FAQ

I see that you are a wedding designer. How is that different from a traditional wedding planner?

Many wedding planners focus on logistics - timelines, contracts, budgets, and vendor coordination - with design offered as supporting guidance.

At Kogan Events, design leads the process.

We approach weddings through the lens of creative direction, shaping the overall experience before individual decisions are made. Rather than styling isolated elements, we consider how every visual moment connects - from attire and florals to lighting, layout, tablescapes, and the flow of the evening itself.

The result is a wedding that feels cohesive and intentional, where every detail supports a clear point of view instead of competing for attention.

What does your design process look like?

Our design process is intentionally structured in phases so that decisions are made at the right time, in the right order, and with the right level of clarity.

We begin by establishing the overall feeling, visual language, and creative direction of the wedding. From there, the design develops in response to the real framework of the event - including guest flow, spatial use, catering style, and overall experience. Once those foundational elements are in place, we refine the details, align visual partners, and carry the design through to wedding day styling.

This is what allows the final result to feel cohesive, elevated, and deeply personal rather than rushed or pieced together.

When are major design decisions finalized?

Not all design decisions are finalized at the same time - and that is very intentional. In the early stages, we focus on the overall vision, atmosphere, and creative direction of the celebration. More specific elements, such as tablescape details, layout refinement, floral expression, and styling layers, are developed more fully once the underlying event structure is confirmed.

This phased approach allows each decision to feel thoughtful, grounded, and beautifully resolved.

Why are some design elements discussed early but finalized later?

Some elements can absolutely be explored early on, but they cannot be meaningfully finalized until key planning realities are in place.

Details such as floor plan refinement, tabletop decisions, and certain styling elements are shaped by factors like guest count, service style, spatial use, weather contingency, and overall event flow. When those pieces become clear, the design can be refined in a way that feels intentional and fully aligned.

We do not rush decisions simply for the sake of finalizing them early. We guide them in sequence so the end result feels effortless, cohesive, and true to the celebration as a whole.

How does design work alongside our planner?

We work best in close collaboration with your planner or coordinator, with each professional leading in their area of expertise.

Your planner manages logistics, timelines, and executional structure, while we lead the creative direction and visual experience of the wedding. Because design and planning influence one another, we collaborate throughout the process to ensure that what is being created is not only beautiful, but also supported by the framework of the event.

This partnership allows the wedding to feel both seamless and visually intentional.

Do you work with LGBTQ+ couples?

Our celebrations are inclusive. We only work with fellow wedding professionals who share our belief that all humans are equal,
no matter their race, gender, ethnicity, belief system, or who they love.

HOW MANY EVENTS DO YOU PLAN PER YEAR?

We intentionally take on a limited number of weddings each year.

Our work is highly custom and requires a significant investment of creative energy, attention, and collaboration. Limiting our calendar allows us to remain fully present for each couple and ensure that no two weddings ever feel replicated.

Quality and intention will always come before quantity.

HOW EARLY IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK YOUR SERVICES?

We recommend reaching out 12–18 months before your wedding date, especially for peak seasons in Atlanta and destination weddings.

That said, availability can vary, and we occasionally accept shorter timelines depending on the scope and season. The sooner we connect, the more thoughtfully we can design your wedding experience.

WHY DON'T YOU LIST YOUR PRICES?

We do not list pricing publicly because no two weddings - and no two design scopes - are the same.

Our proposals are custom and based on factors such as overall vision, guest count, location, level of design involvement, and collaboration needs. After learning more about your wedding, we’ll create a tailored proposal that reflects your priorities and investment. However, on average, our clients spend as a whole for the entire wedding (dress, flowers, venue, etc.) around $800-$2500 per guest.

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DO YOU TAKE COMMISSIONS FROM SUPPLIERS FOR RECOMMENDING THEM TO US?

However, common in the wedding industry, transparency is very important to us.

Our design fees are structured independently of vendor commissions. When we recommend vendors, it is based on fit, quality, and experience — not incentives. Any referral arrangements are handled ethically and never at the expense of our clients.

Our only goal is to assemble the right team to bring your vision to life.

WHAT IF WE FIND SOME OF THE VENDORS ON OUR OWN?

That’s perfectly fine.

We are happy to work with vendors you’ve already selected, provided they align with the overall vision and meet professional standards. We will thoughtfully integrate them into the design plan and collaborate to ensure a cohesive final result.

Our goal is always to build the best possible creative team around your wedding.

What exactly does wedding design, styling, and creative direction include?

Our wedding design and creative direction services cover everything your guests can see, feel, and experience, including but not limited to:

Overall design concept and creative vision
Color palette, textures, and material selection
Attire styling for the couple, wedding party, and immediate family
Floral design direction and installation planning
Tablescapes, linens, rentals, and décor
Stationery, signage, and paper goods
Lighting, layout, and spatial flow
Styling of ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception spaces
Music and atmosphere guidance
Styling and pacing of key moments - including the grand exit

Every decision is made with intention so your wedding feels cohesive, elevated, and unmistakably personal.

Who should be involved in design decisions?

We are always happy to collaborate with the people most important to the celebration, but the design process works best when there is a clear decision-making structure. Because our work is highly personal and intentionally layered, clarity around approvals helps the process move thoughtfully and preserves a strong, cohesive point of view throughout. Too many competing directions can dilute the design and make the process feel unnecessarily complicated.

Our role is to lead with clarity and intention, so the final result feels unified, elevated, and unmistakably yours.

WHAT AREAs do you serve?

Kogan Events is a luxury wedding designer based in Atlanta, GA serving the following areas in Metro Atlanta and beyond: Atlanta, Acworth, Alpharetta, Athens, Augusta, Austell, Avondale Estates, Braselton, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Buford, Canton, Cartesville, Covington, Cumberland, Decatur, Douglasville, Fayetteville, Johns Creek, Jonesboro, McDonough, Milton, Kennesaw, Marietta, Norcross, Peachtree City, Peachtree Corners, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Savannah, Smyrna, Sugar Hills, Rome, North Georgia and surrounding areas.

We also service clients in South Carolina and North Carolina including Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, Greenville, Raleigh, Greensboro, Ashville, and across the globe.

Our favorite destinations for weddings are France, Italy, Spain and Mexico.