Choosing the perfect Wedding Planner to support you through your Wedding Planning journey, can seem a daunting task. How do you find the right Planner for you? Will they understand your vision? Do you trust them to create the most extraordinary and unforgettable day? With so many questions, it's easy to become overwhelmed. This guide will help you to understand how an Independent Wedding Planner can support you through your Wedding Planning Journey; to create your dream whilst keeping you sane! It will also give you some tips to finding the right Planner for you.
But the first question to ask is: Do I really need a Wedding Planner? Read on, to help you to find out.
The simple answer is not necessarily. However, if you need help with any of the following, it may be worth considering engaging with an Independent Wedding Planner.
Remember, your venue may provide you with a Wedding Coordinator as part of their Wedding package, but be mindful of the role of a Wedding Venue Coordinator. There are some huge difference between the role of a Venue Coordinator and an Independent Wedding planner- take a read of my blog: The Difference between a Wedding Planner & Venue Coordinator? for a little more information and insight.
So, you've decided that you need a Wedding Planner in your life! The next question is “when do I hire a Wedding Planner?”- if you’re looking for full planning support, then as soon as possible! It’s helpful to get your Wedding Planner on board early in the process as you can, so you can work together to build your dream. Having said that, you can get a Wedding Planner involved at any stage of your journey, depending on your Wedding Planning needs and your budget.
How does a Wedding Planner actually help?
A Wedding Planner is someone who knows not just the ins and outs of the Wedding industry, but everything there is to know about YOUR Wedding. They will be there to help you develop and perhaps even create your dream. They will help you to coordinate your plans, match you to the best and most trusted suppliers (that are the perfect match for you!), help you manage your budget and plan your day… and perhaps even save you some money!
They are not the venue coordinator- they won’t just give you a list of options; they will search for the very best people to fit you and the right people to make your dream a reality.
They will be there through the highs and the lows of your Wedding Planning Journey (that’s right, it’s not always sunshine and rainbows!). They will be there to stop you feeling overwhelmed; to keep you sane and help you through; to iron out any wrinkles, and make sure you have an amazing Wedding Day!
They will take away the mundane jobs, the research (the boring bits!) and free-up your time, so you have the opportunity to do the things you love, grab hold of the fun bits and give you a chance enjoy your time being engaged!
Choosing the perfect Wedding Planner
Finding the perfect Wedding Planner for you, isn’t always an easy job- to find someone that you straight away get along with and trust to plan the details of your most precious day, can take some time! You want to feel that they’re a good fit for you, that you could happily chat with a cuppa (or a glass of wine!), who will support you even when you feel your worst and won’t judge when you need to vent; who’s always got your back and who you trust implicitly to create the day of your dreams. It takes time, but finding the right person is 100% worth the effort!
Firstly, look for a Wedding Planner that will match your aesthetic and style. Make sure that your Planner really understands you and what you’re looking for. You need to trust your Wedding Planner completely, to create a real-life version of your dream. They will make sure that everything looks and feels exactly as you want it to and will have contacts for the right people to achieve that. If they understand you and what you’re looking for, they can connect you with the right suppliers.
Next, choose a Wedding Planner that compliments your own strengths and weaknesses, so you can work together to create your dream. For example, if you’ve already imagined the details of your day, but need some help with the logistics of creating it, choose a planner that’s strengths lay in planning, scheduling and connecting you to the right people; if you need some help with the creative side, choose a planner that has strong design vision. Harmonising your skill sets will help you to work together and make the best use of your time with your planner.
Finally, trust yourself- if it feels right and you’re completely at ease with them, then they’re probably the right fit for you.
And best way to work out if they’re right for you? Talk to them- arrange a call or meet for a chat, to see how you get along.
Identify what you need
Understanding the help that you’ll need from your Wedding planner, is a great place to start.
Are you looking for an extra pair of hands on the day, so you don’t have to worry about a thing?
Do you plan to arrange most of your Wedding yourself, but you’re looking for some help tying up the loose ends and keeping things on track?
Have you created a vision of your Wedding Day, but you’re not sure how to achieve it?
Are you on a tight budget, but need some help getting through a sticking point?
Are you strapped for time and you’re looking for help through the whole planning process?
Do you need someone to talk through your plans with, to make sure nothing’s been missed?
Understanding what type of help you need and the level of service you’re looking for, not only helps you to understand what you need, but will also help you to identify a planner that is able to support you. Whether it’s aesthetic support, supplier identification, creative assistance or logistical planning (or all!), be sure that the Wedding Planner that you’re looking to, can support you with what you need.
As a flexible Wedding Planner, with personalised services, I’m able to offer you a package tailored specifically to what you need. Contact me today, to understand how I can help you.
Make sure that your Wedding Planner is the right fit for you
Your Wedding Planner will be involved in a very personal time and will play a key role in one of the most important days of your life. You’ll potentially be spending a lot of time with them, so you need to make sure that you get the right vibes, that you feel completely comfortable and that you really get along.
You need to be sure that they really understand you and your Wedding vision; you need to be assured that you share the same values and feel confident that they will take your stress away.
You need to be sure that you choose the right Wedding Planner for YOU.
You need to be able to access your planner when you need them and feel comfortable and confident to ask the questions that you need to ask. Communication is so important, especially at a time that has the potential to be very stressful, so you need to be confident that your Wedding Planner will listen to you, understand you, and you feel confident that you will get along.
Due to copyright laws, I sadly cannot share some of my favourite images on this blog. However, for more inspiration and ideas check out my pins on Pinterest.
On a practical level, you need to make sure that your Wedding Planner’s schedule will work with yours- are they going to be available for out of hours meetings, to plan your Wedding around your busy work-life? If you can’t always meet in person, can you talk on the phone or video call? Let them know you’re preferred method of communication, and make sure that it will work for both of you.
When you get the opportunity to chat with your Wedding Planner for the first time, you’ll want to ask them a few questions to get a feel for them and make sure they’re the right fit for you. I’ve put together a list of the top questions to ask your Wedding Planner, in a handy, take-along PDF- download you free copy now!
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If you’re looking to plan your own, unique Wedding in Essex and the surrounding areas, you too can experience the perfect Wedding Day with the help, support & guidance of a professional Wedding Planner.
I can help you to unravel your ideas, develop you dreams & bring your Wedding vision to life. Connecting you with the very best and most trusted, local Wedding Professionals to craft your day; I can help you to create a more sustainable Wedding, without compromising on the style, elegance & luxury of your event.
With luxury & dedicated Wedding Planning support, you can enjoy a fun, relaxing & stress-free Wedding Planning Journey. You can also rest assured that every detail will be taken care of and your journey from start to finish will be in the safest hands.
No matter where you are in your Wedding Planning journey, I can offer support and guidance to help you achieve your perfect Day. To learn more about the Wedding Planning services available to you, follow the links below or contact me to discover how I can help.
