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The Papier guide to: Wedding planners

All your wedding planner questions, answered.

The Papier guide to: Wedding planners

Weddings are made up of a thousand little details – from choosing the perfect venue to writing your vows. A wedding planner (the book kind, not the person) helps you gather all those moving parts into one beautiful place. Ours is designed as both a planning tool and a keepsake – a luxurious binder filled with checklists, timelines and prompts that make the process smoother, and the memories last longer.

Here’s everything you might be wondering about wedding planners, answered.

What is a wedding planner book?

A wedding planner is a guided book that helps you organize every part of your wedding. Think of it as part notebook, part project manager, part scrapbook. Inside our Papier wedding planners you’ll find space to budget, track suppliers, create timelines and collect inspiration – all in a fabric-bound binder you’ll want to keep forever.

Do wedding planners include checklists and timelines?

Yes. A good wedding planner book will give you structure so you don’t have to start from scratch. Ours includes everything you need, in order, on paper:

  • A yearly and monthly overviews to keep your planning on track.

  • Budget planners for each element of your day.

  • Detailed wedding to-dos – from deciding on a date to preparing wedding favours and practicing vows.

  • Blank pages to fill with your own tasks.

  • Pages to plan wedding party responsibilities.

  • Guest list tracker and seating plan pages.

  • Wedding stationery tracker – to make sure you've got everything from invitations to table menus covered.

  • Gift lists – for you and your guests.

  • Supplier contact sheets.

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Do they cover budgeting and venue plans?

Absolutely. Budgeting is one of the most important (and stressful) parts of wedding planning. Our planners have sections for venue research, cost comparisons, deposits and due dates, so you can keep everything clear at a glance. Inside ours, you can note down estimates and exact costs for your wedding stationery, venue, events (like your engagement party!), suppliers and your wedding wardrobe.

Should I get a physical wedding planner or a digital version?

It depends on how you like to plan. Digital tools and apps are great for quick updates, but a physical book brings it all together. With Papier, you can keep moodboards, inspiration, receipts and handwritten notes alongside your timelines and lists. It also doubles as a keepsake – something you’ll want to keep long after the big day.

Can a book work alongside wedding planning apps?

Yes. Many couples use apps for RSVPs or seating charts, but a wedding planner book is where you can see the whole picture offline. Think of it as your anchor – a central hub where everything lives, even when you’re switching between apps.

Are wedding planners just for brides?

Not at all. Weddings are for couples, and so are wedding planners. We’ve designed ours to be inclusive and collaborative – whether you’re a bride, groom or partner of any gender, the prompts and pages are made for both of you.

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What else is inside?

We've got plenty of pages for you to get creative and stuck into your research.

  • Moodboards – Swap Pinterest for paper. Gather your favorite images, fabrics and references in one tactile place.

  • Honeymoon planning – Map out your getaway dreams, from destinations to must-pack details.

  • Vows – Dedicated space to draft and refine the words that matter most.

  • Cake inspiration – Moodboards and research pages to plan flavours, designs – even stationery ideas.

  • Entertainment – From playlists to performers, plus space for your photographer shot list and notes on flowers and catering.

  • Beauty & style – Plan hair, makeup and your wedding wardrobe. Includes packing lists for the night before and the big day.

  • Guests & logistics – Accommodation, travel, key contacts and more, all in one place.

  • After the day – Gentle reminders for thank you cards and other post-wedding tasks you’ll want to remember.

Will this work for LGBTQ+ weddings?

Yes. Our wedding planners aren’t based on outdated traditions – they’re designed for modern love stories of every kind. You choose how to use the sections, whether that means two brides, two grooms, or a celebration that doesn’t follow the expected order at all.

What makes Papier’s wedding planner special?

It’s more than just a place to stay organized. Our wedding planners are a keepsake in the making, bound in luxurious fabric with a ring-binder format. There’s even a pocket at the back for little mementos you’ll gather along the way. Because it’s as thoughtfully designed as it is practical, it’s something you’ll love keeping on your shelf long after the day itself. Did we mention it's the perfect gift?



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