Weddings are fun, but planning them can be time consuming and stressful. You suddenly find yourself experiencing extreme euphoria from getting engaged, only to be hit with the realisation that you have a huge project to get underway. Where to have the ceremony and reception, which florist to go to, which caterer to use, which photographer will do a great job, all while keeping to a budget. Even if you are the most organised, detail oriented bride, the use of a wedding planner, even just for the wedding day, will be a tremendous "investment". A planner is especially needed if you have never been involved in the wedding planning process, if you have no idea where to start in planning a wedding or if you need inspiration with theme development.
Weddings can be expensive, and I have known brides who thought that not having a planner would save them money. However, being on a tight budget is just what is recommended, as experienced planners have worked with women in a similar situation, and as such have the resources to plan and execute a beautiful event no matter the budget. You also have to remember that a lot of planners are in this business because they truly have a passion for weddings, and will not, having realised that you're on a tight budget, take "advanantage" of the situation. A reputable planner will work with you, offering you invaluable advice on making your day as perfect as can be.
Having said that, I have compiled a list with my top tips for hiring a wedding planner.
1. As mentioned before, the wedding planning process is very stressful. It is afterall the most elaborate event you will plan. You have to think of where to host the ceremony and reception, find reputable vendors, know what you are signing in the contracts-the list goes on and on. Even if you have been planning your wedding since you were a little girl, there are still things that can be overlooked. How to transport guests from one location to the other, the gifts for the grooms' parents-the list can be overwhelming. A wedding planner can alleviate all these stress as she will have the resources and a wealth of information, not to mention experience in stress management to handle all the details for your big day.
2. A planner is excellent at budget management, and is well versed in creating a budget and often succeed in helping couples stick to it. Whether, you have a large or small budget, a planner can use the resources she has available to her to find the necessary vendors, often those she has worked with on several occasions, and as such can negotiate discounts on your behalf.
3. The wedding planning industry is a very tight knit community, and as such, planners have inside information on who is reliable and who is not. With this knowledge, they are able to inform you on the most reputable vendors who can help make your dream day come true. The idea of hiring a caterer who, for eg, on the day of the wedding decides not to show up or worst, show up and serve warmed up can food, would surely be one you would rather not entertain!
4. Planning a wedding is time consuming. There are many elements that come together to create an amazing wedding. A wedding planner can save you time by researching the best vendors, and coming up with creative ideas to create your dream day.
5. In all effort to keep this short, I will end by saying that above all else, a wedding planner is needed for your big day. She will be the one directing traffic, seeing to all the set up, corresponding with all the vendors, being the go-to person- all the things you would not want to do on your very special day.
GOOD LUCK!
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