“Full Service” Wedding Coordination

Full-service wedding coordination, also known as “full-service wedding planning,” is a comprehensive wedding planning service offered by professional wedding planners or coordinators. With full-service coordination, the wedding planner is involved in every aspect of planning and executing a wedding, from the initial stages of conception to the actual day of the event. This service is ideal for couples who want expert guidance and assistance throughout the entire wedding planning process. Here’s what’s typically included in full-service wedding coordination:

• Initial Consultation: The planner meets with the couple to discuss their vision, preferences, and budget for the wedding. This consultation helps the planner understand the couple’s style and expectations.

• Budget Management: The planner helps create a realistic budget and assists in allocating funds to various aspects of the wedding, such as venue, catering, décor, entertainment, and more. They track expenses to ensure the budget is adhered to.

• Venue Selection: The planner assists in finding and securing a suitable wedding venue based on the couple’s preferences, guest count, and budget. This may involve visiting potential venues, negotiating contracts, and handling logistics.

• Vendor Selection: The planner recommends and assists in selecting all wedding vendors, including photographers, florists, caterers, DJs or bands, and more. They often have a network of trusted vendors to choose from.

• Design and Décor: The planner helps create a cohesive wedding design concept, including color schemes, themes, and décor ideas. They may work with decorators and designers to bring the vision to life.

• Timeline and Planning: The planner develops a detailed wedding timeline and schedule, outlining when various tasks should be completed leading up to the wedding day. They coordinate all aspects of the wedding planning, including appointments and deadlines.

• Attend Vendor Meetings: The planner accompanies the couple to meetings with vendors, offers guidance, and helps make informed decisions. They assist in reviewing contracts and ensuring all details are covered.

• Guest List and RSVP Management: The planner helps create and manage the guest list, including addressing invitations and tracking RSVPs.

• Rehearsal Coordination: The planner may attend and oversee the wedding rehearsal to ensure that everyone in the wedding party knows their roles and that the ceremony runs smoothly.

• Wedding Day Execution: On the wedding day, the planner is present from early setup to the end of the event, overseeing all aspects of the day. They ensure that everything runs according to the plan, manage vendor arrivals, and handle any unforeseen issues.

• Problem Solving: If any issues or emergencies arise, the planner is equipped to handle them efficiently and discreetly, so the couple can enjoy their day stress-free.

• Post-Wedding Tasks: After the wedding, the planner may assist with tasks such as returning rental items, collecting gifts, and ensuring all vendor contracts are fulfilled.

Full-service wedding coordination provides couples with a high level of support and expertise, allowing them to enjoy the wedding planning process without the stress of managing all the details themselves. This service is often customizable to meet the specific needs and desires of the couple.