Couture Events
By
Sharee Allen
Sharee Allen
Certified Wedding & Event Planner
Phone~080-4290-0375
Project 2~Selling Your Services
Welcome!
From quietly elegant to wonderfully extravagant, Couture Events creates weddings and other events that are filled with emotion and timeless sense of wonder. Sharee Allen owner, works with her clients to create memorable experiences- whether working with classic elements or the latest cutting edge trends. She strives to bring your dreams to life! At the heart of every event is the client. It is our relationship, drive and dedication to each client that helps create events tailored to their dreams.
We understand that you are about to make some big decisions regarding your wedding planning and we know how busy today's couples can be. A wedding planner can take the stress off of you and your family by helping: find ceremony & reception sites, vendor referrals, invitation selections, producing a timeline and ceremony diagram, make follow-up calls or just having someone looking out for your interests on the wedding day for any last-minute adjustments.
Our goal is to help you design the event you have always dreamed of.
Our initial contact meeting will be in person or through email. I will ask you a few questions to see what services are needed for your event and then we will set meeting for us to meet in person. I will also email you a Bridal Questionnaire so that you can have it filled out prior to us meeting. Our first meeting will be held in a quiet place, where we can go over your special day. Upon the meeting, you will receive a welcome packet, that includes a customized package created just for you and a few checklists to keep you on track for your memorable day.
Sincerely,
Sharee Allen
Couture Events by Sharee Allen
The Eyes Behind the Vision
Sharee Allen, is a Spartanburg, South Carolina native who realized her calling in 2008. Couture Events is a new but well known business that became quickly throughout the Upstate area known for creating events with emotion and timeless sense of wonder.
Couture Events has designed weddings and other events in numerous venues throughout the state, and especially loves the challenge of transforming a traditional or non-traditional area into a beautiful reception space. Regardless of the venue, Sharee’s focus is on tailoring it to the client’s dream and creating an event that's uniquely theirs.
I love celebrating other people, another year they have lived, the beginning of a marriage, another year of being husband and wife, or new heartbeat. A few of my favorite things are: hosting parties at my home with old and new friends, spending time with my husband and 3-year old son, and thrift shopping. I am a military spouse and I also volunteer with several events on base for military families.
Couture Events
“Day of Service Contract”
Couture Events is honored that you have chosen us to execute and bring your visions to life in booking ______as their event dates. Couture Events accepts responsibility for your event and will not accept or consider another on this day. This commitment is based upon proper receipt of payment, as stated below.
This Agreement is entered into on this ______day of ______, by Couture Events, a business and ______and individual.
50% of total balance due to reserve wedding/event date. Deposit paid:
______
Remaining balance due 5 days prior to wedding/event date: $______.
Couture Events and ______agree to the following:
“Partial Planning Package”
Complimentary Consultation
Unlimited Client Correspondences
Vendor Recommendations & Referrals
Limited Consultations & Site Visits
Review Details
Review Vendor Invoices
Assist with Floor Plan & Event Flow
Timeline/Itinerary & Client/Vendor
Day of Coordination (10-hour day)
Manage Setup and Vendor Load In
Distribution of Vendor Check Payments
Supervise Break Down & Vendor Load Out
Oversee Packing of Gifts & Cards
At Your Service~ $1,000
Contracts with all vendors will be between the Vendor and the Clients. Couture Events will review contracts but no other action will be taken. The undersigned agrees to let Couture Events know about any changes of the wedding/event or vendors that they may be using. This also includes to notify Couture Events of any cancellation of wedding/event or date change. If there is a cancellation the deposit is non-refundable.
- The undersigned agrees to pay a 50% deposit upon signing this agreement and pay the remaining balance one week prior to the set wedding/event date of ______.
I understand that I am using Couture Events to help with my weddings planning. I also understand a 50% deposit is required and final payment is due one week prior to the wedding/event date. I can cancel at any time or change my contract at any time and agree to pay all fees. I acknowledge Couture Events and its representatives are not liable for the products or services and warranties of participating vendors. I understand that it is my responsibility to purchase my own wedding insurance, if I so desire.
In the event of any dispute or legal action between the parties concerning the enforcement or interpretation of this General Contract, each party shall be responsible for their own attorney’s fees.
This Agreement is entered into on this ______day of ______, 20__, in the City of ______, the County of ______, State of ______.
Couture Events / ClientSharee Allen
Owner, Couture Events
WEdding Party Checklist
Maid of Honor
Manage the bridesmaids and mediate any conflicts that may arrive
Keep a level head throughout the entire process
Pay for her own wedding attire and travel expenses
Help the bride shop for her wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses
Coordinate any bridesmaid’s fittings and ensure that everyone is getting there dresses and accessories on time
Host or co-host the bridal shower
Organize and plan the bachelorette party
Attend all pre-wedding events, including the wedding rehearsal and dinner
Hold the bride's bouquet during the ceremony
Hold the groom's ring for the bride for the ceremony
Give a toast to the bride and groom during the reception
Help transport wedding gifts from the reception
Attend the sendoff party or post-wedding brunch
Bridesmaids
Offer to help with wedding planning and pre-wedding events
Help organize and attend bachelorette party
Pay for her own wedding dress and travel expenses
Attend the wedding rehearsal and dinner
Help be a cost host at the reception to help make everything run smoothly
Attend the sendoff party or post-wedding brunch
Best Man
Help manage the groomsmen and assists with any conflicts that may arise
Pay for his own wedding attire and travel expenses
Coordinate all suits and wedding attire for all groomsmen and ushers
Organize and plan the bachelorette party
Attend the wedding rehearsal and dinner
Make sure all groomsmen and ushers arrive at the wedding venue on time with everything they need
Hold the bride’s wedding ring during the ceremony
Give a toast to the bride and groom during the reception
Attend the sendoff party or post-wedding brunch
Groomsmen
Help the best man plan the bachelorette party
Pay for his own wedding attire and travel expenses
Offer to help with any last-minute tasks or errands that need to get done
Always be supportive to the groom and the best man
Attend the wedding rehearsal and dinner
Attend the sendoff party or post-wedding brunch
Flower Girl
Have the flower girl attend the rehearsal and dinner
Ensure that flower girl’s parents are aware of wedding attire and accessories
Make sure she enjoys the experience of being the flower girl
Walks down the aisle alone before the bride and her father enter the ceremony
She will scatter flowers down the aisle as she walks
Ring Bearer
Have the ring bearer attend the rehearsal and dinner
Ensure that the ring bearer’s parents are aware of wedding attire and accessories
Make sure he enjoys the experience of being the ring bearer.
Mother of the Bride
Help the bride scout out wedding venues and reception venues
Assist bride and finding her wedding dress
Host the engagement party
Attend the bridal shower and rehearsal dinner
Stand in the receiving line and greet the guests
Sit at the parents table
Remind the bride how special she is and how happy you are to be there on her special day
Let the bride cry on your shoulder at any time
Be supportive in all aspects no matter what
Chooses on wedding day gown and consult with Mother of the Groom
Contribute to the wedding budget if the bride and groom need their assistance
Have an amazing time
Father of the Bride
Host the engagement party
Give a toast at the reception to the bride and groom
Esorts the bride down the aisle
Sit at the parents table
Greet all guests
Contribute to the wedding budget if the bride and groom need their assistance
Have an amazing time
Mother of the Groom
Host and fund the rehearsal dinner
Offer financial assistance to the bride and groom if they needtheir assistance
Attend bridal shower and bring a gift
Obtain where the couple is registered and ensure that her family is informed
Consult with the bride’s mom on her wedding day outfit
Sit at the parents table
Dance with the groom during the mother/son dance
Have an amazing time
Father of the Groom
Host and fund the rehearsal dinner
Offer financial assistance to the bride and groom if they need their assistance
Sit at the parents table
Greet all guests at the reception
Have a toast speech prepared if the newlyweds request him to speak
Stay positive and supportive to the bride and the groom
Keep the Mother of the Groom calm and stress-free
Wedding Packages
Full Service Coordination
Complimentary Consultation
Design & Inspiration Board
Unlimited Client Correspondences
Vendor Recommendations & Referrals
Site Visits & Vendor Meetings
Rental Orders and Invoices
Floor Plans, Seating Charts, & Event Flow
Timeline & Itinerary/Client & Vendor
Payment Reminders
Transport Small Event Items
Manage Set-Up & Vendor Load In
Distribution of Vendor Check Payments
Supervise Breakdown & Vendor Load Out
Oversee Packages of Gifts & Cards
Vendor Settlements
At Your Service~$2,000
Ceremony Director + $400
Partial Planning
Complimentary Consultation
Unlimited Client Correspondences
Vendor Recommendations & Referrals
Limited Consultations & Site Visits
Review Details
Review Vendor Invoices
Assist with Floor Plan & Event Flow
Timeline/Itinerary & Client/Vendor
Day of Coordination (10-hour day)
Manage Setup and Vendor Load In
Distribution of Vendor Check Payments
Supervise Break Down & Vendor Load Out
Oversee Packing of Gifts & Cards
At Your Service~ $1,000
Ceremony Director + $400
Day of Director
Complimentary Consultation
Limited Client Correspondences
Venue Walk Through
Review Details
Create Day of Reception Timeline
Day of Coordination (8-hour day)
Supervisor Vendor Set-Up & Load Out
Oversee Packing of Gifts & Cards
At Your Service ~$500
Ceremony Director +$400
Al La Carte Services
Ceremony Director-$400
Hourly Service Fees- $30-$40
Client Consultation- $200 (2 hours)
Event Timeline-$250
Event Setup- $500 +
Transport Gifts & Decor- $100
Welcome Bags- $4 per bag ( for guests in hotel or resort)
Favor Assembly- $1 per favor
Restroom Amenities Basket
Purchase of Decor…..Purchase Total + 20%
Manage Rental Order- 10% fee
Marriage License Requirements Data Sheet
County: Lexington______
Obtain Application: / Online / In‐Person / Phone / Mail / OtherSubmit Application: / Online / In‐Person / Phone / Mail / Other
Fees:
Payment Options: / Cash / Check / Credit Card / Debit Card / OtherWaiting Period: There is a one day waiting period before your license is issued.
You may get married once your license is issued.
Age: You must be at least 18 years old or show your birth certificate for proof of age.
Residency: You don’t have to be a South Carolina resident to get married in this state.
Proof of Identification: / Driver’s License / Passport / US Military IDState ID Card / Alien Registration / Other
Other Information:
Office Location / Address / Email / Phone / HoursLexington County
Probate Court / 205 East Main Street #134
Lexington, SC / 803-785-8324 / Mon-Fri
8am-
4:30 pm
Civil Ceremony Data Sheet
County: Lexington______
Obtain Application: / Online / In‐Person / Phone / Mail / OtherSubmit Application: / Online / In‐Person / Phone / Mail / Other
Fees:
Payment Options: / Cash / Check / Credit Card / Debit Card / OtherWaiting Period: There is a one day waiting period before your license is issued.
You may get married once your license is issued.
Age: You must be at least 18 years old or show your birth certificate for proof of age.
Residency: You don’t have to be a South Carolina resident to get married in this state.
Proof of Identification: / Driver’s License / Passport / US Military IDState ID Card / Alien Registration / Other
Other Information:
Office Location / Address / Email / Phone / HoursLexington County
Probate Court / 205 East Main Street #134
Lexington, SC / 803-785-8324 / Mon-Fri
8am-
4:30 pm
Vendor Recommendations
Photography
Joshua Aaron Photography
Floral & Design
Cricket Newman Designs
Something Special Florist
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Stone River
Lace House
701 Whaley
USC Alumni Center
Bakery
Parkland Cakes
Caterer
Southern Way Catering
Seawall’s Food Catering
Blue Marlin Signature Catering
~Frequently Asked Questions~
Q. What is your refund policy?
- Your initial payment of service is refundable 24 hours after service.
Q. How do I make my payment?
A. I accept payments via, cash, money orders, or paypal.
Q. Do you have insurance?
- Oh, you betcha! Any plenty of it. Many venues will refuse to allow me in the door without insurance.
Q. Do you charge for travel?
- There are no additional charges for travel in the Columbia area. There is a .56 a mile fee for travel outside of a 70-mile radius of Columbia. My travel fees for international destination weddings are very reasonable. Email me to see if you date it available.
Essay
Couture Events will be a wedding and event planning business serving the Columbia/Lexington County, (SC) area. Although it is our home-based area we will be open to travel to any area to meet the needs of our clients.
My business will be birthed as a planning and design business, after 1 year it will expand to floral design as well.
My business will be targeted toward newly engaged couples, business professionals, and local community.
We want to be able to expand our clientele by not only the events we do, but by word of mouth. I believe this is this best way to market your business. We want our clients to tell their friends and family how amazing Couture Events is.
My 5-year goal is to have at least 2 LWPI Certified Wedding/Event Planners staffed and 3 on-call consistent staff members that I can call when big events arise. I also would like to be producing a steady income not only for myself, but my staff to also reap the benefits of the business. There is no better feeling to know that your staff feels appreciated; not only through words but through their pay.
Thank you so much and we look
Forward to Working with you!!!