Question 1

What is the difference between full-service planning and day-of coordination?

Accepted Answer

Full-service covers everything from vendor selection to timeline creation over months. Day-of coordination manages logistics on the event day itself—vendor arrivals, timeline execution, and problem-solving.

Question 2

What questions should I ask a wedding planner before hiring?

Accepted Answer

Ask about their experience with similar event sizes, their vendor network, how many events they manage simultaneously, their communication style, their emergency protocol, and request references.

Question 3

Can a wedding planner help me save money?

Accepted Answer

Experienced planners know market rates, have vendor relationships that may yield discounts, prevent costly mistakes, and help allocate your budget effectively. Their fee often pays for itself in savings.

Question 4

How do I create and manage a wedding budget?

Accepted Answer

Start with your total budget, allocate percentages by category (venue 40–50%, catering 20–30%, entertainment 10–15%, etc.), track every expense, and maintain a 5–10% contingency fund. Use our budget tool for detailed tracking.

Question 5

What backup plans should my wedding have?

Accepted Answer

Plan B for weather (indoor fallback or tent), backup DJ/band equipment, an emergency kit (sewing kit, stain remover, painkillers), a timeline buffer for delays, and a designated problem-solver for the day.