"We've Booked Most of Our Vendors, So We Don't Need a Planner": Why That's Only the Beginning
- Parris Balazs
- Mar 19
- 3 min read
Planning a wedding is a lot like preparing a five-star gourmet meal. We completely understand why couples feel confident after booking their vendors—it’s an exciting milestone! But time and again, engaged couples come to us saying, "We've already booked most of our vendors, so we don't need full planning." This statement is as flawed as someone saying, "I've never cooked a gourmet meal, but I bought all the spices, so I don't need the help of a chef." Booking your vendors is JUST the tip of the iceberg when it comes to your wedding, just like buying spices is a key part of preparing a meal, but it’s hardly the start of cooking.
So, you bought the spices (booked your vendors). Now what? What cooking strategies are needed for the multiple types of proteins you'll be serving? What goes in the pan first? At what point do you add more ingredients or dilute them to achieve the perfect flavor? When do you take the pan off the heat? Do you even have the right pots, pans and utensils—the necessary tools to cook this meal properly? With 10 to 15 items on the stove (the average wedding has 12 vendors), who is going to help you stay on track with shifting things around and sharing the burners? Do you have the right serving equipment? Who will clean up after the meal? And wait—the venue requires trash generated from catering to be hauled off-site. Did you coordinate this with a trash removal service ahead of the big day? You did? Great! But now the trash collectors are here and point out that their contract states the trash can liners must be provided by the client. Do you have trash can liners? No? Oh no...
We understand that planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, and you're doing your best to make all the right decisions. But imagine deciding to wing it and prepare a meal, even though you've never cooked this type of dish before. You have no gourmet cooking skills, no step-by-step instructions—just a list of ingredients. Do you really want to serve this meal to your guests, who have traveled from near and far to celebrate with you, when it’s been thrown together without expertise and little more than hope for the best?
And when it's time for you, the bride, to sit down and enjoy your meal, you deserve to relax and soak in the joy of the moment. But instead, guests come to you asking a million questions: "Where do I put my gift?" "When will my table number be called?" "Where is the restroom?" "Can I move tables to sit with my friend?" "What time does the shuttle arrive?" "When is the cake being cut?" Suddenly, you're managing logistics instead of savoring your big day.
You’ve put so much love, time, and effort into your wedding. You deserve to have it come together beautifully—without stress, without scrambling, and without sacrificing your joy. Wouldn't it be better to have your guests sit down to a beautifully set table and indulge in the meal of the year—an experience they'll remember forever? A wedding is no different.
Don’t put that pressure on yourself. Work with an experienced planner who has the tools, resources, and know-how to craft an event that is seamless, unforgettable, and stress-free.
Booking vendors is just the beginning. The real magic lies in execution—the details and logistics that only become second nature after doing it a hundred times (just like we have!). Let a seasoned professional bring all the elements together seamlessly, so you can fully enjoy the celebration you’ve dreamed of, without the stress or regret.
Parris Balazs
Certified Wedding Planner
Eventfully Chic by Parris
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About: Eventfully Chic by Parris is a leading wedding planning company in South Carolina dedicated to transforming your dreams into enchanting realities. Owner and lead planner Parris Balazs has built her brand on a foundation of trust, reliability, and a commitment to excellence.
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