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The Planning Muse
Expert Wedding Consultancy
for Self-Planning Couples

🤍 The Planning Muse offers expert destination wedding consultation for couples planning their own dream wedding in France and Italy. With over 17 years of luxury wedding planning experience across NYC, Europe and Dubai, I provide professional guidance without taking control of your vision.

As your dedicated wedding consultant, I’ll share insider knowledge on venues, vendors, budgets, and logistics—empowering you to create an unforgettable celebration that’s authentically yours.

Muriel

WHY THE PLANNING MUSE EXISTS?

After planning luxury destination weddings for nearly two decades, I discovered a gap:

=> couples who wanted professional expertise but preferred to stay in control of their own planning journey.

The Planning Muse bridges the space between full-service planning and DIY, offering you expert tools, insider insights, and proven systems.

You get the confidence of professional guidance while maintaining the joy and personal connection of planning your own wedding.

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Our Consultation Packages

Whether you’re just starting to dream about your destination wedding or you’re deep in the planning process feeling overwhelmed, there’s a Planning Muse package designed for exactly where you are right now.

Each consultation package is carefully crafted to give you the expert guidance you need while keeping you in the driver’s seat of your own planning journey. From focused advice on one specific challenge to comprehensive support throughout your entire planning process, you’ll get insider knowledge, proven tools, and the confidence to create your dream wedding in France or Italy.

Choose the package that fits your needs, timeline, and budget – and let’s turn your destination wedding dreams into reality.

Available Options

  • Crisis management  available for couples. Only available after a first phone call (complimentary) to estimate the feasibility of the service.

Why Choose @THE PLANNING MUSE?

17+ Years of Luxury Wedding Expertise

Real insights from hundreds of weddings

Proven Planning Tools

Access to professional-grade systems including Aisle Planner

Self-Planning Focused

Designed specifically for couples who want to maintain control while gaining professional insights

Virtual Consultation Model

Expert guidance delivered conveniently through video sessions

Experience

Real insights from hundreds of weddings

Ongoing Support

Email support included with every package for peace of mind

HOW IT WORKS?

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Step 1: Book Your Consultation – Choose the package that fits your needs and timeline

Step 2: Strategy Session – We’ll dive deep into your specific challenges and goals

Step 3: Receive Your Action Plan – Get written recommendations and access to planning tools

Step 4: Implementation Support – Use your included email support for questions along the way

WHAT
COUPLES
SAY

“Working with Muriel through The Planning Muse was exactly what we needed! We wanted to plan our own wedding in Provence but felt overwhelmed by the logistics. Her insider knowledge of French vendors and venues saved us months of research, and her budget guidance helped us allocate our funds strategically. We felt confident and excited throughout the entire process! ”
Sarah & Mike
South of France
“The Planning Muse gave us the perfect balance of professional expertise and personal control. Muriel's consultation helped us navigate the complexities of planning a destination wedding in Lake Como while staying true to our vision. Her vendor recommendations were spot-on, and having email support made all the difference when questions came up.”
Emma & Marco
Lake Como

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FAQs : Get the scoop
Your ultimate guide to
The Planning MUSE

No, The Planning Muse is consultation-based. You remain in control of your planning while I provide expert guidance, recommendations, and tools.

Most consultations can be scheduled within 1-2 weeks. I limit spots per quarter to ensure personalized attention.

While my specialty is France and Italy, I’m open to discussing other European destinations based on your specific needs.

I focus primarily on France and Italy, with deep expertise in venues and vendors across these regions.

All packages include email support (30-60 days depending on your package), and additional crisis management support is available at €400/hour.

Ready to Start Planning with Confidence
with THE PLANNING MUSE ?

Book your destination wedding consultation today and gain the expert guidance you need to create your dream wedding in France or Italy.

Limited spots available each quarter.

Book Your Consultation here

Questions? Email me directly or schedule a quick 15-minute discovery call to discuss which package is right for you.

©Muriel Saldalamacchia for The Planning Muse, by Felicia Sisco Photography

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