If you’re newly engaged, you’ve probably asked yourself some version of this question:  What exactly does a wedding planner do?  Or maybe:  What are the responsibilities of a wedding planner, really? From the outside, wedding planning can look like mood boards, venue tours, and someone making sure the flowers show up.  But in reality, a […]

Events, Services, Weddings

June 22, 2026

What Exactly Does a Wedding Planner Do? (Pre-Wedding Edition)

When I was in kindergarten, my teacher asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up.  I told her I wanted to be a flower shop owner.  Why you may ask? Well, I believed that flowers brought people happiness and I wanted to make others smile.  Now, you would think that I would […]

Learn, Services, Weddings

June 22, 2026

A Day in the Life of A Wedding Planner: What We Do So You Can Say “I Do!” (Wedding Day Edition)

One story we hear time and time again is Catholic couples booking their reception venue before starting marriage prep… only to find out that you won’t finish Pre-Cana in time for your wedding date. Now, you have the infamous dilemma: do you give up your dream venue or your sacred ceremony?  As a wedding planner, […]

Events, Faith, Religious Weddings, Services, Wedding Coordination, Weddings

June 16, 2026

Keeping it Sacred: Why Catholic Couples Need a Wedding Coordinator (Not Just a Church Coordinator)

So you’re designing a custom engagement ring for your proposal, and don’t know where to start? First, take a deep breath. You’re not alone. One of the biggest misconceptions about custom engagement rings is that “custom” automatically means extravagant. In reality, designing a custom ring isn’t about spending more money. It’s about creating something intentional. […]

JJE Advice, Learn, Proposals, Services

June 11, 2026

Designing a Custom Engagement Ring for Your Proposal

So you just got engaged! First of all, congrats! Second of all, BEWARE of the venue that advertises a “wedding coordinator included” with the rental fees. 90% of the time, this “perk” is actually a venue coordinator disguised as a wedding coordinator. I’m not saying don’t book the venue (so don’t panic if you already […]

Events, Industry Education, Learn, Services, Wedding Coordination, Weddings

June 10, 2026

Is your Venue’s Coordinator a True Wedding Coordinator?

So you’re OFFICIALLY engaged and excited to plan your special day… Until the big, daunting question arises: what kind of wedding planner should I hire?! And what is even the difference between a wedding planner vs a wedding coordinator? Well, you’ve come to the right place and we are so glad you asked! In order […]

Events, Full Service, Industry Education, Learn, Partial Planning, Services, Wedding Coordination, Weddings

June 8, 2026

Wedding Planner vs Wedding Coordinator: What’s the Difference and What’s the Right Fit for Me