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Destify | Destination Weddingย Specialistsย 
Rating: 4.9 (397 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $150

Destify simplifies destination weddings for couples and guests alike. We make planning feel exciting, not overwhelming, with curated resorts, transparent pricing, and a dedicated expert guiding you every step of the way. From understanding costs and timelines to handling logistics and guest travel, youโ€™ll always know what to expect. With 24/7 support and a personal, thoughtful approach, we treat your wedding as more than a transaction, helping you create a seamless, joyful celebration and a meaningful start to your next chapter.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œFrom day one, the team at Destify destination wedding specialists communicated well and responded quickly to all of my questions and concerns. They truly listened to my wants, needs, and priorities, and delivered a high-end, transparent experience that ensured the best care for my wedding day. Destify made it easy for my guests to book and pay slowly with zero interest, which was a huge help. Alexandra was great - she always answered me promptly and I completely trusted her to handle everything. Even when there was a minor hiccup, she quickly resolved it for me. The transition from working with Alexandra to the resort's wedding planner was flawless, ensuring a seamless planning process from start to finish.โ€
Rayยฒ, 6 months ago
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Heirloom Eventย Companyย 
Rating: 5.0 (164 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Chicago, IL
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,800

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, weโ€™re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI've worked with many different wedding planners as a musician for weddings (pianist, arranger, music director). Haylie is so wonderful to work with! She makes the process so joyful, is thorough with the details, and a wonderful communicator. All of the advanced planned was a huge support, and the day-of was easeful, and a beautiful experience.โ€
Dani P., a year ago
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Mostestย 
Rating: 4.8 (160 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $195
  • Offer

At Mostest, we believe every couple deserves a wedding that feels completely, authentically theirs. We use a modern approach with using our own AI event planning platform with our team of planning experts! With over 2,000 weddings planned & coordinated across New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and all across the US - we've seen it all, planned it all, and perfected the art of making your day run seamlessly. We specialize in luxury weddings, micro and intimate ceremonies, multicultural and cultural celebrations, and budget-forward planning โ€” because beautiful weddings aren't one-size-fits-all, and neither are we.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œOne of the best decisions we made in our planning process was working with Mostest for our October wedding in NYC! They were such a huge help from start to finish and made the whole planning process so much easier. OurMonth-of Coordinator was amazing. They took care of everything in those final weeks and kept the day running so smoothly. Any little hiccup that came up, they handled it before we even noticed. We were able to relax and just enjoy the day, knowing everything was in great hands. On top of that, the Planning Concierge team was incredible. They shared tons of free advice throughout the process and even gave us access to their preferred vendor list, which was a lifesaver. We found a few of our smaller vendorsโ€”like our cake designer and transportationโ€”through that list, and they were exactly what we needed to tie up all the loose ends. Mostest truly felt like a team we could rely on, and they made our wedding day better than we ever could have imagined. If youโ€™re planning a wedding and feeling a little overwhelmed, theyโ€™re the people you want in your corner.โ€
The J., 2 years ago
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Coastalย Coordinatingย 
Rating: 4.9 (141 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Palm Harbor, FL
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,600

Our team at Coastal Coordinating has your back! We work with each client to design unexpected, beautiful wedding environments that are custom tailored for your dream wedding day. Whether you have a trendy or traditional, extravagant or tastefully modest wedding vision, itโ€™s our job to help you make it happen. No two couples are exactly alike, which means planning each event is a unique experience. Lucky for all of us, we have the magic recipe for keeping not only the planning of your day on the right track, but the day-of running like a well-oiled machine!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œOur wedding was 4.27.25. Katy and Cayla are amazing! They did my sister's wedding 4 years ago and then mine this year! Thank you so much. They went above and beyond from helping with little details (like reviewing reception games) all the way to the big things like building dรฉcor the day before and day of. Both were proactive about issues and always had solutions. Without them my husband and I would not have been able to be guests at our own wedding. You can tell they have been doing this a long time because they are circumspect. Thank you both so much for supporting our big day. Great job Katy and Cayla!โ€
Amira B., a year ago
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K.S.Otterย Eventsโ„ขย 
Rating: 4.9 (116 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
High Point, NC
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Offer

Since 2019, we have been planning & managing unforgettable, inclusive, and eco-conscious weddings that feel true to each coupleโ€™s story and values. Led by Dr. Katie Sautter, our team blends warmth, humor, and meticulous organization to make planning feel calm, clear, and genuinely fun. We handle every detail with intention and care, so you can feel fully present and joyful on your wedding day, and celebrate in a way thatโ€™s unmistakably you. We are diverse! We have 7 lead planners on our team, three of which are bilingual: one speaks fluent Spanish; another speaks Korean; another speaks fluent Slovak & can understand spoken Russian.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI hired Katie as my assistant planner for an August wedding. This is our second time working together on a wedding. She is easy to work with and is on her A game. Her emergency kit saved the entire day. Hiring Katie is a must, and she loves color as I do when planning events. We actually have another wedding booked together in October, and I am looking forward to the next time I work with her.โ€
Angelina C., 2 years ago
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Gisele Decorations &ย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (110 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Plymouth, MA
  • Offers 4 services

Gisele Decorations & Events will help the couple to plan and manage before and on the wedding day. As a wedding Planner and Wedding Coordinator I am passionate about crafting exquisite weddings that reflect your unique love story, with my meticulous planning, attention to detail, and dedication to perfection we ensure that your special day is an unforgettable celebration of love. With our experienced wedding and events team llets us create an everlasting celebrstion that will be in your hearts forever. Contact us today and let's embark on this remarkable journey . We will make your dream come true.You dream it we will make that happen

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œHad my birthday party planned by Gisele! Truly recommend!โ€
Sarah De C., a year ago
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Weddings byย Jayย 
Rating: 4.9 (110 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Denver, CO
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,200

Hello there! My name is JayLynn. I am a romantic at heart, a lover of LOVE and a collector of daydreams. My journey in this one of a kind industry started a decade ago. I have experience as a bridal and wedding gown consultant, in the cosmetic and jewelry industry, and as a bridal model. My versatile background empowers me to be a knowledgeable resource and to add value to my clients experience through all stages of the planning process. I am a licensed, certified and insured event planner with coordination experience across all industries- Weddings have just captured my heart!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWorking with Weddings by Jay was truly a dream come true for my destination wedding. From the moment I first connected with JayLynn, I was blown away by her attentiveness, responsiveness, and commitment to making my vision a reality. She answered every one of my questions promptly and thoroughly, putting my mind at ease throughout the entire planning process. I was fully of anxiety leading up to my day but she assured me that everything would be great and she followed through 100%. JayLynn's dedication and attention to detail were unparalleled - she was by my side every step of the way, ensuring that every element of my wedding day was perfect. I can honestly say that my wedding exceeded my wildest dreams, and that is entirely thanks to JayLynn's hard work, expertise, and wonderful personality. Most of my guests commented about how amazing she was and how hard she worked to make my day so special. Choosing Weddings by Jay was hands down the best decision I made, and I am forever truly grateful for JayLynn's role in making my wedding day the most magical day ever. I have so much love for her and her team!โ€
Alexis A., 2 years ago
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Ceremonies Byย Chrissyย 
Rating: 4.9 (108 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Bradenton, FL
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $999

At Ceremonies by Chrissy, I am all about making dream weddings come true! With a passion for seamless coordination and flawless planning, we turn wedding-day visions into reality. From orchestrating the tiniest details to managing the big moments, we ensure every โ€œI doโ€ shines just as bright as the love story behind it. Whether youโ€™re planning a grand celebration or an intimate elopement, we bring the experience, creativity, and fun to keep your day stress-free and unforgettable. Letโ€™s make your special day as unique and joyful as your journey together. Your vision, our expertiseโ€”letโ€™s make wedding magic!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œSo thankful to have worked with Ceremonies by Chrissy! I feel that any wedding will have its fair share of hiccups, but having a strong coordinator will be what makes the difference between a smooth or stressful day! She knew all my wants, she understood my vision, and we pivoted throughout the day as needed. But she always checked in with me and kept it REAL when I asked for it! She is organized, and provides you with everything you need to stay on track while planning wedding details. We had numerous phone calls, and a final review of everything 2 weeks before the wedding. She was always open to texting about any small details that came up or if i wanted to run ideas by her. She truly is the best! I needed a day of coordinator so that things would not fall on the responsibility of my family - and I'm happy to say that they were able to enjoy my wedding as much as anyone else did! Chrissy ran our rehearsal smoothly, which means our bridal party was prepared and everyone understood there marks - which helped tremendously! On the day of it's super important to have someone communicating with venue staff while keeping things on track - and she still made sure that we ate along with our guests and kept our signature drinks full the entire time! My family planned a surprise mariachi band - and this was only possible with her help! I knew how every detail and every moment was lined up for the day, so I'm surprised they were able to get this done without me knowing. But I do love that she made it all possible! Thank you for EVERYTHING Chrissy! 3โ€
Yanci A., 2 months ago
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Marrymentย 
Rating: 5.0 (103 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Naperville, IL
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,495

Welcome Chicago & Chicagoland Couples! We're so glad you're here! From Month-Of Coordination to All-Inclusive Planning and everything in between, Marryment has got you covered. We are on a mission to revolutionize the industry and keep the joy and celebration in wedding planning. With Marryment, you can plan your wedding day with CONFIDENCE knowing we are here for you every step of the way- literally! Our team consists of 6 exceptional planners with wedding experience and industry knowledge. All of our planners are fun, empathetic, friendly, supportive, flexible and keep the couple's best interest at the center of it all.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI canโ€™t even imagine what a chaotic mess the day would have been without Claire by my side. She was ten steps ahead at every momentโ€”everything was laid out and ready for me, she sent thoughtful checklist reminders throughout the week, captured amazing B-roll footage my photographer couldnโ€™t get, and handled both setup and teardown flawlessly. Claire is so much more than a โ€œday-ofโ€ plannerโ€”she truly goes above and beyond.โ€
Crystal S., 8 months ago
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Complete Weddings + Events St. Louisย (Coordination)ย 
Rating: 4.7 (102 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
St. Louis, MO
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,095

Imagine Thanksgiving. You're prepping the turkey, trying to find the fancy bowls, answering 1,000 questions from your fiance. Then the doorbell rings - you're letting in guests, taking their coats, trying to stop the dog from running out the door. Then SHOOT, the TURKEY! You sit down for dinner exhausted, you have one glass of wine, and then it's time to clean it all up. You realize you didn't even get to talk to your mom, or your brother you rarely see. Your wedding day shouldn't be like Thanksgiving. You should be able to enjoy every single second. With Complete, you CAN!

โ€œComplete Weddings Events St. Louis made our wedding day feel effortless, even though we know how much work was happening behind the scenes. From start to finish, they communicated with us in a way that felt personal and fun, while also being incredibly thorough about every detail. On the day of, our coordinator wrangled so much to keep everything running smoothly and the staff weren't afraid to go with the flow when we needed them to. One of our favorite moments was watching our videographer take such good care of usโ€”he even carried my plate at dinner so I could enjoy the moment without worrying about logistics. Their attention to detail and great vibes made our day really special, and we felt so supported the entire time. We'd recommend them in a heartbeat to any couple planning a wedding in St. Louis. The photographers and videographer were so fun when we were off doing our couple photos. The DJ and Photo Booth made the reception so much fun. It was such a great day! (The photo is one I snagged when the groomsmen were getting photos taken, they used the space super well!)โ€
Stephanie, 3 months ago
Destination Weddings Travelย Groupย 
Rating: 4.4 (102 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Wayland, MA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1

Destination Weddings is an award-winning company specializing in helping couples choose the perfect venue for their celebration in Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond, and then assisting with all of the group's travel arrangements. We also work with you and the onsite wedding coordinator at your resort to create the wedding package of your dreams, from the ceremony decor to the reception entertainment (and everything in between)! Upon creating a profile with us, you'll be paired with a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist who will be with you the whole way and ensure your vision comes to life.

โ€œDestination Weddings Travel Group was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they provided quick replies to all of our questions and requests, making the planning process seamless. Their high-quality service and exceptional value were evident throughout, as they took great care of us and our guests every step of the way. The attention to detail and personalized touches they brought to our special day truly made it an unforgettable experience. We couldn't recommend Destination Weddings Travel Group more highly to any couple planning their dream wedding.โ€
Amanda & D., 2 years ago
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Next Chapterย Weddingsย 
Rating: 5.0 (99 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Houston, TX
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000

We are a Houston-based wedding planning and coordination team with a second office in New Braunfels. We are dedicated to creating seamless, intentional and meaningful celebrations while removing the stress and distractions that can take you away from the moments that matter most. Whether you need full-service planning, partial planning, design support, or expert wedding coordination, our mission is simple: to make sure you feel confident, cared for, and fully present on your wedding day. Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Let us help you be fully there for it.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œAs a wedding vendor myself, I tend to judge a bit harder. But I have to say, Next Chapter Weddings is my number one person I refer couples to when I am booked myself. Brandi's communication style is calming, straightforward and always positive. The quality of her work is truly detailed, beautiful and joyful. Brandi is always going above and beyond for her couples, and she is the sweetest and such a good person to have on your team the day of the wedding!โ€
Kim, 2 years ago
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Stonas Wedding andย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (98 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Portland, OR
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,300

Thank you so much for your interest in Stonas Wedding & Events! Please note that this page is not monitored regularly, so I may not see your message here. For the quickest response and more information about my services, please visit my website and fill out the inquiry form. I canโ€™t wait to connect with you and learn more about your wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMy non-AI review: I need to start this by saying that I am a picky person - very type A, and I donโ€™t trust people to take control of situations often. However, Hannah is someone I felt comfortable putting my trust in - from the start, she was transparent, knowledgeable, and one of the most competent coordinators I talked to - and I say this because we had booked another coordinator prior to booking Hannah, and the prior coordinator was not good at her job. So when it came to working with Hannah, it was such a refreshing and relieving experience. Take my word for it - this is the person to book if youโ€™re wanting quality and competence in a coordinator - I will vouch for her 100%, she is truly worth the praise. She was extremely professional and personable - basically she took the weight off our minds the whole time - from rehearsal to wedding day. Everything we were stressing about before, we were able to let go of - she took over, which meant decisions were being made and things were getting done. We got sooooo many compliments, even from my really hard to please family and friends - seriously, a huge part of the success of the wedding was Hannahโ€™s planning. The biggest and constant compliments we got was that the wedding had many thoughtful touches, was an actual fun time, and was well scheduled - โ€œeverything was seamlessโ€ is a compliment we heard a lot - and I agree. She kept the whole day moving forward while delegating and coordinating - I didnโ€™t have a single thing to worry about, which is a rare feeling. She even took videos and photos for us, which I had no idea was happening and was such a thoughtful surprise - it was so beautiful to have an album of memories to look at once the night ended - beautiful memories which was so nice since we knew our photographer would take a while to send us our pictures. In summation, if I had to do it all again, I would go with Hannah every time. All my wedding party and close family that interacted with her was impressed with her skills and the way she directed vendors and handled crowds. We were truly lucky that she was available for our wedding day. Thank you for everything Hannah - youโ€™re a spectacular person and wedding coordinator. Iโ€™m forever grateful for you.โ€
Daniela Ortiz M., a year ago
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Lucidย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (98 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Miami, FL
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500

With the help of Lucid Events, couples can see their dream day brought to life in spectacular detail. With over a decade of experience, Lucid Events has designed and managed hundreds of weddings of all styles, from luxury affairs to nationally-published fairytale weddings. Lucid Events has won multiple awards, including Best FL Wedding Planner on CBS News! Offering both full and partial planning, we cover all of your wedding planning needs. Assistance in finding the perfect venue and vendors, creating guest lists, timelines, event design, and day-of coordination can all be looked after with ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI cannot recommend Gina enough! She was so on top of everything. She regularly checked in with us and made sure we were on schedule for an entire year leading up to our wedding, and I oftentimes forgot she had clients other than us because she was so attentive. Any time there was a problem with a vendor, Gina was swooping in to save the day. She got us upgrades with our hotel and truly had our best interest in mind throughout this entire process. I cannot imagine planning a wedding without her, she was such a huge help. I remember as I was arm and arm with my father, about to walk down the aisle I heard a baby start screaming (despite instructing guests that this was a child-free wedding). It was my turn to walk and I said, "Gina wait! there's a baby crying" and I'll never forget, she said "Don't worry, I put it in the elevator! You're good!" (with it's parent of course lol) One of the best decisions I made for my wedding was choosing Lucid events.โ€
Danielle H., a year ago
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Wilder Mindย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (98 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
St. Petersburg, FL
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,850

Wilde Mind Events offers a range of packages to clients, letting them choose the services that best suit their needs. From day-of coordination to full-service planning, this expert organizer is here to help you. She also offers destination wedding planning services, letting you make the world your oyster for your dream destination wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe selected Wilder Mind Events has our planners for our January 2026 wedding at Hotel Haya. Prior to this, I had been a quiet observer of their instagram account for nearly 5 years after sitting next to someone on a flight that recommended them. When my time finally came to plan a wedding, I knew without a question I wanted to go with Wilder Mind Events because I was constantly impressed with each wedding they shared on their account. After we finalized our venue and wedding date, I reached out and was elated they were available for our wedding date. For my review, (which is nothing but glowing) Iโ€™ll separate it into two parts: the first the pre-wedding and second the day of wedding. Pre-wedding: Having never planned a major event or wedding, I had no clue where to begin. We opted for the โ€œWilderโ€ service which was the perfect amount of support we needed. Demi walked me through many check lists and helped me tailor my focus to bite size tasks to accomplish each month. As someone who easily gets overwhelmed, I appreciated having someone tell me what to prioritize. Another thing I found incredibly helpful was their creative vision. I could tell them bits and pieces of things I liked and didnโ€™t like and they would steer me in a direction or help me narrow down options. When it came time to select the place settings, I was all over the place and terrified I would pick things that looked chaotic together and not have a cohesive look. Demi would thoughtfully lay options for me so I could get a sense of different options. It really helped me see things come together. Demi also helped us to maximize our budget, telling us that certain things werenโ€™t necessary. For example, we didnโ€™t need a fancy plate and a charger, but rather just the charger since we were having a plated meal. She had foresight of different things to think of that I would have never of known to do. They work with the best of the best and I knew if they were recommending a certain vendor, I knew they would be reliable, trustworthy, and also experts. Demi and Delaney were both enjoyable to work with and gave me a piece of mind and sense of ease throughout the entire planning process. I could not have done this without their support! Day of Wedding: My wedding day was absolutely perfect and this is largely because of Demi and the other assistants supporting her day of. The entire day went incredibly smooth from my perspective, but Demi was doing major behind the scenes work to coordinate a flawless execution. She dealt with our venue who only gave us 60 minutes to set up the entire event. Demi is very solution-oriented, so when she encountered setbacks, it never really seemed like a huge issue from my perspective. I appreciated this as I mentioned I tend to get overwhelmed. Some of my favorite details were: I always had a drink in my hand at the reception, my shoes and lipgloss were perfectly placed at our sweetheart table (I have no idea how they got them, but it was just the sweetest little thing that made me feel like a queen), they packed up all the personal items from the reception and had them stored in our room, and they even laid out flower petals on our bed for when we came back after the after party. They truly took care of every little detail. My wedding day was simply the best day of my life and while I donโ€™t plan to get married again, if I would, Iโ€™d choose Wilder Mind Events again in a heart beat.โ€
Caitlyn E., 7 months ago
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BW Studio +ย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (94 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Berwyn, IL
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,800

BW Studio+Events is a Chicago-based event coordination and planning group serving Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs. The Studio focuses on intimate weddings with unique flair and lots of personal touches. Blair founded BW Studio after hosting a number of non-profit events and finding herself completely immersed in the process. Once she realized her knack for event organization and planning, the studio was quickly born.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œFrom our first meeting with Blair and Kim from the team at BW Studio Events, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication style was accommodating, flexible, friendly, and honest throughout the entire planning process. They relieved so much of our stress! The quality of their work and the value they provided was genuinely remarkable - they were detail-oriented, really listened and respected our desires for our special day. They did an incredible job staying in constant contact with all our vendors, ensuring the day ran seamlessly. We are so grateful to BW Studio Events for helping make our wedding day perfect in every way!!โ€
Becky, 5 months ago
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Beautiful Crazy Day ofย Coordinatingย 
Rating: 4.9 (92 reviews)
White Lake, MI
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,200

I have been in the wedding industry 15 years. Husband and wife owned. I believe every client should be treated as you are like family. With over 300 weddings under us over 6 years we know how to go above and beyond. Once you book with us we start helping just not day of. Helping develop timelines, reminders of where we need to be in the process. Reviewing contracts. Day of we are there for set up, clean up, deco, keeping deserts filled, tables clear, timeline on track, keeping bridal party hydrated and fed. Keeping vendors on track. Take the stress off of you. Need errands ran that day we have you covered. We have no time caps.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œOur wedding would not have run so smoothly and flawlessly if it wasnโ€™t for Connie and her team! Connie was our day of coordinator. She went above and beyond as a day of coordinator by having multiple meetings prior to our wedding day to ensure that we thought about every detail to make our day just as we envisioned it. As an out of state couple, Connie and her team were flexible to meet with us based on our busy schedule. Additionally, she perfectly executed her job the day of our wedding by doing all the behind the scenes work that would have caused us stress. She did things like ensure set up/ take down of decorations, coordinated with other vendors to ensure they were ready on time, ensured we had tried all of our horโ€™durves during cocktail hour while we socialized, and much more. The overall experience was phenomenal and we would highly recommend her team for any size/type of wedding!โ€
Marta G., a year ago
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Vow &ย Verveย 
Rating: 5.0 (92 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Raleigh, NC
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,400

As the founder of Vow & Verve Weddings, Carina is known for her expressive warmth, attention to detail, and confident leadership. Her ability to remain steady, reassuring, and detail-focused allows her clients to feel fully supported and genuinely celebrated at every stage of the planning process. Certified through the New York Institute of Art and Design, she approaches each wedding with equal parts structure and heart. She believes exceptional design should feel intentional, personal, and layered, and that flawless execution is what allows a couple to be fully present.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe worked with Carina of Raleigh Weddings, and it was easily one of the best decisions that we made. Carina has an impeccable eye for details, and through all her meetings helped us ensure that nothing was overlooked on the wedding day. She provided us with thorough check lists, email recaps, and reliable communication to help make our day perfect. Perhaps the best part about Carina is that she is so personable and brings so much joy to the wedding planning process. You could tell that she really cares about all of the people she works with. It is refreshing how authentic she is! Moreover, she really took the stress out of the process especially in the last few weeks. If it was something that she could take off our plates, she was more than happy to do it for us. I can thank her for a wonderful wedding that was flawlessly executed. I would definitely recommend working with Carina & Raleigh NC Weddings.โ€
Kristen C., 2 years ago
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Joyfullyย Coย 
Rating: 5.0 (92 reviews)
Anaheim, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $10

Joyfully Co. was founded with the heart and mission to serve every bride and groom joyfully as they plan for the one of the biggest transitions of their life. With event design, styling, and coordination as our forte, we provide our services to make the planning process as smooth and painless as possible for our couples. Knowing that no couple is the same, we cater to each unique vision and inspiration that they have to conceptualize all the details in order to make their dream wedding a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe got married in October in the OC, and hiring the Joyfully team to help us plan our wedding was one of the best decisions we made! We went with the full-service package as my partner and I both work pretty demanding jobs. In hindsight, we are so glad we opted for the full-service package because doing so saved us so much time and stress. There is still so much you have to do and deal with during wedding planning so it was great to know that we had a team behind us taking care of things and keeping us on track. Blaire was our main planner, and we also worked with Hannah and Sharon along the way. All 3 ladies are so kind, knowledgeable, and overall just a pleasure to work with! With the full-service package, the team connected us with the most amazing vendors at varying price levels, which we appreciated. This saved us SO much time of having to do our own research. We also really appreciated the honest advice they gave us in terms of where to spend vs. where to save. This is the kind of insight that we would've never had on our own and was so valuable to receive from an experienced wedding planner. There were also a few times where Blaire stepped in and advocated on our behalf with some of our vendors which resulted in less stress for us and more money saved. They also worked with us to execute the vision we had in terms of design and aesthetics. Even though we had a few changes of heart with some design elements along the way, the team didn't flinch and gladly adjusted things for us. Joyfully also offers their own rental items (discount included with the full-service package), and renting most of our decor items through them also saved us a lot of time and money (can you sense a theme here?!). Fast forward to our wedding day, everything looked so beautiful and the evening went so smoothly. It was truly the happiest day of our lives! We had always heard horror stories of things going wrong on your wedding day, but for us, none of that happened & if it did, we didn't even know because Blaire and her team took care of it for us. We got so many genuine compliments from our guests about how much they enjoyed our wedding and a lot of that was because of the thoughtful planning efforts of Joyfully Co.! We are truly so grateful for the Joyfully Co. team and wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone searching for a wedding planner!โ€
May K., 2 years ago
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Kristen Caputo Weddings &ย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (90 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Elizabeth City, NC
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,900

Kristen Caputo Weddings & Events is a wedding planning service that curates elevated events for memories that will last a lifetime! We offer everything from full-service planning packages to wedding coordination packages.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œKristen and her team were amazing! We went with Wedding Coordination Package and having her step in 60 days before the wedding and make sure everything was organized was such a great asset during such a stressful time. She helped keep everything on track during the rehearsal and the wedding day! I would 100% recommend using Kristen and her team for your big day!โ€
Zara M., a year ago
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The Simply Elegantย Groupย 
Rating: 5.0 (89 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,975

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe truly had the most incredible experience with our planner, Kay. She stepped in two months out from our wedding and took over every piece of communication, coordinated everything behind the scenes, and ensured that everything was 100% ready before our wedding day. On our wedding weekend she was absolutely incredible. She was so thorough and efficient in coordinating each piece of our day. She was so patient and understanding and handled things head on as they happened. She made sure everything went perfectly to plan and our timelines were executed perfectly. She also is the sweetest human and is so easy to talk to, she makes everyone feel super comfortable. She not only coordinated our entire day but also took so many behind the scene photos for us on our wedding day which were so fun to look at the next day. She can truly do it all! We would absolutely recommend hiring Simply Elegant Group for your wedding planning!โ€
Breanna U., 2 years ago
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Felic Eventsย LLCย 
Rating: 5.0 (89 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Orlando, FL
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $2,000

๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐…๐ž๐ฅ๐ข๐œ ๐„๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ, ๐ฐ๐ก๐ž๐ซ๐ž ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฅ๐ข๐Ÿ๐ž! ๐ˆ'๐ฆ ๐๐š๐ญ๐š๐ฅ๐ข๐ž, ๐จ๐ฐ๐ง๐ž๐ซ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐…๐ž๐ฅ๐ข๐œ ๐„๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐ž๐ซ ๐‡๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐จ๐ซ, ๐ฐ๐ž'๐ซ๐ž ๐๐ž๐๐ข๐œ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฆ๐š๐ค๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฐ๐ž๐๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐๐ซ๐ž๐š๐ฆ๐ฌ ๐š ๐ซ๐ž๐š๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ. ๐–๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ž๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ, ๐ฐ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ž๐ ๐…๐ž๐ฅ๐ข๐œ ๐„๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐จ๐ง๐ž ๐ฆ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ข๐ง ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐: ๐ญ๐จ ๐œ๐ซ๐š๐Ÿ๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ง๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ญ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ซ๐ž๐Ÿ๐ฅ๐ž๐œ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐ž๐š๐œ๐ก ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ž.

โ€œWe booked Felic Events For our Content Creation and Photo Booth on our wedding day & I honestly wish we had came across them way earlier in our planning process because we would have 1000% booked them to be our planners for the entire wedding as well. Not only were they extremely professional, exceptional service and skill, but they were the sweetest and most intentional people throughout the planning process and especially on the big day. Natalie was with me and my bridesmaids most of the time while Hector was tending to the groomsmen which allowed them to not miss a special moment for either of us. They made sure we were hydrated, and constantly helping with literally anything we needed. Natalie truly helped me feel beautiful, calm and taken care of in the most otherwise chaotic moments. I could go on for DAYS about how amazing they are but if you want to have the most enjoyable wedding planning and wedding day, I truly recommend not waiting any longer and booking them now. It will likely be the best investment in your most special day!โ€
Brittany, a year ago
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Premier Partyย Plannersย 
Rating: 5.0 (88 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Raleigh, NC
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,500

Premier Party Planners is a full-service wedding planning and event planning boutique in Raleigh, NC serving the Greater Triangle area with top-quality wedding and event planning for any budget. Our philosophy is that you should feel like a guest at your own event, so we strive to handle all of the difficult and stressful organizational components while allowing you to relax completely and enjoy your event.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMy fiance (now husband) and I worked with Tara for partial planning from March 2024-June 2025. We spoke with Tara early in the planning process and immediately knew she was the perfect planner for us! For starters, Tara is possibly the friendliest person you will ever meet. We could tell from our initial conversation that she knows her stuff - stuff we definitely would not have thought of or been prepared for. She answered every question we had throughout the planning process and helped us understand not only what would be the best decision for our guests, but what would help us keep our wedding authentic to us as a couple. When it looked like we would need to pivot on several things (umbrellas, rain plan, etc.) the week/day of our wedding, Tara kept us informed and kept us calm. From the first phone call we had with her to our grand exit, Tara handled everything with grace and ease. To put it plainly, Tara was the perfect fit for our wedding in every way. Working with Tara was by far the best decision we made throughout wedding planning. We are so grateful to her and the rest of the Premier Party Planners team for executing the best day of our lives. If you think you don't need a wedding planner, you do. If you think you want anyone other than Tara and Premier Party Planners, you don't!โ€
Jenna D., a year ago
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CrystalRose Eventsย LLCย 
Rating: 5.0 (83 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
HARBOR CITY, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $750

At CrystalRose Events, we believe in the power of meaningful connections. Whether it's creating a personalized wedding or event for you and your guests, or designing a memorable brand experience to strengthen customer relationships, our goal is to collaborate with you in crafting a unique and unforgettable experience. Whether it's a one-day celebration like weddings or corporate retreats, or a long-term strategy to enhance your brand through engaging consumer marketing, CrystalRose Events has the expertise and resources to bring your vision to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œIโ€™ve had the pleasure of working with CrystalRose Events many times, and they are truly a fantastic team to collaborate with. As a DJ who works alongside a lot of planners (I've worked with hundreds), I can confidently say they are experienced, professional, and incredibly organized. From the initial planning stages all the way through day-of execution, their coordination is detailed and seamless. Theyโ€™re responsive, proactive, and always make sure every piece of the timeline and vendor team runs smoothly. Their strong vendor relationships and clear communication make a huge difference in creating an amazing experience for everyone involved. They genuinely care about bringing each clientโ€™s vision to life while making the entire planning process feel stress-free not just for them, but for me and the entire vendor team. They make my job easy. Iโ€™m always grateful when I get to work alongside CrystalRose Events and look forward to many more events together!โ€
Christina L., 6 months ago
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Complete Weddings + Events CENTRAL ILย (Coordination)ย 
Rating: 4.9 (80 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
St. Louis, MO
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $1,395

If youโ€™re planning a wedding in St. Louis, then youโ€™ve landed at the right place! Now that youโ€™ve said YES! to spending your life together, you have some exciting decisions ahead. At Complete Weddings + Events, planning weddings and events is what we do best! Weโ€™re here to guide you through the planning process so you can enjoy the big decisions and leave the details to us. Weโ€™ve got all the tools you need to make planning your wedding less of a challenge. Let our team help you pull off the wedding of your dreams!

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O.M.Geeย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (77 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Philadelphia, PA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,100

Hi! My name is Allie Gee and I am the owner of OMGee Events. Since we will be spending a lot of time talking and getting to know each other, I thought I would start by sharing some info about me: I'm a retired professional dancer & current dance teacher. I also modeled & have walked in NYBFW. I'm came out as queer later in life & have been loving every minute of it. I love dyeing my hair different colors. My favorite genres of music are disco, funk, & pop music. My spouse & I love to travel & have visited 9 countries so far. There's no such thing as too many house plants. I have a cat (Filly) & a dog (Finn). I can't wait to get to know you!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œO.M.Gee Events was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, their communication style was professional, clear, concise and detailed, with a bubbly personality that put us at ease. The quality of their work and value was top-notch - they were extremely professional, paid close attention to every detail, and ensured everything was executed quickly and to the highest standard. Allie in particular made our day absolutely perfect, taking care of all the important things so we could just enjoy ourselves. We couldn't have done it without her, and everything was executed exactly how we had dreamed. We are so grateful to the O.M.Gee Events team for making our special day truly unforgettable.โ€
Jennifer W., a year ago
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Married by Maryย Annaย 
Rating: 5.0 (74 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Jarrell, TX
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,050

Meet Mary Anna, the dedicated wedding coordinator serving couples throughout Central Texas. With a passion for crafting unforgettable wedding experiences, MaryAnna is committed to delivering exceptional and budget-friendly services that turn your dreams into reality. Her mission is to make your wedding day as magical as possible without breaking the bank. With her experience and attention to detail, she skillfully transforms your vision into a celebration of love. When you choose Mary Anna, you're not just hiring a wedding coordinator; you're joining a warm and welcoming family dedicated to making your wedding dreams come true.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMary Anna did an incredible job coordinating our wedding. I truly could not have planned it without her. She thinks of every detail and offers advice that you simply will not find through research. She was always quick to respond, stayed on top of every task, and consistently reached out to offer help along the way. I may be biased, but our wedding day felt absolutely perfect, and I owe a huge part of that to Mary Anna. When it turned into a rainy day, she came prepared with umbrellas and handled everything calmly and seamlessly. She has fair pricing, excellent communication, an eye for design, and a genuine passion for what she does. I highly recommend Mary Anna to coordinate your wedding. Photos by Maddysin Green Photographyโ€
Rachel S., 6 months ago
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Elegant Insightย Eventsย 
Rating: 4.9 (72 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Charlotte, NC
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Offer

We have been creating beautiful events since 2016. From amazing weddings to corporate events we are here to help you enjoy your event and leave all the details to us. We are a one stop shop for all event planning. Clients have told us that working with us is "like working with family." If you want someone who is professional, responds quickly and goes the extra mile, please contact us.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI enjoyed working with Rachel and her extremely professional team of full service planners. My experience of the wedding day I worked with these amazing team was that she handled challenges with calm and made for things to go smooth. If you are looking for a full service planner, don't hesitate to hire them! I was impressed and so will you be.โ€
Kalina, 2 years ago
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LSC Eventย Planningย 
Rating: 5.0 (71 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Whippany, NJ
  • Offers 4 services

Every celebration should feel like an extension of your storyโ€”personal, seamless, and full of heart. Our mission is to make you feel like the guest of honor while we handle every detail behind the scenes. โ€‹ With a foundation in Love, Stewardship, and Creativity, we bring your vision to life with effortless elegance. Through collaboration, expert guidance, and a stress-free planning process, we help you savor every moment leading up to your big day and truly be present when it arrives.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œIf I could give Eli a million stars, I would without hesitation. Hiring her was hands down the BEST investment we made for our wedding. She is absolutely iconic in every sense of the word. From day one, Eli brought a level of organization and expertise that made the entire process feel effortless. She anticipated needs before we even knew we had them, handled every detail seamlessly, and somehow made us feel completely at ease the entire time. Her communication was clear, her execution was flawless, and her presence was exactly what you want on such an important day, steady, supportive, and genuinely invested in making everything perfect. On the wedding day itself, I truly donโ€™t know what we would have done without her and her team. Everything flowed beautifully, any potential issues were handled behind the scenes, and we were able to be fully present and soak in every moment. That peace of mind is priceless. Beyond her professionalism, Eli is just an incredible person to have in your corner. She cares deeply, she shows up fully, and she makes you feel like your wedding is the most important one sheโ€™s ever planned. If you donโ€™t think you need a plannerโ€ฆ youโ€™re wrong. Book LSC. It will be the best decision you make. โ€”The Bride Book her. Period. My only regret was not booking her the day we started wedding planning. My wife and I are very organized, type A people both with strong visions especially with our wedding. And yet, Eli surpassed any of our capabilities going above and beyond to bring our dream wedding to life. From the start, Eli combined organization, inspiration, and genuine excitement/joy into a solid feasible plan. Everyone involved in the wedding had a clear roadmap leading up to and on the wedding day. Whenever we ran into obstacles, as life tends to bring, Eli was quick to pivot and find solutions that would be even better than our original ideas. Often, she had multiple solutions for every single scenario we threw at her. In short, I would trust Eli with every single second since the day I proposed. If youโ€™re looking for someone who can see your vision through, organize and execute effectively, and bring genuine joy to you and your future spouseโ€™s lives, you need not look any further than LSC. Iโ€™m not really sure why youโ€™re still reading this and not contacting Eli this very second. Our wedding day was, without exaggeration, PERFECT. And LSC made that happen. โ€”The Groomโ€
Olivia & J., 4 months ago
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Emerald Coastย Marriageย 
Rating: 5.0 (71 reviews)
ยทRatings include Zola and Google reviews
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $100

Emerald Coast Marriage beach weddings specializes in creating elegant and stress-free beach weddings and vow renewals along Florida's Emerald Coast, including Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Panama City Beach, 30A, and Fort Walton. Offering all-inclusive wedding packages, ECM Beach Weddings provides personal planning coordination, Florida marriage license assistance, officiants, fresh floral arrangements, custom ceremony arbors, professional photography, and guest seating. Best way to reach us is to visit our website.

โ€œEmerald Coast Marriage was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication was quick and efficient. The quality of their work was simply stunning - the photos captured all the special moments and emotions of our big day. The Emerald Coast team was professional, friendly, and so helpful throughout the entire process, going above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful memories they helped create for us to cherish forever!!โ€
Luna O., a year ago

About wedding planners

How much does a wedding planner cost?

On average, a full-service wedding planner can cost between $3,000 and $10,000. It depends on where you live and where youโ€™re getting married. Planners in areas with high costs of living, like New York City and San Francisco, may charge upwards of $20,000. If youโ€™re having a destination wedding, consider using a planner local to the areaโ€”youโ€™ll avoid paying extra for travel, accommodations, and meals. Day-of coordinators cost less. They may have a flat fee between $1,000 and $5,000, or charge hourly. Always ask about pricing up front so nothing comes as a surprise later.

What do wedding planners do?

Think of wedding planners as jack-of-all-trades experts when it comes to weddings. Many offer different levels of service to meet your needs. If you just want day-of coordination, for example, your planner will be there to make sure your ceremony and reception go off without a hitch. This may mean setting up vendors or directing your wedding party and guests to make sure everyone is where they need to be at the right time. On the other end of the spectrum, full-service planning may involve:

  • Starting the planning far in advance
  • Budget management
  • Coordinating with your venue
  • Recommending vendors and negotiating contracts
  • Staying on top of trends and making suggestions
  • Ironing out all-important last-minute details
  • Running interference with family members if conflict arises
  • Making a schedule and ensuring everything runs smoothly
  • Executing on your vision, from the rehearsal dinner to the reception

Should we get a wedding planner?

Planners are great resources and can make planning your wedding much less stressful. If youโ€™ve got the budget, a wedding planner is well worth the investment. Planners offer different service levels at varying price points. Choose the amount of help and cost that makes the most sense for you. At the bare minimum, you need someone (hired or delegated) to help manage the event day-of so you will be able to enjoy yourselves without worrying about too many logistics. If you decide to enlist a friend or family member to take on this role, keep in mind that this person will need to prioritize your needs over their own, and will no longer be attending or enjoying the wedding simply as a guest.