5.0
Praised by couples for:
Stress-free planning
Understanding the Couple's Vision
Professionalism and Attention to Detail
Wedding and Event Planning
Chattanooga, Knoxville, Atlanta
Service area
Lauren was very professional when it came down to our magical day. She was on top of everything from corsages to ensures my wedding dress was fluffed for all the pictures. She was a key component to making our day magical. We highly recommend her and her team to make your wedding day as memorable and magical as ours.
Laura J.
5.0
Lauren and her team were great! They kept the event running very smoothly. They helped make the wedding turn out perfect! I would highly recommend her , you want be disappointed!!
Robin H.
5.0
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Honeybee Wedding and Event Planning is a wedding planning business based in Cleveland, TN. They will offer guidance and expertise in your wedding journey, making sure that the special day is a sweet experience for you and your guests.
Founder Lauren Goss Utt discovered her passion for planning when she was preparing for her own big day. Since then, she has had years of experience in the wedding industry and finds joy in helping couples achieve their unique wedding vision. With Honeybee Wedding and Event Planning, you will receive personal attention and expert tips, from booking your venue to ‘I do.’
Whether you envision an intimate destination wedding or an extravagant bash, the team at Honeybee Wedding and Event Planning will provide you with a package that fits your needs. They offer day-of coordination, two-month coordination, and all-inclusive planning. With each package, you will receive a personal consultation, reception facilitation, coordination with vendors, and on-site assistance. The talented team will ensure that your day goes seamlessly, leaving you with lifelong memories as you start your new journey.
Woman-owned Business
4+ years in business
Speaks English
Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Day-Of Coordination
Destination Wedding Planning
Full Service Wedding Planning
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Wedding Activities
Wedding
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Lauren Goss Utt
Owner
Owner Lauren Goss Utt is a passionate wedding planner who loves to create stress-free, enjoyable experiences for every couple. They can't wait to work with you and make every moment sweet for you and your guests.
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Honeybee Wedding Planning—Lauren and her team—are praised for clear communication, calm professionalism, and flawless day-of coordination. They managed vendors, solved unexpected problems, and kept timelines running so couples could relax and enjoy the day. Many reviewers say the team went above and beyond and highly recommend them.Review photos
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Danielle T
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5.0
We are so thankful we had Lauren as our wedding coordinator to help pull everything together! From taking our many questions, texts, and phone calls in the months leading up to our...
wedding, to coming to our venue site visit, to helping tackle the perfect day-of timeline, her help in preparing every detail was so appreciated. Lauren's presence allowed us all to feel at ease knowing that everything was running smoothly in her hands. The weekend went so wonderfully, due in large part to Lauren's amazing work and attention to detail!
Laura J
5.0
Lauren was very professional when it came down to our magical day. She was on top of everything from corsages to ensures my wedding dress was fluffed for all the pictures. She was ...
a key component to making our day magical. We highly recommend her and her team to make your wedding day as memorable and magical as ours.
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Robin H
5.0
Lauren and her team were great! They kept the event running very smoothly. They helped make the wedding turn out perfect! I would highly recommend her , you want be disappointed!!
Lauren C
5.0
Lauren was amazing throughout the entire planning process. She helped me find the best and most affordable vendors, and she was always great about fast and clear communication. Day...
of, she kept everything on track and the day ran so smoothly. My wedding truly wouldn’t have happened without her.
frances m
5.0
Working with Lauren Utt was an absolute dream from start to finish. She was communicative, supportive, and incredibly easy to work with—never once adding pressure, but always valid...
ating my ideas and helping me make confident decisions. Lauren embraced my creative and sometimes “off-the-wall” ideas with enthusiasm and transformed them into something beautiful and seamless.
She was always available—whether by email, text, or a quick chat—to answer questions and guide me through the process with professionalism and warmth. On the day of the wedding, she handled every detail with such grace that I was able to feel like a guest at my own wedding. She treated my friends and family with kindness and professionalism, even when their celebrations got a little rowdy!
Because of Lauren, every transition throughout the evening felt effortless, every moment felt cared for, and every vision I had came to life more beautifully than I could have imagined. I can’t recommend her highly enough—she’s an absolute gem and the reason our wedding ran flawlessly from start to finish.
Kenzie T
5.0
Lauren and her team were absolutely amazing — I seriously don’t know what I would’ve done without them! From the start, Lauren made us feel like family and always went out of her w...
ay to make sure everything was perfect. She kept everything so calm and organized, which made the whole day stress-free and fun. Our wedding turned out even better than we imagined thanks to her and her team. I can’t recommend them enough — they truly made our day unforgettable! 🤍
Chloe M
5.0
Lauren with Honeybee Wedding Planning was absolutely amazing! She is so sweet and incredibly easy to communicate with. From start to finish, Lauren and her team truly exceeded expe...
ctations. I was on the fence about hiring a planner/coordinator, but I’m beyond grateful I chose Honeybee. They handled every detail seamlessly, and Lauren even stepped in to make announcements when our DJ fell short—talk about going above and beyond! We adore Lauren and her team and highly recommend Honeybee Wedding Planning to anyone looking for a stress-free, beautifully coordinated wedding day.
McKinsey T
5.0
Lauren and her team are amazing!!! We had about 100 things happen day of, but Kylie and kourtlann had already worked out a solution before we knew there was a problem. This group i...
s so fun and easy to work with, you will forget they are actually working because they immediately felt like old friends! Thank you Lauren, Kylie and kourtlann 🫶🏻
Abigail B
5.0
Honeybee planning which includes Lauren and her team were absolutely phenomenal! We could NOT have made it through the last two months of planning and the day of without them! With...
out question they took care of everything so that my daughter Abbey and I could be immersed in the day! They stepped up and helped with things that weren’t even on the list of items for them to do when they saw the need. They were so great and they will always be a staple for any event we have planned for the future as well. 💕
Amanda L
5.0
My husband and I cannot recommend Lauren enough! From start to finish, Lauren and her team were absolutely fantastic. They took all the stress off our shoulders by handling everyth...
ing, So we could enjoy our big day. From contacting vendors to setting up all the decor perfectly. Their creativity and attention to detail were incredible, and they gave us amazing ideas that made our day so special and unique. Thanks to them, our wedding was absolutely perfect. If you're looking for someone who is organized, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do look no further. Truly the best decision we made for our big day!
Josh K
5.0
My wife and I did the all inclusive package for our destination wedding and Lauren was awesome to work with. She contacted vendors, gave us great ideas and kept on top of everythin...
g. Our wedding went perfect and we have Lauren to thank for that as her team set up all the decor, coordinated with the vendors and made sure everything went smooth. We really appreciated how Lauren had a handle of things so we could enjoy our day. Lauren and her team went above and beyond for us and I can say that you'll have a great wedding if you choose Honeybee!
Jessica G
5.0
Without Lauren and her team, I really don't know what I would have done. She helped me so tremendously, when we booked with her it felt like a hug weight taken off of my shoulders...
. She kept things rolling efficiently, and on time, and was very reassuring to me. She definitely helped to calm my nerves! I recommend her to anyone and everyone! Love her!!!
Seth G
5.0
I can not imagine how my day would have turned out if I did not have Lauren and her mother there to help coordinate. We booked Honeybee for Day of Coordination and we could not be ...
happier with the service. The day was planned out perfectly and ran so smoothly. Lauren was there to help with any emergency and made the day stress free. I also heard from multiple guests that it was the best timed wedding they have ever been to and I credit that to Honeybee Event Planning!
Sarah Jo E
5.0
We truly could not have asked for a better wedding day-of coordinator than Lauren. From start to finish, she was calm, organized, and completely on top of every detail. The day wen...
t *perfectly*—and we fully credit Lauren and her amazing team for making that happen. She handled everything behind the scenes so smoothly that we were able to be fully present and just enjoy every moment. I would hire Lauren again in a heartbeat for *any* and *every* event. She’s the best of the best!
Kellie K
5.0
During our year-long planning of our wedding at the Hunter Museum of American Art, we inundated Lauren with countless questions. Yet, she never once made us feel like it was too mu...
ch. The wedding and receptions were a seamless success, all thanks to Lauren and her team. She not only listened to our vision but truly understood it, bringing it to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. We would hire Honeybee again.
Hannah W
5.0
Lauren and her team were exceptional the day of the wedding and the whole month leading up to it. I’m sure they put out more fires than I am even aware of. They were calm and colle...
cted all day and really helped to set that tone when we had an issue with another vendor less than an hour before the ceremony. Not to mention handling the many switches from outdoor to indoor ceremony and vice versa while we watched the weather risks bounce back and forth all day. SO grateful for these women and their care for my big day.
Daniela M
5.0
I cannot express enough how incredibly grateful we are for our wedding planner, Lauren. From the very beginning, she listened to our ideas, understood the vision we had for our spe...
cial day, and then turned that vision into a reality!
Living in a different state made planning our wedding a bit challenging, but Lauren truly made everything stress free. She handled every detail, ensuring everything was in place, even from afar. She took care of everything!
No matter the time, she always made sure to answer my questions, offer advice, and keep things moving forward. Her dedication and flexibility made the whole process so much easier. I’m so grateful for her expertise and dedication! Her creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to bringing our dream wedding to life was nothing short of amazing. We are so thankful for her hard work! She genuinely cares about making your wedding day the best day of your life!!
Anna M
5.0
Lauren did above and beyond what was expected! She helped the day run so smoothly and I didn’t feel stressed at all because of her! When my DJ had to leave (a family member) she st...
epped right in to keep the night going! I highly recommend hiring her for your special day! You won’t be disappointed!
Caleigh H
5.0
We are absolutely amazed beyond belief at the level of care, attentiveness, and dedication that Lauren Utt reflects. Lauren served as our day-of coordinator, but that title doesn’t...
scratch the surface of what she meant to us. Lauren is proactive, professional, and has a mind for detail. These qualities, along with many others, created the most magical wedding day. As we reminisce on our planning experience, my husband and I really could not have imagined it without Lauren’s effort and diligence! If anyone reading this is questioning whether they need coordinator or not for their own event - the answer is UNEQUIVOCALLY yes! Further, the best answer is Lauren Utt with Honeybee planning.
Lauren is a jack-of-all-traits. She fights fires, will share in your joy, and leaves no stone unturned.
Michaella S
5.0
Lauren was phenomenal! She took all the stress off my plate day of the wedding. She communicated everything with all of my vendors and we were even ahead of schedule into the night...
which left more time for dancing. 10/10 reccomend!
Kimmie N
5.0
When we got engaged, I started planning the wedding on my own and felt really stressed out. I found Lauren on instagram and she was THE BEST THING to happen to this wedding! The se...
cond I talked to her for the first time I could tell she was the perfect fit for us. She was so personable and kind to us. The wedding could not happen without her. I was able to communicate with her at anytime needed before the wedding. She was fast and got things done whenever we needed her for any task. Her team went above and beyond to make our special day perfect!! My biggest advice to other people is to make sure you get a coordinator for your wedding and to also make sure you find someone that really cares about you personally. Lauren made me feel confident with my decisions and she is the best at her job. She was born to do this!!🤍
Linda O
5.0
We hired LG for our daughter’s wedding! Best decision of our lives! Very professional, organized, attentive and great communication from beginning to end. And did I mention… she t...
otally slayed it on the wedding day!!! Thank you LG! ❤️
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