Question 1

Where are you located and what cities do you serve?

Accepted Answer

Happily Ever After Wedding Vow's serves Chicago, Illinois, & Indiana. Our location is in Chicago IL. We always love the opportunity to travel and work with new venues and event pros. Have somewhere in mind for your upcoming event? Fill out our contact form to chat further about destination weddings and events.

Question 2

How long have you been in business?

Accepted Answer

Happily Ever After Wedding Vow's was founded in 2023. We have helped more than 20 couples since!

Question 3

When does planning start?

Accepted Answer

Regardless of the package you book, we are always ready to begin the planning process as soon as you are! Once you have signed your contract and submitted a retainer, we will be able to hit the ground running.

Question 4

What happens if my planner gets sick or has an emergency on the day of my event?

Accepted Answer

If your planner is unable to be present on the day of your event due to sickness or an unforeseen emergency, a replacement coordinator will be provided to step in and facilitate the event at no additional cost.

Question 5

Will you be there on my wedding day?

Accepted Answer

100% yes! All packages include time on-site with me on your wedding day. The amount of time on-site will vary depending on your event, but you can count on me to facilitate your ceremony rehearsal as well.

Question 6

What form of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Invoices can be paid via Honey Book, credit card, cash, check, zelle, cash app, or square. A $500 deposit is due at the time of booking to secure a date.

Question 7

Will I still have control over my wedding if I hire your team?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely — Happily Ever After Wedding Vow's is here to bring your vision to life (or help you create one from scratch!) and assist in the most helpful ways possible for you. our team assists in locating, booking, and managing vendors. You will always have the final say in any and all elements of the event day!

Question 8

Does your team help with design?

Accepted Answer

Creation and execution of a design scheme is only included with our Full Service Planning Package.

Question 9

Can I use my own vendors?

Accepted Answer

Absolutlely- We are always happy to offer vendor recommendations as needed, but you are never required to use specific vendors we suggest.

Question 10

Do I still need a planner if my venue has a coordinator?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Venue Coordinators are employed by a venue to plan your event on behalf of the venue. They take care of quite a few details surrounding the space such as making sure the it is well kept, tables chairs, etc. are set according to your event layouts and serving as the contact for everything food & beverage related. When it comes to the wedding day the Venue Coordinator will be there to maintain the venue facility, turn on the lights, prep the venue staff, and oversee any food service. Typically once meal service has commenced, the Venue Coordinator will depart for the evening and appoint a Banquet Captain to supervise the rest of the night

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