WEDDING SERVICES
API realizes that each Bride and Groom has different needs and
desires.  We offer standard and customized packages to fit your
dreams, desires and budget.  From vendor referrals, wedding day
direction to full service wedding coordinating and consultations, API
has something for any budget.  Each package is designed to include
the services you want and need. Below is a list of services we offer.  
No two API weddings are ever the same!!  
Wedding Packages and Services
API offers the following packages and services...

  • ENCHANTMENT- In office/phone consultation services only.  This is designed
    for the Bride or Groom that wants guidance or referrals only and does not wish for
    a member of our staff to be present at their wedding or reception. Hourly rates
    apply and requires a two hour minimum purchase.

  • ELEGANCE - Wedding direction also known as "month of assistance" for the
    Bride and Groom who have handled all their own plans but want to
    have a professional coordinate the rehearsal and the wedding day so that         
    they can enjoy their special day.  Services begin the month prior to the wedding
    date.

  • EXQUISITE - Full service wedding planning for the Bride and Groom that want
    to be hands on with the planning of their special day but require assistance and
    guidance from our staff.  Includes accompaniment and/or scheduling appointments
    on behalf of the Bride and Groom, vendor referrals, theme creation, event design
    and overall management of the entire planning process..  

  • ELITE- Deluxe full service for the Bride and Groom who prefer the consultant to
    handle all the day to day details, legwork and overall management for their special
    event.  Clients are presented with proposals and have the luxury of being able to
    determine what area and the level of involvement he/she wishes to have in the
    planning stages.  This package is designed for the Bride and Groom who have busy
    work schedules, are enrolled in graduate or post graduate studies, have relocated
    but want to get married in their hometown, destination weddings or for the Bride
    and Groom that just don't want to deal with the hustle and bustle of wedding
    planning.

  • EXCELLENCE - For the Bride and Groom whose needs don't really fit into the
    above categories but prefer a customized package that will meet their specific
    needs and budget

The following is a list of some of the services offered in our packages:

  • Coordinate, plan and manage the wedding and reception
  • Budget preparation, review and management
  • Advice on planning and etiquette
  • In person, phone or email consultations with Consultant
  • Assist with theme creation and implementation
  • Assist with venue acquisition for the ceremony and reception
  • Vendor referrals, confirmation and management
  • Prepare customized planning time line
  • Prepare customized wedding day itinerary wedding participants and vendors
  • Prepare and manage guest list database and assist with seating assignments
  • Review and analysis of all contracts
  • Attendance to final gown and formal wear fittings
  • Assist with stationery selection and wording (save-the-dates, invitations, programs,
    etc.)
  • Assistance with order of service and program
  • Assistance with selection of favors and gifts
  • Assembling and mailing of wedding invitations
  • Assist and advise bridal party of roles and responsibilities
  • Assist with the selection and management of hotel accommodations
  • Assist with event decor, design and set up  
  • Initial and final walk through at selected wedding and reception venues
  • RSVP tracking and confirmation
  • Set up of ceremony accessories
  • Floor plan design
  • Coordinate wedding rehearsal (2 hours maximum)
  • Serve as Mistress of Ceremony at reception
  • Personal Assistant assigned to Bride and Groom on the wedding day to assist
    wherever necessary and to adhere to customized itinerary
  • Minimize the amount of wedding related stress for the Bride and Groom
  • Trained consultants and assistants to manage the event to ensure that the
    wedding is Always A Positive Image in your memory.      
Extravaganza - Package Enhancements
  • Pre-Wedding Event Planning Services (rehearsal dinner, showers,
    anniversaries, etc.);
  • Welcome Gifts for out of town guests (includes preparation and delivery
    of gifts at designated hotels);
  • Full line of invitations/social stationery available by Carlson Craft
    (including the Heritage Collection), Regency, Stylart, Birchcraft and
    Classic Thermographers;
  • Wedding Gown Preservation;
  • On staff Make-Up Artist/Consultant;
  • Calligrapher;
  • Support Services (Marital and family counseling) (Network affiliate)and
  • Financial Planning Services (Network affiliate)
Photography by Brandon