How can I differentiate MOH duties & Wedding Planner/Stylist role, I have been asked to do both?
I am an event planner and stylist by trade, one of my close friends asked me to help her and her partner plan and style the wedding, organize florists, etc with compensation, I also assisted with their engagement. Since asking me to assist in the planning and styling, she has asked me to be her MOH, which is so exciting! However my dilemma is that it is to my understanding that a number of MOH duties also fall under the event styling/planner area, particularly the “act as the wedding planner, give out your phone number to all of the key vendors and family members in advance so you can help field any questions for the bride" I’m not sure what to do now or where to draw the line for each role. Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Danni R
Question Asked: 7/06/2017
Wedding Date: 30/10/2021
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Sounds like you are in a pickle emotionally!
As a planner you know that your role is to help destress the event for the client and being both MOH and planner means potentially more stress for you by the sounds of things. If you can manage it, do both and if you feel like you will be under enormous pressure then be honest with your friend about what you are feeling. If you don't express your concerns in a respectful manner (and from previous personal experience) you may become frustrated if you take on both roles and potentially cause problems with the friendship.
This is a tough call and I wish you all the best with your decision.
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Hello there!
Maid of Honour duties are very different from that of wedding planner. Whilst the MOH's sole focus is on the bride and preparing little things coming up to the wedding, the Wedding Planner's focus is on the wedding as a whole. The wedding planner must consider not just the bride but everyone else involved and invited to the wedding ( including suppliers, venue staff, parking, and even other guests of the location).
Both roles differ quite alot and if you have not had prior experience then I reccomend getting some help. Perhaps ask the bride to consider a wedding planner for parts of the wedding to help relieve your responsiiblities, which can result in you being able to focus more on your MOH duties.
Good luck and all the best!
Jessie Jocelyn Weddings