10/08/2021
Why we do it? ✨
Every supplier has their own reasons for submerging themselves in to the chaotic rollercoaster that is the wedding industry.
For some it’s because they loved planning their own wedding so much they didn’t want to put down the scrapbook, some have such an eye for detail and design they were born to be in this crazy beautiful industry, some even fell in to it and never wanted to leave.
For myself, when I was very little I wanted to be a “Hartist” - I hadn’t quite nailed the pronounciation of Artist just yet.
As I got a tad bigger I would draw countless wedding dresses, wrap a towel around myself and pretend it was a glamourous gown. I loved all things weddings, despite only being a guest at one.
I remember sitting in a local Italian restaurant with my parents when I was about 11 , I had my sketch pad and I sat and drew floor plans for a shop. It had flowers in one corner, hair & make up in another, dresses, shoes, decorations, everything you need for a wedding. I called it J.E.Ms Weddings (my initials), and I remember thinking I’m going to have a business where I can plan everything for brides and their wedding day!
That little 11 year old dream is now a reality, although I don’t have a shop filled to the brim, I do have a wonderful list of suppliers I get to work with to make all these special days.
Sometimes it’s tough being in the wedding industry, (especially the last year!) juggling my little family and the ongoing admin that is a crucial part of being a planner, however when I get to have weekends like I have just had; 4 weddings in 5 days and seeing everything come together, I can’t help but feel so proud of how far I’ve come.
So that’s why I do it: to make my little boys know whatever they dream of being when they are 11 eating their calzone, they really can be 💖
📸 Jennifer Amy Photography
