Common Inquiries
Frequently Asked Questions
1.Who uses a Wedding Planner?
2.Why should I pay for By Invitation Only when there is a coordinator provided at the venue?
3.When is the best time of year to get married?
4.I have so many family members and friend to invite, but I’m on a tight budget and can’t invite everyone, who do I invite?
5. Do I need a passport for my destination wedding or honeymoon?
6.When should I send out my Invitations?
7.We don’t need any gifts for the house and would like money, how can I ask without offending people?
8.Do you negotiate with suppliers to get the best price?
9.How often do we meet?
5. Do I need a passport for my destination wedding or honeymoon?
A passport is always recommended when travelling outside your home country. Whether or not it is a requirement depends on the customs laws for each country. Keep in mind that although your country may not require a passport for entry the country you are travelling to may.. Inquiries should also be made as to immigration or residency requirements when marrying in another country. Some destinations require you to be physically present in that country for a set number of days prior to being married. Do your research before booking your travel to avoid any surprises
6. When should I send out my Invitations?
Sending out invitations should happen at least seven-eight weeks before the day. Also include a map and directions to venue and/or church, don’t forget to include details of your wedding list.
7. We don’t need any gifts for the house and would like money, how can I ask without offending people?
The task has been made a lot easier with products such as Wedding Wishing Wells and Treasure Chests. The bride and groom can take along to the wedding reception for guests can then deposit their gift vouchers, cards and money.
8. Do you negotiate with suppliers to get the best price?
Always! By Invitation Only will work with suppliers to get the best possible price. This is always passed directly onto the client. Our job is to plan your dream wedding for the least cost possible. Our fees are not in addition to your budget they are factored into the budget you set.
9. How often do we meet?
This will depend. Most of the work is done behind the scenes and when it’s time, we will schedule a meeting with you. Our clients are continually kept up-to-date via email or phone or post. You can contact us at anytime with questions or concerns.
1. Who uses a Wedding Planner?
Anyone can. A wide range of couples use this service. Whether it be busy professionals, brides that have demanding jobs with no time or if brides find it difficult to organise large events. By Invitation Only can be used for our ideas, expertise, organisational and budgeting skills.
2. Why should I pay for By Invitation Only when there is a coorrdinator provided at the venue?
Some venues do offer a wedding co-ordination, however their co-ordinators are working for the venue first and the couple second. By Invitation Only knows exactly what the couple wants, what they want it to look like, colours and displays, they receive our personal service. Whereas the venue, they may have a wedding Friday, Saturday and Sunday, this is your day and you don’t want anything to spoil it.
3. When is the best time of year to get married?
There isn’t one. Every couple is different and have different requirements, so it’s up to the individuals to decide which season or date suits them best.
4. I have so many family members and friends to invite, but I’m on a tight budget and can’t invite everyone, who do I invite?
The first thing to consider is that it is your wedding. You should not allow friends and family to pressure you into inviting people that you don’t really want or know. I can appreciate this is often a lot easier said than done.
