Tiffany’s Events & Designs Project 2: Business of Weddings By: Tiffany lee Spring 2014 LWPI: CCSF Potential Client Scenario: To: Tiffany@tiffanyseventsanddesigns.com From: MattandAsh65@gmail.com Dear Tiffany’s Events & Designs, My fiancé and I came upon your website and was captivated by your work. It’s beautiful and we love it to bits! We will be getting married next year in April and neither of us has enough time to plan our wedding. We would love to set an appointment to take a look at your services that can help make our dream wedding a reality. Our availability is Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays after 2pm. Thank you in advance! We look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Matt & Ashlee Initial Email Response: To: MattandAsh65@gmail.com From: Tiffany@Tiffanyseventsanddesigns.com Congratulations Matt and Ashlee! I am so happy for you! I am more than happy to set up an appointment with you. My current availability is next Wednesday March 23, 2014 at 2:30pm. I just want to start off by saying that I am truly grateful for your compliments and honored to be considered as a potential planner. I believe it is important that we take this opportunity to build a strong relationship in order to create an unforgettable event that will help transition to the next chapter in your lives. We can meet at Café du Soleil on Fillmore street in San Francisco; where we can discuss my services and queries you may have over coffee and pastry goods. If you want to invite anyone who is a part of your bridal party to attend, you may. I am looking forward to our meeting! Listed below is the address for Café du Soleil. If you have any questions, you can reach me via cell or email MF 9am-6pm. See you Wednesday! Sincerely, Tiffany H. Lee Tiffany’s Events & Designs (415)335-2959 Initial Meeting Place: Date: March 23, 2014 Time: 2:30 pm Location: Café du Soleil: 200 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94117 Café’s #: (415) 934-8637 “Live without pretending, Love without depending, Listen without defending, Speak without offending.” - Drake Initial Meeting Itinerary: Meeting Time & Date: Wednesday 3/23/2014 @ 2:30pm Location: Café du Soleil Expectation of initial meeting: Getting an understanding of who my clients are and if we are a good fit. What I will discuss with the bride and groom: - Wedding Budget - Bridal Profile Survey - Bridal Profile questionnaire - Requirements for obtaining a marriage license - Checklists for the bride, groom, bridal party, best man - Swapping of information: Bride, Groom, Maid of Honor, best man, and parents. - Bride & Groom Expectations - Bride & Groom’s Parent/ Direct Family (within bridal party)’s Expectations - Second Meeting requirements (If they choose to sign with me, etc) - Questions they may have for me. Second Meeting & Signing: ** This meeting will be where the client wants to hire me. I will go through my services booklet where we will discuss and finalize all requests and sign the contract. Also we will plan the engagement/ bridal shower if desired. *Contract has been signed Things that will be discussed - Deciding on color schemes, themes, party favors, centerpieces, invitations, place cards - Tiffany’s Events and Design services booklet - Preferred list of vendors - Engagement party plans: Do they need my services? What they’re plans are? Who will be hosting? - Bridal Shower plans: Dinner? Intimate gathering of close friends and relatives? Brides and Grooms Showers? (If they want to share the moment together?) Tiffany’s Events & Designs Bridal Profile Survey Hello! This form is to get to know you! I want to know everything about you both before we travel together towards your momentous day! These questions get in touch with your personality/ hobbies/ what either of you do together and by yourself. Bride to Be: 1. Name: ___________________ 2. Favorite Colors: _______________________________________________________ 3. Occupation:__________________________________________________________ 4. Where do you like to shop? ____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ 5. What are your “Go-to” or Favorite Fashion Brands?_______________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 6. What do you like to do on your down time? _____________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 7. What do you like to do on the weekends? ______________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 8. What is your ideal Vacation & Destination? ______________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 9. Do you do any extracurricular activities?_________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 10. Are there any family/ traditions that you must follow? ___________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ 11. Questions about your fiancé: a. How do they like their preferred beverage (Coffee/tea/liquor): ____________________________________________________________________ b. What is they’re mother’s maiden name? _____________________________ c. What was their high school mascot? _________________________________ d. What was/is their favorite music band/group/rapper? ________________ Thank you! Tiffany’s Events & Designs Bridal Profile Survey Hello! This form is to get to know you! I want to know everything about you both before we travel together towards your momentous day! These questions get in touch with your personality/ hobbies/ what either of you do together and by yourself. Groom to Be: 1. Name: ___________________ 2. Favorite Colors: _______________________________________________________ 3. Occupation:__________________________________________________________ 4. Where do you like to shop? ____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ 5. What are your “Go-to” or Favorite Fashion Brands?_______________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 6. What do you like to do on your down time? _____________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 7. What do you like to do on the weekends? ______________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 8. What is your ideal Vacation & Destination? ______________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 9. Do you do any extracurricular activities?_________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 10. Are there any family/ traditions that you must follow? ___________________ _______________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 11. Questions about your fiancé: a. How do they like their preferred beverage (Coffee/tea/liquor): ____________________________________________________________________ b. What is they’re mother’s maiden name? _____________________________ c. What was their high school mascot? _________________________________ d. What was/is their favorite music band/group/rapper? ________________ Thank you! Tiffany’s Events & Designs Client Information Form Please fill out the following information completely: Bride’s Name: ____________________ Groom’s Name: ___________________ Wedding Date: _______________________________________ City of Wedding: _____________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: __________________ State: _________________ Zip: ______________ Phone: _____________________ Cell: ______________________ Preferred phone number (Circle choice): a. Phone b. cell Email Address(s): Bride: ________________________________________________________________________ Groom: ______________________________________________________________________ Number of Guests: _________________________ Wedding Budget: __________________________ Circle your choice: a. Indoors b. Outdoors c. Both a. Seated Dinner b. Buffet Special Requests/ Queries/ Information: _______________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Notes: _______________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Please Circle items that you would like more information to help plan your wedding: Bridal shops Alterations Looking Good Wedding Cakes Caterers Subscriptions to ________________ Decorations Invitations Gifts Florists Rental Hotel accommodations Officiant Ceremony Sites Consultants Limousines Photographers Entertainment Type Videographer Jewelry Reception hall Tuxedos Events Honeymoon Packages Specials Real Estate Insurance Newsletter Loan Information Relationship Education Provide payment information below only for the reservation and payment of wedding Indigo Full Services. Authorized Signature: ____________________ Date: ________________________ □ Visa □ MasterCard □ AMEX □ Discover □ Cash □ Check Card# _________________________________ Exp. Date: _________________________ Tiffany’s Events & Designs Rep: _________________ ID# _______________________ I understand I am utilizing Tiffany’s Events & Designs to help in my wedding plans. I also understand a 50% deposit is due two months prior to the wedding date. I can cancel at any time or change my contact at any time and agree to pay all fees, if any. I acknowledge that Tiffany’s Events & Designs and its representatives are not liable for the products, services, and warranties of participating vendors. I understand that it is my responsibility to purchase my own wedding insurance, if I so desire. Bride Initials: ___________ Groom Initials: __________ Tiffany’s Events & Designs Representative Initials: _______________ Tiffany’s Events & Designs Services Booklet Tiffany H. Lee (415) 335-2959 Email: Tiffany@Tiffanyseventsanddesigns.com Blog: www.asparkleofmagic.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/tiffanyseventsanddesigns Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/tiffanyseventsanddesigns Tumblr: www.tiffanyseventsanddesign.tumblr.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffanyseventsanddesigns Website: www.tiffanyseventsanddesigns.com Tiffany’s Events & Designs Let’s Talk About Our Love About Tiffany’s Events & Designs: Tiffany’s Events & Designs is a full service event and design company in the Bay Area. Tiffany’s Events & Designs have been creating enchanting weddings, unforgettable events, and captivating designs. For the past decade, Tiffany and her team have a love and passion for taking small details and creating weddings and events that are unique and enchanting. Tiffany and her team cater to their clients with a well coordinated guided plan, unlimited resources, and innovative fashion. Who is Tiffany? Tiffany is the owner of Tiffany’s Events & Designs. She has been working at her craft for many years. Her crafts are created by her impulse to perfect and reveal an object or room’s true aesthetic possibility into a reality. She waves her imaginary wand to cast a romanticized spell creating an unforgettable and enchanting experience that will leave you breathless. Tiffany has trained herself to be capable of creating events and intricate designs that will focus on recreating your love for your significant other. Tiffany graduated from UC Riverside majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis of English and Business Admin. She delved into the pastry world where she found her passion for the wedding industry and cakes. She began digging deeper into the wedding industry, became certified and has been planning events and weddings for a decade and more. Her associates have been fully trained and are experts in weddings and design. They are her support system and have been working side by side with Tiffany creating these breathtaking unforgettable events. Ever since Tiffany was a kid, she has always been an avid reader for the classic like Gatsby, Pride & Prejudice, Wuthering Heights, and so forth. She enjoys art and is always going on road trips with her associates and friends to find adventure in new parts of town or outside of the San Francisco Bay Area. All these stimuli are the source of Tiffany’s inspiration! Tiffany’s Events & Designs Q&A How long have you been doing this? About 10 years and we have no intention of stopping! 5 Reasons to choose Tiffany’s Events & Designs: 1. You deserve the wedding of your dreams. Your vision shouldn’t be on just a piece of paper or drawing pad; it should be a reality and be a part of your life! 2. We are here for YOU! That means we cater to our client’s every request with their best interests. 3. We live and breathe for weddings and event designs. We’re obsessed…its kind of a problem. It’s hard to pull our eyes away from pinterest, or read the latest in wedding trends, or trying new patterns of decorum. 4. We WORK Hard, to PLAY Hard! We’re dedicated and passionate about making your day a romanticized escape from your daily routine. Weddings are already an escape, but we want to give it that extra spice to have you falling in love and thinking about your event even if it was a few years back. LIVE IT UP NOW! 5. We’ve been doing this for a while and we have no plans of stopping any time soon! 3 Words to Describe Us! 1. Passionate 2. Artistic 3. Indulgent What sets us apart? We’re known for being very personal with our clients. We establish a bond with our clients as we travel abroad on this journey to create the wedding or event they’ve envisioned. Our main focus that keeps us motivated is that we strongly believe that everyone deserves what they desire for their magical day, so why not help our clients achieve that! We are all about the romance, embracing every detail to something grand and luxurious that touches your senses. We love the process of it all, taking a drawing from a piece of paper come to life into something better than envisioned. If I found a team that whose motto is to “making it happen” Hey! Sign me up! I’d rather be with a team that I can depend on. Quality over quantity! Come and join the party! Who are you affiliated with? We are affiliated with WIPA & ISES: Northern California Chapter Tiffany’s Events & Designs Tiffany’s Events & Designs Services: 1. 2. 3. 4. Indigo Full Services Camarillo Partial Services Aqua Month of Coordination Periwinkle Event Design 1. Indigo Full Services: (starting at $7500) Are you feeling overwhelmed and don’t know where to start when planning for the big day? Don’t worry! Tiffany’s Events & Designs are willing to go above and beyond on helping you on your big day. We are here to help from start to finish. All we need is a pen and paper and your specifications to make them into a reality. Let’s work together to create this perfect moment! Here are our duties and what will be happening: Initial Consultation (free): Introduction and Expectations 2nd & 3rd Meetings: (the third is optional) Requests from Bride and Groom/ Unlimited phone calls within business hours M-F 9:00am-6pm and email Additional meetings requested can be either at the office or on skype/ facetime/Gchat. Set up appointments with vendors & venues: (All important parties & vendors who are not familiar with the venue must attend) Calculate and updating a budget chart, making sure to not go over. Notify the Bride and Groom of available venues for the ceremony & reception that are for their best interest of location, budget, setting, #of guests Arranging transportation, hotel arrangements for bridal party and guests, if necessary. Assist on requested wedding additions: DIY projects, personalized bridal gifts, releasing of paper lanterns or doves, carriages, special vehicles, traditional add-ons Assist on creative selections: table settings, linens, plates, theme, color schemes, music, lighting, menus, centerpieces, decorations Follow up with deliveries to ensure they arrive on time Creating a kids’ corner, if necessary. Creating the official timeline for the engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, the wedding ceremony, wedding reception Making sure guests/entertainment/wedding party is following the official timeline. Complete and confirm schedules and delegate duties for assistants and other team members on the wedding day. Mentor on wedding etiquette for bridal party and my team members Ensuring that the Bride, groom, groomsmen, best man, maid of honor, bridal party, parents’ are fitted and have rented tuxes, bridesmaids dress, wedding dress Attend all vendor tours, tux and dress fittings Assist on designing place cards, decorum, invitations, collecting RSVP cards, responses, boutonnieres, bouquets, corsages, seating chart, table assignments, floor plan, Overseeing setting up and break down of the wedding ceremony and wedding reception Coordinate and delegate wedding party and parental roles on the day of the wedding. Emergency Bridal Kit Tiffany’s Events & Designs 2. Camarillo Partial Services (starting at $4500) These are for the clients who have chosen vendors, venue, but contracts have not been finalized. However, due to different circumstances, they can’t plan the rest of it. This is where we come in! We can continue on from wherever you left off to make sure your beautiful vision comes to life! Here is what we offer: Initial meeting (free): Introduction and expectations 2nd meeting: Requests from bride & groom/ information/ budget/ signing of contract Taking all selected vendors and venue, setting up appointments/ tours/ and confirm dates and times Sign contracts to all vendors and venue. Assist on client’s requests (DIY projects, Bridal gifts, party favors/ place cards/ printed timeline program cards Ordering items for centerpieces/ parting gifts/ linens/ plates/ chair linens/ tables Follow up with deliveries to ensure they arrive on time Contacting vendors and officiate a week before the ceremony as a final reminder and confirmation Making the final timeline that will be emailed a week in advance, to all vendors/ officiate/ bridal party. Overseeing and updating a budget chart. Arranging transportation, hotel arrangements for bridal party and guests, if necessary. At the venue, making sure that the place settings, centerpieces, decorations are exactly within client’s vision. Creating a kids’ corner, if necessary. Creating the official timeline for the engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, the wedding ceremony, wedding reception Making sure guests/entertainment/wedding party is following the official timeline. Mentor on wedding etiquette for bridal party and my team members Ensuring that the Bride, groom, groomsmen, best man, maid of honor, bridal party, parents’ are fitted and have rented tuxes, bridesmaids dress, wedding dress Overseeing setting up and break down of the wedding ceremony and wedding reception Tiffany’s Events & Designs 3. Aqua Month-of Services (Starting at 1,900) This is for the clients that made arrangements with vendors and the venue but just wants to focus on celebrating their big day. Since these clients have found all the pieces to their wedding, this is where we come in to connect the pieces to create your perfect picture moment. Duties that will be carried out: Initial Consultation: creating the wedding day timeline. (This must be done 1-2 months before wedding date) Venue walkthrough: discussing all details and layout. Figuring out the time slot for vendors loading and set up. (1-2 months before wedding date) Final consultation: review and make the official wedding timeline. Overseeing load in and set up of décor, place cards, menus, DIY, plate settings, centerpieces, cake, Contacting vendors a week before the big day to confirm their arrival and load-in times. Direct the rehearsal and ceremony, delegating jobs for my team members. Wedding Day Emergency Kit Overseeing gifts, personal items, clothing, décor, after event. Overseeing the breakdown of the venue in accordance to the venue contract. Tiffany’s Events & Designs 4. Periwinkle Designing Services & Events: Here are additional things that we offer to help you for any event! We will offer consultation as well as design necessary timelines, if needed. 1. Events: a. Rehearsal Dinner: $300 b. Engagement Party: $250 c. Bachlorette Party: $250 d. Bridal Shower: $250 e. Post-Wedding Brunch: $200 f. Birthdays: $500 g. Anniversaries: $550 2. Designed packages and treats: a. Packaged Wedding Favors: $130 for 60 favors/ $200 for 100 favors b. Swag bags for Bridal Party: $15 for every five bags. c. Designing the money box: $50 Tiffany’s Events & Designs Destination Wedding Options Who doesn’t mind travelling and having your wedding in paradise! What better yet than to continue the party and have your honeymoon at the same destination! Here are a few locations that paradise can be a part of your wedding day. Information Before the magic can happen: 1. You must have a valid passport. 2. Pack light, memorable souvenirs take up space. 3. Be mindful that wedding venues need to have thorough site visits, all requirements must be met, and laws are different in each country. Beautiful Destinations that will leave you breathless: 1. Maui, Hawaii (U.S.A.) https://travaasa.com/hana/ 2. Auckland, Australia http://auckland.langhamhotels.co.nz/ 3. British Columbia, Canada http://www.fairmont.com/hotel-vancouver/ 4. Paris, France http://parishoteldulouvre.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html?src=agn_phd_lclb_gpl aces 5. Crete, Greece http://www.bluepalace.gr/ 6. Santorini, Greece http://www.andronis-suites.com/ 7. Venice, Italy http://www.hotelcolombina.com/ 8. Tuscany, Italy http://monteverdituscany.com/ 9. Tokyo, Japan http://www.hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.com/weddings 10. Taipei, Taiwan http://www.amazinghall.com.tw/ Tiffany’s Events & Designs Bridal Profile Questionaire 1. Name of Bride-to-be(B2b):_________________________________________ 2. Name of Groom-to-be(G2B):_______________________________________ 3. Date of Birth: a. Bride:____________________ b. Groom:_____________________ 4. Current Addresses: a. Bride:___________________________________________________________ b. Groom:_________________________________________________________ 5. Future Address:_____________________________________________________ 6. Age: a. 18 - 25 b. 25 - 30 c. 31 - 35 d. 36 - 45 e. Over 45 7. Income: a. Under $30,000 b. $31,000 - $50,000 c. $51,000 - $75,000 d. $76,000 - $100,000 e. Over $100,000 8. City of Wedding:___________________________________________________ 9. Wedding Date:____________________________________________________ 10. Time of Ceremony:_________________________________________________ 11. Time of Reception:_________________________________________________ 12. Bride’s Heritage (Optional):_________________________________________ 13. Groom’s Heritage (Optional):_______________________________________ 14. Wedding Budget: a. Under $10,000 b. $10,001 - $15,000 c. $15,001 - $20,000 d. $20,001 - $25,000 e. Over $25,000 15. Number of Guests (Used for price per person estimates, such as invitations, catering, and cake):__________________________________________________ 16. Number of Hotel Rooms:______________________________________________ 17. What type of wedding is planned? a. Very Formal b. Formal c. Semi-formal d. Informal e. other__________ 18. Circle two words that best describes your wedding day vision: Elegant Magical Simple Festive Party Hip Conservative Contemporary Grand Vintage Traditional Sophisticated Romantic Glamorous Celebration Funky 19. How many Bridesmaids, including the Maid of Honor? a. 1-3 b. 4-6 c. 7-10 d. 10 or more 20. How many Groomsmen/ ushers, including the Best Man? a. 1-3 b. 4-6 c. 7-10 d. 10 or more 21. Will you have a Ring Bearer? a. Yes b. No 22. Will you have a Flower Girl/s? If so, How many? Yes/No _______________ 23. Favorite PRIMARY color? a. Red b. Yellow c. Blue 24. Favorite SECONDARY color? a. Green b. Purple c. Orange 25. Favorite INTERMEDIATE color? a. Magenta b. Teal c. Gold d. Lime Green e. Red-orange f. Indigo 26. Favorite ACHROMATIC color? a. Black b. White c. Brown 27. Favorite PASTEL color? a. None b. Pink c. Purple d. Blue e. Yellow f. Peach g. Green h. All 28. Favorite ACCENT colors? a. Tan/ taupe/ Champagne b. Black/ Platinum/ Sterling (Silver) c. Chocolate/ Latte/ Espresso d. Purple/ Plum/ Lavender/ Lilac e. Navy/ Indigo f. Light Blue/ Periwinkle g. Peach/ Coral/ Cantaloupe h. Red/ Cinnamon/ Apple i. Light Green/ Mint Green/ Sea Green 29. Favorite Wedding Designers:____________________________________________ 30. Wedding Gown Color: a. Blue White b. Natural White c. Cream d. Ivory e. Other____________ 31. Wedding Gown Style: Length: a. Full b. Ankle c. Knee Fabric: (Choose two per season) 1. Spring/ Summer: a. Chiffon b. Lightweight Lace c. Silk Charmeuse d. Eyelet Linen e. Lightweight Satin f. Organza 2. Fall/ Winter: a. Velvet b. Heavy Lace c. Brocade d. Rich Taffetta e. Satin Silhouette: a. A – Line b. Ball Gown c. Basque Waist d. Empire e. Sheath f. Mermaid Sleeve Options: a. Strapless b. Spaghetti Straps c. Off-the-shoulder d. Three-Quarter Length e. Cap f. Fitted Point Neckline: a. Bateau b. Décolletage c. Halter d. Jewel e. Off-the-shoulder f. Sweetheart g. Scoop h. V-neck i. Wedding Band Collar 32. Headpiece Style: a. None b. Tiara c. Headband d. Wreath 33. Veil Style: a. None b. Blusher c. Fingertip d. Ballerina e. Sweeping f. Cathedral 34. Bridal Shoes: a. Sneakers b. Ballet Slippers c. Strappy Sandals d. Open Back Slings e. Other 35. Accessories: (Choose all that apply) a. Gloves b. Garter c. Handkerchief d. Jewelry e. Purse f. Wrap 36. Stationery: (Match answers to regarding style) Paper: a. Linen b. Vellum c. Parchment d. Jacquard e. Corrugated f. Handmade paper g. Glassine h. Rice Paper Printing: a. Engraved Invitations b. Thermography c. Offset Printing d. Letterpress e. Calligraphy Wording: a. Traditional Wording: ~ “Mr. & Mrs. Jones, the parents of Alicia Jones, request the honor…” b. Contemporary Wording: ~ “We invite you to join us in celebrating…” 37. Reception: (Match to answers regarding vendor preferences) a. Indoor b. Outdoor c. Both 38. Catering: a. Seated/ plated dinner b. Buffet c. Appetizers only d. Champagne and Cake only 39. Cake: Style: a. Contemporary b. Fun c. Traditional d. Simple e. Elegant f. Other____________________________________________________________ Flavor: a. Vanilla b. Chocolate c. Other____________________________________________________________ 40. Flowers: (Two per season of your wedding date) a. Winter:______________________________________________________________ b. Spring:______________________________________________________________ c. Summer:____________________________________________________________ d. Fall:_________________________________________________________________ 41. Photography Style: a. Traditional b. Photojournalistic c. Storybook d. Combination________ 42. Ceremony Location: Indoor: a. Religious Facility b. Hall c. Special Venue________________________ Outdoor: a. Garden b. Backyard c. Special Venue__________________________ 43. Ceremony Music: Processional: a. Live Singer/Soloist b. String Quartet c. Classical CD (ie. Canon in D) d. Other____________________________________________________________ “Here Comes The Bride” Recessional: a. Live Singer/Soloist b. String Quartet c. Classical CD (ie. Canon in D) d. Other____________________________________________________________ 44. Reception Music: Live Band: a. Jazz b. Contemporary c. Rock d. Country e. Combination Disc Jockey: a. Oldies b. Top 40 c. Rock d. Country e. Combination String Quartet: a. Classical b. New Age c. Combination 45. Transportation: a. Limousine b. Sedan/ Town Car c. Stretch Hummer d. Truck Limousine e. Stretch Navigator f. Other_______________________________________________________________ 46. Videography: a. Budget:_____________________________________________________________ b. Style: One Camera/ Two Cameras/ Cinema Style 47. Wedding Planner: a. Planner b. Coordinator c. Director d. All Services 48. Decorations/Favors/Extras: (Choose all that apply) Dove Releases Bubbles Sand Ceremony Rose Petal Paper cones Guest Favors Ice Sculpture Gift Baskets Other 49. Please describe what is important to you, the day of your wedding: ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Tiffany’s Events & Designs San Francisco Marriage License Requirements General Information: California residency and US citizenship are not requirements for marriage in California Only two unmarried persons over the age of 18 years of age may apply for a marriage license in California. Anyone under 18 must obtain a court order through the Juvenile Court system. Marriage by proxy is not allowed in California. Blood Test is not required. No waiting period. Must set up appointment and pay at scheduled appointment. Marriage license is issued 30 minutes after checking in for your marriage license appointment Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days from the date it was issued. If you do not get married within 90 days, the license will no longer be valid, and you must purchase a new license Marriage ceremony performed by authorized person defined by CA Family Code Section 400 The person solemnizing the marriage must return the original marriage license within 10 days of the date of the ceremony You will NOT receive a copy of your marriage license unless requested. If married before: You will need to know the specific date your last marriage ended, and how it ended (Death/ Dissolution/ Divorce/ or Nullity). Some counties may require a copy of the final judgment if your previous marriage ended by dissolution or nullity. Public vs. Confidential Marriage Licenses: Public: The ceremony may take place anywhere in the State of California, at least one witness must be present at the ceremony, and the marriage record is made available to the public. Confidential: Parties to the marriage must be living together, ceremony must take place in the county where the marriage license was issued, no witnesses are required, and the marriage record is only available to the named parties on the document. Civil Marriages: Civil ceremonies are performed by a Deputy Marriage Commissioner Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (except legal holidays) by prepaid confirmed reservation only. Reservation may be made and paid for through our online reservation system. It is highly recommended that you check for reservation availability of your preferred ceremony date and time prior to making your marriage license reservation in the event you want both reservations scheduled on the same day. Fees: Public & Confidential marriage licenses: $101.00 (plus $5.00 convenience fee) Where do I pay: San Francisco County Clerk City Hall, Suite 168 1 Dr, Carlton B. Goodlett Place San Francisco, Ca 94102-4678 (415) 554-4950 8:00a.m. -4:00p.m./ M-F How do I pay? 1. Cash/ Debit Card – In person only 2. Money Order/ Cashier’s check – Payable to SF County Clerk 3. Personal Check – preprinted with name and address (California only, no out of state) – payable to SF County Clerk Tiffany’s Events & Designs Indigo Full Services Contract Today’s Date: ______________________ Name of Company: _______________________ Wedding Planner: _________________________ Address: __________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________ Bride”s Name: _________________________ Number: ______________________________ Address: ______________________________ Groom’s Name: __________________ Number: _________________________ Address: _________________________ Wedding Information: Wedding Date: ________________________________________________ Wedding Venue Location: ______________________________________ Wedding Ceremony Time: ______________________________________ Wedding Reception Time: ______________________________________ Payment Schedule: Total Cost: $7500 50% should be paid at signing of the contract as a deposit. The remaining balance should be paid one week before the event. *If event is cancelled before the final payment is paid, 50% of the final payment is owed due to cancellation. See below for more info) 1st payment: ____________ Date: ___________________ Initials: __________________ Final Payment: ________________ Date: _________________________ Initials: ________________________ Type of Payments: 1. Personal Check: Payable to Tiffany’s Events & Designs. *if check bounces, you will have to pay the penalty from the bank and an additional $75.00 2. Debit Card Cancellation Policy: Any changes made to this letter of agreement must be made in writing and signed by all parties. You may cancel this agreement, in writing, for any reason. If the wedding is canceled, refunds are limited to unearned fees, funds in excess of unused or non-refundable fees and out-of-pocket expenses. If you cancel less than [#] days before the wedding – except for the death of a member of your immediate family – there will be no refund. If the wedding is not canceled, there will be no refund. 10 Days after signing 75% will be refunded 30 Days after signing 50% will be refunded 60 Days after signing 0% will be refunded *If the first 50% (the deposit) is paid and you were to cancel before making the final payment, I am to receive 50% of your final payment for my services. Proposal Choice: Indigo Full Service Additional Charges: Overtime: $150.00 per hour Mileage costs & Travel fees: $40 per trip that is over 15 miles Be aware of State tax that must be paid towards vendors and venue. General Provisions: The Wedding Planner shall arrive at the wedding location at an agreed upon time to meet the vendors at least three hours prior to the start of the wedding ceremony. The Client fully understands and agrees that The Wedding Planner shall not be responsible or held liable in the event the Wedding Planner is prohibited from providing wedding day services due to illness, hospitalization, auto accident, transportation breakdown/disruption, traffic difficulties, acts of God such as hurricanes or inclement weather or other unforeseen incapacitation or other cause of non-arrival on the day of the wedding. The Wedding Planner will make every attempt to notify The Client and to provide for a substitute Wedding Planner who can provide services if time and resources permit. In any event, The Wedding Planner and her assistants shall NOT be held liable for any compensation for any damages (including punitive) due to nonperformance of any wedding services resulting from such incapacitations, nonarrival, errors and/or omissions of any type. The Client gives permission and shall allow the Wedding Planner to post a photograph(s) of them, the wedding ceremony setting, and reception setting on the Wedding Planner’s website for viewing by the internet community. The Client acknowledges that this is for promotional purposes only and they do not expect any compensation of any kind. There shall be no expiration period for this permission. The Wedding Planner gives permission and shall allow the Client to use any photographs, videos or other recording media in which the Wedding Planner is in, or part of, in any manner or for any purpose they wish. This agreement or any attachments constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and may not be modified except in writing signed by both parties or by the acknowledgement of e-mail received by both parties. No other representations or promises have been made except those that are set out in this agreement. If any part of this agreement is adjudged invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining parts shall not be affected and remain in full force and effect. In the event that any vendor cancels prior to the date of the wedding, the Client agrees that the Wedding Planner may substitute a new vendor with or without advance notice to the Client at its discretion and any additional costs to be paid by the Client. End of Contract: I ____________________________, the bride and ______________________, the groom, have agreed to the followed terms and conditions that are written above. We choose to work with ___________________ of Tiffany’s Events & Designs to perform our wedding. I, Tiffany Lee, of Tiffany’s Events & Designs, hereby state that after the signing of this contract all my time and undivided attention will be catered to my clients needs, I will fulfill all duties to the best of my ability until their event has been fulfilled and accomplished. Bride’s Name: _____________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: _____________________________ Groom’s Name: __________________ Signature: ________________________ Date: ____________________________ Planner’s Name: ___________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: _____________________________ Witness’s Name: __________________ Signature: ________________________ Date: ____________________________ Tiffany’s Events & Designs Bridal Party Checklists The Checklists below are to help you as well as give your Bridal Party their chance to shine and make your day even more special! Maid of Honor: - Helps the bride select bridesmaid’s attire Helps address invitations and place cards Helps the Bride look at different venues Assists in organizing, and assists in paying for, the Bridal Shower Organize bridesmaids’ gift to the bride Usually gives an individual gift to the couple Makes sure that all bridesmaids, the flower girl, and the ring bearer are at fittings, rehearsal, and the ceremony on time Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is included at the rehearsal dinner Assists Bride with picking out Brides wedding dress Hosts the Bachelorette Party Attend as many events as possible, cake tasting, Bridal fitting, florists, etc. Walks in processional and recessional Offers first toast to Bride and Groom at wedding Holds the groom’s wedding ring Helps with the bride’s gown Makes sure the bride’s gown is “picture perfect” throughout the day Holds the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate Stands in the receiving line Keeps the bride on schedule Helps the bride change into her going away clothes Takes care of the bride’s gown and accessories after the reception Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding (if there is no transportation provided by the Bride and Groom) Arranges the bride’s veil and train before the processional and recessional Bridesmaids: - Assist the Maid of Honor as requested Attended as many prenuptial events as possible Possibly host or co-host the Bachelorette Party or Bridal Shower (optional) Assist the bride with errands Contribute to bridesmaids’ gift to the bride. Usually gives an individual gift to the couple Arrive at dressing site promptly Walk in processional and recessional Possibly participate in receiving line Dance with ushers and single male guests Help gather guests for the first dance, cake cutting, and bouquet toss Participate in bouquet toss, if single Look after the couple’s elderly relatives or friends Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding (if there is no transportation provided by the Bride and Groom) Best Man: - Organize a Bachelor party for the groom Coordinates the usher’s gift to the groom Usually gives an individual gift to the couple Is expected to attend the rehearsal and is included in the rehearsal dinner Gets the groom dressed and to the ceremony on time Makes sure the groom’s wedding related expenses are prepared (Officiant fee, tips, etc.) Makes sure the groom has the marriage license with him Delivers any payment to Officiant, sexton, and ceremony musician (s), as prearranged Enters the sanctuary with the groom Takes care of and holds the bride’s wedding ring Makes sure all ushers are properly attired and in place on time Walks in the recessional Helps the Ring Bearer, if necessary Witnesses the signing of the marriage certificate Drives the bride and groom to reception, if no driver/transportation is provided Helps welcomes guests at reception Offers toast to bride and groom at reception Dances with the bride, maid of honor, mothers, and single female guests Helps the groom get ready for the honeymoon Gathers up and takes care of groom’s wedding clothes after he changes Has car ready for the bride and groom to leave the reception of perhaps drives them to their next destination Groomsmen: - Know the order of seating per tradition such as special guests, grandmothers of the bride and groom, and bride’s mother last Remove pew ribbons, one row at a time, after the ceremony Close windows and check pews for programs or articles left behind after the ceremony Are prepared to direct guests to the reception side (having extra maps available) Dance with bridesmaids and other guests at the reception Look after elderly relatives or friends Participate in garter ceremony, if there is one, and encourage other single men to participate Coordinate return of rented apparel with head usher to best man Pays for own wedding attire and transportation to the wedding (if there is no transportation provided by the Bride and Groom) Ask guest whether they are to be seated on the bride’s side or the groom’s side Offer their right arm to female guests (with the guest’s escort walking behind) or ask couples to follow behind (leading couple to their seat) Walk to the left side of a male guest Hand each guest a program when they are seated Put the aisle runner in place after guests are seated and before the processional begins Participate in Bachelor Party for the groom, if there is one Contribute to the ushers’ gift to the groom. Usually gives an individual gift to the couple Expected to attend the rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner Review any special seating situations with the head usher before the ceremony begins Greets guests as they arrive Seat the eldest women first if a group guests arrive simultaneously Mother of the Bride: - Hosts an engagement party (the bride’s family traditionally gets the first opportunity) Helps couple to decide on sites or assists in making big planning decisions Attend and help plan the Rehearsal Dinner Usually contributes to the wedding budget Assists bride in putting together the family’s guest list Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions May help bride to shop for wedding gown and accessories Chooses own wedding day outfit (may consult with mother of the groom about formality) Along with the maid of honor and bridesmaids, may plan and host Bridal Shower On wedding day help bride to get ready Walk in recessional with husband following wedding party Greets guests in receiving line Helps the Bride get ready on the Big Day Helps with collecting and organizing RSVP’s May be announced along with husband Sits in an honored place at parent’s table May assist with coordinating vendors May host a post-wedding brunch Father of the Bride: - Helps host engagement party if needed Helps contribute majority of the money to the wedding budget Rents matching formal wear to the Groom Walks daughter down the aisle Gives the bride away during the ceremony Escort the mother of the bride out following the wedding party Greets guests in the receiving line Be part of the Father/Daughter dance Supports the Mother of the Bride May be announced with wife at reception May make a welcoming speech Sits in an honored place at the parent’s table Toasts the newlyweds after the best man makes his Dances with the bride May take care of vendor balances at the end of reception Helps with post wedding brunch the next day Mother of the Groom: - Contacts the mother of the bride if the families are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if you have met) Attends (first) engagement party if the bride’s family hosts one Along with husband, may host an additional engagement party for the groom’s side of the family. Usually contributes to wedding budget May help couple decide on sites and/ or make other big planning decisions Helps group to put together family’s guest list Offers suggestions for special family or ethnic ceremony traditions May help bride shop for her wedding gown Chooses own wedding day outfit (may consult with mother of the bride about formality) Along with husband, plans and hosts the rehearsal dinner Escorted out following the wedding party and the bride’s parents Greets guests in the receiving line May be announced with husband at the reception Sits in an honored place at the parent’s table Does mother-son dance with groom Attends post wedding brunch (if held) Father of the Groom: - Attends (first) engagement party, if the bride’s family hosts one Along with wife, may contribute to the wedding budget May help couple decide on sites and/ or make other big planning decisions Rents own formalwear (after talking with couple to coordinate with wedding party); attends fittings as needed Along with wife, plans rehearsal dinner May travel to ceremony with the groom and best man May escort wife to her sear right before the mother of the bride is seated Flower Girl: - - Dress and accessories should be paid for by her family Attends the rehearsal although she usually does not the rehearsal dinner In the processional, walks alone directly before the bride and her father Often scatters petals from a basket she holds, although this is sometimes too overwhelming a responsibility for a young girl to manage in front of a large group of people. It is usually easier for her to carry either a small basket of flowers or a tiny nosegay of flowers similar to those carried by the bridesmaids In the recessional, walks with the ring bearer, directly behind the couple The bride may hire a babysitter or ask one of the bridesmaids to look after the flower girl, to be in charge of checking her appearance and making sure she is present for formal pictures, helping her manage her food at the reception, and escorting her to the ladies room Ring Bearer: - - - Attends the rehearsal although he usually does not attend the rehearsal dinner Carries either the actual rings or a facsimile of the rings (often a practical idea), on a white velvet or satin cushion. If the rings are genuine, they should be fastened to the cushion with a very thin thread or placed over a firmly fixed hatpin. The best man takes the rings from the cushion at the right moment. Walks with the flower girl in the recessional, directly behind the bride and groom He immediately precedes the flower girls in the processional The bride may hire a babysitter or ask one of the ushers to look after the ring bearer, to be in charge of checking his appearance, making sure he is present formal pictures, helping him manage his food at the reception, and escorting him to the men’s room. His attire should be paid for by his family Tiffany’s Events & Designs Preferred Vendors List 1. Photography: Colson Griffith 118 Wood St. SF, Ca 94118 (415) 314-6096 www.colsongriffit h.com/ Brian MacStay (925) 348-8856 www.brianmacstayphotogr aphy.com/ Ben Christensen (480) 284-3478 www.benchristensenph oto.com/ 2. Rentals: Hartmann Studios 70 W Ohio Ave. Richmond, Ca 94804 (510) 232-5030 www.hartmannstudiosrental s.com Blueprint Studios 1555 Bancroft Ave. SF, Ca 94124 (415) 922-9004 www.blueprintstudios. com La Tavola Linen 3401 Sacramento St. SF, Ca 94118 (415) 440-3333 www.latavolalinen. com/ 3. Catering: Thomas John Events 1501 Cortland Ave. SF, Ca 94110 (415) 641-4700 www.thomasjohnevents.c om/ Taste Catering & Event Planning 3450 3rd St. SF, Ca 94124 (415) 550-6464 www.tastecatering.co m/ Paula LeDuc Fine Catering 1350 Park Ave. Emeryville, Ca 94608 (510) 547-7825 www.paulaleduc.co m/ 4. Florists: Asiel Design 245 Mc Evoy St. San Jose, Ca 95126 (408) 280-7078 www.asieldesign. com/ Kathleen Deery Design 45 Lusk St, San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 442-5010 www.kathleendeerydesi gn.com/ Huckleberry Karen Designs (415) 290-4312 www.huckleberrykarendesi gns.com/ 5. Videography: SandBox Love www.sandboxlove.us email: jesse@sandboxlove.us Luke Goodman Cinematography 1228 15th Ave. SF, Ca 94122 (415) 794-7226 www.lukegoodman.com Justin Fone Productions 660 4th St. #275 SF, Ca 94107 (415) 652-9500 www.justinfone.com/ 6. Cake: Inticing Creations (415) 205-9422 www.inticingcreations.co m/ Cake Coquette 1501 Cortland Ave. SF, Ca 94110 (415) 641-0200 www.cakecoquette.co m/ Studio Cake 104 Gilbert Ave. Menlo Park, Ca 94025 (650) 326-1019 www.studiocake.co m Little Miss Press Creative Designs by (707) 236-2230 Mimi www.littlemisspress.com/ 2740 Waltrip Ln. Concord, Ca 94518 (925) 787-0665 www.creativemimi.com/ Hello Lucky 977 Howard St. SF, Ca 94103 (415) 335-0008 www.hellolucky.com 7. Stationary: 8. Entertainment: Verducci Productions 1013 Pardee St. #3. Berkeley, Ca 94710 (415) 545-8635 www.verduccies.com Big Fun Dj’s (800)924-4386 www.bigfundj.com Peter Rudolfi (415) 550-1872 www.rudolfiartists.com 9. Lighting: Enhanced Lighting & Sound (800) 829-2993 www.enhancedlighting.com Audrey Joseph Productions (866) 280-6565 www.audreyjoseph.com 10. Venues: The Fairmont San Francisco 950 Mason St. SF, Ca 94108 (415) 772-5000 www.fairmont.com/sa n-francisco/ Katie Kelly – Catering Manager Hotel Sofitel San Francisco Bay 223 Twin Dolphin Dr. Redwood City, Ca 94065 (650) 598-9000 www.sofitel.com/gb/hot el-0922-sofitel-sanfrancisco-bay/ Tiffany Kim – Catering Manager Bently Reserve 301 Battery St. SF, Ca 94111 (415) 294-2226 www.bentlyreserve.co m Vivian Perez – Catering Manager Tiffany’s Events & Designs Bridal Party/ Shower Themes There are innumerable ways to spice up the festivities before your big day. We want you and your bridal party to have a blast! Here are a few ideas that may help you in preparing for your bridal party/ shower. 1. Lingerie Theme: This is more of a risqué type of shower which consists of gifts that are catered to the bride’s personal side. Gift ideas could be particular garments for her honeymoon, undergarments, books, lotion, makeup, stockings, etc. 2. The Kitchen Shower: Ask guests to choose gifts the bride will need to establish an ideal newlywed kitchen. Gifts might include tools, utensils, cookware, bake ware, appliances, kitchen linens, and cookbooks. Potluck can be an option, or having a cook off where recipes can be traded off and the fact that in the end the meal is prepared together. At the end of the shower the bride to be will have a collection of her favorite recipes. 3. The Round the Clock Shower: Guests are assigned one of the 24hrs in a day. Once designated time is selected, guests, will choose gifts that reflect the time that they chose: Example: a. Tammy received 10pm. She could choose bath salts, spa mask, bath fizz balls, etc. b. Dianne received 6am. He gift could be coffee mugs, jam, coffee beans, coffee/espresso maker, etc. Everyone that is participating needs to be prepared to share their choices. Tiffany’s Events & Designs Budget Tips: Here is a list of budget tips to prevent the Bride and Groom to be from going over budget. We want you to stay on track and achieve your envisioned Wedding. 1. Be Realistic: It’s hard, because we all love to indulge in ourselves. However, when it comes down to it, we can’t invest all our savings into one “pot”. This is just the beginning of your lives together as a couple; there will be future expenses that you will have to pay. Being realistic is indulging in moderation and realizing what your priorities are. 2. Shave off some layers: If you are encountering an issue where the vendors are pretty much soaking up your funds, something needs to shave off some layers. Traditions and requests set aside, try shaving off things that are at the bottom of the priority list like the possible following: a. Cut the guest list. b. Do you need the filet mignon AND lobster per person? c. Do you need that particular overlay for your table settings? d. Do you need the utensils made of pearl? How about simple silverware? e. Do you need silk linens? How about silk or lamour? *These types of questions is what you and your partner need to question when shopping for vendors. 3. Not all beautiful things come with a large price: There are multiple ways to accommodate luxurious items. The smart shopper buys plain items and dazzles the item to their liking. DIY projects come into play and your creativity lets loose. Don’t worry we are more than willing to help and accommodate. 4. Swapping out flowers: This is a tough one, but it can be done. Being a fan of colorful flowers, it is hard to put done those that are aesthetically pleasing. However, going back to being realistic, if you can’t afford it trade it for something different or cut down the amount of the type of flower if you don’t want to swap. 5. Focus on yourself: It is your wedding, no one else’s. Plan it how you want. Tiffany’s Events & Designs Information on Relationship Building Weddings can be a stressful time because of the amount of specifications and work that goes into planning a wedding. It’s not an easy task that can easily be handled in a day. It takes a lot of time, preparation, and research. With that, in addition to our day jobs, it can take some time away from our significant others. Here is a list of options that can help strengthen your relationship during the pre-wedding arrangements. What is Marriage and Relationship Education? 1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Relationship_education Sites on articles about Marriage and Relationship Building: 1. http://www.apa.org/research/action/marital.aspx 2. http://www.twoofus.org/educational-content/articles/finding-amarriage-education-program/index.aspx Sites That You Can Check Out: 1. http://www.thegoodnewscenter.org/Marriage_and_Relationship_E ducation.cfm 2. http://www.myrelationshipcenter.org/home/services/ 3. http://www.smartmarriages.com/index.html