Why Hiring a Wedding Planner Doesn’t Mean Losing Control of your Wedding
- melanierevell8
- Jul 11
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 6
I had a bride come to me recently who was feeling completely overwhelmed. She told me she hadn’t booked a wedding planner from the beginning because, in her words, “my friends said I wouldn't be be able to give up control.”
It’s something we hear more often than you’d think and we get it. For many couples, your wedding is one of the most personal, meaningful days of your life. You've been dreaming about it, saving for it, and planning it in your head for months (or even years). Handing over that vision to someone else can feel like giving up part of the magic.
But here’s the truth: working with a wedding planner, especially at Your Story Events, isn’t about giving up control. It’s about supporting you through the process. It’s a calm, collaborative partnership. You stay in the driver’s seat; we simply help you navigate the road.
It’s Not About Taking Over
Let’s clear this up straight away: booking a wedding planner doesn’t mean handing over your wedding and waiting for a surprise on the day. Unless you specifically ask for a fully hands-off, “just tell me when to turn up” kind of service (which some couples do), our role isn’t to take over, it’s to walk alongside you.
We listen to your vision. We learn about you as a couple, your style, your priorities, your must-haves and we help bring it all to life, thoughtfully and calmly. Every decision stays with you. Every budget conversation is yours to approve. We’re simply here to take the stress off your shoulders and make the journey feel lighter.
What a Wedding Planner Really Does
Think of a wedding planner as your professional sounding board, your organised right-hand, and your trusted voice of calm when decisions get noisy. We’re here to:
Offer expert advice and recommend trusted suppliers (especially when you're not sure which supplier to work with or which option fits your budget best)
Take on the admin and logistics so you don’t have to lose sleep over timelines and spreadsheets
Manage communications with suppliers and venues, keeping everything running smoothly
Ensure your wedding day flows exactly as planned, while you stay focused on enjoying it all
A Collaboration, Not a Takeover
Here at Your Story Events, everything we do is shaped around you. Our whole approach is built on the belief that this is your story—we’re here to help tell it beautifully. We work together, and you are always in control of the decisions. Whether it’s choosing your florist, setting your budget, or finalising your timeline, we make sure it reflects your style, your values, and your story.
Working with us you get the day you’ve dreamed of without the overwhelm. And you get to enjoy planning it, rather than dreading it.
Still Unsure? Let’s Talk
If you’ve been feeling like you should be able to do it all on your own, but deep down you're stressed and stretched too thin know that asking for help doesn’t mean giving up control. It means making space to enjoy this special chapter of your life.
If that sounds like what you need, I’d love to hear your story and see how we can shape your perfect day together. Do get in touch with us here or download our brochure below.
