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How Involved Do I Need to Be If I Hire a Wedding Planner?

If you’re asking this, you’re exactly our kind of client. Smart. Curious. Busy. You want a celebration that feels personal, without becoming your full-time job.

So here’s the honest answer: With Well-Dressed Events, you get to choose your level of involvement.

What does “full-service” actually mean?

At Well-Dressed Events, both of our packages are full-service. That means we’re involved from the very beginning, helping you make smart decisions in the right timeline so everything comes together seamlessly. It’s not about us doing everything for you. It’s about giving you the right support so planning doesn’t spiral into something overwhelming or chaotic.

Choose your level of involvement

The Full Edit: This one’s for our ultra-busy clients who want the decision-making streamlined. You’ll give input, set priorities, and show up for the moments that matter (like tastings and fittings). We’ll do the rest.

The Select: This is for Type A clients who want to stay involved in pieces that they feel they have the bandwidth for like vendor research and outreach, but value expert guidance and a soundboard and someone trusted to bring them across the finish line. We collaborate early, then take over fully at the 90-day mark.

We’re here for all of it, not just the logistics

Your planner isn’t just your timeline person. We’re the sounding board, the friend-who’s-done-this-before, and the person who holds space when you need to vent about your future MIL or whether to skip the guest book. We guide you gracefully through the emotional weight of planning.

Real Example: A NYC couple with opposite schedules

One of our Full Edit couples worked intense hours and lived in different cities for most of their engagement. They trusted us to manage everything: budget, vendor comms, even their rehearsal dinner. They made the big calls, and we filled in the blanks.

TL;DR: You don’t need to do it all

Our job is to match your pace. You stay involved where you want to. We keep the process easy, the vibe calm, and the whole experience totally yours.

Well-Dressed Events is based in Jersey City, NJ and serves couples across NJ, NYC, the Hudson Valley, and starting in 2026, North Carolina.

Mini FAQ

Do I have to give up control if I hire a planner?

Not at all. You stay involved in what matters most to you. We support, guide, and handle the rest.

What if I want to be really hands-off?

That’s exactly what The Full Edit is for. You approve, we execute.

Will I still make the creative decisions?

Yes. We offer design support that aligns with your taste. You won’t be forced into anything.

Can I change my level of involvement mid-planning?

We’re flexible. Your needs might shift, and we adjust to match.

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