Won't a wedding planner just take over and try to run the whole show?
In a word - no. We work with our clients to handle as much or as little for the event as requested. It is still your wedding! We are there to take your visions and dreams and turn them into reality. The style, the ambiance, the unique aspects of the day will always be a manifestation of your desires.
Can't I just plan my wedding myself?
Of course, you can plan your wedding yourself! Frankly, the planning is part of the anticipation and fun of the engagement period. However, it can also be a time-consuming hassle. Checking out several vendors for each category of service and support needed, reviewing contracts and purchase orders, coordinating logistics, production elements, rentals, design, favors - all the details that need to be in place for your big day. And - are you getting the best deal possible? Or is your negotiated price higher than it should be because it is for a "wedding"? (It happens!) On your wedding day, your wedding planner will make sure that you and your bridal party, your family, and your guests can all relax and enjoy the fruits of your ideas and dreams. You can focus on the beautiful memories being made, time spent with those you love, and the sweet elements of the ceremony and reception. Let us handle all the rest.
Do I need a contract with my wedding consultant?
As in real estate, we recommend having an agreement in writing with your consultant. Ideally, there should be a formal contract or a letter of agreement outlining the scope of the services provided, fees, responsibilities of the parties, and timelines involved would be signed by all parties involved in decision making for the wedding and the consultant.
Do Bridal Consultants get "kickbacks" from suppliers and vendors they recommend?
Some vendors do offer commissions to consultants, much like airlines paying commissions to travel agents. At An Amazing Affair, we pass on any commissions as discounts to our clients on the services in question. Regardless of whom you hire, you should be informed of any additional payments the consultant may be receiving. We take such disclosures seriously at An Amazing Affair.
We are a typical family - divorced/remarried parents, relatives all over the country (and some out of the country!), and both of us work. How do we handle tensions or rifts in the family and still have the wedding of our dreams?
With a wedding planner at your side, we can handle many of the detailed aspects of the wedding itself. And we have the ability to smooth over the issues that may arise with today's complex familial relationships and history. Ultimately, we want the bride and groom to have the people at the wedding that mean the most to them, and have their special day create memories for themselves and all of their loved ones. Even obstacles that seem insurmountable can usually be overcome in honor of your wedding day.
Do I need a Bridal Consultant?
This is one of the times in your life that is precious......the time of your engagement. Whether it lasts four months, a year, or longer, why not make this one of the most memorable times of your life? Having a wedding planner at your side will be an asset for you as you plan your wedding. You will always have someone to turn to at each step of the way, with the experience to handle the common stresses that may arise during the planning of such a momentous occasion. Wouldn't it be nice to spend time with your fiance, your families, and your dearest friends rather than worrying about your big day? One of our brides touched the lives of everyone in her bridal party (even the groomsmen!) and her closest relatives by writing heartfelt letters to each of them in the weeks leading up to her wedding while we reviewed contracts and arranged for parking valets and security. Which would you rather do? On the day of your wedding, you should be the shining star, emanating poise, grace, joy, and love while we meet the caterer and track down the florist! Let us be the behind the scenes workers that make your day magical.
I don't know if I can afford a wedding planner. I want a Bridal Consultant....but I have a tight budget.
In an ironic twist, it is in many cases even more important for a bride and groom on a tight budget to work WITH a bridal consultant! Our clients save so much on flowers and floral design alone it usually covers the expense of the consultant fee (when working with our in-house florist). Hands down, a bridal consultant will be able to negotiate lower fees in many instances, and will know which vendors will give you the most bang for your buck. Your overall budget can remain the same, and you can have a lush, full day as big as your dreams. Many couples feel that they just have to do away with the elements of their day because they cannot afford it; at An Amazing Affair, we work within your budget to give you everything you desire. At the same time, we are up front with you about elements you may want that will stretch your budget too far. Let us be your sounding board.
Visit us at www.anamazingaffair.com for more information. We can assist you in creating not just a memorable day, but also a memorable engagement period, and wedding weekend.
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