The Bridal Compass


Service levels: Full-service planning


About The Bridal Compass

The Bridal Compass

At The Bridal Compass, we believe your wedding should reflect your love story — thoughtful, beautiful, and authentically you. We guide couples through every stage of the planning process with care, creativity, and precision. Our customizable packages range from full-service planning to day-of coordination, ensuring every detail is handled seamlessly. With years of experience and trusted vendor relationships, our goal is to remove the stress so you can enjoy every moment. Let us guide you to a joyful, well-orchestrated celebration.

What sets me apart is my personalized approach to wedding consulting and planning. I offer tailored guidance every step of the way, ensuring your wedding reflects your unique love story. Whether you’re looking for full-service planning or just need expert advice, I take the time to understand your vision and provide strategic solutions. My calm, organized demeanor and strong industry connections help manage all the details, allowing you to enjoy a stress-free engagement and wedding day. At The Bridal Compass, it’s not just about a beautiful event — it’s about creating an unforgettable experience that’s perfectly you.

In three words: Efficient, Honest, Resourceful

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Services by planning level

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Service available for an extra cost
Full-service planningA la cartePartial planningDay-of coordination / wedding management
Description

Do you have a busy schedule with barely any time to plan your special day? This package is our full design and coordination package for your wedding. This package manages every detail of the planning process from start to finish and allows our couples to enjoy their engagement and not worry about the wedding planning process.

This package is perfect for the couple that require assistance with planning the details of their big day but does not require day of coordination.

This package is for the couple who have done most of the planning but requires assistance in ensuring that their Big Day runs. This is perfect for couples who want to enjoy their wedding day without worrying about all the details.

Planning begins12 Months out12 Months out3 Months out
Vendor Management
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Timeline Creation & Management
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Contract Review
Invites & Stationery
Wedding Website
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Accommodation Coordination
PricingStarts at $8,000Starts at $300Starts at $5,000Starts at $3,000

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

6 reviews

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    Carol

    Rating: 5
    Apr 1, 2026

    The best!

    Working with Melissa as our wedding planner was one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, she made the entire process feel seamless and completely stress-free. She really took the time to understand our vision, priorities, and budget, and somehow brought everything together even better than we imagined. Melissa was incredibly organized and communicative throughout the entire journey. She kept us informed every step of the way and coordinated effortlessly with all of our vendors, which gave us so much peace of mind. What truly set her apart, though, was how much she genuinely cared about our day. It never felt like “just another wedding” — she was fully invested in making it perfect for us. Her creativity and attention to detail were unmatched. She thought through every aspect of the day, from the big-picture elements down to the smallest touches, ensuring everything flowed beautifully. Because of her, we were actually able to relax and fully enjoy our wedding day. We are beyond grateful for Melissa and cannot recommend her highly enough to any couple looking for a thoughtful, talented, and truly dedicated wedding planner.

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    Laura

    Rating: 5
    Feb 25, 2026

    Highly recommend!

    Melissa is truly a master at her craft! She is attentive, has an eye for details, and is always available to answer any questions you may have! If you want to experience a truly personalized and wonderful planning experience, I would highly recommend Melissa!

  • LS

    Lauren S.

    Rating: 5
    Aug 22, 2025

    Mel at bridal compass was fantastic!

    I had a great experience working with Mel at Bridal Compass! She assisted with consultations and vendor research for my restaurant style wedding in NYC. She was easily reachable and helping keep me calm on what could have been stressful planning moments. I felt like I was in good hands and I’m so happy I had her support!

  • JP

    Jean P.

    Rating: 5
    Aug 13, 2025

    Amazing!

    The Bridal Compass was a pleasure to work with for our wedding planning. Their communication style was clear, and they were thorough, clear, and productive in their work. They helped keep our timeline on track, communicated important information to the right guests, and brought a positive energy throughout the planning process and on our wedding day. We felt they were an invaluable part of making our special day run smoothly. I highly recommend The Bridal Compass to any couple looking for a wedding planner.

  • GI

    Ginamarie I.

    Rating: 5
    May 20, 2025

    Bride

    From our first consultation with The Bridal Compass, my fiancee and I were impressed by Melissa’s clear, effective, and skilled communication style. Melissa was always quick to respond to our emails and phone calls, and she provided us with detailed timelines and checklists to keep us on track throughout the planning process. Melissa’s fluent knowledge of the local vendor community also proved invaluable, as she seamlessly coordinated with our other wedding professionals to ensure everything ran smoothly on the big day. Thanks to The Bridal Compass, our wedding is going to be an absolute dream come true, and we are forever grateful for her exceptional service. Everyone should use The Bridal Compass for their big day.


Yes, absolutely! In addition to weddings, we’re happy to help plan related events such as bridal showers, baby showers, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, and more. Whether you're looking for full-service planning or just a little extra support, we tailor our services to fit your needs and make every celebration seamless and memorable.
We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 9 to 12 months before your event—to ensure availability and give us plenty of time to bring your vision to life.
Yes, we understand that every client and event is unique. We’re happy to create a custom package tailored to your specific needs.
Yes! We offer two flexible consulting options. The Guiding Star Package ($500) includes up to 6 hours of expert advice to help with anything from budgeting to design or family dynamics. The Pathfinder Package (starting at $1,000) helps you find the perfect venue and vendors—we'll curate options, schedule tours or meetings, and review contracts. These are great for couples who want guidance without full-service planning. Reach out to see what fits best for you!
We believe every couple deserves our full attention. We only book one wedding per day to ensure you receive our complete focus and care. On rare occasions, we may take more than one event in a weekend—but never in a way that compromises the quality, time, or energy we dedicate to your celebration.