Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dallas Wedding Planning Partner
At Sue Kelson Events, we believe your wedding should reflect your unique love story. With over 30 years of experience in luxury wedding planning and hospitality, we specialize in creating personalized, unforgettable events in Dallas/Fort Worth and destination locations. Our boutique approach ensures each couple receives dedicated attention, from venue selection to meticulous detail coordination. As a Certified Wedding Planner and board member of the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners, we combine industry expertise with trusted vendor partnerships to deliver seamless celebrations. Our clients consistently praise our stress-free process, creative vision, and commitment to transforming wedding dreams into timeless memories. 
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Destination Weddings
Month-Of Coordination
Day-Of Planning
Vendor Management
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of luxury wedding planning expertise
- Our personalized service ensures exclusive attention to detail
- We partner with top-tier Dallas wedding vendors
- Stress-free planning process with proven reliability
- Destination wedding specialists with global experience
Associations and certifications
- Certified Wedding Planner
- American Association of Certified Wedding Planners
What people say
Stress-free and highly personalized
Worth every penny
Made our vision a reality
Seamless planning process
Created lasting memories
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive planning service guides couples through every stage of wedding preparation. From initial concept development to final execution, we handle venue selection, vendor coordination, budget management, and timeline creation. With personalized consultations and meticulous attention to detail, we ensure your vision becomes a flawless reality while maintaining luxury standards throughout the process.
Destination Weddings
Specialized planning for weddings held outside the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We manage local vendor contracts, legal requirements, travel logistics, and cultural considerations while maintaining your desired aesthetic. Our expertise in international weddings ensures stress-free coordination, allowing couples to enjoy their celebration without logistical concerns or unexpected complications.
Month-Of Coordination
Designed for couples who have completed most planning but need expert oversight during the final stages. We create detailed floor plans, conduct venue walkthroughs, and coordinate vendor schedules 90 days prior to the event. This service ensures all elements come together seamlessly during the critical final month of preparation.
Day-Of Planning
Comprehensive management of wedding day operations. We develop detailed timelines, coordinate vendor arrivals, oversee setup, and direct event flow from rehearsal through reception. This service guarantees smooth execution of pre-planned elements while handling any last-minute adjustments, allowing couples to fully enjoy their celebration without logistical distractions.
Vendor Management
Curated selection and professional management of wedding vendors. We leverage established relationships with top-tier florists, caterers, photographers, and entertainment providers to ensure quality and reliability. Our coordination includes contract review, timeline integration, and on-site supervision to guarantee all vendors deliver exceptional service aligned with your vision.
People
Sue Kelson
Founder & Lead Planner
With 30+ years in luxury wedding planning, Sue combines hospitality expertise from prestigious country club roles with Certified Wedding Planner credentials. Her career spans Dallas top venues and destination events worldwide, emphasizing personalized service and flawless execution.
Brittney Rogers-Shin
Lead Planner
A hospitality professional with 15+ years experience across major hotel brands, Brittney joined Sue Kelson Events in 2015. Her background in event coordination and cultural anthropology informs her client-focused approach to wedding planning.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide full-service planning, destination wedding coordination, month-of management, and day-of execution services tailored to your specific needs.
Do you plan weddings outside Dallas?
Yes, we specialize in destination weddings across the US and internationally, leveraging our global vendor network and logistical expertise.
How many weddings do you plan annually?
As a boutique firm, we limit our caseload to ensure personalized attention, typically planning 10-15 weddings per year.
What's included in your planning packages?
Packages vary but generally include vendor coordination, timeline creation, budget management, and on-site execution support tailored to your selected service level.
Why hire a professional wedding planner?
Our expertise saves approximately 325 planning hours, ensures vendor reliability, reduces stress, and guarantees professional execution while you enjoy the celebration.
How do you handle unexpected wedding day issues?
Our experienced team proactively plans for contingencies and resolves issues discreetly, ensuring minimal disruption to your celebration.
