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About vendors, that is. Here's the tea on tipping, hiring mistakes to avoid, and so much more. [The Knot]( Ideas & Advice [Editor's Edition] We're answering the vendor Q's you didn't even know you had We know you've already found the one, but we're willing to bet you'll fall for another during the wedding planning process. It may be the caterer who nails your mini taco appetizers or the florist who brings your Bridgerton vision to life, but trust us— [a vendor (or two, or three)]( going to have your heart by the time you say "I do." With so many options out there, though, narrowing down the best of the best can feel, well, basically impossible. Then, once you've curated the perfect team, you'll have emails to reply to, Pinterest boards to share, contracts to sign, and tip envelopes to stuff. If your head is spinning, take a deep breath. No, seriously, chill out bestie. We got this! We're breaking down everything you really need to know about working with wedding vendors…and how to have fun doing it. [Sarah Hanlon]( Sarah Hanlon Associate Editor, The Knot Let's talk about the good stuff. [10 mistakes to NEVER make when hiring vendors]( 10 mistakes to NEVER make when hiring vendors If you haven't hired all of your vendors yet, don't make a single move. It's not as simple as finding an aesthetically pleasing IG feed and signing the contract. There are some common mistakes couples make, like only looking at the cheapest quotes or feeling pressured to hire someone solely because your MIL found them on Facebook. Don't sweat it—we'll help you [avoid these faux pas at all costs](. [Do you *really* need a wedding planner?]( Do you *really* need a wedding planner? Turns out, weddings are expensive. ("Tell me something I don’t know,"—you right now, probs.) There are great budget hacks out there, but there are also some things we just won’t let you skimp on, like [a great wedding planner](. Not only will they be [your go-to for help]( they'll make planning stress-free and enjoyable. And they'll be your wedding therapist. Yes, you'll want one. [OK, so how do you keep track of everyone?]( OK, so how do you keep track of everyone? Nothing will clog your phone quite like planning a wedding. It doesn't matter whether you're an "inbox 0" person or you've got no less than 150+ unread texts at all times. Once you've hired vendors, organized chaos will break out in the palm of your hand. So, how the heck do you keep track of everything? A handy-dandy vendor manager, ofc. Here's [how to make one](. Excel expertise not required. [Pos5-Article4-What's the deal with tipping?]( What's the deal with tipping? After the cake is cut and the sparklers have fizzled out, you'll probably want to [thank your vendors for being awesome](. Leaving stellar reviews and hyping them up on IG are always nice ways to express your gratitude, but let's be honest: Nothing beats cash. So…who gets a tip, and how much should you give? We share everything (including exact $ amounts) right here in this [vendor tip cheat sheet](. [Sponsored by The Florida Keys]( Sponsored by The Florida Keys & Key West What’s your honeymoon vibe? After months of wedding planning, it’s time to think about the honeymoon! Choosing the right spot depends on your personality and interests. Luckily, whether you’re into sightseeing, paddleboarding or relaxing on the beach, The Florida Keys have it all. To reveal your honeymoon vibe and which Keys to hit, [take our quiz](. The social scene [@TheKnot][[Add Alt Text]][Instagram]( We present: The best father-daughter dance ever We have a soft spot for father-daughter dances, but this one takes the [wedding] cake. Legend has it, this iconic duo still hasn't left the dance floor. Beyoncé would be proud. [See the routine]( [Pinterest]( [Facebook]( [TikTok]( [Instagram]( Wedding Date: 04.25.2023 | Wedding Location: [Where will it be?]( [Unsubscribe]( | [Change My Preferences]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [View as Webpage]( 2023 XO Group Inc. All Rights Reserved. 2 Wisconsin Cir. 3rd Floor, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815 [The Knot. MADE WITH LOVE](