  • Absolutely, we do! During the design process, about 4-6 weeks out from your date, we work through the nitty gritty details and provide as many proofs as necessary to ensure we are creating concept worth toasting to!

  • A display of champagne glasses filled with champagne, each with a name tag attached, arranged on a tiered stand against a floral background.
  • Wedding seating chart with floral arrangement, wooden stand, and outdoor backdrop.
  • Two people celebrating with a toast, standing in front of a champagne display and balloon arch. One person is wearing a floral dress, and the other is in a pink suit and hat.
  • Wedding seating chart with champagne glasses on shelves, elegant decor
  • Wedding seating chart display with floral arrangements and cards on a white board, featuring a script sign above.
  • A bride and groom laughing indoors, holding hands, with chairs and floral decorations in the background.
  • Wedding seating chart for "Katie and Kaleb" with the date September 22, 2023. The chart says "Your seat awaits" and lists guest names alphabetically. Decorative pampas grass is visible nearby.
  • Elegant setup with a handwritten card labeled 'Bride' next to a dried citrus slice tied with a ribbon, likely for a wedding or bridal setting.
  • Bride and groom holding hands in a hotel hallway, decorated with elegant mirrors, wall sconces, dark wood moldings, and floral carpet; bride holding a bouquet of white flowers.
  • Table assignment place cards on marble surface