Is it worthwhile getting a planner?

Hello Lizzie L,

Excellent question and one every bride should or has canvassed at some point . The reality is that partnering with a wedding planner and event coordinator can and will save you time , money and heartache. As your professional wedding planner and event management specialist, we ensure your special moments with us are unforgettable. At LUXE – Unforgettable Events we don't just create an event – we create THE event! The wedding planner ensures every aspect of your special event is uniquely tailored for you. They work with you to design a custom package to suit your exact requirements and budget personalising your wedding and special event every step of the way, paying particular attention to bringing your vision to reality. Our flexible and savvy team works with you to ensure "your day – your way – without fuss".

Your wedding planner of choice should have the essential expertise across event design and production, venue and supplier relationship development, creative negotiation and contracts, logistics and budgeting – ensuring a superior client service experience and outcome for you and your partner.

As your wedding planner and event specialist they should be able to answer any questions, brainstorm ideas, facilitate and deliver research, negotiate with suppliers and vendors on your behalf and manage the unexpected without fuss in an affordable way. They should also be able to provide the following services relative to your style , theme and budget.

Consulting Services – One-on-one sessions to help get you started with minimal time and financial commitment that provides you with professional advice and helps you stay on track. One to two hour sessions, at an agreed hourly rate, whenever you need support or a debrief during your planning process. This type of support service is to help you brainstorm, define your style and vision, decide on the best course of action and what steps to prioritise.

A Full Service Planner Service and Packages – This is the jewel in the crown of wedding planning services and consists of a dedicated Wedding Planner who partners with you to help deliver "your day – your way". Your personal wedding planner is your guide and sounding board through the practical, design, creative, technical, contractual and the financial aspects of the planning process and coordination – from the start through to the finish of your big day.

Wedding Day Coordination Services and Packages – For those of you who are nearing the end of your wedding planning process, this service is designed to help you manage the commitments and contractual arrangements you have already made with your venues and suppliers. This package includes liaison with suppliers, ceremony and venue coordination, signage and promotional material placement, bridal party styling, guest liaison, running sheets and time lines for the wedding party, speakers, catering staff, photographers and videographers, musicians and entertainment suppliers and ensures the day is coordinated from start to finish – on the day – across all locations.

All the best - have a lovely and unforgettable day.

Kerrie

LUXE - Unforgettable Events.

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Hi LizzieLee and congrats!!

My answer would be a resounding YES.  Your wedding day is a full production and you as the leading lady won't have the time, energy or peace of mind to do everything that needs to be done.  Setting up venue, managing flowers arriving, caterers, where's the cake, etc etc.  So on the day itself it is esssential that you have a coordinator taking care of all of the details. 

In the lead up to the wedding during the planning stages it is entirely up to you.  A planner will save you money (through knowing the industry and suppliers and what you should be charged and through being an objective sounding board for all your budget items), time (through getting all those myriad things done that you probably haven't thought about or encountered unless you have planned a wedding previously) and stress (stress free weddings are a bonus as you will be wanting to focus on your vows, your outfit etc).  A planner doesn't take the fun out of planning your wedding - they should work for you and leave you free to focus on the fun stuff with confidence that everything will be perfect on the day.

Happy planning

Gill

hi Lizzy

Great question ! I would have to say absolutely !! This will also save you money overall and keep you stress free and stick to budget

It's all exciting and you can work with your planning and make all the big decisions they are there just as a guide line they can do as little or as much work as you want them to I would be happy to go through some packages with you that I can offer if you are considering a wedding planner :) good luckx

Congratulations Lizzie on your engagement!exciting times ahead.

I would definitely say yes especially if you are unsure of your direction of how you want it to be and if you do not have as much time as you need to plan the whole day.

It is nice and awesome to plan with your partner, however some brides get overly stress preparing for it and sometimes forget the whole reason they are planning it and feel very tired. Not only that, it would give you a peace of mind on your big day that everything is gonna be how you want it to be. Got to remember, it's your big day, your focus is to enjoy the romance and emotions of celebrating you and your partners love for each other and celebrating with your loved ones instead of worrying about whether things are in place. (Thats where the planner comes in very handy).

All the best! And kind regards.x

Spring Dove Events

Congratulations on your engagement Lizzie!

Every couple has a vision and a budget for their big day and you can most certainly plan your wedding yourself, however a planner has built great relationships with suppliers and can obtain a more affordable rate for you because of this. Secondly, do you want to be contacting all your suppliers on the day to ensure they turn up at the stipulated time and doing all the running around to ensure your venue is styled how you've envisioned or will you rely on a friend or family member? Just some things to consider. All in all, the choice is personal and a planner will ensure that if something doesn't go to plan then it will be rectified and you wouldn't even know it. I hope this helps and good luck x Vanessa

congratulations on your engagement, nothing quite beats that feeling of the whirlwind of emotions after the engagement.

Asking if you need a wedding planner is almost like asking if pineapple goes on pizza, some people will tell you that of course and others will think you're mad.

I planned my own Wedding back in 2014 and I loved the experience of doing it all which is what gave me the bug of helping others plan theirs, being able to transfer ideas from paper to reality is such an amazing feeling and nothing really compares.

Everyone is different and like myself wants that feeling of celebration knowing that the day was made possible off their own backs but it can be quite stressful and overwhelming and sometimes help is needed.

I hope whatever you decide you and your future husband have the most magical day, regardless of if you decide to use a planner. It will be amazing

Hi Lizzie,

That is an excellent question! It is possible to do most of the planning with your partner if you have a clear vision of what you want your wedding to look like.

However, many couples find that after they have made decisions on the dress, suits, venue, ceremony, guests, food, cake, music, photographer, makeup artist and all the small details, they prefer if someone else is responsible for the overall 'feel' and styling of the wedding.

For me personally, I find there are probably two main reasons that couples hire me as a wedding planner / stylist.

Firstly, they have no idea where to start and need ideas and vision. My last bride said she was in a panic just thinking about where to hire a marquee from!Secondly, they have some ideas of what they want their wedding to look like but need help in pulling it all together. You are absolutely right is saying that it is easier and a lot less stressful to hire a planner, as most couples would rather be relaxing on their wedding day with their bridal party, than hanging fairylights and lighting candles.

So, my process is as follows: I meet the bride and groom for an initial consultation to discuss their vision and make sure we are on the same page.Some brides bring pictures of what they want while others rely on my research. If necessary, I do a site visit for the ceremony and reception and I then draw up plans and sketches and provide a quote. We then have a second consultation to discuss the concepts and adjust or make changes if necessary.

Then the planner goes into action behind the scenes to ensure your wedding day is all you want it to be.

If you need any further information you can contact me on my profile.

Best wishes for your wedding day!

regards

Michele

Hi Lizzie. There use to be a real stigma about having a Wedding Planner. Only the rich could afford that. This is so not the case. Now a days both of the couples work and just don't have the time to organise their dream wedding. Most Weddings can take around 250 hours to organise. As a Wedding Planner that is what we give you. Time, stress free, enjoyable and relaxing time before your Wedding. We do all the running around for you. We are able to get you the best deals in the industry. I love what I do as a Wedding Planner. It is with great joy to see the couple enjoying their day with great happiness and no stress. Congratulations to you Lizzie. Kind Regards from Sharon at One Weddings- Sydney

Hi Lizzie,

Congrats on your engagement, it's such an exciting time!

When it comes to planners, there are many pros to hiring one depending on what kind of a person you are and the kind of help you need. The first and most important reason to hire a planner is that it is an investment in your sanity - we take a majority of the stress off you! Secondly, a good planner should end up paying for themselves in the savings they make for you, by having good rapport with suppliers / vendors.

Planning should be an enjoyable experience and not stressful for you guys. It can literally take hundreds of hours of your 'spare time' (the average is 200hrs), and having someone helping you who does this for a living is the way to go. A planner won't overlook any of the finer details, and will help you make the most of your budget and allocate it properly. We do not take over your wedding!! We are here to assist you and point you in the right direction to ensure your day is all you dreamed of.

While planners can do as much or as little as you require, I highly recommend having a planner there on the day to make sure everything runs smoothly. It's inevitable that something happens that you didn't plan and having someone there to iron things out (preferably without you noticing) is worth every penny. I hope this helps you and I wish you a wonderful engagement!

All the best,

Natalie

Hi Lizzie,

Congratulations on your engagement. I bet you are getting excited.

Planning your dream wedding can beoverwhelming and emotionally hard for some brides.

By having a wedding planner there to help and support each decision you make, and to provide guidance, it will make planning your big day seem that like more relaxed.

Wedding planners can help with making sure you don't over spend on your budget, make sure the wedding you want is the right one, take the stress off trying to plan a wedding and also enjoy life as an engagement Women.

Best of luck for your big day, it will come around super fast.

I hope this has helped with your question.

Kind Regards Simone

Elegant Dream Wedding & Events