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When discussing timing, logistics and the overall flow of the wedding day itself with our clients, we are big encouragers of having a set schedule for the morning of your wedding, yet also building in some wiggle room so that it’s as stress free as possible. So to help you prepare for the morning of [...]
Today we're sharing 3 tips for the morning of your wedding. When discussing timing, logistics and the overall flow of the wedding day itself with our clients, we are big encouragers of having a set schedule for the morning of your wedding, yet also building in some wiggle room so that it’s as stress free as possible.

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For the past seven years, we have had the great joy of knowing the parents of today’s groom. They are some of the kindest people and a wonderful pair to call neighbors (my son ADORES them!!), so we were not the least bit surprised when we learned their son, Daniel, and his soon-to-be wife, Emily, [...]
Fall Indianapolis wedding at Laural Hall with a gorgeous fall wedding color palette and burgundy blooms | Jessica Dum Wedding Coordination

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As a business coach and mentor for fellow wedding planners, I see people undercharging for their services all the time (aka, pricing themselves too low). And when you undercharge your work, you are undermining yourself, your effort, your expertise and your experience. What I see often is, wedding planners lacking confidence in their pricing because [...]
4 tips for increasing your price with confidence by evaluating your fees and charging your worth! Stop comparing yourself to your competition, and instead focus on differentiating yourself and understanding what makes you unique. The more you understand your strengths, the more confidence you will have in your business and in charging what you are really worth. Get 4 pricing strategies for raising your fees as a wedding planner, on the blog!

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Every couple’s vision for their wedding day is different. Some are focused on sharing their story with their guests through beautiful details, while others are simply happy to dance the night away with family and friends. Maddie + Brian’s vineyard wedding celebration was a wonderful combination of both. When Maddie + Brian found Daniel’s Vineyard [...]
Bride and groom portraits | Daniel's Vineyard wedding with Ivan & Louise + Jessica Dum Wedding Coordination

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Every time we think of Katharine + Andrew, fate always comes to mind. These two met by chance, thanks to an introduction made through mutual friends, and their love story began in Philadelphia. The City of Brotherly Love would continue to act as their backdrop throughout their relationship, including their engagement session, when fate intervened [...]
A timeless, modern wedding celebration at the Indianapolis Public Library. A black and white wedding with gold accents, suspended greenery above the reception tablescapes, and bow tie menus. | Jessica Dum Wedding Coordination

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Wedding Coordinators are experts at what they do. They’ve seen the ins and outs of all sorts of weddings, and will be a great resource for you and your family as you plan your special day. However, your Wedding Coordinator can’t do everything alone. We’ve compiled a list of 4 best practices that will help [...]
ON THE BLOG: How to make the most of your Day of Wedding Coordination Experience. | Today's post is for bride's planning their wedding - we're sharing 4 best practices for a smooth wedding coordination experience with your DOC!