Testimonials

Ruth helped us plan our wedding with the 'On the Day Services' and our day just wouldn't have been the same without her. Ruth has so many amazing ideas which just adds that extra special touch to the day. Ruth is so professional, friendly and a fantastic wedding planner.

 

Ruth took away all the stress before the wedding and I had total peace of mind that everything was organised and would run smoothly on the day. Ruth is always on hand and everytime I spoke to her before the wedding was a total breath of fresh air and always put a smile on my face.

My advice to anyone getting married in the future is to definitely get in touch with Ruth at Finesse Planning. We are both so grateful to Ruth for everything she done for us, it was such a pleasure working with her and she will always remain a true friend of ours.

Thank you Ruth for everything, we had such an amazing day thanks to you, you are a total star!

Claire & Mike Jones - Tewkesbury - 2010

We originally booked the 'on the day' service with Ruth because we were having our reception in an non conventional venue and we were impressed with Ruth's experience. From the beginning we felt at ease with Ruth and she handled everything with skill and diplomacy (a great skill when it comes to the emotional mine field that is a wedding!!!).

 

She proved completely invaluable when our reception venue was cancelled five days before the wedding, managing to organise a second venue incorporating all of our original ideas. We had the best day of our lives and this was largely thanks to the knowledge that Ruth was working 'behind the scenes' to ensure the day ran smoothly. We did not have to think about the details (and I had a very relaxed mother!!!!) and were able just to enjoy ourselves knowing that we, and our guests, were well looked after. I would not hesitate to recommend Ruth to anyone planning a wedding - it is worth every penny!!!! Thank you again Ruth.

Kelly & Pete Tidmarsh - Gloucester - 2009

Nina Furness (my dress designer) mentioned Ruth Hunter's name to me several times when I saw her for my various fittings and I always thought having a planner was a great idea. Months elapsed before I bumped into Ruth at a wedding fair. From that moment on my life became far far easier.....

Professional wedding planner isn't really a title I would use for Ruth....she is just so much more than that. Utterly reliable, creative, a person for whom only the best will do. Nothing is too much trouble.

During the many times when I couldn't see the 'wood for the trees', Ruth would provide a simple, clear and calm direction or solution. I quickly came to learn that Ruth could efficiently gauge/second-guess exactly what her clients required of her and just deal with problems.

Ruth calmly steered Richard and I and both families through the wedding planning, problems and organisation and both Richard and I knew that all would be absolutely fine as Ruth was at the helm.

In her dealings with our events teams, caterers, families, musicians, wedding party members and guests, Ruth was utterly professional (which was often commented upon by others).

Ruth's service to her clients extends beyond normal client relationships. Ruth could be contacted at all times, was responsive and reactive to any problem, was incredibly hard-working day and night and was happy to help any members of my family or wedding party with any problem.

Ruth's service is a complete package, she cares about each and every wedding, each one is a reflection of her time and effort and she takes exceptional pride in her service knowing that everything reflects back to Finesse Planning.

I would recommend Finesse Planning over and over again to any bride wondering about employing a professional planner. I don't know of many professional planners who can readily repair the hem of a bride's dress in the middle of a reception, develop photographs at the venue to be given as gifts at the reception or who have a full makeup bag ready with anything a woman could want!!

Finesse Planning made life so much easier. I can't thank you enough Ruth.

Hannah and Richard Strudwick - Cheltenham - 2009

I wanted to say a huge thank you for your help at our wedding, I said all along you would be worth it and you where worth it and more. The first thing my mum and mother-in-law said the next morning was how you made the day run so smoothly and did a brilliant job.

 

I didn't worry once about anything, you were always on hand with your box of tricks to help, you dealt with any problems without us even knowing and supported everyone on the day for which we are very grateful.

 

You helped make the day, the best day of my life. You are amazing and both Nev and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I hope we remain friends for years to come and we will be recommending you to anyone getting married.

Joanne and Neville Mills - Tetbury - 2009

Ruth was engaged halfway through the wedding arrangements when most of the key elements were booked, which cannot have been as easy for her as starting from scratch would have been. Our daughter had a very clear idea of what she wanted for her wedding day, that is to say a classically English wedding in a beautiful Regency setting. However, as there were a large number of guests and quite a few different and challenging elements to the celebrations, Ruth stepped in and, undaunted, co-ordinated all the elements, with relish. It was good to be able to hand over the reins myself at this point.

I can highly recommed her services as her attention to detail equalled that of my own (which, I admit, is exacting.) I could relax in the knowledge that high standards were a priority for her.

Ruth was unfazed by the various challenges that were presented to her, as they occurred, and nothing was too much trouble for her to tackle. She had a calm systematic approach and best of all was there on the day, with a firm hand on the tiller, right through from helping the bride to get ready (and even making sure that she ate lunch) to being almost the last to leave after the bride and groom and all the guests had departed.

A masterstroke was Ruth's suggestion of having Pimms with ice cream (from an ice cream cart) instead of canapes, during the photographs. The guests loved it.

The finale to the day was the release of wishing lanterns over Pittville Park, again masterminded by Ruth. The guests were in raptures.

A truly wonderful wedding was had by all, in a gorgeous setting, and everything was just as perfect as it could have been (even the weather!)

Thank you Ruth.

Jenny Edwards - Mother of the Bride - Cheltenham - 2009

We would just like to say what a fantastic day Emma and I had and to thank you for all the work you have put into making our wedding day so special. Especially in trying to sort out our playlist!

 

The service you have given us has been excellent and we will certainly recommend you to our friends. We felt you handled everything that arose excellently and had complete faith in you to sort things out.

Luke and Emma Barnes - Tetbury - 2009

One thing is for certain when it comes to planning a wedding nothing is more valuable than a recommendation and I would like to recommend Ruth to any bride to be. Having gone through the whole wedding planning process I wanted to make sure that on the day everything was executed to the degree I had envisaged and hoped for. Ruth went above and beyond what was required and for that I am very thankful as nothing is more special than your wedding day.

Ruth is very professional, confident, skilful and generous. It was a real joy to see everything come together and co-ordinated in such a way that everyone had an amazing day. Ruth dealt with last minute changes, delays with guests, mishaps here and there, and generally displayed an amazing and confident attitude throughout. I would recommend Ruth and Finesse Planning to anyone who wants to enjoy their big day and to be rest assured that all is taken care of by a reliable and experienced wedding manager. A very satisfied client!

Sabrina and Mohammed Ullah - Cardiff - 2009

Ben and I wanted to write to you to thank you so much for all your help on our wedding day. Your help was invaluable, and I know that the day would have not have been so special or organised without you!

 

From the very beginning of the planning you were thorough, professional and reassuring. Ben and I found discussing plans for the wedding with someone very experienced was helpful and your suggestions were a great asset. During the day it was extremely helpful to have someone independent and who would be able to be relied upon to sort out any problems, and ensure our ideas for our wedding day were represented.

 I now strongly feel that a wedding planner is an invaluable investment in any wedding, and I would give any bride-to-be this advice.

Gemma & Ben Jelley - Cardiff - 2009

I can honestly say it was a genuine pleasure working with you Ruth and I will have no hesitation in recommending you to all my couples. I very much hope we have the opportunity of working together again in the future.

Sarah Learney - Wedding & Special Events Co-ordinator - St David's Hotel & Spa - 2009

Well where do we start! So firstly we would just like to say a huge thank you for your valued, friendly, professional manner and service you conducted at our wedding.

You were wonderful taking all the stresses and worries out of our special day. We all felt so relaxed just knowing you were on hand to sort any problem that may arise. Thankfully the day was perfect in every way without any hitches (at least not that we were aware of!).

We have had so many friends/family comment on the wonderful dramatic look you managed to create with the table displays. Again thank you for following all the fine details we left you with to complete the look.

So without repeating myself, thank you again Ruth for everything, not only did you feel like a friend on the day you were also extremely professional in every manner. I must not forget to thank you for even being on hand with tissues for Alex on his emotional moments!

We will definately recommend you to everyone.

Ashlyn and Alex Thomson-Bennett - Evesham - 2009

Many thanks for the photos you sent us , they are the most professional ones we have to date, they show that you have a real eye for detail and a flair for capturing the spirit of the day.

Aside from the photos we want to thank you for the advice and support that you gave Gemma and Ben before the wedding and all your hard work on the day. Its thanks to you that the day was a special as it was and that we were all free to enjoy it without worrying about things going wrong ( like the chair covers at the hotel ! ).

As a first time "Mother of the Bride" the idea of having a wedding planner was a revelation , however I would now say it was a neccesity , and if you ever need a reference , let me know!!.

Diane Rogers (Mother of the Bride) - Cardiff - 2009

Ben and I just wanted to write to say a heartfelt "thank you" for your "There On Your Day" service at our wedding at The Orangery in Margam Country Park on 18 April 2009.

I don't think we realised the full extent to which you helped our day go so well (we were aware of a huge number of things that you had so smoothly taken care of for us, but didn't realise that there had been so many more!) until after the wedding when our family kept telling us exactly what you'd been doing (my Dad is still singing your praises for going out and getting the right extension leads for the computer so that we could play our music during the wedding breakfast)!

Needless to say, we are extremely grateful, but not surprised that you had managed to solve so many hiccups on the day - your calm demeanor from our first meeting until the end of our wedding day also helped us to enjoy not only the wedding day but also the approach to the wedding day, as we knew that we could count on you if there were any problems.

The professionalism, efficiency and flexibility that you showed on the day, regarding everything from dealing with the surprise last minute "to do" list that I had compiled the night before (again, sorry for that!) and taking everything we needed for the day to the venue to helping the flowergirl use the bubble gun and curling the Groom's mother's hair, were priceless, and we will be letting all of our friends (and any other future brides and grooms we encounter) know how much you helped!

Caroline and Ben Saul - Port Talbot - 2009

We would both like to thank you very much for your help in organising our daughters wedding on the 5th April 2009 at Dumbleton Hall.

We did not have to think about any of the arrangements on the day which allowed us to enjoy every second from the moment we arrived at the venue. I can only imagine how stressful it could have been had you not been there. Your professionalism and confidence ensured that every detail was perfect.

You took control from the start ensuring all the flowers and button holes went to the right people, the hairdresser, make up, and photographers were all in the right place at the right time and that the complicated table layout was exactly as we wanted it,

The comments from people when they went into the Oak Room was an astounding “WOW” your attention to detail in the table layouts made sure it was exactly as we all had planned it.

We would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who is planning a wedding in the future and can only say the earlier they get you involved the less stressful the event will be for them.

You were very confident and professional before and on the wedding day and you instilled a calm atmosphere to the formalities.We would just like to thank you once again for your part in what was for us a truly fantastic day.

Jackie & Nick Thomson (Parents of Bride) - Evesham - 2009

It is a few months later and we are still looking at the photographs everyday!. It was such a wonderful event that went without a hitch. This was all down to you! You put me at ease the moment I met you and nothing was too much trouble. The quality of your care and support was excellent. Thank you Ruth for your help, calming influence, professionalism and friendship. I will definately be recommending you to any future brides to be.

Thanks again!

Faye & Mikedewhurst - Cheltenham - 2008

Brian and I would like to say a BIG 'thank you' for your help in making Faye and Mike's wedding such a success.

 

Everyone mentioned the lovely atmosphere at this wedding and it was very evident throughout the day and during the evening reception. It all ran like clockwork. The day was so full of love and happiness and the messages we have been receiving since all say the same.

 

Thank you, again. When daughter No. 1 starts her planning, we'll be in touch!

Rita Baker (Mother of the Bride) - Cheltenham - 2008

"We wanted to say the biggest thank you for everything you did on 3rd August. Without you so many things could have been, let's say, questionable. It was so lovely just to be able to concentrate on enjoying ourselves. I am bigging you up wherever I go!

We've had a chance to catch up with some of our guests since we've been back and they've all mentioned how fab you were handing out tissues that nobody thought they would need!

It was also lovely that you hit it off so well with Di McDonald and Sarah. It made for a really great atmosphere in the morning. I hope you get to work with them again - you all make a great team!"

Diane & Paul Bodilly - Tetbury - 2008

"You made our day a beautiful success. So many of our friends have commented on what a wonderfully happy wedding it was – one of the best they’d ever been to. We were so happy and relaxed and it was all because of you! Your experience and ideas made such a huge difference to the planning– we didn’t even know where to start. You were so intuitive about what we wanted to achieve– and then you found innovative ways to make it all happen and stick within our budget.

We really can’t express how grateful we are for all that you did – you made us feel so important and you made our wedding day so special – we have already started recommending you to all our friends. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much!"

Edith & Ben Johnson - Cheltenham - 2008

I am just writing to say the biggest thank you. I really put everyone to the test when I needed to plan my wedding in only 10 weeks from start to fininsh. Just to make things more difficult, I wanted two ceremonies, a civil & a pagean hand fastening. Due to my cancer we needed to rush things so I thought I was gonna have to let go of my dream wedding and just make do with whatever we could put together in such a short time. But thanks to your help we got the wedding of our dreams and much more! Once we had organised the civil ceremony in the summer house, I was still hoping we could find a way to have our hand fastening done under a tree, but we needed a wizardry celebrant to conduct this services.... you found me one with just over a week to go.

In the crazy days before the wedding I was in such a muddle about what needed to be done (never having planned a wedding before), you kept in touch with me nearly everyday, reminding me of things I need to get on with.

On the actual day of the wedding, so much would have gone wrong without your help, you went beyond the bounds of your duties I'm sure. You gave me such a confidence boost on the morning, then you went to the venue and sorted all the men out, because just like men they had been paying no attention as to what they might have to do on the day whilst things were being planned, but you were there on the day to make sure they did what was expected of them.

The biggest thank you of all is for the time you took to help me do all this, there is no way I would have had such a beautiful wedding without your help. At the start I had no idea what to do...then you came to the rescue. I am so glad I found you.

Thank you so much for everything,,,infact there just aren't enough thank you's. We are eternally greatful and I will reccomend your services to everyone who I think might need them. Thanks again and take care Lots of love from 2 very happy customers.

Emma & Symon Davies - Bedford - 2008

Thank you so much for being our wedding planner. You made the whole experience as stress free and enjoyable as possible and I know that I wouldn’t have been able to get through it without you.

 

So many people have commented on how enjoyable the whole day was and I know that a big part of that was down to the work that you did and the amount of effort you put in. You were great and kept me sane (and in line!) when I started to stray!

 

Thanks again – You’re a star!

Kate & Alan Pellant - Stonehouse - 2008

“As you know we didn't want a big wedding with it being second time around for both of us and we didn't have a clue where to start. Everyone said what a wonderfully relaxed and intimate wedding it was which is exactly what we wanted. Thank you for helping us."

Marie Louise & Brian Hunter - Cheltenham - 2007

“ I can't thank you enough for everything you did to make our wedding go smoothly on the 5th. Anything that could go wrong did - people can't believe it when I tell them, the venue laid out our table plan back to front, and then tried to play the wrong music for my entrance… not only did you fix all of the problems but you were totally calm about all of it (I didn't even know about the seating layout issue until someone else told me after we got back from our honeymoon) and that made a huge difference to me on the day. It could have been a disaster, but I had the best day of my life knowing that I had someone as capable as you making sure it went smoothly. Thank you so much for everything.”

Charlotte & David Leigh - London - 2006