FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(FAQs)

FAQ: Why should you hire a wedding coordinator to help with wedding planning?
A hired Wedding Coordinator will ensure that you genuinely enjoy your wedding day.  You will have time to invest in your friends, family, and guests without worrying about the wedding day details.  Your personal Wedding Coordinator will give you the peace of mind that everything will run smoothly. Wedding coordinators are professionals who have experience and industry relationships that will allow the bride’s wedding vision to come to life.
 

FAQ: Will I still have some control over my wedding if I hire your team as my planner?
Definitely! We will do as much, or as little, as you want us to do during the wedding planning process.  We always ask you what you want, then make our suggestions to you and execute a plan along with you that will bring your vision to life.
 

FAQ: What makes your service different than other coordinators?
My experience and my personality set me apart from other planners. I am able to take care of all the details in an organized and business-like manner while maintaining my poise, style, and grace. With my past experience, I learned so many aspects of event planning, rehearsals, ceremonies, customs, décor,’ lighting, and more. I absolutely love what I do and want every wedding to be perfect. I only have one opportunity to give the couple the wedding of their dreams.
 

FAQ: How early should couples start to plan their wedding? Hire a wedding coordinator?
A reasonable period is 9 -12 months prior to the wedding date is a good time to begin your planning. You do not want to wait until the last minute and feel overwhelmed, but you also don’t want to be planning for too long. I recommend hiring your wedding coordinator right away, even for the ‘day-of-service coordination. You’ll want to get a contract signed to ensure the coordinator is available for your wedding date. I already have weddings booked for 18 months from now!
 

FAQ: Can we hire you as soon as we get engaged or should we wait?
As soon as you get engaged is recommended. Dates are booked well in advance and the sooner we begin planning, the better! If you are interested in the Signature Package, we recommend booking as soon as you have secured your date and venue.
 

FAQ: Do you take on more than one wedding per day?
No, we will never take on two weddings in one day. We typically do not even take on more than one wedding per weekend. This is another thing that sets us apart from other wedding planners. This allows us to only focus on you, not another couple, in the days leading up to your special day. Plus, wedding days are exhausting for wedding planners. We are running from one end of the venue to the other, up and down stairs, directing vendors and guests, and more. It would not be fair to you for us to have a wedding the day before yours. We focus only on your wedding and your wedding day needs!

Also, when you meet with one of our wedding planners that is the planner that will be there on your wedding day. We feel it is particularly important that we click. Some planning companies have you meet with the head planner and then assign your wedding day planner closer to the date, so you don't get to work with them through the entire process.  At One Impressive Event, we really get to know and become familiar with each other so that on the wedding day you are able to relax more and know you can trust your planner to take care of all the wedding day details.
 

FAQ: What type of packages do you offer?
We offer 7 coordination packages depending on what type of service the bride is looking for and how much assistance is needed. We have a variety of coordination services because experience has shown us that providing choices to meet your vision is essential for full-service planning. Our services include the Luxe Collection to add the finishing touches with the Gold Collection or our mid-range Silver Collection the Day-of-service coordination. Many clients enjoy our  Diamond Collection, which is our full-service coordination service. We can also customize services to meet specific needs such as Vendor collection, DIY, Event Enhancement, and Engagement.

Custom decoration services are also offered in addition to our wedding planning and coordination.  We also provide Vendor referral services, create, or complete your DYI projects, as well as review your plans and the extra touches to enhance your wedding day, along with custom Designs and Decor services. DIY invitations, prepare Agendas, Menus, Programs, Custom drink signs, and more . . . .
 

FAQ: What areas do you service?
We service all of Bexar County, as well as Texas Hill Country, Austin, Gurnee,  Texas coast, and destination weddings.
 

FAQ: What payment types do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, CashApp, Venmo, and PayPal. We do require an initial down payment to hold the date. We require a retainer and a contract, will then work with you to create a payment schedule that will work for you.
 

FAQ: There is a lot of talk about the “Day of Service”. Can you share what your experience has been and maybe the misnomer of the title “Day-of-Service”?
In reality, there is no such thing as a ‘Day-of-Service.’  A coordinator cannot just show up to your wedding day blind with no information or meetings prior. Too many things can go wrong. A coordinator still needs to meet with the couple prior to the actual day to gather information and details so that she can be the point person for the couple ensuring that everything goes smoothly as well as be able to properly execute their vision and run a successful event. We call our Silver Collection the  Day-of-Service because we schedule the final detail meeting with our couples 4-6 weeks prior. We are able to really get to know our couples, gather all of their information and details for the big day, confirm times with all vendors, and help to create a timeline. We are in constant communication with unlimited phone calls and emails for those 4-6 weeks prior to the event. You’d be surprised how many things come up that couples haven’t considered or even begun to plan at that 4–6-week mark.  Most often couples are grateful for that meeting as I help them get organized for the things that still need to be done that last month. Yes, they have done most of the planning themselves, but I help finalize everything and ensure that their vision gets executed.
 

FAQ: How do I book a date with you?
By emailing, calling, or filling out the contact form on our website. We will schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with you to make sure we are a good fit and that we can meet your needs. Most consultations take about 1 hour.
 

FAQ: Will you collaborate with vendors we select or only those you recommend?
We will absolutely work with your choice of vendors; however, we have a great team of preferred vendors that we work with should you need any referrals.
 

FAQ: A Wedding Coordinator is expensive; can’t my friends or family help out?
A coordinator is an investment in making sure your wedding day is beautiful & flawless while taking that stress and duty off you and your family. Just like you, your friends and family want to enjoy the day and celebrate with you rather than work your event for you.
 

FAQ: Are we going to be able to afford a Wedding Coordinator?
Yes! The average couple (without a wedding planner) spends over 300 hours planning their wedding. Much of that time is spent looking for vendors and then meeting with one after the other until you find the perfect one. As wedding planners, we have already done the homework and have formed relationships with quality vendors. By getting to know you we can then direct you to one or two vendors that match your personality as well as your budget. This service alone will save you many hours. You can then use those hours to work (make more money), spend with your fiancé, spend with your family, and more. Plus, we are often able to find vendors or venues that couples have never even heard of.
 

FAQ: What are the differences between a venue coordinator and a wedding coordinator?
A venue coordinator oversees the on-site staff, to make sure they are fulfilling their contractual obligations, serving food on time, etc. A lot of times the venue coordinator is not there for the duration of the event and/or they have other events they are overseeing on the property during the same time. A wedding coordinator works only for you to make every aspect run smoothly, greet all your vendors, send out a timeline prior, make sure you are having a great time celebrating, and ensure that your vision has become a reality.
 

FAQ: What does a Texas Wedding Coordinator cost?
Since each event is different, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with us to determine which services will best fit your needs.
 

FAQ: We are getting married in Texas but live in another state. Can you still help us?
Yes, we actually work with couples across the country. We’ve had clients that lived in NY, DC, CA, and even Hawaii and beyond! We've also worked with international couples that are coming to the states to get married. Having a wedding planner is quite beneficial in that situation since you most likely don’t have the time to fly in often to meet with vendors, etc. We also do destination weddings.
 

FAQ:  What are your next steps: One Impressive Event sounds exactly like what you have been looking for. So how does this process work?
The next step would be to meet in person or electronically to make sure that our personalities mesh and that we would both like to work together. If we find that we are a good fit for each other then we will sign the contract, pay a retainer, and start planning your fabulous wedding!
 

FAQ: Is there anything else we should know about you?
Our job is to make sure that the wedding day and the entire planning experience are stress-free and exactly as you imagined it. We begin by creating a timeline to keep you on track during the planning process. We also create a custom wedding budget for you. We love getting a great bargain and work hard to make sure you get the most for your money, aiming to come in below your budget. We recommend vendors that we trust and that we have a history of working with and that have consistently provided amazing service. Many offer discounts or complimentary upgrades, which we always pass on to you.

You will be busy enjoying your engagement parties or wedding showers, pinning away on Pinterest, looking through wedding magazines for ideas, and planning your honeymoon. So let us worry about keeping the planning and details on track throughout the process.
 

FAQ:  We have a few more questions before getting started. Can we call or email you to discuss this further?
Yes. Feel free to call me at 210-445-5731 or email me at info@oneimpressiveeventllc.com at any time. I cannot wait to hear from you!