{"id":1633,"date":"2015-09-29T19:25:42","date_gmt":"2015-09-29T19:25:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/?p=1633"},"modified":"2015-09-29T19:25:42","modified_gmt":"2015-09-29T19:25:42","slug":"4-tips-for-knowing-when-youve-found-the-right-wedding-vendor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/blog\/4-tips-for-knowing-when-youve-found-the-right-wedding-vendor\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips for Knowing When You\u2019ve Found the Right Wedding Vendor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Once you have booked your venue and set your date, it\u2019s time to start researching and choosing your vendors! Choosing wedding vendors to help you bring your wedding day vision to life is a very important task that can seem daunting at first. It\u2019s often best to start researching and reaching out to vendors at least <a title=\"Wedding Checklist and Timeline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/blog\/wedding-checklist\/\">one year in advance<\/a> of your planned wedding date, to ensure they are available. This will give you time to research and find the right wedding vendors that will play such an important role on your wedding day.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/143\/2010\/02\/caterer.jpg\" alt=\"caterer plating food\" width=\"725\" height=\"380\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some of the vendors you\u2019ll want to start thinking about and researching about a year away from your date are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reception entertainment (a DJ, band, etc)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/vendors\/photos-videos\/\">A photographer and\/or\u00a0videographer<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Transportation (if needed to get from your ceremony location to the reception location)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/vendors\/hair-and-makeup\/\">Hair &amp; makeup<\/a> for the bride and\/or bridal party<\/li>\n<li>Caterer (can depend on your venue)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/vendors\/officiants\/\">Wedding ceremony officiant<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So how do you know when you\u2019ve found the right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asaratogawedding.com\/vendors\/\">wedding vendor<\/a>? We\u2019ve provided some tips below to help you figure out if you\u2019ve found the right ones!<\/p>\n<h2>They\u2019re Within Your Budget<\/h2>\n<p>For brides and grooms working with a budget, one of the most important tips for knowing when you\u2019ve found the right vendor is selecting a vendor that is <a title=\"Setting a Wedding Budget\" href=\"\/blog\/establishing-a-wedding-budget\/\">within your budget<\/a>. When you\u2019re researching vendors and reaching out to them, <strong>don\u2019t shy away from asking about the cost<\/strong> of their services. If you find that a particular vendor you really wanted is out of your budget, see if you can eliminate or go with a lower cost option for another vendor. For example, if you really want a photographer that turns out being a little higher than your price range, consider choosing a professional DJ instead of a wedding band that can cost thousands more.<\/p>\n<h2>They\u2019re Experienced and Have Good Reviews<\/h2>\n<p>Before you decide to contact a vendor, make sure to do your research. Browse their websites and social media accounts (if they have them) but also read reviews from past clients to get a better sense of their services. Find information related to their experience such as how many years they have been in business, and <strong>if they\u2019ve ever been a vendor at your venue<\/strong>. Speak with friends or relatives who may be able to provide insight into an experience with a particular vendor, or find out if they have a recommendation. Ask your venue if they have a list of \u201cpreferred vendors\u201d you could have. Oftentimes, this list isn\u2019t something that vendors can pay to be listed on, but rather, it is based on factors such as reliability, professionalism, experience, quality of service and knowledge of the venue itself.<\/p>\n<h2>They Respond in a Reasonable Time Frame<\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re reaching out to vendors and submitting contact forms online, we recommend that you keep an eye on how quickly they get back to you. Also, pay attention to the quality of their response. For example, if you\u2019ve contacted a potential vendor and they don\u2019t respond for several weeks, and when they do, they don\u2019t tell you anything more than the information that you already found on their website, it may be a good idea write them off. A more <strong>responsive vendor can make all the difference<\/strong> when it comes to your big day.<\/p>\n<h2>Go With Your Gut<\/h2>\n<p>The best advice we can give you about how to know when you\u2019ve chosen the right wedding vendor is to go with your gut! If after meeting with a vendor, you and your fianc\u00e9 feel that they\u2019d be a great fit for bringing your wedding day vision to life, then go for it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once you have booked your venue and set your date, it\u2019s time to start researching and choosing your vendors! Choosing wedding vendors to help you bring your wedding day vision to life is a very important task that can seem daunting at first. 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