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Coordination, florals, design @smneevents
10/4/24 Nicole and Brendan
Theres a wedding trend that I’ve been noticing in the wedding planning space:
Wedding coordination has expanded as a “must have” service for your wedding and many new people have popped up offering “day of” coordination.
I hate to break it to you but day of coordination is not a real thing. I was talking to another wedding planner this weekend who told me she tells her clients it’s irresponsible to hire someone solely for the day of and I loved that wording. You should have a solid trusting relationship with someone who also is providing an inclusive and professional experience for you.
Coordination expands further than day of. Your planner and/or coordinator should be involved in the wedding planning process to ensure proper execution of the wedding day way in advance, not just show up the day of and run the show.
This is in no way shape or form criticizing anyone or any company. I’m simply highlighting the difference and what to look for when you are researching wedding coordination.
You should be looking for:
Companies with a professional website, services, and referrals.
Companies who charge over $1500
#weddingcoordinator #weddingplanning #weddingcoordination
Number one, I love them. Their energy, their love! 🫶🏼
@bycaseymorris @deancajoney
And two, this is always the goal! Exactly how you’re supposed to feel. Focused on your love, your loved ones, and enjoying your day.
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This wedding incorporated so many wonderful summer elements for their guests.
Wildflowers
Variety of Greens in their color palette
Parasols
Gelato cart
Iced and hot coffees
Slushie machine
We loved it 💕 #summerwedding #weddingreels #weddingday #weddinginspiration #hudsonvalleyny
Just me over here always doing the most.
Any other business owner relate? 🤣😅
Inclusivity is something that is so important to me and the team over at smne.
I hope this reel also influences you!
Here are some ways that I have been practicing being more inclusive with my language in the wedding industry:
I stopped saying “bridal party” and I use “wedding party”
I stopped saying bride and groom and I use “couple and partners” until my couple identify themselves and then I follow their lead.
I stopped making assumptions right off the bat and in my consult I get to know my couple, their wedding style, and preferences.
I hold a safe space for all in my company and it’s important to us to shift our language!
#pridemonth #safespace #weddinginspiration
Fellow #weddingvendors what have you been doing and shifting? Comment below and let’s build safer spaces.
Thank god @luminaryphotoco loves me. 😅 It’s harder than it looks. But we did get some good footage in the end. Stay tuned for more details on @smneevents
#bloopers #bridalexpo #hudsonvalleyny #2024weddings
Wedding coordination is more than a day of assistance, it’s a luxury service that is designed to support you, keep the wedding organized, problem solve execution, and fill in the gaps of self-planning.
If you’re looking for minimal assistance, you’re looking for a bridal assistant which is a step down from a wedding coordinator or planner.
Follow @smneevents for more professional wedding education and #weddinginspiration for 2024 and 2025 couples.
Creating the wedding of your dreams and right next door are these beauties.
The Hudson Valley has diversity, beauty, views, and versatility!
We 🫶🏼 #hudsonvalleyweddings
Venue pictured here: @thompsonridgeviewfarm
I wanted to help fill the gaps in the wedding planning process for couples.
Go to the link in our bio or website to grab your wedding planning digital guide!
If you’re looking for that one on one and day of support- we offer planning and coordination services. Booking 2024 and 2025!
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