Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Planning & Venue Management
Established in 2008, Bellissimo Weddings has built a reputation for creating unforgettable wedding experiences through meticulous planning and design expertise. Our team combines a deep understanding of logistics with a passion for curating personalized events that reflect each couple's unique vision. With over 15 years of collective experience in the wedding industry, including hospitality and legal contract management, we offer a seamless service that spans from initial concept to final execution. Our partnerships with premier venues across Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Surrey, and East Devon ensure access to exceptional locations, while our commitment to detail guarantees stress-free celebrations.Recognized with multiple awards, we maintain industry leadership through Melanie Egan's elite membership in the UK Alliance of Wedding Planners and active role in training future professionals. Our transparent approach prioritizes client satisfaction, evidenced by consistently positive feedback highlighting our organizational excellence and ability to transform wedding visions into reality.
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Partial Planning Service
On the Day Management
Venue Management
Wedding Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of wedding industry expertise with elite professional recognition
- Personalized planning services tailored to individual couple requirements
- Established partnerships with premier venues across five counties
- Proven track record of stress-free event execution
- Multi-award-winning team with legal contract management expertise
Associations and certifications
- UK Alliance of Wedding Planners (Elite Membership)
What people say
Impeccable eye for detail
Stress-free experience
Seamless event execution
Personalised service
Award-winning expertise
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Our full planning service supports couples from initial concept through to wedding day execution. We manage every detail including venue selection, supplier coordination, budget management, and design consultation. With expertise in logistics and contract negotiation, we ensure seamless event delivery while maintaining your creative vision.
Partial Planning Service
This service offers flexible assistance during critical planning phases, typically covering the final three months. We coordinate supplier communications, create detailed timelines, and manage day-of logistics while allowing couples to maintain control over key decisions.
On the Day Management
Our day-of management ensures smooth event execution through detailed preparation and real-time problem solving. We coordinate all suppliers, manage timelines, and handle logistics from venue setup to final breakdown, allowing couples to fully enjoy their celebration.
Venue Management
We provide comprehensive venue management including booking coordination, supplier oversight, and day-of event execution. Our services extend to venue consultancy for property owners seeking to establish or improve wedding facilities.
Wedding Consultancy
Our consultancy service offers expert guidance on venue selection, budget management, and supplier negotiations. Available in flexible time blocks, this service supports couples who prefer self-planning with professional oversight.
People
Melanie Egan
Founder & Senior Planner
Former lawyer with 18 years legal experience, Melanie established Bellissimo Weddings in 2008. She holds elite membership in the UK Alliance of Wedding Planners and manages both wedding planning and venue consultancy services.
Danielle Cox
Wedding Planner
Joining Bellissimo in 2016, Danielle specialises in international weddings and team management. Her organisational skills ensure smooth execution of events ranging from intimate ceremonies to large-scale celebrations with global guest logistics.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide full planning, partial planning, and on-the-day management services tailored to individual requirements across Dorset and surrounding counties.
Do you work with venues outside Dorset?
While based on the South Coast, our planning services extend to Hampshire, Wiltshire, Surrey, and East Devon with flexible support options.
How do you reduce wedding planning stress?
Our structured approach combines expert logistics management with regular communication, handling all details from supplier coordination to day-of execution.
Can you assist with venue selection?
Yes, we offer venue consultancy services and have established partnerships with premier locations including country houses and vineyards.
What happens if issues arise on the wedding day?
Our experienced team proactively manages all contingencies, with proven protocols to resolve unexpected situations discreetly and efficiently.
Reviews (3)
Lou Julie-Anne
Feb 08, 2022
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Bellissimo helped us in the final month leading up to our wedding to ensure that all of our suppliers were sorted and help us set up the venue and take hold of our wedding day. I dont know how we would have done it without them! The pressure was relieved from us, knowing that there was someone to be the point of contact and organise everyone on the day meaning all we had to do was turn up on time! Mel was amazing, she was here, there and everywhere in the final week, helping with whatever we needed and keeping everything running smoothly on the day.
Our wedding day was one of the wettest days of the year and being a planned outdoor ceremony meant everything had to change to inside our marquee last minute. Mel ensured that everyone was in the right place at the right time and briefed everyone who needed to know the changes so that the guests thought that was how we had planned it! I wish we had used Bellissimo for more of our planning! Would recommend them to anyone currently planning their special day. We hope to use their sister companies for events in the future!
Our wedding day was one of the wettest days of the year and being a planned outdoor ceremony meant everything had to change to inside our marquee last minute. Mel ensured that everyone was in the right place at the right time and briefed everyone who needed to know the changes so that the guests thought that was how we had planned it! I wish we had used Bellissimo for more of our planning! Would recommend them to anyone currently planning their special day. We hope to use their sister companies for events in the future!
Abbie Elliott
Nov 04, 2019
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I am indebted to Mel and her team, they gave me my dream wedding this summer. Having rolled the date twice before (due to small children tiring us out), I had thought it might not be achievable. I certainly didnt know much about wedding planners, until a friend mentioned Bellissimo. Honestly, from the moment I met Mel, I was full of positivity. It honestly was a joy to get married, even the hard work at crucial points was overseen and managed by the unflappable Melanie.
I had the partial package and I felt the amount of hard work and dedication from the team was definitely worth the investment. The whole team are professional, experienced and immaculate. I had no idea the venue existed either (English Oak Vineyard), and its 10mins from me. Thank you again guys for giving me my perfect English country wedding with my festoon lighting
I had the partial package and I felt the amount of hard work and dedication from the team was definitely worth the investment. The whole team are professional, experienced and immaculate. I had no idea the venue existed either (English Oak Vineyard), and its 10mins from me. Thank you again guys for giving me my perfect English country wedding with my festoon lighting
Kayley Snaith
Jul 07, 2019
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Melanie was absolutely fantastic. We had the one month and on the day package and it was incredible how Melanie took the stress off of us and helped us truly relax in the lead up to our wedding. Jack and I were able to enjoy our wedding day and not worry about a thing. Melanie was just incredible and we are both so grateful for deciding to have a wedding planner!
