Weddings can be such beasts to plan and it can be really easy to have decision paralysis when you’re starting to look at vendors. These five vendors are the very first that you should book to get the decision-making process started and will help influence the design choices you make through the rest of the planning process!!
NO. 1 | YOUR PLANNER
If you are planning to hire a planner, your wedding planner should be your very first decision. They can handle vendor communications with your other wedding vendors when it comes to booking or may offer suggestions for who you should consider based on their level of coverage. No matter what services your planner provides, hiring them first will ensure the following vendors you hire will work as a cohesive team!
NO. 2 | YOUR VENUE
Your venue will determine your actual wedding date (most couples choose their wedding date based on the availability of the venue they want to get married at). Your venue will also determine the style you’ll want to book for your other vendors.
NO. 3 | YOUR MEDIA TEAM
Wedding day media teams are made up of photographers, videographers, and content creators. These vendors will determine how your memories are captured for the rest of your life, so booking the ones that you want to document your day while they are still available is vital.
You do not need to hire a company that does all three, hiring a different person to do each one is perfectly normal! You will want to ensure, however, that their posing/directing styles are all similar so that they work well together to bring your vision to life!
NO. 4 | YOUR CATERER
People need to EAT and choosing an option that feels like you and that will serve the dietary needs of your people well is a huge priority! I recommend reserving the one you want sooner rather than later, especially if you are looking for a very specific culinary menu!
NO. 5 | YOUR FLORIST
Your wedding day florals are a HUGE part in bringing the artistic design for your wedding to life, particularly if you have a large floral budget. Opting for more florals in your wedding day means you won’t need to plan as much for centerpieces or aisle lining decoration because your florals will bear the weight of the decor. Choosing a florist who fits with the aesthetic of your wedding is crucial to a cohesive design!
