As you may already know, hiring a wedding planner means buying stress relief, time efficiency, money management, quality expertise, and personalized service dedicated entirely towards making you happy. A wedding planner wears many hats; they can be your personal assistant, your advisor, your accountant, your secretary, and even your friend when you need it. Yet many people still have a few primary concerns that come to mind when considering hiring a planner:
1. Money. The NUMBER ONE concern people will usually have is MONEY. Most couples get massive sticker shock when they realize how costly weddings can be. However, by saving you money, as well as time and stress, a planner can actually be a reasonable financial investment. They can get you exclusive discounts, advise you on money-saving techniques, and help strictly manage your budget.
2. Trust. Your wedding day is one of the most important days in your life, and entrusting someone else with something so important can be understandably difficult. If you are worried about quality, do your research, hire someone certified, and, during your consultation, find out whether they suit your needs AND your personality. Don’t be afraid to meet several event planners before deciding on whom you like most. Tip: Save time by going to a bridal show and meeting several planners at once.
3. Control. For those Do-it-Yourself types who like being involved in every step of the process, hiring someone else to do their dirty work may seem counterproductive. Hiring a planner, however, isn’t synonymous with relinquishing control. Many planners provide several package options that vary in price depending on their level of involvement. You can pay less and hire a day-of coordinator who will simply help you organize everything as your big day approaches. Also, remember that your planner works for YOU. You are in charge and in control. Just tell them what you want from them and they will be there to help!
Remember that your story is worth telling and your love is worth celebrating in the most wonderfully memorable way imaginable, and all any good wedding planner really wants to do is to help make your dreams come true, so why NOT have someone like that by your side?