the Hawthorne creative experience
At Hawthorne Creative Co., we believe planning your wedding should feel like a celebration and not a never-ending to-do list. Although, full disclosure, we love a good spreadsheet and have many a color-coded guide for our couples to utilize. Here's the deal, though - we want your wedding planning journey to be seamless and exciting. Champagne toasts? Yes. Cake tastings? Absolutely. Drowning in vendor contracts and timeline spreadsheets? Hard pass. That’s where we come in.
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Our team specializes in full-service wedding planning and design in St. Louis, Missouri. Additionally, we offer partial planning and wedding management experiences - tailored to all couples.
With all of that said, we know the real reason you're here.. so let's get to the good stuff!​
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imagine this...
sipping a cocktail
and nodding your head
in approval as your
experienced WEDDING
planning team handles
the details of curating your perfect day
THE TOTAL PACKAGE
(aka - the whole shebang, stress not included)
A full-service wedding planning experience that is best for couples who want us by their side from day one. You will have the complete and innovative expertise of the Hawthorne Creative team at your fingertips. With this experience you can choose to be as hands-on (or off) as you'd like. We have the experience and the resources to curate your vendor team, create your personalized wedding design, and finalize the logistics of the less glamorous details - so that you can revel in nearlywed bliss. There are two tiers to The Total Package Experience - let’s chat about which one’s right for you!
inclusions:
TIER I Timely access to Hawthorne Creative staff from the moment of contract signing Creation and management of overall wedding and design budget Ceremony and Reception venue referrals and selection guidance Vendor sourcing, communication management, plus contract and quote review As-needed client planning sessions, quarterly at minimum As-needed vendor planning sessions either with the client or by proxy Custom timeline creation and venue layout design Creation of and access to your personalized digital shared planning folder through HC Co.'s client portal Access to each of our proprietary wedding planning guides, checklists, and templates to utilize during this shared planning experience Vendor payment reminders and tracking Limited signage + paper goods design and printing for items such as; menus, seating chart, welcome sign, bar signs, etc. Wedding Rehearsal and Ceremony coordination Unlimited hours of Wedding Day Management Founder + Executive Director, Madison Payne, to personally manage your wedding day with a team of experienced associates 8 hours of wedding day content creation with access to all videos and images the following day to relive your best day ever Pricing for Tier I begins at $9,250 TIER II The Tailored to You Design Experience with custom wedding design creation, décor vendor sourcing, communication management, and contract review Upkeep of your personalized digital shared planning folder Management of your guest list with RSVP tracking Rehearsal Dinner planning assistance + management Getting Ready Attendant to keep you on track and assist with pertinent wedding morning tasks Pricing for Tier II begins at $12,250
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EVERYTHING + MORE
(aka - your wedding besties & built-in problem solvers)
A partial wedding planning experience that is best for couples who are able to take on a large portion of the planning tasks, but need a consistent sounding board and support system. You will have access to our team for vendor referrals and planning guidance, but ultimately you are the game-maker. We'll send reminders of details you should be considering, all while assisting you with specific agreed upon tasks. Additionally, meshing Everything + More with our Tailored to You Design Experience allows you to experience the luxury of a Wedding Designer - perfect for those who are looking for intentional details!
inclusions:
Timely access to Hawthorne Creative staff from the moment of contract signing Guidance on setting your overall wedding and design budget Vendor vetting and referrals based on wedding date and initial budget, for up to five vendor types 8 hours of client planning sessions to include in-person venue or vendor meetings, with the client Custom timeline creation and venue floorplan design Creation of and access to your personalized digital shared planning folder through HC Co.'s client portal Access to each of our proprietary wedding planning guides, checklists, and templates to utilize during this shared planning experience Vendor detailing and communication to begin four months prior to the wedding date Limited signage + paper goods design and printing for items such as; menus, seating chart, welcome sign, bar signs, etc. Wedding Rehearsal and Ceremony coordination 12 hours of Wedding Day Management Founder + Executive Director, Madison Payne, to personally manage your wedding day with a team of experienced associates 6 hours of wedding day content creation with access to all videos and images the following day to relive your best day ever Pricing begins at $6,250 Add on a Getting Ready Attendant to keep you on track and assist with pertinent wedding morning tasks for $350 Add on our Tailored to You Design Experience for $1,850
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN
(aka - "please take the wheel, my brain is mush!")
A full-service wedding management experience that is best for couples who feel comfortable managing their budget, vetting their own vendors, and
handling the initial planning tasks, but are not interested in finalizing "the little details". You will have access to our planning portal complete with
curated checklists, planning guides, and more. Then, as we near the final countdown our team will take the reins; creating your timeline, taking
over vendor communication, and keeping you in the loop - but respectfully, not bothering you with the nitty gritty. Otherwise, you wouldn't have hired us! Take a bubble bath, have a latte, sip some chai tea - we got you.
inclusions:
Timely access to Hawthorne Creative staff from the moment of contract signing, with planning sessions to begin four months prior to the date 4 hours of client planning sessions to included in-person venue or vendor meetings, with the client to attend Custom timeline creation and venue floorplan design Creation of and access to your personalized digital shared planning folder through HC Co.'s client portal Access to each of our proprietary wedding planning guides, checklists, and templates to utilize during this shared planning experience Vendor detailing and communication to begin four months prior to the wedding date Limited signage + paper goods design and printing for items such as; menus, seating chart, welcome sign, bar signs, etc. Wedding Rehearsal and Ceremony coordination 12 hours of Wedding Day Management One HC Co. Associate Planner to plan and manage your day with an additional experienced Day-of Wedding Coordinator 4 hours of wedding day content creation with access to all videos and images the following day to relive your best day ever Pricing begins at $4,250 Add on a Getting Ready Attendant to keep you on track and assist with pertinent wedding morning tasks for $350 Add on our Tailored to You Design Experience for $1,850
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THE ELEVENTH HOUR
(aka - you planned it, we make it happen - no stress, just vibes!)
If you are searching for "day-of coordination" or "month-of management", this is the experience for you. While our time together is short, we make every second count. Once you decide to book with us, you will have access to our planning portal complete with curated checklists, planning guides, and more. You will be able to utilize these resources to plan your best day ever, and at six weeks out we will come in and tie a pretty little bow on it!
inclusions:
Timely access to Hawthorne Creative staff from the moment of contract signing, with planning sessions to begin six weeks prior to the date 2 hours of client planning sessions to included in-person venue or vendor meetings, with the client to attend Timeline and venue floorplan review with suggested adjustments, during scheduled planning time Creation of and access to your personalized digital shared planning folder through HC Co.'s client portal Access to each of our proprietary wedding planning guides, checklists, and templates to utilize during this shared planning experience Vendor detailing and communication to begin six weeks prior to the wedding date Wedding Rehearsal and Ceremony coordination 12 hours of Wedding Day Management One HC Co. Associate Planner to finalize the details and manage your day with an additional experienced Day-of Wedding Coordinator Pricing begins at $2,650 Add on a Getting Ready Attendant to keep you on track and assist with pertinent wedding morning tasks for $350 Add on our Tailored to You Design Experience for $1,850 Add on wedding day content creation with access to all videos and images the following day to relive your best day ever for $100 per hour Add on limited signage + paper goods design and printing for items such as; menus, seating chart, welcome sign, bar signs, etc. for $250 Add on additional two-hour planning session between four-six months out with timeline planning for $275
tailored to you design
(aka - making your wedding dreams come to life!)
Oftentimes we will meet with couples who have a plan, but don't have a vision. Maybe you don't know where to begin and Pinterest is overwhelming you. That's where we come in! Our Wedding Design Experience ensures that your wedding day will exude you. This is not a one-size-fits-all situation, and we believe that the more intention you put behind your design, the more your love will shine through to your guests.
inclusions:
Initial design and brainstorming session with Madison, Founder + Executive Director Full design plan to be delivered one month from our initial meeting Design plan to include a cohesive outline of; color scheme, centerpiece, and tablescape design Additionally, we will discuss floorplan options, stationery, and attire referrals Bonus: all design plans will be accompanied with estimated budgetary expectations Planning session to review proposed design plan, make adjustments, and finalize all the details Once approved, the HC Co. team will move forward with booking necessary vendors such as; florals, linen, furniture, and décor rentals Must be book in conjunction with one of our Wedding Planning or Management experiences On-site team to ensure flawless execution of all design aspects Pricing begins at $1,850
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from greater st. louis to wherever your love takes us!