FAQ’s
Photo by Alicia Mink
Hi Friends!
We thought we would put together a list of our most frequently asked questions, so here it goes…
Does Magnolia Event Design offer Day-Of Coordination?
The answer is a no and here is why….
“Day-Of Coordination" simply does not exist. The words "Day-Of" imply it takes place in 24 hours and "Coordination" implies we are just simply executing your plans based on the papers you gave me the night before your big day. No one is so magical that they can arrive on the day of your wedding and make all the moving parts work flawlessly. Event planning takes months of time (typically 10-12, though we have done in 7 days), effort and skilled expertise. Our services typically encompass months of hands-on planning, development, and design. It provides our clients with the peace of mind, support, and expert resources they don't even know they need until they need it! As an engaged couple, this might be your first time planning a wedding, but it is for sure not ours! With hundreds of weddings under our belt, we know Rome wasn't built in a day and neither will your ideal wedding! “Month of” is a comprehensive option for budget-conscious couples.
Do you plan and design all styles of weddings?
Yes, while Magnolia Event Design is known for its classically beautiful and romantic events, we are open to designing events for any vibe and vision. We are professionals and can create anything you can imagine thanks to wonderful vendor relationships.
We are not planning a luxury or high end wedding. Do we still need a wedding planner?
It is highly recommended to have a Planner for any size wedding or event. By nature, a wedding planner is a luxury item. Let's be honest, weddings are not an essential part of getting legally married but they are a luxury that we have come to love. A couple can easily go to a courthouse or justice of the peace to exchange vows. We love weddings because they are a chance to celebrate our love with our family and friends in a celebratory way. Let me give you an example to help explain my point. Building a house, no matter the scope has a Contractor. That Contractor has been working with and on that build since construction started. The Contractor is an essential part of the logistics and management of building the house. Just think of your wedding as building a house as the contractor as the wedding planner.
Is Magnolia Event Design LGBTQ Friendly?
100% YES! Magnolia Event Design welcomes all loving couples. We pride ourselves in being an inclusive company that represents ALL people equally. I know same-sex couples can be fearful when reaching out to wedding vendors. Sadly, this industry has not caught up as quickly as it should. Magnolia Event Design is here to change that! Love is love.
Will Magnolia Event Design travel?
We love to travel. Most of our events are in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Malibu, Westlake and Ventura County, but we will travel anywhere (typically there is an additional travel fee, but just ask and we will create a package that works for you!). Weddings or Events more than 50 miles from our offices as well as out of state weddings usually require a travel fee and hotel accommodations. We love & know New York and Texas well. Do you have a ranch or family home that you would love to get married on? Let us know.
Hamptons, New York | Photo by I Heart My Groom
My venue provides a "coordinator". Should I still hire a Wedding Planner? Is there a difference between the two?
The simple answer, YES! Venue Coordinators (Managers) are provided by the venue for the venue, not the couple. They are not responsible for the months of planning, design, logistics and helping to run the ceremony, decorating the site or keeping track of the timeline throughout the night. Venue Coordinators (Managers) and Wedding Planners are both VERY important positions but serve completely different purposes. Your venue manager and wedding planner should be working in tandem to ensure that the event is a success. Check your contract and talk to the venue to find out details of what the Venue Coordinator is participating in. Don't wait till it's too late. Most venues welcome and will highly encourage you to bring your own Wedding Planner.
Do you plan events other than weddings?
Although we pride ourselves on our wedding planning and design services, any place where there is a group of people, food and good times we will be there! Non profit, corporate events, proposals, rehearsal dinners, retirement parties, birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, , gender reveal parties, bachelorette festivities- you dream it, we can create it!
Is Magnolia Event Design insured?
Yes, we carry one million dollars of liability insurance for our protection. We encourage all of our clients to obtain wedding insurance for themselves as well.
How Many Planners Are Included in Your Packages?
In any given Magnolia Event Design package, there will be 1 Planner and at least 1 associate planner or assistant at your event. Additional assistants might be added depending on the number of guests, services and multiple venue locations. We can customize and tailor to your event needs.
Left- Floral Designers Freddie and Bree, Right- Event Planners Lindsey & Niki | Photo by Michelle Beller
Have a QUESTION you don’t see answered here? Email us hello@magnoliaed.com