Category: Planner

• Wedding Planner VS. Wedding Coordinator, Which do you need?

  

  Wedding planning can be super stressful if you’re doing it all on your own! One of the biggest things that a bride needs to figure out is what, exactly, is the difference between a Wedding Planner, and a Wedding Coordinator. 

   Here at Precious Moments Events LLC, We want to help you decide which is for you on your big day!  

  

  

  Photographer: Rob Hurth Photography

  Read on for a Breakdown of What Each Different Wedding Planning Pro Does

  Wedding Planner 

  • Schedules & Attends All Vendor Meetings 
  • Helps Determine And Manage Your Budget 
  • Coordinates Hotel & Transportation 
  • Helps & Oversees Everything on The Wedding Day
  • Save you Money On Vendors 

  Wedding Coordinator 

  • Meets with you 2-8 Weeks before the Wedding 
  • Reviews & goes over signed contracts and logistics 
  • Completes a Final Walk-Through with Client
  • Manages & plans the Rehearsal 

  Wedding Planners

  Wedding Planners are all about the extra details in planning your Wedding.  They handle Vendor Referrals and Contract negotiation until the day of your Wedding. They also work closely in making your visions come true, by assisting clients with specific Wedding activities. They also ensure that everything on the big day runs smoothly and goes according to plan. Most full service wedding planners include design services to help couples select color palettes, decor, rentals, lighting, and overall aesthetic that carries through the entire event and reception. 

  Wedding Planner Duties  

  1. Puts in 80 to 250 hours.
  2. Provides vendor referrals and negotiates contracts; schedules and attends all vendor meetings.
  3. Creates detailed timelines and floor plans for the client.
  4. Helps determine and manage your budget (saves you money & manages time)
  5. Attends venue tours and menu tastings with clients.
  6. Coordinates design details.
  7. Communicates with hotels (Room blocks and Transportation)
  8. Manages the rehearsal if one is planned.
  9. Oversees everything on the wedding day (makes sure everyone adheres to the timeline, handles issues, manages ALL vendors, and executes your vision on-site.

  Here’s When you Should Hire A Wedding Planner 

  1. You want the least possible amount of wedding-related stress.
  2. You need some Direction on Colors & Themes 
  3. You have no free time because of a demanding job or career.
  4. You have no idea where to start when it comes to planning, and your organizational skills aren’t the greatest (It’s ok, we’ve got you!)
  5. You have a very short time frame for planning. (A few months/weeks)
  6. You’re throwing a destination wedding and/or a wedding weekend involving multiple events/Venues
  7. You’re not familiar with the Destination/Area
  8. You’re hosting your wedding in an unusual space, or have a vision for a different kind of venue.

  

  Wedding Coordinators

   A Wedding Coordinator is usually on a way smaller timeline than a Wedding Planner. They will confirm vendor contracts for you, and create a simple day-of plan. They will also help you stay organized by double checking guest counts, and making sure payments are in order. They will not be in charge of your budget, or be involved in early planning phases. They usually start their planning process with you a month before your wedding, and make sure that everything you’ve done up to that point is correct, they’ll make little tweaks for you if need be. On the Wedding day, they stand in as the main planner, and execute the setup and takedown of everything at the proposed venue. 

  Wedding Coordinator Duties

  1. Puts in at least 25 hours.
  2. Meets with you four weeks before the wedding to get a handle on what you’ve planned so far for your wedding.
  3. Check in with your vendors to review the signed contracts and confirm their plans and logistics.
  4. Creates detailed timelines for the day of. 
  5. Completes a final walk-through of the ceremony and reception sites.
  6. Addresses any overlooked details last minute
  7. Manages the rehearsal with clients.
  8. Oversees everything on the wedding day. 

  Here’s when you should hire a Wedding Coordinator  

  1. You’re the kind of bride that wants to control every aspect of your wedding yourself, but need some reassurance from a professional to clear up any misunderstandings.
  2. You’re extremely organized and detail-oriented and have done your own wedding planning research.
  3. You don’t have the budget for a full-service wedding planner or just don’t want one.

  Before Making the Final Decision, We feel it’s important you know

  1. Always consider the Cost and the Amount of money you have to spend. 
  2. Book ahead of time. As soon as you know your wedding date! (Don’t wait until the month of if you’re using a coordinator) . 
  3. Consider the Pros & Cons of both! 
  4. Call either professional and ask questions to figure out which one you want. 

  

  

  

  Photographer: Rut Photography

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• How to Change My Last Name After Getting Married?

  

  Brides, Are you excited to get your new last name? Here’s exactly what you need to do.

  

  Are you wondering how to change your name after the big day? Here at Precious Moments Events LLC we know it’s a big decision and we promise it’ll be worth all the time and trouble! Plus, you’ll have a wallet full of your cards flaunting your new name! To save you some time and questions, we’ve put together a list of steps that you’ll need to do!

  How to Change your Last Name in Ten Steps 

  Get Your Marriage License and Certified Copies 

   These documents are the most important part of this process. When you’re applying for your marriage license, ask if you can purchase certified copies in advance. You’ll want to get your certificate and certified copies at the same time in this process. Make sure to put the certificate somewhere safe, but keep the certified copies on hand. You’ll need them when approaching step two! 

  Update Your Social Security Card

  After receiving the proof of your marriage, you’re going to want to let the government know officially which name you want to go by. You can either apply online or in person. Make sure to fill out a social security application and bring it to the nearest office. You’ll need to bring these documents with you, or show proof of them online. 

  • Proof of identity (drivers license, passport, Military license)
  • Your current social security card 
  • Proof of citizenship (Passport, or Birth Certificate) 
  • Proof of name change (Marriage License/Certificate) 

  Update your Drivers License

  In order to update your license, you must do this part in person. This is considered a license renewal, so you’ll have to pay a small fee and get your photograph taken. We recommend that in advance, you fill out the DMV’S Drivers License renewal form online and bring it with you for a faster process. Here’s what you’ll need to bring. 

  -Proof of Address

  -Certified copy of Marriage License 

  New Passport & Travel Documents 

  All passport changes must be applied for by mail. Once you’ve filled it out the new application, send the following to the National Passport Processing Center:

  • Completed form 
  • A certified copy of your marriage license.
  • Your current passport.
  • A check for the passport fee, made payable to “U.S. Department of State.” 
  • A recent color photograph that meets requirement

  Update your Voter Registration Information

  Change the name on your bank accounts/Credit Cards 

  As soon as your identification has been updated, head to your local bank with these documents to update your accounts and credit cards with your new name. 

  • Social security card
  • Marriage License
  • Drivers License 

  Update Your Insurance Information

  Luckily, you won’t need to call your doctor or dentist, you can just bring your updated insurance card and driver’s license to your future appointments. However, Whether you’re combining insurance policies or are simply updating the information on your own policy, this is a major change you need to make as soon as possible to ensure you’re covered in the event of a claim. You will need a copy of your marriage license.

  Provide your New Name and Banking Information to your Employer

  For the purpose of checks or ID, make sure you contact your employer so that they can address them to your right last name. 

  Update Payment info on mortgage and utility statements

  Make sure you update the payment information on all of your new cards as well as give them new information about your name and bank routing number. 

  Review your credit/debit cards for Autopayments

  

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  Photographer: Rut Photography

  

  

  Photographer: Imagery By Mikaylaj

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