Wedding Planning Collective Kate McClellan

The last episode with Ashley from Festoons & Flourishes, we discuss the different styles of wedding planners. I thought it would be a perfect time to talk about the different types of wedding planning services that are available.   

In today’s episode, I’m going to share with you one of the lessons from my Wedding Planning Blueprint Course, which is available for all Planning Collective Members.  

I discuss what a wedding planner really does, the most common services planners offer, and the big difference between an outside wedding planner, and a venue coordinator.  

Take a listen, and let me know what you think! 



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I’m so excited to share today’s interview with the fabulous Ashley Lynch of Festoons & Flourishes! Ashley is a fellow metro-Detroit based wedding planner, who specializes in luxury weddings.

I had so much fun chatting with Ashley, not only because we speak the same wedding planner language, but because there are just as many similarities in our jobs or rolls as their are differences.

During out chat, we talk about:

- The myth of Day Of Coordination

- The different kinds and styles of wedding planners - Wedding planners vs. wedding designers

- The phrase “luxury wedding” and what it really means

- And how planning a luxury wedding is different that the average wedding

- Different ways wedding planners structure their pricing

- The process of creating a wedding design and phase based wedding planning

- We talk about our favorite moments of a wedding day

- The different elements of a wedding

- Her take on wedding trends- And finally, Ashley shares her top tips to making sure you enjoy your wedding day!

This conversation was long overdue, and I’m proud to be sharing some behind the scenes thoughts with veteran wedding planners.

You can find more info on Ashley here

https://festoonsandflourishes.com/

https://www.instagram.com/festoonsandflourishes/


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Have you ever wondered what you should put on your wedding website? I go over the essential components needed, and give some tips on making the most out of your wedding website in today's episode!



Make sure you're not missing a thing when it comes to wedding planning with our free Don't Forget List!



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Back again with another interview with some of my favorite wedding pros! This week, I'm chatting with Derek Rafferty of E3 Detroit and Nicholas Hardy from Elysium Experience. We talk about the difference between a wedding band and a wedding DJ, red flags you should look out for when hiring your wedding band or DJ, and the importance of having a professional MC, amongst other topics.



Listen here, or watch the interview over on YouTube!



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Hey, folks! It's Kate here, welcoming you back to another episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast. Today, I'm shaking things up a bit. Typically, I start my episodes with questions I frequently hear, but today, let's dive into a topic often overlooked in wedding planning: layouts or floor plans.

Starting with the basics, I break down why having a well-thought-out wedding layout is crucial. It's not the most glamorous aspect of planning, but it can save you from chaos on your big day. We discuss the necessity of having both ceremony and reception layouts, debunking the myth that ceremony layouts are always unnecessary.

Moving on, I delve into who typically handles these layouts and explore the pros and cons of venue assistance versus DIY. While venue coordinators can be a huge help, they often come with limitations on revisions and timing.

We also touch on the practicalities of creating your own layout, including free tools like Aisle Planner, Social Tables, and All Seated. Understanding dimensions, guest flow, and space allocation are key components we delve into, ensuring your layout is both functional and elegant.

Lastly, I provide a comprehensive list of elements to consider when crafting your layout, from seating arrangements to vendor stations, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

And hey, I'd love to hear from you! Have you started your layout process yet? Head over to the Wedding Planning Collective Facebook Group and share your experience.

If you found this episode valuable, please take a moment to rate and review. Your feedback helps us reach more couples navigating the wedding planning journey. Until next time, happy planning!



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If you're engaged, you've likely had the thought that you're forgetting something when it comes to the wedding. It's a common feeling, I refer to it as FOWO (Fear of Wedding Oversight)



It's so common, in fact, that I've put together a free guide to help get you through it! I explain in today's episode, and you can grab your free guide here



https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/dontforget


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