Why “Day-Of” Isn’t Enough (and What You Actually Need for Your Bay Area Wedding)
If you’re planning a wedding in San Francisco, Napa, or anywhere in the Bay Area, you’ve probably heard of a “day-of wedding coordinator.”
It sounds straightforward: someone shows up, runs the timeline, keeps vendors in check, and saves you from stress.
Here’s the truth: I don’t offer “day-of only”—and there’s a good reason why.
Why I Don’t Offer “Day-Of Only”
I truly believe no one can walk in cold on your wedding day, glance at a timeline, and flawlessly execute your vision. There are too many moving parts, personalities, and details that only surface when you’ve been involved in the lead-up.
That’s why I offer month-of (or Essentials) coordination…because it takes at least 1–2 months to:
Build relationships with your vendors and ensure smooth communication.
Review every contract and catch potential gaps (yes, even ones you didn’t know to look for).
Confirm every delivery time, rental count, and setup detail.
Understand your personalities, family dynamics, and non-negotiables so I can anticipate what you need before you ask.
Your wedding day deserves more than someone showing up with a clipboard and hoping for the best.
What Month-Of Wedding Coordination Looks Like
Here’s what happens when we start weeks ahead (instead of the night before):
✅ Vendor handoff done right: I confirm all logistics, from when florals arrive at venues like Terra Gallery in San Francisco to who’s placing the welcome display at your winery reception in Napa Valley.
✅ Timeline building (that actually works): I create a flow that feels natural for your day, ceremony to cocktails to dancing, without guests waiting awkwardly.
✅ Detail troubleshooting: Missing candles? Incorrect linen count? We fix it before it spirals.
✅ Personalized support: By the time your wedding arrives, I feel like part of your team, not a stranger stepping in at the last minute.
This isn’t just logistics…it’s partnership.
Why This Matters Even More in the Bay Area
Bay Area weddings are complex: city venues with tight load-in windows, winery estates with strict curfews, and design-forward couples who want the details to wow. Month-of coordination ensures nothing slips through the cracks, no matter how unique your venue or timeline.
Whether you’re saying “I do” at San Francisco City Hall, hosting a chic reception at Terra Gallery, or planning a wine country celebration in Napa or Sonoma, having someone involved early makes every difference.
The Bottom Line
If you want to actually enjoy your wedding day (not manage it) you need more than “day-of.”
Month-of coordination means:
A planner who knows your vendors, timeline, and priorities inside-out.
No scrambling in the final weeks, just smooth, confident execution.
A wedding day that feels effortless because the prep work was handled long before.
Ready for a Seamless Bay Area Wedding?
If you’re planning a wedding in San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma, or the greater Bay Area, I’d love to help you step into your wedding day relaxed, present, and completely taken care of.
📍 Learn more about my Essentials (Month-Of) Coordination here →
