I am SO excited to be sharing with you a new series while I'm out on maternity leave! I've asked some friends in the wedding and creative industry to write about a topic they're passionate about- whether that be tips helping brides while planning a wedding, what they've learned in their business, balancing life and owning a small business, plus so much more! Let me tell you- there's some amazing stuff coming up and I can't wait to share!
Photo by Lindsey Hinkley
Guys! This is a GOOD one today! Lauren McQuillan, with Max & Dexter Event Design is speaking to Brides (and photographers, really!) about why you should consider hiring an event designer for your big day! I'll be honest, when I first heard about event designers, I totally thought this was something that only Brides with super big budgets did- but I'll be the first to admit I was SUPER wrong!
Lauren is amazing at what she does- she works hand-in-hand with her clients to create a unique vision and gorgeous day! I'm so excited to have her sharing with us today!!
Why Hire an Event Designer?
As an event designer I assist my brides in so many ways that it's difficult to condense it into just a few paragraphs. A consultation is usually the most efficient way to identify needs, wants, and dreams and determine how I can make these things a reality for my clients. If you find yourself dreaming about a beautiful, branded, budget friendly event that celebrates your love but don't know how to make it a reality I'd love to take you out for coffee and help you bring that vision to life! Otherwise, here are just a few ways that a designer can help you on your big day...
Photo by Katie Nesbitt Photography
Photo by Katie Nesbitt Photography
1. Conceptualization
Do you have a Pinterest board full of disjointed elements that you love with no idea how to bring them all together to be uniquely yours? I can help! I love to walk alongside a client in curating a wedding brand that feels so intimately theirs. Detail photos should reflect the quirks and qualities that make you and your fiancé two of a kind. Even if I do not participate in the wedding day at all, I am thrilled to help brides organize their thoughts into achievable, budget friendly concepts that they will cherish via their photo albums for decades to come. I am passionate about investing in home goods that play a roll in your day and then live in your house forever. I love to shop for my brides and find practical, beautiful treasures that highlight a couple's love.
Photo by Katie Barfield Photography
Photo by Sam Stroud
2. Set Up
Often DIY venues allow for set up early on the day of your wedding. This can induce serious anxiety as you must then either do work or recruit others to work on your big day. If you'd prefer to be sipping a mimosa in hair and makeup just before you walk down the aisle, then a designer can be incredibly valuable in ensuring that your set up is achieved to your aesthetic standards. Instead, use that time to get physically and mentally ready for the some of the most important moments of your life.
Photo by Sam Stroud
Photo by Katie Barfield Photography
3. Tear Down
If you prefer that your family and friends have the freedom to celebrate the evening with you to the fullest, then outsource the responsibility of breakdown and hire a professional. So many Mothers of the Bride are left to clean up and remove personal items and as a result, can't fully decompress throughout their daughter's wedding. I love to assist a family by creating a detailed inventory, securing all items after your event, and delivering them to your door so that all you have to handle is your purse on the way out the door. Wedding days are exhausting both physically and emotionally and the kindness of hiring out the late night clean up will allow your family and friends to truly enjoy you and your day.
Photo by Katie Nesbitt Photography
Thank you for taking the time to read about how I can be of service to you. I wish you the best of luck in your future planning and health and happiness in your marriage! Cheers!
Lauren McQuillan
Ashley Eiban is a Wedding & Portrait Photographer based in Central Virginia. Serving the Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Richmond, and surrounding areas. Available for travel world-wide. Ashley is passionate about cultivating genuine relationships built on mutual understanding, trust and lasting friendship.
Currently booking a limited number of wedding and portrait sessions for 2018 and 2019. Contact Ashley today for additional information!
