WEDDING
Never doubt a wedding planner.
We can fix the stain on the wedding gown, give orders to 3 assistants, calm down the overly stressed MOB, line up 5 intoxicated groomsmen, and cue the ceremony musicians...
all at the same time.
Month-of Wedding Planning
Preparation:
Available for 3 face-to-face meetings which would typically include: initial consult, design meeting, final meeting and drop off of items and decor
Unlimited email correspondence
Finalize vendor confirmations and communicate logistical planning with all vendor contacts 1-2 weeks prior
Develop rehearsal and wedding day itinerary based on bride and groom’s vision
Coordinate and compile a timeline of vendor arrival and pick up times
Create detailed event timeline and provide to all vendor contacts
Rehearsal:
Review wedding day itinerary with key players at the rehearsal
Organize wedding rehearsal
Coordinate timing and cues with musicians and bridal party members
Determine placement for each member of the bridal party in queue
Organize and facilitate run through of processional and recessional
Determine gathering location for photos following the recessional
Ceremony & Reception:
Arrive prior to vendors to greet and direct as necessary
Manage placement of seating cards, escort cards, favors, and other accessory tables
Direct vendor and decor setup of tables, chairs, linens, flowers, decor, etc at the ceremony and reception sites
Organize and distribute all personal flowers to wedding party, family members, and special guests
Properly line processional and cue musicians
Prepare a plate of hors d’oeuvres and a beverage for the bride and groom after photos
Facilitate site transition from ceremony to reception
Prepare bridal party for introductions and coordinate timing with DJ
Provide and review DJ with list of names in proper order and phonetic spelling of last names for introductions
Serve as point person for all vendors
Facilitate all aspects of event timeline through bridal send off
Coordinate the getaway transportation for the exit
Distribution of any final payments/tips to vendors in sealed envelopes
Coordinate breakdown of reception and return any personal items (family pictures, ceremony items, gifts, etc) to a predetermined location after the event
Full Service Wedding Planning
Preparation:
Provide unlimited face-to-face meetings and unlimited email correspondence
Help conceptualize and coordinate decor of overall vision and design
Recommend vendors based on budget and style
Schedule and attend all vendor meetings
Act as liaison and point of contact between vendor and client to handle logistics
Review and negotiate all vendor contracts
Provide guidance on wedding etiquette
Source, order, and assemble items and packaging for favors and welcome gifts
Manage event budget
Develop rehearsal and wedding day itinerary based on bride and groom’s vision
Coordinate and compile a timeline of vendor arrival and pick up times
Create detailed event timeline and provide to all vendor contacts
Week of:
Attend final meetings to discuss decor, timeline, final details, and collect all event items
Finalize vendor confirmations and communicate logistical planning with all vendor contacts 1-2 weeks prior
Provide schedule for relevant guests
Rehearsal:
Review wedding day itinerary with key players at the rehearsal
Organize wedding rehearsal
Coordinate timing and cues with musicians and bridal party members
Determine placement for each member of the bridal party in queue
Organize and facilitate run through of processional and recessional
Determine gathering location for photos following the recessional
Ceremony & Reception:
Arrive prior to vendors to greet and direct as necessary
Manage placement of seating cards, escort cards, favors, and other table accessories
Direct vendor and decor setup of tables, chairs, linens, flowers, decor, etc at the ceremony and reception sites
Organize and distribute all personal flowers to wedding party, family members, and special guests
Properly line processional and cue musicians
Prepare a plate of hors d’oeuvres and a beverage for the bride and groom after photos
Facilitate site transition from ceremony to reception
Prepare bridal party for introductions and coordinate timing with DJ
Provide and review DJ with list of names in proper order and phonetic spelling of last names for introductions
Facilitate all aspects of event timeline through bridal send off
Coordinate the getaway transportation for the exit
Distribution of any final payments/tips to vendors in sealed envelopes
Coordinate breakdown of reception and return any personal items (family pictures, ceremony items, gifts, etc) to a predetermined location after the event