If you’re not sure where to begin planning your wedding, let Lulu & Mayme Weddings and Events help you!
To begin by saying Lindsey and Meghan, of Lulu & Mayme, are two cool chicks, is an understatement. With 11+ years of experience and an uncanny eye for design, these two powerhouse ladies are taking the Middle Tennessee wedding industry by storm. Martha Stewart Weddings even published one of Lindsey’s pre Lulu & Mayme weddings in their spring issue!
Lindsey Campbell (Lulu) and Meghan Smith (Mayme) love coffee, books, the beach, their hubbies and babies, and all things pretty. Each with their own beautifully unique sense of style, they mesh together perfectly to make every wedding the couple’s day of a lifetime.
With a break between weddings, they answered some questions for me. Enjoy their responses below.
How did you find a career in planning weddings?
Lindsey ~ Before I went to college I planned Paintball Tournaments for the World Paintball Federation (insert giggle)…but that’s when I discovered my love for planning things- I then decided to go to college for Public Relations. I really loved learning the process and reasons behind working for people and to create things people loved and wanted to be involved in. My first job outside of college was a wedding planner at The Country Music Hall of Fame. I did so many kinds of weddings and it really showed me how much I loved them. I steered my ship in that direction and haven’t look backed since. That was 11 years ago.
Meghan ~ I stay at home with my daughter but wanted/needed something for me. Lindsey and I are best friends and last year she asked me to join in on what’s been a ten year wedding career for her. We work well and have fun together, we love to go after tasks as a team. I love people, organizing, and details. So a career in planning seemed like a natural fit for me.
What’s your favorite thing about being in the wedding industry?
Meghan ~ I love meeting people in all different walks of life, both the couples we serve and other vendors we work alongside. Knowing a person’s story and understanding how they got to where they are is very fulfilling. Getting to contribute and share in a couple’s monumental day, that’s pretty great too!
If you could live in any city in the whole world, where would it be?
Lindsey ~ I would not necessarily live in a specific city but a location. I would totally live at the beach and be a wedding planner there. Beach weddings are so dreamy and fun!
Meghan ~ I have told my husband Jacob that if we ever win the lottery, I’ll live in New York City at least three months out of the year.
What’s your biggest inspiration?
Lindsey ~ There are so many great wedding planners out there but Fete in New York City was one of the first planners I learned about and wanted to be like. Outside of them, I get inspiration from everywhere. I love blogs, magazines and Pinterest (of course)!
Meghan ~ Personally and Professionally, the example I’ve had in my mother Cyndi has provided a ton of inspiration. She works hard, she is not above any task, she serves selflessly, and she can take nothing and make it into something. Also, she has impeccable taste.
What do you do to relax?
Lindsey ~ I read. I love a good book.
Meghan ~ I run to de-stress and watch tv to unwind. I love Greys Anatomy and The Bachelor.
How do you take your coffee?
Lindsey ~ Cream and equal. Pretty simple.
Meghan ~ I take it with stevia and Cinnabon Creamer.
What are some things you have been able to do for your brides?
Lindsey ~ Over the years I have done so many things. Picking up breakfast. Or sitting with them and talking about random things before they walk down the aisle when they are nervous. I have counseled couples with my husband for premarital counseling. Prayed with them and for them through the process. I try my hardest to be one of the closest confidants so that they know they have someone who will always go to bat for them.
What are some advantages of hiring a wedding planner?
Lindsey ~ We can handle anything so you don’t have to handle anything. We are the checklist, organizers, get it done gals, bouncers, mediators, best friends and the ones who will look after your day with the utmost care. We are so totally worth it.
Meghan ~ Planners are a wealth of resources: We know “what comes next” throughout the process and can tell you how to best manage your time. We can make recommendations for vendors (who to get and who to avoid). We’ve seen it all and will guide you according to all the experiences we’ve had in the past.
What is the best part of your job?
Lindsey ~ Making new life long friends. Several of my brides just had babies and sending baby shower gifts off to them is so awesome. I truly love each and everyone of them.
Meghan ~ It’s awesome when we relieve a couple or family of the large amount of pressure around the planning and executing of a wedding celebration. When we hear, “I feel so much better!” I feel like I’ve done my job. Also, getting to enjoy the fruits of the labor and watch the client ENJOY their day-so great!
When should I hire a planner?
Lindsey ~ Now, later, whenever you start to feel pressure or if you never want to experience it. The choice is yours- we will support you no matter where you are in the process.
Meghan ~ if you’re dreading, your joy is sucked dry… if you don’t know what to do next, if you can’t let go and have fun…hire someone, it’s worth it!
Randi & Ron’s Wedding Photos by Here Together | Venue ~ Meadow Hill Farm | Flowers ~ Memory of Elegance Caterer ~ Alex Belew Catering | Hair and Makeup ~ The Beehive Hair Salon
Wedding Planner ~ Lulu & Mayme Weddings and Events
Contact Lindsey and Meghan at LuluAndMayme@gmail.com!