wedding planner

American

[wed-ing plan-er] / ˈwɛd ɪŋ ˌplæn ər /

noun

a person whose profession is the planning and organization of weddings.

A good wedding planner knows that the final word on invitations, venues, caterers, flowers, and music belongs to the couple.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

wedding planners

plural

Etymology

Origin of wedding planner

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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Page Six linked the duo to discreet wedding planner Mark Seed, and multiple outlets report that the couple required guests to sign a strict nondisclosure agreement before receiving any confidential information.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

When a newlywed clashed with his wedding planner, Marchand helped the groom walk off his bad mood, driving slowly behind him in a golf cart and periodically offering water.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

"It's time to call in the ultimate wedding planner," said in a joint post on her official Instagram account and that of Martha Stewart Weddings.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2025

She was also our location scout, wedding planner and even our tour guide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2025

“Pop-up anything will always run the risk of unforeseen issues,” said Danielle Lea, a wedding planner based in Indianapolis.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2024

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