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Create a free account1. Think about the sort of wedding planning you want. Do you want to hand everything over to someone else, or do you just need help with certain aspects, such as styling or coordination? Decide in advance what you expect from your wedding planner and then look specifically for someone who can meet those expectations.
2. Take a look at your wedding planner’s portfolio. Check out their website and photos of previous weddings beforehand. These will give you a good idea of the planner’s style. If that style matches what you have in mind, you’re on the right track.
3. Think about your budget. Decide how much you want to spend on a wedding planner. Outsourcing your wedding also helps you to accurately estimate all the costs together in advance. Experienced wedding planners have a wealth of knowledge and an extensive network of contacts, enabling them to offer excellent value for money.
4. Arrange one or more introductory meetings. Schedule a meeting before you make your decision. This will allow you to clearly articulate your expectations, make concrete arrangements and immediately sense whether there’s a good connection. A successful collaboration requires a good rapport and clear communication.
5. Make your decision. Is your favourite wedding planner available on your date and do you feel that connection? If so, don’t hesitate to book your wedding planner, so you can start planning with peace of mind. Good luck!
Not every wedding planner offers the same services. Here are the most common types, so you can choose the one that suits you best:
A wedding planner helps you organise your wedding, from budgeting and co-ordinating to styling or organising your celebration from start to finish. Among other things, your planner liaises with your venue and arranges your catering, stationery, decorations, flowers and invitations within your set budget. If you agree to this, your wedding planner will also be present on your wedding day and will ensure everything runs smoothly, so that you can enjoy the day without a care in the world.
A wedding planner will first want to get to know you personally to understand your story and style as a couple. Your planner will then draw up a bespoke quote and suggest suppliers that suit your celebration. If you’re on the same wavelength, you’ll enter into a partnership and the wedding planner will get to work for you.
The cost of a Belgian wedding planner depends on their experience, the venue and the scale of your celebration. Some planners work with fixed packages or set rates, whilst others charge a percentage of your total wedding budget (often around 10 to 15 per cent). A wedding planner also helps you stay within budget and, thanks to their network, ensures excellent value for money. Ask for a clear quote in advance.
A wedding planner saves you a great deal of time, energy and stress. Your planner takes care of the entire organisation for you, from the initial plan right through to the final details on your wedding day. Thanks to their experience and extensive network, they find the right suppliers, negotiate competitive contracts and often secure better prices than you would be able to get yourself. They keep an eye on your budget, maintain an overview of all appointments and timings, follow up with suppliers and think of the details that you might easily overlook. On the day itself, they ensure everything goes according to plan and discreetly resolve any unexpected hiccups, so that you and your guests don’t notice a thing. The biggest advantage? You can enjoy your wedding completely stress-free, and have greater peace of mind both before and during your big day.
It’s best to engage your wedding planner as early as possible, ideally 12 to 18 months before your wedding date. This gives your planner plenty of time to listen to your wishes, plan everything and find the best suppliers within your budget.
Services vary depending on the wedding planner and the package. Common services include budgeting, planning and coordination, supplier management, styling and decoration, logistics and even honeymoon planning.
Communicate your vision clearly right from the start. Create a mood board or collect images of elements you’d like to see at your wedding, and show them to your wedding planner. This will give your wedding planner a clear picture of your style and taste. Making clear agreements from the outset prevents misunderstandings later on.
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