Wedding Planner, Day Of Coordinator, or Something in Between ?
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What does a Day-of Coordinator Do?
A day-of coordinator helps busy people who have done most of the planning themselves by managing things on the actual day of the event. The price is usually determined based on the size of the event, the location, and the scope of duties involved. Some companies offer packages at a set price that include the day-of, the rehearsal, and maybe some planning time. The clock on most day-of packages begins 4-6 weeks out; until then, the client is on their own. Examples of assistance included in most day-of packages include: Detailed timelines and layouts, help with set up of decorations and personal items, directing the ceremony, assisting guests, managing the flow of traffic, overseeing the order of events, supervising the other vendors, and a thorough clean up. But the major service a coordinator contributes is the opportunity for you and your guests to relax and enjoy the day, knowing that the big picture and all the small details are under control!
At Events for You, all of our day-of packages include a personalized planning calendar and budget, some planning time, help with errands the day before, coordinating the rehearsal, and a full day of coordinating -- from start to finish. The planning time is in case you need us for vendor meetings, site visits, or just a little extra advice. Our Day-of Coordinating packages range from $750-$1500.
What Does a Wedding Planner Do?
A wedding planner is more closely involved in the planning and implementation of your vision. Whether you are inexperienced at planning big events, planning a destination wedding from afar, or simply organizationally-challenged, you might benefit from the services of a wedding planner. A wedding planner is really a wedding "coach" -- guiding you through all the things you need to do and all the decisions you have to make in order to have a successful event. A wedding planner may help with budgeting, site selection, vendor vetting, contract review, style and decor, staffing, PR, itineraries, as well as day of coordination (see above). There is more planning time included in most wedding planning packages, and that time usually starts right away. It is important to remember that an experienced wedding planner may save you money by choosing vendors who offer a good value and by eliminating unnecessary expenses. Not to mention the time and stress they save you!
Our Wedding Planning packages range from $1200-$5000 and include all of the above.
Wedding Planning can also be done remotely. Click here for more information.
Something in Between?
Some couples need a little more planning, some more coordinating. Some need a little help; some need a lot. This is often called "partial planning," and can include a range of planning and coordinating services.
At Events for You, we can customize any package for you. That way you only purchase what you really need. Call or email us today for a free estimate!
Still not sure? Read on for more advice....
A day-of coordinator helps busy people who have done most of the planning themselves by managing things on the actual day of the event. The price is usually determined based on the size of the event, the location, and the scope of duties involved. Some companies offer packages at a set price that include the day-of, the rehearsal, and maybe some planning time. The clock on most day-of packages begins 4-6 weeks out; until then, the client is on their own. Examples of assistance included in most day-of packages include: Detailed timelines and layouts, help with set up of decorations and personal items, directing the ceremony, assisting guests, managing the flow of traffic, overseeing the order of events, supervising the other vendors, and a thorough clean up. But the major service a coordinator contributes is the opportunity for you and your guests to relax and enjoy the day, knowing that the big picture and all the small details are under control!
At Events for You, all of our day-of packages include a personalized planning calendar and budget, some planning time, help with errands the day before, coordinating the rehearsal, and a full day of coordinating -- from start to finish. The planning time is in case you need us for vendor meetings, site visits, or just a little extra advice. Our Day-of Coordinating packages range from $750-$1500.
What Does a Wedding Planner Do?
A wedding planner is more closely involved in the planning and implementation of your vision. Whether you are inexperienced at planning big events, planning a destination wedding from afar, or simply organizationally-challenged, you might benefit from the services of a wedding planner. A wedding planner is really a wedding "coach" -- guiding you through all the things you need to do and all the decisions you have to make in order to have a successful event. A wedding planner may help with budgeting, site selection, vendor vetting, contract review, style and decor, staffing, PR, itineraries, as well as day of coordination (see above). There is more planning time included in most wedding planning packages, and that time usually starts right away. It is important to remember that an experienced wedding planner may save you money by choosing vendors who offer a good value and by eliminating unnecessary expenses. Not to mention the time and stress they save you!
Our Wedding Planning packages range from $1200-$5000 and include all of the above.
Wedding Planning can also be done remotely. Click here for more information.
Something in Between?
Some couples need a little more planning, some more coordinating. Some need a little help; some need a lot. This is often called "partial planning," and can include a range of planning and coordinating services.
At Events for You, we can customize any package for you. That way you only purchase what you really need. Call or email us today for a free estimate!
Still not sure? Read on for more advice....
Coordinator or Planner? Help Me Decide!
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Do You Need a Day-Of Coordinator? Real-Life Examples
"We have a caterer, a band, a photographer, a florist, a cake person, a limo, etc., but who can then coordinate them all? Who will make sure they are doing what they are supposed to be doing?" "I need someone to handle all the details that day so we can spend time with our family and friends and really enjoy the weekend." "The church has a wedding director (or the reception location has a manager) but I'm a little unsure about her. I'm not sure she is going to do what I want." "We've saved a lot of money by doing things ourselves, but we can't do everything ourselves on the day of the wedding." "I am not sure who should walk me down the aisle, who sits where, etc, I need help with the rehearsal and ceremony." "How am I going to set up everything? My bridesmaids and I have to get our hair done, the guys are playing golf, and my mom is hosting a brunch for out of town guests. I want to make sure everything looks exactly the way I want it." 'Who's going to clean everything up after the send off? We want leave for our honeymoon night right after, but we want to make sure we get our deposit back, and I don't want my family to have to stay and clean up." |
Do You Need a Wedding Planner? Real-Life Examples
"I grew up Catholic and my fiance grew up Jewish and we are having a lot of conflicts between our families and their expectations. We can't agree on a place to have the ceremony, much less who will officiate." "My mother is deceased (or lives far away) and I don't have any sisters or other female relatives that I feel close to. I need someone to be my mom through all this." "We're definitely do-it-yourselfers. But we both work full time. We have a pretty good idea of what we want, but how are we going to manage it all time-wise?" "My family is from the east coast and his family is from the Midwest. So we decided to get married somewhere in between. I need someone local to help me choose vendors and help with the planning because I can only come down there once or twice." "Our daughter is marrying into a family that is rather wealthy, and I am not sure how to do everything properly. Also, my husband and I don't have a lot of money to spend on this, and I need help making it as elegant as I can on a limited budget." "My fiancé and I are going to be paying for our wedding ourselves, and we are on a very tight budget. We need help creating a nice event without going overboard." "We have a huge family and lots of friends and everyone wants to come to the wedding, so this is turning into an enormous undertaking. I am feeling so overwhelmed that I am in tears. I need help with everything!" |
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