The Advantages of Hiring a Wedding Planner
Here are my five top reasons for hiring a wedding planner.
The True Time Investment: How Long Does Wedding Planning Take?
We lead busy lives and planning a wedding is a very large task to undertake. Not only is it incredibly time consuming, but it can also be daunting and slightly overwhelming.
With an average wedding taking 250 hours to plan and organise, you may not have the time yourself, or you want support and guidance through the planning journey.
I am the practical solution for busy lives!
Think of me as being a ‘wedding PA!’
I am responsible for carrying out all the wedding-admin behind the scenes saving you so much time – then when we do have catch up meetings you have the headspace to make those important decisions and you can enjoy the wedding planning experience.
Top Tip: It is never too late to ask for help!
There are tailored packages of support available for whatever stage you are at. So, even if you have a few months left before your big day, hiring a wedding planner can be well worth it.
Maximising Your Wedding Vision with Expert Guidance
I really know how to maximise your budget and get you value for money.
Getting you the best suppliers for the best price, I can negotiate on your behalf and manage all contract administration.
I will closely monitor your spending plan and keep you from adding extras without being aware of the financial consequences.
Let’s face it, it’s easy to say yes when you’re planning such a memorable event, which you want to be perfect. Pounds can sometimes be overlooked but they add up.
I make sure you stay on the straight and narrow and don’t get any unpleasant surprises when you see an invoice.
Top Tip: consider a planner as being an investment.
Suppliers come on board at different stages of the wedding planning journey, but a wedding planner is there from the very beginning and their work continues even after the wedding celebrations as there are often still things to do post-wedding! Value for money springs to mind.
Finding Inspiration for Your Dream Wedding Venue
The venue is a key detail and decisions are easier to make once the venue is booked. But, to book a venue, you need to find a venue.
Whether it be at a charming country estate, historic castle, or a luxurious marquee within family grounds, I ensure that a couple’s dream wedding venue is absolutely fitting on a deeply personal level.
Although I couldn’t possibly have worked at every wedding venue, I do know so many incredible locations and love finding new venues to work with.
The beauty of having a wedding planner is that I do the legwork in finding your dream venue.
Top Tip: a dream wedding venue can often tie in with a particular season – if your dream wedding venue has gorgeous gardens and a wet-weather plan that feels like too much of a compromise, consider how you can guarantee cover whilst you and your guests enjoy the outdoor space.
Chinese hats can be a great way of providing shelter from a bit of drizzle, and strong sun!
Finding the Perfect Suppliers for Your Wedding
Trustworthy, talented, reliable suppliers – sound appealing? Each wedding supplier that I recommend are all the above, and more!
Sourcing reputable suppliers with portfolios to match your brief is a must and I take huge pride in doing so. Your team is an investment and it’s pivotal that wedding suppliers work together seamlessly.
I sleep at night knowing that my suppliers are professional, passionate about the industry and will deliver an incredible service to my clients.
Top Tip: trawling the internet for suppliers can often make couples feel more confused with knowing where to start. A good place to begin is approaching suppliers that are recommended by your venue or local wedding suppliers.
Creating Your Wedding Day from Vision to Reality
It can be hard to articulate your vision, but through the consultation process I take the time to get to know you, so we can create a wedding that reflects your unique style and personality.
Together we establish your priorities and what you envisage your wedding celebrations to look like.
I have many imaginative design ideas and there is a great sense of pride in bringing your plan to life.
Top Tip: if you have a specific vision for your wedding, remember to clearly communicate this with all your wedding suppliers to create a holistic approach in achieving your desired look and feel.
The Value of a Dedicated Wedding Planner
If after reading this you are keen to have the support of a wedding planner, you can visit my planning services page to see what I offer, or if you would like to arrange a call to discuss things further, please get in touch.
