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Best Wedding Planners in Lexington, KY

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Lexington Wedding Planners on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Lexington, KY 40509

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Google
5.0 (7)
Yelp
5.0 (1)

Why choose this provider?

Doug Smith Designs + Events has years of experience in the wedding industry under the leadership of Doug Smith and Glenn Blind. The Lexington company specializes in unique wedding flowers, bouquets, and decor ideas. Other options available include wedding coordinating services and invitations. Doug Smith Designs + Events is a proud member of Simply Love Studio and earned Wedding Wire’s Couples Choice Award in 2016. Satisfied couples reported “took it above and beyond what we envisioned,” “no one else could have helped me pull off such a beautiful wedding ceremony followed by a magical reception,” and “brought all of our ideas to life and we couldn’t have been happier.” Professional endorsements added “great to work with vendors that you can mutually rely on,” “consummate, creative professionals that will lend your wedding that extra bit of class,” and “look forward to collaborating with you all again in the very near future.”

Nicholasville, KY 40356

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Facebook
5.0 (11)
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5.0 (1)

Why choose this provider?

Sherwood Design and Events is a family owned and operated wedding and event planning company providing their services to Lexington and beyond for more than three decades. Lead designers, Peggy and Hunter, believe every special event begins with beautiful floral designs and custom details for engagement parties, corporate events, memorial celebrations, black-tie affairs, and more. The company offers a variety of decoratives in every style and taste from classic to modern. Wedding rental options include crystal chandeliers, large gold mirrors, bird cages, and much more to create the perfect setting. Satisfied clients stated “beautiful floral designs,” “couldn’t have asked for anything more,” and “always so creative and fabulous.” Sherwood Design and Events was the headline sponsor for the Art of Entertaining event planners showcase in 2013.

Lexington, KY 40511

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4.8 (34)
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5.0 (21)

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Refined Social Events & Productions is a full-service event planning and design firm in Lexington with nearly three decades of experience in the execution of events including corporate dinners, private parties, weddings, fundraisers, and more. The company has appeared in several local and international publications including Style Me Pretty, Kentucky Bride, and InStyle Magazine and named as one of the top three finalists in event design categories for three consecutive years by The Special Events Gala Awards.

Lexington, KY 40507

Why choose this provider?

LexEffect is an event management company in Lexington specializing in entertainment driven events including weddings, corporate events, fundraising, music and dining festivals, and other unique public and private gatherings. Other company sponsored events include farm-to-table dining programs, charity events, retreats, concerts, holiday events, street fairs, cocktail parties, and concierge services for out of town visitors. Event management services include public relations, graphic design, registration and ticketing support, marketing services, videography, and photography, and more. LexEffect offers non-profits in Lexington free event coordination and management services and received Commerce Lexington Inc.’s Young Entrepreneur Award in 2016. Clients reported “unbelievable job on my most recent event,” “an invaluable resource for event planning,” and “a great job of bringing together local foods and local chefs.” LexEffect welcomes aspiring event coordinators and planners to apply for internship positions during the fall, spring, and summer terms to demonstrate their abilities before joining the company.

Compare our Top Wedding Planners

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Doug Smith Designs + Events
Lexington, KY 40509
Sherwood Design and Events
Nicholasville, KY 40356
Refined Social Events & Design
Lexington, KY 40511
LexEffect
Lexington, KY 40507

FAQs

  • Introduction

    A wedding planner can be a significant help on your special day. The happy couple and their closest loved ones should be able to enjoy their wedding day without worries. A wedding planner eases the burden off the couple, handles any problems that arise during the planning process and on the wedding day, and helps to put on a fantastic wedding.

  • How do you become a wedding planner?

    There are courses and diplomas people can take to become a certified wedding planner; however, it’s not necessary. Regardless of if an individual gets a certification, the most essential step is to gain experience. Most wedding planners start by doing a few free weddings to build a portfolio. That portfolio can be used to promote the business and attract new clients.

  • How much does a wedding planner cost?

    The national average cost of a wedding planner in 2019 was $1,500. However, it should be noted that this can vary dramatically. Average costs can vary from state to state. Additionally, factors such as the size of the wedding, the level of planning, the extravagance of the wedding, and the wedding planner’s experience can all change pricing.

  • Do wedding planners have specialties?

    Yes, wedding planners can have specialties. For example, some wedding planners may specialize in destination weddings. Or wedding planners can specialize in the extent of wedding support they offer. A day-of-coordinator will only arrive on the day of the wedding and help during the day. In comparison, a complete wedding planner will help with the planning and execution of the wedding.

  • How do you know if you need a wedding planner?

    Hiring a wedding planner is a personal choice. Ultimately, the wedding couple needs to decide if they have the budget for a planner and if they believe the investment to be worth it. For example, some people enjoy planning events, so they wouldn’t need a wedding planner. Conversely, planning stresses other people, so it might be a task they want to outsource.

  • Is there a certification to become a wedding planner?

    The wedding planning certification industry is “largely unregulated.” This means that while you can get a wedding planner certification, it might not always be from a qualified source. One trusted source is the certification from the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners.  

    A certification can be a great asset, but there are many qualified wedding planners who don’t have a certification.

  • How do you find a destination wedding planner?

    Planning a destination wedding is very different from planning a local wedding. You’ll want to find someone who has experience organizing a destination wedding.

    Many destinations offer an in-house wedding planner. However, if you need to find your own destination wedding planner, local Facebook wedding groups are an excellent place to ask for referrals.