Marilena Zambelli Wedding Planner

About Marilena Zambelli Wedding Planner

I am a down-to-earth dreamer and professional wedding planner with 250 weddings behind me. Creativity, imagination, and client focus are my hallmarks. My journey from the music events industry to beauty sales has sharpened my practical and determined nature. Since launching my agency in 2009, I've been dedicated to crafting unique weddings that reflect each love story with meticulous attention to detail. I collaborate with couples to select venues, suppliers, and decorations, ensuring every aspect of their day is perfect. My mission is to blend dreams with reality, creating unforgettable and personalized wedding experiences filled with creativity for the couples and for the guests

Behind The Brand…

What was the initial spark for your brand, how did it all begin?

I started my career in Milan, organizing major international concerts. Later, I managed the Italian budget for a luxury cosmetics multinational, liaising with the New York headquarters. However, I missed the events world. During the 2008-2009 economic crisis, I decided to invest in myself and pivot to private events, as companies were struggling. My studies in public relations, advertising, and interior design further fueled my passion. What I loved most was combining my organizational skills and love for numbers with my creative and aesthetic passions

What services do you offer couples?

As a planner and designer, I’m all about the perfect balance of precision and creativity. From meticulously managing budgets to flawlessly executing every detail, I ensure nothing is overlooked. Yet, my work is also fueled by an insatiable curiosity and a drive for innovation. I believe in crafting weddings that are as unique as the couples themselves, reflecting their essence and vision, all while staying within budget constraints. My approach blends structured organization with boundless creativity, guided by continuous research and a deep understanding of my clients’ desires.

Additionally, I offer a comprehensive planning service where we scout all suppliers, not only for the wedding day but also for related events. For us, the concept of experience is paramount; the entire weekend should be a unique and memorable experience. We manage the couple’s budget, event timing, coordination, and of course, all aspects of wedding design and creativity. Plus, we’re supported by an external team of architects and bridal assistants.

How would you describe your aesthetic?

I draw inspiration from everything around me—nature, architecture, interior design. There’s always a cross-contamination of ideas. While I observe trends, I don’t believe in blindly following them. Instead, I focus on creating a space that truly reflects and comforts the couple. It’s about making that space cool and intriguing. At the core of every design is the desire to provide a unique experience not only for the couple but also for their guests.

As a planner or stylist, what are you inspired by at the moment in the world of weddings?

I spend my winters visiting design expos—furniture, lighting, textiles. My dad, a bonsai master, instilled in me a deep appreciation for balance and beauty. His meticulous pursuit of aesthetics has always guided me. Lately, I’m drawn to unique patterns and bold combinations, but only if they make sense within the project’s context

What would you like to see less of?

I crave less dull projects, lacking depth and research. Too often, we see setups devoid of soul, mass-produced as if curiosity in creating something new has vanished. Let’s remember, everyone attending a wedding weekend is experiencing a unique and irreplaceable event. It’s our mission to ensure these days leave them with unforgettable memories, making it one of the best weekends they’ve ever had.

A styling/planning tip or two you’ve learned along the way that you’d give to any couple?

When you kickstart the creative process, immerse yourselves in the event’s setting. Look around, take a deep breath, activate your senses, and feel the vibe. Harness the nature surrounding you, infuse it into your tables, your ceremony, everything you create. That’s how you achieve a perfectly balanced design. Keep an open mind, dare to think outside the box. Remember something that amazed you, surprised you, and strive to evoke that same feeling with your design.

Editor’s Notes…

Why we love them…

The beauty of rhythm and balance, lights dotted with perfection, florals blooming in effortless unison. From tablescape placements with textural cloths, artful plates, and well-thought composition, Marilena etches her vision with detail. The color tones of events spill and unravel into the landscapes, creating a space that is accented, not overwhelmed.

For the couple…

Who looks for artful compositions in their wedding settings. Appreciating lighting when it’s well done, creating spaces that reflect their essence. Loving opulence and how it shines through with patterned organization and precise planning.