Wedding Planning Selections
Dovetailing the Details Together to Create Your Vision
Creating the Vision with Professional Help. We can locate the venue that best matches your desires, book the vendors best suited to your special design and weave everything together to create your dream.
Wedding and Reception Venue Planning
Wedding Ceremony Planning
Wedding Officiate Services
Bridal Consultant Services
Wedding and Reception Venue Planning
Wedding Ceremony Planning
Wedding Officiate Services
Bridal Consultant Services
Wedding Planning Tips
Wedding Planning Tips from Our Planning Department!
Q: I just got engaged!
How do I start planning my wedding?
-Tiffany-
Before you announce to the entire world that you are engaged and everyone assumes that they are invited to your wedding, we suggest that you sit down as a couple and discuss the date, time, size, formality and style of your wedding -- things that really reflect your tastes and budget as a couple.Setting a realistic wedding budget now is going to save you from a nasty shock on your wedding day.
So take out that calculator, call up your folks and decide on a realistic budget. Set your priorities before you start number crunching. Once you know what elements you can't live without, you'll have a much clearer idea of how to allocate your money. Once you have a relatively good idea of your overall wedding budget, the next step is to contact us. From this point forward we can help you create a wedding based on your budget.
Q: When estimating my wedding budget how much should I expect to pay per person at the wedding reception?
-Amber-
As always, this will depend on the meal and beverages you choose to serve to your guests. If you are having an evening reception you will be considering a full sit-down full dinner menu. The average cost will be $35 to $65 on the meal plus $25 to $35 on the bar. If you decide to go with a soft bar of wine and beer only, you can reduce your cost to $10 to $15 per person.
There is also the option of going with no alcoholic beverages this will further reduce your costs to $3 to $5 per person for soft drinks and tea.
Afternoon receptions are usually much less, as lunch menus range from $12 to $18 per person. Also afternoon receptions are much more likely to have a limited bar or no alcoholic beverages served.
There is also an open bar which is a nice in between option. You provide your guests the meal with a non-alcoholic beverage and/or a soft bar and your guests have the option of purchasing their own alcoholic beverage from the bar if they wish to do so.
Q: I just got engaged!
How do I start planning my wedding?
-Tiffany-
Before you announce to the entire world that you are engaged and everyone assumes that they are invited to your wedding, we suggest that you sit down as a couple and discuss the date, time, size, formality and style of your wedding -- things that really reflect your tastes and budget as a couple.Setting a realistic wedding budget now is going to save you from a nasty shock on your wedding day.
So take out that calculator, call up your folks and decide on a realistic budget. Set your priorities before you start number crunching. Once you know what elements you can't live without, you'll have a much clearer idea of how to allocate your money. Once you have a relatively good idea of your overall wedding budget, the next step is to contact us. From this point forward we can help you create a wedding based on your budget.
Q: When estimating my wedding budget how much should I expect to pay per person at the wedding reception?
-Amber-
As always, this will depend on the meal and beverages you choose to serve to your guests. If you are having an evening reception you will be considering a full sit-down full dinner menu. The average cost will be $35 to $65 on the meal plus $25 to $35 on the bar. If you decide to go with a soft bar of wine and beer only, you can reduce your cost to $10 to $15 per person.
There is also the option of going with no alcoholic beverages this will further reduce your costs to $3 to $5 per person for soft drinks and tea.
Afternoon receptions are usually much less, as lunch menus range from $12 to $18 per person. Also afternoon receptions are much more likely to have a limited bar or no alcoholic beverages served.
There is also an open bar which is a nice in between option. You provide your guests the meal with a non-alcoholic beverage and/or a soft bar and your guests have the option of purchasing their own alcoholic beverage from the bar if they wish to do so.
Dragonfly Planning
When all you need just a little help getting everything organized
and pulling it all together.
$50.00 an hour
Bridal Reward Points 5
and pulling it all together.
$50.00 an hour
Bridal Reward Points 5
Humming Bird's Planning
8 weeks prior to wedding day
The day of detail management. We will coordinate your with vendors and venue. Three meetings prior to wedding allowing us to understand your vision so that your day is executed flawlessly.
• On-site direction & coordination for rehearsal, ceremony and reception.
• Complete ceremony & reception management.
• Review contracts & confirm vendors prior to wedding day.
• Distribute final payments to vendors
$1,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 35
The day of detail management. We will coordinate your with vendors and venue. Three meetings prior to wedding allowing us to understand your vision so that your day is executed flawlessly.
• On-site direction & coordination for rehearsal, ceremony and reception.
• Complete ceremony & reception management.
• Review contracts & confirm vendors prior to wedding day.
• Distribute final payments to vendors
$1,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 35
Dove's Planning
6 months prior to wedding day
Many brides dive into the details without realizing how much work is involved… and simply become overwhelmed. You know what you want, you have the vision. Share the vision with us and with a bit of wedding alchemy, we’ll make it happen.
• 6 meetings prior to your special day
• Guidelines & Checklists
• Establish Priorities/Set Budget
• Create Budget Spreadsheet
• Vendor Referrals
• Ceremony/Reception Venue Information & Research
• Arrange Site Tours
• Arrange Vendor Appointments
• Resources for Wedding Day Apparel
• Wedding Favor Selection
• Ceremony Program Selection
• Vendor Contract Review to Ensure Accurate Delivery on Wedding Day
• Assistance with Ceremony Order / Selections
• Processional & Recessional Order
• Ceremony Diagram for Wedding Party
• Ceremony Seating Plans for Special Guests
• Attend Final Catering Meeting / Assist with Menu Selection & Details
• Create Detailed Wedding Day Schedule for Wedding Party
• Create Detailed Wedding Day timeline for Vendors
• Coordinate Final Details with Vendors
• Final Vendor Confirmations
• Collect Items the Week of to Bring to Rehearsal (Pictures, Guest book, Seating Cards, Cake Service Set, Toasting Glasses, Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favors, Candles, etc.)
• Arrange Ceremony Rehearsal
• Direct Rehearsal
$3,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 40
Many brides dive into the details without realizing how much work is involved… and simply become overwhelmed. You know what you want, you have the vision. Share the vision with us and with a bit of wedding alchemy, we’ll make it happen.
• 6 meetings prior to your special day
• Guidelines & Checklists
• Establish Priorities/Set Budget
• Create Budget Spreadsheet
• Vendor Referrals
• Ceremony/Reception Venue Information & Research
• Arrange Site Tours
• Arrange Vendor Appointments
• Resources for Wedding Day Apparel
• Wedding Favor Selection
• Ceremony Program Selection
• Vendor Contract Review to Ensure Accurate Delivery on Wedding Day
• Assistance with Ceremony Order / Selections
• Processional & Recessional Order
• Ceremony Diagram for Wedding Party
• Ceremony Seating Plans for Special Guests
• Attend Final Catering Meeting / Assist with Menu Selection & Details
• Create Detailed Wedding Day Schedule for Wedding Party
• Create Detailed Wedding Day timeline for Vendors
• Coordinate Final Details with Vendors
• Final Vendor Confirmations
• Collect Items the Week of to Bring to Rehearsal (Pictures, Guest book, Seating Cards, Cake Service Set, Toasting Glasses, Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favors, Candles, etc.)
• Arrange Ceremony Rehearsal
• Direct Rehearsal
$3,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 40
Swan's Planning
1 year prior to wedding day
Creating the Vision with Professional Help. We can locate the venue that best matches your desires, book the vendors best suited to your special design and magically weaving everything together. The average wedding takes an estimated 200 hours to plan with countless details.
Event Design/Theme/Décor
• Guidelines & Checklists
• Establish Priorities/Set Budget
• Create Budget Spreadsheet
• Track Payments & Due Dates
• Vendor Referrals
• Ceremony/Reception Venue Information & Research
• Arrange & Attend Site Tours (as desired)
• Arrange & Attend Vendor Appointments (as desired)
• Vendor Contract Review & Assistance with Negotiation
• Save the Date Letters
• Recommend Accommodations for Out of Town Guests
• Resources for Wedding Day Apparel
• Book Wedding day Transportation
• Book Calligrapher
• Wedding Favor Selection
• Wedding Party Gift Selection
• Hair & Make-up recommendations
• Full Coordination of Rehearsal
• Invitation Selection
• Ceremony Program Selection / Coordinate Printing
• Assistance with Ceremony Order / Selections
• Processional & Recessional Order
• Ceremony Diagram for Wedding Party
• Ceremony Seating Plans for Special Guests
• Attend Final Catering Meeting / Assist with Menu Selection & Details
• Create Detailed Wedding Day Schedule for Wedding Party
• Create Detailed Wedding Day timeline for Vendors
• Coordinate Final Details with Vendors
• Final Vendor Confirmations
• Seating Chart
• Collect Items the Week of to Bring to Rehearsal (Pictures, Guest book, Seating Cards, Cake Service Set, Toasting Glasses, Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favors, Candles, etc.)
• Arrange Ceremony Rehearsal
• Direct Rehearsal
• We will be hands on in every detail through the entire planning process
$6,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 50
Creating the Vision with Professional Help. We can locate the venue that best matches your desires, book the vendors best suited to your special design and magically weaving everything together. The average wedding takes an estimated 200 hours to plan with countless details.
Event Design/Theme/Décor
• Guidelines & Checklists
• Establish Priorities/Set Budget
• Create Budget Spreadsheet
• Track Payments & Due Dates
• Vendor Referrals
• Ceremony/Reception Venue Information & Research
• Arrange & Attend Site Tours (as desired)
• Arrange & Attend Vendor Appointments (as desired)
• Vendor Contract Review & Assistance with Negotiation
• Save the Date Letters
• Recommend Accommodations for Out of Town Guests
• Resources for Wedding Day Apparel
• Book Wedding day Transportation
• Book Calligrapher
• Wedding Favor Selection
• Wedding Party Gift Selection
• Hair & Make-up recommendations
• Full Coordination of Rehearsal
• Invitation Selection
• Ceremony Program Selection / Coordinate Printing
• Assistance with Ceremony Order / Selections
• Processional & Recessional Order
• Ceremony Diagram for Wedding Party
• Ceremony Seating Plans for Special Guests
• Attend Final Catering Meeting / Assist with Menu Selection & Details
• Create Detailed Wedding Day Schedule for Wedding Party
• Create Detailed Wedding Day timeline for Vendors
• Coordinate Final Details with Vendors
• Final Vendor Confirmations
• Seating Chart
• Collect Items the Week of to Bring to Rehearsal (Pictures, Guest book, Seating Cards, Cake Service Set, Toasting Glasses, Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favors, Candles, etc.)
• Arrange Ceremony Rehearsal
• Direct Rehearsal
• We will be hands on in every detail through the entire planning process
$6,500.00
Bridal Reward Points 50
