+4. What sorts of services do you offer (month-of coordination, full-service planning, or à la carte planning)?
We offer full-service planning, month-of coordination, florals, and décor. Day-of coordination is an optional service, but we like having the opportunity to connect with our couples and become a part of a special, personalized experience.
It's good to ask for a thorough explanation of the types of ways a planner can help you with your wedding. This information will make it easier to decide what type of planner would be best for you. For example, if you're super-organized and have time to follow up with pros yourself, then you may only need someone for a coordination role. But if you're planning a destination wedding, it may be best to work with a full-time planner who can manage the logistics for you. It's also good to ask about design versus planning. (We) hear this statement a lot: “I need a wedding planner to turn my ideas into reality," which often means you need design help, not help with planning tasks like creating a timeline or managing their budget.
+ 5. How many meetings will we have, and how will we be involved?
We’re always busy at work with planning the details. With unlimited calls and emails, we become your right arm during the process. Should the pressure become too much (because you’re really excited about the big day), we’ll even show up for a coffee session.
This is when you should get an outline of what the wedding planning process would look like. Some planners will email you sketches and follow up over the phone, while others may create online inspiration boards and will verbally walk you through swatches and sample designs in person. Certain planners will ask you about each detail, while others wait and fill you in on everything all at once. There's no right workflow—it's all about what you like best.
