I Overview

Getting married is meant to be one of the most exciting milestones in your life. Organizing a wedding seems like riding a roller coaster with emotions. You are literally high up in the sky thinking of how amazing your ceremony will be, and just a second later you are struggling through an ocean of quotations, changes in the budget plan, and the endless family schedule conflicts with our Wedding Planning Package . 

It is all fun, but, to tell the truth, it is extremely stressful. Couples decide to organize their celebrations by themselves trying to save each shilling, and end up burning out and being amateurs in event management on their wedding day.

The key to staying sane and truly enjoying the period of engagement is obvious – hire the best wedding planner in Kenya. Not viewing coordination as a luxury service, wise couples understand that it is the best way to invest in their long-term happy memories. 

We at Lumi Events consider ourselves as the leading event planning agency of Kenya, helping you realize your dreams in the most efficient way possible.

II. What Is a Wedding Planning Package and Why Do You Need One?

When many individuals hear the phrase “wedding planning package“, what comes to mind is an extremely luxurious package which is only suitable for the weddings of celebrities. However, this is not necessarily the case since a professional wedding planning package is an all-inclusive package aimed at relieving the tremendous logistical stress off your shoulders. 

This includes the process of conceptualization and budgeting right down to vendor selection and coordination on the big day. Contrary to popular belief, a wedding planning package is not about simply “turning up” on the day of the wedding.

The greatest myth in the wedding planning industry is the idea that doing everything yourself is going to save money. Unfortunately, inexperienced wedding planners are likely to make mistakes including overspending due to hidden costs and expensive mistakes. 

The reason why a professional wedding planning package can save money is the fact that it involves taking advantage of existing connections within the industry to negotiate the best prices for your services and to avoid costly mistakes. 

Local knowledge is indispensable. This will help in negotiating the special requirements which include the unique traffic patterns of Nairobi, necessary permits for the location, and weather changes.

III. Breaking Down Lumi Events’ Wedding Planning Packages

Every relationship is different, and thus, an all-encompassing plan that works for everybody simply cannot work when it comes to weddings. In order to make sure that you get the perfect plan that will suit you, Lumi Events provides packages designed to accommodate diverse plans:

1. Full Service Wedding Planning Package (“The Stress Free Journey”)

Target audience: Professionals who have very busy lives and couples who wish to organize     their perfect Kenyan weddings from abroad (diaspora weddings)..

 2. Limited Wedding Planning/ Month of Coordination (“The Finishing Touch”)

Suitable for: Engaged couples that really enjoy the process of planning the wedding but would like professional planners to take charge and tie up loose ends, coordinate rehearsals and make sure their wedding day goes perfectly from 4 to 6 weeks before the wedding.

Services included: Detailed scheduling, vendors’ final meetings, layout design, and full execution of the event itself.

3. Customized/ A-La-Carte Package (“Tailored Perfection”)

Suitable for: Uniquely situated couples that require specific cultural and/or logistical considerations taken into account, for instance combining traditional ruracio or custom ceremony with a classic white wedding, planning a multi-day destination wedding.

Services included: Completely customized services, just right for your culture and timeline.

IV. 4 Key Benefits of Investing in a Professional Package

Selecting the perfect wedding planning package gives an entirely new experience to your engagement period. Some of the key benefits you will enjoy are the following:

• 1. Management of Time: Have back your weekends and afternoons; instead of fighting over seating arrangements, caterers and their menus, floral designers and their prices, you get to spend your date nights doing other things that you love and plan for your marriage.
• 2. Optimization of Budget: You get expert assistance in budget management where all the funds are used effectively without straying away from the budgetary concerns.
• 3. Hassle-free Planning: Your big day is not supposed to be one in which you are busy with everything. A perfect package makes it possible for your guests and family members to sit back and relax.
• 4. Connection to Vouched-for Networks: Access instantly and at once to some of the best photographers, caterers, decorators, make-up artists, MCs and many others in Kenya.

V. How to Choose the Right Package for Your Vision and Budget

Finding the perfect wedding planning package will all boil down to being upfront with yourself about your capabilities and available resources:

Evaluate Your Availability: Consider your weekly availability. Can you truly afford to spend 10 to 15 hours per week on vendor phone calls, venue visits, and reviewing contracts? If not, then a full service package is the way to go for you.

Establish Your Budget Limits: Figure out how much of your overall wedding budget you would like to dedicate to hiring a planner and being stress-free.

Consultation List: Come into your consultation meeting with Lumi Events ready to ask all your most important questions about our vendors, past events, and crisis management.

VI. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• 1. When should I be booking my wedding planning package? It would be best to book your all-inclusive package about 9 to 12 months before your big day to get the best venues and services from the best vendors. As for the month-of coordination, 4 to 6 months in advance will be the perfect time.
• 2. Can you plan a traditional wedding ceremony such as the ruracio? Absolutely! We are experts in incorporating the traditional practices in Kenya along with your dream white wedding.
• 3. Is a wedding planner going to be the one controlling what we want? No way! We work on helping bring your unique style into life according to your Pinterest boards.
• 4. Will it be more expensive to hire a planner? No. With our industry connections, vendor deals, and ability to sidestep expensive logistics mishaps, a planner’s fee will often times itself.

VI. Call to Action

Selecting the perfect wedding planning package will be among the best decisions that you ever made concerning your wedding day. Be it full service, month-of coordination, or a personalized package; by working with experts, you will be able to organize yourself better, budget properly, and enjoy the process leading up to the day of your wedding. Here at Lumi Events, we offer wedding planning packages based on your preferences and budget. Call us now  on +254708015260 or say Hello@lumievents.co.ke and schedule a free consultation.