Why are wedding planners so expensive?

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “Why are wedding planners so expensive… and what do they even do?” You’re not alone.

When you’re already investing in photography, a DJ, catering, florals, attire — it’s completely natural to look at your budget and wonder why you should add another vendor to the list. It’s not like a planner is the photo album you’ll flip through for decades, the song that fills the dance floor, or the meal your guests rave about.

But here’s the thing: a planner is the reason all of that comes together seamlessly.

Planners bring your vendor team together. We coordinate with your DJ, photographer, caterer, venue, and everyone in between so you don’t have to spend your engagement fielding emails and managing logistics. We build your timeline from start to finish. We think through the details you didn’t even know needed thinking through. We understand your vision and make sure every moving part aligns with it.

On your wedding day, do you really want to be answering vendor questions? Tracking down the missing boutonniere? Adjusting the timeline when hair and makeup runs late? Or would you rather be fully present with your family and friends?

When a wedding flows beautifully and everything feels effortless, it’s easy to assume it “just worked out.” I promise you — it didn’t just happen. There was someone behind the scenes making calls, solving problems quietly, keeping everyone on schedule, and protecting your peace.

You’re investing a significant amount into this one special day. Having someone manage that investment and ensure it’s executed well isn’t an extra — it’s protection.

You deserve to enjoy your wedding. You deserve a strong team. And you deserve someone whose entire role is to make sure your day unfolds the way you dreamed it would.

Do yourself a favor — make the investment in a planner. Your future, stress-free self will thank you.