Wedding planning and coordination for couples who want to stress less and love more!
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Wedding Planning
Have you planned a wedding recently? How are you supposed to know where to start? Society says you’re supposed to know everything, but we say don’t put that pressure on yo’self.
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Wedding Coordination
These packages are designed to cover everything and anything on the day of your wedding. Whether that starts by picking up and dropping off hot coffee, or meeting all your suppliers at the venue and helping set up; we got your back and your front, actually.
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Professional Master of Fun
Having a professional MC for your wedding reception is key to ensuring the event flows seamlessly and on time.
About Us!
Hire a Bridesmaid was born from trust and friendship, and we take our job as “your professional bestie” verrrrrrrry seriously.
Just like your bestie, we promise to look out for you, tell you how it is, be there for you, put you first, hold your dress while you pee and hold your hair if you…..you know…
Unlike your bestie however, we will not eat from your plate, use your deodorant without asking, or yell embarrassing things out in public.
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- Susan White
Kerstyn ROCKS, she had every little detail covered at Vanessa + Francis wedding including wedding day coordination, ceremony and reception MC. Their day went seamlessly, making my photography taking a breeze with the help of Kerstyn's coordination and professional friendly attitude. Kerstyn is the ideal wedding professional for your wedding day.
- Kristin Munro We had Kerstyn as our wedding MC in December of last year, and she was absolutely fantastic. She brought a mood of lightness and fun to our reception, and juggled events and vendors professionally and effortlessly. We are very grateful to have had her as part of our special day, and would certainly recommend her to others. Thank you again Kerstyn!
- Meaghan Jennifer Kerstyn is exceptional full stop! Kerstyn just illuminates, you’ll know what I mean when you meet her. It’s the kinda sparkle you need at your wedding day! A natural problem solver and so knowledgeable. She goes above and beyond, we couldn’t recommend her more! Kerstyn is one wedding planning decision you’ll never regret.
- Sam McDermott Kerstyn was an integral part of creating an incredible wedding day for us. She's like the swiss-army-knife of wedding coordination, with her ability to multitask and just do exactly what needs to be done at the exact right moment. Her run-sheet preparation was meticulous; her communication and collaboration with other suppliers exceptional; her professionalism, organisation, and attention to detail second to none; and her warmth and enthusiasm so genuine. She's an honorary member of the family now, thanks so much Kerstyn for being part of our special day xoxo
- Kirstin Beveridge As a wedding supplier (band), we found Kerstyn to be an amazing coordinator/MC. She's organised, professional, bubbly, bright and full of sunshine! We had a great time working with her and can't wait to do it again.
- Alison Palmer Kerstyn is such an amazing human to work with! She is so passionate about her work and always had suggestions for anything that came up. She had everything under control from the get go and my wedding day as well as the lead up would not have run so smoothly without her! #professionalbestie
The Blog
Insights into the secret life of Hire a Bridesmaid, and tips and tricks we’ve learnt along the way.
Why Weddings Cost Money (and Why It’s Worth It)
“It’s because of the word ‘wedding’!”
If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard that, I could probably fund an entire wedding! But here’s the thing: while the word wedding does influence pricing, it’s not because vendors are slapping on extra costs just for fun. Weddings cost more because the stakes are so much higher. Let’s dive into why that’s true and why it’s actually a good thing for your big day.
Wedding Day Freak-Out? A Celebrant’s Guide to Conquering Nerves
I'm an experienced marriage celebrant and I'll never forget the time I was about to start Steve* and Jodi's* ceremony, and I popped into the room where they were waiting separately. Steve was pacing like a caged tiger, muttering about how he might faint. Jodi was...
How to Make Your Wedding Ceremony Hilarious (and Still Meaningful)
Picture this: I'm standing at the altar (or, you know, that lovely spot under the gum trees where you've chosen to tie the knot), and you're reciting your vows. You're talking about how your partner always steals the doona, how they laugh like a kookaburra with a sore...