Planning Collective

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 4

About Planning Collective

Planning Collective

Lead Wedding Planner

With over 20 years of wedding planning experience, I help couples plan stress-free, personalized celebrations that reflect their story and style. Through Planning Collective (previously Purple Clover Events), I offer in-person and virtual planning options, a step-by-step online membership, and practical tools to simplify every stage of the process. My goal is always the same, to make wedding planning feel clear, fun, and manageable so you can enjoy your engagement and your wedding day.

I combine the personal touch of a seasoned planner with the flexibility of modern tools. My clients get the best of both worlds - expert support, proven systems, and an approachable process that turns overwhelm into clarity. From couples who want full-service help to those planning on their own, I provide a clear path, trusted guidance, and resources that make planning feel easy, organized, and even fun.

In three words: Calm, Practical, Supportive

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price

Service available for an extra cost

	Full-service planning	Partial planning	A la carte	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	Our Full Service Planning Package is for couples who want expert guidance every step of the way. From creating your budget and design concept to managing vendors, timelines, and your wedding day itself, we handle every detail so you can actually enjoy your engagement.	Our Partial Planning Package is perfect for couples who want professional guidance but still plan to take the lead. We’ll start with a personalized planning audit and checklist, give you full access to our online planning lounge, and include 10 flexible hours of planning support — plus full wedding day coordination to bring it all together.	The Planning Collective Membership gives you the tools, templates, and expert support to plan your wedding confidently — without hiring a full planner. Inside, you’ll find a step-by-step course, editable checklists, budget and timeline tools, and live monthly sessions to keep you on track and stress-free.	Our Day-of Coordination package is designed for couples who’ve planned their own wedding but want a pro to handle the details. A couple months before, we'll review all the wedding details in a final planning session, and then we take over vendor communication, manage your timeline, and ensure your day runs perfectly, so you can focus on celebrating, not stressing.
Planning begins	12 Months out	9 Months out		3 Months out
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Management
Transportation Coordination
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Vendor Selection
Contract Review
Rentals & Linens
Invites & Stationery
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Accommodation Coordination
Venue Visits
Pricing	Starts at $8,800	Starts at $5,200	Starts at $20	Starts at $2,800

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

16 reviews

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Chris S.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Aug 30, 2026
Amazing Day of Coordinator
Working with Kate McClellan for the coordination of our daughter's wedding day was a fantastic decision! Day of Coordinator does not portray what Kate did for us. She was much more involved before the actual wedding day. She always made herself available for questions or a quick meeting simply to calm nerves. Kate has a calm presence about her that is evident in meetings leading up to the big day and especially during the big day! She is efficient, organized and kept this MOB calm ... even when it started storming! Kate never wavered on her confidence but also had a plan if one was needed. I highly recommend Kate and her company to assist with as much or as little as one might need. She is professional and friendly all at the same time. If you want to have every detail thought of and carried out, then Kate is the right person. Kate is great! Thank you, Kate, for allowing me to enjoy and be present for every moment of my daughter's wedding day! I did not worry about a single thing.
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JulieH
Rating: 5
•Zola
•May 24, 2026
Best decision we made!
We hired Kate McClellan from Planning Collective for full-service coordination, and it was the best decision we made for our son and daughter-in-law's wedding! From our very first meeting, she was incredibly organized, calm, dependable, and communicative. Kate had many recommendations for vendors that we used and were very happy with all of them. When we felt overwhelmed, speaking to Kate was like having a therapy session, she always had great ideas on how to resolve many issues! On the wedding day, she and her assistant Amanda kept everything running smoothly, allowing us to actually relax and enjoy the night. If you are looking for a planner who will go above and beyond, Kate is it!
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Arielle H.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•May 18, 2026
Can't Recommend Her Enough
KATE is AH-AMAZING! She was very helpful throughout the entire process. Both sets of parents really liked her and respected her opinions on different topics. My husband and I could not recommend her enough! We shall miss working with Kate.
Kate McClellan•May 19, 2026
Thank you so much Arielle! It was such a pleasure working with you, I miss you already :)
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Berkley B.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Nov 16, 2025
A Truly Exceptional Planner — Above and Beyond
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kate McClellan at The Planning Collective. I hired Kate for the “week-of” planning package for my wedding, but what she delivered was truly the equivalent of a few months of dedicated, detailed, and attentive support. From the beginning, Kate stepped in with a calm, confident presence that immediately put me at ease. She was incredibly organized and proactive, asking smart questions, identifying gaps I hadn’t even realized existed, and seamlessly coordinating with vendors long before the “week-of” window officially began. Her communication was always timely, warm, and reassuring — exactly what every overwhelmed bride or groom hopes for. During the final stretch leading up to the wedding, Kate became the steady anchor of the entire operation. She created clear timelines, managed logistics flawlessly, and ensured every vendor was aligned without my having to lift a finger. On the wedding day itself, she executed everything with absolute professionalism and grace. I didn’t have to think about a single detail — I was simply able to be present and enjoy every moment. Kate has an exceptional blend of expertise, kindness, and genuine care for her clients. She listens, she anticipates needs, and she consistently goes above and beyond what’s expected. Hiring her was one of the best decisions I made during the entire wedding-planning process. I wholeheartedly and without hesitation recommend her to anyone looking for a planner who will exceed expectations in every possible way. Kate, thank you for making our wedding weekend seamless, joyful, and unforgettable.
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Sarah D.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Nov 11, 2025
Best ever wedding planner
Kate is an amazing person inside and out. We fell in love with her on the very first meeting. Her kindness is extraordinary. As I was going through an extremely hard financial time, she was there to support me in all of my wedding dreams and make sure my wedding came to light as I dreamed of! Throughout the process, Kate is readily available at any given time. She is so patient and can work through just about anything and knows SO many vendors!!! I really cannot recommend her enough. Even through some rain and a very detailed backyard wedding, Kate made everything look like a fairy tail! Call her asap for all your wedding needs.