With more than 10 years of experience in wedding planning, Bigson Alandro has gained a significant knowledge and reputation in helping engaged couples actualize their vision of a perfect wedding day. That's why we are so excited for the opportunity to compile a list of questions from brides-to-be all over Indonesia and let Bigson and his team of professionals at Big Enterprise Wedding Organizer answer it.
Q: Why should I hire a wedding planner? ─Pingkan Prawitasari, Tangerang
A: A wedding planner would help you to lay out the wedding plan as detailed and organized as possible. We can also prepare you for the unexpected scenarios and handle it for you, so you can focus on other aspects of the wedding.
Q: How can I tell if I hired the right planner? ─Ankatama Ruyatna, Jakarta
A: The right planner should be the one you are comfortable to communicate and consult with. Right from the start, you should feel the chemistry between you and the planner. They should always be helpful and work for your vision, not theirs.
Q: How can you help me to decide on vendor selection? ─Nurul Ulfa, Balikpapan
A: An unlimited choice of vendors can be overwhelming. Filter them out by setting your budget, style and theme. We can also check the reviews from other brides who worked with them and pick the ones with the best track record.
Q: What are the wedding trends of the moment? ─Janet Anindita, Bali
A: For typical Indonesian weddings, it is becoming a trend to put more personal touches on the details, like putting the couple's monograms on the invitations. There is also a trend of having multiple events, such as having a big grand wedding in Jakarta and followed by another intimate party in Bali.
Q: What do you say to a couple who are worried about the high cost of hiring a planner? ─Kelly Wijaya, Surabaya
A: I would say that having a professional planner with years of experience, a solid team and strong intuition to help you organize your dream wedding is worth every penny.
Q: What should a couple prepare on the first meeting with a wedding planner? ─Wilda Anggraini, Jakarta
A: Prepare a basic concept and vision of your wedding, such as the themes, season, scale and budget. Tell us about your families' traditions, what you like and dislike in a wedding and what kind of impression you would want your guests to have about your wedding.
Q: Can I still have the creative control of the planning process? ─Melissa Iskandar, Bandung
A: Sure, but please have a faith on us on the big day. As a bride, you should be relaxed and focus on being the star of the show. Avoid the unnecessary stress and let us take care of your party.
Q: Is it possible to plan a wedding in less than 6 months? ─Anneke Patricia, Manado
A: It's tricky, but not impossible. Look for available vendors and venues right away and make up your mind. You would need to make quick decisions to avoid having the progress stalled.
Q: Do you have any tips for couples who are in the middle of wedding planning? ─Nina Soewarjo, Yogyakarta
A: Align the perception and vision between both of you and your families and work as a team. Lastly, enjoy every process as this will be a beautiful memory of a lifetime.
