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Why should I hire a wedding planner?

Why should I hire a wedding planner?

by Stephanie Milosh | Jan 4, 2021 | Guest Experience, Hiring Vendors, Logistics and Finances

Brittany & Keahi’s Playful Spring Wedding – Photo Credit: Amelya Jayne Photography Wedding planning can drive pretty much anyone crazy It’s likely the biggest project you’ve ever worked on, there are a million moving parts, and everyone you...
Wedding Coordinators – What We Do, and Why You Need One

Wedding Coordinators – What We Do, and Why You Need One

by Stephanie Milosh | Nov 9, 2020 | Guest Experience, Hiring Vendors, Logistics and Finances

Tea in Wonderland Styled Shoot – Photo Credit: Ariel Kaitlin Photography Wedding coordination. Day-of coordination. Month-of coordination. Wedding management. On paper, these look like they would describe different services, but they’re really all...
Keep the Party Going! How to Win Social Distancing

Keep the Party Going! How to Win Social Distancing

by Stephanie Milosh | Oct 27, 2020 | Logistics and Finances, Guest Experience

Zack & Tina’s Colorful COVID Elopement – Photo Credit: Windsor Grey Photography Whether you’re getting ready for your own wedding or thinking about the save the date that’s been hanging on the fridge for months, you might be wondering what...
What’s the difference between venue and wedding coordinators?

What’s the difference between venue and wedding coordinators?

by Stephanie Milosh | Oct 27, 2020 | Hiring Vendors, Logistics and Finances

Brittany & Keahi’s Playful Spring Wedding – Photo Credit: Amelya Jayne Photography When I started my business as a wedding planner and coordinator, I heard that some venues have on-site coordinators. At first, I was disappointed to think that meant I...
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The photos at your wedding do more than capture yo The photos at your wedding do more than capture your day - they can help set the tone and create an experience.
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At this romance-inspired wedding, nighttime photos became an intimate moment for the couple to step away from the noise and excitement to revel in their love.
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We've spent more time networking with vendors and We've spent more time networking with vendors and enjoying word of mouth referrals lately, but we're always excited to set up a Vendor table at open houses and expos. It's a blast to meet new couples in person and find something to connect about. 
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Either way, I love that the right people are finding us. Like today's lead, who's planning an October nightmare before Christmas inspired wedding at a venue I love. Bring on the fun and quirky!
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Do you prefer when a wedding party wears the same Do you prefer when a wedding party wears the same outfit, or when they include multiple wedding colors?
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We love when couples have their wedding party attire enhance the overall style of the day, and it's a great place to show off those beautiful colors you spent time deciding on for your wedding theme.
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When everyone was finished eating, Allison & Ryan When everyone was finished eating, Allison & Ryan met on the dancefloor for their first dance to "Tonight" by JJ Heller, which was performed by a dear friend of the couple. Parent dances followed, with Allison and her dad dancing to "Cinderella" by Steven Curtis Chapman, and Ryan dancing with his mom to "No Matter What" by Calem Scott. 

The reception ended with sparklers, and Allison & Ryan headed off for a good night's sleep before leaving for their Hawaiian honeymoon the following day.

Have you decided what special songs will set the soundtrack for your wedding celebration?

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Unpopuar opinion: the groom is just as important a Unpopuar opinion: the groom is just as important as the bride!
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A wedding is about two people, and we want to make sure both partners feel totally taken care of. Not only does Matt handle most of the physical setup - on wedding day, he's gonna make sure the groom has everything he needs.
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At the end of your wedding day, you're going to be At the end of your wedding day, you're going to be tired. Like, barely able to stand on your feet, tired. And probably a bit drunk, too. So if you're not staying at your venue once the party is over, make sure you have a great transportation plan in place. This might be having a sober friend drive you to your hotel, a pre-scheduled Uber to get you where you need to go, or cool transportation that enhances your experience!

For Meredith & Nick, they were staying in a hotel down the street from their Downtown Raleigh hotel, so after their sparkler exit, they hopped on the Raleigh Rickshaw for a ride through their favorite city before they ended their wedding night.
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"Stephanie is the best!!! Her responsiveness and attention to detail made it so that we had every detail of wedding planning covered. We wanted to be involved in the planning so she gave us space to do our own thing and then was there to make sure all of the pieces came together! By the day of, we didn't have to lift a finger and she brought our vision to life perfectly." - Alyssa & Zach, Coordination 2021

Stephanie worked hard to make sure all of our vendors were up to date with any changes, that our guests would feel safe and comfortable, and that even though it was different than originally planned it still remained the day of my dreams. It was so nice to know that she was on my team. The day of the wedding all I had to do was sit back and enjoy the day because I knew everything was being handled by Stephanie and her awesome team. - Jasmine & Greg, Partial Service

Stephanie worked hard to make sure all of our vendors were up to date with any changes, that our guests would feel safe and comfortable, and that even though it was different than originally planned it still remained the day of my dreams. It was so nice to know that she was on my team. The day of the wedding all I had to do was sit back and enjoy the day because I knew everything was being handled by Stephanie and her awesome team. - Jasmine & Greg, Partial Service
I've had a lot of guests come back to me and comment on how impressed they were with the wedding and how much fun they had! And thank you again for everything that you and your husband did for us!” - Karla Krutch, Full Service

"I would definitely recommend Stephanie! She made it so I didn't have to be asked any questions the day of our wedding which is exactly what I wanted!!!!" - Kelsey, Coordination

“I can't even begin to tell you how great of a job you are doing! I know this wedding will be HUGE and a long travel and just A LOT but you are coming up with such good ideas and staying calm through all of it. Seriously, you are doing SO SO SO wonderful and I could not be a non-bridezilla without you!” - Dakota Dukes, Full Service

"Stephanie was an absolute blessing for our wedding! She was always available when needed, made sure everything was in order and was so kind! Everything went so smoothly on our wedding day and we have Stephanie to thank for that." - Rachael & Michael, Coordination

“Stephanie was awesome! She was our full service planner and went above and beyond, from vendor recommendations, logistics and overall support! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and beautiful. The day was scheduled impeccably and our family and friends are still raving about the whole day! I miss the whole process already, thanks Stephanie!! " - Brittany & Keahi, Full Service

Stephanie was our rock during the entire planning and day of process. She knew exactly when to encourage us to just breathe and not stress about every single little detail. The best thing about working with Stephanie was that it felt like she was not just another vendor, but a friend in our personal circle. She really made sure everything came together so our day could be everything we dreamed. Thank you, Stephanie!!!” - Roscoe & Steph, Full Service

“Stephanie’s theme design workshop was perfect for creating a cohesive vision and making our ideas a beautiful reality! Through the theme design workshop, both of our voices and ideas were heard and recognized.  Stephanie was able to blend both of our individual preferences into perfect harmony...definitely recommend this service!!” - Sarah & Ernst, Wedding Design Workshop & Coordination

“Stephaine was AMAZING to work with. She made sure our wedding day went off without a hitch and really helped make it the best day EVER! She was always willing to answer any question I could think of and gave some amazing advice. I had a lot of anxiety about my wedding day but she helped so much that I didn’t have to stress about anything and knew it would be perfect ! Stephaine and her team would be a great addition to any wedding team !” - Katy & Robby, Coordination

“I want you to know that every time I started feeling anxious, that it always went away the minute I saw you.  I know I probably wasn't the most "chatty" (let's say?) of brides and I wasn't always sure of some things, but you did a perfect job organizing the day and making the timeline so seamless.  Because of you, everyone had so much FUN!” - Amy & Chris, Coordination

“She was on top of everything. She was able to help with all the vendors, the venue, and the decorating. She helped calm down the bride on the wedding day. She gave us food when we were getting pictures done. She helped give us ideas when we asked for decoration ideas. She was so flexible on meetings and extremely nice. When we had a problem, she responded quickly (Sometimes within 10 minutes). Overall she was the most pleasant person to work with. 10/10 for sure!” - Hillary & Andrew, Coordination

“Stephanie was amazing! We highly recommend using her for your big day plans. She truly was thorough in the planning and coordination. We met up multiple times or even did a chat here and there. It help minimize a lot of extra unnecessary stress. On the day of she was on time (early) with her assistant and I didn’t even have to lift a finger (which was huge)! Even after the big day she kept a good communication on what’s next to come and to expect. We highly recommend beauty and budget events for coordinating your big day!” - Shefa & Louis, Coordination

“Stephanie was excellent to work with. From the first meeting until after the ceremony she was prompt, professional, and strove to understand exactly how *we* wanted our wedding to be so that she could ensure that all the details were just so. This was made more difficult by our wedding being mostly DIY, but she put in the work to ensure that everything was setup and coordinated perfectly.” - Brad & Emily, Coordination

“Absolutely amazing! I cannot imagine planning my wedding without Stephanie. She kept me on track, everything was so organized, she thought of all the little details, and made my day run so smoothly. Nothing but great things to say!” - Brittany & Ryan, Coordination 

“10/10 Would Recommend Working with Stephanie! Stephanie was the perfect person to help plan our wedding! We did the partial planner package with her, and I couldn't imagine a better counterpart (other than my husband, of course!) in planning our wedding! She was perfect in affirming our decisions, providing guidance when we weren't sure which direction to go, and assuring confidence in all of the details!” - Madison & Zach, Partial Service

“We found Stephanie on Wedding Wire in January of 2019 and hired her as our Day of Coordinator. "Day of" is just a speck of what Stephanie actually does for couples - she is the backbone of the entire communications with vendors and logistics of the ceremony/reception. She is amazing at problem solving and eases any nerves you may have. Stephanie has a knack for answering the questions you never even thought to ask. We could have never asked for a better planner - she is professional, extremely organized, and makes your dream wedding day come true.” - Kellie & Dan, Coordination

“Stephanie was a God send to us, from the moment we met her at the wedding show. She has a fun personality, and truly tailored our planning process to not just me, but my now husband as well. I am more of the planner and visionary, and my now husband is more laid back, and she worked great with both of us. The monthly, (then weekly- as we got closer to our date), skype calls were amazing, I always felt like we were all on the same page. She is extremely organized, and works with the best vendors. She picked our wedding photographer, and we fell in love with her too! My favorite part was feeling like we were gaining friends by working with Stephanie and Matt- they are just that personable! It was certainly a bit weird not talking to her weekly, or seeing her name pop up in our emails. If you are planning a wedding, STOP immediately until you call Stephanie!!” - India & Colin, Full Service

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