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Any one using wedding planners?

Original post by butapecan3

I was wondering if anyone was using a wedding planner?
If yes What exactly do they do?
I mean I watch all these shows and it seems all they do is help with the dress and details, all things I can do my self..... Is it less stressful with one around? And are they affordable!
KObride Posted:

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Can someone FM me with how much a DOC costs?

lisalisa27 Posted:

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Me too Im curious to know what they charge. I was watching them on Bridezilla and it seems as though they do nothing the brides were doing everything. So let me know what is the purpose, I have no clue.

Athee07 Posted:

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no DOC for me - I cant see spending extra cash on a DOC although Im sure they are fabulous Id rather take the money and spend it on my HM or something else JMO

bellaro782 Posted:

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Noooo I rather not spend that money .. I think i can handle it if not Then i start calling on the Brides Maids to help with the planning LOL

PegaLega Posted:

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We are going tohave a planner b/c we are so far away.

Basically they do anyting you need help with as far as the wedding...vendor appointments, set up a budget, barter with vendors, make sure that you understand your contracts, they are basically your voice. They make sure your room is set up the way you want it, keep you on top of your payments..they take care of the stuff you might forget the day of (tips, final payments, etc.)
snowcat Posted:

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No wedding planner of DOC here...I saw a DOC once, and thought she looked really unprofessional (showed up to the wedding in a black sweatsuit!)- I just don't think they're necessary...but then again, I'm only have 130 ish guests, and trying to stay within a small budget...if I was having a huge wedding, I'd probably want help!

cindiella Posted:

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We're using Francesca from Dazzling Affairs. I can honestly say it was the best decision we've made in the planning process to have her on our team. She's helping me plan from start to finish. Love her!

JMarch07 Posted:

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We have one and she has been great. It depends on what you want. Ours is $5,000 for help throughout (she gives recommendations but we made all the appointments) plus full DOC. She is also doing our decor and flowers (although we have to pay for whatever she uses). I have a question though - when your planner lives over an hour away from the wedding - what is the protocol with the hotel. Do we need to book her a room for both nights....just one??? Anyone know???

cherilicious16 Posted:

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I need a DODH...Day of Drink Hander......oh wait! thats my MOH

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