Sandra Jacobs Inc.

WHY DO YOU NEED A WEDDING PLANNER?

It seems like you can’t read a book, magazine or even watch a wedding film without a “wedding planner” appearing. In fact 26% of brides now hire a planner for their wedding, an amazing increase from the recent years. But why the popularity? Years ago couples were happy for a small simple wedding organised by their Mother, but now it would apprear the more langer and elaborate, the better!!

Weddings are becoming increasingly complex with an average number of 15 suppliers to source, negotiate and book. Brides can spend weeks agonizing over plans and details to ensure their wedding day is wonderful.

Films such as ‘The Wedding Planner’ and ‘Confetti’ have raised the profile of wedding planners in the world over recent years, hence the increase of planners now being hired.

A professional wedding planner is not as expensive as you may think many offer various packages to suit every wedding budget. In most cases your planner can get discounts from suppliers ensuring you are getting the best possible price. And don’t forget every supplier will have been vetted and credentials checked ensuring they are professional.

What Type of Bride Hires a Planner and is it for You?

• Do you and your partner work long hours?
• Is your job stressful and demanding?
• Do you have to travel frequently with your job?
• Are you living outside the area of which you plan to marry?
• Do you want your wedding to have the wow factor?
• Are you worried about putting pressure on your Mother?
• Do you want a professional edge to your wedding?

If you answer yes to any of the questions below you may wish to consider hiring a planner. But, how can you ensure the wedding planner you hire is professional and experienced? Start looking through the internet for planners in your area or the area you wish to marry. Look at some of the sites and instantly dismiss those with badly designed websites and/or spelling mistakes, if they cannot get their own material correct what hope is there for your wedding?

Arrange to meet the planner for a consultation, personality is a huge part of being a wedding planner. They will be privy to personal and confidential issues so they have to be someone you trust. Prepare a list of questions to ask them to check their experience and suitability.

Facts to Find Out About the Planner

• How long they have been in business?
• How many weddings they have organized. Can they provide references?
• How do they charge, hourly, fixed fee or % of your wedding budget? Do you feel comfortable with this?
• Do they accept commission from suppliers is it passed on to the client?
• Do they operate on a full time basis or do they have another job?
• Ensure they have public liability insurance.
• Do they have a portfolio for you to look at?

What exactly can Sandra Jacobs Inc. help with?

Most planners have a mix of packages and tailor made services to choose from. It really is up to the client what the planner can do for them, every wedding is different.

• Recommending suitable venues
• Recommending suitable suppliers
• Producing your budget & ensuring you stick to it
• Arranging payments to all suppliers
• Creating a wedding theme and design
• Sending invitations
• Managing the wedding day itself

Don’t forget to use your planner as an inspirational source, family mediator and financial advisor. Keep your planner informed of any changes in order for them to organize your wedding proficiently. Contact Sandra Jacobs Inc. today to ensure your wedding is stress free and absolutely breathtaking!