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Little Black Book Events
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"If we could give Vanessa from Little Black Book 10/5 stars, we would. Truly, hiring her was the best..."
"We could not have pulled off our wedding on October 2, 2026, without Jacqueline at Little Black..."
What is the story behind Little Black Book Events?
Little Black Book Events transforms wedding dreams into flawless reality through our signature concierge experience. Based in Washington, D.C., we specialize in creating unforgettable celebrations that reflect your unique love story, whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand destination affair.
Our Services
We offer comprehensive wedding planning services designed to match your vision and budget:
- Full-Service Planning - Complete wedding orchestration from engagement to "I do"
- Partial-Service Planning - Strategic support for couples who want to handle some details themselves
- Wedding Day Management - Seamless execution so you can enjoy every moment stress-free
Every planning journey begins with our signature two-hour consultation, followed by a customized master timeline and carefully curated vendor recommendations. Our experienced team works both locally in the D.C. area, the US, and internationally for destination celebrations.
What Sets Us Apart
Personalized Attention: We take pride in truly understanding your vision and translating it into every detail of your celebration. From intimate guest list management to handling unexpected challenges with grace, we're your dedicated advocates throughout the entire process.
Diverse Expertise: We've successfully planned celebrations of all kinds - civil ceremonies, cultural traditions, destination weddings, elopements, eco-friendly celebrations, military ceremonies, and both religious and non-religious services. No matter your style or story, we have the experience to bring it to life.
Proven Partnerships: Our established relationships with top vendors ensure you receive exceptional service and competitive pricing. We leverage these connections to create seamless experiences that exceed expectations.
Problem-Solving Excellence: When the unexpected happens (and it sometimes does), our team's quick thinking and resourcefulness ensure your day continues beautifully. Our couples consistently praise our ability to handle challenges behind the scenes while they focus on celebrating.
Let us handle the details so you can focus on what matters most - celebrating your love. Our track record of flawless celebrations and glowing testimonials reflects our commitment to making your wedding day everything you've dreamed of and more.
Experience
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15 years in business
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We speak English
What are Little Black Book Events's coordination packages and rates?
What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?
$3,500
What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?
$7,000
What is the starting price for full wedding planning?
$20,000
Do you offer an hourly rate?
No
What wedding events do you provide services for?
Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
Engagement Party
What wedding planning services do you offer?
Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning
What weddings do you have experience planning?
Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious
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Little Black Book Events' planners are praised as calm, organized, responsive, and highly competent. They anticipate problems, coordinate vendors, and handle last-minute issues so couples can relax, even for large or multicultural weddings. Clients say the service reduces stress, is worth the cost, and offers flexible packages with excellent vendor recommendations.
Weddingwire
84 reviews
Google
9 reviews
Pam Sent on 04/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Best decision we made
If we could give Vanessa from Little Black Book 10/5 stars, we would. Truly, hiring her was the best decision we made for the whole wedding, and we credit her with our sanity this year.
We had to move our wedding date up due to some family dynamics, and she didn't miss a beat making everything happen on a tighter timeline. She kept us moving through decisions at a steady clip and was great at gauging when we were getting overwhelmed versus when we wanted to dive deeper into the details on something. She was also patient when it took us a while to land on certain decisions (like the venue), and never made us feel rushed or pressured. Whenever I got worried, she was quick to set up a call, always calmed me down, and gave me confidence in a solution.
One thing that really stood out was how Vanesa engaged both me and my now-husband throughout the process. She paid attention to what was important to each of us and made sure we both felt heard. We also always felt like we could trust her, and she was never trying to upsell us or push us toward pricier options. Her recommendations always felt like they were genuinely in our best interest, which made a huge difference.
Vanessa both listens to your vision and is staggeringly competent at implementing it. She has a great network of vendors, many of whom were clearly excited to be working with her again, which tells you a lot. She led the whole vendor team through the weekend without a hitch and we didn't have to lift a finger. No matter what came up that weekend, she somehow kept a completely cool head, which really set the tone for everyone else to just relax and enjoy. Even my friends commented on how impressed they were with Vanessa, and this is a group of type-A DC girls, so compliments on competence are not given lightly.
I'd heard horror stories from friends who had bad planner experiences and I honestly feel incredibly lucky that we found someone so exceptional. If we had to give just one piece of post-wedding advice, it would be to allocate some of your budget to a planner and then hire LBB.
We had to move our wedding date up due to some family dynamics, and she didn't miss a beat making everything happen on a tighter timeline. She kept us moving through decisions at a steady clip and was great at gauging when we were getting overwhelmed versus when we wanted to dive deeper into the details on something. She was also patient when it took us a while to land on certain decisions (like the venue), and never made us feel rushed or pressured. Whenever I got worried, she was quick to set up a call, always calmed me down, and gave me confidence in a solution.
One thing that really stood out was how Vanesa engaged both me and my now-husband throughout the process. She paid attention to what was important to each of us and made sure we both felt heard. We also always felt like we could trust her, and she was never trying to upsell us or push us toward pricier options. Her recommendations always felt like they were genuinely in our best interest, which made a huge difference.
Vanessa both listens to your vision and is staggeringly competent at implementing it. She has a great network of vendors, many of whom were clearly excited to be working with her again, which tells you a lot. She led the whole vendor team through the weekend without a hitch and we didn't have to lift a finger. No matter what came up that weekend, she somehow kept a completely cool head, which really set the tone for everyone else to just relax and enjoy. Even my friends commented on how impressed they were with Vanessa, and this is a group of type-A DC girls, so compliments on competence are not given lightly.
I'd heard horror stories from friends who had bad planner experiences and I honestly feel incredibly lucky that we found someone so exceptional. If we had to give just one piece of post-wedding advice, it would be to allocate some of your budget to a planner and then hire LBB.
Kelly Sent on 11/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Grounding energy, flawless execution
We could not have pulled off our wedding on October 2, 2026, without Jacqueline at Little Black Book, and we highly recommend her. Jacqueline was incredibly kind, responsive, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. As a big planner myself, I really appreciated how Jacqueline seamlessly followed my lead while managing all the behind-the-scenes logistics. Jacqueline is calm, professional, and brings a reassuring presence that allows every vendor to do their best work. We absolutely valued her grounding energy and her dedication to executing our exact preferences. Definitely work with Little Black Book!!
Jeff Sent on 10/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing coordinator, will make your dream wedding come true!
Shaleena was our coordinator, she was really helpful the whole way, and guiding us through all the questions and difficulties we had! We had our wedding at Josephine Butler, which she’s done events there before. She clearly knows the venue and the workers well. She will listen to all your ideas and will help make them come to life as best as possible, but also keep you on track, and make sure what is worth buying/realistic! We loved working with her, highly recommend! Chelsea was also our wedding rehearsal and day of coordinator. She caught on to the schedule fast and was super helpful during rehearsal! They both made the day flow super well. We were scared we packed too many things in, but nothing felt rushed, everything was well paced. We cannot thank you them enough!
Annie Sent on 10/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating
wonderful experience
Hiring Vanessa to be our full planner made the entire process so smooth. Vanessa is such a problem-solver, someone who knows what's going on and is able to anticipate what is coming and find a solution. We had a loose vision for our wedding day, and she was able to turn all of those vibes and ideas into the most beautiful execution. She has a perspective and work ethic that's driven by "how can we get to yes," rather than focusing on the limitations. I also found Vanessa to be such a reassuring presence throughout the whole process, especially as someone with limited experience with family weddings and being in wedding parties. You could not hire a better person to be in charge of your wedding or event.
Lanita Sent on 08/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Second time around mature wedding
We had a wonderful experience with Vanessa and her staff. They were flexible, professional, efficient, and very well organized. I am not a well organized person so this helped cut down my stress level tremendously.
We got engaged in March and were married by June so it was a very quick turnaround, but Vanessa and her team handled it and again, kept my stress level to a minimum. Little Black Book Events can do as much or as little as you want based on your budget, but remember you set the budget. This company offers champagne service, so try not to come in with a Kool-Aid Budget. Pricing for event planner services was a big concern for us, but whatever we spent, was well worth the reduction in our stress levels. Getting married after 50, you want to keep your stress level low so that you can enjoy the honeymoon!
We got engaged in March and were married by June so it was a very quick turnaround, but Vanessa and her team handled it and again, kept my stress level to a minimum. Little Black Book Events can do as much or as little as you want based on your budget, but remember you set the budget. This company offers champagne service, so try not to come in with a Kool-Aid Budget. Pricing for event planner services was a big concern for us, but whatever we spent, was well worth the reduction in our stress levels. Getting married after 50, you want to keep your stress level low so that you can enjoy the honeymoon!
Samantha Sent on 11/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Jacqueline Made Our Day Stress-Free
We are so grateful we hired Jacqueline Johnson from Little Black Book Events as our wedding coordinator. From our very first meeting, she impressed us with how thorough, knowledgeable, and personable she was. Jacqueline made the planning process feel manageable and even enjoyable, especially for a couple like us who didn’t walk in knowing every detail we wanted. She answered every question with patience and clarity and offered thoughtful suggestions based on what she’d seen work well for other couples.
Communication with Jacqueline was incredibly easy. Whether by phone, email, or text, she was consistently responsive and almost always available. Her reliability alone took an enormous weight off our shoulders.
On the day of the wedding, Jacqueline was nothing short of exceptional. We didn’t have to think about a single detail because she handled everything behind the scenes with calm and confidence. She also has a strong understanding of family dynamics and the nuances of coordinating a wedding party. Most of the day is really about guiding people, and she did so effortlessly while keeping the focus on us and what we wanted.
Hiring Jacqueline was one of the best decisions we made. She brought expertise, warmth, and professionalism to every step of the process, and our day was infinitely better because of her. We cannot recommend her highly enough. (And thank you, Jacqueline, for driving to Richmond to be at our in-person meeting with our venue before the big day AND to our home to drop off our wedding day decorations two days after our wedding—you truly go above and beyond!)
Communication with Jacqueline was incredibly easy. Whether by phone, email, or text, she was consistently responsive and almost always available. Her reliability alone took an enormous weight off our shoulders.
On the day of the wedding, Jacqueline was nothing short of exceptional. We didn’t have to think about a single detail because she handled everything behind the scenes with calm and confidence. She also has a strong understanding of family dynamics and the nuances of coordinating a wedding party. Most of the day is really about guiding people, and she did so effortlessly while keeping the focus on us and what we wanted.
Hiring Jacqueline was one of the best decisions we made. She brought expertise, warmth, and professionalism to every step of the process, and our day was infinitely better because of her. We cannot recommend her highly enough. (And thank you, Jacqueline, for driving to Richmond to be at our in-person meeting with our venue before the big day AND to our home to drop off our wedding day decorations two days after our wedding—you truly go above and beyond!)
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Vanessa Young
Owner & Planner
Jacqueline Johnson
Planner
Hannah Ryan
Planner
Alycia Reed
Planner
Shaleena Butler
Planner
Chelsea Armstrong
Planner
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Vanessa was such a pleasure to work with. She was calm and professional. Our wedding had a couple of obstacles where the ceremony was outside and it was rainy day and we had to come up with another plan for the ceremony. Vanessa worked with the client and the venue to provide us the perfect solution for an indoor ceremony. Would love to work with Vanessa again!
Working with Vanessa was absolutely delightful. Vanessa is extremely professional and so easy to work with. I would strongly recommend Little Black Book Event Services to all of my clients who are looking for an organized and accommodating event planner.
Vanessa and her team are a great pleasure to work alongside! Any occasion will be in good hands with Little Black Book event services.
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