Congrats to all those brides out there ;) Just wondering.. How many of you would look for a Wedding Planner? Where you would look for one? How much would you pay your wedding planner? What are some words to describe your wedding "vision"? ...What services do you wish wedding coordinators/planners would provide but most dont? Thanks so much for taking the time to answer... MuaH!! Congrats...
2007-12-13 06:42:20 · 11 answers · asked by mcbreezy440 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Congrats on those who did plan their own wedding & didn't have wedding overload! I guess me being a wedding coordinator may not be overly liked yet I would like to answer your question.
You have to decide what you really need; a professional wedding planner or coordinator because there is a difference. A planner would get into more of the details like the thank you gifts couples hand out, the calligraphy and so forth. The coordinator is more into making sure you get the best for your money (say venue, dj pricing, decoration pricing from a company and more). Yet the one thing BOTH do have in common is to make sure your wedding goes your way, not theirs.
A wedding coordinator will vary in price depending on what needs you have.
Say you need someone every step of the way; then they would be a full wedding coord. and the price is about 10% of your budget. (TIP: always have a budget!)
A day-of coordinator is someone that would not have to be there from day one yet maybe the last month because you need to enjoy your day, then the average price is from $500-$700 depending on where & the number of guests.
With any position, you can just ask for consulting advice & that also varies. Yet the most important thing is that you get the dream weddig of your own. Some words can include, the mood must be fun & light, elegant & budget conscience, romantic & sunset. The words you use, also help us (being a coordinator & planner) creatively see your vision.
True story: I had one client who wanted a simple, yet elegant wedding for 60 guests. The person who first was hired heard the dream & told the bride she was ridiculous, almost caused a heart attack. I was referred & the bride was relieved that I not only saw the vision yet even when there were a few problems with the hair/make up artist, I had one handy with a simple phone call less than 3 hours before she was to walk down the aisle.
In all cases, make sure you & your fiance decide what is easiest for you to handle. And on the day itself.. have someone worry about the details (say from your planning book) rather than you getting frustrated that the florist didn't reach the venue yet with that centerpiece for your grooms family. (yes it has happened..lol.)
I posted what I charge below on my site, hope that helps for the quesiton what services do they offer.
Good luck & congrats.
2007-12-13 19:58:17 · answer #1 · answered by TPEvents 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also paid someone to coordinate the day of the wedding and it was the best money I spent through the whole thing. I checked out wedding planners but they were ridiculous - I wasn't going to pay someone 10% of my budget just to call the same vendors I would call to set up the event. There are SO many full service caterers and florists out there, you can get along just fine without a planner if you're on a budget. My suggestion: choose your caterer and/or banquet hall well and they'll take care of the reception as well as any planner. Then, you can spend more of your time and energy on the ceremony which, believe it or not, is the really fun memorable part.
2007-12-13 07:45:59 · answer #2 · answered by Ask_Ivy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm getting married in March and didn't get a wedding planner. We actually decided to get married at the courthouse and go out to dinner with friends and family afterward. If we did have a wedding we wouldn't have gotten one. Weddings have become too big and costly. People are focusing too much on their wedding than the marriage. If you can afford a planner and really want a big wedding and are getting married for the right reasons then get a planner. If you're willing to spend so much money on a big wedding then invest in getting a planner to help you. It should save you a lot of stress.
2007-12-13 06:52:11 · answer #3 · answered by Rockit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only way I could justify hiring a wedding planner would be if I were having a destination wedding or if I lived very far away from my family (and therefore would not have much help in the planning process.) Otherwise, I don't think they are necessary.
2007-12-13 08:06:55 · answer #4 · answered by sunflower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No wedding planner, but I'm paying this girl I know $200 to coordinate on the day of the wedding. That way I won't have to stress over stupid crap.
2007-12-13 07:17:19 · answer #5 · answered by Allison L 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I didn't chose a wedding planner. I felt that this was my day, and I wanted to do things the way I wanted. Besides I think I saved alot more money by doing this. Don't get me wrong it was very stressful and at times I thought I was going to lose it, but on my big night, I am glad I did it and it was all worth the stress!
2007-12-13 06:50:28 · answer #6 · answered by remedy9874 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I opted out of having a wedding planner. Something told me that I'd spend as much on the planner as i did on the wedding itself. I did, however, to Barnes and Nobles, and get a wedding planning book. It helped me keep my thoughts in order, and made a nice keepsake :)
Cheers
2007-12-13 06:46:02 · answer #7 · answered by Sarah P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not hire a wedding planner. I would *maybe* consider hiring a day of coordinator.
2007-12-13 06:49:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who said American women hate International brides?
2016-05-23 09:56:54 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a control freak, so I did not hire a wedding coordinator. If one had been avaiable, I might have hired a day-of coordinator.
2007-12-13 09:22:58 · answer #10 · answered by sarah jane 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋