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7 Reasons to Hire Witt & Co. Events to Plan Your Wedding

11/13/2018

Planning a wedding is a lot of work! It’s more than just picking out a cake, flowers, and a location. The amount of detail and coordination that goes into a wedding can become overwhelming for people who work full time, have kids, and are trying to maintain their relationship. That’s why hiring a pro, such as Witt & Co. Events, can take the weight of wedding planning off your shoulders so you can enjoy the time leading up to the wedding and not stress. Here are seven reasons why you should hire us for your wedding:

1. Save You Time: There’s so much to do for planning a wedding! If you’re a busy career woman or maybe you’re raising kids, you probably don’t have hours to spend surfing the internet to find vendors or plan other wedding details. Save yourself time by hiring us to handle all the planning and coordinating. Let yourself focus on what’s most important to you leading up to the wedding!

2. Budgeting: Weddings can be expensive. You may not even realize how much money you start spending until you get that first credit card bill (Yikes!). Having a budget will help with this issue, and we’re here to help you stick to this budget and get the most for your money. Let us crunch the numbers, track your money, and even score you some sweet discounts.

3. Scheduling & Coordinating: We are experts with scheduling and coordinating your special day. We’ll make sure to plan out all important details into an itinerary in a timely manner. Whether you have a long engagement or short, knowing when to schedule everything up through the wedding day with require quite a bit of planning. We want to make sure everything goes according to plan for you!

4. Relationships with Vendors: There are a lot of vendors to be in communication with for your wedding such as, photographer, videographer, florist, venue, DJ or band, and many more. A wedding planner has relationships with many vendors as this is what we do full time. We know the best of the best and can help in selecting the perfect vendor for your needs & budget. We may even be able to get discounts with them since we work together. Another important aspect is that when booking vendors, contracts accompany them. We take the time to look over every contract and make sure the fine print is to satisfaction!

5. Your Wedding Experts: We know it all (In the best kind of way!) Having insider knowledge allows us to recommend the best vendors for you. Our exposure to new wedding ideas and trends can help us plan the ultimate ceremony and reception to take your breath away. We’re also here to offer advice and tips. Anything you may need, we’ll be your guide to the big day.

6. Save You Stress: As you start looking into everything that goes into planning a wedding, you may start to realize you’re in over your head. Don’t stress though, we’re ready to help! Let the vendors talk with us about ironing out any last-minute details instead of bothering you and your significant other. Even if you only hire us for day-of coordination, you’ll be glad you did. We’ll go above and beyond to allow you and your significant other to fully enjoy your day.

7. Turn Your Dreams into a Reality: Let us create the wedding of your dreams! You should enjoy your day and soak in every moment. Whatever visions you may have, we’ll make them real! Whether it’s building the dream from scratch, putting on the finishing touches, or just taking care of everything for you during the event—we got it covered!

We can't wait to help you plan your big day!

Cheers to Celebrating!
Johanna

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The First 10 Things to Do After Getting Engaged

11/8/2018

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Congratulations! You just got engaged, hooray! As your adrenaline, excitement, and tears reced from your significant other popping the question, all the thoughts of wedding planning rush into your head. You may start to feel overwhelmed and question what your next move should be. Well, worry not because we’ve listed the 10 things you should do after saying “yes” and slipping that gorgeous ring onto your finger.

1. Celebrate – You just got engaged to the love of your life! Take some time for the two of you to celebrate becoming engaged. Pop the champagne, enjoy a nice dinner, or spend some time just basking in the moment. You’ll soon be caught up in all the details of your wedding, so savor this time for just the two of you!

2. Share the News – We know you’re excited to tell everyone about your engagement, but there are a couple things you should know. Posting that ring selfie to Instagram or Facebook right away may be tempting, but it’s an engagement no-no. Family and friends won’t enjoy finding out about your big news through social media. Your parents should be the first people you tell, either in person or by phone but not through text! A phone call to family and friends should be done next. Once you’ve told everyone close to you, then you can share that wonderful ring selfie with the world.

3. Throw a Party – You’ve told everyone your good news, now it’s time to celebrate with them! Share the joy of your engagement by having a party. Be sure to carefully select the people you invite as they should also be invited to the wedding.

4. Resize Your Ring – This should be done ASAP. That sparkly bling on your finger may be a little too loose or too snug. You want it to fit perfectly to prevent the risk of losing it (or losing circulation in your finger!). Resizing a ring could take just a few hours, or, at most, a few days.

5. Insure Your Ring – This is an important step, and often forgotten by couples. If your ring is ever lost, stolen, or damaged, you’ll be glad you insured it. You may be able to insure the ring through your home owner or renter’s insurance, otherwise set it up as a separate policy. Talk to your insurance agent about coverage for if the ring or stones ever need to be repaired or replaced. Having an official appraisal done may be required before adding the ring onto your policy.

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6. Discuss a Budget – Before you start making any wedding decisions, sit down with your fiancé and develop a budget. Figure out how much you have to spend and if your families are making any contributions. You and your fiancé should both agree on the budget. No matter what type of wedding you have, it will cost money. So, start a wedding savings account and deposit a set amount of money to go towards wedding expenses.

7. Start a Guest List – This is a good time to start thinking about who you want to invite to your wedding. In general, how big of a wedding do you envision? Is this an intimate celebration or a giant party? Some other things to think about that determine the size, are where you’ll cut off family invites, if you want to invite children, plus one’s, and how many people can you invite and stay within budget. Don't forget that the location of the wedding may also play into the number of guests who can attend from your initial guest list. Destination weddings tend to have fewer guests in attendance simply because of the travel required.

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8. Big Picture – What type of wedding are you envisioning? Reflect on your style and consider what possibilities you have for your dream wedding. Maybe you want a big formal ballroom wedding or a simple rustic barn wedding. Would you prefer a Sunday morning ceremony or Saturday afternoon? The choices and combinations are endless with what kind of wedding you want. Look through Pinterest, magazines, blogs, and other resources too start collecting ideas that inspire you.

9. Set a Date – So you don’t necessarily have to select your exact date, but you should consider a date. What month do you prefer to get married in? Are you looking to get married this year or a couple years from now? Having a general idea of when you’d like to get married will be a nice start for planning. Keep in mind that locally here in Wisconsin, the Fall months of September and October have become prime wedding season, and those months may book up quicker than you think.

10. Hire Witt & Co. Events as Your Wedding Coordinator – If you’re thinking that you may be a little over your head with all this wedding planning, we are here to assist. Witt & Co. Events is here to design the wedding of your dreams. Save time and stress by letting us take care of everything. We are passionate about helping couples craft and effortlessly execute a beautiful wedding, while they focus on building a strong foundation for marriage. After all, the big day is all about you, the two of you, together in love!

Cheers to Celebrating!
Johanna

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Serving Up the Best Food Options for Your Wedding Celebration

11/8/2018

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One of the biggest decisions couples must make for their wedding is deciding what food to serve their guests. Many are stuck between the idea of choosing a plated or buffet style, but nowadays there are so many more options to choose from! We’ve listed some great ideas to help you figure out the best way to serve up your meals.

1. Plated / Sit-down dinner: This is a classic, traditional choice where guests are all seated and served a formal dinner. Couples often offer 2-3 meal options for guests to choose from. They are then usually served 3 courses; an appetizer/salad, entrée, and dessert. A plated meal option is elegant and easy for guests to mingle and eat their food, but this option is more expensive. Make sure this style fits your theme & budget!

2. Buffets: Are you having a large wedding? Then you may want to consider a buffet. This serving option usually features long tables of a variety of food. Guests will love being able to choose which foods they want and how much. Buffets can become disorganized if lines become too long and may not have the elegant look you wish to achieve, but they are usually a nice option for saving money (be sure to watch how much food you request!) and a great way for guests to mingle. You may want to consider hiring catering staff to serve your guests in the buffet line. This helps prevent guests from struggling to hold their plate of food while serving themselves. Another perk of hiring catering staff is that this helps with portion control and prevents the risk of food running out before everyone has had a chance to have some. One final note on buffets, many caterers will not allow you to take leftovers, due to food safety regulations, this is where portion control is important. You want to be sure there is enough food for everyone, but no one wants to pay for extra pans that you can't take home.

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3. Cocktail Party: This is a more recent trend for wedding receptions. A cocktail party option is perfect for couples who are looking for a more casual style and want guests to mingle all night. Smaller weddings and weddings with late afternoon/evening ceremonies are ideal for this serving style. Make sure you have plenty of hors d’oeuvres to keep guests satisfied. It’s also a good idea to make sure everyone knows not to expect a dinner, you don’t want any hungry guests asking where the rest of the food is!

4. Family Style: This is a fun way for guests to dine! If you’re looking to have your wedding feel more intimate and family oriented, this could be a great option. Guests are seated at tables with large portions of food where they help themselves and then pass around to the rest of the table. This is perfect for smaller, more casual weddings that are looking to save money. Guests will feel like they’re at home for dinner! Seconds anyone?

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5. Food Stations: Food stations are somewhat of a mix between plated and buffet. Stations offer different foods at different tables spread out around the room. Guests can roam around to pick and choose the food they’d like to eat and bring it back to their table to enjoy. Food stations are usually open for a few hours, so while some guests are dancing, others can enjoy a bite to eat. Your bill may go up because more chefs will be required. If you’re looking to incorporate themes into your food, this would be a great way to do so!

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6. Food Trucks: An enjoyable, trendy, and entertaining way to serve food to your guests. Ideal for outdoor receptions, food trucks are a unique style that many guests may not have experienced before. Although they can be costly, this serving style is a fun, interactive option for your celebration!

Cheers to celebrating!
Johanna

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