wedding planner

American  

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

noun

1. 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.

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Etymology

Origin of wedding planner

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Grooms have shown Boston-based wedding planner Keri Ketterer Walter a specific tartan, a herringbone fabric swatch and “wallpaper that kind of looked like the scales of a trout” for decor inspiration, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Mrs Underwood's mother had arranged the surprise drone show with help from the couple's wedding planner – who had suggested it as a "wow factor" component of the day.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025

Sarah Blessinger, an L.A.-based wedding planner who specializes in events with 100 guests or less, says people often underestimate the cost of weddings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2024

“I am in shock,” wrote Andrew Roby, a wedding planner.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2024

The Knot survey follows a similar report last week from online wedding planner Zola that found the average U.S. wedding this year will cost $29,000, up $1,000 from last year.

From Washington Times • Jun. 5, 2023