FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Day-of Coordination starts at $500: - One Month: We will discuss your timeline, expectations, and a breakdown of what the wedding day will look like. - One Week: We schedule a meeting to gather any essential decor items needed for the setup and we will rehearse the ceremony with the wedding party. - Wedding Day: You have my services for 8 hours. Partial Planning starts at $1200: - Two Months: We will discuss your timeline desires, expectations, and a breakdown of what the wedding day will look like. - One Month: A timeline for the wedding day has been created and agreed upon. - Two Weeks: All vendors have been confirmed with their timeline & instructions. - One Week: We schedule a meeting to gather any essential decor items needed for the setup and we will rehearse the ceremony with the wedding party. - Wedding Day: You have my services for 12 hours. I will drop off all the decor/gifts/cake at a chosen location after the wedding. Full Planning starts at $3,500: - One Year to Three Months: We will discuss your timeline desires, expectations, and a breakdown of the wedding planning process. Create a budget, website, event style, guest list, seating chart, choose vendors & venue, food, and decide on attire. - Three Months: Make sure all invitations are sent out and begin receiving confirmations. - Two Months: We will discuss any new desires or expectations, and a breakdown of what the wedding day will look like. - One Month: A timeline for the wedding day has been created and agreed upon. - Two Weeks: All guests have been finalized and vendors have been confirmed with their timeline & instructions. - One Week: We schedule a meeting to gather any essential decor items needed for the setup and we will rehearse the ceremony with the wedding party. - Wedding Day: You have my services for 12 hours. I will drop off all the decor/gifts/cake at a chosen location after the wedding.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
- We chat about what they're looking for, why they are looking for a planner, their story, and their vision for the event. This can be via a call, email, or text. - I send information about my services, show them my website, and talk a little about me and why I do what I do. - Create a customized contract and questionnaire form to fill in so I know exactly what they envision. - The process begins!
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our owner and lead planner began her professional journey at the prestigious International Country Club in Fairfax, VA. It was here that she gained invaluable insights into the intricacies of event planning, honing her skills amidst the hustle and bustle of the industry. Immersed in the fast-paced environment, she absorbed the nuances of orchestrating flawless events, from elaborate weddings to intimate gatherings. Equipped with a degree in Information and Library Science, her academic background provided her with a unique perspective on community engagement and resource management. Leveraging her knowledge, she seamlessly integrated her passion for event planning with her expertise in serving the community, crafting memorable experiences that resonated with her clients.