A newlywed couple toasting with champagne glasses indoors with large windows and greenery outside.
A bride and groom exchange vows under an arch decorated with greenery and flowers during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A happy couple is holding hands and smiling during their outdoor wedding celebration, standing in front of a floral arch.
A bride and groom at their wedding, with the groom holding a marriage certificate and the bride holding a glass of red wine and a bouquet of flowers, outdoors near a pool and palm trees.
A happy couple standing close together outdoors, smiling, with the man leaning his forehead against the woman's. The woman has long red hair and is wearing a white dress, while the man has short dark hair and is wearing a beige vest over a white shirt. They are near a mirror, with their reflection visible.
A couple is cutting a wedding cake together, smiling and enjoying the moment, with greenery outside the window.
A woman in a black dress is playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone in a sunroom or patio area.
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Meet Jackie: Your Wedding Day Advocate

I started Outside the Altar for one simple reason: I was the overwhelmed bride who couldn’t find an affordable, reliable coordinator.

My own alternative wedding—held at a non-traditional Airbnb—was a logistical nightmare in the making. I quickly learned that when you step outside the rules of a traditional venue, you lose the safety net of having built-in staff. I saw first hand what happens when your coordinator isn't truly vested in your day (like a two-hour-late chef who was never called!).

I realized there was a gap for a coordinator who passionately advocates for the couple, manages every single detail, and protects the sanctity of their wedding morning. Now, my entire business is built on ensuring that what happened to me never happens to you.

My Mission: Calm, Personalized, and Yours

My mission is simple: To ensure your wedding day is about you and your love, not the logistics.

I specialize in those beautifully personal, non-traditional celebrations—the private property weddings, the marquees, and the creative venues that are bursting with personality. Why? Because they are the most challenging to manage, and they give you the freedom to tailor every element.

When you hire me, you get a dedicated advocate and day-of manager who:

  • Manages All Operations: I handle the execution of your timeline, coordinate vendor arrivals, and manage all site operations so that everything runs seamlessly.

  • Problem-Solves Proactively: If a vendor is late or an issue arises, I'm the one on the phone solving it immediately—not you, not your partner, and not your mum.

  • Protects Your Family: I ensure your loved ones get to spend the wedding morning celebrating with you, not setting up signs or counting chairs.

Your wedding should feel calm, special, and entirely trustworthy. My job is to deliver that feeling.

Behind the Ipad

When I’m not running a wedding, I’m still a pretty upbeat person.

I’m an obsessive coffee drinker, always ready for a chat and an Iced long Black. More than anything, I’m a super positive person who genuinely loves love. I’m always smiling, and I bring that energy and unwavering support to every couple I work with.

I am a fierce believer that your wedding day is about you, not anyone else.

Ready to Hand Over the Reins?

Let’s chat about your dream wedding and how I can help you relax and truly enjoy it.

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