I want to make sure you know 100% what to expect when working with me, so right away I provide this timeline and answer a few questions in advance.
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Everything is in "countdown" format, so leading up to your wedding day here is the communication you can expect from me by the way of reminders, milestones announcements, monthly check-ins, and strict deadlines.
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And of course, if you want we can start working on anything earlier than listed here!
Within a week of booking - Getting Started
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I will send you the link to the google folder that will have all of the files and details pertaining to your wedding ceremony.
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In this folder, you will find the main document we will be working on for your ceremony. At the top of the document is a place for ALL the details (outline, vendor info, etc.) as well as a few notes and questions that I will have later in the planning process, so you can start making decisions for the flow of your ceremony.
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Days 400 - 150
I am here for referrals and to answer all your questions!
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There is not much that we need to cover during this time. However, if you want to start on anything sooner than outlined, I am totally down, just let me know. I do like to have our initial meeting around 150 days prior to the ceremony. And I will check in via email or text to see how the planning is going.
Days 150-100
Getting to know each other & start working on your vows!
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120 Days - Expect a separate email to each of you with a questionnaire that I like you to fill out so I can get to know you and know more about your love story so your wedding ceremony can be just as unique as your love.
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Also, it is time to start thinking about vows, especially if you are writing your own. When I send out the questionnaire, I also share some ideas via a link to a webpage to get you started.
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100 Days - Deadline for the "Tell me about you and your love story" questionnaire to be completed
Days 100-50
It is getting real… it is time to finalize the details!
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100 days - It is time to make decisions and changes to your ceremony, and plan our next meeting (at 90-75 days)
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Let’s set up a meeting time, to review all things ceremony-related; I send you a link to schedule this at your convenience.
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Time to think about all the details! (Remember to fill in the outline section of the ceremony document)
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60 Days - Ceremony will be basically finished at this point.
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Deadline to have input on the rough draft of the ceremony; also have each sent me a rough draft of your vows.
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Deadline for me to have the first version of the personalization back to each of you.
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Days 50-30
Communication is key!
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50 days - Milestone check-in, by this time we will have had at least one meeting, & know all about each other's pets!
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30 days - I send an email with instructions on how, where, and when to get your marriage license.
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Days 30 - 15
You will be so glad that you have me in your corner!
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30 days - I will reach out to schedule a final meeting (this meeting will be 1-2 weeks from the ceremony)
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21 days - Follow-up on all the details of the ceremony (ceremony music, vendors, timeline, processional order, etc.)
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15 days - Deadline for the final approval on the ceremony and personalization. At this time I have you read through it one last time, and let me know via email or text that it is approved.
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15 days - Deadline for vows to be finalized. Now, you can write them in vow books, or just relax knowing I will have them printed for you and ready to go on your wedding day. Also, a check-in to make sure you have gotten your marriage license.
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Days 15 - 5
All the last-minute details!
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15 days - Our final meeting will be scheduled to take place within the next week. That is when we make sure everything is on track and perfect for your wedding day!
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10 days - Reach out to other vendors and introduce myself (if I have not done so already)
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7 days - Reminder email with a checklist of things to remember on your wedding day.
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Days 5 - 1
The final stretch...
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5 days - Relax, take a deep breath. It is almost time to marry the love of your life!
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1 day - I send a day before the wedding check-in (usually text) just to see how you are and if you need anything at all... vent? good vibes sent? whatever it is, I've got you!