wedding planning services

Our wedding planning services vary in levels of planning, but the wedding day always looks the same: we handle every detail and offer unlimited time on-site the day-of. The difference is in the planning. Not sure what you need? You’re free to start small and upgrade during the process.

every package includes unlimited time on-site on wedding day

full service planning

the full experience

This is our most inclusive, customizable plan, ideally booked 12-18 months prior to your wedding date. 

The details:

Communication: minimum of monthly planning calls + unlimited communication in the way you need it
Organization: customized shared document for every single detail   
Venue: selection, contract review, initial and final walk-through
Vendor team: we research and look within our network of outstanding professionals to build you the perfect team for your venue, budget, and priorities
Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
Book and manage guest transportation to the venue + hotel blocks or other accomodations
Design all printed materials, or outsource to one of our fantastic stationary pros  
Event design and rental planning
Rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and farewell event: all of the above applies to ancillary events as well as wedding day
Time on-site: If you’re there, we’ll be there.

Who it’s for: the busy couple who doesn’t want to waste a penny or a minute. 

    Starting at $9,500

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    full service planning

    the full experience


    This is our most inclusive, customizable plan, ideally booked 12-18 months prior to your wedding date.

    The details:

    Communication: minimum of monthly planning calls + unlimited communication in the way you need it   
    Venue: selection, contract review, initial and final walk-through
    Vendor team: we research and look within our network of outstanding professionals to build you the perfect team for your venue, budget, and priorities
    Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
    Book and manage guest transportation to the venue + hotel blocks or other accomodations
    Design all printed materials, or outsource to one of our fantastic stationary pros 
    Event design and rental planning
    Rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and farewell event: all of the above applies to ancillary events as well as wedding day.
    Time on-site: If you’re there, we’ll be there.

    Who it’s for: the busy couple who doesn’t want to waste a penny or a minute

      Starting at $9,500

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      partial service planning

      planning support, your way

      Also known as wedding management, this package can be booked at any time in your planning process, but at least 6 out is preferred.

      Communication: monthly planning calls + unlimited email correspondence
      Organization: customized shared document for every single detail
      Review: venue contract and guidelines
      Venue: final walk-through
      Vendor team: recommendations and assistance researching, booking, and communicating with vendors
      Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
      Printed materials: determine signage and other needs and assist as needed
      Event design and rental planning
      Time on-site: rehearsal, and unlimited time on-site for wedding day!

      Who it’s for: the couple who wants to be hands-on during planning, or has already completed some of the planning themselves. In the very honest words of one of our favorite brides, this package is also for “…the A-type who loves Pinterest, but needs a pro to reign them in.”

      Starting at $5,500

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      partial service planning

      planning support, your way

      Also known as wedding management, this package can be booked at any time in your planning process, but at least 6 out is preferred.

      Communication: monthly planning calls + unlimited email correspondence
      Organization: customized shared document for every single detail
      Review: venue contract and guidelines
      Venue: final walk-through
      Vendor team: recommendations and assistance researching, booking, and communicating with vendors
      Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
      Printed materials: determine signage and other needs and assist as needed
      Event design and rental planning
      Time on-site: rehearsal, and unlimited time on-site for wedding day!

      Who it’s for: the couple who wants to be hands-on during planning, or has already completed some of the planning themselves. In the very honest words of one of our favorite brides, this package is also for “…the A-type who loves Pinterest, but needs a pro to reign them in.”

      Starting at $5,500

      coordination only

      wedding day wingwoman

      Coordination can be booked just 1 month in advance, but ideally 3-6 months to get the most out of our services

      Communication: we’ll have an intro/game plan call, a follow-up call focused on vendor team and timeline, and our final call for details, personal items, and anything else you need in the last weeks
      Organization: customized shared document where you can plan, and we can view, every detail
      Venue: final walk-through
      Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
      Personal items and rentals: management, setup, and breakdown
      Recommendations: for anything, anytime
      Vendor team: communication with all vendors to ensure the plans you’ve made are understood and executed flawlessly on wedding day

      Who it’s for: the couple who is excited about planning the details themselves, but wants a pro to take EVERYTHING off their plate on wedding day. 

      Starting at $3,200

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      GC Connections, Colorado Wedding Planner, bride with mother hugging

      coordination only

      wedding day wingwoman

      Coordination can be booked just 1 month in advance, but ideally 3-6 months to get the most out of our services

      Communication: we’ll have an intro/game plan call, a follow-up call focused on vendor team and timeline, and our final call for details, personal items, and anything else you need in the last weeks
      Organization: customized shared document where you can plan, and we can view, every detail
      Venue: final walk-through
      Timeline: to keep us on track, manage vendors, and ensure we create the perfect atmosphere, energy, and flow of your wedding day
      Personal items and rentals: management, setup, and breakdown
      Recommendations: for anything, anytime
      Vendor team: communication with all vendors to ensure the plans you’ve made are understood and executed flawlessly on wedding day

      Who it’s for: the couple who is excited about planning the details themselves, but wants a pro to take EVERYTHING off their plate on wedding day. 

      Starting at $3,200

      à la carte services

      Rehearsal Dinner Coordination

      Welcome Party Coordination

      Farewell Brunch Coordination

      Bachelor/bachelorette/pre-wedding parties

      Weekend/vacation activities planning – available in Grand County only

      *Prices vary

      Don’t see what wedding planning services you’re looking for?

      A wedding coordination package can be customized just for you. 

      GC Connections requires a 50% deposit to secure your date.
      An additional travel and accommodation fee may be added to events 90+ miles from Winter Park, Colorado
      An assistant is required for weddings with two+ locations, parties larger than 120 guests, or extensive set-up/rentals/decor

      Contact us or inquire about availability and additional package information.

      looking for an assistant?

      Available to professional wedding planners only

      If you are a wedding planner in need of an assistant for the day or weekend, this is for you. I have worked alongside professional wedding planners, caterers, and venue managers who were in need of a personable and organized assistant. Hand me a timeline and show me the space, and I’ll deliver for you and your clients. I love learning from the amazing professionals in our industry.

      Inquire for flexible pricing.

      “Sam was truly the reason I was able to enjoy my Wedding Day. She did EVERYTHING for me, took all the stress off my plate!!! Not only did she gain a client, but a forever friend from my husband and I”

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