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What Do You Get Out of Your Own Work?

 ”It’s art if it can’t be explained. It’s fashion if no one asks for an explanation. It’s design if it doesn’t need explanation.”-Wouter Stokkel Dear Readers: Today, I want you all to think about what motivated you to get into this business and what you get out of it. As artists, we design because it is [...]

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Do You Judge Mothers Who Choose To Work or Those Who Stay Home?

  Dear Readers: It’s imperative that I start this blog by saying that I am not in any way looking to offend anyone. Whether working in a career or doing your “work” at home, the role of mother is one of great honor, if unbelievably challenging. Being a working mother, I can sympathize with those [...]

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Preston Bailey Bride Ideas, Lady with Shoes

Dear Planner: Would You Consider Doing This For Me?

Dear Readers: We can never really know what it feels like to walk a mile in the shoes of someone else, but in the spirit of understanding, I thought we might do our best to give it a try. There’s no denying that planners are the leaders in any event, but what about other vendors working [...]

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What Sets A Good Planner Apart From The Rest

Dear Readers: As we continue our discussion about planning, pricing, and good service, I would like to spend today talking about the difference between a bad planner, a good planner, and a great one. Having spent the past three decades working with hundreds of vendors, I have experienced my fair share of all of the [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Anne Hathaway, Devil Wears Prada, White Coat

Charging Options For Planners

Dear Readers: I hope all of you had a nice weekend. In reviewing the challenges, lessons and mistakes I have encountered throughout the design and planning process, I will spend today’s blog speaking directly to planners. What do you think is the biggest mistake planners make? You guessed it: Not charging enough for their services. [...]

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A Visit To The Ukraine: My Profile of a Gracious Host

Dear Readers: Last month, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Lviv Wedding show in Ukraine. Today, I would like to share my interview with my generous and talented host, Lana. I think many of you who are starting out will appreciate her professional journey. Preston What drew you towards the event industry and [...]

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Kathy Romero, Preston Bailey Designs

Inspiration VS Imitation: Where Is The Line?

Dear Readers: Today I am going to talk about the big, familiar-looking elephant in the room. We’ve all heard that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Is it really? In reality, it’s probably the worst enemy of your professional growth–especially if you are just starting out in the business. Though our industry boasts many amazing and talented artists, it’s [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Floral Table Setting, White Floral Table Setting, White Floral Centerpiece

When Designs Are Rejected

Dear Readers: In continuing with the theme of yesterday’s blog on presentations, I would like to discuss the times when our great ideas turn into design disasters.  Yesterday, I presented two designs to a client who liked both so much that she decided to use everything in her event.  I was thrilled. That said, that [...]

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Presenting The Design

  Dear Readers: I hope everyone is having a wonderful Tuesday morning (Wednesday, if in other areas of the world). Please note that today’s blog is aimed mostly at florists and designers. We have been going through the process, step-by-step, and are now at the stage where you have accomplished the following: You have interviewed [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Butler Service, Great Service, Five Keys to Great Service

Five Keys To Great Service

Dear Readers: Happy Monday! In the past few blogs, I have been addressing one of the requests from my readers and been reviewing various things I have learned in the process of acquiring, securing, and pleasing clients in regards to the design process. We have already covered how to deal with the initial call, estimates, [...]

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Preston Bailey, Design Disasters

Design Disasters: One of My Biggest Flops

Dear Readers: As you may or may not be aware, I currently have five coffee table books on the market–Design for entertainment, Fantasy Weddings, Inspiration, Celebration, and PB flowers. I am happy to announce that I am presently in the process of creating a sixth, Floral and Event Design, which will be out next spring. [...]

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The Challenge Of Bringing The Vision of a Client To Life

  Dear Readers: This week, I am giving three major presentations to new clients. Even after three decades in the business, I still get nervous when presenting. It doesn’t help that I did not sleep that well last night. Those familiar questions kept creeping into my head and taunting me. “Is it good enough?” I [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Estimate, Writing

Writing an Estimate

  Dear Readers: Last week, many of you requested that I post one of the previous estimates/proposals I put together for a client. In my wish to honor the confidentiality agreement made with each client, I cannot do that. What I can do is give you a detailed description of what to include in your [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Couple

My Interview With Robert Evans

Dear Readers: Many of you have requested that I post one of the proposals I have sent to clients. Unfortunately, due to the respect of confidentiality, I am unable to do this. What I will do is post a detailed explanation of how I write a proposal/estimate and post it on Monday. Today, I would [...]

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The Biggest Differences Between a Manager and a Planner

Dear Readers: One of the things I love most about working in the wedding industry is that it is filled with unbelievable talent and people with remarkable dedication. That said, experience has shown me that most of our talents are not interchangeable. Personally, I find it interesting–and also disappointing– when I hear a prospective bride [...]

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Preston Bailey, Giving Estimates, Office, Luxury Office

How To Effectively Write an Estimate

Dear Readers:   One of the most difficult lessons I had to learn was to accept that all clients are not right for me. I used to think that turning away a potential client was a crass display of arrogance, but that changed when I began to recognize patterns of behavior that led me into [...]

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Preston Bailey, Giving Estimates, Celebrity Wedding Planner

The Real Cost Of Estimates

Dear Readers:   Today, I would like to continue my series on the lessons I have learned while working with clients from the first call through the execution of the event. As many of you know, it is not uncommon for a client to ask for an estimate before signing on. While I am a [...]

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Preston Bailey Blog, Pinocchio

When Clients Want More Than Their Budgets Allow

  Dear Readers: I hope all of you had a relaxing weekend and are looking forward to a productive week. Today, I would like to continue my series addressing the lessons I have learned from the many mistakes I have made while transitioning through the process of working with clients, from the initial phone call [...]

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My Interview With Darren Olarsch of On The Move Events

  Dear Readers: This afternoon, many of you know of my deep respect and gratitude for my talented friend, Darren Olarsch, President of On the Move Entertainment and Events. I always ask Darren to DJ my events, quite simply, because he is the best. A loyal friend, Darren always goes beyond the call of duty and [...]

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Kathy Romero, 5 Things Brides should know, Top wedding planner, Celebrity Wedding planner

Five Things To Keep In Mind As a Bride and a Planner

  Dear Readers: It’s easy to get excited over venues when you first get engaged. Perhaps you’ve been thinking of a particular venue for a long time, maybe even since you were a little girl. However, it’s important to understand that (depending on the venue selected) there may be some costs that are not necessarily [...]

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