Give Wedding Builder your budget, vibe and priorities for a personalized local vendor roster and category-by-category plan.
1. Venue
Your venue locks in the date and affects almost every other vendor decision, from catering rules to transportation and rental needs. Secure this first unless you are working with a planner who is helping with venue selection.
2. Planner or coordinator
If you want full-service or partial planning, hiring early lets your planner guide the decisions that follow. Month-of coordination can usually be booked later, but popular coordinators still fill dates well in advance.
3. Photographer and videographer
Photo and video teams can only serve one wedding at a time. Once your date is firm, book the people whose style and personality feel right for you.
4. Catering and bar
If catering is not included with your venue, confirm food and beverage early. Menus, staffing, rentals and bar requirements can make up a significant part of the budget.
5. Entertainment
Bands and in-demand DJs often book far ahead. Music also affects ceremony audio, reception flow and venue sound requirements.
Then build the rest of your team
- Florist and event design
- Hair and makeup
- Cake and desserts
- Rentals and lighting
- Officiant
- Transportation
- Stationery
- Photo booth and specialty entertainment
- Content creator
- Honeymoon or travel support