WEDDING PLANNING SERVICES

Pre-Wedding Support:

Three strategic planning sessions at key milestones (6 months, 1 month, and 1 week before your wedding) to review your plans, identify potential issues, and ensure everything is ready.

Detailed runsheet creation with minute-by-minute timeline for vendors and key participants.

Vendor coordination including timeline distribution and final confirmations

Responsive email support throughout your planning journey (we respond within 24-48 hours on business days).

Wedding Day Coverage (6 Hours):

Vendor point of contact and management - we coordinate all your vendors so you don't have to.

Runsheet execution - we ensure every moment happens at the right time.

Ceremony cueing - we cue your processional, coordinate with celebrant and musicians, and ensure perfect timing

Styling and last-minute touches - we set up place cards, favours, signage, and any final styling details.

Guest assistance - we direct guests, answer questions, and ensure everyone knows where to be.

Food and beverage support - we coordinate with catering staff and ensure bridal party stays refreshed.

Problem-solving and troubleshooting - we handle any issues quietly and efficiently so you never have to worry.

• Organised couples who have already planned most details
• Couples who want professional execution of their plans
• Couples who value being present and relaxed on their wedding day
• Couples who have booked all vendors and just need day-of coordination

Deposit + Final Payment: 50% deposit to secure your date, 50% two weeks before your wedding.

Weekly Instalments: Spread the cost over weekly automatic payments (available for weddings 1-6 months out).

Yes!

• Additional wedding day hours: $150/hour
• Rehearsal coordination: $300
• Additional planning meetings: $150/hour

Everything in Essential Coordination, PLUS:

Extended Pre-Wedding Support:

• Six planning meetings from booking through to your wedding (in-person or virtual) to guide you through every major decision and milestone.

• Venue scouting support including venue recommendations, site visits to two potential venues, and guidance on contract negotiation.

• Complete vendor sourcing with personalised recommendations for photographers, florists, caterers, musicians, and all other vendors based on your style and budget.

• Vendor contract review to ensure you understand terms and identify any concerns.

• Wedding website build using your preferred platform, with RSVP management and guest communication.

• Seating chart coordination including guest list management, table assignments, and place card creation

• Stationery design for menus, place cards, table numbers, and signage to match your wedding aesthetic.

• Monthly check-ins with to-do list reminders and progress updates to keep you on track.

• Budget creation and tracking with detailed spreadsheet and regular updates (if required).

• Priority email support (we respond within 24 hours on business days).

Wedding Day Coverage (8 Hours):

• All Essential Coordination services

• Extended coverage for longer weddings or complex timelines.

• Bridal party support - we fulfil all requests and requirements from your bridal party throughout the day.

• Couples who want professional guidance through the planning process.
• Couples who feel overwhelmed by the number of decisions and tasks.
• Couples who value expert vendor recommendations and coordination.
• Couples planning 6-12 months out who want ongoing support.

• Deposit + Final Payment: 50% deposit to secure your date, 50% two weeks before your wedding.

• Monthly Instalments: Spread the cost over monthly automatic payments (available for weddings 6+ months out).

• Weekly Instalments: Spread the cost over weekly automatic payments (available for weddings 1-6 months out).

Yes!

• Additional wedding day hours: $150/hour
• Rehearsal coordination: $300
• Additional planning meetings: $150/hour

Everything in Supported Planning, PLUS:

Comprehensive Pre-Wedding Support:

• Unlimited planning meetings (by appointment) - we're here whenever you need us throughout your entire planning journey.

• Complete venue selection assistance including venue research, attending venue tours with you, and contract negotiation.

• Full vendor booking service - we don't just recommend vendors, we source quotes, coordinate bookings, and handle all vendor communication on your behalf.

• Complete design and styling service including mood board creation, colour palette development, styling concepts, and coordination of all visual elements.

• Comprehensive budget management from initial creation through to final vendor payments, with regular updates and recommendations.

• Master timeline creation including detailed timeline for you, your vendors, and your venue.

• Rehearsal attendance and coordination to ensure everyone knows their role and timing.
• Guest communication management including RSVP tracking, dietary requirements, accommodation. recommendations, and answering guest questions.

• Post-wedding coordination including final vendor payments, return of hired items, and any follow-up tasks.

• Priority email support (we respond within 12-24 hours on business days).

• Direct phone access for urgent questions throughout your planning journey.

Wedding Day Coverage (10 Hours):

• All Supported Planning services

• Extended coverage for full-day celebrations or complex multi-location weddings.

• Complete coordination from vendor arrival through to final pack-down.

• Busy couples who don't have time for extensive planning.

• Couples who want a completely stress-free planning experience.

• Couples planning from interstate or overseas.

• Couples who value comprehensive professional support from start to finish.

• Couples planning complex weddings (100+ guests, multiple venues, cultural traditions).

• Deposit + Final Payment: 50% deposit to secure your date, 50% two weeks before your wedding.

• Monthly Instalments: Spread the cost over monthly automatic payments (available for weddings 6+ months out).

• Weekly Instalments: Spread the cost over weekly automatic payments (available for weddings 1-6 months out).

Yes!

• Additional wedding day hours: $150/hour

• Welcome event coordination: $500

• Destination wedding travel: $800 + expenses.

Choose Essential Coordination if you've already planned most details and just need day-of execution

Choose Supported Planning if you want ongoing guidance and support through the planning process.

Choose Complete Planning if you want a hands-off experience where we handle everything.

A: Yes! Many couples start with Essential Coordination and upgrade to Supported Planning as they realise they need more support. 

We'll credit your initial deposit toward the upgraded package. However, we recommend choosing the right package from the start to ensure you have support when you need it most.

A: You can email us anytime with questions, and we'll respond within 24-48 hours on business days (Monday-Friday). 

For urgent questions, you can schedule a phone call or use your included phone consultations. We don't monitor emails on weekends or public holidays to maintain work-life balance and provide our best service during the week.

A: No travel fees for weddings anywhere on the Central Coast (Gosford, Terrigal, Avoca, Killcare, Somersby, Yarramalong, Wyong, Toukley, Ourimbah, and surrounding areas). Travel fees may apply for weddings outside the Central Coast region.

A: We understand that circumstances change. If you need to postpone, we'll work with you to transfer your booking to a new date (subject to availability). Our postponement policy will be outlined in your contract.

A: Yes, The Finery carries professional liability insurance for all wedding coordination and planning services.

A: Rehearsal coordination is available as an add-on service ($300) for couples who have booked one of our wedding day packages. We don't offer standalone rehearsal coordination without wedding day coverage.