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Your Perfect Day, Personalized & Planned to Perfection! Deborah Shaddox, Owner 214-236-0000 Misty Meadow Drive Melissa, TX info@shaddox&co.com www.shaddox&co.com https://www.pinterest.com/debshaddox/pins/ Office Hours M-F 8:30-6:30

1 Table of Contents

Page 3 About Us Page 4 Questionnaire Page 6 Budget Percentages Page 7 Maid/Matron of Honor Checklist Page 8 & Best Man Checklist Page 9 Head Usher & Checklist Page 10 Mother & Father of the Checklist Page 11 Mother & Father of the Groom Checklist Page 12 Peony Package Page 13 Dahlia Package Page 14 Amaryllis Package Page 15 Additional Services Page 16 Payment Policy, Late Fee Policy & Contract Page 18 Ways to Save at Page 19 License Information Page 20 Preferred Vendors Page 21 FAQ’s Page 23 Essay

2 About Us Welcome and congratulations on your upcoming ! We are very pleased you have chosen us to help plan your wedding to perfection. Shaddox & Co Wedding Planning is a planning and design company based in the McKinney area. We are very passionate about planning and executing the perfect wedding for each of our clients. We focus on personalizing all the small details that make your wedding uniquely yours. We draw inspiration from all around including nature, art, latest trends, music, fashion, and literature.

Deborah, owner and director of Shaddox & Co, was born and raised in Texas. She graduated from the University of North Texas with a degree in elementary education. In 2010, after years of teaching third grade, she began her career in wedding planning by making and personalizing bridesmaid and groomsman proposals. After planning many bridal showers and weddings for friends, family and acquaintances, Deborah decided to launch Shaddox & Co so she could better meet the needs of clients reaching out to her to plan their special events. In 2018, Deborah received her certification in wedding and event planning. This means she has a level of expertise in handling and managing several functions that are required to plan and execute a wedding. This includes knowledge in timelines, budgets, catering, photography, design, venue selection, contracts and much more. Let’s Get Started! In order to get started and help you plan the perfect wedding, please fill out the questionnaire on the following page. Please be as detailed as possible and feel free to add any other details. For consultations, I am available to meet in person at a location of your choosing, or if it is more convenient for you, we can have our initial meetings via email, phone, or video conference during office hours.

3 Questionnaire Bride’s Name: Groom’s Name: Parents of the Bride’s Names: Parents of the Groom’s Name: Best Contact Number: Best Contact Email: Mailing Address: Desired Date of Wedding: Desired Location of Wedding: Approximate Guest Count:

How did you meet?

Please list three words that best describes you as a couple.

Please check all that are important to you for your wedding. ___Food ___Liquor ___Apparel ___Atmosphere (flowers, decorations, centerpieces, ambiance) ___Music/Entertainment ___Convenience/Location ___Spirituality ___Photography ___Family and Friends

Please rate how important the following things would be to you looking back after your wedding is over. Rate 1-5, with 5 being the highest. ___How exciting and fun everything was ___How romantic it was ___How beautiful it was ___How proper and tasteful everything was ___How smoothly and easily everything went ___How happy my parents and family were ___How relaxed I was

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Circle all the words you would like to describe your wedding:

Traditional Unique Classy Trendy Glamourous/Luxurious Elegant Fun Funky Funky Casual Relaxed Formal Morning Noon Evening

What is your expected Budget? ___Less than $5000 ___$5000-$10000 ___$10,000-$25,000 ___$25,000-$45,000 ___$45,000-$70,000 ___$70,000-$100,000 ___more than $100,000

Please list 3-4 colors you have in mind for your wedding.

Please list any venues you have seen and your opinion on each.

Is there anything you would like to splurge on for the wedding?

Do you want a buffet, plated meal or stations?

Will you have a cake? If so, please list ideas.

Do you want to offer beer, wine and/or alcohol? Signature drink?

Do you prefer an indoor or outdoor ceremony?

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Budget Percentages 50% Venue, Catering, Cake & Rentals 12% Photography & Videography 9% Bride’s Wedding Attire, Hair &Beauty 8% Flowers, Lighting & Décor 7% Reception Music 3% 3% Invitations & Stationery 2% Officiant & Ceremony Music 2% Transportation 2% Wedding Rings 2% Favor & Gifts

Your Budget/Actual Spending for Each of the Following: Venue, Catering, Cake & Rentals: Photography & Videography: Bride’s Wedding Attire, Hair &Beauty: Flowers, Lighting & Décor: Reception Music: Wedding Planner: Invitations & Stationery: Officiant & Ceremony Music: Transportation: Wedding Rings: Favor & Gifts:

6 Checklists

We have included several checklists to help guide you in choosing your bridal and notifying them of their responsibilities.

Maid of Honor’s Responsibilities may include:

Help the bride select bridesmaid’s attire

Help address invitation and place cards

Attend as many prenuptial events as possible

Purchase/Alter in a timely fashion

Makes sure all the , and ring bearer are at all fittings, rehearsal and ceremony on time.

Is expected to attend the rehearsal and

Hold the groom’s

Help with the bride’s gown and arranges the veil and train during the ceremony. Also responsible for knowing how to properly bustle the bride’s gown

Hold the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony

Witness the signing of the marriage certificate

Stand in the receiving line

Keep the bride on schedule

Take care of the bride’s gown and accessories after the reception

Possibly host or co-host a bridal or

Assist the bride in any other way as requested

Present a at the reception

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Bridesmaid's Responsibilities may Include:

Assist the Maid of Honor as requested

Attend as many of the prenuptial events as possible

Possibly host or co-host a shower

Assist the bride with errands

Purchase/Alter bridesmaid dress in a timely fashion

Expected to attend the rehearsal and dinner

Walk in processional and recessional

Best Man's Responsibilities may Include:

Organize a pre-wedding party for the groom

Is expected to attend rehearsal and dinner

Get the groom dressed and to the ceremony on time

Make sure groom’s wedding related expenses are prepared (officiant, tips, etc.)

Make sure the groom has the with him

Hold the bride’s wedding ring during ceremony

Make sure all ushers are properly attired and on time

Walk in recessional

Witness the signing of the marriage certificate

Help welcome guests at reception and offers first toast

Take care of groom’s wedding attire after reception

Has a car ready for the bride and groom to leave reception

8 Head Usher's Responsibilities may Include:

Expected to attend the rehearsal and dinner

Receive any lists of guests who are to be seated in a specific pew and is aware of the importance and sequence of seating special guests, such as the mothers and grandmothers of the bride and groom

Make sure programs, if used, are handed to guests when they are seated

Make sure people who are designated to receive special flowers or corsages do receive them, if the flowers have not been delivered to the recipients beforehand

Check that all ushers are dressed properly and wearing their boutonnieres on the left side

Make sure that the ushers know how to usher: how to greet guests, how to offer an arm to a single woman guest, and how to precede a couple to their seats

Help gather the wedding party for photographs either before or after the ceremony

Participate in party for the groom

Groomsmen’s and Usher’s Responsibilities may Include:

Participate in party for the groom

Expected to attend the rehearsal and dinner

Review any special seating situations with head usher before ceremony begins

Greet guests as they arrive

Hand each guest a program

Puts aisle runner in place after seating of all guests

Seas guests according to instructions- offers right arm to female guests.

Remove pew ribbons after the ceremony

9 Mother and Father of the Bride's Responsibilities may Include:

Host an party

Help couple to decide on sites or assists in making other big planning decisions

Usually contributes to the wedding budget

Assist the bride in putting together the family’s guest list

Offer suggestions for special family, religious or ethnic ceremony traditions.

May help bride shop for and accessories

Choose own wedding day outfit (may consult with bride)

Along with the maid of honor and bridesmaids, may plan and host a

On wedding day help bride to get ready

May accompany daughter to ceremony

Mother walks in recessional while father escorts daughter

Greet guests in receiving line

May be announced along with husband

Sits in an honored place at parent’s table

May assist with coordinating vendors

May host a post-wedding brunch

Help pick up out of town guests from airport

Father may make a welcoming speech

Father toasts the after the best man makes his speech

Father dances with the bride

May take care of vendor balances at the end of the reception

10 Mother and Father of of the Groom's Responsibilities may Include:

Contact the mother of the bride if the families are not acquainted (or plans a celebration if you have met)

Attend (first) if the bride's family hosts one

May host an additional engagement party for the groom’s side of the family

Usually contributes to wedding budget (bridal bouquet, corsages, boutonnieres, officiant)

May help couple decide on sites and/or make other big planning decisions

Help groom put together family’s guest list

Offer suggestions for special family, religious or ethnic ceremony traditions

Choose own wedding day outfit (may consult with mother of the bride about formality)

Plan and host the

Escorted out following the wedding party and the bride’s parents

Greet guests in the receiving line

Sit in an honored place at the parent’s table

Mother dances with son

Attend post wedding brunch (if held)

Flower Girl and Ring Bearer’s Responsibilities may Include:

Attire and accessories should be paid for by their own family

Attend the rehearsal although usually does not attend the rehearsal dinner

In the processional, walks alone directly before the bride and her father

Flower Girl often scatters petals from a basket she holds, or may simply carry a nosegay Ring Bearer may carry the actual rings or “pretend” rings

11 Packages & Prices

Peony Package

Full Service Package for the Busy Bride $4800 10 meetings unlimited phone calls and emails during business hours assistance with creating & managing budget assistance with timeline creation assistance with design of cake, tablescapes & flowers provide inspiration/mood board provide custom monthly to do lists provide list of vendors help scheduling vendors & provide them with wedding day itinerary RSVP tracking 3 planners on day of wedding assistance with setting up décor at ceremony & reception direct rehearsal, ceremony & reception to make sure it follows timeline make sure all personal items are delivered & set up on wedding day help with breakdown after event provide use of emergency kit on wedding day

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Dahlia Package The Value Package for the Bride & Groom who have Already Started Planning $2850 6 meetings unlimited phone calls & emails during business hours assistance with creating & managing budget review plans already made & offer ideas, suggestions assistance with timeline creation assistance with design of cake, tablescapes & flowers provide inspiration/mood board provide monthly to do lists provide list of vendors & provide them with wedding day itinerary RSVP tracking 2 planners on day of wedding assistance with setting up décor at ceremony & reception direct rehearsal, ceremony & reception to make sure it follows timeline make sure all personal items are delivered & set up on wedding day provide use of emergency kit on wedding day

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Amaryllis Package The Month of Package for the Bride & Groom Who Just Need a Little Bit of Help on the Wedding Day $1400 up to 2 meetings month prior to wedding timeline help maintaining timeline one-hour ceremony rehearsal accept & supervise deliveries at reception oversee vendor arrival & set up handle emergencies as they arise provide use of emergency kit on wedding day set up personal items at reception only assist in lining up wedding party & family for processional

Additional Services include Party & Proposal Planning and Event Design. Details listed on the following page.

14 Party & Proposal Planning $650 help planning bridal showers, groom proposals, pre & post wedding events up to two 1 hour meetings assistance with venue selection assistance with theme & design ideas provide inspiration/mood board suggestions for linens, tablescapes, florals & special touches assistance with selection of invitations & thank you’s sourcing vendors provide timeline & checklists provide ideas for party favors & links to purchase them through

Party ideas may include: Bubbly & Brunch, Garden Bridal Shower, ABC Bridal Shower, I Do BBQ, Stock the Bar Engagement Party, Bachelor & Bachelorette , Breakfast at Tiffany’s Bridal Shower, Girls Night Out, Bro-dal Showers, Day After Brunches.

Wedding & Reception Design Planning $650 help with designing a unique event to impress all your guests up to two 1 hour meetings assistance with theme & design ideas provide inspiration/mood board suggestions for linens, tablescapes, florals & special touches provide list of vendors who provide quality items & services assistance with selection of invitations & thank you’s provide ideas for party favors & links to purchase them through compile list of ideas for signature events & special touches

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Payment Policy 50% down at time of booking Additional 25% due 3 months prior to wedding date Final Payment due 1 month prior to wedding date

50% refund if 6 months prior to event 25% refund if 4 months prior to event

Late Fee: Late fee of $50 charged 3 days after payment due date; discontinuation of service if not paid by 5 days after payment due date.

Contract Bride & Groom Names: ______

Description of Services/Package Chosen: ______

Date/Location of Wedding: ______

Conditions

I understand that my role will be that of advisor and coordinator. You will make the actual selections of service providers and I will implement those selections.

You will make payments directly to the service providers/vendors and not to me.

It is your responsibility to provide me with contact names, telephone numbers and any scheduled timetables for all service providers involved in the wedding ceremony/reception no later than 14 days prior to the wedding or upon the signing of this letter.

It is also your responsibility to notify me of any changes in a timely manner. I shall not be held liable for any changes made by you or your selected service providers.

16 I will use my professional judgment when taking action in regard to changes, weather, tardiness, non- performance, etc. based on the situation, time limitations and/or your wishes.

In the event a venue coordinator is on site I will work with you and the coordinator as needed. Fees & Payment Schedule

For my services you will pay me a total of $______. Payment will be made as follows:

A non-refundable retainer in the amount of $______- upon signature of this letter of agreement $______due on ______(Date) $______due on ______(Date) (thirty days prior to your wedding date)

Term/Termination- This agreement will terminate automatically upon completion of the services required by this letter of agreement.

Changes/Cancellations- Any changes made to this letter of agreement must be made in writing and signed by all parties. You may cancel this agreement, in writing, for any reason. If the wedding is canceled, refunds are limited to unearned fees, funds in excess of unused or non-refundable fees and out-of- pocket expenses. If you cancel less than [#] days before the wedding – except for the death of a member of your immediate family – there will be no refund. If the wedding is not canceled, there will be no refund.

If your understanding parallels mine, please sign one copy of this letter and return it to me along with your payment in the amount of $______.

______

Deborah Shaddox, Certified Wedding Planner

Accepted: Bride’s signature ______

Groom’s signature ______

Date: ______

17 Ways to Save on Weddings

Don’t get married on a Saturday. Weekday weddings are less expensive

Choose the end/beginning of off for your wedding

Find a venue that lets you choose your own vendors

Have ceremony and reception at the same place to cut down on transportation costs

Don’t serve a sit down meal, buffets are less expensive

Factor late night snacks at 70% of your guest list since many guest will leave before late night snacks are served

Don’t feel like you have to have a . Several smaller cakes and/or a variety of desserts are also good options

Don’t offer endless alcohol options. You can offer beer, wine and one signature cocktail and forgo the top-shelf liquor

Choose a venue that doesn’t need a lot of décor because it already offers a lot on its own

Create your own photo booth using polaroid cameras

Have nice invitations printed but print your own rsvp cards, use colored envelopes for a pop of color instead of lined envelopes and/or use a website for rsvp’s instead of printed ones

Use a seating chart instead of individual escort cards

Reuse all ceremony flowers and bridesmaid’s bouquets at the reception on sign-in table, cake table, bar, etc. Also use greenery and candles instead of just flowers

Combine food, drink and favors. Guests love favors they can eat or drink.

Use standard linens and add a table runner instead of custom more expensive linens

18 Marriage License Information for Collin County

Identification Required 1 Valid government issued photo ID. Acceptable forms of ID include: driver’s license, passport, military ID or an identification card issued by Texas or another state, the United States or a foreign government. 2 Social Security number. You are not required to show your social security card. PLEASE NOTE: The name listed on your marriage license MUST match the name on your identification.

Where do I go to get my Marriage License? 2300 Bloomdale Road, Ste 2106 McKinney TX 75071 972-548-4185 900 E. Park Blvd. Ste 140-C Plano, TX 75071 972-881-3025 [email protected] 972-548-4185 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Residency Requirements- None

Application Requirements- Both parties must appear before the clerk and provide their valid government issued photo ID and their social security number (your social security card is not required).

Blood tests- no blood test requirements

Marriage License without the certificate - $81.00 (No checks accepted) Marriage License with the certificate - $21.00 (No checks accepted) Informal Marriage License - $36.00 (No checks accepted) PLEASE NOTE: A convenience fee will be charged for all credit/debit card transactions.

Waiting Period and Expiration of License 72 hour waiting period and 90-day expiration of license

The County Clerk may not issue a marriage license to persons under the age of 18. For any questions contact us at 972.548.4185.

If interested in having a Justice of the Peace conduct your wedding ceremony, contact the Justice of the Peace for more information.

19 Preferred Vendors

Wedding Lulu’s Bridal, Dallas https://www.lulusbridal.com Leann’s Bridal, McKinney https://www.leannsbridal.com Stationery Brown Fox Creative, Burleson https://www.brownfoxcreative.com Paper Affair, Dallas http://paperaffairdallas.com Bakeries Layered, McKinney http://www.layeredbakeshop.com The Jenny Layne Bakery, Argyle http://thejennylaynebakery.com Linens BBJ Linens, Dallas http://www.bbjlinen.com AM Linens, Dallas https://www.amlinenrental.com Florists The Stalk Market, McKinney http://www.thestalkmrkt.com Bella Floral, Dallas https://bellafloraofdallas.com Photographers Anna Smith Photography, Dallas http://annasmithphotography.com Fairy Tale Photography, Dallas http://fairytalephotography.com Catering & Bar Service CN Catering, Dallas http://cncatering.com HD Liquid Catering, McKinney http://www.hdliquidcatering.com Videographers byDesign Films, Dallas https://bydesignfilms.com Shutter & Sound, Dallas http://www.shutterandsounddallas.com

20 FAQ’s

Why hire a wedding planner? Do I need one even if my venue offers an in-house coordinator? Planning a wedding is fun, but it takes a lot of time! A planner can save you time spent on researching and planning, recommending vendors, creating and following budgets and timelines and providing creative suggestions and ideas that maybe you have not thought about yet. Most onsite wedding coordinators are just too busy to devote all the time and energy necessary to focus on all the details of your wedding. A wedding planner and a venue coordinator can work very well together to ensure everything is perfect and goes smoothly so you can enjoy your day.

What makes you qualified to be a professional wedding planner? Planning a wedding takes a lot of time and organization. We have several years of running a business, as well as creating many beautiful and well designed events. Deborah is a certified wedding and event planner and her assistants have various years of experience in the hospitality industry.

What is a certified wedding & event planner? A certified wedding planner is a person who has gone through extensive training to receive their certification. This includes a combination of classes, discussion, exams, training and evaluations. A planner who receives this certification shows a level of understanding of the industry and a personal commitment to adhere to the standards in the industry.

In the event I can not find the perfect package for me, are you willing to customize a package? We are here to help you in any way that you need so we are happy to customize any package to make it fit your needs.

How many events have you planned or assisted in planning? Do you have insurance? We have planned a number of events over the past several years and are fully insured. We also encourage each of our clients to purchase their own wedding insurance in the events of unforeseen events.

Is the planner I meet with on the initial consultant going to be the planner I work with on my wedding day? Yes, Deborah will be your planner you meet at your initial consultation, as well as the planner on your wedding day. On the day of your wedding there will also be additional assistant(s).

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How do you determine which vendors you recommend to your clients? We only recommend vendors that we know and have worked with at previous events. We choose only the most professional and reliable vendors to work with for your event.

What is the best way to contact you? I can be contacted through email or by phone any time during business hours. Please allow 24 hours for a response to emails.

Where can I find samples/galleries of your work? Samples of our work can be found on our website and through our Pinterest link. 214-236-0000 info@shaddox&co.com www.shaddox&co.com https://www.pinterest.com/debshaddox/pins/ Office Hours M-F 8:30-6:30

22 Essay

Shaddox & Co is a wedding design and planning company located north of Dallas. We focus on providing for clients who want a wedding planned to perfection. We offer a variety of packages and service to help plan everything from the proposal to post- wedding events. We are available on Instagram, Wix and Facebook.

Goals for Shaddox & Co: For the first year, the company will start out as a part-time wedding planning company where I would like to plan for friends, family and acquaintances. We will start off small and local and expand in future years. During this time, I will lay the foundation to build a reputable company. I would like to intern for events so I can gain valuable experience and learn as much as possible. During this year, I would like to work with 3-4 clients.

For the 2nd-4th years, I would like to perfect my packages and expand my company to offer more wedding design and not just wedding planning. During this time, I would like to continue to grow and begin to be known in the DFW wedding industry. My goal would be to work with 6-8 clients during each year. We will focus on expanding the business through word of mouth, a strong social presence and branding opportunities.

For future years, I would like to be very well known in the DFW wedding industry. I would like to work 10-12 clients each year and have the knowledge and experience to provide them with all the resources and knowledge needed for perfect wedding planning. I hope to do this by building a reputation built on a solid foundation of being organized, efficient and creative and listening to the needs of each client.

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