Charlotte Nichols Weddings

Wedding Planning & Design | London & the Cotswolds

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When should I book you?

As early as you can! I want to be able to make the whole wedding planning experience as smooth and easy for you as possible. Having me on board right from the start will mean you have expert guidance when it comes to selecting your venue (one of the most important and sometimes the trickiest parts of the whole process), sourcing those key first suppliers and battling any bouts of that ‘just engaged’ overwhelm.

I understand that not all couples decide they want or need a planner’s services until further down the line, and if this is the case then I am of course happy to put together bespoke packages that will better suit your requirements.

 

My venue already has an events coordinator. What can you do for me that they can’t?

That’s a great question, and one that I think causes confusion fairly regularly. The fact is that a venue coordinator and a wedding planner are two entirely different jobs. For a venue coordinator, the elements of the day that concern them centre solely around the venue and the logistics that are related to it. They’re an ambassador for the venue, rather than for you, and it’s their job to get involved with every wedding that takes place at that venue, regardless of size or style.

A wedding planner is your advocate. It’s my job to design, curate and keep track of every single element of your day to make sure it’s truly reflective of who you are and your own distinctive style, but also that it runs completely smoothly. Most planners take on a limited number of weddings per year. I choose to work with a select number of couples for my full The Works package, to make sure I can really dig deep and get to know you. Building that personal connection with every couple I work with makes for a more fun and enjoyable planning experience for you, and a more personal and bespoke wedding design concept.

 

Can you explain how your fees work?

For The Works (my full wedding planning and design package) I have a minimum fee of £6,000. This is based on the fact that I will be spending anywhere between 250 and 400 hours planning your wedding. The final quote will be based on the complexity of the wedding and an estimation of how much time I will be putting in, both in the run up to, and at, the event itself. It factors in how many days I’ll need to be on site, and the number of suppliers with whom I’ll be liaising. For example, a wedding involving a marquee setup will often demand a higher fee compared to a couple who have already found and booked a bricks and mortar venue for their wedding.

I do offer other packages for couples on a tighter budget. The Creative package is targeted at the initial stages of your planning, to help you get focused on your vision and provide you with a bespoke design concept and a list of suggested suppliers who will be able to bring it to life for you, but no further planning beyond this stage. The fee for this package starts at £2,500, depending on the size and scope of your plans.

My The Day package is focused on the final few weeks and the day itself, to provide support with final planning and logistics, on-the-day setup and styling and managing suppliers, and investment for this package starts at £1,200, with a more accurate fee being provided once we’ve had an initial consultation.

 

How many meetings should we expect to have with you during the planning process?

Each couple I work with has different preferences when it comes to communication, and I am very happy to be flexible and work around you. Some people prefer keeping everything on email, with perhaps a couple of in-person meetings at their venue. Others like to have weekly phone calls to check in on the status of what is going on and others want to have as much face-to-face time as they can fit in. I also regularly have Skype/Facetime catch-ups with my couples from further afield, so it is really down to you.

In terms of face-to-face meetings, this will depend on your location and how feasible it is for us to meet in this way. The Works package offers unlimited phone and email communication, so don’t worry – we’ll be in touch regularly!

 

I’ve found some suppliers I love, are you happy to work with them even though you haven’t before?

Absolutely. When it comes to your supplier team, the decision about who you book is always yours. My connections in the industry and design and planning experience mean I’m able to offer recommendations that will be a good fit for your wedding style, budget and location, but if you have specific suppliers you’ve found and fallen in love with then I am more than happy to work with them.

 

I’m totally stuck for inspiration and don’t know where to start. Where do we go from here?

The first thing to do is not to worry! It can be incredibly overwhelming when you first get engaged as there are just so many choices out there and it can be difficult to know what will work well together, and what will work well for you.

My biggest piece of advice would be to take it slowly and start building up a layered picture of what you like and what you don’t. Start following brands, suppliers, venues that you really love and see if they share anything that resonates with you. Think about you as a couple: your lives, your home, your travels, your favourite things – all of these will influence and impact upon the choices you make for your wedding day. Are there places you have visited that have a special memory for you? Do you have belongings that are of significance, even an item of clothing that you just adore the colour or texture of? Perhaps there’s a perfume that transports you back to a specific place or time? Keeping your eyes open and being open to inspiration from all kinds of sources will help you to get truly creative with your wedding planning, and if you’re still feeling stuck, then call in the cavalry and let me help you plan a wedding with understated wow!

 

 

If you feel that you still have questions that have not been answered above, please get in touch and I will do my best to answer.

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"Charlotte couldn’t have been a bigger asset to our wedding! Charlotte worked as our day coordinator in June and it was the best / most valuable money we sent on the whole wedding. We weren’t aware of any problems that happened because Charlotte simply dealt with them on the day and left us to enjoy time with friends and family. At first I was concerned with having someone involved in the wedding after doing all the planning but when we first met Charlotte she just ‘got it’ and ‘got me’, The Bride. She wasn’t overpowering but would gently remind you of items you had missed. If we had met Charlotte earlier we would have gone with her full wedding planning package. A small but lovely touch was at our reception Charlotte had prepared a plate of canapés for me and my new Husband, knowing that The Bride and The Groom are normally too busy for the canapés. It’s a small touch which was really appreciated on the day. Charlotte, we couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you so very much."

- Rachel & Jamie, Bride & Groom

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2018-07-12T11:06:31+00:00

- Rachel & Jamie, Bride & Groom

"Charlotte couldn’t have been a bigger asset to our wedding! Charlotte worked as our day coordinator in June and it was the best / most valuable money we sent on the whole wedding. We weren’t aware of any problems that happened because Charlotte simply dealt with them on the day and left us to enjoy time with friends and family. At first I was concerned with having someone involved in the wedding after doing all the planning but when we first met Charlotte she just ‘got it’ and ‘got me’, The Bride. She wasn’t overpowering but would gently remind you of items you had missed. If we had met Charlotte earlier we would have gone with her full wedding planning package. A small but lovely touch was at our reception Charlotte had prepared a plate of canapés for me and my new Husband, knowing that The Bride and The Groom are normally too busy for the canapés. It’s a small touch which was really appreciated on the day. Charlotte, we couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you so very much."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/rachel-jamie/
“Charlotte was a complete dream to work with! Her calm, collected demeanour and astounding attention to detail meant that we could really relax and enjoy the planning process. Not only is she the most organised person that I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet but she is also a brilliant listener with fantastic creative vision. She really took the time to understand us individually, and as a couple, to plan and deliver a truly bespoke service. She went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was as smooth and stress-free as possible, thank you for a magical day!”

- Lily & Dara, Bride & Groom

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2019-10-29T11:23:18+00:00

- Lily & Dara, Bride & Groom

“Charlotte was a complete dream to work with! Her calm, collected demeanour and astounding attention to detail meant that we could really relax and enjoy the planning process. Not only is she the most organised person that I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet but she is also a brilliant listener with fantastic creative vision. She really took the time to understand us individually, and as a couple, to plan and deliver a truly bespoke service. She went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was as smooth and stress-free as possible, thank you for a magical day!”
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/lily-dara/
"I could not have imagined that planning the most important day of our lives could be calm, stress-free and enjoyable. Thanks to Charlotte, our experience was just that. At no point did the planning become overwhelming as Charlotte was there every step of the way to reassure us with any doubts, help us with any problems we faced and recommend trusted suppliers for any items we were unsure of. From finding a veil to the whole theme of the day, Charlotte's impeccable taste and knowledge gave us the confidence to turn our ideas into reality."

- Megan M, Bride

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2018-11-02T15:10:10+00:00

- Megan M, Bride

"I could not have imagined that planning the most important day of our lives could be calm, stress-free and enjoyable. Thanks to Charlotte, our experience was just that. At no point did the planning become overwhelming as Charlotte was there every step of the way to reassure us with any doubts, help us with any problems we faced and recommend trusted suppliers for any items we were unsure of. From finding a veil to the whole theme of the day, Charlotte's impeccable taste and knowledge gave us the confidence to turn our ideas into reality."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/megan-m-bride/
"My husband and I cannot speak more highly of Charlotte and her wedding planning services. From our very first consultation, Charlotte took a detailed interest in who we were as a couple and made sure she understood our personalities, the vision for our wedding and the elements that were most important to our day. We must also make a special note about Charlotte’s on-the-day efficiency. There was nothing we worried about on our wedding day apart from getting dressed! Our entire wedding felt effortless and we have not stopped receiving compliments on how well the day was organised and how every part of the day flowed seamlessly into the next - and this we credit to Charlotte completely. We also have to mention Charlotte’s professional and calm attitude. Even if I stressed about things as a bride, Charlotte was always serene and encouraging, putting our nerves at ease whenever there was a problem, after which she always helped solve the issue with an even better solution. There really is no higher recommendation that we could give to Charlotte, she treated our day with such personal care and attention. Jonathan and I know our wedding would not have been the success it was without her knowledge, diligence and passion for her work and we cannot thank her enough for being instrumental in creating the wedding of our dreams! If you are thinking about hiring her, don’t think, just do it!"

- Sophie & Jonathan, Bride & Groom

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2018-11-02T15:24:40+00:00

- Sophie & Jonathan, Bride & Groom

"My husband and I cannot speak more highly of Charlotte and her wedding planning services. From our very first consultation, Charlotte took a detailed interest in who we were as a couple and made sure she understood our personalities, the vision for our wedding and the elements that were most important to our day. We must also make a special note about Charlotte’s on-the-day efficiency. There was nothing we worried about on our wedding day apart from getting dressed! Our entire wedding felt effortless and we have not stopped receiving compliments on how well the day was organised and how every part of the day flowed seamlessly into the next - and this we credit to Charlotte completely. We also have to mention Charlotte’s professional and calm attitude. Even if I stressed about things as a bride, Charlotte was always serene and encouraging, putting our nerves at ease whenever there was a problem, after which she always helped solve the issue with an even better solution. There really is no higher recommendation that we could give to Charlotte, she treated our day with such personal care and attention. Jonathan and I know our wedding would not have been the success it was without her knowledge, diligence and passion for her work and we cannot thank her enough for being instrumental in creating the wedding of our dreams! If you are thinking about hiring her, don’t think, just do it!"
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/sophie-jonathan/
"Charlotte has supported me on two of my weddings this year and has without a shadow of a doubt been a fantastic and invaluable addition to the team and an exceptional planning and styling wing woman.  Both weddings were very different – one a marquee in the Cotswolds, the other in a central London venue but both had large numbers of guests with complicated logistics.  Charlotte was reliable under pressure, efficient, pro-active and managed both weddings and the roles given to her exceptionally well and all with a smile on her face! If you’re looking for a creative, stylish, experienced and organised wedding planner and designer with fantastic attention to detail then I’d recommend Charlotte in a heartbeat."

- Katrina Otter, Wedding Planner

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2018-11-08T16:22:14+00:00

- Katrina Otter, Wedding Planner

"Charlotte has supported me on two of my weddings this year and has without a shadow of a doubt been a fantastic and invaluable addition to the team and an exceptional planning and styling wing woman.  Both weddings were very different – one a marquee in the Cotswolds, the other in a central London venue but both had large numbers of guests with complicated logistics.  Charlotte was reliable under pressure, efficient, pro-active and managed both weddings and the roles given to her exceptionally well and all with a smile on her face! If you’re looking for a creative, stylish, experienced and organised wedding planner and designer with fantastic attention to detail then I’d recommend Charlotte in a heartbeat."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/katrina-otter/
"We just want to say a massive thank you to Charlotte for helping plan our wedding weekend! Charlotte really understood our vision and helped pull off a hugely successful two-day event, which our family and friends are still talking about even now! She was such a big help during a very stressful time (both my husband and I were extremely busy with work during the lead up to the wedding) and really went over and above her role to make sure that everything for the wedding was on track. We honestly couldn’t have done the final preparations without her. Charlotte - you are truly a star; we really want to say thank you for everything you did for us."

- Sheenal & Alex, Bride & Groom

Charlotte Nichols Weddings
2017-08-21T17:45:37+00:00

- Sheenal & Alex, Bride & Groom

"We just want to say a massive thank you to Charlotte for helping plan our wedding weekend! Charlotte really understood our vision and helped pull off a hugely successful two-day event, which our family and friends are still talking about even now! She was such a big help during a very stressful time (both my husband and I were extremely busy with work during the lead up to the wedding) and really went over and above her role to make sure that everything for the wedding was on track. We honestly couldn’t have done the final preparations without her. Charlotte - you are truly a star; we really want to say thank you for everything you did for us."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/sheenal-alex/
"Finding Charlotte was a huge relief. Due to both mine and my partners' busy work and home lifestyle we were really struggling to get things started. Charlotte helped us discover our dream wedding venue and realise a visual concept for the big day. The entire process was orchestrated in a very organised, stress-free and careful manner. With meticulous planning and attention to detail, we cannot recommend Charlotte enough."

- Olivia & Lucy, Brides

Charlotte Nichols Weddings
2017-08-21T17:46:18+00:00

- Olivia & Lucy, Brides

"Finding Charlotte was a huge relief. Due to both mine and my partners' busy work and home lifestyle we were really struggling to get things started. Charlotte helped us discover our dream wedding venue and realise a visual concept for the big day. The entire process was orchestrated in a very organised, stress-free and careful manner. With meticulous planning and attention to detail, we cannot recommend Charlotte enough."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/olivia-lucy/
"It was incredibly helpful and reassuring to have Charlotte as our wedding coordinator. She was professional and thoughtful both in the run-up to the event, and on the big day itself. There was no request too great, and she was very good at spotting things that we had overlooked. She did a fantastic job of ensuring that everything ran smoothly and we recommend her unreservedly."

- Charlie & Hari, Bride & Groom

Charlotte Nichols Weddings
2019-10-09T14:10:39+00:00

- Charlie & Hari, Bride & Groom

"It was incredibly helpful and reassuring to have Charlotte as our wedding coordinator. She was professional and thoughtful both in the run-up to the event, and on the big day itself. There was no request too great, and she was very good at spotting things that we had overlooked. She did a fantastic job of ensuring that everything ran smoothly and we recommend her unreservedly."
https://charlottenichols.co.uk/testimonials/charlie-hari/
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