Why I Love What I Do?

Years ago, when I was still a university student, I found myself discussing different careers with one of my classmates—just a normal routine for young people. During that conversation, my classmate mentioned event planning and how stressful it sounded. That was the starting point for me, a little spark that made me think about event planning almost daily. Did it sound stressful? For sure. Did it also sound exciting? Absolutely.

Years later, after graduation, as I began to take my career more seriously, that old conversation resurfaced in my mind. Could I really become a wedding planner? At that point, I had no idea. I didn’t know if it was hard or too demanding, or whether I had it in me actually to take care of someone’s Big Day. Frankly, I had so many doubts that I’m sure many of my fellow planners and couples trying to organize their own weddings can relate to (while working full-time, no less). But I’m happy to share that wedding planning isn’t as stressful as it seems; in fact, it’s quite a rewarding process. So, why do I love what I do?

For me as a planner, the most exciting part of the process is the initial stages when we meet our new clients and chat about their love story. With a background in the wedding decor industry, I often had to ask couples how they met. It was a standard part of the consultation, followed by a bunch of logistical and design questions. But I couldn’t help but enjoy that short five-minute bonding session with them.

Each story was fascinating: one couple met years ago at a restaurant where they both worked, another at a university lecture, and yet another were childhood sweethearts. By now I’ve heard dozens of such stories, and it never ceases to amaze me how love works in different ways, often finding people in the most unexpected circumstances. For me, hearing these stories isn’t just my favorite part; it’s also essential to the planning process, as I always try to incorporate those personal details into the celebration. After all, what is a wedding if not a celebration of love?

The planning process itself makes many people nervous about the event industry. I bet a lot of brides-to-be planning their own weddings can attest that it can be quite a struggle. Think of a birthday party: though it’s not as big or important as a wedding, it still requires a lot of thought and planning to get the venue, decor, food, and music set up. Now imagine a wedding. Sounds overwhelming? Maybe, but definitely not for me. Don’t get me wrong; I can feel anxious and overwhelmed too (I’m human after all). However, I genuinely enjoy all the little tasks I tackle daily because I know I’m part of something beautiful. I’m here to create a stress-free celebration for a lovely couple, with whom we sometimes even become friends. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to collaborate with my amazing team, hear their suggestions, and observe them brainstorming and coming up with some extremely unconventional yet fascinating ideas.

Once all the planning is done, everything is set, and the emergency kit is prepared, we finally put on our uniforms and head to the venue. We’re the first to arrive and the last to leave, but trust me, it’s not exhausting in the slightest. As I said, we get to witness someone’s special moment—a day filled with love, smiles, laughter, and joy. Knowing that the bride and groom are smiling and not worrying about the planning details puts a smile on my face too. The emotions that the couple and their guests share is the most fulfilling part. Helping people organize their dream wedding sounds magical, and let me tell you, it truly is magical. It fills me with energy, inspiration, and love.

In the end, while event planning can seem daunting, it’s the little moments—the love stories, the collaboration with your team, and the execution of the wedding—that make it all worthwhile. Each wedding we plan is not just an event; it’s a meaningful experience that leaves a lasting impression on everyone involved, including us. And honestly, what could be more rewarding than that?