1. Careful wedding planning avoids stress and spending too much.
Saying “I do” and becoming married takes about 15 minutes. Planning a formal wedding takes months and costs a great deal. Weddings are detailed emotionally charged events. In our society no ritual requires as much social awareness and etiquette or is as costly as a wedding. It is surprising that when purchasing a new home or starting a new exercise program, we often turn to an expert or coach for assistance, but when planning a wedding, brides and their moms often go it alone! Our wedding planners will ensure that the time you spend planning your wedding is focused on the right activities at the right time to help avoid undue stress and costly mistakes.
2. Conflicts will occur.
We believe it is critical to understand the bride's and groom's backgrounds, their families, and especially any special circumstances that could lead to misunderstandings or conflict. Even brides who have great relationships with their moms often experience conflict. A good wedding planner accepts the roles of advisor, friend, and confidant. Just by listening our wedding planners can help the bride create innovative solutions to sensitive situations.
3. Timing is everything!
Have you ever been to a boring wedding reception? The culprit is usually the poor timing of activities. In real estate, the golden rule is location, location, location! During a wedding, the golden rule is timing, timing, timing. StarDust planners will advise you on logistics and, during the reception, will keep activities running smoothly.
4. Think of your guests.
Of course the bride and groom are the center of attention! But don’t forget your guests. Little touches, like snacks in the rooms of out-of-town guests or a special tour of the city, ensure that the guests feel special. The best compliment to the bride and groom is a guest who tells them that they felt like the guest of honor.
5. Things will happen beyond your control.
We tell our brides that two or three unforeseen situations will arise during the big day. Contingency planning helps prevent "slip-ups" from turning into disasters. And it's not until the last guest has left that the StarDust consultant turns out the lights and goes home. Details and lists upon lists are the tools of our trade, and our craft is planning and when needed, on-the-spot problem solving.
6. Weddings are Expensive.
The average formal wedding in Dallas/Fort Worth cost about $40,000 for 150 guests. It can be less if you schedule your celebration on a Friday or a Sunday or during the morning. You can also consider not having a meal, just remember to avoid having your reception occur at mealtime and do not serve any alcohol. On the other hand, the best advice is to hire a certified wedding planner. They will help you stay on budget and avoid costly errors, no matter what you spend.
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