FULL PLANNING:
We work with you every step of the way to create an inspired and intimate event that is well planned, well executed and most of all unique to you. For the couple that wants Something Lovely Wedding to guide them step by step and plan their wedding from start to finish. Couples choose how involved they want to be in the process.
Summary of Services:
Multiple meetings plus final walk thru at venue
Schedule and Attend Vendor Meetings
Create Full design concept and color palette
Timeline creation
Contract management
Day of event management from setup to teardown / and Ceremony Rehearsal
Includes 1-4 Assistants day of based on guest count
Unlimited consultation via email and phone
Detailed List of Services:
Multiple in person meetings to consult and collaborate with Something Lovely Wedding to discuss wedding style
Professional advice and guidance with unlimited consultation via email and phone
Budget creation and management
Full design concept and color palette to fit client’s wedding style
Schedule and attend meetings with following vendors based on client needs: Venue, Caterer, Floral Designer, Photographer, Videography, Linen Rental, Invitations, Musicians, DJ/ Band, Lighting, Cake.
Note: SLW does not receive commissions for referrals – any discounts passed on to client.
Complimentary mock-up of floral centerpiece by referred floral designer
Source and secure additional rentals as needed including; Chair rental, Dance Floor, Lounge Furniture, Draping, Specialized Tabletop Settings, Transportation, and other design details.
Provide referrals for Officiants, Hair and Make-up Artists, Tuxedos, Wedding Dress Salons, etc.
Note: SLW does not receive commissions for referrals – any discounts passed on to client.
Assist in wording for Save the Date Cards and Invites
Provide ideas and purchase wedding favors and other gifting on Client’s behalf
Attend menu selection/ banquet set up meeting with Catering Manager and Client
Review all proposals and terms of vendor contracts
Create wedding day timeline detailing all activities associated with the final preparations and orchestration of your wedding day.
Final walk thru and detail meeting with client at venue. Discuss, refine and document each and every detail of your final wedding day plans and answer outstanding questions or concerns.
Review and proof Banquet Event Order provided by Catering Manager
Contact Vendors for arrival and end times, including strike time
Communicate venue’s policies and procedures for loading and unloading, set up and tear down
Confirm all vendor orders and quantities on rental pieces
Distribute wedding day timeline to all vendors at least 1 week before wedding date
Negotiate room blocks at various nearby hotels as needed
Attend ceremony rehearsal to assist Officiant in directing rehearsal
Attend and orchestrate the wedding day arriving no later than 3 hour prior to the ceremony start time (sooner if needed) thru the end of reception, as noted on the timeline, overseeing each detail for you.
Oversee ceremony setup in accordance with agreed upon floorplan /design
Communicate with DJ/Emcee on ceremony song selections and cueing bridal party for processional
Oversee reception setup in accordance with agreed upon floor plan/design
Attend sound check with band musicians/DJ/Emcee and review the sequence and timing of all events
Orchestrate your preview of the reception before the guests come into the area and have your photographer/cinematography document the setting before the guests arrive. Depends on venue and timeline.
Beautifully arrange set up of ceremony/reception accessories including programs, seating cards, menu cards, table numbers, favors, sign-in guest book, etc.
Work with band musicians/DJ to establish timing for grand entrance, first dance, cake cutting, bouquet and garter toss, and last dance
Provide client with marriage license information
Arrange for your gift transport to car or on-site hotel room – including personal items such as champagne flutes and cake knifes, etc.
Prepare and handle final payments and gratuities to vendors
Includes 1-4 Assistants on wedding day, based on guest head count