FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Each couple receives a complimentary website to keep their guests up-to-date on information! Complimentary Consultation: All weddings we do are important and different. At the beginning of the planning process, dont think small. Think Big. Create your fantasy. You can always scale down. This approach is much better than beginning with just small ideas or focusing on small details. A big idea or a fantasy that captures your imagination will inspire you and help you create the wedding of your dreams with your own personal style and run this theme through your entire wedding. We will meet in whatever stage of planning you are in. Together we will discuss what your dreams and desires are so that we can help you create that thread of personal style that we can weave through every element of the wedding of your dreams. All Inclusive Package: This package allows unlimited hours of service Initial two (2) hour complimentary, no obligation consultation Budget preparation and track wedding expenses Assist in wedding professional selection, appointment set-up, and confirmation calls Unlimited personal phone consultations via phone, e-mail or in person Assist with invitation selection Development of wedding day agenda Processional and recessional development for ceremony Wedding professional follow-up correspondence Three meetings: one (1) on-site inspection, one (1) wrap-up meeting and one (1) final details engagement Professional advice and etiquette guidelines Providing a vendor itinerary to each vendor the week of the wedding Assist with ceremony program Confirmation calls to wedding professionals prior to wedding day Provide vendor referrals Provide referrals for ceremony and reception Guest response management Providing a wedding day itinerary for the wedding party and families Crisis management Rehearsal attendance/management Discussion of theme, color, style, and complete wedding design Instruction of duties to groomsmen, ushers, and bridesmaids Assist bride with dressing on wedding day and make sure dress and veil are perfect before your journey down the aisle Wedding day orchestration Act as wedding professional liaison to ensure that contracted duties are being performed See that the reception runs smoothly Organize processional line-up and cuing when it is time to walk down the aisle Act as photographer assistant, if necessary Assist with wedding day transportation Custom wedding calendar and check list One wedding assistant Wedding Emergency Kit Allow bride to enjoy her day stress free! And much more . Wedding Weekend Package: This package is limited to 16 hours of total service. Initial two (2) hour complimentary, no obligation consultation Rehearsal attendance/management Wedding day orchestration One wrap-up meeting for transfer of contacts (contracts, floor plans, menus, etc.) Confirmation calls to wedding professionals prior to wedding day Providing a vendor itinerary to each vendor the week of the wedding Professional advice and etiquette guidelines Assist with ceremony program Processional and recessional development for ceremony Instructions of duties to groomsmen, ushers and bridesmaids Venue walk-through with caterer and wedding service providers Miscellaneous phones calls to and from client Providing a wedding day itinerary for the wedding party and families Includes one Wedding Assistant Collect seating charts, layouts and cards Wedding Emergency Kit Crisis management Collect at rehearsal all items to be brought and set-up on the wedding day (favors, programs, guest book, place cards, cake servers, toasting glasses, etc.) Orchestration of your entire event from the time you wake until the time you leave as husband and wife. Allow bride and family to enjoy their day - stress free! A La Carte: Budget Preparation Wedding professional referral Discuss ideas for various venues Schedule and tour various venues Development of wedding day agenda Vendor coordination and questions to ask Securing an officiant Floor plans and/or seating charts Wedding favors Bridal party gifts Bridal attire Bridal registry Honeymoon Guest accommodations Out-of-state guests Welcome to Iowa customized packets
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Part of my job is to make sure I am up to date with the current and upcoming trends. I do EXTENSIVE research to find the unique touches to ensure that your wedding will be the one that everyone talks about for years to come and sets the bar for upcoming events!
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
Angie Couch has been planning events in the metro Des Moines area for several years. Angie became passionate about planning weddings. "I saw the stress that brides went through and wanted so badly to help them and I knew I could. I love bringing lifelong dreams to life." Angie has returned to the classroom and is completing the Professional Planners Certification program through the American Academy of Wedding Planners.