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There are a lot of stereo types that go along with being a Wedding Planner.  One of the first things that often comes to mind is that a wedding planner is too expensive.  While there is a wide price range for wedding planning services, it is probably much more affordable than you would think!  Most planners also offer a free initial consultation, so it never hurts to meet with them to see what they can offer and how much their packages are. 

Knowing that every bride has different needs and that each wedding is very different, I actually customize my packages for brides.  Basically what this means is that if they are looking for someone to coordinate their wedding day, but they also need assistance along the way with vendor contracts or vendor selections, I can add each item to the package.  This way they don’t have to pay for a full planning package and they can hire me just for the services they need. Other brides have all the details taken care of but they have elaborate decorating or assembly that needs to be completed on their wedding day so I will customize a package that is geared more towards their decorating needs.  Still others are completely overwhelmed with the whole process, so they need someone to help them develop a budget, find vendors that fit this budget and then come up with ideas to make their vision become a reality. 

Another stereo type of Wedding Planners is that they are snooty and over the top.  I can’t tell you  how many times I have had a client or potential client say “You are not what I expected!  I thought you would be snobby and pretentious!” Maybe it is all the wedding movies and shows that create this vision for some people, but it never ceases to make me laugh when I hear this!  Wedding planners are people that deal with the good, the bad and the ugly.  We are running, lifting, climbing, fixing while always keeping a smile on our face.  Snobby is certainly not a word used to describe most of the planners I know!

The one stereo type that is true about planners is that we are organized.  If you are not organized then there is no way you could ever keep up with the fast pace – especially on wedding days.  If you can’t organize multiple things at one time and adapt to any changes along the way – then you will simply not succeed.

So, the gist of this message is that if you are a bride and in the back of your mind thinking it would be nice to have a Wedding Planner or Day of Coordinator (DOC)  – it is certainly worth interviewing them and finding out what they can offer you.  Not only can they eliminate your stress – most of the time a planner can save you money too!!!  I promise – most of the planners you meet will not be anything like the wedding planners you see in the movies!