Lissa Marie Weddings and Events
Service levels: Full-service planning
About Lissa Marie Weddings and Events
Lissa Marie Weddings and Events
Hi there, I'm Melissa, but I go by Lissa. Welcome to my little corner of the internet- I'm so glad that you're here! I know that wedding planning can be a daunting process but I'm here to help navigate you through all of the craziness that comes with planning a wedding. I'm your planning BFF and hype-girl from the moment you get engaged to cheering you on as you bust a move on your wedding day! As a wedding planner and bridesmaid (x 10), I've seen pretty much every crazy scenario and I've got your back no matter what because you deserve the best experience possible!
I love learning about what’s most important to you and your partner on your wedding day and incorporating that into all of the unique details. I’m here to help make planning fun and easy so you can actually ENJOY your day without the constant anxiety of worrying about what will happen if something goes wrong because we've got this! If you're a fun-loving, down-to-earth couple who love dogs, Saturdays at the vineyard and finding the best place for takeout.


Services by planning level
| Full-service planning | Partial planning | Day-of coordination / wedding management | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planning begins | 12 Months out | 12 Months out | 12 Months out |
| Event Styling & Design | |||
| Budget Planning | |||
| Venue Recommendations | |||
| Vendor Selection | |||
| Vendor Management | |||
| Contract Review | |||
| Rentals & Linens | |||
| Invites & Stationery | |||
| RSVP Tracking | |||
| Wedding Website | |||
| Wedding Favors & Accessories | |||
| Accommodation Coordination | |||
| Venue Visits | |||
| Final Venue Walkthrough | |||
| Timeline Creation & Management | |||
| Onsite Event Management | |||
| Transportation Coordination | |||
| Pricing | Starts at $9,494 | Starts at $4,350 | Starts at $2,850 |
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
27 reviews
- MR
Maddie R.
Erin and Lissa are amazing!
This is the dream team! We worked closely with both Lissa and Erin and had an incredible experience. Lissa was extremely helpful when searching for vendors and communicating my needs. She helped make sure my vision was captured. Erin was remarkable on the wedding day, and a life savor in the months/weeks leading up the the big day. She was there for me, night and day, and helped with every stressful decision and task. She went above and beyond to ensure I could enjoy my wedding day and make core memories with my friends and family, stress-free. One of the things that makes this team so special is that their care and dedication do not end when the wedding day is over. Lissa and Erin continue to keep in touch, check in on their couples, and make sure you feel supported. The fact that they remain so invested in their clients long after the wedding speaks volumes about who they are and how genuinely they care about the relationships they build. You are not just another couple to them; you become people they truly care about, and that level of thoughtfulness is so rare and special.
Lissa Scotto-Chang•Oct 21, 2026Our hearts are so so fully after reading this, Maddie, you are truly the best! We are so incredibly thankful to have met you and Andrew, even more thrilled we were able to experience planning your wedding together! Thank you for giving us your full faith and trust to make magic for you guys. Cheers to the beautiful new life you have together!
- MB
Melanie B.
Best Coordinator Ever!
From our first conversation with Lissa Marie Weddings and Events, we knew we had found the right planner for us. Erin was responsive and genuinely interested in understanding what our wedding day meant to us, making us feel heard throughout the entire process. She created an amazing timeline that kept everything running smoothly, and her eye for detail showed in every aspect of the planning. Erin's thoughtful approach made what could have been stressful into something we actually enjoyed. She went above and beyond to make sure our day felt personal and special. We can't recommend Erin and Lissa Marie Weddings and Events enough.
- KM
Kathleen M.
Such a great investment!!
We made the decision to hire Lissa for partial wedding planning and I am SO thankful that we did that!!! From our first meeting until well after our wedding day, Lissa was so supportive, communicative, friendly, fun, professional, and helped to make our special day come to life in the best way!! She made the planning process so easy and took care of everything during our wedding weekend, so we and our loved ones could be fully present in the moment. I highly highly recommend hiring Lissa, as her depth of knowledge and professionalism are truly unmatched!
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Isaac G.
Lissa is awesome, responsive, knowledgeable
Lissa was awesome to work with as our part time wedding planner. We had a great experience working with Lissa! Lissa was organized, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. We live in California, so it was very helpful to have Lissa's understanding of the DC area wedding scene. Lissa had a great list of vendor recommendations and coordinated seamlessly with all of them, so we didn't have to worry about it. She kept us focused and stayed calm, giving us confidence that she had everything handled (which she did of course). On the wedding day, Lissa and her team were exceptional. They kept the timeline running smoothly, kept us in the loop on the schedule, and allowed us to enjoy the day with family and friends. Lissa was great at planning the wedding before the wedding day, but she was even better on the wedding day, which was really important. Being care free on the wedding day was a big help and very nice! Lissa is awesome, and I'd definitely recommend her. We are very grateful we worked with Lissa for our wedding!
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Aly
Partial Planning Package but Full Support
We did partial planning while both working full time, and we worried about balancing it all — but Lissa's team made it easy. They were reasonably priced and went above and beyond at every turn: knowledgeable, responsive, and always willing to chase down the vendors we wanted. Our coordinator, Erin, was brilliant. Organized, on top of every detail, and someone we trusted completely. When she had to step out at the last minute, Juliana picked things up seamlessly — her attention to detail was incredible, and she coordinated our day-of activities beautifully. Thanks to this team, our wedding day was everything we hoped for. Five stars without hesitation.
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