If you’re currently considering hiring a wedding planner, you might be feeling slightly overwhelmed or unsure about the cost and commitment involved. I completely understand, planning your dream wedding should feel exciting and creative, not stressful. That’s exactly where we come in by taking away the overwhelm, simplifying the process, and providing genuine value at every step of your wedding planning journey.
When you first begin planning your wedding day – especially a luxury marquee wedding – you’ll quickly realise just how many moving parts there are to organise. It can be all-consuming, tiring, and frustrating if you haven’t planned something to this scale before. But with myself and my team by your side, you’ll have a completely different wedding planning experience that feels fun and exciting. We bring expertise, clarity, and a calm approach, ensuring you can genuinely enjoy your engagement and lead up to your wedding day.
Choosing to invest in a wedding planner means you’re receiving professional advice born from years of experience, complete peace of mind, and the confidence that every single detail of your celebration will be executed flawlessly. But naturally, your next question might be: what does that investment look like financially, and what are the options?
In this blog, I’ll share exactly how wedding planning fees typically work within the UK luxury wedding market.
How does a wedding planner fit into your budget?
Hiring a full-service wedding planner in the UK involves allocating around 10% of your overall wedding budget. This approach ensures your investment directly matches the scale, complexity, and level of service your event requires. For larger, more intricate celebrations like multi-day marquee weddings or events spread across multiple venues, you might expect this percentage to be a little higher at around 15%.
Whether you prefer a flat-rate fee or a percentage-based structure, I generally recommend allocating at least 10% of your total budget toward your wedding planner. This ensures you receive comprehensive support, top-tier service, and all the benefits that come with working alongside an experienced professional team.
You can check out our full wedding planning pricing here which is 10-12% of your overall wedding budget.
Understanding different wedding planning pricing structures
Percentage based fees
In the luxury wedding industry, many reputable planners choose a percentage-based fee model, often paired with a minimum spend requirement. The minimum spend varies between planners and depends on factors like their reputation, years of experience, specific niche skills, location, and the complexity of the weddings they regularly handle.
Flat rate fees
Some planners offer flat fee structures, which at first glance might appear simpler and easy to shop around for the lowest price. However it’s essential to be cautious when looking into flat rate fees. If a planner’s fee seems unusually low, it’s likely that they’re new to the industry, lack certain professional accreditations, or don’t yet have established connections with high-quality suppliers.
Ultimately, there’s no single “right” pricing model, it’s all about finding what’s best suited to your personal preferences, budget, and expectations. Percentage-based fees are typically associated with comprehensive, full-service planning, providing a luxurious, stress-free experience. Flat fees, meanwhile, offer clear upfront pricing, though again, quality often directly correlates with cost.
LMJ Fees
At LMJ Weddings, we offer a tailored, bespoke approach to every couple we work with. Our percentage based fees are carefully considered based on your unique requirements, the scale of your event, the venue’s location, and the specific expertise needed to bring your vision to life.
Additionally, we provide on-the-day coordination services. The fee here is usually a fixed amount but may vary slightly depending on factors such as your guest count, venue location, and how many team members are required to ensure everything runs smoothly on your big day.
How to make your wedding planning investment manageable
Most couples book a full-service wedding planner around 12–18 months before their wedding date, especially for marquee weddings and weekend-long events. Booking ahead not only secures your preferred dates and suppliers but also allows your investment to be spread comfortably across several months, making your payments manageable and not overwhelming.
The LMJ Weddings approach
When you choose to work with me and my dedicated LMJ Team, you’re not simply paying for administrative tasks or supplier coordination, you’re investing in years of specialist knowledge, creativity, industry connections, and invaluable peace of mind.
You’ll gain direct access to our carefully curated network of exceptional suppliers, benefit from our insights into maximising your wedding budget, and discover creative solutions that bring your dream celebration to life in a truly unforgettable way.
Transparency sits at the heart of everything we do at LMJ Weddings. Unlike some planners who might earn commissions from suppliers (potentially inflating your costs), we always prioritise your best interests. Our honest, open approach fosters genuine trust ensuring every recommendation we make aligns perfectly with your unique vision, style, and budget.
The relationship you’ll build with me and my team is warm, personal, and collaborative. We’re here to feel like trusted friends through every stage of your wedding planning journey.
The value of a luxury marquee wedding planner
If you value hours of saved time, a team to rely on and a friend you can share emotional struggles with, we are the experts that can make your wedding planning journey feel exciting, creative and supportive.
With my team handling all the behind-the-scenes logistics, negotiations, permits, timelines, and last-minute details, you can fully enjoy being engaged. We ensure you avoid common pitfalls while helping you maximise your budget.
If you’re ready to explore exactly what your wedding planning investment might look like, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us today to receive your personalised, no-obligation wedding planning. You’ll receive a detailed breakdown, payment installation options and an outline on how we’ll ensure your day is perfect in every way.
I can’t wait to hear from you!
