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Operating out of Tuckahoe, New York, Weddings by Debra Thompson is a professional wedding planning service. With experience coordinating events with over 800 people, Debra has been helping couples reach their wedding goals for almost 30 years. Detail oriented and passionate, she brings an undeniable sense of innovation and enthusiasm to every event she organizes.

Services Offered

In her many years of working as a wedding planner, Debra has developed a wealth of expertise and an impressive array of organizational skills. With a range of packages designed for every need and budget, she strives to create the perfect wedding strategy for each couple she works with. A preliminary consultation is included with her planning packages and from there every stage is covered, from menu creation to day-of assistance. Weddings by Debra Thomspon’s comprehensive array of services includes:

  • Budget analysis
  • Full and partial planning
  • To-do lists
  • Guestlist creation
  • Event design
  • Vendor referrals
  • Much more …
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$6,000

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$12,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$6,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$150

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

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

Reviews of Debra Thompson, Planning & Consulting LLC

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Debra Thompson and her team are highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional wedding planning services. Reviewers highlight Debra's ability to bring couples' visions to life, alleviate wedding planning stress, and provide seamless coordination with vendors. From the detailed planning process to the flawless execution on the wedding day, Debra and her team, including Erica and Martuli, receive praise for their professionalism, organization, and dedication to ensuring a perfect and stress-free wedding experience. Couples commend Debra's attentive communication, curated vendor recommendations, and the expert coordination that made their weddings unforgettable and enjoyable.

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Debra Thompson and her team are highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional wedding planning services. Reviewers highlight Debra's ability to bring couples' visions to life, alleviate wedding planning stress, and provide seamless coordination with vendors. From the detailed planning process to the flawless execution on the wedding day, Debra and her team, including Erica and Martuli, receive praise for their professionalism, organization, and dedication to ensuring a perfect and stress-free wedding experience. Couples commend Debra's attentive communication, curated vendor recommendations, and the expert coordination that made their weddings unforgettable and enjoyable.

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Karen Sent on 11/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision ever

Working with Debra was the best decision we made throughout our wedding planning. My brother and sister-in-law worked with her for their wedding in the winter of 2020. Seeing how easy and seamless she made everything, I knew I wanted to work with her as well. She really took the time to get to know us and understand what our wedding vision was. We were in constant communication, and she made the entire process so fun and easy. We really couldn't have kept everything on track without her, especially our budget which we were able to stick to. She handled all of the vendors, and everything we didn't even think of. Her wedding staff on the day of was amazing. We worked with Lorraine and Davonne and both kept us sane, on track, and so so happy. Debra becomes your family and there is no one better to work with when planning such an important day.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 10/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision We Made Through the Wedding Planning Process!!

Debra is the most unbelievable planner who really wants to bring your vision to life and alleviate your wedding planning stress. During the planning process, she was super on top of everything. The wedding itself ran so smoothly and everything turned out amazing. We were told by many that this was the best and most organized wedding they had been to. Our other vendors also loved working with her. We can’t recommend her enough!!
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Rachel Sent on 08/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Don’t think twice! Choose Debra Thompson

We chose Debra Thompson for our July 2025 Wedding. From the day we hired her and her team, she was all in. She was organized, timely, and thoughtful, considering all aspects of the wedding day that covered ALL bases. At the end of our wedding, our guests repeatedly commended the excellent job done by the wedding planners. My stress level was ZERO and I have Debra’s amazing team to thank. Worth every penny!
Andres
Andres Sent on 06/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Happily Ever After Fairy Tale

It was 6 months before the wedding when we realized we needed help, we needed a professional. Reaching out to Debra and her team was hands down the best decision we made. Debra does not do half measures; within one conversation she was fully invested in the vision and success of our wedding. We had yet to sign a contract to hire her team when she already had all our vendor contracts in hand so she could familiarize herself with them, introduce herself, and start the living document that described our wedding. It is one thing to know that as a wedding planner Debra balances the outlines and desires of multiple brides, it is another to feel that despite this, she treats you like the only bride she has all year.

Communication was constant, every question was answered promptly, her attention to detail impeccable, and above all her years of experience immediately shone with her extensive vendor recommendations (which helped us narrow down the last few we were missing), as well as her suggestions and advice to help the wedding flow seamlessly. Debra is not afraid to show love for her clients, and it reflects in her work. As the day approached every worry was managed, every detailed hammered out, and every conversation ended in encouragement for the happy couple so that we may enjoy what would otherwise be an incredibly stressful planning process. Our trust in her was such that, when the weather threatened to drown the event, she was able to convince my husband that she had the weather on speed dial.

Debra was very forthcoming with us from the beginning and told us that, due to a prior family commitment, she would not be able to attend our wedding, but we would work with her right-hand woman, Erica. In our meeting with Erica it was immediately apparent why Debra places such deep trust in her team. On the day of the wedding Erica not only told the weather to wait it’s turn, her and her team rearranged a significant portion of the reception’s proceedings on the fly when a Temporary Flight Restriction issued over the airspace above our venue threatened to cancel a surprise drone show for our guests, derailing a significant portion of the night’s events. By the time we were made aware of this Erica already had a solution in hand and was able to sort out all vendors into a new timeline of proceedings for the rest of the evening. The process was seamless.

Without this team the fairytale wedding we envisioned would never have been a success. The team took great pains to ensure the day was a smashing success, from Jerry standing guard at the drone show and helping coordinate between them and our DJ, Lorraine keeping the groom’s incredibly white jacket pristine all night despite his best efforts, Davone running in front of horse drawn carriages to divert traffic, this team was on point all day! By the end of the evening, we could not begin to comprehend how they managed to pull it off but they did so with none of our guests the wiser. It was an amazing experience from the first email to the moment we left the venue, exhausted and happy.

The day of our wedding came and went in a flash. We were advised not just by Debra, but by every married couple we know how important it is to be in the moment, to enjoy every second, to take a step back and appreciate your wedding day. Without Debra and her team, we would not have been able to experience those precious few hours with all our friends and family so thoroughly and for that we will always be grateful.
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Dimitri Sent on 06/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding planner I could ask for

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The best decision we made for our wedding was hiring Debra. We worked with her for a little over a year, and now, a week after our wedding, we can confidently say she was the reason our day was absolutely perfect.

From the beginning, Debra stood out—not only because of her amazing energy, but also her ability to adapt to us. As two extremely busy professionals, we needed someone who could take the reins and keep everything moving without us having to constantly check in. Debra did exactly that. She was always ahead of the game, incredibly responsive (more so than we were!), and never let anything fall through the cracks.

Debra immediately understood our vision of a wedding that was classy, but still fun—and she delivered. From the venue to the vendors, everything she recommended aligned beautifully with our style. Her curated vendor list made it so easy to choose quality people for photography, music, attire, and more.

The full planning package, including stationery support, was 100% worth it. On the day of our wedding, I didn’t have to think about a single logistical detail. I ate, got ready with a fantastic team Debra coordinated, and walked down the aisle knowing everything was taken care of.

Debra has a true gift for this work, and we’re so grateful we found her. If you’re thinking about hiring a wedding planner, stop searching—you’ve found the one.
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Fiona Sent on 05/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing support, organization and execution

Debra was incredible. She supported us through every single step of the way, through every 6 AM and 10 PM freak out, answered all of my questions. She truly cared, became like family throughout the process. Her team was amazing, especially Martuli. I could not possibly recommend her more.
Yuna
Yuna Sent on 11/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Westchester's Best Wedding Planner!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Debra and her incredible team. From the very first meeting to the final moments of our wedding day, they were absolutely outstanding.

From the moment we started planning, Debra was there to answer every single question we had, big or small. Whether we were wondering about timelines, vendors, or just needed reassurance, she was always available and provided clear, thoughtful guidance. Her attention to detail and expertise was evident at every step of the planning process.

On the wedding day itself, the team was nothing short of amazing. They managed every detail seamlessly, from coordinating with vendors to making sure everything was set up perfectly. The day went off without a hitch, and we were able to truly enjoy the moment because we knew the team had everything under control.

If you are looking for a wedding planner who is not only highly skilled and organized but also genuinely cares about making your day perfect, we wholeheartedly recommend Debra. Thank you for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more!
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

wedding of our dreams

Debra and her entire team were incredible. I would not have been able to do this without them. She was there for us and our moms every step of the way. I had a specific vison for this wedding and she helped me see it through PERFECTLY. Tyler and I are so thankful for Debra and are already telling all of our friends to use her. You need someone on your side through this stressful and wild time, Debra is the woman for the job. We didn't have a worry in the world on the most special day of our lives all because of her.
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Rina Sent on 08/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Planner in the Buisness!

Debra is truly the best in the business. We could not have envisioned planning out wedding without her and her amazing team. Her relationship with vendors, years of experience, level of expertise, and compassion make her one of a kind. Thank you for making our wedding a dream come true. Every vision and idea we had she made them come to life, no matter how big or small. The day of our wedding was absolutely seamless from start to finish. We are so thankful!!!
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Nicole Sent on 07/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Debra is the BEST wedding planner

Debra was the best wedding planner I could have ever worked with! She specializes in production and is SO on top of everything. She has a lot of vendor connections and has done this forever so we were confident throughout the wedding planning process and knew what we were getting. She also doesn’t break your bank and knows quality. The day of our wedding was a breeze, as a bride I was able to enjoy myself and not worry about one logistic. Her team was also fantastic and so on top of everything!! They really think of it all, I have never been more pampered than I was on my wedding day. They make sure you have a drink in your hand, your VIPs are taken care of and all items are accounted for to and from venue. They were the best to work with and great energy for our big day! Highly recommend!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

15 Endorsements
Manhattan Woods Golf Club Manhattan Woods Golf Club Country Club Weddings

I have had the pleasure to work with Debra for the past 12 years. We have received rave reviews from brides that have engaged her services. She is very professional, organized and keeps everyone on schedule, not always an easy tasks and she does it all in a very calming manner. I highly recommend Debra and her team.

CITY SWEETS & CONFECTIONS CITY SWEETS & CONFECTIONS Wedding Cakes

Debra is the ultimate professional, organized, detail oriented and so easy to work with. It's obvious she genuinely cares about her clients. She would be a huge asset (even a necessity) to any event.

Regency Studios Regency Studios Wedding Photographers

A party planner of the highest caliber!!

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