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Welcome to Weddings By L & K 

"Creating your wedding vision and strategy."

Hello, Brides-to-Be!

Congratulations on your engagement! Now that you’ve said "yes," you might be wondering — where do I go from here?

My answer? Hire a wedding planner. And you're in the right place!

At Weddings by L & K, weddings are truly our specialty. As your dedicated Wedding & Event Planner, my mission is to ease the stress of planning and help bring your dream day to life — from the first idea to the final farewell.

Whether it’s a wedding, reception, or anniversary celebration, I’m here to assist with every detail, big or small. With years of experience and the right tools in hand, I’ll help make your event seamless, beautiful, and unforgettable. My goal is to ensure you remember and enjoy every moment of your special day — without the overwhelm.

While I’ll offer guidance and suggestions when needed, every decision is yours. This is your moment, and it should unfold exactly the way you envision it.

From the budget-friendly to the grand and glamorous, every wedding deserves personal attention and care. I treat each of my Brides with the extra special touch they deserve — because when my Brides are happy, I am happy!

I’m just a phone call away whenever you need me.
Feel free to explore the rest of my site to learn more about my services.

Thank you so much for visiting Weddings by L & K!

Weddings by L&K featured on KAKE News June 9, 2021.
Weddings by L&K featured in The Wichita Eagle "Wichitalk" August 16, 2007. Weddings by L&K featured on KSNW August 2, 2004.
Thumbtack Spotlight Article 2015: https://www.thumbtack.com/ks/wichita/wedding-planners/

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Welcome to Weddings by L & K

Creating Stress-Free, Beautifully Planned Weddings Since 2002

Weddings by L & K is a full-service event planning business with a heartfelt focus on weddings and receptions. Our specialty? Crafting stress-free celebrations that reflect the unique vision of each couple. Whether you're planning a small, intimate gathering or a large, grand affair, we’re here to take care of the details so you can focus on the joy.

We offer a variety of customizable wedding packages tailored to your specific needs, and every new client receives a complimentary one-hour consultation.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to listen carefully, provide the best customer service, and ensure your day runs seamlessly. We believe every bride deserves to be fully present on her special day — without worrying about what’s happening behind the scenes.

Our Story

We’re sisters — LaNetra Halcromb Stovall and Kathy Carlis — and we launched Weddings by L & K in August of 2002. But our journey began years earlier, back in 1996, helping close friends and family plan their weddings. These early experiences (and honest feedback!) inspired us to take our talents to the next level.

We immersed ourselves in the world of weddings — attending countless ceremonies, studying etiquette and industry trends, researching the local Wichita market, and building a solid business plan. We have noticed the same issues recurring time and again: late start times, disorganized receptions, and guests unsure of what to do or where to go. We knew with the right planning; these problems could be avoided — and that brides deserved better.

That’s when we decided to turn our passion into a professional service.

Where We Are Today

Now with over 50 years of combined customer service experience, we continue to serve couples with compassion, creativity, and professionalism. While Kathy is now retired, I, LaNetra, proudly carry on the business with support from my amazing two-person team, who assist on the day of your event.

We also maintain a trusted network of vendors and a strong referral list, and we regularly participate in local bridal shows to stay connected with what couples are seeking.

What Makes Us Unique

  • Over 20 years of wedding planning experience

  • Strong emphasis on affordable pricing — so every couple has access to expert planning

  • Deep roots in the Wichita community

  • Personalized attention and hands-on support for every client

  • A commitment to delivering “worry-free” wedding days

So, when you think of Weddings by L & K, remember:
“When My Brides Are Happy, I Am Happy.”

Let’s make your wedding day unforgettable — and stress-free.

Meet My Team

Yolanda and Trinity

Services

"Exclusive L&K"

$1700.00

This package is specially designed for the extremely busy or out-of-town bride, as well as brides who need full planning support from start to finish.

You have the option to:

  • Allow me to select and book all your vendors from my list of preferred professionals, or

  • Work with me to locate, interview, and book vendors outside of that list based on your unique preferences and needs.

  The "Exclusive" package includes unlimited planning time.

Please Note:

To keep my services affordable and accessible, I do not provide setup, take-down, cleanup, or decorating.
My focus is on planning and coordinating to ensure your event runs smoothly and stress-free from start to finish.

"Partial L&K"

$1500.00

This package is designed for couples who have secured the majority of their vendors but need guidance in booking the remaining services and coordinating the finer details of their wedding.

 


"Day Of L&K"

$1300.00

This package is designed for the “Brave Bride”—the one who’s booked all the vendors and planned every detail but needs someone to ensure everything runs smoothly on the big day.

I’ll step in as the point of contact for your vendors, handling all the phone calls, coordination, and last-minute details, so you can relax and enjoy your wedding.

We’ll meet three months before your wedding to review all the final plans and ensure nothing is overlooked.

Additional Services

Wedding Rehearsal + Ceremony Coordination

$600.00
This package is designed to assist with coordinating both your wedding rehearsal and ceremony. I will be there to guide the wedding party, ensure everyone knows their role, and oversee the flow of your ceremony from start to finish.

Wedding Reception Coordination

$1,000.00
Let us take the stress off your shoulders! This package focuses on reception planning and coordination — ensuring vendors arrive on time, setup is completed, and everything flows smoothly throughout the event.

Wedding Anniversary Planning

$1,000.00
This package is perfect for couples celebrating a milestone. We’ll help plan your anniversary celebration and coordinate all the necessary vendors. On the day of your event, we'll manage the details so you can relax and enjoy.

Birthday Party/Bridal Shower Coordination

$800.00 – $1,000.00
Available for children, teens, or adults — we'll assist in planning and coordinating birthday celebrations tailored to your vision and budget.

Additional Information

  • Prices and terms are subject to change without notice.

  • Pricing is based on events held in Wichita, KS.

  • A $50 non-refundable reservation fee is required to hold your date. This fee applies toward your total cost but is separate from your first payment.

  • Accepted Payments: Apple Pay (preferred), Cash App, and Venmo.

  • Events located more than 30 minutes outside of Wichita (each way, per Google Maps) will incur additional travel fees.

  • Holiday and holiday weekend events may be subject to additional charges.

  • Weddings or receptions booked with three (3) months, or less planning time will incur a $100 rush fee.

  • Free initial consultation available via Zoom or FaceTime.

  • Exclusive bonus: Brides who book our services receive a special discount with Minted for save-the-dates and wedding invitations.

Bridal Information

Hiring a Wedding Planner

If it fits within your budget, hiring a wedding planner may be one of the best investments you make for your wedding day.

Wedding planning involves countless details, deadlines, decisions, and moving parts. An experienced planner can connect you with trusted vendors, help you stay organized, keep your budget on track, and provide guidance when difficult decisions arise.

Most importantly, a wedding planner serves as your advocate and problem-solver. From managing timelines and coordinating vendors to handling unexpected situations behind the scenes, they work to ensure your day runs as smoothly as possible.

Your wedding day should be spent celebrating with family and friends—not worrying about logistics or troubleshooting issues. A planner takes care of the details so you can focus on making memories.

When couples look back on their wedding day, many say hiring a wedding planner was one of the best decisions they made.

The Wedding Party

Choosing your wedding party—those special people who will stand beside you and your beloved on your wedding day—can be one of the most meaningful, yet challenging, decisions you'll make during the planning process.

Before asking anyone to be a bridesmaid, groomsman, maid of honor, best man, or attendant, take time to determine the size and style of your wedding. These factors will help guide your decision and ensure your wedding party complements your overall vision.

Remember, your wedding party should consist of people who genuinely support your relationship and will be there for you throughout the planning process and beyond. Don't feel pressured to include someone simply because they expect to be asked or because of family obligations.

Whether you choose a large wedding party or keep it small and intimate, focus on selecting individuals who will celebrate this special chapter of your life with love, encouragement, and enthusiasm.

The right wedding party isn't about numbers—it's about surrounding yourselves with the people who matter most.

Guest List Dilemma

I've been hearing this more and more from my couples lately: people asking to be invited to their wedding after hearing about save-the-dates or seeing invitations being mailed out.

Couples, please don't feel obligated to add someone to your guest list simply because they asked.

As I've mentioned before, your guest list should consist of people who hold significance in your life—whether they're family members or close friends. Your wedding and reception should be a celebration shared with the people who genuinely support and participate in your lives.

If everyone who wanted to attend received an invitation, there would be no need for a guest list at all!

I would also be a little cautious of individuals who invite themselves to your special day. Wedding invitations are extended with intention, and every guest typically represents an important relationship.

This is one area of wedding planning that shouldn't cause unnecessary stress. You created your guest list for a reason. Trust your decisions, don't feel guilty, and stick to the plan.

Remember: every additional guest affects your budget, seating arrangements, catering costs, and overall experience. Focus on celebrating with the people who matter most to you.

Expert Advice from Gail Johnson – Be Real Black Magazine

"Start with a realistic budget and guest count before you book your first vendor or venue. As they say, if you don't know where you're going, no road will take you there."

This is one of the best pieces of wedding planning advice couples can receive.

Before touring venues, meeting vendors, or creating your Pinterest boards, sit down and determine two things: your budget and your estimated guest count. These two factors will influence nearly every decision you make throughout the planning process.

Having a clear direction from the beginning helps you make informed choices, stay within budget, and avoid unnecessary stress later on.

A successful wedding plan starts with a solid foundation. Know your numbers, set realistic expectations, and build from there.

Gift Table Tip: "Serial Wedding Gift Thief!"

Yes, you read that correctly.

Be selective about where you place your gift table. I recommend avoiding locations near exits where someone could easily slip out unnoticed. If you're using a card box, make sure a trusted person keeps an eye on it throughout the reception.

What I typically do is, once the formal reception events are complete and just before dancing begins, I hand the card box over to the couple's parents or another designated person for safekeeping.

Before I leave for the evening, I always ask who will be responsible for packing up and securing the gifts.

Thankfully, many couples today have gifts shipped directly to their home or utilize honeymoon funds, which helps reduce the risk. However, gift and card security is just one of many small details that can easily be overlooked.

These are the kinds of things an experienced wedding planner or coordinator is trained to anticipate and help manage so you can focus on enjoying your day.

       


Testimonials
Sarah & Darrell 6/6/26

From the very beginning, working with Weddings by L and K made the entire planning process so easy and stress-free. She was incredible at helping us stay within our budget while keeping track of payments and deadlines, which took so much pressure off our shoulders.

As our wedding day got closer, she was always there to answer questions, offer guidance, and help me stay calm throughout the process. On the day of the wedding, we had storms in the forecast, but she was completely prepared with multiple backup plans in case we needed to make changes.

Thanks to her organization, professionalism, and support, everything ran smoothly despite the unexpected weather. We truly could not have asked for a better experience and are so grateful for everything she did to make our day perfect. We highly recommend Weddings by L and K to any couple looking for a stress-free wedding planning experience!
Chase & Bailey (5/16/26)

"Weddings by L&K was amazing to work with when planning our wedding! She consistently communicated with us throughout the process and was extremely helpful when it came to picking out vendors that fit our needs and wants while also staying within budget. She was also very helpful during the rehearsal and on the day, ensuring everything ran as smoothly as possible. Could not recommend L&K Weddings more when it comes to planning a beautiful, stress-free wedding day!" 
Kimberly & Roger 11/15/25

Hello LaNetra,
My husband and I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your assistance with our wedding.  You stepped in when I needed your services last minute and went above and beyond to ensure my special day was just that, special.  Your professionalism and attention to all the details was greatly appreciated and everything ran smoothly.  Thank you so much for making our wedding day memorable.
Madison & Dawsen 9/13/25

Thank you so much for everything that you did to make my wedding amazing. It was a magical day, and everything was as I wanted. I don’t think I could’ve gotten through the wedding being in Kansas while I was in New York without you guys. You made it so stress-free, and you were always on top of things. You were able to help me organize what I needed with no issue and no judgment. You also had really great recommendations for vendors, which was great for me, being someone not in Kansas, but having my wedding in Kansas, it was great to have someone who knew the area. Everything went as planned, and it was an amazing day, and I couldn’t do any of it without you.  I don’t have much feedback because everything was just amazing with you. 
Chanika & Phillip 8/24/24

Weddings By L&K gave us exceptional service! From beginning to the end, making sure we got the wedding we wanted! They truly care about their couples and make everything stress-free! LaNetra provided exceptional service. We would recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, professional wedding planner! She’s very organized and dedicated to her work, and it was a pleasure working with her!
Sheron & Bronson 6/21/24

Special thanks to Weddings by L&K for their meticulous planning, communication, and attention to detail, which have made our wedding day truly special.
Naomi & Zach 4/19/25

La Netra and her team at Weddings by L&K were absolutely incredible to work with from start to finish! She was so organized, professional, and genuinely fun to have by our side during the planning process. Her experience and creativity brought fresh ideas and solutions that made everything feel so much more manageable and exciting. She kept everything on track and had our big day scheduled down to the minute—something I truly appreciated when things got hectic!

Most of all, La Netra was encouraging, calming, and supportive. My husband and I feel so lucky to have had her as part of our journey—not just leading up to the wedding, but especially on the day itself. We couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator and team to help make our dream day go so smoothly. Highly recommend!

Testimonials
Sarah & Ryan 11/4/23

LaNetra was an absolute blessing when it came to planning our wedding. Her attention to detail, thoughtfulness, and organizational skills truly made our special day a dream come true. From the very beginning, LaNetra took the time to understand our vision and went above and beyond to make it a reality. Her meticulous planning ensured that every aspect of our wedding was perfectly executed, leaving no stone unturned. Her ability to anticipate our needs and address every concern with care and expertise was truly remarkable. LaNetra's positive attitude and unwavering dedication made the entire planning process enjoyable and stress-free. On our wedding day, LaNetra's presence was like a guiding light, ensuring that everything ran seamlessly. Her calm and reassuring demeanor kept everyone at ease, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the joy of the day. It's safe to say that our wedding would not have been the same without LaNetra. We cannot thank LaNetra enough for her invaluable contributions to our special day. Her passion for her work shines through in everything she does, and we would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated, detail-oriented, and thoughtful wedding planner. Thank you, LaNetra, for making our wedding a truly unforgettable experience
Hillary & Kalub 9/19/23

Thank you for everything! I had no idea where to begin when planning my wedding until I met you! Your constant reminders and tasks for us to complete made the planning process so much easier! Thank you for spoiling us through the whole process and taking my late-night shift texts! Your passion and hard work through it all did not go unnoticed.  Thank you again, and we greatly appreciate you! 


Sarah & Nick (6/10/23)

What can we say but thank, thank you, thank you! This wedding would literally have been impossible without you! We were under so much stress with the moves, new jobs, and home remodel, but the one thing we weren’t stressed about was the wedding, as we knew you had our backs. We are so grateful to have Found you!

With LOTS OF LOVE!!!

Nick & Sarah Dunham

I can only add to what Nick said-we would have been lost without you! What a blessing to have found you. Thank you for all of your help from the beginning to the end (maybe even especially at the end-you & your team covered all of the things we didn’t think of or oversee).

I hope this isn’t the last we get to see of you. Of course, you are an amazing wedding planner, but also a beautiful person:)

Sarah & Nick
Meghann & Brent (3/31/23)

Thank you so much LaNetra!  

We were so lucky to have you, you were with us every step of the way. If we ever ran into a snag, you were right there to help fix the problem or provide a solution. Your communication and constant reminders helped us stay on top of everything that needed to be done. The recommendations of vendors that you made really helped us have a truly beautiful experience on our big day! Your strongest suit was definitely the positivity you provided from the very start that made everything so much easier. Words cannot describe how thankful we are to have had you through it all!  

Again, thank you so much,

Meghann Allan

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Weddings by L&K Calendar

2026 available slots (3/6)

May 2 (closed)

May 16 (closed)

June 6 (closed)

July 25 (closed)

2027 available slots (5/6)

January 15-17 (closed for bridal expo)

March 19-20 (closed)

October 16 (closed)

Calendar of Events

Upcoming Wichita Bridal Shows

July 25-26, 2026

January 16-17, 2027

WichitaBridalExpo.com

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