To satisfy the increasing demand for outstanding service, customisation, and attention to detail, event planning firms and venues worldwide have emerged as leaders in producing wedding experiences to remember. The greatest planners and venues combine elegance, logistical know-how, and creativity in a seamless way to make sure that every aspect of the event—from the ceremony to the reception—is expertly planned.
In this expert roundup, thought leaders share their insights on the top wedding event brands that stand out for delivering exceptional experiences. We’d love to hear your thoughts as well—let us know which companies you believe set the gold standard in wedding planning.
Dhalia Events Creates Magical Experiences
I’ve seen Dhalia Events create absolutely magical experiences that go way beyond typical wedding planning—they transformed an old warehouse into an enchanted forest complete with hanging gardens and interactive art installations for one of my client’s weddings. Their ability to weave personal stories into every detail, like incorporating family heirlooms as centerpieces or creating custom lighting designs that reflect the couple’s journey together, really sets them apart from other planners I’ve worked with in the events industry.
Austin Taylor, Founder, All Exhibit
The Little Nell Offers Bespoke Weddings
I’ve seen the power of personalized service and attention to detail. When you think about an unforgettable wedding experience, the right venue can lift the event just as an exquisite chandelier transforms a room. While lighting isn’t a wedding venue, a company like The Little Nell in Aspen comes to mind. They excel in creating bespoke weddings with a focus on custom services and meticulous planning.
Michael Eftekhar, CEO, LBX Lighting
The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto Provides Tailored Experiences
For unmatched, tailored experiences, I’d highlight The Ritz-Carlton in Kyoto. Their attention to detail is remarkable. They personalize every element, from guest greetings to curated decor, creating an unforgettable experience. Seeing this level of dedication in a venue inspires us to continually enhance our own standards of service.
George Silagadze, Co-founder & CEO, Photo2painting
Sarah Haywood Excels
In the realm of wedding planning, Sarah Haywood is renowned for crafting bespoke, high-end weddings. Based in London, her team is celebrated for delivering creative, magical experiences with outstanding service, ensuring each event is unique and meticulously planned.
Alex Cornici, Marketing Manager, Feed Pic
Easton Events Highly Recommended by Vendors
There are plenty of amazing wedding venues around the world—and it’s not so much about the venue that delivers unforgettable experiences / personalized service and meticulous attention to detail as much as it is the vendors that are hired for the wedding. This leads to the ultimate question of who is the best wedding event planning company?
In my opinion, that would go to Easton Events. They are consistently ranked as one of the best in the industry by wedding vendors, especially wedding photographers and videographers who work with them very closely both before the wedding day doing side by side timeline planning preparation—as well as on the day of. Easton is highly recommended by all the top photographers in the US, such as Jose Villa and KT Merry and they are also one of the event planners listed on Harper’s Bazaar!
John Ether, Owner, Ether Photography
Firefly Events Adds Personal Touch
The wedding company I believe delivers an unforgettable experience is Firefly Events. They aren’t as widely known as some of the bigger names in event planning, but they add a personal, thoughtful touch to each wedding they organize. Firefly Events is known for working closely with couples to create highly personalized experiences, blending creativity with the couple’s vision. You can see it in the way they bring out personal details in their designs, so each event feels like a true reflection of the couple, rather than a standard, one-size-fits-all approach.
Shaun Bettman, Chief Mortgage Broker, Eden Emerald Mortgages
The Crane Estate Offers Picturesque Backdrop
If I were to choose a perfect wedding venue, it would be The Crane Estate in Ipswich, MA. This venue stands out with its historic architecture and carefully maintained gardens, providing a picturesque backdrop.
Joe Dogherty, Owner, D&G Landscaping
Colin Cowie Lifestyle Designs Dream Weddings
One of the global leaders in wedding and occasion event planning services providers with a focus on creating unique experiences, individualized service and exceptional execution is Colin Cowie Lifestyle. Colin Cowie and his team specialize in designing one-of-a-kind dream weddings and he has made a name for himself in bringing a couple’s dream to life. From the selection of remarkable locations and creation of stunning interiors, seamless organization of personal entertainment and exquisite cuisine selection, the company shines at logistics. Featuring celebrity clients and years of experience, Colin Cowie Lifestyle is more than capable of providing unforgettable wedding events for everybody.
Sumit Raghav, Event and Exhibition Planner, NS Events and Exhibitions Fzc.
Emma Jane Weddings Delivers Exceptional Service
The wedding industry is certainly brimming with talent and because of this, there are many wedding planners who truly excel in their craft. But what defines an outstanding wedding planner? An exceptional planner brings a wide range of skills to the table: an eye for design and aesthetics, superb organizational abilities, a reliable network of trusted contacts (or a little black book, as you might know it), a consistently calm presence, and the ability to navigate challenging or emotionally charged situations with grace and tact. These qualities form the foundation of my company’s approach to every event.
In my own work, I strive to deliver the same meticulous attention to detail, creative vision, and personalized care to every wedding. It’s this dedication that ensures, time and time again, that each couple feels their day is as exceptional and unforgettable as they’ve always envisioned. Any couple working with us would realize straight away that they are truly in the best possible hands.
Emma Aldridge, Destination Wedding Planner, Emma Jane Weddings
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Alignment with the UN SDGs
The expert roundup of wedding event companies aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing both responsible and innovative practices in the wedding industry:
- Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8): Companies such as Easton Events and Firefly Events create opportunities for skilled workers, including photographers, designers, and planners. By prioritizing collaboration and ensuring high-quality service, they contribute to the growth of the events industry and stimulate local economies through job creation and partnerships with small businesses.
- Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11): Many wedding planning companies, like Firefly Events, focus on creating personalized experiences that also consider the environmental impact. Their careful attention to detail can include sustainable practices, such as using eco-friendly materials, which in turn promotes responsible consumption and production.
- Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17): The success of these businesses is often driven by strong partnerships, both within the industry and with external collaborators. Colin Cowie Lifestyle, for example, excels by working with a wide range of service providers to bring together highly personalized wedding experiences. This fosters a network of collaboration and shared responsibility to achieve better outcomes across the wedding sector.
By integrating sustainable practices, fostering local economic growth, and encouraging partnerships, these companies contribute to key UN SDGs that promote responsible practices, job creation, and collaboration within the global wedding planning industry.
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