1. Why should I hire Everything Bridal and Events wedding consultant/coordinator?
There are just so many details that goes into planning a wedding, many couples don’t know where to begin or stay on track. The easy part couples encounter are the basics such as choosing colors, themes, and locations, but have little to no knowledge on how extensive the planning may be. Weddings are costly and most vendors would offer brides and grooms the highest rates possible. Everything Bridal and Events has connections with vendors and venues that are open to negotiating lower rates of their services rendered. More vendors and venues are quick to work with Everything Bridal and Events before dealing directly with the bride and groom themselves. We are dedicated to making every wedding and event affordable for all budgets. We offer top quality service paying attention to the finest of details. Everything Bridal and Events takes pride in working with brides and grooms in every part of the planning process hassle free.
2. What type of weddings do Everything Bridal and Events consult and coordinate?
Considering this is a Christian Based Business, we do not participate in any civil unions or same sex ceremonies. We do cater to all Christian Weddings. We also specialize in double, destination, and eco friendly weddings of all sizes.
3. What kind of services do Everything Bridal and Events offer?
Consultation, Partial Planning, Full Service, and Day of Coordination.
4. What is the pay rate for Everything Bridal and Events consultants/coordinators?
Great Question. First I must mention, we do not get paid any commissions from our vendors. Therefore, we do not double dip if you understand what I mean. The only aid we get from our vendors is relationship to best suit the bride and groom’s budget. However, there are four ways Everything Bridal and Events earn our income.
1. A percentage of total wedding budget. Depending on size and scope of wedding, typically the percent is 15-20. If the wedding budget is $10,000, 15% would be $1,500.
2. Calculated Hours. The going rate for calculated hours depending on your state ranges from $60-100 per hour. Everything Bridal and Events are the lowest in the tri-state are of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. Our hourly rate is $25.
3. Flat Fee. Depending on the type of wedding, a flat fee is usually discussed before contract signing. Pay schedules are also discussed that is best suited for all parties involved.
4. Day of Coordination Fee. It is important for day of coordination to guarantee success for any event especially your wedding. Usually your Everything Bridal and Events Consultant will also be the Day of Coordinator since all the planning is in their hands. We understand all the details for making your day absolutely perfect and will oversee it to be successful. We beat our competition by offering a negotiated fee.
5. Is there a retainers fee?
Yes. We offer only three free consultations during the discovery process. In this process, we will establish availability, services, finances, and of course introductions. Once Everything Bridal and Events along with bride and groom are agreed upon, a retainer’s fee of $150 is due immediately of signing contract.
6. Are there any other events Everything Bridal and Events cover?
Sure. We do Anniversaries, Baby Showers, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs, Birthdays, Bridal Showers, Corporate Events, Debutante Balls, Engagement Parties, Graduations, Holiday Parties, Proms, Quinceaneras, Sweet 16s, and of course WEDDINGS.
7. Whats the chances of Everything Bridal and Events being overbooked?
Slim to none. We are very proud of our work. Therefore, we dedicated our undivided attention to your event exclusively. We do not like spreading ourselves thin by booking two events on the same day. We certainly don’t want your event to feel rushed because Everything Bridal and Events has to be at another appointment. For this cause, locally, we schedule 8 weddings per month on weekends one being on Saturday, and the other on Sunday. However, Sunday weddings are rare for us. Since the week before weddings are usually extremely busy for all parties involved, we choose not to work others during that time but that doesn’t exclude us from honoring prior contracts before yours.
8. What is the largest party Everything Bridal and Events covered?
We can cover any party size from 2 people to over thousands. To date, the largest was a 50th Birthday Party with over 200 people in attendance.
9. Would I have to pay extra for assistants of Everything Bridal and Events?
No. All assistants (if any are needed) pay are included in the negotiated contract.
10. How would Everything Bridal and Events dress for my occasion?
Depending on your event. For weddings, we will dress as formal as the theme calls for. I personally, the owner of Everything Bridal and Events also wedding consultant and day of coordinator loves to dress up. Therefore, I would dress in the colors of your wedding be it formal gown or dress suit. We will never dress apart from what is standard. We would easily blend in with your wedding party and won’t stick out like a sore thumb.
11. What would be the communication?
Everything Bridal has several avenues of communication. We can be contacted via telephone, email, facebook, in person, and post mail. Considering the fact that we are liaisons between vendors and bride and grooms, we communicate details as often as possible.
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