Moonstruck
Events

You’ve got the Pinterest board, the saved Instagram posts, and maybe even a color palette you think you love. But how do all of those ideas turn into a fully designed, cohesive wedding?

That’s where the wedding design process comes in. It’s about more than pretty colors or trendy details—it’s about creating a day that looks and feels like you from beginning to end.

At Moonstruck Events, we specialize in creating intentional, style-forward weddings for couples in Houston who want their design to be just as thoughtful as their vows.

So what does the process actually look like? Let’s break it down.

What Wedding Design Actually Is (And What It’s Not)

Let’s start with a little myth-busting:
Wedding design doesn’t have to mean elaborate installations or six-figure floral budgets.

Sometimes great design is simply a well-chosen color palette, coordinating linens, and subtle touches that tie everything together.

But no matter the scale, thoughtful design always does one thing well:
➡️ It creates a consistent experience from beginning to end.

• It’s the feeling guests get when they walk into your ceremony space
  
• It’s the way your place cards echo your overall aesthetic
  
• It’s how the florals, linens, signage, and lighting all come together to support your vision

From your invitation suite to your ceremony to your last dance, everything should feel like it belongs in the same world.

Step-by-Step: What Our Wedding Design Process Looks Like

At Moonstruck Events, we believe the best design comes from a process that blends creativity with intention. Depending on your planning package, wedding design may be fully integrated or available as a custom add-on—so you get exactly the level of support you need.

Here’s what the process looks like when we guide our couples from inspiration to execution:

1. Discovery: Your Story, Your Style, Your Vision

We kick things off by getting to know you. What do you love? What’s your story? What kind of energy do you want your day to have?

This is where we dive deep into your relationship, your personal style, and the moments that matter most—so we can begin to shape a design that’s rooted in meaning, not just aesthetics.

This discovery phase is included for all of our full-service clients and can also be added to custom packages if you’re looking for design support without full planning. We ask questions like, ‘What do you want your guests to feel when they walk into your reception?’ or ‘Is there a detail from your first date, proposal, or where you met that we could subtly weave into the design?

2. Mood Board Creation
Next, we take all your ideas—from Pinterest boards to venue vibes—and distill them into a clear visual direction. Think color palette, textures, patterns, and overall atmosphere.

We send our couples a curated design deck that includes images, color inspiration, and visual anchors to get us aligned before moving into sourcing.

3. Vendor Collaboration
Once your vision is locked in, we bring in our trusted vendors to help bring it to life. From floral designers and rental teams to lighting, signage, and stationery creatives—we work closely with every vendor to ensure the design feels cohesive from every angle.

Thanks to our long-standing relationships with talented vendors here in Houston, we know exactly who to call to match your style, budget, and overall vibe—flawlessly.

4. The Design Plan + Logistics
This is where creativity meets coordination. We create a detailed plan that includes layout diagrams, linen swatches, rental selections, signage design notes, and more. Every visual element is organized, cohesive, and confirmed ahead of time.

No last-minute guessing games—we triple-check every order and layout detail so install day runs smoothly.

5. Execution + Setup
On wedding day, our team handles the full installation and setup, ensuring everything looks exactly the way you envisioned it (or better). You get to walk into your fully designed space without lifting a finger.

We’re on-site fluffing florals, fixing place cards, and making sure everything is picture-perfect before you even step into the room.

No matter your style, your budget, or your guest count—your wedding design should feel like you.

Whether that means bold color palettes and lounge vignettes or classic florals and carefully chosen menus, we’re here to guide you through every decision and help you create a celebration that tells your story.

✨ Ready to bring your vision to life? Let’s design something beautiful—together.