Event Planner- to be or not to be?

I have been to so many weddings where the bride is super stressed out and worried on her big day that everything goes well and according to plan. Let's be honest- many brides have been planning and picturing their perfect wedding since a little girl. And naturally we want the day to go off perfectly and without any hitches. You know- those you tube video's where the dog eats the cake or the kids run down your isle and trip the bride or groomsmen forget their suits... That's so NOT going to happen!

Well, the truth is- something will always go wrong, and things will never be 110% perfect, that's just the human element of mistakes. Someone will arrive late, a phone might go off in the chapel, the candles might not be lit... just something.

So now, the point of this blog.

You're big day is to be enjoyed- every moment, every step, every friend smiling at the new couple. You're only going to do this once (hopefully!). Stress takes all that away from you, you will spend more time worrying if your cousin baked your cake the way you imaged it. Or if your friend who takes good photo's will actually capture the light beautifully, if everything will be set up the way you want it. An event planner takes all that stress off you. It helps to have 1 person to contact when your not sure where your bridesmaids bouquets are, and leave the stress up to that person to find out and get them to you on time.

Events take a lot of small elements and brings them together in one magical day. Let someone else oversee the deliveries, the hiring, the set up, lighting candles, standing on ladders putting up decor. For the extra price you pay, it really is worth it.

There is also a lot of advice a planner can give you- they know what is available, what is worth keeping and what is just a waste of money.  They keep a close eye on trends and new items in the market. They know what flowers are in season on your day and where to source even the strangest requests. They are experts after all, and by nature very creative.

So if you are considering hiring a planner, just give it a try- set up a meeting, get a quote. You'll be happy you did!