Different Types of Peoria, Illinois Wedding Planners & Coordinators

Full-Service Wedding Planners

These are your ride-or-die wedding experts. Full-service planners help with every detail from start to finish. They’ll recommend vendors, manage timelines, help design the day, and handle all the logistics. They’re ideal for couples with demanding jobs or planning a wedding from out of town. Want someone to take the reins so you can enjoy the ride? This is your person.

They’re also helpful if you have a complicated vision—like a tented outdoor wedding at a private residence, where logistics go beyond what most can handle (on site rest rooms, labor for the setup of the tent, chair and table rentals, etc) Full-service planners often attend vendor meetings, review contracts, manage RSVPs, and even help with post-wedding tasks like returning rentals or sending thank-you cards.

Day-Of Coordinators

Booked your vendors and planned everything yourself? A day-of coordinator steps in about a month before your wedding. They’ll confirm details, create timelines, and run the show on the big day. This option is great for couples who love planning but don’t want to be the point person on your wedding day. Think of them as your behind-the-scenes hero.

They’re often responsible for vendor check-ins, setup supervision, cueing the ceremony, and solving problems before you even know there’s an issue. If a groomsman forgets his tie or a vendor runs late, your coordinator has it covered without interrupting your celebration.

Partial Wedding Planners

Not quite full-service, not quite day-of—these planners meet you in the middle. They’ll help with vendor referrals, timelines, and budgeting, but leave some tasks in your hands. They’re ideal for couples who’ve started planning but need some help wrapping it all up. If you’re halfway there but stuck, a partial planner is perfect.

They’re also great for managing key stress points—like organizing your ceremony logistics, helping with seating charts, or finalizing the flow of the reception. You’ll typically meet with them a few times leading up to the wedding to stay on track, and they’ll still be present on the big day to manage what you’ve planned together.

Wedding Coordinators at Venues

Many venues include a coordinator in their packages. Just keep in mind they work for the venue, not for you. They’ll help with layout, catering, and timing of venue services, but may not help with outside vendors or decor. They’re a great bonus, but still clarify with your venue what they all do before hiring your own planner for personal guidance.

It’s important not to confuse a venue coordinator with a personal wedding coordinator—they’re focused on protecting the venue’s interests and may not manage tasks like ceremony timing, décor setup, or vendor deliveries. Always ask what’s included so you know whether you need additional support.

Wedding Designers

While planners focus on logistics, designers focus on the overall look and feel of your wedding. They’ll help with mood boards, floral ideas, rentals, colors, and table settings. If you’re into aesthetics and want your day to look like it came from a Pinterest board, a wedding designer is your new best friend. They often team up with planners, but you can hire them solo too.

They’ll help tell your story visually—from the invitation suite to your tablescape or custom signs for the wedding day. Some designers specialize in themes or period-specific styles, while others focus on clean, modern aesthetics. They often coordinate with florists, rental companies, and lighting pros to make sure every visual element works in harmony.

Complete Weddings + Events is Here to Help Your Peoria, Illinois Wedding Planning

Complete Weddings + Events offers professional day-of coordination in Peoria to help your wedding day run smoothly from start to finish. Our coordinators step in about 30-60 days out (depending on which package you book) to handle the final details, so you can focus on enjoying the moment. Here are just some of the things our day-of coordination includes:

• Wedding rehearsal management
• Bouquet, boutonniere, and corsage management
• Wedding day emergency kit
  
• Vendor check-ins
• Decor setup and teardown

We also love working alongside talented Peoria wedding designers to bring your style and vibe to life. Need help sourcing rentals for your ceremony or reception? Check out our Peoria, IL event rental company partners for everything from modern table settings to cozy lounge furniture.

Contact us now to learn more about our coordination services or explore our blog page for more wedding planning tips and inspiration!