FAQs

Q:  What are the benefits of hiring a wedding coordinator?

A:  A Wedding Coordinator is an "expert" at planning weddings because they have planned several and know what unexpected things to think of and plan for before they happen.  They also have strong relationships with vendors & have vetted them thoroughly, which can take weeks to months for a couple to do on their own, and they negotiate great rates and solid contracts on your behalf.  They are also a stress-saver in that the day of your wedding they take care of all the details so you and your family/friends can enjoy your wedding.

Q:  I am having a hard time figuring out what to do for my wedding favors.  Any suggestions?

A:  Candy is a traditional choice to use as a favor, either individually wrapped or a "candy buffet" where guests can pick and choose what and how much they want.  Other trends I have seen are mini-alcohol bottles (i.e. mini Patron bottles, half bottles of wine), potted plants (for an eco-friendly wedding) or donations to charity made by the couple on behalf of their guests.

Q:  What is a typical wedding timeline?

A:  For an evening wedding events usually follow this order:  ceremony, cocktail hour, grand entrance, first dance, dinner, toasts between courses, more traditional dances (i.e. father/daughter, mother/son), regular dancing for 20-30 minutes, cake cutting, resume dancing for 30-45 minutes, bouquet/garter toss, resume dancing for rest of reception. Keep in mind this is just a guideline and I personally have done several variations of the above events so feel free to customize based on what traditional elements you want and do not want to have at your wedding.

Q:  I want a live music element at my wedding but can't afford a band to play during my reception, what other options do I have?

A:  Bands can be expensive for a wedding reception, typically starting at $3500, but you can always hire a solo musician or a trio/quartet for your ceremony and/or cocktail hour.  Some of my couples have hired a DJ to do their reception  but use an acoustic guitarist for their ceremony & cocktail hour; used a harpist for the ceremony and a string quartet for their cocktail hour; had a string quartet perform the ceremony but used a DJ for cocktail hour and reception.  Solo musicians will typically be less expensive than a quartet as they are fewer members being paid.