I will share with you all the secrets to why it is so important to have a wedding planner to make your special day come true.
If you thinking of not hiring a planner because of price, well, actually be very affordable. The planner can look after as much or as little as you feel needed with your budget in consideration. If you are contemplating the idea of hiring a wedding specialist but are unsure exactly what this person can do for you, here are nine perks of hiring a wedding planner.
Finding the best vendors out there.
The main reason for hiring a wedding planner is to make your visions come to life. They are responsible for finding the best vendors out there for you. After you’ve made the decision and approved on, your wedding planner will negotiate with that vendor on your behave. They work with you all the way up to your wedding and then be there on-site on your big day to ensure contracted services are fulfilled. The planner makes sure everything goes smoothly in a timely manner. Some planners may be able to negotiate discounts or little extras from vendors they work with on a consistent basis.
Get help whenever and wherever!
The most common misconception about wedding planners is that they will blow your budget. If you are wanting the full-service package, well, that is going to cost, but many planners make use of their available time but offering hourly rates to help you and consult you at any stage of your wedding planning. Bottom line is, a wedding planner can be as involved, or as hands-off as you would like. They won’t take charge of your wedding, but rather act as a neutral alliance to guide you on the most important day of your life.
Save your money, energy and sanity
An amazing planner will always inform you of hidden costs, such as taxes, gratuities and hidden menu costs (brace yourself) which are usually thirty-one percent of the per-person menu charge. Having a planner can keep your budget at bay and they will always be on-site the day of your celebration to make sure everything runs smoothly. Which is key to keeping us all sane during a day that is jam-packed.
For example, what do you do when the reception venue staff places your chairs in the wrong layout that we agreed upon? NOTHING! because a great wedding planner will instantaneously deal with the issue at hand and resolve it!
Putting out fires on the big day.
Not literally of course, But, wedding planners will keep an eye out for little things that could or can go wrong. They make a point of getting them sorted and getting them resolved. This could be anything from as simple as the right case of flowers not arriving at the time agreed upon, to dealing with last-minute changes and not being prepared for weather conditions on the big day. They handle it all for you in stride and keep on time and moving forward, without you having to worry about anything and what better way to spend your day without setting up or worrying about the little things? Unforeseen events occur of course, but thanks to the wedding planner you’ll be able to relax and the planner with effectively deal with the situation.
They ensure nothing is overlooked.
This is one of the main reasons for hiring a wedding planner. When it comes to any aspect of your wedding day, a planner will always think ‘what if…’ and come up with many solutions to way out which one is best suited. They handle all the little details and you would be surprised at how many there really are. This is why I say it's the main reason to hire because people don’t even think about these little things on their own wedding day, such as backups in case something breaks or goes wrong; they’ll also make sure you have everything you need. This comes down from the smallest detail, such as a spare hairpin to the big details of menu changes. There’s a lot to think about of course. When it comes to weddings, luckily wedding planners are there to remember the majority of it for you.
Maximizing your wedding budget
When you get a wedding planner involved, you bet your money will be put to use in the best way possible. Which will help your visions come true! A planner’s connections will come in use. They know how to form great working relationships which then allows them to not only know the best suppliers but, also who will be most efficient on your big day. Also, this gives them bonus points for being able to attain discounts.
Without a wedding planner, you are sort of left to do it all by yourself which can be hard work. You’ll be advised of potential vendors who will not satisfy you and that may not be the best for your wedding. Some vendors can lead to overspending in some cases. Of course, there are costs to hiring a wedding planner but the services way out the costs. So understanding how the costs of a wedding planner will work with your budget should be the first place you should start.
To save valuable time
One of the most popular reasons for a couple to hire a wedding specialist is because of this reason, it is to help save valuable time and effort in the wedding process. As well as, during the time of the wedding itself. From helping you choose the best venue to getting organized suppliers, the professionals take care of your business. This allows you and your partner to focus on the more fun things like celebrating your engagement! Even within several months until the big day, hiring a wedding planner can be quite worth your while. When you factor in the amount of time you will spend planning yourself this option actually saves you money. Wedding planners are often former wedding vendors or have worked within the industry before. This means they can be well-versed and know exactly what is needed during every stage of the wedding planning process.
Take Away Unwanted Stress
A good wedding planner will always start with open and honest communication. They will inform their clients and help them understand more about the wedding and events industry. Which in return helps you make the best decisions for your big day. Wedding planners look at their role in the planning process as a consultant and a guardian. They give their clients the information so they feel confident in booking the vendors they may love while making sound decisions around their budget.
Removing some of the stress of planning for the bride and groom is basically one of the biggest bonuses of hiring a wedding planner. Having a good support group is key as well. Also, while planning a wedding can sometimes turn into a full-time job, there will naturally be times during the planning process when the planner will encourage you to take part in particular things. Nowadays we all work full-time, so, having a planner helps with time management and not feeling overworked.
MAKING WEDDING PLANNING FUN
At the end of the day, wedding planning should feel like fun, not extra work on top of the workload you already have. This is what wedding planners do best! We make things fun and exciting while taking on all the heavy load and stress off of your plate.
I hope after all that, this might give you some understanding of why a wedding planner is a big necessity in the wedding planning process. As a wedding planner/photographer myself I can't begin to express how much gratitude my clients have when I help them plan their special day.
Wanting a one-stop shop? Well, you are in luck I now offer my photography packages with an add-on wedding planning package. From your engagement to the wedding day and beyond I am your girl. Looking forward to working with you!
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