N. Marie Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 3

About N. Marie Events

N. Marie Events

Lead Planner

At N. Marie Events, we’re dedicated to creating authentic, personalized, and unforgettable weddings that reflect the unique love stories, values, and visions of our clients. Serving DC, Maryland, and Virginia, every celebration is thoughtfully crafted to ensure every detail aligns with what matters most, creating a meaningful and memorable experience.

What sets N. Marie Events apart is our dedication to creating authentic, personalized weddings that reflect each couple’s unique love story and vision. We truly enjoy working closely with our couples, incorporating the elements that are most important to them. With a focus on flawless logistics, we ensure every detail aligns perfectly, creating a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

In three words: Calm, Collaborative, Empathetic

Services by planning level

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Service available for an extra cost

	Full-service planning	Partial planning	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	For: Couples seeking a completely seamless, full-service planning experience. From the first consultation to the final moments, we are with you every step of the way—curating your design, managing vendors, and overseeing all logistics. We ensure your wedding is thoughtfully executed and a true reflection of your love.	For: Couples who have started planning but need expert guidance to bring it all together. We work alongside you to refine your vision, help with vendor choices, and manage the details. Our goal is to ensure your wedding day reflects your unique love story, stress-free and exactly as you envision.	For Couples who want to fully enjoy their day, knowing every detail is taken care of. We step in to manage all logistics, vendor coordination, and the timeline—ensuring everything flows effortlessly. On your wedding day, we handle the details so you can focus on the moments that matter most.
Planning begins		9 Months out	3 Months out
Vendor Management
Contract Review
Transportation Coordination
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Vendor Selection
Accommodation Coordination
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Wedding Website
Pricing	Starts at $8,500	Starts at $4,500	Starts at $2,750

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Rating: 5.0

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Emily
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Oct 2, 2026
Highly recommend!
As a florist, working with N. Marie Events as a fellow vendor has been fantastic. Zaakira’s calm and disarming approach puts her clients (and fellow vendors!) at ease, making the entire wedding planning process feel manageable rather than overwhelming. She has a shrewd design eye and can take the lead on our creative concepts, transforming couples’ visions into cohesive designs that flow seamlessly throughout the day. What really stands out is her attention to thoughtful details and clear, calm communication. I'd recommend N. Marie Events to any couple looking for a planner who combines creativity with genuine care.
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Frances
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Jul 27, 2026
Get Zaakira as your planner!
From a fellow vendor's POV: When planning a wedding, getting-ready hours can get hectic fast, and it is so important to have calm, grounded people in the room with you. Zaakira was exactly that for the couple and fellow vendors. Everything was mapped out and communicated ahead of time, so none of us vendors were left wondering what came next. There was a moment when the bride was having a vulnerable moment. Zaakira quietly stepped in with her calm energy and the rest of the room never even knew there was a moment at all. Someone who can hold space for detailed logistics, big emotions and last minute changes is exactly the planner you need which is why I'd recommend Zaakira's planning services to my closest friends without hesitation.
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Lauren
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Dec 5, 2025
Highly Recommended!
Zaakira’s professionalism, organization, and genuine care for every detail are truly remarkable. With N. Marie Events, she is incredibly attentive and gives her all to ensure each couple’s day unfolds exactly as planned. Her calm demeanor and dedication make her a joy to work with and a true asset to any wedding team.
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Akil K.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Dec 4, 2025
Excellent logistics and planning!
I had an amazing experience working with Zaakira from N. Marie Events! She stepped in to handle vendor scouting for our clients in Cartagena, Colombia, and absolutely nailed it. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, super organized, and pays attention to every detail. She crafted a clear, thorough timeline for our clients’ vow renewal and even helped coordinate travel logistics for their guests. Highly recommend working with her!