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Beyond Elegant Events

Waunakee, WI 53597

Business Description

Beyond Elegant Events is a company in Waunakee that has a team of seasoned event and wedding planners, designers, and coordinators. The staff has a long, pleasant history in the Southern Wisconsin bridal industry, and it is a recipient of several honors. Beyond Elegant Events is a founding member of The Madison Wedding Guild, and it maintains solid partnerships with the state's most reliable vendors. Some of the services are locations search, addressing invitations, and venue decoration.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (1)

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5.0
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Bucky's Rentals

Oregon, WI 53575

Business Description

Bucky's Rentals is a party vendor in Oregon that engages in wedding planning, corporate and community event consultation, catering, venue decorating, and similar services. The shop offers modern audio-visual equipment, lighting systems, dance floor amenities, and generators, and it also provides tents and other portable structures, such as gazebos, arches, columns, and French doors. Bucky's Rentals is a family-owned business that has been in the industry for more than 20 years, and it gives personalized and affordable packages to meet the requirements of every project. Clients can call or complete the online form to book a free initial meeting.

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3.9
Google
3.9 / 5 (28)
Yelp
2.5 / 5 (7)
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Capitol Weddings & Events

Waunakee, WI 53597

Business Description

Capitol Weddings & Events is a consulting and planning company in Waunakee that has been serving Greater Madison for more than 10 years. The team of experienced and trained professionals offers packages that suit each client's taste and needs, and some of the services are complete coordination, day-of direction, venue selection assistance, decoration management, and budget tracking. Capitol Weddings & Events can provide representation during meetings with vendors, and it gives a complimentary initial session. The website contains a gallery and testimonials from satisfied customers.

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4.0
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Cherry Blossom Events

Verona, WI 53593

Business Description

Cherry Blossom Events is a wedding planning provider in Verona that is a recipient of Wisconsin Bride Magazine's Best of 2014, 2013, and 2012 honors. The founders best of friends, who are both University of Wisconsin-Madison alumni, and they work throughout the Midwest and beyond. Cherry Blossom Events also handles other occasions, from intimate family dinners to high-attendance corporate functions, and it produces the Camp Wedding workshop for vendors. The company opened in 2010, and their first real fairy-tale project took place at Lake Windsor Country Club.

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (4)
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Harmonious Union Events

Monona, WI 53716

Business Description

Harmonious Union Events is a wedding planning company in Monona that “highlights love, family, and friends in the most important ways possible.” The owner has more than five years of industry experience, and she takes pride in designing and implementing her own splendid wedding in Mexico. Harmonious Union Events also handles non-matrimonial occasions, including family celebrations, high school reunions, and office meetings, and it rents out party items, such as dinnerware and lights. The full-service package includes unlimited communication between the team and the client, attendance at vendor meetings, and coordination of guest accommodations.

Reputation:

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (4)
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Piece of Cake Consulting

McFarland, WI 53558

Business Description

Piece of Cake Consulting is a wedding planning company in McFarland that caters to individuals and families from Greater Madison. The owner and manager is a certified bridal consultant, and she has more than five years of experience in making hosts and guests happy. Piece of Cake Consulting handles both intimate ceremonies and lavish receptions, and it is a recipient of the 2016, 2015, and 2014 WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards. The staff does not overbook the schedule, so they can give the clients the attention they deserve, and the areas of focus include budgeting, contract negotiation, and vendor coordination.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (15)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (3)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (2)

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Planned Spontaneity

Monona, WI 53716

Business Description

Planned Spontaneity is a wedding, commitment, and event planning company in Monona that calls itself, “The Celebration Specialist.” The shop is a locally owned business, and it takes the eco-smart, fair-trade approach to creating beautiful ceremonies and receptions. The founder is an environmentalist, who holds a master's in oncology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a bachelor's in elementary education from Northern Arizona University, and she brings a mix of creativity, analysis, and conscience to the planning and coordinating process. Planned Spontaneity offers various packages, and the à la carte options include detailed budgeting, contract review, RSVP tracking, cake service, staffing, and clean-up.

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

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5.0
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Simply Weddings

Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Business Description

Simply Weddings is a wedding and event planning company in Sun Prairie, WI that is a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants. The staff commits to taking the burden of preparations off of the couple's and their families’ shoulders, since many couples are overwhelmed by the wedding planning process, and don’t have the time or energy to spend on it. They help their clients plan a beautiful wedding and take care of all of the details so their wedding doesn’t feel like work. The process begins by listening to the client's story and taking their vision and needs into consideration. Simply Weddings manages all of the stressful details, so their couples can enjoy their day with family & friends, knowing they have someone working for them on their big day!

Reputation:

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4.6
Google
4.7 / 5 (10)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    A wedding planner can be a significant help on your special day. The happy couple and their closest loved ones should be able to enjoy their wedding day without worries. A wedding planner eases the burden off the couple, handles any problems that arise during the planning process and on the wedding day, and helps to put on a fantastic wedding.

  • How do you become a wedding planner?

    There are courses and diplomas people can take to become a certified wedding planner; however, it’s not necessary. Regardless of if an individual gets a certification, the most essential step is to gain experience. Most wedding planners start by doing a few free weddings to build a portfolio. That portfolio can be used to promote the business and attract new clients.

  • How much does a wedding planner cost?

    The national average cost of a wedding planner in 2019 was $1,500. However, it should be noted that this can vary dramatically. Average costs can vary from state to state. Additionally, factors such as the size of the wedding, the level of planning, the extravagance of the wedding, and the wedding planner’s experience can all change pricing.

  • Do wedding planners have specialties?

    Yes, wedding planners can have specialties. For example, some wedding planners may specialize in destination weddings. Or wedding planners can specialize in the extent of wedding support they offer. A day-of-coordinator will only arrive on the day of the wedding and help during the day. In comparison, a complete wedding planner will help with the planning and execution of the wedding.

  • How do you know if you need a wedding planner?

    Hiring a wedding planner is a personal choice. Ultimately, the wedding couple needs to decide if they have the budget for a planner and if they believe the investment to be worth it. For example, some people enjoy planning events, so they wouldn’t need a wedding planner. Conversely, planning stresses other people, so it might be a task they want to outsource.

  • Is there a certification to become a wedding planner?

    The wedding planning certification industry is “largely unregulated.” This means that while you can get a wedding planner certification, it might not always be from a qualified source. One trusted source is the certification from the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners.  

    A certification can be a great asset, but there are many qualified wedding planners who don’t have a certification.

  • How do you find a destination wedding planner?

    Planning a destination wedding is very different from planning a local wedding. You’ll want to find someone who has experience organizing a destination wedding.

    Many destinations offer an in-house wedding planner. However, if you need to find your own destination wedding planner, local Facebook wedding groups are an excellent place to ask for referrals.