Wedding planners go by a lot of different names – right-hand person, mediator, stress reliever, shoulder to cry on, vision creator, and so the list can go on. But one thing that is evident is that if you want to enjoy the process of planning your wedding then it might be a good idea to get help of a professional wedding planner to ensure the preparations and fewer fun bits are taken care of. With the right wedding planner not only will your perfect wedding dreams become reality, but it comes with the promise of a perfect and hitch-free day will allow you and your fiancé to enjoy the whole process.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing your “perfect planner” and why they play an important part.
- Making the right choice – It all starts with making the right choice. Choosing to go on that first date. Choosing that this is the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. The same counts for the first day of what will be the rest of your life with the one person you chose to be with. Choosing the perfect coordinator is just as important because they will assist with all the planning and execution of your wedding day. Wedding planners offer different services to suit the couples needs and budget. You can either choose a full coordinator, partial coordinator or DOC (day of coordination). But this will also influence the amount of work the bride and groom will have to take care of themselves.
- Communication – When making an enquiry or starting your communication with a planner, do they answer you quickly? In this industry, communication is key. If they are great communicators, this journey will be so much easier because this shows they are well-organized and in control of any situation.
- The personality of the planner – When deciding on a wedding planner, you are almost gaining a new “best friend” leading up to the big day. It does not mean you have to sit around and braid each other’s hair, but you will be spending a lot of time on the phone, exchanging emails and personal meetings. Therefore it is very important that you meet with your coordinator first and just get the feel of their personality and see if it will be a fit with who you and your fiancé on both a personal and professional level.
- Suppliers – Wedding planners tend to have a list of suppliers that they know and will suggest to you. Not because of the incentive they receive, but because these are reliable companies that only want the best for your day. Choosing the right suppliers can save you a lot of time, stress and money.
- Know yourself – Are you indecisive? Tend to purchase something and then change your mind? Tend to bust your budget? Having a wedding planner automatically cuts out those problems. They possess the skills to assist wedding couples in ensuring they stay true to what is important and what they need. Know your weaknesses and cut yourself some slack. Planning a wedding can be a lot of work, and is it not the most important part for you to enjoy it rather than stress over it?
Take these top tips and keep it at arm’s length to assist you in the navigation of the crazy world of weddings. No matter what you decide, always take it at a pace you are comfortable with and remember to take it one step at a time. This is your special day and should be exactly as you want it.
