Event Planning DC

Planning an event is hard. An obvious statement but planning an event has so many factors of which to keep track that it can not only be stressful on the planner, but stressful on those who attend should anything go wrong. Event planning is a serious juggling act, but there are tools to help any planner manage all the elements that go into kicking off an event that nobody will forget. One of the most popular and convenient tools is actual event planning software itself. Whether you are planning a personal event or something in the corporate space , there exists planning software for all occasions. But the question is, what do you need to look for in event planning software? Can I Plan an Event From Scratch? If you’re about to start planning a meeting from scratch, you’ll have to understand exactly what steps to take in planning the event with which you may need software aid. Long before the event is kicked off you should have a website made for the event that also include...

Celebrating any occasion with friends, family, and business coworkers is always an important part of our lives to take a moment and appreciate the changes that life continues to have for us all. Attending these types of parties always is something to look forward to however hosting or throwing the party can be a completely different story. Often during wedding planning, a bride and groom can get very stressed and overwhelmed with all the planning for instance. Weeding through the hundreds of vendor options and spending endless hours trying to be sure that you are getting the best value for every dollar spent since we all know that large events can be very expensive. Choosing to hire a wedding coordinator is a perfect solution when Management Skills With a job title of Event Coordinator , one would expect the individual to be a professional in leadership tasks. One of the main requirements given to an event coordinator is to lead a team of vendors or team of individuals in t...

The day has finally come, your significant other has popped the question. Now the first step of planning a wedding begins but, where to start? Many couples are too busy or overwhelmed with the planning process on their own, so they consult the help from a wedding event coordinator. Choosing a wedding planner is not an easy task. Some planners are specific types such as destination weddings or other planners will have packages to choose from with different price points. When thinking of the term “Full- service” many of different thoughts can come to mind in the wedding planning world. You can read more from a few top wedding planners on what a full-service wedding package should include in, “ What Does Full-Service Wedding Planning Really Mean ?”. At the end of the day, it is most important to find a wedding planning specialist that will provide you the wedding of your dreams that you will cherish the memories of forever.

Summer is always a season that people are looking forward to. It’s one of the best times of the year to enjoy the outdoors. Many brides and grooms love the sound of having a summer wedding.  With all of the positive aspects to a summer wedding, every season comes with its fair share of things to consider. Hiring a wedding coordinator to help overcome these obstacles can save you a lot of stress. Learn a few important do’s and don’ts when planning your summer wedding below. Protection from The Sun The warmth of the sun does feel great but too much of a good thing will make any event a disaster. Give your guests opportunities to escape the heat.  This will make your wedding more enjoyable. When choosing an outdoor location, locate shade options as well as an available air-conditioned space if it is needed. If you cannot escape the sun at times during the wedding, be sure to supply guests with sunscreen.  Sunburn and overheating can become very serious and no ...

All couples are looking to maximize their wedding budget and although we have a billion and one suggestions, we love hearing ideas from other professionals.  In this article from Forbes, “ 7 Affordable Tips For A Fabulous Same-Sex Wedding ” there are quite a few fresh ideas couples should consider, whether it is a same-sex wedding or not.  As wedding coordinators , we love a good challenge and are well versed in a variety of affairs at all budget levels.  Our goal in planning your wedding is to make sure your day is flawless and that you are left without a care in the world other than marrying the individual of your dreams!  If you are on a tight budget check out the tips in this article for some ideas and give us a call so we can help make it all come together for you!

Its wedding season and you know what that means, our confusion about what proper attire is for the vastly different events.  The wedding coordinators at Event Planning DC are here to help with this easy guide on wedding attire. When the Invitation Says: White-Tie Wedding Dress Code This is attire for the most formal event you can think of.  Attire you would wear to attend a White House reception dinner .  Ladies should wear a formal, floor length gown with conservative jewelry, high heels, and an elegant clutch.  There are no exceptions to this.  Men should choose a tuxedo with tails.  A formal white shirt should be worn with a simple colored vest and bow tie, think white, gray, or black.  Formal footwear should be worn as well like derby shoes or oxford styles. When the Invitation Says: Black-Tie Wedding Dress Code A step down from formal, but still incredibly dressy, black tie weddings most often occur in the evening.  There are...

Let’s face it, there isn’t a perfect time of year to get married.  Each of the four seasons offers a laundry list of positives and negatives.  Today our wedding consultants dive into considerations that couples getting married in the spring face.  Spring Weather The weather throughout the spring is highly unpredictable.  Many parts of the country have beautiful seventy-degree days throughout the season while others have large temperature variations from one day to the next.  One thing that can be said for springtime weddings is that you usually don’t have to take precautions against a heatwave.  If you are having a spring wedding you may experience gray skies or a little rain, possibly even a little snow but you for sure don’t need to worry about your guests dehydrating in the heat and humidity found during a summer wedding.  Holidays When planning a spring wedding it is important to consider the different holidays that fall througho...