![]() ![]() Every couple should research the prices and quality of work for multiple vendors in each respective category. I think couples enjoy the process more if they take a brief time to just enjoy their engagement before diving into the new to-do lists." - Leanne Valdes of You Name It Events in Geneva, Illinois "Take a breath! Getting engaged is so exciting, and as you start to share your news, people will ask right away the when’s, where’s, how’s of your day. Q: What is something every couple should do before they start wedding planning? Don't wait until last minute to find your key vendors because you may be stuck with someone whose quality of work may not be the best or fit your standards." - Shannel Aiken of Shannel Aiken Wedding and Events in Northport, Alabama They tend to book out at least a year in advance. If there is a specific venue that you love, or a photographer that you have always wanted to work with, book them early. "Start EARLY! I truly believe the early bird gets the worm. Take that into account when you email or call us and are waiting for a response." - TJ Stark of Blush Events in Hoboken, New Jersey We’re usually in meetings in the evenings and at weddings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Nothing can replicate the feeling of working hard to bring your vision to life and seeing your loved ones celebrating with you and your partner." - Melissa Barrad of I Do.Weddings & Events in San Diego, California ![]() "It is a process! It will take time and attention. Q: What do you wish couples knew about the wedding planning? A good wedding planner will know who has the right price for a specific couple’s budget, and also knows the quality of work for that vendor." - The Confetti of Charleston Team of Confetti Events in Charleston, South Carolina Also, they should listen to their planner’s list of preferred vendors. A lot of couples will go directly to one vendor and accept their offer without looking around for competitive prices. ![]() "One mistake that couples make while wedding planning is not researching prices before buying. I always suggest my clients and potential clients to treat each decision with care and consider all of their options before moving forward." - Leanne Valdes of You Name It Events in Geneva, Illinois "Not making informed decisions-lots of couples make their planning decisions based on assumptions, other people’s advice, or other’s experiences. Make the A List and then a B List of hopefuls before even searching for venues and setting a strict budget." - Laura Ritchie of Events in the City in Washington, DC This is the key to the rest of the planning from budgeting to venue selections to accommodations. "Couples commonly make the mistake of not compiling their guest list first. Q: What is a common mistake couples make while wedding planning? To help recently engaged couples avoid them at all costs, we decided to reach out to the pros-and did they give us the low-down! Find out what these six event planners had to say about a few wedding planning faux-pas: There are many do's and don'ts when it comes to wedding planning. ![]()
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