Plan It Out!

The forth step to our process at Elite Elegance, after the hard stuff (Design and Budget), is to help you pick the right people for you! Vendors are like the ingredients to your perfect salad. When they come together, they make everything exactly how you want it! Pick some bad lettuce, or some bad eggs, and it could leave a funny taste in your mouth…or your day not coming together exactly how you imagine it.
There are so many vendors out there and it can be hard to find the ones that fit you. Some charge more and may not have quality work, and some may not be the one that fits you. We are here to help. We have our preferred vendors list that we’ve personally worked with and can vouch for their ethic. If we haven’t worked with them before, we would meet with them prior to introducing our clients and make sure that what they have to offer is what you need and at the right price. There is a vendor out there for every style, budget and need and we want to make sure that before contracts are signed, our client is happy with their past work. When you sign with Elite Elegance, you will have full access to our ever growing list of amazing vendors here in the Reno/Tahoe area.
How do you know which is right for you? Based on the design, budget and “wants” that you desire for your wedding, we can choose a qualified vendor for each aspect of your wedding. On the day of, they will come together in the most professional and qualified fashion to create the moment of your dreams. We will be there to make sure everything is completed effortlessly.
We love all the vendors we have worked with and are so grateful to have them on our list! We have an extensive list of every vendor you could need from hairstylists to videographers, to photo booths, DJs, rentals and more! We have enjoyed our previous working relationships with them to the fullest extent! And those we have not yet had the privilege to work with have come highly recommended to us from our preferred vendors.
Choosing Elite Elegance doesn’t mean you’re just choosing a planner, it means you’re choosing an extended family that is there to help you PLAN IT OUT!

Where does my money go???

This is a very valid question lots of brides ask. Brides and grooms can end up spending more money than they want to or that they should because they don’t have a budget in place. It may not be the fun part about planning a wedding, but it is definitely the most integral part. Budget creation is our third process to making sure your wedding is perfect. Whether you are incredibly well off and can afford that extremely extravagant, over the top wedding or you are the frugal bride that wants to save every dime where she can, a budget must be created. Budgets help to outline where your money goes. It helps to establish what is important to you in your wedding and what can be cut if need be (i.e.: real vs. fake flowers or band vs. DJ.) At Elite Elegance, we are experienced in budget creation, maintenance and money management. We don’t want you to spend any more than you have to and we make it our highest priority to keep you within your limits.

How do we do that you ask? In our first round of meetings to discuss your event, the question we lead with is what you think you will be able to spend on your event. If you’re not sure, then we can help you by establishing what you can comfortably and realistically save weekly, biweekly or monthly. After determining that, we then figure out what is a must, what you are flexible about, and what you don’t want on your day. By answering these questions, we can then begin to compile your specific budget. We can tailor it to make sure it is exactly what you’ll need to have your perfect day. We are aware of what vendor costs run, so we will make sure that the budget is accurate to what you would need to spend. We also know how to save you money in EVERY aspect of your special day and will make every effort that you reap those benefits. This budget begins to help us find your vendors (which we will talk about in detail in our next blog).

The most important thing to remember about your budget, though it is essential to have, is that it is just an outline. If you end up realizing you have more money than you thought, you can choose to add it to your budget. If things are tighter than you expected, we can trim your budget. Though some clients are intimidated by this step, we will help you feel at ease about your financial status and making sure that you are not pushed out of your budget comfort zone. And most importantly, so you know…where the money goes!

Dream the Perfect dream!

A sample inspiration board of a beauiful fall wedding A sample inspiration board of a beauiful fall wedding

The second step in our company’s process to your perfect day is “Dance with Elegance into your Dreams”. In my opinion this is the most enjoyable step for us! This is where we get to begin to picture what your moment will look like. We encourage our clients to look through bridal magazines, websites online and pinterest, and really get a feel for what they love; colors and themes that stand out to them. After all, we are here to make your day happen! We can help you find the right flowers that fit you and your personality, centerpieces, colors…anything you need or want for your day. Some clients are simply too busy to handle any or all the details themselves, or have no clue what they want or really see anything that they love. We can help design your perfect day. Our company follows all the latest wedding trends and while we are getting to know you, we can figure out what would make your day the most elegant and special.

Design is one of the company’s specialties. We have an eye for detail, and we ensure that you, our client, will have what you envision as your perfect day, come to life. By using “inspiration” boards we can put together a mock- up of what your wedding could and would look like. Any idea you may have can be on the board and it helps our clients really visualize what their day will be. From save the date designs to aisle runners, centerpiece and tablescapes, we put it all out there and it helps the client decide what they like or dislike when they see things together. Having the “inspiration” boards can also help to jog some creativity as well in our clients. A lot of clients don’t know where to start and having a rough outline even of what their wedding could be helps to inspire those special personal touches that they would like to see at their event.

We also love the clients that have had their day planned from childhood! We enjoy bringing your dreams to life and really love that you want to make your wedding your own. We can give you advice with design, if needed…and if not, we will make sure your vision is brought to life!

We want your experience to be effortless and stress free and are excited to help you “Dance through your dreams!”

The right date for you is important!

The first step in our five-step process to create and pull off your amazing and perfect day is Save The Date.  The date can set the mood, tone, color, and even style of a wedding.  Most people tend to get married during “Wedding Season” — June through September, with June and September being the peak months.  Generally, this time has the best weather and people are usually more available in the summer.  If you are getting married during this time, venues and vendors will charge peak rates as it is their busiest time.

How do you know what date works for you?  The advice I give my brides is to really think about how they envision their wedding.  If you see lots of bright colors and knee-length or tea-length dresses, summer will probably be the best time.  Do you want a certain scenic background for pictures that not everyone else has? Maybe an autumn wedding would best suit your needs. Do you want a large or intimate wedding at dusk with a cozy feel? Maybe an indoor winter ceremony/reception is what you’re looking for.  Are there any dates that are significant or special to you and you partner? Often, weddings and events correlate with special dates and make it easier for you to choose.

Regardless, whatever date you choose will be meaningful and special to you and your partner.  Keep in mind that having flexibility with your date is definitely best, especially during the summer. Venues and vendors get booked far in advance so the actual date you want may not be possible!  One benefit if you want a fall or winter wedding: you’re almost certainly guaranteed your date.

Are you on a tight budget?  If so, getting married in off-peak times will save you a substantial amount of money! Venues and vendors are looking to fill their slots as business slows during the off-season. There are also other money saving days and dates. Booking on a weekday or a Sunday will also save you money!

Once you pick your date – whatever it may be – the planning process can fully begin.  We can create a timeline and stick to it to ensure that the months leading up to your event run smoothly.  We can also begin to really dive into what you are interested in having your event look like.

My final advice to you: don’t stress!  Your date is very important, but things can always be worked out if your specific date doesn’t work. Saving the date is just the beginning to creating the moment of your dreams!

Tanya & Matt

This tropical peacock wedding was chic with a touch of simplicity.  Simple vased Feather centerpieces lined the rectangular tables while purple and white poms lined the aisle to the beautiful outdoor gazebo. The bridesmaids donned dresses in the colors of peacock feathers, just the right amount of color incorporated to pull off the theme, not too  over the top!  The love the bride and groom was abundant, much like this beautiful theme!