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There's much more to planning a wedding than just fun and games.  It takes hard work and dedication to plan such a grand event.  And the bride is usually too busy thinking about her special day to do the actual planning.  This is why wedding planners are so popular.  They can step in and take over the difficult planning tasks so the bride doesn't have to worry herself with all the details.

Wedding planners are often called wedding coordinators or bridal consultants.  They can help negotiate and plan every aspect of the wedding.  Tasks include arranging for catering, decorating (or making arrangements for a decorator), coordinating bridesmaids and groomsmen to be sure each knows his or her position and dress needs.  A wedding planner can help with ordering the flowers, ordering invitations, choosing a photographer, organizing the reception, and coordinating with other vendors. 

Another good reason to hire a wedding planner is to help stay within budget.  Wedding planners are not emotionally involved.  Therefore, they can remain objective and adhere to a strict budget without impulse spending.  This can take a great deal of pressure off of the bride and her family (if her family is paying for the wedding).

Choosing a Wedding Planner

When selecting a wedding planner, realize that some planners only work part-time as a side job while others are more serious and are even certified as a wedding planner.  Certified wedding planners have been through special training to learn how to properly plan a wedding.  The only drawback is a certified planner will likely charge a lot more.  Consider what you can afford and how complicated you feel the planning task will be.  If you're on limited budget, you might want to get recommendations from friends and family for a non-certified wedding planner.

Check online or in local phone directories to find a wedding planner near you.  Have a list of questions ready when you meet with the planner and be sure you understand exactly how much the services will cost (from start to finish).  Ask for references to check and make sure their work was satisfactory with other clients.

Making plans for your wedding can be stress-free if you choose the right wedding planner.  It can also eliminate possible strife among family and friends if there are disagreements in how things should be done.  It's sometimes best to have an objective person to do all the planning so you can simply enjoy your special day!