4 Benefits of Working with a Trusted Wedding Vendor Network
As wedding planners, we’ve noticed that many couples undervalue the importance of working with a wedding vendor network when hiring a team of vendors. What does this mean? Over time, wedding vendors with a similar style or approach tend to become frequent collaborators who know, love, and trust each other. Hiring vendors who know each other and share traits in common can make all the difference when planning your wedding day!
The easiest way to work within a wedding vendor network is a hire a wedding planner first. We have extensive experience in all aspects of the wedding industry, and we’ve cultivated relationships with trusted vendors over time. We know who to recommend to our couples and guarantee the quality of their work! However, maybe you’re wondering why this is so important. If that’s you, keep reading to discover the top four benefits of working with a wedding vendor network. Plus, we’ll reveal six of our favorite New Jersey wedding vendors and frequent collaborators!
Perks of a Wedding Vendor Network
A Seamless Planning Process (+ Wedding Day!)
Since your vendor dream team will all be familiar with each other’s work habits and preferences, your wedding day will come together easier than saying, “I do!” Well, maybe not that easily—but you can expect a smooth planning process leading up to and throughout your wedding day! Your vendor team will know how to communicate effectively and play to each other’s strengths from doing so in the past. The result will be a less chaotic, more synchronized approach to planning.
Picture a team of strangers working together to accomplish a task as momentous and multifaceted as planning a wedding, then picture a group of close friends doing the same. Not even in the same ballpark, right? That’s why it’s so important to ask your wedding planner for recommendations, then go from there!
Peace of Mind
When planning a wedding, this aspect of the experience can’t be overemphasized. To enjoy this incredible time in your life (not to mention the day itself!), you need to be in your calmest mental state possible. Knowing you can trust your vendors to pull everything together will allow you to let go and trust the process. Then, once your special day has finally arrived, you’ll have the privilege of partying like a guest while your planning team and other vendors take care of all the heavy lifting! No chaotic running around or asking for help from relatives is necessary.
Accountability
We’ve all heard the horror stories: a bride finds a wedding vendor online that she believes she can trust, then they: a) ghost her throughout the planning process, b) cancel at the last minute, or c) don’t do their job correctly. The wedding industry has become very oversaturated, and unfortunately, finding your best-fit vendors can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack.
That’s where your wedding planner comes in. Not only can we direct you toward a trusted wedding vendor network, but we guarantee accountability if one of those vendors doesn’t live up to expectations. You won’t be on your own trying to stand up for yourself or recoup your investment—we’ll be your ally and trusted friend every step of the way! However, we wouldn’t be true professionals if we’d recommend vendors we aren’t 100% positive will treat our clients right. We virtually guarantee a positive experience with any of the vendors within our network! Still, should conflict arise, we have the integrity to hold other professionals accountable.
No Kickbacks
True partnerships within the wedding industry don’t come at a cost to each other. We refuse to accept payments to “recommend” a vendor to our clients, nor would we compensate someone else for the same purpose. We point this out because many venues charge professionals to appear on their recommended list—whether or not they serve the same type of couples or know anything about the vendor’s reliability and work habits. It isn’t honest, and it isn’t helpful to couples.
Conversely, when you receive a vendor recommendation from us, you can rest assured it’s because that vendor has earned it through excellence in their craft. If there’s any benefit to us, it’s the knowledge that you’re in good hands. That helps us have a smooth work day since we aren’t putting out little fires constantly!
New Jersey Wedding Vendor Network
Now that you know a few benefits of working with a wedding vendor network, it’s time to hire one! This list includes just a few of our frequent partners and collaborators in the New Jersey wedding industry. When you hire any of these professionals, we’re sure you’ll enjoy a memorable and stress-free planning/day-of experience!
Mystical Entertainment
Ready to throw the most unforgettable party New Jersey’s ever seen? You need Mystical Entertainment on your vendor team! These folks are high-energy, consummate professionals. Plus, they’re your one-stop shop for all your entertainment needs! Browse from among the most talented DJs, MCs, live musicians, and performers in the tri-state area to find the entertainers that best suit the vibe you’re trying to cultivate. The 100% customized experience offered by Mystical Entertainment is bound to elevate your wedding day from start to finish!
Caroline Morris Photography
Where do we begin with this incredible wedding photographer?! Besides being a beautiful human inside and out, Caroline shares all our favorites: weddings, travel, and dogs. Having her by your side to capture your special day is a true blessing. You’ll be having too much fun to ever feel self-conscious in front of the camera!
Thistle Bee the Florist
Timeless, elegant, and personalized florals to beautify your wedding day are just a click away when you hire Thistle Bee the Florist. Flowers are an integral part of any wedding celebration, so it’s vital to find a professional who cares as much about you as a person as they do about their craft! Thistle Bee is that professional—they’ll take time to understand your vision, then design bespoke florals that suit your style and budget. If Pinterest-worthy floral arrangements are a priority of you and your partner, we really can’t recommend this vendor any more highly!
Sussex County Conservatory
Are you looking for an elegant, fully customizable New Jersey wedding venue? Look no further than Sussex County Conservatory in the heart of the Skylands region! We love this venue because you can make it your own. The beautifully kept indoor and outdoor facilities are filled with natural light, making them the perfect blank slate to add unique touches matching your wedding theme or aesthetic. Plus, the staff is kind and helpful!
Bello Barbers
A little while back, we discussed Bello Barbers and their unique services on the blog. Bello Barbers offers on-location men’s grooming services—because who said the guys shouldn’t receive pampering on the wedding day, too? Professionals and true masters of their craft, Bello Barbers will guarantee the men in your wedding party look sharp, from portraits in the morning to the last round of shots at the end of the night.
Verve On Location
We may be biased since Verve On Location is our sister company (alright, fine, we are!). However, you can’t go wrong with hiring a beauty team led by wedding planners. It’s a surefire way to guarantee a seamless getting-ready experience! We know when everyone needs to be ready for optimal timing, and we guarantee promptness and efficiency paired with professionalism. Ultimately, we want to help you and your wedding party feel like your most beautiful selves without sacrificing time for portraits!
At Weddings with Verve, we’ve taken the time to build a trusted wedding vendor network that we feel 100% confident recommending to our clients. There’s no replacement for experience in this industry, and we feel so grateful to be in a place where we can make these recommendations with integrity! Ready to invest in full-service planning and get started with the hiring process? We can’t wait to go on this journey together.
