Why Hourly Wedding Consulting Might Be the Best Decision You Make
Not every couple needs — or wants — full-service planning. But every couple deserves expert guidance and will likely need some help along the way.
At Emlan Events, our Hourly Consulting packages were created for couples who are planning their own wedding, but don’t want to do it alone. It’s a flexible, elevated way to tap into professional planning support — without committing to a traditional full-service contract.
Think of it as having a high-end wedding planner in your back pocket… exactly when you need it.
What is hourly consulting?
Hourly Consulting is on-demand access to Elizabeth’s 10+ years of hospitality and wedding planning expertise.
Instead of paying a large planning fee, you book time in smaller increments to get support where it matters most — whether you’re just getting started or deep in the weeds.
You use the hours however you’d like. No pressure. No fluff. Just focused, strategic guidance.
What can we cover?
Pretty much anything that’s keeping you up at night:
• Reviewing vendor contracts & proposals
• Budget creation & line-by-line breakdowns
• Timeline building
• Venue selection strategy
• Layout & floorplan feedback
• Rental & décor guidance
• Catering logistics & menu flow
• Run-of-show creation
• Design edits & refinement
• Advice on what you don’t need to spend money on
• Wedding weekend logistics
• Etiquette questions
• Problem solving when things feel overwhelming
If you’re stuck, unsure, or second-guessing a decision — that’s where Emlan Events comes in.
Why it’s so powerful?
Most couples don’t realize how many small decisions turn into costly mistakes. A timeline built too late. A rental order that’s incomplete. A contract with hidden red flags. A layout that looks great on paper but won’t actually flow.
One hour of consulting can save you thousands — and weeks of stress.
You’re not paying for someone to take over your wedding. You’re paying for clarity, confidence, and a professional lens on the details that matter.
High-end support without the high-end price
Emlan Events is known for complex private-home weddings, destination events, tented celebrations, and highly customized guest experiences.
Hourly Consulting gives you access to that same expertise — without the commitment of a full planning package.
It’s wedding planning, democratized.
Who this is perfect for
• Couples planning on their own but seeking support, second opinion or reassurance
• Those who want professional eyes on their work
• Those who don’t want to miss something critical
• Busy professionals who need efficient, no-nonsense guidance
• Parents who are actively planning their childrens’ weddings but need professional support periodically
How it works
You book a block of hours. We meet virtually. You bring your questions, documents, and dilemmas — and we get to work.
No long contracts. No pressure to upgrade. Just smart, strategic help exactly when you need it.
Your wedding deserves more than Pinterest boards and guesswork. It deserves intention, expertise, and a calm voice in the chaos.
And that’s exactly what Hourly Consulting is designed to give you. 💫