The person
behind the plan.
Houston-based wedding planner specialising in South Asian and multicultural celebrations.
I started Rathi Menon Events because I believe your wedding should feel like you — not like a vendor's portfolio, not like the wedding down the street. I grew up around South Asian celebrations, the kind where three generations show up and the music doesn't stop, and that background shapes every event I take on.
Based in Houston, I plan across Texas and beyond. No matter the scale, the approach stays the same: listen first, plan second, and never lose sight of what actually matters to you.
How I work
Listen before you plan
Real time understanding your day before a single vendor is called.
Calm under pressure
Things shift on wedding days. I handle it quietly so you don't have to.
Rooted in tradition
The moments that matter, treated with the care they deserve.
What they
had to say.
"We could not be more thankful to Rathi aunty for helping our event run smoothly and coordinating all the vendors throughout the festivities. She even kept us on time, which I am so surprised by because my family is always notoriously late to events! As the couple, we honestly didn’t have to worry about much coordination or last minute issues during the wedding itself as she kept things moving along. One small touch that we both really appreciated was that Rathi Aunty and her staff ensured we always had a plate of food to eat before our events started (or else we probably would have starved during the festivities)! One of our biggest goals for our wedding was for everyone to genuinely enjoy themselves, and we feel we accomplished this goal as three weeks later, our family & friends are still talking about & complementing our wedding!"— Krishna & Ravi · 2021
"Rathi really is a masterclass. She constantly improves on her craft, and she does not regurgitate the same old ideas. My sister's wedding was completely different from my own, but both were uniquely beautiful. When newly-engaged couples ask me for wedding advice, I can usually sum it up in two words - "Hire Rathi.""— Utsav & Jaishree · 2017
"Thank you so much for being our sanity for this wedding. Vishal & I never thought we could have enjoyed our wedding weekend as much as we did. It was like a love filled party that just got better and better with each event. We literally got dressed and showed up, how cool is that?!? You and your team's attention to detail is greatly respected and valued coming from one past event planner to another, I know it is not easy. Somehow you were able to put this TYPE A, theatrical dreamer, bigger is better, every detail matters bride's anxiety to rest. Our friends have literally told me that I am the happiest bride they have ever seen. I owe a lot of that to you since I knew I could leave it all in your hands and it would be taken care of. My whole family thanks you and you delivered. Our guests are still raving about the wedding and how everything was on time and so organized and smoothly executed...this means so much to Vishal and I. Due to all of the basic elements being executed flawlessly we were all able to enjoy our long awaited wedding, especially our parents. Thank you will never be enough."— Vishal & Bina · 2015
"We had the pleasure of Rathi coordinating our reception in Houston. Let me say first that if she is available, absolutely book her because working with her will be the best decision you make. She is by far the most meticulous and well organized person we have worked with. There were a few things in particular we loved about her. First, Rathi was extremely professional - always on time, always prepared, and always asked extremely good questions that showed she got to know the couple. Second, she was extremely respectful to our parents, which is a must. We have seen times where this is not the case, and that is unacceptable. She shows nothing but respect for what you are trying to do. Third, Rathi did a great job of keeping the flow of the night going well, even calling audibles where needed to ensure a) the couple was happy, and b) the night ran smoothly. Fourth, there is a very firm, yet soft way that Rathi has that is unmatched. She is very clear about decisions she makes, and really takes the burden of operating the whole event, leaving the couple and families feeling very relaxed. Lastly, she did a great job of being a quarterback for all our great vendors."— The Venkataramans · 2023