If you ever find yourself in the Cornwall, New York area, please stop by my shop, a General Store Du Jour, Oliver & Chatfield
background image by John Cropper Photography
I specialize in partial planning and day-of wedding coordination, with several planning assistance add-ons available to meet each individual couple's needs.
The Wedding Assistant is your go-to gal, questions-answerer, crisis-solver, tie-breaker, decision-maker, best wedding assistant ever.
I exist for couples on a budget, or just looking for a little extra help planning or managing their wedding day.
Connecticut, New Jersey, The Shore, Hudson Valley, Catskills,
New York City, and beyond!
Always a fan of destinations!
"I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills... skills I have acquired over a very long career." - Liam Neeson
I relocated to New York, last year, with my husband and two doggies from Columbus, Ohio where I was The Wedding Assistant of Columbus, winner of WeddingWire's Couple's Choice Award for being in the top 5% of wedding professionals in the region.
Before that, I was Aide de Camp to Brigadier General Mark Yenter while serving in the U.S. Army where, in addition to running the day-to-day business of a one-star general in 15-minute increments, I also managed countless social and formal events. I hold a dual degree from The Ohio State University in English and Interior Space Design.
My background in problem solving, communication, and visual design is particularly useful when helping my clients create unique and personalized events because it helps me really listen and understand my couples' visions. This allows my clients to have a well-rounded and complete experience, and, as a designer, I can do many projects in-house, which helps save time and money.
For the last five years, I've truly enjoyed putting my energy into wedding design and coordination. I believe that in order for couples to fully enjoy their wedding day, they need a pro they trust completely to organize and manage all the details.
My military background has taught me that there is a solution to nearly any problem and that most events will go off without a hitch if you stay one step ahead at all times, and anticipate and plan for the things that could go awry.
I can't wait to meet and work with you! Cheers! -Susan
Christa Kimble Photography
COUPLES USUALLY SPEND AROUND $1,950 FOR COMPLETE "DAY-OF" OR "MONTH-OF" COORDINATION AND CONSULTATION SERVICES
Perhaps you prefer to do most of the planning yourself, but would like professional guidance throughout the process. Though this package can be customized to fit your needs, it typically includes a site visit and one other vendor meeting of your choice, budget worksheet, vendor consultation and selection, and up to 4 planning meetings. I also work with you to develop a personalized design concept and inspiration board for your wedding that will be incorporated throughout your printed materials, decor, and overall wedding concept to create a unique, cohesive style. Wedding Day Management is included in Partial Planning. This package starts at $2,850.
The most-requested package and AKA "day-of" or "month-of" coordination. About a month before your wedding, we will meet and discuss your day-of timeline and instructions and coordinate contract details with your vendors. I'll help your officiant run your ceremony rehearsal the night before, then be there for up to 13 hours on your wedding day as your expert in vendor and detail management. Consultation services come standard with a Wedding Day Management package to ensure you get the support you need should you have any questions. This package starts at $1,850.
Some reception venues do not offer the assistance of an in-house coordinator. Couples who simply need someone to set up reception decor items and coordinate your reception timeline and vendors will benefit from this money-saving package option. This package starts at $1,250.
Wedding Design Concept Development
I can help you come up with a cohesive concept that can be applied through anything that’s aesthetically related to your wedding including printed materials, fonts, colors, graphics, florals, linens, decor, lighting, and the overall look and feel. My wedding design package starts at $650 and includes, at a minimum:
À La Carte Services
Get help staying on task with individual planning meetings, or have your Wedding Assistant attend your vendor meetings with you. I can also create a custom budget worksheet and help you find the most cost-effective solutions for details you're looking to save on. Some options can even be purchased individually without a coordination or design package, and most have no minimum purchase!
Please contact me for an accurate quote. Individual packages will be priced according to the following considerations: type and location of ceremony and reception, anticipated number of guests, logistical requirements and any a la carte items you choose to add-on.
background photo by John Cropper Photography
Kelly Maughan Photography
Mission Statement:
Allow couples on all budgets the opportunity to have a completely customized, expert wedding coordination & consultation experience.
This means being consistently detail oriented, anticipating issues & finding solutions that are in the couple's best interest & not mine or the vendors'. It also means always working my hardest to make sure every couple can focus on themselves & their guests on their wedding day.
