Wedding planning, from your engagement to the moment you say “I Do” is a careful and cherished process. There are so many decisions and details that go into each wedding day and with modern technology there are so many different weddings to add to your vision board. But behind most of the weddings we see as we scroll through social media, is a hard working team of wedding professionals that enable the couple to have their vision come to life. There are so many arguments that we can go over to explain the reasons why hiring a wedding planner. We could probably sit all day discussing this, as we know the value of having a wedding professional’s support – I mean we live it and breathe it on a daily basis! So, we’ve narrowed down our top benefits of hiring a wedding planning professional. 

#01: Save Time & Money 
You’re probably thinking, wait – I have to spend money to hire a wedding planner – how are we actually saving money? Wedding planners can often save their couples money. They are tied to a network of wedding professionals and preferred vendors. They have know vendors that can fit your budget, or may even be able to negotiate some of the costs on your behalf. They are also the little bug in your ear that remind you constantly to stay within your budget. Wedding planners will help you find cost-efficient solutions and ensure that you stay within your budget. Not only do wedding planners save you money, but they handle so many situations that would normally consume your time. Whether they communicate with vendors, handle walk-throughs, find quotes, they coordinate moments behind the scenes, which in turn free up your time. 

#02: Expert Guidance
Wedding planners are experts in the wedding industry. They are professionals in and beyond the local area. Many have years of experience, be sure to ask for their portfolio and client testimonies during your initial consults! But, they have been through thick and thin, know what professionals to work with and stay clear of. They can provide insight on how to make your wedding come to life, and how to fit it all within your budget. They offer a level of creativity as well as an effective guide through the whole process. 

#03: Vendor Meetings and Selections 
Selecting vendors that are right for your vision, as well as your budget, can be the most difficult part of the process. Wedding planners will help you meet and select vendors that will help make your wedding a success. Trust me, they know who and who not to work with. They will ensure that you are working with vendors that fit within your budget, are qualified professionals, and are able to support your wedding vision. Not only do wedding planners support you with selecting vendors, they can be in charge of all communications leading up to your wedding. They finalize plans, attend vendor planning meetings, ensure that everyone is aware of the timeline for the day, and that the gap for miscommunications are closed. 

#04: Emergency Planning
Emergencies and problems can arise. As much as we hate to see them happen, they do happen, life happens after all. Wedding planners can support any problems that occur along the wedding planning road and help navigate these tricky situations that may arise on your wedding day with grace. Many times, we handle these emergencies so quickly and effectively that the couple are blissfully unaware that anything occurred until after the wedding day.

#05: Overall Experience Enhancement 
One of the best reasons to hire a wedding planner is they enhance your overall experience and your guests. You and your partner are a priority and so are your guests’ comfort and overall experience. We support and field any questions your guests may have and we work to create a welcoming environment. You’ve got a question? We will find an answer. Our goal is for everyone to feel comfortable so the focus can be on celebrating you and your partners’ love! 

#06: Keeping Things on Time
Timelines are so important on your wedding day! We create timelines from the start to finish, and we mean when the doors close! A wedding planner has the knowledge and expertise to create a timeline that will ensure your wedding day goes according to plan. This includes what time vendors will arrive, when your bridesmaids need to be at hair and makeup, down to how long your dad will have to toast. Wedding planners keep your wedding day running like a smooth working machine. 

#07: Stress Free Day 
On your wedding day, we want you and your partner to enjoy your special day without stress. All logistics and problem-solving should be left to us, the professionals. Wedding planners coordinate the events, ensure that everything runs smoothly, handle scheduling, and deal with anything that may go wrong during the event. Our team always tells our couples that we want them to have a stress-free day where they can focus on enjoying their celebration without any worry. If there is any sole benefit for hiring a wedding planner, this would be it – to ensure that you don’t spend your day worrying. We want your day to be enjoyable and stress-free. 

If you’re on the fence about hiring a wedding planner for your 2025 wedding, we beg you to lean towards hiring someone. There are so many benefits, even beyond this list. Wedding planners handle so many situations behind the scenes to ensure that you can truly enjoy your wedding day. We ensure that everything runs well, stays within your budget, help you select vendors that fit your needs and your wants, and create a stress-free day in which you can truly just enjoy. There are countless benefits to hiring a wedding professional, so if you’re just embarking on this journey – please schedule a consultation today. 

Lori Losee is the owner of Elegant Affairs, a Tacoma Wedding Planner with over 19 years of experience. We create awe-inspiring experiences—Events filled with meaning and refined elegance. Behind the scenes, our experienced team collaborates on each stage of the process, executing your vision and a wedding, celebration, or corporate event that is unique to you.