Frequently Asked Questions

+ When did you start your business and why did you decide to go into the wedding industry?

I started my business nearly 4 years ago with a passion for helping people and being a part of happy celebrations! We aim to be able to organise everything needed to set the foundation of an event and execute it all for the special day taking the stress out of it for the couple. It also provides our couples with a one stop shop when it comes to all your equipment, styling and décor needs.

I absolutely loved planning, styling and getting ready for my own wedding in 2016 and had looked into event courses prior to getting engaged.

I love being creative and hands on. I am so passionate about what I do because it is about making new creative ideas become a reality. It brings so much joy to my clients when they see the finished product.

Our biggest goal is to remove the stress of the planning, and the setup and pack down. It allows my clients to enjoy the time leading up to their special day to get their nails done, get the little details sorted (place cards, favours), enjoy the time with their loved ones that have travelled to be there and most importantly enjoy the time getting ready with the bridal party the morning of the wedding.

+ How has COVID-19 effected your business?

Our face to face consultations with our clients were moved online or over the phone. We found that there was a dramatic decline in all enquiries and bookings during the initial stages of COVID.

It wasn’t until the first lot of restrictions were lifted that enquiries and bookings started rolling in again. It was literally like a flick of a switch. I think with it being such an uncertain time a lot of people held back on future planning of their wedding and events.

We have utilised this time to update our current resources (equipment hire list, checklists, planner, idea documents, etc) and given them a fresh new look. We have been able to reorganise and finish the final touches to our storeroom/warehouse and the most exciting part has been getting our flower studio built and organised for us to kick off the wedding season in September 2020 with a new service- offering beautiful florals (bouquets, buttonholes, arrangements, etc.) to all our clients. This is a new service that has been in the pipeline for months now and we can’t wait to formally introduce it to our business.

+ What would you say is the point of difference Taylormade Event offers?

We have a high attention to detail. In a lot of cases I am a little OCD, needing everything to be aligned and perfect. We have so much pride in ensuring our work is 100% and our clients are satisfied.

We work closely with our clients to ensure their special day is exactly the way they envisage and we go above and beyond for our clients.

When planning your special day, it is important to feel comfortable and happy with all the service providers you choose. We become that side kick friend that you can bounce ideas off throughout the planning process and work with you to create the atmosphere that best reflects you as a couple.

+ Are you heavily involved in planning and execution or do you let the host take charge to a certain extent?

It all comes down to how hands on our couples want to be with their special day. We can do as little or as much as a couple needs from just setting up the lights at a venue to supplying, setting up and packing down a whole wedding ceremony and reception.

We aim to remove as much stress as possible when it comes to the planning, setting up and packing down. I believe a bride and groom should be able to enjoy the lead up to their special day and not have to worry about setting up, delegating tasks to guests and especially not having to pack down the day after their event.

In the initial stages of planning we like to meet with our clients face to face or over the phone to gauge an understanding of what the couple is wanting to achieve for their special day, the style they are wanting, the overall feel and any sentimental details they want incorporated. Once we get an idea of the style and what they are wanting to achieve we provide some of our own ideas and once we have gauged the client’s vision, we put a quote together.

For clients that really don’t know where to start we create a design board with pictures and ideas that the clients have spoken to us about, so it gives an overall visual for how their special day may look.

+ Have you got a specific or signature style when it comes to event planning?

I like to think we can work in with any style a client is wanting. There is rustic to modern, shabby chic to vintage or industrial to art deco. The different styles are endless and I love working with any ideas a client envisages.

+ Do you engage with the other service providers needed for an event or do you encourage them to do it themselves (e.g., cake designer, photographer)?

Majority of the time our clients already have an idea or have already booked their other service providers for their special day, however, for clients needing recommendations we have a great list of amazing suppliers that we have previously worked with that we highly recommend. That way we are providing extra help for our clients but leaving it up to them to book and coordinate with the service provider.

By leaving it up to the client it allows them to form a connection with their service provider which is very important when they are going to be a part of their special day.

+ What would be your top 5 tips for people in planning and styling their events?

1. Start a Pinterest board: in the initial consult/meeting phase, I always ask my clients, do you have photos of what you love and what you want to achieve for your special day. Do your research and really consider the look and feel you are wanting.
2. Guest list: try putting a rough guest list together as a starting point. This will help determine your venue and style.
3. Simplicity is key: less is more is often the case. A few key elements are more effective than a décor overload. Pick a few things that reflect the style you are wanting for your wedding day, keeping it simple yet elegant.
4. Don’t forget what is important. It is your special day and should reflect the both of you as a couple. Try not to get too caught up in the stress of it all and try not to let the opinions of others put a downer on everything. It is meant to be a fun time in your life and YOUR special day.
5. Service providers: Book service providers that you are happy and feel a good connection with. They will play an important role in bringing your special day together whether it be your wedding cake, your photographer, hair, makeup, just to name a few. They all play a special part in your wedding day.

+ Do you have a pricelist, or are your quotes customised?

We offer set packages and have a full pricelist for our equipment, however, for all our other services such as setup and pack down, on the day coordination, florals, etc we tailor our quotes to best suit the clients needs.

+ How far in advance should I book you for an event?

If you are interested in booking our services, we highly recommend touching base and securing your special date at least 12-18 months out from your event - especially forweddings and larger events. With smaller events such as baby showers birthdays, proposals, etc we can generally book them in a month or so out from an event if we have the capacity and availability.

+ What do you require to secure a booking?

We require a 25% non-refundable deposit to secure a booking for your event. Once we have confirmation that you are happy with the quotation we organise an invoice with the deposit details. Bookings are not secured until the deposit has been paid. Final payment for bookings are due 10 days prior to the event.

+ Do you have a size limit or minimum on events?

We have the capacity and equipment to cater for a full sit-down style event of up to 200 people. We can do any number up to this amount.

+ Do you travel for events? If so, how far?

We are happy to travel anywhere in NSW! But please note, travel fees do apply.

+ What events do you organise, and do you offer packages for them?

We can organise pretty much any event from; baby showers, birthdays, weddings, corporate events, engagement parties, proposals, and so much more. We have a few package options available which you can find on our website. If there isn’t a package that suits your needs, please contact us for a custom quote.

+ What happens if the weather on the day changes/isn’t ideal?

If our clients are having an outdoor event, we monitor the weather leading up to the special day and will work with the clients on a Plan B as a precaution. Generally, with initial consultations for clients planning an outdoor event (especially a wedding) we recommend having a plan B in place as back up.