Wonderstruck Wedding Planning

Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 6


About Wonderstruck Wedding Planning

Samantha Polito

Owner, Certified Wedding Planner

Hi! I'm Samantha, founder of Wonderstruck Wedding & Event Planning. For over 12 years, I’ve poured my heart into hospitality, planning events for 8 years, running our family restaurant, managing catering sales in hotels, and operating a premier catering company across Central and South Florida. As a planner, caterer, and officiant, I bring a unique range of expertise to your big day. Beyond connecting you with my network of trusted local vendors, my goal is to make you feel completely supported. I treat every client like family, bringing warmth and care so you can focus on creating memories that last a lifetime.

I don't just plan events, I’ve lived every side of them. With over 12 years in hospitality, from running our family restaurant and managing catering sales in hotels to operating a full-scale catering business, I understand event flow, kitchen ops, and venue logistics from the inside out. As your planner and licensed officiant, I bring deep industry roots, trusted vendor connections, and a family-first touch to make your day completely seamless.

In three words: Calm, Organized, Supportive


Services by planning level

Service included in starting price
Service available for an extra cost
Full-service planningPartial planningDay-of coordination / wedding management
Description

From developing your wedding vision and establishing a realistic budget to curating the perfect vendor team, managing contracts, overseeing design details, building timelines, and coordinating every aspect of your celebration, we'll guide you through each step with care, creativity, and expertise. Throughout the process, we'll serve as your advocate, your sounding board, your trusted advisor, and your biggest supporter.

Think of us as your planning partner. We'll help you navigate the process with confidence while giving you the freedom to make your wedding feel like you. As your day gets closer, we'll transition into wedding management, making sure every detail you've worked so hard on comes together seamlessly.

Month of we will step in to learn every detail of your plans, connect with your vendor team, create a customized timeline, and make sure everyone is on the same page. On your wedding day, we'll be there to manage the logistics, solve problems before you even know they exist, and keep everything running smoothly. Our goal is simple: we want you to be fully present with the people you love while we take care of the rest.

Planning begins12 Months out3 Months out1 Month out
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Vendor Management
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Contract Review
Rentals & Linens
Invites & Stationery
Wedding Favors & Accessories
PricingStarts at $7,000Starts at $3,600Starts at $2,200

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 4.9

4.9 out of 5

18 reviews

  • JS

    Jennifer S.

    Rating: 5
    Zola
    Sep 18

    No detail missed/experienced/so supportive/fun!

    Samantha and her team are exceptional. She planned my daughter’s wedding after we have worked in the industry together for well over a decade! ! She’s not only a problem solver, but incredibly forward-thinking, anticipating potential issues and addressing them before they ever become problems. Her couples feel supported and their families and guests always say how seamlessly the day unfolds. She also has a wonderful network of trusted vendors and fab venues she’s worked with for years. I couldn’t recommend Samantha more highly.

  • KS

    Kymberly Schoppe

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Aug 31, 2026

    If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is thoughtful, thorough, and truly invested in making your day perfect, Samm is the one. We chose her partial planning package, and she delivered beyond what we expected. Her organization, attention to detail, and the time she spent reviewing every element made us feel completely supported throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, we genuinely got to just show up. Samm handled the ceremony, rehearsal, and full wedding‑day flow with calm confidence. Because she was behind the scenes managing every detail, we were able to be fully present and enjoy every moment. She made our wedding day magical, seamless, and completely stress‑free. We couldn’t be more grateful for Samm’s dedication and professionalism. Highly recommend her to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding planner!

    Wonderstruck Wedding PlanningSep 1, 2026

    Kym, Reading this literally made my day! Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly was an honor to be part of your big day. I’m so grateful I could be there to handle the details so you could enjoy every moment. Wishing you both the absolute best! Xoxo

  • MS

    Manny Sequeira

    Rating: 5
    Google
    May 15, 2026

    I can’t recommend Wonderstruck Weddings & Event enough! Working with Sam is always a seamless experience. She's incredibly easy to work with, highly organized, and her attention to detail is second to none. As a fellow event professional, I know how much of a difference a great planner makes, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make every event run smoothly from start to finish. Her communication, professionalism, and dedication truly stands out. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who genuinely cares and delivers an amazing experience, look no further. Highly recommended!

    Wonderstruck Wedding PlanningSep 1, 2026

    Manny, you’re awesome! Thank you so much for your review, always a great time working with you and your team!

  • AD

    Alexa Downie

    Rating: 3
    Google
    May 15, 2026

    I hired Wonderstruck, run by Sam, for month-of wedding coordination. Communication was lacking a bit early on in the process of working with Sam but I brushed it off knowing services didn’t truly begin until 6 weeks prior. By the time the final month arrived, I had already handled the majority of the planning myself. A few days before the rehearsal, Sam informed me she wouldn’t be present, but she’s having her assistant, Maci, run it instead. Sam also brought on a new fill in coordinator/helper last minute who ended up being very kind and helpful but this unvoiced decision required me to re-explain key components of the wedding details to catch her up to speed the day before the wedding, meanwhile I just paid her company a couple thousand to help plan it all…. On the wedding day, Sam was aloof and left early without a word. Maci carried out the coordination with grace, and I’m so grateful for her efforts. But the lack of transparency from Sam left me feeling unimportant and overlooked. All in all, I wish I chose day-of service & I fully endorse Maci.

  • TL

    Tarik Latch

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Apr 15, 2026

    Wonderstruck Wedding PlanningSep 1, 2026

    Thank you! :)


Not at all. While we have a deep network of trusted local vendors, we are always happy to collaborate with new creative professionals.
Yes, we review all vendor contracts to ensure coverage, timing, and logistical alignment with your venue’s rules.
Yes! Venue coordinators focus on the venue’s property, rules, and staff. As your private planner, we manage your entire vendor team, personal timeline, decor setup, and individual needs. *Trust me, I was a venue coordinator.
Yes, Wonderstruck carries full liability insurance, which most venues require for outside coordinators and vendors.
No, our fees cover our professional planning, management, and coordination services. All third-party vendor expenses are paid directly to those businesses.
We serve as the point of contact for all vendors on-site, directing setup, checking timelines, and managing end-of-night teardown.
Yes, we set up personal elements like place cards, guest books, signage, menus, and favor tables.
es! We bring full-service planning and logistics to gala fundraisers, corporate retreats, milestone birthdays, and holiday celebrations.
es, we research, pitch, and contract appropriate venues based on guest capacity, tech needs, and aesthetic requirements.
We build a detailed "Plan B" weather policy in advance, coordinating secondary spaces or tenting as needed.
Yes, we help negotiate room block agreements and compile local hotel details for your guests.