FAQs
Because we know you’re wondering…
Pricing & Packages
What is the average wedding budget you work with?
Our brides mostly work with $25,000-35,000. It depends on venue, guest list, and style preferences!
Are there any extra fees?
The only extra costs that could pop up are costs we incur on your behalf (ex: ordering your invitations and buying stamps and invoicing you for the cost) or running errands for you (ex: picking up and/or dropping off linens at the rental company). Our packages are a certain price plus a fee depending on your date and mileage! The quote you receive will include all of these fees and if you ever have any questions, just let us know!
Can I make a custom package?
Yes! Visit our A La Carte planning page and you can pick and choose your own parts of the package. However, it will be easier and cheaper to go with one of our packages!
Do you travel? What if I want to do a destination wedding?
Absolutely! Just contact us and we can talk specifics. You get the exact same packages, plus an extra fee, for travel or destination.
How do I determine which package I need?
Contact us to set up a consultation! We can chat on the phone to talk it through with you to make the perfect package to fit into your budget and your wedding.
When will I receive my contract?
If you want to set up a consultation, you can Contact us and we can send you a quote and contracts for the packages you’re interested in. Or if you have no idea what type of package you need, I can send you contracts after we chat!
What is your payment process?
I require a retainer upon signing the contract, then your final balance is due 90 days and/or 30 days before your rehearsal date. If you would also like to set up a payment plan, I would love to set it up for you! I typically accept payments via Venmo, PayPal, or checks.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
If you cancel, your retainer is non-refundable. The rest of your payment will be refunded based on how far from the big day you cancel our services.
Can you get me discounts?
The vendors I work with and recommend are the most fairly priced vendors in the area. I will always recommend the more budget-friendly vendors because I know expenses add up fast. I can also offer a coupon code for Minted.com for Save-the-Dates, Invitations and other printed items.
Just in case…
What’s the rain plan?
Ah, the biggest worry a bride can have. Well, it depends on the venue. That’s something we can discuss as time grows closer and we can see the forecast.
What day-of disasters could you foresee and how will you deal with these?
Biggest “disasters” that have happened at my weddings to date: someone forgot something (which you can send someone to run and get, or we can work without it) or we ran low on alcohol (which means people can switch to different drinks or someone can run and get some more alcohol). If anything else popped up, it would be my issue to handle, and you wouldn’t have to worry about it!
What if something happens to you? Will I not have a planner the day of my wedding?
We have expanded! I now have a team of coordinators and my first move will be to call one of them! One of them should be available if something happens to me. Otherwise, I have multiple wedding planner friends I can contact. BUT I tend to be very healthy (knock on wood).
How would you handle a situation where things got “out of control”
Never have I ever had this happen. But, most of the time, venues have a security officer on site or on speed dial that we can call. But, we are also not afraid to step up and take control of any situation that may arise.
Do you have business insurance?
Yes! We have liability insurance so if your venue requires the vendors to have insurance, we can send that over to them as the coordinator. Most of the time, venues require this in order to make sure your coordinator is legit and not just a friend or family member.
Background & Experience
How did you get into wedding planning?
I have always been a planner. I used to make up fake parties to make a schedule and invitations for as a kid. As I got older, I would plan vacations and proms and parties for my friends. When I came to college, I decided I wanted to try to make a career out of this eventually. I started researching how to plan events, and I figured weddings would be an easy place to start.
The more I looked into it, I realized I could make a career in the wedding industry. I looked around, and eventually found an amazing planner and quickly became her assistant coordinator. I coordinated weddings for her clients for two years. Then, I decided I wanted to go ahead and get more experience planning. So, I found my own clients and helped plan their weddings from Day 1. Then I started I Do… to continue to grow my experience and my business all while doing what I love most.
Is this your full-time job? If not, what else do you do?
YES! I have also helped small businesses with consulting and accounting prep. But the majority of my time is spent around weddings!
What type of experience do you have?
I have worked in the wedding industry since April 2017. I have worked as a venue coordinator for multiple venues. I started I Do… Weddings June 2019, and went full time July 2021! For pictures from any of my weddings, just ask! I’m happy to share!
What types of weddings do you do?
I have done sizes ranging from 25 people to 260 people, and budgets ranging from $15,000 to $100,000. I’ve worked at venues that are all-inclusive, and I’ve worked weddings out of people’s homes where everything is outsourced. I will never say, I’ve seen it all, but I’ve seen quite a few. So, if you’d like to give me a new experience, I'm open to it, otherwise, I’ve probably seen it before.
How many weddings would you have on my wedding weekend?
The most obvious answer would be ONE, so you’re expecting me to say that, aren’t you? Well, not necessarily. I’ll say it depends. It depends what day the wedding is on, then it depends on if there’s a rehearsal, then it depends on if it’s a holiday weekend. So I can tell you for sure if I know your date.
Do you have references?
Do I ever! Just ask, I’ll send over some info.
Using a Coordinator
Why hire a coordinator?
I could go on and on. Every wedding professional - caterers, DJs & bands, venues, photographers, etc - LOVE working with coordinators. It makes their job that much easier. Being a coordinator involves a lot of moving pieces so when you don’t have a coordinator, you have to put that responsibility on a family member or another vendor. That makes it much harder for them to enjoy their day or do their job. So, when you have the option to use a coordinator, you should JUMP at the opportunity.
My venue already comes with a coordinator, so why should we hire another one?
The coordinator that works at your venue is a general coordinator that works for the VENUE. If you hire I Do… we work for YOU. We are focused on you and the little details, where a venue coordinator is probably focused more on up-keeping the venue itself (which relates to our previous question. I’ve also done this job so that’s how I know).
How involved in the planning process will you be?
For the coordinating package, we can have an initial consultation, I will make your timeline, then we will be there your entire wedding weekend. For any extra involvement, you can add on a la carte options or you can upgrade your package. I can be involved as much or as little as you need me to be!
Do you have a list of required vendors?
Absolutely not! I welcome the opportunity to work with any and all vendors. I definitely have a list of my favorites that I can recommend, but your vendors are up to you.
How will you dress on my wedding weekend?
If you have a preference, let me know, otherwise, I will just wear a sundress or sweater/pants and flats or sandals.
Will you eat and drink at my wedding?
Yes, you will need to include us in your guest count when you order catering, or you will need to provide another dinner option. Don’t worry about lunch, but dinner will need to be provided. We also only drink water/tea/lemonade, so we will not be attending the bar.
Using a Planner
Why hire a planner?
Similar to why you should hire a coordinator, plus you get a professional’s touch on every aspect of your wedding to make sure everyone is on the same page to ensure a smooth process before, during and after you say “I Do…”
My venue already comes with a coordinator, so why should we hire a planner?
The coordinator that works at your venue is a general coordinator that works for the VENUE. If you hire I Do… we work for YOU. We are focused on you and the little details, where a venue coordinator is probably focused more on up-keeping the venue itself (I’ve done this job which is why I know). They also are not going to play a role in anything other than your wedding weekend, so you will need a planner to do all the extra things you’ll need.
How involved in the planning process will you be?
For the planning package, I can be involved as much or as little as you want me to be. The packages are designed for brides who want to reap the benefits of everything included. We do have the semi and the full planning packages to give you some option, but if you only want a planner for specific parts of your planning process, you can make a custom package. For any extra involvement, you can add on a la carte options or you can upgrade your package.
Do you have a list of required vendors?
Absolutely not! I welcome the opportunity to work with any and all vendors. I definitely have a list of my favorites that I can recommend, but your vendors are up to you.
How will you dress on my wedding weekend?
If you have a preference, let me know, otherwise, I will just wear a sundress and flats or sandals.
Will you eat and drink at my wedding?
Yes, you will need to include us in your guest count when you order catering, or you will need to provide another dinner option. Don’t worry about lunch, but dinner will need to be provided. We also only drink water/tea/lemonade, so we will not be attending the bar.
How will you help me stay within budget?
Being an accountant, I LOVE spreadsheets. So, I will make you a detailed, beautiful spreadsheet (or at least I think so) that will break down how much you’re spending, how much you’re estimated to spend and what you have left to keep you in budget and on track.
Will you update my budget as I book vendors?
Definitely! I plan to update your numbers as many time as you want to change them!
Will you collect my payments and pay my vendors?
Again, it depends. Most of the time, I am involved through everything until the payment. SO I can get you a link, address to mail a check to, etc. so that all you have to do is pay the retainer to book and we’ll update everything else! If someone needs to be paid the wedding weekend, we are happy to hand out an envelope!
Can you look over my invoices?
Definitely, I’ll review those before you or I pay them to make sure there isn’t any unnecessary fees. I’m all about saving you some money where possible!
Do you plan events for before or after the wedding?
Absolutely! Go over to our “a la carte planning” page to see our list, and if you want something, that’s not on there, let’s do something different!
What about honeymoon planning?
I have a BOMB travel agency who will hook you up and plan an amazing trip for you and your honey!
What about dress shopping?
I would LOVE to go dress shopping with you. I know most of the time that is time for family or friends. But, if you would like me there, let’s set it up!