{"id":60179,"date":"2020-04-27T09:10:49","date_gmt":"2020-04-27T09:10:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-preparation\/reasons-for-hiring-wedding-planner\/"},"modified":"2023-07-04T10:23:26","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T10:23:26","slug":"reasons-for-hiring-wedding-planner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-preparation\/reasons-for-hiring-wedding-planner\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Reasons For Hiring A Wedding Planner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16550 size-full\" title=\"8 Reasons For Hiring A Wedding Planner\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/reasons-for-hiring-a-wedding-planner-1606991318.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful Wedding Planner Woman Sitting On The Sofa And Fills Her Planner\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking about eloping because the planning is so stressful? Maybe you&rsquo;re <\/span><b>feeling anxious about your big day and how to keep things on schedule.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have definitely been in your shoes! I remember planning my wedding for 250 people-mostly on my husband&rsquo;s side.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I was living in a different state than where my wedding was to take place. When my husband said he wanted to deliver each invitation personally, I about lost it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&rsquo;m going to tell you the one thing I wish I had done. What is that?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The one thing I would have done differently is hiring a wedding planner or at least a Day-Of-Coordinator!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My wedding began 2 hours late, my new husband disappeared right after the ceremony when it was time to sign and then take pictures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If I&rsquo;d had a wedding planner or coordinator, this could all have been avoided!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aslo watch:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/h_ipOaE3Us4\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you are not certain <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what a wedding planner does and why hire a wedding planner,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> here are 8 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefits of having a wedding planner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-A-wedding-planner-can-save-you-money\"><\/span>1. A wedding planner can save you money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most obvious <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planner benefits is that <\/span><b>they<\/b><b> can get special discounts from <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-preparation\/wedding-venue-tips\/\"><b>different venues<\/b><\/a><b> and vendors.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With all of the discounts they can get you, they basically pay for themselves, so can you think of a reason why you WOULDN&rsquo;T want to hire one?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-They-know-about-all-the-styles\"><\/span>2. They know about all the styles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16551 size-full\" title=\"They know about all the styles\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/they-know-about-all-the-styles-1606991318.jpg\" alt=\"Preparation To The Wedding Banquet\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do they know about styles for this current season, but most of the time, they are up-to-date on fashions and styles that are coming up! Want an elegant, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-preparation\/wedding-planning-apps\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest- worthy wedding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? They can help!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-They-know-everyone-in-the-business\"><\/span>3. They know everyone in the business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there is a vendor whose style you like and they are not available, your planner knows other vendors with similar styles. They have so many connections, they can usually quickly find someone!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-A-planner-can-make-your-wedding-look-cohesive\"><\/span>4. A planner can make your wedding look cohesive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A planner can make sure that you don&rsquo;t have 5 different themes or styles going on at once!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By communicating thoroughly with each vendor, they will make sure that everything has the same style and looks beautiful!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Planner%E2%80%99s-job-is-to-make-sure-everything-runs-on-schedule\"><\/span>5. Planner&rsquo;s job is to make sure everything runs on schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will make sure that everything is ready to go and runs on time. Your wedding won&rsquo;t start 2 hours late! They will help you take care of any little hiccups on your big day!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended<\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/marriage-courses\/pre-marriage-course\">Pre Marriage Course Online<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Planners-have-a-special-eye-for-details\"><\/span>6. Planners have a special eye for details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of the planners I have known had a special knack for detail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>They are amazingly detail-oriented. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are able to take care of all the big things, but also make sure that every detail is organized and ready so that there are no problems on your big day!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can transform your day from beautiful to magical!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Great-communicators-with-a-keen-eye-for-detail\"><\/span>7. Great communicators with a keen eye for detail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your wedding planner is your go-between every time. They coordinate with the DJ and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your photographer to make sure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> everyone is on the same page and your photographer is prepared and able to get in all of the shots you want!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-You-will-enjoy-the-process-so-much-more\"><\/span>8. You will enjoy the process so much more<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine being able to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/keep-your-focus-on-the-marriage-and-not-just-the-wedding\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">focus on your relationships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, being able to enjoy those days leading up to the wedding instead of spending those last minutes making DIY centerpieces. You&rsquo;re able to really enjoy being with your loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you&rsquo;ve read about some of the things planners do, can you ask yourself for a reason&rsquo; why <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should I hire a planner&rsquo;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They do so much to take away as must stress from you as possible and make your day a memorable one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>If you hire a great planner, you&rsquo;ll be able to <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-preparation\/tips-for-stress-free-wedding\/\"><b>leave your stress and anxiety behind<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and focus on not just your big day<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but the next step of life with your best friend-marriage!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-choose-a-wedding-planner\"><\/span>How to choose a wedding planner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16552 size-full\" title=\"How to choose a wedding planner\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-to-choose-a-wedding-planner-1606991319.jpg\" alt=\"Young Woman Who Is Getting Married On Chalkboard\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you&rsquo;ve decided to hire a planner, what <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/what-to-really-ask-your-potential-wedding-planner_b_9524394\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">questions you should be asking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find the right planner for you?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. If they don&rsquo;t have their work posted online, ask to see some of their work.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This will speak volumes about their abilities. If you see their work and like it, this is definitely a plus!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Find a planner you connect with.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enthusiasm spreads like fire and you want someone who can share in your excitement and will be on board with your ideas, but also will add to them!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Find someone who loves what they do.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know this probably sounds obvious, but this is so important<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you talk to someone, you can usually tell if they love what they are doing or not. Don&rsquo;t hire someone who isn&rsquo;t excited about what they do!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Ask for reviews or references.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that other brides and vendors have loved working with them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out so much about a person from the reviews that have been left. If that&rsquo;s not enough, ask for a reference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many times, planners and vendors have past clients who can tell you what they were like on the wedding day and the time leading up to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where-can-you-find-a-great-planner\"><\/span>Where can you find a great planner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>1.If you haven&rsquo;t found a planner you jive with, ask your venue or photographer if they have a list of&nbsp;preferred vendors.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many times planners, venues, and photographers have an actual list of vendors they have worked with and recommend. They can tell you what vendors you will love and who will go above and beyond for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. If you haven&rsquo;t visited a wedding expo, you should!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tired of calling and sending messages? Get straight to the chase and meet some awesome planners and vendors at an expo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you have to travel to a nearby city to find one, it&rsquo;s usually worth it. You can usually find planners here and even get special discounts on packages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Check social media.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My last tip for finding a great planner is to just check on social media. If they have been planning for a while, you should be able to find them online, whether it&rsquo;s through a website, Facebook, Instagram, or another site.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&rsquo;ve read about why you should hire a wedding planner, where you can find one, and what questions you should be asking. Go out there and enjoy getting married and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/10-important-marriage-tips-for-newlyweds\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">starting your new life<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your partner stress-free!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about eloping because the planning is so stressful? Maybe you&rsquo;re feeling anxious about your big day and how to keep things on schedule. I have definitely been in your shoes! I remember planning my wedding for 250 people-mostly on my husband&rsquo;s side.&nbsp; I was living in a different state than where my wedding was to take place. When my husband said he wanted to deliver each invitation personally, I about lost it! I&rsquo;m going to tell you the one thing I wish I had done. What is that? 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