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Lydias Planning &Coordination Services

Beauty Becoming Reality

Table of Contents

Welcome....3

About the Company.........4

Day of Services Contract.....5-6

Wedding Packages..........7-9

Additional Services...10-12

Al La Carte Services....................13

Marriage License Information.....14-15

Consultation Questionnaire.................16

Business Plan...17-19

Vendor Referrals...................20

Wedding Party Checklist.21-27

Wedding Planning Timeline.......28-29

Money Saving Tips & Tricks.30

Contact Information..............31

Welcome

First of all, let me congratulate you on your engagement!

This is such an exciting time and one filled with so many emotions. A wedding symbolizes the beginning of your lives together, binding two hearts to one. Whether you plan to have a small intimate ceremony or a grandeur event, Lydias Planning & Coordination Services hopes to help turn your dream wedding into a reality. We work with all couples, budgets, religions, traditions and special circumstances. We are here for you!

Planning a wedding can be exciting, stressful, frustrating, overwhelming, time consuming and yet satisfying all at the same time. Our goal is to help take away all of the stress and frustration of planning your wedding so you can focus on the joy of building your future lives together.

You will find enclosed information regarding our company and services. Included is a questionnaire form that will help determine the services that best suit your needs. If a package doesnt have exactly what you are looking for, we can work together to design one tailored to you. We can schedule a complimentary meeting at no cost to discuss if you wish at the location of your choice.

I cant wait to work with you. Please contact should you have any questions.

Much Love,

Lydia Neurath

Founder & Owner, Lydias Planning & Coordination Services

About the Company

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services was founded in 2016 in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The founder and owner, Lydia Neurath realized her passion for planning weddings and events while organizing her own wedding. She began working with friends and relatives, planning their special day and interning at Tripp Farms wedding venue, where she was married. After deciding to pursue her passion full time running her own business, she began taking planning courses at Lovegevity Wedding Planning Institute. Lydia prides herself in being energetic, organized and detailed while having local knowledge of offerings in the eastern region of the state. Having a husband in the Armed Forces has also led Lydia to study and provide organization of military wedding traditions.

The company offers a full wedding planning, partial wedding planning and Day of Coordination options. Our mission is to be there every step of the way from Invitation to I Do. We also provide services designed for parties and other corporate events. A variety of packages are offered to meet nearly any need, and can be tailored specifically for the couple or event. We have full-service vendor referrals for nearly any detail.

Lydia has been planning and coordinating events on her own for seven years. She has experience in a variety of weddings including beach, destination, rustic barn and church weddings. She intends to grow her business to an even larger clientele base while staying focused on local weddings and military specialty.

Day Of Coordinating Contract

This agreement made on (date of contract) by and between Lydias Planning & Coordination Services Planning Manager and bride (brides name) and groom (grooms name).

Description of Coordinator Services:

Unlimited email communication from the date of contract

Unlimited phone contact 30 days prior to wedding date

Synchronize clients vision, choosing realistic goals in regards to timeline, budget, location, theme, and other core elements of the event

Visit to ceremony and/or reception site prior to wedding

2 face to face consultations prior to the wedding date (1 month and 2 weeks prior to wedding date)

1-2 weeks prior will contact all vendors to verify details of arrival, setup, takedown, etc. for all ceremony and reception vendors

Develop and distribute wedding day itinerary

Attend and direct wedding rehearsal prior to the wedding date (maximum of two hours)

Will consult with venue coordinator if applicable

Up to 12 hours of service on wedding date

Manage vendors- will be available during wedding day to assist with problems or questions

Facilitate Ceremony

Oversee ushers and attendants

Review all items needed for ceremony

Properly line up processional

Cue musicians and processional

Coordinate entertainment and all announcements/events during reception

Return personal or rented items agreed upon in advance

Bridal Couple Responsibilities

The couple is responsible for choosing all ceremony and reception vendors

It is the couples responsibility to notify Lydias Coordination Services of any changes in a timely manner

Its is the couples responsibility to provide contact information and copies of contracts for all vendors no less than 14 days prior to the ceremony

Cancellation

You may cancel, in writing, this contract for any reason. If the contract is cancelled more than thirty days prior to the wedding date, all unearned funds will be refunded, excluding the initial deposit. If the contract is terminated less than thirty days prior to the wedding date, all funds are due from the couple with no refund.

If the wedding is postponed or cancelled due to an Act of God (such as fire, flood, earthquake, tornado, hurricane, etc) we will strive to work with you on the rescheduled date and all unearned funds, excluding the deposit, will be refunded.

Should any member of Lydias Coordination Service be unable to perform any tasks due to unforeseen circumstances or illness, all amounts paid will be refunded, including the deposit. We will also work to provide a substitute coordinator.

Conditions

Payments are to be made directly to vendors from the couple. Lydias Creations receives no commissions from any recommended vendors. Also, Lydias Coordination Service is not liable for any providers product or performance.

Should litigation occur, it will be in the county associated with Lydias Coordination Service office and the winning party will be reimbursed for all court costs, legal and attorneys fees.

The client has the rights to any photos of any member of Lydias Coordination Service and may use and distribute as the couple wishes.

The bridal couple gives permission and show allow any member of Lydias Coordination Service to use any photograph of them or ceremony/reception for viewing on any material, for promotional purposes only. All professional photographs will include the Photographers name and website if applicable.

Payment

All Coordination Services start at $750.00. The payment schedule is as follows:

Deposit upon contract signing to secure booking: $150.00

Forty-five days prior to wedding date: $250.00

No more than fourteen days prior to wedding date: $350.00

Signature of Coordinator________________________________________________________

Signature of Bride _____________________________________________________________

Signature of Groom ____________________________________________________________

Day of Coordination

$750

This package is designed for the couple who wants to do all the planning themselves but needs a little extra help on their wedding day to make their day run smoothly.

Includes:

2 face to face meetings (1 meeting 2 weeks prior to the wedding date)

Call and verify details with all vendors (ex: delivery times)

Unlimited email, phone and text from date of contract

1 visit prior to wedding date to venue

Create detailed day-of timeline

Rehearsal coordination

Review vendor wedding contracts (couple must provide at least 2 weeks prior to wedding date)

Wedding ceremony preparation (ex: placing boutonnieres, corsages, ensuring candles lit)

Assist vendors on wedding date if needed

Wedding ceremony coordination

Partial Planning

$2,000

This package is for the couple who wants to do most of the planning on their own but needs help with the finer details. This is great for Do It Yourselfers! We are here to consult and provide support as needed.

Includes:

5 Face-to-Face Planning Meetings

Create Customized Pinterest Board

Customized Budget and Planning Timeline

Vendor referrals


Assistance with vendor and venue contract negotiation

Wedding Day Coordination Package

Full Planning

$3,250

This package is designed to do EVERYTHING. It is ideal for the busy, working couple and will handle all aspects of the wedding. We will work to turn your dream day into reality, not missing a single detail. All the couple has to do is arrive and enjoy their day!

Includes:

Unlimited email, phone and text from the date of contract

20 Face-to-Face Meetings for Design and Planning

Venue and vendor research & referrals

Venue visit with couple

Advice and Consultation as needed

Customized Budget and Planning Timeline

Wedding Design

Create customized Pinterest board

Create customized mood board

Mock table display for your consideration

Attend all appointments as requested (ex: tasting, fittings, etc)

Guest list management

Assistance with vendor and venue contract negotiations

Contact with vendors to discuss and verify all details

Help with logistics (ex: flight & travel arrangements, hotels, etc.)

Wedding Day Coordination package items

Return rental items as previously discussed

Consultation for Bridal Party/Bachelor Party/Engagement party as requested

Send Wedding Announcements post wedding

Additional Package Options

Design & Decoration Package

Starting at $750.00

This package can stand alone or be added to any of our other planning and coordination packages. It will turn any venue into your dream wedding location!

Includes:

5 Design/Decoration Face-to-Face meetings

Design Advice and Consultation

Create customized Pinterest board

Mood Board Creation

Visit to venue site with couple


Mock Table Display for Consideration

Up to 10 hours of decoration time (on day prior to and/or day of) with decorator and assistant

Up to 4 hours of clean up time

Party Planning & Coordination

Starting at $400.00

This package can also stand alone or be included in any of our other planning and coordination packages. It is great for planning any type of party for any occasion. I can include Sweet 16, Quinceanera, anniversaries, birthday, bachelor/bachelorette and engagement parties just to name a few. The possibilities are endless!

Includes:

5 Face-to-Face planning meetings


Create Customized Pinterest Board

Advice and Consultation

Up to 5 hours of decorating time

Up to 3 hours of cleaning time

Vendor referrals

Venue visit

Verify Details with Vendors Prior to Date

Assist with vendors on day of

Engagement Party/Bridal Shower Package

Starting at $350

This package is to help assist in planning all of the formal parties associated with a wedding. Will work with anyone hosting the party.

Includes:

Party design

2 face-to-face meetings to discuss event

Guidance on details

Vendor referrals

Assist with budget and vendor payment arrangements

Ordering and mailing invitations

Assistance with toasts

Direction for day of (up to 10 hours including set up/decoration and tear down)

Guest list and RSVP Management

Sending Thank You cards

Bachelor/Bachelorette Party Package

Starting at $350

Enjoy your last days as a single individual before joining your hand in marriage. This package will work with anyone hosting the party.

Includes:

Party design

2 face-to-face meetings to discuss events

Vendor referrals

Assist with budget and vendor payment arrangements

Ordering and mailing invitations

Guest List & RSVP management

Assistance with travel arrangements if applicable

Sending Thank You Cards

A La Carte Services

Minimum $300 for each A La Carte Service

(unless added to any Package Service)

RSVP Management

Wedding Website Design & Publication

Venue/Vendor Referrals

Rehearsal Coordination

Advice Consultation

Print Designs

Wedding Day Timeline/Itinerary

Guest & Wedding Party Travel Arrangements

Hourly Consultations

Ceremony & Reception Layout

Honeymoon Planning

Decorating Services

Clean Up ServicesNorth Carolina Marriages

For anyone to legally marry in the state of North Carolina, the two individuals must obtain a marriage license. To do so, both parties must present themselves together at any county Register of Deeds office, this is generally located inside the county courthouse. Once the application has been received there is no waiting period to marry, however the application is only valid for sixty days and only valid in the state of North Carolina. After sixty days a new application and fee must be submitted.

In order to apply for a marriage certificate both individuals must appear at the Register of Deeds Office with a valid form of identification. Both applicants must provide their original Social Security card or verification of the number and valid form of identification. For individuals marrying under the age of 20 a certified copy of the birth certificate must be provided.

Marriages can be performed by any religious denomination ordained minister, magistrate, minister recognized by a church or any federally or state recognized Indian nation or tribe.

There is no waiting period between a divorce and remarriage. Additional documentation for previous marriages may be required. For individuals remarrying after a previous spouse has deceased a copy of the death certificate should be provided.

After a marriage ceremony has been performed, the individual performing the ceremony is required to return the signed license to the Register of Deeds that issued the license within ten days or a penalty is imposed.

Marriage by proxy and Common Law Marriage are not recognized in North Carolina.

Requirements

Individuals must be 18 years old. For individuals 16-17 parental consent must be provided. For ages 14-15 a court order issued by the District Court Judge must be supplied approving of the marriage

Do not have to be a resident of the United States or North Carolina

No blood tests or physical are required

Proof of Social Security number must be supplied by both applicants. Original Social Security card, W2 or paystub with full Social Security Number must be provided. If an individual is not eligible for a Social Security number an affidavit from the Register of Deeds must be provided.

A valid form of identification must be provided for both individuals. All forms of identification must not be expired. Identification can include drivers license, state issued ID card, passport, birth certificate or military ID.

Individuals under the age of 20 must provide a certified copy of their birth certificate

Applicants who have been previously married must provide the month and year of any divorce. If the divorce has occurred within the last thirty days an original or a certified copy of the divorce decree must be given.

Individuals who have been previously married in which the spouse has deceased must provide a copy of the death certificate for that individual.

Same sex marriage is legal

Cousins can marry, however the blood relationship cannot be closer than first cousins. Half relatives are considered full relatives.

Applications must be applied for at the Register of Deeds office. An application cannot be completed online or through the phone.

Fees

Sixty dollars must be paid at the time of application. This can be paid by cash, credit or debit card, check or money order.

To Apply:

Wayne County Register of Deeds

224-226 E Walnut Street

Goldsboro, NC 27530

(919)731-1449

(Inside the Wayne County Courthouse- 1st floor)

Applications are accepted between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

For additional information online, visit the Wayne County Register of Deeds website: http://www.waynegov.com/355/Marriage-Licenses

For additional counties in the State of North Carolina, contact the respective county Register of Deeds office.

Consultation Questionnaire

To help begin turning your dream day into reality, please fill out the following information.

Brides Name:__________________________________

Grooms Name:_________________________________

Wedding Date:_________________________________ Time:__________________________

Location (if chosen):____________________________________________________________

Wedding Website (if applicable):__________________________________________________

Contact Information:

Bride:

Home Phone: _____________________ Mobile:___________________ Work:_____________

Email:_______________________________________________________________________Preferred Contact Method: Phone (Home, Mobile, Work) Email Text

Groom:

Home Phone: _____________________ Mobile:___________________ Work:_____________

Email:_______________________________________________________________________Preferred Contact Method: Phone (Home, Mobile, Work) Email Text

Event Information

Anticipated Guest #______________ Budget (if known) $___________________

Describe your Theme:

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Will you have Bridesmaids/Groomsmen? If so how many? Names:_______________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Maid of Honor Name & Phone:___________________________________________________

Best Man Name & Phone:_______________________________________________________

Point of Contact Name & Phone:__________________________________________________

Will your wedding require additional accommodations? (ex: hotel, travel) Y or N

Business Plan

Mission Statement

Our objective is to turn every couples dream into a reality through creativity, expertise, organization and passion. We strive to meet the needs of all, no matter the budget! From the tiniest of babys breath to the grandest of events, we will be there as two hearts become one.

Executive Summary

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services is a full-service coordination and planning provider for weddings and vow renewals. The owner is certified with experience in a variety of wedding and party types. We work with local and other vendors to turn a clients vision into a reality within their budget. Services include consulting, decorating, coordinating, planning, organizing and providing professional and certified vendors in the local areas.

Products & Services

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services intends to provide full wedding planning and day of coordination services in and around the surrounding areas of Goldsboro, NC. This will include options of full planning services from engagement to post wedding and also packages for decorating and Day of Coordination only. It is the goal to provide full services from counseling, advising and organizing wedding visions to become reality to help select vendors, develop and maintain budget and handle all arrangements needed to include both local and destination weddings. Also available, include Day of Coordination packages, for that couple who has planned the wedding on their own. These services will include facilitating rehearsal, ceremony and reception and reviewing and being available for all vendors to work out the finer details of the event. Day of Coordination will also include reviewing contracts the couple has signed with all vendors to ensure all details are reviewed. Decoration packages will include decorating (with items provided in advance) for both the ceremony and reception site and couples will have the option to advertised in other packages and the A La Carte list for an additional fee. A list of all packages and additional options will be available online through the Services website and also in paper form to deliver at bridal shows, events and to prospective couples.

With all these packages available, services will be especially provided for the active duty, reserve and retired military. These weddings require special attention and such services will be provided for such couples to include arranging transportation, military base entrance approval, organization of use of base facilities and units (including but not limited to, Military Band, Sword Ceremony, and security if needed). Lydias Coordination desires to make this her focus and to be of service to those serving our country.

In addition, if requested by the couple, RSVP management will be provided for an additional fee. This will include obtaining contact information for wedding guests, sending invitations and RSVPs and organizing responses in an efficient manner and following up with those who have not responded to help complete final guest list/count.

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services is a sole proprietorship for small wedding events however has the contacts for additional staff if needed to meet weddings and events of any size. It is the goal to provide uniquely tailored services and assistance to all clients.

Market Analysis Summary

The United States Wedding Industry is a $55-billion-dollar industry, and approximately 2.3 million weddings each year. These figures show the importance of the wedding industry to individuals and how nearly everyone can be a client in some form. For the calendar year 2015, 959 marriage certificates were issued in Wayne County, NC. After careful research only one wedding planner was located in the Wayne County area. No wedding planning company could be located within a forty-mile radius in any direction. This shows a very strong need for a wedding planning company in the area that will be convenient for engaged couples residing and/or marrying in the Wayne County area. With such few resources in the area, a wedding planning company will succeed as it is providing busy couples in the local area with a more local knowledge and convenience for the couple.

Because of the high volume of marriages in Wayne County, as evidenced by the number of marriage licenses issued, there will be a high demand and customer base for such services. Also, because many military members live in the surrounding area many need wedding planners to plan weddings in other locations, including destination and their home state. Advertising will be directed to almost everyone, including newly engaged couples, parents of both the bride and groom and military members as nearly everyone at some point participates in a couples nuptials. The target audience will be newly engaged couples, regardless of age, budget or religion.

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services intends to help couples navigate through the wedding industry for needed services and products. The company will focus intently on working within the wedding industry, both local and beyond.

Strategy & Implementation Summary

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services hopes to offer a variety of wedding planning, coordination, decorating and management services. Target audience will include newly engaged couples of any age. The company strategy is to obtain name recognition within the immediate location by attracting new clients by offering services not readily available in the area. Once a client is obtained other additional services for their convenience will be offered for their convenience. This will also help build client relationships that will last beyond just the wedding event.

It is the goal to work with local newspapers, radio stations and television channels to obtain discounted advertising pricing by offering event planning services. Also advertising on social media and other free websites will help to get the word out and attract clients. It is also the goal to advertise in the local military monthly magazines by working out an agreement with public affairs to gain more military clients. By also being utilizing search engine optimization and local social media sites, the company plans to move to publications directed towards engaged couples.

The company also plans to contact and visit local vendors to understand their services and products, and build relationships and rapport to gain support in the local area. Through these relationships Lydias Planning & Coordination Services hopes to secure referrals both directed to vendors and the Coordination Service. Also, an office space downtown is to be rented to allow office space for meetings and make it an easy location to travel to.

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services will be able to succeed in this market due to the number of weddings and very little competition in the surrounding area. Because the company is very knowledgeable about the area and available option the company will work well with local clients. As the clientele grows, Lydias Planning & Coordination Services hopes to hire additional employees to assist.

Management Summary

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services is a start-up company that provides Day of Coordination, partial and full planning, wedding, and vow renewal services to couples and their families. It will be run as a sole proprietorship by the owner and operator, Lydia Neurath who will handle all day-to-day operations. Outside professionals, including a Certified Public Accountant for business accounting and tax preparation, will be hired for services on an as needed basis. For decorating purposes Lydias family and friends have agreed to assist when needed. Interns interested in the wedding industry will be utilized on a part time basis to assist in Day of coordination, local events, planning, and reception as needed and as the intern is available. This will help provide experience to students and assistance to Lydias Planning & Coordination Services.

As the company progresses and revenue begins to accrue, the company will consider registering as a limited liability corporation or possible corporation. During the transition, Lydia hopes to hire a full time receptionist to handle incoming calls, emails and customer assistance along with part time planner to assist during Day of Coordination. Lydia plans to keep a certified public accountant as the company grows and hire specifically for the company should revenue allow.

Lydia Neurath plans to overall manage all aspects of the company and create a manual of all areas for any new hires to review. It is the desire to remain a small business focused on the customer relationship. Lydias Planning & Coordination feels this small business feel will fit well in the local area market.

Financial Information has been omitted but is available upon request.

Vendor Referrals

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Lydias Planning & Coordination Services(919)[email protected]

Bakery

Bake My Day Caf

2103 Wayne Memorial Drive

Goldsboro, NC 27534

(919)288-2287

http://www.bakemydaygoldsboro.com

Venue

Tripp Farms

5151 US-264

Greenville, NC 27834

(252)714-7033

[email protected]

DJ

Avalanche Sound & Lights

Owner & DJ: Scott Ely

https://www.thumbtack.com/nc/goldsboro/djs/music-lights

Catering

Danny Rays

101 Goldsboro Street

Pikeville, NC 27863

(919)709-4212

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Danny-Rays-Southern-Dining-Buffet/745669095546525

Wedding Party Checklist

Maid of Honor Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Emotional Support for the Bride

Help shop for dresses

Lead the bridesmaid troupe- make sure they get their dresses, go to fittings, get jewelry, etc.

Help with pre-wedding tasks- addressing invitations, choosing colors and themes, food and cake

Spread news about where the couple is registered

Attend pre-wedding festivities and keep record of gifts

Plan bridal shower and bachelorette party (collaborate with mother of the bride and other bridesmaids)

Purchase a gift

Rehearsal & Dinner

Ensure all bridesmaids get to the rehearsal

Coral the bridesmaids

Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner

Run last minute errands

Wedding- Day of

Helps with last minute details

Corral the bridesmaids

Arrange brides train before ceremony and when she arrives at the altar, may also need to help bustle train after ceremony

Hold brides bouquet while couple exchanges their vows

Holds grooms ring during the ceremony

Sign marriage license

Pictures before/after ceremony

Toast

Play host frequently at wedding

Make sure bride and groom eat

Collect envelopes after reception and keep them in a safe place

Help bride change for honeymoon and take charge of gown

Post Wedding

Help clean up if needed

Store brides gown safely until she returns

Hold on to cards received at the wedding until the couple returns or deposit if necessary

Send Wedding Announcements if Used

Best Man Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Help chose and rent or buy formal wear and coordinate groomsmen attire

Arrange out of town groomsmen accommodations

Attend pre-wedding festivities

Organize the bachelor party

Corral groomsmen

Rehearsal & Dinner

Pick up tuxes

Attend rehearsal and dinner

Corral groomsmen

Wedding Day-of

Corral Groomsmen

Stand beside the groom at the altar

Keep the brides ring until the vows are exchanged

Sign marriage license


Be announced with maid of honor at the reception

Give the first toast

Give officiant sealed envelope with the fee

Decorate the car the couple is leaving in (get help from groomsmen and bridesmaids)

Post Wedding

Drive couple to hotel or airport after the reception

Deposit money received from the wedding if requested by the couple or keep it safe until they return

Make sure all groomsmen and ushers have returned suits if rented (with all pieces)


Bridesmaid Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Help with pre-wedding tasks, addressing invitations, etc.

Scope out dresses, shoes, jewelry and other accessories.

Make sure to break in shoes before the wedding!

Help to plan, cohost and pay for bridal shower (with maid of honor and other bridesmaids)


Keep record of gift if maid of honor is unable to do so

Purchase a wedding gift

Emotional support for bride

Pay for attire and hair/makeup or book session

Rehearsal & Dinner

Help host at rehearsal



Wedding Day-of

Make sure to arrange/pay for hair and makeup on time

Help maid of honor adjust train and veil


Assist bride with trips to the bathroom

Be the information central for guests looking for bathrooms and other questions

Help best man and groomsmen decorate the car the couple is leaving in

Post Wedding


Groomsmen Responsibilities

Pre-wedding


Arrange travel to the ceremony (if out of town)

Pay for own attire and make sure fittings are done on time

Help best man plan bachelor party

Purchase wedding gift

Rehearsal & Dinner

Pick up tuxes


Help decorate if needed

Wedding- Day of

Help decorate if needed


May be asked to usher guests to their seats (know seating if applicable)

Serve as info central for guests looking for bathrooms or amenities

Pictures before and after ceremony

Be introduced with bridesmaid at reception

Help best man and bridesmaids decorate the getaway vehicle

Post Wedding

Return all tuxes (with all pieces) if rented


Flower Girl Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

If able attend pre-wedding festivities

Fittings of attire

Rehearsal & Dinner

Rehearse

Attend dinner if wish

Wedding- Day of

Proceed before Maid of Honor and scatters petals or blow bubbles, follows ring bearer


Ring Bearer Responsibilities

Pre-wedding


Order and attend fittings of attire

Rehearsal & Dinner

Rehearse

Attend dinner if wish

Wedding- Day of

Walks down before the flower girl and carries a pillow with the rings tied to it (or fake ones)


Post Wedding

Return tux (with all pieces) if rented (parents should be responsible for this)

Mother of the Bride Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Help scope out wedding venues and vendors

Shop with bride for wedding gown

Communicate dress choice with grooms mom and pick dress

Help create guest list ad help limit guests if necessary

Attend and help organize the bridal shower and rehearsal dinner

Help research family or ethnic traditions and heirlooms

Emotional support

Be the point of contact for wedding pros

Rehearsal & Dinner


Wedding- Day of

Help dress bride and place veil

Be host

Pictures before/after wedding

Stand in receiving line

Sit at the parents table if there is one

Dance with father of the bride or groom

Post Wedding


Thank guests for attending

Send wedding Announcements if used

Father of the Bride Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Traditionally pays for the wedding

Help counsel bride

Attend pre-wedding festivities & toasts at events

Help negotiate with vendors if needed

Be a peacemaker

Orders tux and makes sure fittings are done

Helps plan rehearsal dinner if needed

Rehearsal & Dinner


Act as host

Wedding- Day of

Act as host

Walk mother of the bride down the aisle (if still married)

Walk daughter down the aisle



Last minute checks to vendors

Sit at parents table

Toast

Post Wedding


Return tux (with all pieces) if rented

Pay any outstanding vendors invoices

Mother of the Groom Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Reach out to the bride and arrange in-person meeting if able

If wish, plan and host engagement party

Help draw up guest list for grooms family

Offer financial assistance if you wish

Help scope out wedding venues and vendors

Be point of contact for vendors (especially if wedding is in your town)

Plan and pay for rehearsal dinner along with father of the groom

Attend bridal shower

Attend appropriate pre-wedding festivities

Spread the word where the couple is registered

Coordinate with mother of the bride on attire

Buy a gift

Rehearsal & Dinner

Attend Rehearsal

Attend rehearsal dinner

Pay bill for any catering

Wedding- Day of

Walk down with father of the groom (if still married)



Dance with groom for mother/son dance

Post Wedding


Thank guests for coming

Send wedding announcements if used

Father of the Groom Responsibilities

Pre-wedding

Help with finances for event if you wish

Order tux and make sure fittings are done

Help plan and pay for rehearsal dinner

Attend appropriate parties and showers

Rehearsal & Dinner

Attend rehearsal

Attend dinner

Pay the bill if any catering

Wedding- Day of

Escort mother of the groom (if still married)

Act as host



Sit at parents table

Dance with bride

Make a toast

Post Wedding


Return your tuxedo & grooms tuxedo (with all pieces)

Wedding Planning Timeline

12+ Months Before

Draw up budget

Pick wedding date and time- consult with officiant and venue prior to finalizing

Hire professional planner/consultant

Look for ceremony and reception sites- book chosen site

Start planning your guest list

Ask bridesmaids and groomsmen to be a part of your special day

Engagement party if you wish

8-10 Months Before

Shop and order bridal gown

Decide on type of entertainment

Interview and hire vendors- including musicians, photographers, videographers, florist, caterer

Research wedding insurance

Contact rental companies if applicable

Start registry

Research and reserve accommodations for traveling guests

6-8 Months Before

Order bridesmaids dresses

Start planning honeymoon

Send Save the Dates

4-6 Months Before

Order invitations

Order wedding rings

Book officiant

Shop for groomsmen and formal wear

Renew or get passports if applicable

Book rehearsal dinner location

Shop for accessories and shoes

3 Months Before

Order wedding cake

Optional: wedding showers

Prepare ceremony with officiant

Discuss menu details with caterer

Rent formal wear

Hire wedding day transportation

2 Months Before

Mail invitations

Purchase gifts for parents and attendants

Book hair stylist- try out styles if you like!

Book makeup artist- do a trial run

Purchase guest book

1 Month Before

Apply for marriage license

Final fittings

Create programs

2 Weeks Before

Call guests who have not RSVPd

Deliver final song list to DJ

Provide final headcount to vendors

1 Week Before

Plan seating chart

Print place and table cards

Verify details with vendors (delivery time, items needed, etc)

2-3 Days Before

Pick up formal wear

Determine order of processional/recessional and standing order

Arrange pickups for individuals traveling (airport, train station, bus station, etc)

Payment of all vendor remaining balances

20 Money Saving Tips & Tricks

1. Hire an experienced professional! They can help you avoid costly mistakes.

2. Have an offseason wedding

3. Have your wedding on a day other than Saturday

4. Have a morning wedding

5. Buy in season flowers

6. Chose larger flowers- means fewer stems and less must be purchased

7. Give interns a chance! (photography students, music students)

8. Recruit the talents of your friends

9. Skip the champagne toast

10. Shop off season for decorations and use any available discounts (student, military, company)

11. Have your ceremony and reception in the same location

12. Buy your own alcohol or have a signature cocktail instead of an open bar

13. Book vendors ell in advance

14. Skip the champagne toast

15. Bridesmaids Bouquets can double as centerpieces

16. Use larger tables at reception- will result in fewer centerpieces and linens needed

17. Give homemade favors

18. Use placard holders that double as favors

19. Use a smaller wedding cake for cutting and use cupcakes or sheet cakes for guests

20. Limit the guest list. You can eliminate entire categories (coworkers, etc)

Contact Information

Lydias Planning & Coordination Services

123 ABC Lane

Goldsboro, NC 27534

Phone (919)459-6507

[email protected]

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