Wedding Planning Certification Practice Test

When planning a wedding, who should typically hold discussions with vendors?

1. The wedding party

2. The clients

3. The guests

4. The planner only

The correct answer is: The clients

When planning a wedding, it is typically the clients—meaning the couple getting married—who should hold discussions with vendors. This is because the clients have the most direct interest in the specifics of their wedding day, including budgeting, vision, and personal preferences. Engaging directly with vendors allows the clients to articulate their desires, negotiate terms, and ensure that their unique ideas are understood and captured accurately. While planners often facilitate communication and may take the lead on certain arrangements, the ultimate decisions and discussions must involve the clients to create a day that truly reflects their personal style and expectations. The wedding party and guests generally do not have the same level of engagement or authority to make decisions regarding vendors, while the planner does play a crucial role—they work in tandem with the clients to guide the planning process. However, the essential discussions need to involve the clients to ensure that their needs and wishes take precedence.