Wedding Planner
Missions
Plan, design and coordinate luxury weddings — modern, traditional, cultural or destination — by managing every detail from concept creation to the final execution. Deliver seamless, elegant and emotionally meaningful celebrations tailored to each couple’s story, culture and vision.
Tasks
Develop full wedding concepts, themes and moodboards
Manage budgeting, vendor selection and contract negotiation
Coordinate venues, catering, décor, music, photography, logistics
Create detailed wedding timelines and guest management plans
Oversee traditional ceremonies (dot, engagement, African cultural rites)
Provide artistic direction: flowers, tablescape, layout, colors
Supervise setup, rehearsals and day-of coordination with on-site teams
Coordinate remote planning with international families and vendors
Results
Successful planning of modern, cultural and destination weddings
Smooth execution of complex ceremonies involving multiple families
Elevated guest experience and high satisfaction from couples
Cohesive artistic direction producing visually stunning weddings
Perfectly managed timelines and vendor coordination
100% completion within budget & deadlines
Tools Used
Trello, Notion, Canva, Adobe Express, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Pinterest boards, Digital seating chart tools, Event checklists, AI design tools (for moodboards & visual concepts).
Skills
Wedding planning, event coordination, artistic direction, visual design, cultural ceremony expertise, storytelling, vendor negotiation, time management, logistics, remote planning, communication, customer service excellence, problem-solving, adaptability, client experience, and sensitivity to cultural traditions.
My portofolio


Nadia & Emmanuel – Destination Wedding (Seychelles)
Countries: Seychelles
Guests: 250
Type: Cultural + Civil Wedding
Theme: American Elegance
Remote Missions Completed:
Full vendor sourcing (venue, décor, catering, DJ, floral design, traditional attire)
Contract negotiation & booking management
Floor plan, menu design, floral & décor concept
Coordination of the dowry ceremony + civil wedding
Wedding website + digital invitations
Full-week wedding program
Results:
A seamless blend of tradition and modern elegance, high-quality décor, happy families, perfectly executed despite long-distance logistic


Sarah & David – Luxury Wedding (Paris, France)
Countries: Canada → France
Guests: 180
Type: Luxury Modern Wedding
Theme: White & Crystal Modern Luxe
Missions Completed:
Sourcing & booking a French château (virtual venue tours)
Full moodboard design (all-white floral aisle, chandeliers, modern décor)
Coordination of a high-end French caterer
Seating chart + menu + wedding stationery design
Photography & videography coordination
Results:
Flawless, elegant, visually cohesive wedding with excellent guest feedback and perfect timing.


Chloé & Prince – Traditional Engagement (UK & Ghana)
Countries: UK – Canada – Ghana
Guests: 300
Type: Royal Traditional Ceremony
Theme: Kente Royal Gold
Missions Completed:
Coordination of all Akan traditional rites
Selection of cultural performers (drummers, dancers)
Décor creation: thrones, kente-inspired elements, red carpets
Gift list organization & family protocol management
Results:
A culturally rich, majestic ceremony with smooth coordination between families across three countries.


Awa & Jonathan – Civil Wedding (Montreal, Canada)
Countries: Canada – USA (guests)
Guests: 40
Type: Intimate Civil Wedding
Theme: Champagne Minimalist Chic
Missions Completed:
Booking the venue, officiant, hotel & transportation
Photographer sourcing + décor setup
Mini-reception planning
Website + digital invitations
Results:
A beautiful, elegant and stress-free civil wedding with professional visuals and smooth coordination.


Fatima & Ali – Luxury Destination Wedding (Dubai, UAE)
Countries: USA – Canada – Dubai
Guests: 220
Type: Luxury Middle Eastern Wedding
Theme: Desert Gold & White Elegance
Missions Completed:
Sourcing luxury venues (ballrooms, rooftop venues)
Negotiating with premium vendors
Custom monogram & wedding branding
Laser-cut premium invitations
3-day program design (welcome dinner + wedding + brunch)
Results:
A spectacular wedding, high-end ambiance, perfect guest management, and flawless logistics.


Clarisse & Ibrahim – Engagement & Dowry (France & Senegal)
Countries: France – Canada – Senegal
Guests: 150
Type: Traditional Ceremony
Theme: Wolof Gold & White
Missions Completed:
Full dowry gift preparation
Floral & cultural décor
Music, photo/video and catering coordination
Family entrance protocol organization
Results:
A warm, culturally respectful event executed with precision despite long-distance planning.


Melissa & Ethan – Cultural Fusion Wedding (USA & Morocco)
Countries: USA – Canada – Morocco
Guests: 180
Type: Fusion Wedding
Theme: Moroccan Glamour & Modern Romance
Missions Completed:
Venue scouting (riads, palace-style venues)
Décor moodboards (lanterns, roses, gold accents)
Wedding website, RSVP system, seating plan
Catering coordination (Moroccan cuisine + pastries)
Results:
A magical, stylish fusion ceremony with exceptional guest experience and seamless remote planning.


Jasmine & Christopher – Destination Wedding in Santorini (Greece)
Countries: Canada → Greece
Guests: 120
Type: Luxury Destination Wedding
Theme: Blue & White Cycladic Elegance
Missions Completed:
Full remote planning for an international destination wedding
Venue scouting (cliffside terraces, sea-view chapels) with virtual tours
Coordination with Greek vendors (catering, décor, flowers, music)
Custom color palette creation inspired by Santorini architecture
Travel coordination for 80+ international guests (flights, hotels, transfers)
Wedding website, RSVP system, seating plan, and printed stationery
Supervision of décor setup: floral arch, candles, tablescape
Sunset photography scheduling & timeline management
Results:
A breathtaking cliffside ceremony overlooking the Aegean Sea, smooth travel logistics, elevated guest experience, and a wedding praised for its elegance, organization, and unforgettable ambiance.
elisabethkouyo@gmail.com
418 455 6209/CANADA
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