Partial Event Planning

You’ve got the vision—and maybe even a few of the pieces already in place—but you’d love to have someone in your corner along the way. Our Partial Planning experience is designed for clients who want to primarily manage planning their celebration while having the guidance, expertise, and support of a professional planner when they need it most.

We’ll help you stay organized, talk through decisions, connect you with the right vendors, and make sure nothing important gets overlooked. You’ll still have the freedom to make your celebration your own, but you won’t have to figure it all out alone. And when the big day arrives, we’ll step in and take it from there so you can simply enjoy everything you’ve created.

Our Partial Event Planning package includes all of the below.

    • Personalized planning guidance beginning immediately upon booking

    • Development of an overall planning strategy based on your vision, priorities, guest count, and budget

    • Creation of a customized planning timeline to help keep you on track

    • Guidance on major planning decisions and upcoming priorities

    • Assistance navigating family considerations and cultural traditions

    • Ongoing recommendations and guidance while you remain hands-on in the planning process

    • A dedicated lead planner who begins working with your from the start and understands your event and its priorities

    • Initial consultation to learn about you, your vision, and your celebration

    • Three in-person planning meetings, which may be allocated for a venue walkthrough, menu tasting, final planning meeting or general planning meeting.

    • Ongoing communication by email, phone, and/or text with lead event planner

    • Planning check-ins and guidance throughout the process

    • Preparation for important planning milestones and decisions

    • Discussion of your venue needs, priorities, and must-haves

    • Curated venue recommendations based on your event and preferences

    • Guidance on comparing and evaluating venue options

    • Review of venue logistics, policies, and requirements once selected

    • Coordination with the venue regarding final event details

    • Final venue confirmations leading into your event

    • Recommendations for trusted vendors that fit your event, style, and budget

    • Guidance on selecting the right vendors for your specific needs

    • Vendor referrals and introductions

    • Limited vendor communication and coordination during the selection process

    • Review of key vendor details and event logistics

    • Collection and organization of final vendor information

    • Final vendor confirmations and scheduling

    • Serving as the primary point of contact for vendors on event day

    • Creation of a customized event budget

    • Guidance on allocating your budget across vendors and event priorities

    • Tracking estimated and actual expenses

    • Guidance on where to prioritize and where you may be able to save

    • Assistance reallocating the budget as your plans evolve

    • Budget check-ins throughout the planning process

    • Guidance on your overall event aesthetic and design direction

    • Limited design recommendations based on your vision and venue

    • Guidance on color palettes, décor, florals, rentals, and overall styling

    • Recommendations for décor, rental, and specialty vendors

    • Input on key design selections to help maintain a cohesive look

    • Final oversight of décor setup and styling on event day

    • Guidance on creating a thoughtful and organized guest experience

    • RSVP and guest count guidance

    • Meal indicator organization

    • Seating chart assistance

    • Wedding website guidance

    • Limited support with guest-facing communications

    • Guidance on guest flow and special guest considerations

    • Thoughtful consideration of cultural traditions, family needs, and meaningful moments

    • Hotel and accommodation recommendations for out-of-town guests

    • Guidance on establishing hotel room blocks

    • Assistance organizing room lists and lodging information

    • Transportation recommendations

    • Guidance on transportation needs between hotels and event locations

    • Limited support coordinating travel and accommodation logistics

    • Guidance on communicating relevant travel information to your guests

    • Full coordination from vendor arrival through the completion of your event

    • Detailed event-day timeline, floor plan, and vendor schedule

    • Vendor arrival and setup coordination

    • Venue access and setup oversight

    • Décor setup oversight and placement of personal décor items (including, Welcome Sign, Guest Book, Cake Cutting Set, Table Numbers, Menu Cards, Thank You Cards, Place Cards, Seating Cards, Card Box, Favors, etc.)

    • Management of the event timeline and transitions

    • Coordination of entrances, speeches, dances, traditions, and other scheduled moments

    • Communication with vendors, venue staff, and designated family members

    • Guest relations and logistical oversight

    • Troubleshooting and handling unexpected issues behind the scenes

    • Supervision of setup and breakdown

    • Access to the So Lush Events essential kit

    • Dedicated So Lush staff present throughout the event so you can step away from the logistics and fully enjoy your celebration

Ready to bring your vision to life with our Partial Event Planning Service?

We are ready to learn about your event and get started with planning your celebration!

Inquire Now!