Let's just jump right in, shall we?
As a bride, you come to Revelry Alliance to help in your search for wedding vendors for your big day. We currently operate in the Chicago market area, so your wedding will be taking place in the city or nearby suburbs (although, some of our vendors are willing to travel!) Our mission is to match you with the best vendors who are also the best fit for what YOU desire.
Step One: Create an Account
When you create an account with RA, you'll be asked for some basic info to get started. Just the usual name, email, phone number type stuff. This will generate your membership, sending you an email to complete your registration and log in for the first time / create your password. Once you're logged in, you'll be able to view our vendor partners and start creating your profile.
Step Two: Complete Your Profile
Your profile is the most important part of your membership with RA. You'll be prompted to complete it once you sign in for the first time.
The profile is an in-depth questionnaire that covers many facets of your big day, from the basics (like size, budget, date, etc.) to your style / vision. You'll also be asked information about components you've already determined (such as venue or catering or other vendors). Finally, we ask a few questions about you and your groom - what are your tastes, how did you meet, etc.
Only a handful of questions on the profile are mandatory. However, it benefits you to be as thorough as possible. Even if you already have a caterer picked out, for example, we still want to know about your food tastes. Believe it or not, this helps our other vendors understand your vision and personality, allowing them to better customize proposals for you.
Step Three: Request Proposals
Once your profile is complete, you're ready to request proposals from the vendor categories you're looking for. On your dashboard (on the site), you'll find links to create proposal requests. You can select the specific vendor type (i.e., caterer), and then complete the short form. The form will include a few questions specific to that vendor type (i.e., dietary restrictions) and also the opportunity for you to select specific vendors that you want a proposal from (This is optional! If you do not select any specific vendors, we will match you with the best fitting vendor for your needs, budget, vision, etc.)
Step Four: Receive Proposals from Vendors
Once you're proposal requests are processed, we match you with vendors that will begin working on proposals for you. Vendors may reach out to you through our messaging system on the site, or via phone or email. You'll have the opportunity to interact with the vendors you've been matched with, provide them with additional information, schedule tastings or in-person meetings (if you so choose), etc.
Your vendors will then upload proposals through the site for your review. You'll receive notification when this occurs. You'll be able to log back in and download the proposals. You can then request changes to the proposals form the vendors as necessary.
Step Five: Accept a Proposal and Pay Your Deposit
When you've come to an agreement with a vendor and are ready to accept their proposal, you can do so through the site. At this time, you'll pay your deposit for the vendor through the site as well - via PayPal - and receive confirmation / a receipt.
Once you've paid your deposit, you and your vendor will work together up until your wedding day to coordinate as necessary!
All in all, we aim to keep our process as straightforward and user-friendly as possible. If you're a new bride (or groom!) to our site and have more questions, please don't hesitate to contact us directly at info@revelryalliance.com - we're here to help!
Happy Planning!
