What even is a wedding coordinator?
So, you may be reading this thinking, "What is a wedding coordinator anyway? What do they even do? And what’s the difference between a wedding coordinator and a venue coordinator? How do I know if it’s necessary?" … Don’t worry, we’re here to clear up all the confusion, set the record straight and answer all your burning questions!
Wedding Coordinator
In a nutshell, a wedding coordinator is basically your wedding day BFF, hired to handle all the logistical madness so you can focus on what matters most… enjoying your big day.
Planning a wedding can be amazing (and stressful) but let's face it – it can get chaotic. From wrangling timelines to juggling suppliers, there’s a ton on your plate. That’s where we come in!
We find a lot of couples enjoy the planning process, but who do you hand your plans over to? You can’t possibly be the everywhere at once.
Our job varies day to day, wedding to wedding. Sometimes we are needed to move décor, set up table plans, light candles, get Dad for a first look, put wedding dress on - the list goes on.
Wedding Coordinator
Vs Venue Coordinator
Now, how does a wedding coordinator differ from a venue coordinator? Great question!
A venue coordinator works for the venue itself and is responsible for anything related to the venue, like making sure the tables are set up, following the venue's rules, and ensuring the space is ready. Basically, they're your go-to for venue-related issues.
But a wedding coordinator, well, we're your go-to for everything else. We’re focused on your entire wedding day – from coordinating suppliers to managing the timeline to helping you with your dress to keeping your bridal party in check. We work for YOU and therefore your best interests are at heart.
What Georgie says: You can absolutely have a wedding without a wedding coordinator, but honestly, it just won’t be the same. Logistically things would likely happen, but they won’t have the same effortless feel. Wedding coordinators make moments happen, they foresee problems and make amendments and decisions with your best interest at heart.
Here’s a quick fire guide to see the difference…
WHY Should i hire a wedding coordinator?
So, if you’re wondering whether you should hire a wedding coordinator (spoiler alert: you should even if its not us, although we are amazing with over 400 weddings under our belt and a team of expert coordinators we kinda know our stuff)…here are 5 solid reasons why we’re worth every penny:
We Handle the Details So You Don’t Have To: We take care of everything, from supplier coordination to timelines, so you can just enjoy the day without stressing about the little things - if you ask us the time, we won’t even tell you.
We’re Your Personal Problem-Solvers: Any hiccups that pop up? We sort them. Seriously, we’re like wedding day ninjas. We won’t even tell you what happened.
We’re Your Advocate: We work for you, the couple. Our job is to make sure everything you want to happen, happens – we’ve got your back. We want to keep suppliers happy, but its your day, not theirs.
We Bring Your Vision to Life: You’ve got a dream wedding in mind, and we’re here to make it a reality. Whether it’s overseeing the set up of décor or creating the perfect moments, we’ll ensure your vision shines through.
We’ll Go the Extra Mile (Literally!): When we say we go the extra mile… we mean it. Need us to wade through a river to get the perfect shot? We’ve got you covered – just ask Georgie (yes that did actually happen)! No detail is too big or too small.
Moment maker: We know how to naturally create moments, whether it’s moving your mum out the way of the first dance, or playing the right song to hype up the bridesmaids - it’s second nature to us.
Picking a wedding coordinator is a big deal, so make sure you ask questions, vibe check and ensure they are the right person for you. Unlike a venue coordinator, they will be around you ALL DAY! - it’s like having a good bridesmaid.