10 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Planner Before You Sign

Your wedding planner will be with you through every decision — from the first venue visit to the last guest leaving the reception. Before you sign, make sure you are aligned on these points.

1. Which functions are included?

Roka, haldi, mehndi, sangeet, wedding and reception all need different teams and set-ups. Ask for a function-by-function scope.

2. How is the fee structured?

Is it a fixed planning fee or a percentage of the budget? What is billed separately?

3. Who will be our point of contact?

Know who you will speak to every week and who will be on-ground on the day.

4. Can we see full galleries of past weddings?

Instagram highlights are curated — full galleries show consistency.

5. How do you choose and manage vendors?

Ask whether you can bring your own vendors and how payments are handled.

6. What does the timeline look like?

A good planner will share milestones: venue lock, design approval, invitations, final run-through.

7. How do you handle family traditions?

Especially for inter-community weddings, ask how they research and respect each family's customs.

8. What is the plan for bad weather?

For outdoor functions, ask about rain plans and backup spaces.

9. How do you manage guest hospitality?

Airport pickups, room allocation and welcome desks make a huge difference to guests' experience.

10. What happens if something goes wrong?

Ask about contingency budgets, backup vendors and how decisions are made on the day.