50 weddings planned · French, English
9.2
/10 overall
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What Souk Department would cost at different wedding budgets
| Wedding Budget | Planning Fee |
|---|---|
| 40 000 € | 25 000 € |
| 60 000 € | 30 000 € |
| 80 000 € | 35 000 € |
| 120 000 € | 45 000 € |
Languages
French, English
Weddings Planned
50
Minimum Budget
90 000 €
Fee Model
Flat + percentage
our honest review
Claimy founded Souk Department in 2013. That is 13 years of producing weddings in Marrakech, which puts her in a very small club. She caps her calendar at 12 weddings per year. That is not a marketing gimmick. It means she is not juggling five events in one weekend like some planners I know. The agency also handles luxury trips and PR events, so her vendor network extends beyond the wedding bubble. She has been featured in Green Wedding Shoes, Wedding Chicks, The Wed Magazine, WedVibes Media, The Wedding Edition, and a Carats & Cake profile. Bernadeta Kupiec listed her among the 5 best wedding planners in Marrakesh.
Souk Department works with luxury villas, traditional manors, and big estates across Marrakech. I have seen their work at Beldi Country Club, which tells me they know the venue landscape well. Their Instagram (@thesoukdepartment, around 14K followers) shows a consistent design language. Bold florals, long tables, warm lighting. They use the tagline "Marrakech Event Designers," and the design side is clearly where Claimy puts her energy. The website is in English, though the team operates in French as well. One caveat: I could not find Google reviews or verified client testimonials outside of press features, so independent feedback is limited.
If you want a planner who treats your wedding like it is one of only 12 that year, Souk Department delivers that focus. The press portfolio is strong. Green Wedding Shoes and ELLE do not feature amateurs. The design work I have seen leans editorial, very photogenic, which matters if visuals are your priority. They also handle pre-wedding events and luxury group trips, so if you are planning a full destination weekend, they can coordinate the whole thing. On the other hand, pricing transparency is low. Reported figures suggest a 15,000 EUR retainer plus 25% commission on vendor spend, but I could not verify this directly. Ask for a detailed quote early.
Souk Department is a solid pick for couples who want editorial-level design and a planner with 13 years of local experience. The 12-wedding cap means real attention, not assembly-line planning. The press coverage is legitimate and the portfolio speaks for itself. What gives me pause is the lack of public client reviews and unclear pricing structure. If you value design and exclusivity over cost transparency, Souk Department belongs on your shortlist. If you need line-item budgets and verified testimonials before signing, push hard for those in your first meeting.
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50 weddings planned · Rating: 9.2/10
Souk Department charges a €15,000 retainer plus 25% of your total budget. On a €60,000 wedding, that means approximately €30,000 in planning fees. Ask how vendor commissions are handled.
We recommend booking Souk Department 12 to 18 months before your wedding date. During peak season (October to April), popular planners fill up quickly. Contact them as early as possible to check availability for your preferred dates.
Souk Department charges a 25% commission on vendor spend in addition to their retainer fee. This is common in Marrakech but means the planner earns more when you spend more on vendors. Ask for a detailed breakdown before signing.
