Finding the right wedding planner for your special day is one of the most important decisions that you will make. Before initiating the interview process, it is important that you and your fiancé’s expectations align.

Questions to ask yourself before the interview process:

What level of support will our wedding weekend require?
Are we being realistic about our personal expertise and the amount of time that we can contribute to the planning process with our hectic schedules?
How do we want our wedding to be remembered twenty years from now?
What is the story that we want to tell that expresses our love?
What key traits will our wedding planner possess?
What are we hoping to achieve by working with a planner?
Are there any relationship or cultural dynamics that our planner must understand?
What is the style of wedding that wish to evoke? How casual or formal shall our wedding be?
What region or location shall we consider for our wedding?

After the fundamental questions have been established, the next step is to find the right prospects. I would recommend researching up to 5 planners and selecting the top three to interview. During your search, it is best to ask for references from trusted advisors. This may be from a family or friend that had a great experience with a planner, or perhaps you have attended a wedding for which you enjoyed that was executed by a coordinator. Be sure to schedule all meetings before signing any contracts.

Other tools that may be helpful are Google reviews, or The Knot

I can honestly say the wedding wouldn't have happened without Pearl, and would never have been so perfect. She took very sparse ideas from me, and turned it into a beautiful and unique experience for us and our guests. She took care of all the details, provided me with great weekly to-do lists, clear budgets, everything. I was blown away with what she was able to pull together in just a few weeks.
- Kelly + Timothy Bontemps : Boston, MA

5 Key Indicators That You Have Found The Perfect Wedding Planner

I. Personality - Do you and your wedding planner “Vibe”?

Deciding exactly how to choose a wedding planner is no easy feat. While every couple certainly wants a planner who is experienced and professional, it’s also important to find someone you personally “vibe” with from the very beginning. For example, if you are a fun-loving and vibrant couple, the ideal planner will complement you and possess an abundance of energy with innovative ideas to match your style.

When you think of your planner, do you envision someone who you could occasionally have dinner and drinks with to discuss wedding day politics, text with excitement when you finally say yes to the dress, or trust that when you are unable to think clearly, she will make the right decision for you? Will you rest, assured that they have your best interest at heart?

During the wedding planning process, it is very common for our clients to become our friends and our special relationship to continue long thereafter the wedding. Trust, communication, and transparency is key to developing a long lasting and fruitful partnership.

Questions to ask your wedding planner:

What is your signature style?
How will you determine if we are a good fit?
What is your communication style?
Do you love dogs? (seriously)
What values do you or your company possess that are parallel to mine?

II. Experience: The ideal planner will be highly specialized in planning and executing the style and logistical details your wedding day requires.

Although there is a saying that a picture is worth a thousand words, It is important to look beyond the “pretty” when hiring the right wedding planner for you. Before having any discussions with a consultant, consider what level of experience you will require your planner to have when executing the most important day of your lives.

Delsie has dedicated over a decade of expertise into mastering the art of hospitality and event design and event planning. With dual degrees in Culinary Arts and Hospitality, coupled with executing high profile events for discerning clients in the New England Region, Delsie is uniquely positioned to curate an unforgettable experience and to deliver the best experience possible for your loved ones.

Questions to ask your wedding planner:

Our guest list entails several complicated dynamics. What is your experience with handling these situations?
Do you have experience with planning the caliber of event that my wedding entails? (i.e. high profile weddings, cultural weddings, destination weddings or wedding weekend events)
Are you a certified wedding planner? What formal education do you have in this area of expertise?
How many years have you been in business?
What is the experience of your team?
Do you have experience in planning a wedding in the particular geographical area or a program designed for a destination wedding?
May you provide references or a link to access online reviews?
What do your previous clients have to say about their experience working with you?

III. Location:

Whether you are planning a destination wedding in your hometown hundreds or miles away, an intimate elopement overseas , or perhaps a chic soiree in your current city, the ideal planner should be an expert of the region and should be accessible to travel.

One of the most common myths that couples believe is that is it necessary for a wedding planner to be located in the area or region for which the wedding will be hosted. While it is certainly beneficial, a planner who specializes in the type of wedding that you are envisioning will have systems in place so that he or she may execute your wedding anywhere in the world.

Designed by Delsie’s destination wedding planning program addresses unique challenges that couples face when their vision lives hundreds of miles away. We are experts in multi-destination events and through our ten plus years of strategic networking, we have cultivated solid relationships with the best vendors around the world.
In addition to our comprehensive planning process, Our planning program was designed to solve unique modern day challenges during unprecedented times. Features include a personal planning and travel concierge for guests, and implementation of developing health protocols to ensure that your loved ones are safe.

Questions to ask your wedding planner:

Do you have experience working in the intended region?
What systems have you implemented to ensure that we secure the best wedding vendors for our wedding day?
Do you provide translation services?
Will you assist my guests with obtaining travel visas and with other travel plans?

IV. Cost Benefit- What value will a planner add to your wedding experience?

There is a saying that no two wedding planners were created equal. This is especially true when assessing the level and depth of services that a wedding planner will provide. Before interviewing your planner, it is important to establish what level of support you’ll need. Are you a busy couple who appreciates the finite details, yet the demands of your own schedules leave you with limited time to plan your dream soiree? Or perhaps you have fully articulated your vision, yet desire a planning partner with the knowledge, expertise, and resources, to execute your grandiose vision? What about family dynamics? Are you seeking a partner to help you navigate tricky relationships in a tactful way?

Designed by Delsie’s full service planning services are tailored for the modern day couple who understands that on the most important day of their lives, there is no room for error nor the ordinary. When emotions run high in the midst of the demands of their lives, our couples rest assured that they remain our top priority.

Questions to ask:

Do you work independently or do you have a team?
Are there any aspects of the wedding planning process that you DO NOT manage?
How will you make sure that the best wedding vendors are secured for our wedding day?
Are there any aspects of the wedding planning process that you DO NOT manage or plan?
What elements do you consider when creating a wedding contingency plan for your couples? What elements will you consider for our wedding?
What is your process for making decisions on our wedding day if a plan B is necessary to implement?

V. Trust Your Intuition

Finding the perfect wedding planner is very similar to dating. Consider this: When you met your fiancé, perhaps it was intuition or that “gut-feeling” that made you want to take the leap of faith to say yes. You should absolutely feel the same way about your wedding planner.

An average wedding will take anywhere between nine - eighteen months to plan. It is essential to hire a wedding planner you’ll truly enjoy working and collaborating with and that “gets you”. This is someone you’ll be spending quite a bit of time with leading up to the wedding, so make sure it’s a good fit on both a professional and personal level.

Lastly, the follow-up time of a wedding planner is a prelude to what to expect during your time working together. Be mindful of this to ensure that you are ok with their standards of follow-up.

Pearl became a friend through this process. She brought her style, her design expertise, and her experience with cuisine to our discussions and helped us make important and quick decisions in the middle of a global pandemic. Hiring a wedding planner is an investment you will thank your future self for. Talk with her. Share your vision and let her take care of the rest.
-Kristina Moyet, Bride

When in doubt, stop and trust your intuition. Ask yourself if this is someone you would want holding your hand during one of the biggest days of your life. If you cannot imagine your wedding day without his or her presence, perhaps it is a sign that you have found the right wedding planner for you.

Questions to ask your wedding planner

How often will we meet?
How soon shall I expect to hear from you?
Will you be present on my wedding day?
What values does your company believe in that coincide with mine?

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