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Wedding Words

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Everyone you love knows just how wonderful your wedding day is going to be and they’ll come from all over the world to come and celebrate with the two of you! It’s very important to take care of your out of town guests because they have to spend a little more money to arrange travel accommodations, some may even have to take a couple days off from work. You may have never thought of it but here are a few things to consider for guests traveling near and far.

Room Block –
a set number of hotel rooms set aside in advance for a group of people. Creating a room block allows for your guests to book rooms at discounted rates and takes the guess work out of deciding what hotel might be most convenient for your event, especially if you’ll be providing a shuttle service.

Welcome Bag –
a bag filled with goodies to greet your guests upon arrival. The bags can be filled with yours and your fiancé’s favorite snacks, drinks and desserts, necessities for the hotel room or items themed to the city you’re in – you can get really creative with these no matter what direction you decide to go in!

Shuttle Service –
a type of public transport to provide your guests with transportation services on small buses or vans. You can arrange for pick up and drop off at the hotel in which you’ve setup a room block, this will create peace of mind knowing your friends and family will ‘make it to the (right) church on time’.

These are just a few small gestures to show your guests just how much you truly appreciate them for making the trip to witness your I Do’s!

 

Las Vegas Wedding Planning FAQ

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As Las Vegas wedding planners, we get asked a lot of questions. So, today we have answered some of our most common questions for you. We hope they help you in your decision of hiring a wedding planner.

Why should I hire a wedding planner?

Wedding planners are a great resource to help guide you through the wedding planning process. We have the inside track to all of the venues and vendors; we build a team that is best suited for you. We eliminate the 20-40 hours a week that you would spend on the research, planning and finding ways to bring those magazine pages and Pinterest photos to life.

What does a wedding planner cost?

Hiring a wedding planner is an investment for your peace of mind, busy schedule and to guide you throughout the wedding planning process. We are with you from the engagement till you’re off on your honeymoon. We adore the amount of time we are with you, our fee is a reflection of our time invested in creating your wedding. Planners structure their cost a number of different ways. At Scheme you will receive a customized proposal with a flat rate for our wedding planning and design. Contact us to receive your custom quote.

What will you do for me?

Wedding planners are your best friend through the planning process. Anything that you need wedding related… we are here for you! As your expert in the wedding industry, we avoid the costly mistakes that you could run into when planning your wedding alone. We know reputable vendors that we work with closely and will recommend based on your style and budget so you don’t run into any mistakes. It’s your wedding day after all… you want it to be perfect!

How do you find inspiration in your design?

We each come from three very different design backgrounds and cultures. Their styles are similar yet different and finding inspiration in each other is something they love. Scheme Events has designed their style around what they love to create and design. Any style from rustic hanging bistro lights to an avant-garde ballroom; succulent desert experiences to glamorous Gatsby soirees… you name it, they will do it in style. Scheme Events loves to create stylish and contemporary weddings in the Las Vegas wedding industry and want to make your wedding day different!

Am I a part of the design of my wedding?

We wouldn’t have it any other way! We love your input in your wedding design. We take the inspiration you give us from how you and your fiance like to spend your days together, favorite pieces in your home, favorite shopping spots, and much more. We love to pull in pieces of who you are as a couple and design your wedding around that. You have full say in what you do and don’t like and are able to be a part of the design process as much or as little as you would like.

Who will be my planner on my wedding day?

Upon booking with Scheme Events you will be assigned one lead planner. Your lead planner will be your main point of contact throughout the planning process. Behind the scenes, the Scheme team works together to design and develop your wedding day. Your lead planner will be present on the wedding day with additional staff.

What are your standards of communication?

We are in a city that runs 24/7, as your Las Vegas wedding planner, we have a policy that we will return all emails and phone messages within 24 business hours. For your consultation we would love for you to visit our studio in Las Vegas. However, if you are unable to, we are happy to Skype with you. Upon booking we are available to communicate with you via Skype, phone or email throughout the planning process.

 

Should I hire a Las Vegas wedding band or wedding DJ?

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If you are in the thick of wedding plans, you probably understand this universal truth: Wedding planning in Las Vegas comes with decisions, decisions, decisions! From Dress to Band, How to Plan Your Wedding for it be meaningful and memorable can be one of the most stressful things you’ll go through in life. An important decision you’ll need to think about is your wedding entertainment.  Will you hire a Las Vegas wedding band or wedding DJ?  We want to discuss a few pros, cons and myths about a band versus a DJ!  We always think an element of live entertainment is a great way to include a personal touch to customize your wedding.

Myth #1: Wedding Bands only play 1 style of music.

Not true.  So many musicians nowadays are just like you and have a variety of tastes.  They’ll play all your uncle’s wedding favorites, your sisters country tunes and your friends Top 40 hits.  There are bands that specialize in certain areas and those are perfect if you are going for a specific vibe or atmosphere at your event.  We’ve had 80’s cover rock bands, bluegrass bands and your typical wedding band with all the classics.  Don’t feel pigeon-holed by a band.  A band creates an amazing energy at a wedding that nothing can else can duplicate!

Myth #2: A DJ will be on the microphone all night and try to play the Chicken Dance.

Not true.  Use a Las Vegas wedding planner to find the right fit if you are convinced a DJ is the way to go for your wedding.  DJ’s all have a different approach and style to weddings, so it’s important to interview a few people and have a connection with your DJ.  You will create a list of a few Must Play Songs at the wedding as well as a Do Not Play list.  If you have a great bond, trust your DJ to know your style of music and keep the party going.  DJ’s have nightmares of empty dance floors, so if what they are playing isn’t groovin’ with your crowd, they will change it up quick to get the floor packed again!

Myth #3: I have to pick a Band OR a DJ.

Not true!  You can certainly use both and create the best of both worlds!  A wedding band will need breaks, usually for every 45 minutes they play, a 15 minute break will be taken to rest those vocal cords or strumming fingers.  Bring in a DJ to fill those breaks and rotate some of your dancing crew.  Some people will grab a drink, rest their feet or enjoy a late night snack while the music changes.

Myth #4: My friend is a nightclub DJ and will be perfect for my wedding and save me some cash.

Tricky subject.  Nightclub DJ’s are awesome…in a nightclub.  Same with their music.  The house/techno mix is great for friends having a good time at a club.  It’s not a perfect fit for most weddings.  A professional wedding DJ will not only rock some great tunes, he/she will also announce your Grand Entrance, invite guests to dinner, handle song requests, let guests know to prepare for special events like first dance, toasts or cake cutting.  They are used to bringing a mobile set up to a variety of locations and making sure their equipment is compatible with each venue.  We recommend giving your friend the night off and inviting him/her to enjoy your wedding while a professional wedding DJ takes care of your event.

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