Do you offer day-of services?
You are probably looking for my Classic package. I believe to truly do my job well I cannot just show up the day of your wedding and run things. I need to know your preferences and wedding day vision, so if something comes up that day, I make a decision with your best interests in mind. I need to know who your vendors are and make sure everyone is on the same page before we even get to your big day. This is why I call it my wrap up package, because I truly tie up all the loose ends before your wedding so we don’t have any emergencies to deal with.

I read your services page and saw what’s included, but what does it really mean to me?
I know, it’s a lot to take in. This is why I came up with the Anti To-Do List. This list gives you an idea of the burdens I’ll be taking off your shoulders and how much easier things will be. For example, hiring me will free up your lunch hour and that drive home from phone calls searching for the right vendor or making last minute changes. Click here to see the entire list.

My venue/DJ says they can help me and I don’t need a wedding planner. Can I just depend on them?
First, what service are they offering you? If they are offering coordination on your big day, and they have the training to do how do they plan to execute it? Will they be there the entire day, for setup and breakdown? Do they have an assistant to help them while they are performing their main duties? Unfortunately, many say they are offering this or more and it does not end up being the case. When someone offers you planning services, you need to get specific with them to find out exactly what they can and cannot help you with. Also, find out their qualifications and how they perform their services. If they are representing themselves as a wedding planner, they need to be qualified, just like I am. It’s my opinion that you should do one thing and do it well, I prefer to use vendors who do not offer planning services in addition to their main “gig” to handle both. If you’d like my help in determining the answer to this question, feel free to ask me during your initial consultation. That’s what I’m here for!

How do we know you’re the right wedding planner for us?
It is crucial that the wedding planner you choose is someone you like and trust. You’ll be spending a lot of time with them and if you’re not comfortable with them, it could lead to a very bumpy road. My biggest concern is that you get the wedding of your dreams and to do this, you need to have the right people working for you. This is why I do not charge for your initial consultation. It is the time we both use to get to know each other and make sure we both click before moving forward. This is a two-way interview and we both get to ask lots of questions. If I feel that we’re not the perfect match, I will be happy to recommend someone I think you would work well with.

So how much does all this cost?
Each & every wedding is different, which means each package I create is different for each bride. Pricing depends on some key factors:

• Service level and menu items you have selected
• Time remaining until your event
• How many vendors you need help selecting and/or interviewing
• How many vendors total I will be working with for your big day

Bottom line is, until I can get to know a little about what you need help with, I cannot quote a definite price here on the website. So, here’s my best advice:

Take advantage of my free initial consultation and let’s get into details. We'll talk about everything you have accomplished so far, what your concerns are and how best I can help you. At the end of it (it can last from 1-2 hours), we will both know what package best suits you and I can give you a proposal. Plus, you'll get a free little something for your trouble. What gal doesn't like free stuff?

Will you be there on the day of our wedding?
YES. You hired me to be there for you and I will not substitute another planner in my place.

What’s the worst thing you’ve had happen?
I’ve literally been through flood and fire, so I have some crazy stories. My biggest issue I had to resolve was literally flooding. At one of my larger weddings, the ceremony and reception was located on a ranch that was divided by a creek. During the wedding ceremony, it began to pour down rain and the creek began to rise. To prevent everyone from being trapped in the building we were at, it was crucial to move everything (and I mean everything) from where we were to a building located on higher ground at the front of the property. We moved about 200 people, cake, decorations, chairs, tables, DJ, food and of course the bar, all in about 45 minutes. I can only say that we pulled through because we had excellent vendors and my staff was just amazing. Everyone stayed late and partied hard, so all ended well.

Are all the photos on your website from weddings you’ve worked on?
Absolutely! The photographers I work with have been kind enough to share their work with me. You’ll find their names and a link to their website on my contact page.