"The answer is the same approach we've always taken: What is our clients' vision for their wedding weekend and what are the most important elements for them? As a team, we have rescheduled 18 weddings from the spring and summer of 2020; I can say with confidence that each one was a completely unique case and we tailored the approach, our recommendations, and the strategy accordingly. For our weddings taking place in late summer and the fall, we're gearing up to put their tastings, walkthroughs, and design sessions back on the books which is an incredible feeling. But with each one, we're also making sure to have an all-encompassing conversation to discuss important elements:
- What is their guest count looking like? What portion of their original list was made up of international attendants or elderly family members? How can we negotiate a new turnout expectation with the caterer?
- Do we want to incorporate any form of live-streaming or, if we didn't have videography in the budget, perhaps this is a new investment and something that can be shared with those who don't feel comfortable attending?
- For couples in the fall who rescheduled from the spring, what design elements do we need to pivot? Instead of handing out flower seeds at the ceremony, let's look into fleece blankets!
- And of course, if stay-home orders are extended, let's discuss the most important elements for you two and what the best option would be for a reschedule or a pivot!"
- Noelle Ahmad-Snedegar, Owner & Lead Event Designer, Lily & Grayson Events