Why use a day-of wedding coordinator even when with a venue coordinator? It is essential for all vendors to work together to achieve the couple's dream wedding!! Each vendor plays a part of the day's activities.

While you’ve probably been daydreaming about a bridal gown, finding the right venue is actually the first step to successful wedding planning. Your venue, along with the season and time of day, set the tone for virtually everything. Your venue provides a backdrop for your theme and décor. Your dress style will likely be influenced by it, along with your florals and perhaps even the cake and invitations. Be sure to ask your venue manager for referrals – they love working with wedding pros who are at the property regularly. Since Saturdays are a limited commodity and some dates (like the recent 08/18/18) are extremely popular, you’ll find time of year can impact a venue’s price. Those May and October Saturdays are going to be more popular than January or March. Evening affairs typically cost more than afternoon. If your guest list logistics work, consider a Sunday or Friday wedding for savings. Popular venues and dates book early – it’s not unusual to reserve an October wedding 16-18 months out. But you can plan a great wedding in less than six months and venues often offer discounts on “last-minute” bookings. Your guest list is going to factor into your venue selection. You don’t need a firm count, but you should have a pretty good idea of the number of guests you wish to entertain. And keep your expectations in line with your wallet. Come up with an idea of how much you want to spend on this one piece of the wedding day puzzle and do your research before touring. If budget is your motivating factor, look at venues in two categories – those that offer food and beverage and those that don’t. Often those with in-house food and beverage will discount or waive the room fee. Good examples of these all-inclusive venues are hotel ballrooms and golf/country clubs. Here you will find ambiance, professional staffing, and quality standards. Your tables, chairs, linens, and service ware are part of the package, eliminating the need for rentals. Once you’ve selected your venue, it’s a great time to interview event planners/coordinators. A professional coordinator will successfully execute your vision and head up your team of wedding pros, ensuring a stress-free day.