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Timeline & logistics

Day-of coordinator vs DIY timeline

A day-of coordinator is worth it when you want someone else to own vendor arrivals, timeline slips, and family questions on the day. DIY works when you have a clear written timeline, a trusted point person, and vendors who do not need heavy wrangling. Either path fails without one shared run sheet.

What coordinators typically cover

Confirming vendors, managing the day-of schedule, placing items, and being the contact so you are not problem-solving in your wedding clothes. Ask what is included — titles vary by market.

When DIY is realistic

Smaller guest counts, simple venues, and a friend or family member who will actually hold the timeline. Give them authority and the same PDF every vendor has.

The handoff package

Timeline with buffers, vendor contacts, floor plan or seating, rain plan, and who decides if something slips. Both partners should agree the package before the rehearsal.

How Weduler helps

Build the day-of timeline in Weduler, keep it beside tasks and contacts, and export so a coordinator or DIY lead gets the same truth you planned together.

Write the run sheet before you decide who holds it

Create a shared day-of timeline with your partner — then hire or DIY with the same document.

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