AT LAST WEDDINGS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A wedding planner helps couples plan, organize, and coordinate all aspects of their wedding. From finding the perfect venue to managing vendors, timelines, and budgets, we ensure a stress-free experience so you can enjoy your special day.

Planning a wedding can take over 300 hours, leaving many couples overwhelmed and short on time. A wedding planner (like me) can provide valuable advice, recommend the best suppliers for your needs, style, preference and personality, and bring to life the wedding of your dreams. With a wedding planner you can save time, troubleshoot issues, ensure a stress-free planning journey and a seamless wedding day.

We recommend booking at least 12-18 months in advance for full planning services.However, we also offer last-minute coordination if your wedding is coming up soon.

A venue coordinator works for the venue and is primarily responsible for managing the venue’s operations on your wedding day. They focus on the logistics related to the venue. Ensuring the venue is ready for your big day Overseeing venue policies and health and safety protocols Managing the venue staff and ensuring cleanliness Handling in-house catering and other venue-specific services They are not responsible for planning or coordinating every detail of your wedding day, or helping you if you have a stain in your dress or if you're bustle breaks. A wedding planner works for you! We are entirely dedicated to ensuring that your wedding day is perfect, coordinating with all your vendors, managing the logistics, and ensuring your vision is realized. I also have a blog dedicated to this question where you can see all the differences between a on the day coordinator and a venue coordinator. Click here to find out more.

Having a wedding planner is a necessity if you want to have a stress-free and seamless wedding, it's not just a luxury. You're probably thinking I'm biased and I get it, but believe me, you will thank me after you read this! You're venue coordinator has the venue’s best interest, they work for the venue, not for you. While a venue coordinator is an important part of any wedding day, their role is limited to the venue. They normally handle things such as setting up tables and chairs, coordinating their catering, and ensuring that the venue is clean and ready for the wedding. For example, if an issue arises on the wedding day or if the venue policies changes after you signed the contract, who is going to advocate for you? Or if the venue has changed their set up and no longer has the chairs you agreed to? A wedding planner is someone you hire and is your advocate and represents your best interests and is responsible for so much more, before and on your wedding day. We will act as your advocates throughout the entire wedding planning journey, safeguarding your interests and ensuring every detail aligns with your dreams. We manage your budget, create a comprehensive timeline, and handle any unforeseen obstacles that may arise, we handle suppliers communication and can act as mediators if any issues arise. On top of that, your wedding planner will help all wedding suppliers set up and will give them instructions and will update them if there's any last minute changes, such us if the guest count goes down or for example, if it's raining and the event needs to me moved indoors your wedding planner will inform all your wedding suppliers and all your guests beforehand. A professional wedding planner it's the best investment couples can make on their wedding day but it's ultimately up to you! If you want someone on the day to make sure everything goes as you've envisioned and you want your wedding to be as stress-free as it's humanely possible and you're getting married in The UK or Europe, our bookings are open for 2024, 2025 and 2026.

To book a free initial consultation with us it's easy! - You can use the fancy contact form here - Email: info@atlastwedding.co.uk - Phone: 07831541033

After your free initial consultation, we will hold your wedding date for 7 days to allow you plenty of time to make an informed decision. We will send you a copy of our contract, outlining all of our terms & conditions. If you decide you want to go ahead then all that is left to do is sign the contract, pay the deposit we discussed and then the planning will begin!

For the wedding packages: Premium, Luxe, Half Board & All Inclusive After you sign the contract and paid the agreed deposit we can start planning your wedding straight away by booking your pre-wedding meeting and we will always be in touch! We can be in touch as much or as little as you want. For the wedding packages: On The Day & Full Board After you sign the contract and paid the agreed deposit we will send you a bespoke plan that matches your planning needs and a checklist to keep you on track! We will be in touch to book your wedding planning session, which will take place approximately 6 weeks before your wedding (this can be earlier or later, depending on your needs) to discuss everything that you planned. We will takeover from there and will always be in touch! If you require more support than what we previously agreed you can always upgrade your package or book more hours with us!

On your pre-wedding consultation we will go into more depth about your wedding plans. We will discuss in great detail several topics such as: Giving Notice Wedding Date Budget Guest Numbers Venue Catering Wedding Insurance Wedding Suppliers Save the dates & invitations Wedding Theme, Event Styling & Stationery Ceremony Reception Traditions & religion (if applies to your wedding) Contingency plans etc. This meeting is only the starting point. Sometimes it may seem early, but it's a crucial step in your wedding planning journey to ensure a stress-free wedding, align visions and create a plan!

We offer 24/7 unlimited communication for almost all of our wedding packages and we always aim to respond within 24 hours. We will always be in touch ensuring you're never left in the dark or struggling. You can rest assured that you'll have expert advice and a listening ear every step of the way.

Whether you need to discuss details late at night, on a weekend, or even during your lunch break, we're here for you. We offer late evening and weekend calls, Zoom meetings, and even face-to-face consultations to ensure you can connect with us at a time that's convenient for you. Additionally, most of our wedding packages include 24/7 unlimited communication, meaning you can reach out to us with any questions or concerns at any time, day or night.

Absolutely! While we at our wedding planning team strive to provide comprehensive services to help you create the wedding of your dreams, we understand the importance of you maintaining control over your special day. Our role is to guide you, offer expert advice, and execute your ideas seamlessly. We provide you with a range of options and recommendations, but the ultimate decisions are always yours.

We have a strict policy of hosting only one wedding per weekend. This exclusive approach enables us to dedicate our undivided attention, resources, and expertise to each couple's special day. By focusing on one wedding at a time, we ensure that every detail is executed to perfection.

The short answer is YES! From shoe cleaner, to glass cleaner, bobby pins, safety pins, stain remover, sewing kit... You name it, we got it!

Yes! If you’re looking for a small, intimate celebration—whether it’s an elopement, a chic city ceremony, or a cozy countryside gathering—we’ll make it just as magical as a big wedding.

We created a preferred list of wedding suppliers who are exceptional at what they do and they represent the best in their respective fields. While we wholeheartedly recommend them, this is ultimately your wedding, and we respect your vision and preferences. This list is merely a curated collection of talent designed to make it easier for you to find the perfect suppliers for your big day. We believe in fostering creativity and collaboration, so we're always open to meeting and working with new suppliers who bring unique skills to the table. Let us know your vision, and we'll do everything we can to help you create the wedding of your dreams, whether it's with our recommended suppliers or someone entirely new! Please Note: We have a strict policy of not accepting commissions from any of our preferred suppliers. Our recommendations are based solely on merit and our own independent evaluation of their products, services, and reputation. By maintaining this policy, we can ensure that our couples receive the highest quality recommendations without any potential conflicts of interest. We believe that our integrity and commitment to providing impartial advice are essential to building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our couples. Our couples can trust that our recommendations are made with their best interests in mind, without any hidden agendas or financial incentives influencing our decisions.

We offer a range of flexible payment options to ensure that your dream wedding becomes a reality. Whether you prefer to pay in installments or in full, we can work with you to create a payment plan that fits your individual circumstances. Our goal is to remove any financial barriers and allow you to focus on the joy and excitement of planning your special day.

We accept debit cards and bank transfers. We do not accept cash, credit cards or paypal.

We are fully transparent and all of our additional fees are included in our terms & conditions. Depending on where you're getting married, travel and accommodation additional fees may apply, but don't worry! You'll be provided with a bespoke quote following our free initial consultation.

Yes! We provide a comprehensive contract for all parties involved to sign.

You can find all information in our terms & conditions and/or in your contract.

Yes! We're fully Insured with public liability insurance, including property damage, and personal liability insurance.

Yes, I love planning destination weddings! Coincidentally, I'm Portuguese, and my journey in wedding planning began in the picturesque landscapes of Portugal. Whether you envision exchanging vows amidst the rolling vineyards of the Douro Valley, along the golden beaches of the Algarve, or in the romantic Villas of Lake Como in Italy, I will work tirelessly to create a destination wedding that is both unforgettable and uniquely tailored to your vision. I can guide you through the planning process seamlessly, ensuring that your destination wedding is an unforgettable experience. In March 2025 we'll have our first wedding in Brazil!

Yes! We know how to stretch a budget without sacrificing style or quality. We’ll recommend suppliers, negotiate contracts, and offer creative solutions so you get the most for your money.