Why it is important to use Fermanagh Farms in-house Wedding and Event Planning
Every event requires careful planning—timing, food, drinks, setup, and more. The question isn’t whether a planner is needed, but rather who will handle the planning.
Some people believe they can manage the planning themselves, and for many events, that may be true. However, it’s important to remember that there are two stages of planning: before the event and on the day of the event. On your wedding day, do you really want to be the one managing logistics or making decisions while you are also the centre of attention? Probably not.
Fermanagh Farms offers both Day-of Planning and Full Event Planning
The 8 Key Reasons to invest in a Day-of Planner
1. Seamless Execution of Your Plans
You may have spent months planning every detail of your wedding, but a Day-of Planner will:
- Oversee all logistics on the wedding day.
- Ensure your vision is executed exactly as planned.
- Act as the main point of contact for vendors, guests, and the wedding party, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day.
2. Professional Expertise and Problem Solving
A Day-of Planner is experienced in handling unforeseen issues such as:
- Late vendors or missing items.
- Weather challenges or last-minute timeline adjustments.
- Guest management, seating rearrangements, or emergency troubleshooting.
Their expertise ensures problems are solved efficiently without involving you.
3. Vendor Management
Coordinating with multiple vendors can be overwhelming. A Day-of Planner:
- Confirms vendor arrival and setup times.
- Manages payments or gratuities (if required).
- Coordinates breakdown and cleanup according to contracts.
This service guarantees smooth vendor communication and adherence to the schedule.
4. Time Management and Timeline Coordination
A detailed wedding timeline is crucial, and a Day-of Planner will:
- Create or refine a comprehensive schedule.
- Ensure events (ceremony, dinner, speeches, etc.) stay on track.
- Organize the processional and recessional during the ceremony.
Their guidance helps keep everything running on time without rushing or delays.
5. Stress Reduction for You, Your Partner, and Loved Ones
Without a Day-of Planner, family members or friends often take on coordination roles, which can:
- Increase stress for your loved ones.
- Cause disorganization if they lack experience.
Hiring a professional allows everyone to relax and enjoy the celebration without responsibility.
6. Handling Setup and Decor
A Day-of Planner supervises:
- Venue setup and decor placement according to your vision.
- Coordination of personal touches like signage, guest books, and favours.
This ensures your aesthetic details are perfectly executed.
7. A Buffer Between You and Minor Issues
On your wedding day, a Day-of Planner shields you from small problems and decision-making. For example:
- If a vendor needs direction, they go to the planner, not you.
- If timing needs adjustment, the planner handles it discreetly.
8. Peace of Mind
Perhaps the most valuable reason is the peace of mind that comes from knowing a professional is dedicated to making your day smooth, joyful, and memorable. This allows you to focus on celebrating your love and enjoying the experience.
The 9 Key Reasons to invest in Full Planning
1. Expertise and Experience
A full-service wedding planner brings invaluable industry knowledge and experience:
- Knows reliable vendors, negotiating fair prices, and avoiding common pitfalls.
- Provides insight into wedding trends, logistics, and etiquette to elevate your wedding.
Their expertise ensures a seamless and memorable experience.
2. Time Management
Planning a wedding is a time-consuming process. A full planner:
- Saves you hours of research, communication, and coordination.
- Manages your schedule, deadlines, and appointments, freeing you to focus on other priorities.
This is ideal for busy couples or those balancing work, travel, or family commitments.
3. Stress Reduction
Wedding planning comes with countless decisions and potential challenges. A full planner:
- Anticipates problems and resolves them before they arise.
- Manages budgets, contracts, and vendor coordination, reducing pressure on you.
They handle the hard work so you can enjoy the journey.
4. Personalized Design and Creativity
If you want a wedding that reflects your unique vision, a full planner:
- Helps develop a cohesive style, theme, and overall aesthetic.
- Sources creative decor elements and unique touches that align with your preferences.
Their design expertise turns your dreams into a beautifully executed reality.
5. Vendor Selection and Management
Planners have a network of trusted vendors and know how to:
- Recommend professionals that fit your style, budget, and personality.
- Review contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure timely delivery of services.
They oversee all communication and logistics to keep everything running smoothly.
6. Budget Planning and Financial Management
A wedding planner helps maximize your budget by:
- Creating a realistic spending plan and tracking expenses.
- Offering money-saving tips and avoiding costly mistakes.
Their guidance helps you stay on track without compromising quality.
7. Day-of Coordination
Even though full-service planning covers everything leading up to the wedding, the planner also serves as the Day-of Planner as described above.
8. Custom Solutions for Unique Needs
Every couple’s wedding is different. A full planner tailors their services to:
- Handle those aspects unique to you including special request or cultural traditions and create personalized solutions for you.
- Act as the point of contact for all vendors, ensuring a stress-free day for you.
This allows you, your partner, and your loved ones to relax and fully enjoy the celebration.
9. Peace of Mind
Ultimately, hiring a full-service planner offers peace of mind:
- •You know every detail is covered, from big-picture vision to small touches.
- •You’re free to savour the excitement of your engagement and wedding day without worry.
Fermanagh Farms Day-of Planning Service Specifically Features
- Connect with you about 6 weeks before the event date to get events details as they currently stand.
- Contacts and coordinates with vendors based on these details
- Take on the main contact role between vendors and event moving forward
- Create day-of itinerary for all parts of day including photos, ceremony and reception
- Present at ceremony rehearsal to guide and make changes as necessary
- 10 hours of on-site planning during event
- Decor setup for ceremony and reception
- Meeting and assisting with vendors upon their arrival
- Connect with Bride and Groom when getting ready to ensure hair, makeup, etc. is proceeding smoothly and on-time
- Ceremony management including:
- Confirming DJ is ready with music cues
- Ensures officiant has paperwork and needed materials
- Checks in with couple and bridal party on timing
- Ushers instructed to seat guests
- Lines up the bridal party and queues DJ and officiant
- Adjusts bride’s dress and cues her down the aisle
- Reception Management Including
- Oversees all elements of the itinerary
- Coordinates meal service, speeches, dances, entrances, etc.
- Provides 5-minute cues to photographers, DJ, MC, bridal party, and couple
- Packing up of decor item as requested