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Watch an Interview with Tracie on Spotlight on Me Podcast with Host, Kecalf Franklin.
Listen or Watch an Interview with Kecalf Franklin (The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin’s son) on “Wedding Weeds” Podcast discussing Influence on Wedding Music.
Meet Tracie: Detroit Certified Wedding Planner
Why You Should Hire Me!
Hi! I’m Tracie—and if you’re looking for a wedding planner who can expertly guide your celebration from start to finish, you’re in the right place.
Planning a wedding is a significant investment of time, money, and energy. You already know the value of having an experienced professional by your side. What matters now is choosing the planner who has the expertise, credentials, and proven track record to ensure everything comes together seamlessly.
Since becoming a Certified Wedding Planner through Weddings Beautiful Worldwide in 1999, I’ve dedicated my career to creating exceptional wedding experiences. With 27 years of hands-on experience, national features, and multiple industry awards, I bring a level of knowledge and professionalism that few planners in the Detroit area can match.
My clients are busy professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and executives who understand that their time is valuable. They don’t want to spend countless hours reviewing contracts, coordinating vendors, creating timelines, designing floor plans, or troubleshooting logistics. They want confidence that every detail is being handled correctly—and that’s exactly what I provide.
Most couples who choose me begin with our Ultimate Collection because it offers the comprehensive support, guidance, and expertise needed to enjoy the engagement process without feeling overwhelmed.
My background as a catering sales manager, combined with degrees in business, marketing, and travel, allows me to approach wedding planning differently. I don’t simply manage individual details—I design the entire guest experience. Before focusing on décor, timelines, or logistics, I analyze how guests will move through the celebration, where meaningful moments will unfold, and how each element connects to create a seamless flow. The result is a wedding that not only looks beautiful but feels effortless from beginning to end.
From strategic planning and vendor management to creative problem-solving and flawless execution, my team and I provide the expertise, support, and attention to detail that allow you to fully enjoy your wedding journey. Our couples consistently tell us the same thing: hiring us was one of the best decisions they made during the entire planning process.
If you’re ready for an experienced, certified professional who will advocate for your vision, protect your investment, and guide every step of the process, let’s talk.
Schedule your complimentary consultation today and secure your Detroit Certified Wedding Planner before availability is gone.
My Approach To Your Wedding
I believe every couple deserves a wedding that truly reflects their love story. That’s why my team and I take the time to get to know you—so your celebration feels personal, intentional, and uniquely yours. From selecting the right venue to curating florals to building a flawless timeline, I’m a logistics expert who ensures nothing is overlooked.
My passion for weddings started young—from admiring every detail at family celebrations to planning school events and being voted “Most Organized” by my classmates.
Let me bring my lifelong love of events and professional expertise together to create the wedding you’ve been dreaming of—without the stress.

Mentoring College Students
I partner with colleges and universities to mentor students to prepare them for future employment in the hospitality, business and fashion industries. If you would like to be considered for an internship and can obtain college credit, please send cover letter and resume: tracie@yourethebride.com
Listen or Watch “Wedding Weeds episode with the Interns.
I have created a Digital Course “The Wedding Planners Guide To Training and Mentoring Interns – Delegate and Reclaim Your Time” that I am selling to wedding and event planners to share my knowledge of 15 years of how to set up an internship and mentor college students. To date I have mentored 30 young women from all over the United States. If you are interested in my course to help you reclaim time in your own business and help the college students learn our amazing industry, Join the Waitlist Now for my upcoming webinar and pre-launch introductory pricing!
My Secret Sauce…
My Faves and Fun Facts!
It’s only fair to share my loves because we are going to be BFFs!
- Trivia, Scrabble, Movies (romantic, comedy, thrillers)
- Cruises (Bahamas, Grand Cayman and Mexico)
- Greek Salads. Chicken Shawarma, Coleslaw, Carrot Cake, Huevos Rancheros
- Ice Cream (Moose Tracks + Mint Chocolate Chip)
- Pink Peonies -ask to see her ankle:)
- Cranberry + Vodka must have 3 limes-No, I don’t drink alcohol at your event! Not even pop! I am a HUGE water and SF Gatorade drinker!
- Built Protein Bars (Major Addicted I’m a Brand Ambassador-save 10% with Promo Code: YTBBUILT at checkout)
- Memorized 104 lines for the lead role in a school play
- Our website is listed in a book that was featured on Oprah!
- Planned a wedding for an NFL Football Player and it was published in Sports and Entertainment Magazine
- Planned 8 Micro Military weddings simultaneously for “Call To Wed” featured on Channel 7 WXYZ.
- Burgundy, my favorite color, still inspires the You’re The Bride brand today.
My Favorite TV shows
Say Yes to The Dress, Four Weddings, My Fair Wedding, Shark Tank, Criminal Minds, Big Bang Theory and Days of Our Lives
To stay current of industry trends I attend educational wedding conferences, and love checking out these magazines. I often contribute to many articles for The Knot. Check them out here.
My Favorite Metro Detroit Venues:
- The Great Lakes Culinary Center
- Saint John’s Resort
- The Colony Club
- The Henry
- Royal Pak Hotel
- Fox Hills Golf Club
I loved attending weddings as a child and paid attention to every detail from the dress to the cake. In high school, I was on the prom committee and enjoyed planning all the details of the event. It was no surprise when I was voted “Most Organized” by my Senior classmates.
Read A Day in the Life Feature for a little more behind he scenes with Tracie.
