Today we’d like to introduce you to Danielle Cartwright.
So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Well, even though it may be unbelievable I have always known I wanted to be a wedding planner. As a little girl, I would sketch wedding flowers, cut wedding images out of magazines while creating my very first inspiration boards & instead of playing house with my best friend, we dressed up as bridesmaids and brides helping each other down the aisle while entertaining our room full of furry wedding guests. 🙂
I always felt a connection to the arts and designing. I took fashion design classes throughout high school, loved sketching & often found myself inspired by textures and nature.
Upon graduating college, I accepted a job at a Hilton property working as an event sales manager and venue coordinator for three years. During my time at this property, I oversaw a wide variety of events, as well as interned with local Atlanta wedding planners & other venues on the weekends to learn even more about the wedding industry.
I quickly realized my calling was to start my own business and take on my own clients.
I started Detailed I Do’s in 2014, and have enjoyed the thrill of witnessing our growth every since.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
I think starting a business is an obstacle and challenge in itself. It’s really scary taking the leap from a full-time job that provides financial security to something you aren’t sure will succeed. I didn’t take the smart route, I didn’t have any savings built up or a fancy business plan. I jumped in and learned tough lessons as I excelled, which I wouldn’t change!
My biggest goal before starting my business was to one day have a team of dynamic girl bosses who not only felt like family to me but feel like friends and supporters to our clients. But this proved to be a tough feat. It took years to form a strong, spirited crew. But I feel so blessed to have such a sweet squad now! Our clients love our Detailed I Do’s team. I feel like they witness our energy at each event and know they are surrounded by love not just by their families but by us as well!
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about Detailed I Do’s – what should we know?
Detailed I Do’s is one of the leading luxury Atlanta wedding planning teams specializing in styling, planning & design. As an Atlanta wedding planning firm, we are a resource for couples that desire a charming and exquisitely memorable event. We create unforgettable moments by infusing each celebration with superior service, careful attention to detail & creativity.
The Detailed I Do’s team specializes in full-service wedding planning and is committed to helping creative couples by providing a seamless experience from the moment we meet to the arrival of your wedding day. We work meticulously to create custom mood boards, logistical plans, and a top-notch vendor team for each event we take on.
We believe that our attention to detail sets us apart in the industry… hence the name! We also love taking a collaborative approach when it comes to design while also coming up with amazing, out of the box ideas that our couples have not seen or experienced before. We strive to create trend forward plans and aesthetics.
Do you recommend any apps, books or podcasts that have been helpful to you?
Our team and our clients love our online planning software, Aisleplanner!
Once a couple books with us they have immediate access to our planning program.
It allows us to track the planning progress, easily track budget. Create a wedding day timeline together and organize any wedding related information in a collective way!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.detailedidos.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detailedidos/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/detailedidos/
- Other: https://www.pinterest.com/detailedidos/
Image Credit:
Michelle Scott Photography, Hannah Forsberg, Carrie Joy Photography, Diana Lupu Photography, Sowing Clover Photography
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