Why Hire Us
- Why do I need a Wedding Consultant?
- In addition to helping make your wedding dreams come true, within your budget, a consultant will help you to save time. With today’s hectic lifestyle, many brides and their families do not have the time for the detailed planning and work that weddings require. A Professional consultant, working with you, can handle the details, allowing you to simply enjoy the engagement and be a relaxed Bride!
- How can I tell if a consultant is reputable?
- Be sure to ask the consultant during your initial interview what kind of education and experience they have. Does the consultant belong to a reputable Bridal Association such as The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC)? ABC members agree to uphold a Code of Ethics and Standards of membership. Always Eventful is a member of ABC and has been awarded the distinction of ìProfessional Bridal Consultantî by completing the Professional Development Program.
- Do Bridal Consultants get “kickbacks” from suppliers?
- Always Eventful does not accept commissions or kick-backs from vendors, instead we believe in giving any discounts offered back to the bride, thus saving the bride money by hiring reputable vendors. At no time do we ask for, solicit, or accept kickbacks, commissions, or booking fees from any of our vendors. Please know that when we refer a vendor to you for booking, we are doing so based upon their reputation and work ethic, not because it would benefit us!
- Why can’t I do the planning myself?
- You Can! But at times, planning the biggest event of your life can be overwhelming. A professional bridal consultant can save you time, save you money and save you stress! Always Eventful Consultants will work with you, always remembering that this is YOUR wedding, we simply want to help you enjoy every moment!
- What will a consultant charge?
- Some consultants charge an hourly fee, some a percentage of your wedding budget, some charge a flat fee. All are acceptable ways of charging for services. Always Eventful charges a flat fee based upon the initial budget of the wedding, the number of guests, and the overall style of the wedding. We do not charge an hourly fee, simply because we do not want our clients to feel that we are on the clock, we want our clients to feel free to call upon us at any time to answer questions, bounce ideas off of, or simply to talk! Overall, our goal is to assist you in planning your dream wedding, within your budget. It is our goal to save you money and time in all areas of your planning.in the end, we know we will be the ìbest money that you spend!
- What qualities should I look for in a consultant?
- You will spend a large amount of time with your consultant, before and on the day of your wedding. You should look for someone that you are comfortable with, someone that you can trust with the most important day of your life!