Maybe you think that employing the expertise of a wedding planner is an indulgence of wealth and celebrity. Today, nothing could possibly be more incorrect. If you are recently engaged, or are even just a month away from your wedding, and urgently need some assistance, here is a shrewd, intelligent and helpful guide to finding that special somebody who will enable you to get down the aisle to your significant other with style.

These are the crucial, quick bullet points that you need straight away: do they have a range of planning options, for how long have they been operating, how much do they charge, do they set up coveted appointments, do they charge extra for rehearsals, how quickly do they reply to communications, do they make you feel like you are their only client, do you like their style and manner, do you hit it off with them?

An outstanding wedding planner can be a real life saver. Do you really wish to be left standing right there in your gown wondering if the cake arrived safety or whether the wedding entertainer is double booked?

An effective wedding planner will no doubt have a massive suitcase packed with pretty much all sorts of things to ward off broken nails, hangovers, dress tragedies and annoying relatives. They'll come up with an umbrella if a gale blows in. They'll conjure up heaters if a cold snap arrives. In reality they'll make your special day really extraordinary.

To uncover a superb wedding planner, look at wedding blogs, ask friends, ask at event venues , check out online guides, check out wedding magazine websites.

If you keep on hearing the exact same names again and again those are the "go-to" folks.

Good luck with the planning!