About this vendor
Designs by Delissa has specialized in making the wedding day dreams of brides become realites since 1999. Although Dallas/FT. Worth is our main service area, we also coordinate destination wedding.
Designs by Delissa founder and owner, Delissa James-Peterson, is a certifed wedding planner who also specializes in occasion event planning as well as Holiday and Interior Decorating.
For more than 15 years our professional dream team staff, has met and surpassed the wedding day needs, of our cherished brides and their families.
Details
Business Attributes
- Black-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
- Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
- A la Carte Wedding Planning
- Budgeting
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
- Honeymoon Planning
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Engagement Party
- Honeymoon
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Bachelor Party
Awards and Affiliations
5-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2024.2021.+2 more.
Best of Weddings
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
Reviews
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If I could give a million stars, I would. Amber, with DBD and her staff made my wedding day beyond amazing. She managed every detail with care, kept communication clear and consist...
ent, and made sure my vision was honored throughout the entire process. If you want someone who is creative, dependable, and truly thoughtful, DBD is the perfect choice. I highly recommend them!
Delissa is genuinely one of the most caring planners you’ll meet. She truly listens to your ideas, values your opinions, and makes you feel heard every step of the way. You can tel...
l she puts her heart into her work, and it shows in everything she creates.
Delissa did a fantastic job on the October 17th wedding! She was extremely professional and provided THE BEST customer service. The florals for the wedding were absolutely stunning...
, and the layout of the hors d'oeuvres was very tastefully done. I will be using Designs by Delissa for my future events, and highly recommend her for your event planning needs!
Delissa helped me host my daughter’s graduation party from medical school in May, 2025.
She was very thorough, knowledgeable, and a great person to work with. Her staff was dependa...
ble, and helpful as well throughout the entire process. I would definitely hire her again, and will recommend her to my family and friends!
I truly do not have the words to describe how much we adore Delissa and the way she brought our vision to life. She executed not one but TWO major events for our wedding celebratio...
ns and she carried out both with such (seemingly) effortless wisdom, organization, and precision. Delissa was an absolute treasure to work with and she was hands down the best part of planning our wedding. We could not love her more!
Delissa and her team did an amazing job planning and implementing our daughter’s destination wedding and then a local reception. Talk about money well spent!
I was very impressed w...
ith the attention to detail and above and beyond professionalism of the entire experience.
Our entire family was completely blown away by how amazing Delissa and her team are! Every detail was attended to all with smiles and joy. We couldn’t have asked for more!
The wedding on October 17, 2025 was absolutely beautiful. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, and the atmosphere was filled with love and joy. The decor was stunning, the ceremo...
ny was heartfelt, and the entire celebration flowed perfectly. It was truly a memorable and breathtaking event. Designs by Delissa and her team did an outstanding job!
Working with Delissa and her team was an absolute pleasure. She was incredibly attentive to every detail, communicated throughout the entire process, and made sure our event ran sm...
oothly from start to finish. Her professionalism during the months we worked together was amazing. Highly recommend!
DBD is that designer! She planned my entire graduation party and brought my vision to life. Everything was Texas Longhorn and burnt orange exactly how I wanted it and the setup was...
absolutely gorgeous.
She stayed on top of every detail, communicated consistently, and made sure my wants were met every step of the way. If you’re looking for someone creative, reliable, and intentional, DBD is the one. Highly recommend!
Delissa was amazing to work with. Delissa and her team did an amazing job for my event. She was very detailed and patient throughout the entire process. I will definitely use her s...
ervices again. Thank you so much.
Delissa and her team went above and beyond to ensure that my son and his bride had the wedding of their dreams.
Delissa was my wedding planner for our wedding in March 2023. She was there every step of the way and truly had our best interest in mind.
From the photographer to the engagement p...
ictures, venue, bridal boutique, cake tasting she was constantly working on making our day the most special day possible.
The day of the wedding I didn’t have to worry about a thing and I felt like a true princess.
The most common comment about our wedding was this is the best wedding I have ever been to.
It wouldn’t have been like that if it wasn’t for Delissa and her team. Her attention to detail is impeccable, even tiny details that meant so much such as having a memorial table for my father who passed away in the 2008. She even left gifts at the front desk of our out of town, wedding guest to have a little welcoming gift upon arrival.
I highly recommend Delissa and her team for your wedding needs 💜
It was a great experience, very strategic in planning, managed time to the second, and professional to work with along with clear communication.
Everything was amazing. We couldn’t have had a better experience. We had the wedding of our dreams due to our amazing vendor.
If there were ever a time when dreams came true, it was the day my son and his beautiful bride walked down the aisle. The services provided by our event planner, @ Designs by Deli...
ssa Weddings and Events, were exceptional! It was a fairy-tale fantasy wedding come true.
The venue was decorated to near perfection-from the entrance to the exit. The tables, centerpieces, flowers, and other decor adorned the venue with the comparable elegance and style that my son and his bride also exude. (Yes, I am a little bias.)
Then there were the musical selections, delicious food, and overall ambience that resonated with that fairy-tale atmosphere.
I expected no less following our initial consultation. Delissa and her team assured us that they were more than capable of giving our happy couple the wedding of their dreams. The team did not disappoint!
Even though it has been several months since this blessed event, the bride and groom, our family, and friends are still reflecting on how much they enjoyed the ceremony, how beautiful everything was, and how the day could not have been any better.
Delissa and her team are a class act! They provided an experience that will not be soon forgotten. They are professional, but they also provide a personal touch that speaks to their desire to render the best service possible.
For these reasons, I would recommend this amazing team to make your amazing day absolutely more amazing!!!
This wedding was top notch! I loved how it was so well organized with the flow of service, punctuality, choice of decorations and overall just a very classy event. The quality of ...
service was very professional. I was very impressed!
Delissa created a beautiful wedding ombience. Delissa's attention to detail was outstanding. Delissa's creation made it easy for our families to meet and greet all night. We enjoye...
d every moment. Her eye for design was nothing short of fabulous. In addition to the decor, she can wable to incorporate both the Bride and Grooms favorite things and desires in order to share with us all. Thank you Delissa for providing such amazing service and care for the Golden' Wedding!
Very professional.
I was able to be hands off and let her do the job. Took the stress off of me and my wife.
Delissa helped make our wedding flow and run smoothly. From making sure the wedding party was ready to ensuring we got in all the pictures we wanted and much more. She was very pr...
ofessional and answers and assisted in any way we needed.
My Husband and I wanted a small intimate wedding that reflected our union and personalities. My original organizer/decorator dropped out two weeks before the wedding. Designs by De...
lissa stepped in and took the stress off me and my husband. She helped coordinate the wedding and venue perfectly never before having seen the venue. She made sure the bridal suite had everything I needed and I was comfortable from start to finish.
Delissa and her team are great to work with, very detailed and highly professional!!!
You will not regret working with Designs by Delissa for your next wedding or event!
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My husband and I didn’t get married in the city we lived in, so having a reliable, trusting wedding planner was a must for us. Delissa turned my dream day into a reality. I knew I ...
wasn’t a DIY bride but I knew everything that I wanted, and she executed my vision beyond my dreams… you can’t wrong with choosing her as your wedding planner
Designs by Delissa made sure I had a wedding day to remember.
Delissa executed everything I wanted to the fullest.
She comes highly recommended.
If you want a wedding that is wonderful and memorable, Designs by Delissa will definitely make that happen. Give her your thoughts and and ideas about what you want and relax. The ...
only words you will be saying is ok, yes, wonderful and when.
Amazing
Delissa made my wedding day hassle free - I bought her full wedding planning service and as a bride, I can say it was well worth it. I most appreciate how effective she was in neg...
otiating with vendors and bringing our cost down - she easily paid for herself in cast savings. My day was magical and I'm so grateful!
Delissa handled everything that was asked of her and beyond for the bride & groom's families. She took the stress off the families along with adding her very personal touch. She ...
was involved with the smallest details along with the big decisions along the way. Her calm demeanor and big smile was ever present. I would highly recommend her and can't thank her enough for all she did to make this wedding so memorable for us all!
Delissa was a sweetheart and it felt like working with an Auntie! I met her very late in the planning stages and it was such a relief to hand over the reigns and trust her with my ...
vision. My wedding was absolutely gorgeous and her preferred vendors were awesome! She even came to my wedding ready to go after getting sick and losing her voice, and having a member of her family pass... She is a trooper, a beam of light, and I would certainly work with her again!
This is a bit late but I wanted to take this time to give a sincere shoutout to Designs by Delissa. I was looking for a wedding day coordinator to take care of all the minute deta...
ils involved in a Pakistani wedding such as picking up party favors, keeping our gift box in a safe place, directing vendors, and making sure my parents were relaxed on what is supposed to be a stressful day. She did such a good job making sure our dinner buffet line went smooth.
When we were first looking for a coordinator, Delissa came by to meet with us and get a sense of what we were looking for. I love her sweet and calming personality.
Thank you Delissa and her sweet friend for helping make this a memorable and relaxed wedding day for us!
She should be considered for your wedding needs! She will give her heart and soul into the work she is tasked to do!
Fantastic job with our son's wedding! She also handled and solved a potential problem professionally. We were able to relax and enjoy the planning, the wedding, and the reception...
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Delissa and her team did a great job for my son’s beautiful wedding and reception! The details from start to finish were all taken care of with professionalism! We were so please...
d with their services and will refer others to them!
Delissa was great! She helped us to make sure everything ran smoothly the day of our big day.
Words cannot express my gratitude for Delissa and her staff. My daughters wedding was something out of a movie! Delissa is a #1 planner and we were incredibly blessed to have had...
her help. She always made use feel as though she had everything 100% under control and that is what you want in a planner!! We loved everything she came up with and she respected our input. Thanks again for making my daughters wedding AMAZING!!!
Designs By Delissa and her staff did an AWESOME job on our anniversary renewal!
The décor was beautiful! We were in awe of the wonderful work she did and how she made us feel like...
it was our very first time getting married!
DesignsbyDelissa & Staff ROCKS!
Delissa is a great organizer and communicator. She is dependable. She handles even the smallest details - like putting a bow on the cake cutting knife. She works well with vendo...
rs and facility coordinators. She can be firm but kind all at the same time. She is invaluable! As the mother-of-the-bride, I recommend her very highly. I did not worry about any details. After the wedding, she even brought the left over food to my house and put it in my refrigerator while we entertained out-of-town friends. Delissa is just the best!!! (I am the mother-of-the-bride, not the bride. There was no choice for MOB in the field below.)
Working with Delissa was an absolutely amazing experience! She is passionate about making her brides’ dreams come true. Her and her team are professional, detail-oriented and thoro...
ugh. If I had to do it all over again, I would still work with Delissa!
Delissa took care of our special day from beginning to end! She was truly a pleasure to work with and I never had to worry about any of the details of the wedding. It was truly a s...
tess free experience!
I had seen Delissa's work at a friend's wedding, and when my turn to walk down the aisle came, I had no doubt about my choice of wedding planner. From the first phone call to the p...
ost-wedding follow-up, Delissa was spectacular. She got to know me as a person and not only learned my preferences and personality, but she also understood them. That's HUGE! In so doing, she was able to customize key elements of the wedding, thereby streamlining the process, saving me time, frustration, and keeping the wedding within budget. But all that pales in comparison to her efforts on the wedding day. Just when I was ready to unleash my crazy, I stepped into the venue and saw her creativity and resourcefulness on display. It was better than I ever could have imagined. Throughout the day, from orchestrating hair and makeup to adding her special touches on things I never would've thought of, Delissa delivered. Even during the wedding, she and her team directed the production to perfection. And when it was over and my husband and I had left for the hotel, I heard from my parents how Delissa took control and marshaled her crew to assume the key breakdown/cleanup chores. I am a busy medical professional with an odd work schedule. To have been assigned the additional duties of putting together a wedding such as this would have been overwhelming, plus I wouldn't have had the imagination and creativity to achieve such heights. Delissa made it easy and exceeded all expectations. I can't thank her enough.
The area that distinguishes Designs by Delissa from other wedding professionals is her focus on relationships ...with vendors, venue professionals, brides and families. Our vendor...
s loved working with her and went the extra mile for Delissa, as she negotiated the best services and rates for us. She was always available to us (bride and mom) advising on hundreds of details that went "above and beyond" our contracted agreement. She was genuinely passionate about our wedding and personally worked hard to make sure every aspect of the vision was achieved. With so many moving parts -we highly recommend Designs by Delissa's full service plan. Our wedding could not have been more wonderful!
Delissa is absolutely fabulous! She is a problem-solver and such a joy to be around. She was professional throughout our entire wedding planning process. Each appointment was solel...
y focused on me without interruption. She would repeatedly tell me that making her brides happy is her main goal. My wedding day was flawless and I owe so much of that to Delissa. I would recommend her and her staff to any bride without hesitation.
Mrs. Delissa and her team were absolutely incredible. We had a very large wedding and held the ceremony and reception at two separate locations. They made sure everything flowed an...
d our guests had an extraordinary experience on our special day. Everything flowed effortlessly and on time which with our size wedding seemed nearly impossible but they got it done. Their impeccable customer service is unmatched- from bribing the little ones with candy to behave to calming me (the bride) down by doing a funny dance right before walking down the aisle. You're in perfect hands with this team for your special day! We are so grateful for this team who went so far and beyond for us before and on our wedding day. For your once in a lifetime moment, you need this incredible team. Thank you! Thank you! THANK YOU! - Crystal and Mike
As a vendor, I have worked many events with Designs by Delissa. She and her Team are very professional...always ready to go beyond and above the duty. They execute every detail wit...
h passion and grace. I highly recommend hiring her as your wedding/event planner.
I cannot imagine a more beautiful wedding and reception! Delissa and her staff created a masterpiece in blues! It was an absolute pleasure working with Delissa! I recommend her to ...
anyone who wants to have THE most beautiful wedding. Thank you, Delissa!
There is no one who gives the love, care, and attention to the bride and wedding the Delissa and her team give. She is a calming, gracious, dedicated, prayer-filled presence throug...
h it all.
Delissa was so helpful with every detail of wedding planning, from making the wedding weekend schedule, to recommending vendors , decorating the reception venue and assistance wi...
th the church rehearsal.
She is very professional ,organized and such a nice person to work with.
I really enjoyed our wedding day and could relax because I knew Delissa and her staff were working behind the scenes to ensure everything went smoothly. Not everyone realizes how vital a wedding coordinator is but after so many months of planning and anticipation you want to enjoy your big day and not worry about details. Trust me you need a coordinator and Delissa is the best!
Delissa is everything you could ever imagine in wedding planner she went above and beyond to make my wedding a dream come true!!! I was in Florida trying to move back to Texas and ...
then different cities then she was and my venue , which is complicated but she never for a minute let me worry or let that get in the way of making sure I had exactly what I wanted for my wedding. She did it with such grace and professionalism I can't thank her and her staff enough for going above and beyond!!! I DEFINITELY 1000% recommend that if you want someone to make your wedding spectacular and work out so well I really suggest working with her and hire her to be your wedding planner!!! Thank you Delissa you made our special day the best day ever !!!
Our wedding was the best day ever. Designs by Delissa provide exceptional service. They were very professional, caring, down to earth, and all round fun loving group. They made me ...
and my grossmen feel just as special as the bride and bridemaids who always get the special attention. Everything was lovely from the wedding being top notch and the reception was awesome with a beautiful view of downtown Dallas skyline. I would highly recommend Design by Delissa for all your wedding needs.
Delissa did an amazing job on my wedding. She is much more than a wedding planner. She made my entire family feel special. She is very passionate about what she does. God has truly...
given her a gift to touch lives like never before. I would truly recommend her.
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Allen, TX
Designs by Delissa Customized Weddings