So, today we’re talking about organizing your wedding. Venue, décor, wedding menu, there are plenty of things to plan for this special day. And there are people who take care of all the preparations for you: wedding planners. Some even specialize in sustainable weddings. We’ll tell you all the benefits of hiring an eco-friendly wedding planner. Let’s get started!
The history of wedding planners
Those who have seen Le sens de la fête will still remember the excellent Jean-Pierre Bacri playing the role of the master of ceremonies tasked with organizing a lavish wedding. Rest assured, in reality, wedding planners are not as grumpy as he was.
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On the contrary, their goal is to make your life easier. You can trust them with your eyes closed. Wedding plannersare attentive and creative professionals who are helpful and highly available to ensure your day is perfect and reflects you. Today, the profession has a great reputation, so much so that it has already been the subject of films—just imagine how well it has struck a chord with the French.
They are also called “Bridal Consultants” in the United States or “Wedding Consultants” in England. Behind all these terms lies the same role. A wedding planner, as the name suggests, is a wedding planner. They organize your wedding in the same way a travel agent would organize your holiday or an architect would build your house. The wedding planner offers a support and coaching service for the organization of your day, taking care of coordinating all the stages and hiring the right artisans and service providers. They search for the venue and caterer, take care of the décor and the layout of the venue, the entertainment and photography, and help you find and organize relationships with other service providers (dress designers, jewelers). The day before and on the big day, they are there to set up the room, manage the logistics and welcome the guests.
In the United States, it is estimated that over 80% of American weddings are organized by wedding planners. Isn’t that crazy? In France, engaged couples are still a little shy, with around 10% of them hiring their services for their wedding. The profession has now reached a new level, and thanks to word of mouth, wedding planners are gradually becoming more well-known. When we look back at history, we realize that wedding planners have ancestors in French history. Are you ready for a little history lesson?
We have to go back to the 16th century to discover a profession similar to that of today’s wedding planners. In 1585, Henry III created the position of Grand Master of Ceremonies, whose role was to take care of the organization of all the crown’s public ceremonies. Their area of expertise ranged from royal banquets to royal family weddings. They took care, for example, of logistics, the coordination of workers, the budget, and event planning. A century later, the profession developed with the creation of the administration of the King’s Menus-Plaisir, responsible for court ceremonies. Today, you no longer need to be a king to have your wedding organized by a professional; anyone can hire a wedding planner.
The benefits of hiring a wedding planner
Save time
It is no secret that a wedding takes time to prepare. And it is not easy to find free time when you work all week. The wedding planner is there to put your mind at ease and save you time. They help you find service providers at the best prices and unearth even real gems and great finds so that everyone, the newlyweds and the guests, has a memorable day.
Have more ideas and stick to your budget
We often have ideas galore when the wedding preparations begin, and very often, we struggle to sort through them or define them concretely. For others, it is sometimes a lack of ideas that can hold you back. The wedding planner listens to all your wishes and uses their creativity without exceeding your budget. With their network of contacts, they know exactly who to contact to ensure your limit is not exceeded. You can trust them; they have already had many successful trials.
Stay calm
The Wedding Planner organizes your wedding reception wine, the menu for your wedding meal, the number of bottles to plan for or the choice of wines and dishes, they are there to take care of everything with the caterer and the service providers they have chosen. Everything is planned so that nothing unexpected can happen. You can lean on them; they take care of everything.
Some wedding planners even offer à la carte packages; they can step in for weddings that have already started their preparations to take over, take care of the coordination of the service providers during the day and evening, and even take care of the style and décor of the reception venue without hiring a decorator. For the venue, whether you want a country style or exotic, alpine chalet or rather provincial château, you just have to tell your organizer your wishes and they will take care of finding rare gems so that your day is perfect. For entertainment, games, and musical choices, they find original and inventive ideas: tasting stands, chocolate fountains, quiz shows, concerts, or dance battles—all you have to do is share your own ideas with them or let yourself be guided.
Eco-friendly wedding planners
More and more couples are concerned about the environmental impact their wedding can have. A traditional wedding produces an average of 15 tons of CO2, which is far too much—we all agree. If you are reading this today, it means you are environmentally conscious and want to hold an event that aligns with your values. And that is where your eco-friendly wedding planner comes in.
They find sustainable and responsible solutions : a seasonal, local, vegetarian-friendly menu with a caterer, installations such as eco-friendly nomadic tents and sustainably managed wood structures (FSC) to host your wedding reception wine, they find committed dress designers for your wedding dress. You can find eco-friendly wedding planners near you wherever you are in France, such as Sarah Rozan in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Ma Vie de Bohème in Paris, or even My Green Event. They take care of organizing a beautiful planet-friendly wedding for you. From invitations to wedding gifts to the choice of wedding rings, nothing is left to chance.
And yes, there are responsible options for every element of your wedding. For example, you can find an organic and fair-trade wedding dress and suit from Elsa Gary or La Sève, recycled paper invitations, and ethical diamond or recycled gold wedding rings from Or du Monde or Paulette à Bicyclette. There are plenty of options, and your wedding planner is there to advise you and share all their best contacts.
And of course, an eco-friendly wedding means great organic wine for your wedding reception wine and wedding meal? Oé wines are perfect for complementing the menu your wedding planner has planned with the caterer. Red, white, sparkling, there is something for every taste and every dish. We’ll leave you to discuss it with the wedding planner of your choice. Less stress, more pleasure for you and more good for the planet. In short, a wedding that combines doing good with enjoying the good things—we say yes!
P.S.: If you would like to taste organic wines for your wedding, we’ll give you the tasting set for free if you book for your wedding day!
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