Planning a wedding can seem overwhelming, but Bella Sera’s Personal Wedding Consultant has over ten years of experience and is here to make sure your wedding is exactly as you’ve envisioned. Need a little help getting organized? We’re here for you.
The first few days of your engagement will fly by. After all, you get to have dozens of “OMG!” phone calls and post your engagement on Social Media. Enjoy this time! Bask in the glow of using the word “fiancé,” and feel free to spend more than a few minutes admiring your newly decorated ring finger.
Once the initial wave of engagement excitement has passed, it’s time to start thinking about the wedding day! And the first thing you should do? Call Bella Sera and set up a consultation with our wedding consultant.
Planning a wedding is a big job, especially if you have a large guest list, which is why we have our Wedding Consultant work directly with every one of our couples! She knows the best local vendors, can help with budgeting, all of the little details and generally take worries off your mind.
When you meet with your Bella Sera wedding consultant, we’ll start by talking with you about your likes, dislikes, and style choices, while browsing the many packages and customizable options we offer. Whether you’ve had your day planned forever or if you don’t even know where to start, you’ll be able to curate the perfect day (with a little expert help, of course). Trust us, you’re in great hands!
You’ll also want to cover budget questions right off the bat. This will help eliminate any money stresses from popping up later in the process, and make sure we find the right vendors at your price point. If you’re paying for your own wedding like many modern couples, we offer investment plans, to help make things more manageable.
Okay! You’ve set a date and you’re both excited to get started. That’s right--today’s couples do plan their weddings together, so ladies, be sure to involve your guy if he wants to lend a hand!
At Bella Sera, your wedding consultant will walk you through each phase of the wedding planning process. The first phase covers the Big Picture, AKA the basic structure of your wedding. You’ll pick:
Helpful Tip: Don’t miss our annual tasting held in March. This is your chance to taste almost all of the menu options in a wedding-like environment, and meet our preferred vendors in one space.
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You’ll notice we didn’t include “pick a venue” in the list above. That’s because, if you’re already working with our wedding consultant, chances are you’ve already chosen Bella Sera as your venue. But in case you’re still deciding, remember to think about what your needs are when choosing a venue. A gorgeous facade is one thing, but the perfect venue needs to go that extra step. For example, a park might have gorgeous views, but no indoor option in case of rain.
At Bella Sera, we’ve got your needs covered. How do we know? Because we don’t try to fit our couples into a cookie cutter. We sit with each couple and truly get to know you. We’ll take the time to understand what you’re looking for, and create a custom wedding plan that brings your special day to life. We think that personalization is the key to a great experience, and something that every bride and groom deserves.
Helpful Tip: Love the outdoors? We have the perfect space AND a Plan B! | Bella Sera has all the bases covered to make sure no matter what the weather decides to do, your day will be rain- and frizz-free.
This is the time to get into the little details. Do you have cake-cutters or do you want to use ours? Are you doing place cards or seating board? Those little touches will make your wedding your wedding. They’re also one of the most fun parts of wedding planning! In the months leading up to your wedding, our consultant will help you:
Feeling a little overwhelmed by the amount of little details? Not to worry! Your consultant at Bella Sera is a seasoned veteran at planning perfect weddings. From champagne glasses to floor plans, she’ll make sure you get to each detail at the right time, so everything is in place on your big day.
Helpful Tip: Need advice on ideas? Reach out any time, and be sure to follow us on Instagram to see what other couples have chosen for food and decorations! P.s. Speciality linens & uplighting go a long way!
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It’s time to meet up with your Bella Sera consultant and finalize your selections, guest count and payment. You’ll get another chance to look over everything, so you can be confident that the wedding day will go off without a hitch. Then, go home and relax! You’re getting close, so enjoy these last few weeks, and the excitement around the upcoming wedding.
“Here comes the--” not yet!! The day before the wedding, you’ll get to do a “practice run” at Bella Sera. We’ll hold a walkthrough ceremony to make sure that everyone’s clear on the details, and you can work out those jitters. You’ll get to do things like lining up the bridal party, making sure the ceremony details are just right, and practice the iconic walk down the aisle. (Yes, it takes practice. You have to go slower than you think-- or want to!)
This is also the time for you to pass off any decor items, such as place cards, a card box, special champagne glasses or cake cutters, and wedding favors! Get them out of your hands and into ours, so you don’t have to worry about setting them up on the wedding day.
Helpful Tip: Don’t party too hard after the rehearsal dinner. Tomorrow is going to be a long day, so you need your sleep!
You’re getting MARRIED! It’s really happening. On the day of, there’s lots to be done, but at Bella Sera, your to do list is pretty short. We just want you to Relax, Breathe, and Celebrate.
Relax
At Bella Sera, you and your girls can lounge in our newly renovated private and spacious suite that’s part-dressing room, part-kitchenette. All the details will be taken care of while you are prepping for your day, and you’ll be teamed up with two additional wedding managers so the event goes perfectly. Yep, that’s three wedding managers, all for you, bringing your vision to life! We told you, you’re in great hands!
Breathe
It’s time! Let the festivities commence. Your Bella Sera team will make sure everything is on schedule & moving along as planned. After the ceremony, your guests will enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres while you’re taking pictures outside in the Garden or in the Grand Room. Everyone will have an amazing time!
Bonus: We set up a private cocktail hour just for the wedding party!
Celebrate!
You did it! Go party with your friends, and enjoy all the food and drinks we offer at Bella Sera. At the end of the night, we will wrap up the top tier of the cake, any favors left over, and anything else you need. Plus, we’ll handle the cleanup.
Now go enjoy your honeymoon!
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