4 Qualities You Really Need in a Wedding Planner

A wedding planner must have a collection of impressive qualities that can handle everything from spreadsheets to flower walls to the most difficult guest who insists on taking over. Depending on the planner’s personality, it’s likely you’ll become great friends.

So, where do you begin the search for this amazing person? We’re glad you asked! Here are four qualities you really need in a wedding planner. 

People Skills

It sounds cliché, but it’s definitely not. The wedding planner must have outstanding people skills to work well with the bride and groom, their guests, venue staff and vendors. While giving information, encouragement and support to everyone involved, the planner should be effortlessly patient and kind yet firm and decisive at the right time. They should also be able to step back and let the day unfold, trusting in the magic of all the professional vendors. 

Style and Creativity 

A huge part of planning a wedding involves understanding, designing and executing the couple's vision for their best day ever. Wedding planners often describe the creative side of the job as their most favorite.

Organization and Management Skills

Even for a small wedding, there are a lot of people involved. Behind the scenes, there are more people working hard than those you can see from the altar or head table. A wonderful wedding planner will be able to manage all vendors from beginning to end with a solid timeline, clear communication and attention to detail.

Budgeting and Finance Skills

Essentially, a wedding planner must match your budget with your expectations. If either is not achieved, you won't be happy. It’s important for your planner to have great budgeting skills to assist you. 

As you can tell, there is a lot of talent, experience and skill wrapped up in each of these four qualities. Of course, some wedding planners will be stronger in certain areas, which is just fine. A virtual or in-person meeting, as well as a good look at the planner’s portfolio, will help you see if they tick the first two boxes, while online reviews will let you know if they meet the other two. 

We can confirm that we check all the boxes and are ready to start planning your dream wedding! Contact us today.