Hiring a wedding planner who aligns with your personality is as crucial as finding your perfect wedding venue or wedding caterer. As with any other wedding industry vendor, you will find that you have plenty of wedding planners to choose from. So how do you know which wedding planner is going to be the best fit for you? Your wedding day is a personal celebration that should reflect your personal preferences and unique style. A wedding planner that understands your personality will help curate a day that truly feels like you and will make this planning process smooth. The key is to find someone that you feel comfortable sharing all your ideas and expectations with.
Planning a wedding is an exciting and joyous journey. If we are honest the journey can be intricate, demanding, and consume more of energy than you anticipated. You may find that you need some expertise to help alleviate some stress. This is where hiring a wedding planner or coordinator can be very beneficial. Your wedding planner will guide you through the process of choices and decisions to make sure your vision becomes a reality.
Your wedding planner will be your logistical guru as well as a partner in curating a celebration that is unforgettable and reflects your love and personalities. It is important to hire a wedding planner that is not only an expert but also connects with you genuinely. I promise, taking the steps to find the perfect wedding planner will make all the difference when you are creating the wedding day you have always dreamed of.
There are important questions that you should ask potential wedding planners. The questions will ensure you are on the same page and will set you up for success. Below are 10 questions you should ask during the consultation.
- Will the design process be collaborative?
- Can you show me a wedding you’ve planned at a similar price point?
- How many people from your team will be onsite during our event?
- Who will we work with if we secure your services and will they be our point person during the entire planning process?
- What is your communication style?
- How do you handle a rain plan and who makes the final call?
- How do you handle vendor selection?
- What assistance do you need from us during the planning process?
- How many events will you be working on at the same time as our wedding?
- Have you planned other events at our venue?
- Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?