Let's Talk Weddings
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -The Let's Talk Weddings Podcast aims to bring you useful hints, tips and tricks to help you plan the ultimate wedding. Brought to you by the wedding planners at The Wedding and Event Creators with over 10 years experience planning weddings, these episodes are filled to the brim with practical and useful advice for any type of wedding covering food, alcohol, weather, styling, timelines, DIY ideas, budget tips and much much more. Plus featuring some fantastic interviews with experts across a range of fields. Enjoy!
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6 Huge Benefits of Using Local Wedding Suppliers (Rebroadcast)
August 28, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBIn today's episode, we cover the huge benefits of why you should choose local wedding vendors. From saving money, venue knowledge, and the all-around good karma you get from choosing a local supplier. Enjoy the episode! Follow/Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about The Wedding & Event Creators HERE Instagram; @wedeventcreators Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/TheWeddingAndEventCreators
Wedding Trends - Receptions - Part 2
August 21, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode we discuss RECEPTION trends for upcoming weddings, what trends we are finding are on the rise & what have we flagged as becoming super popular at weddings to help give some ideas and those creative juices flowing for what you might like to incorporate in your special day too! be sure to check out our Part 1 which is the top ceremony trend.
Real wedding interview with bride Brianna - (Worrowing Venue)
August 14, 2022 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Find out more about The Wedding & Event Creators
Wedding Trends - Ceremonies - Part 1
August 07, 2022 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode we discuss top CEREMONY trends for upcoming weddings, what trends we are finding are on the rise & what have we flagged as becoming super popular at weddings to help give some ideas and those creative juices flowing for what you might like to incorporate in your special day too!
Real wedding interview with bride Sarah - (The Woods Farm venue)
August 01, 2022 03:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind-the-scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Find out more about The Wedding & Event Creators Here is a list ...
Real wedding interview with bride Sarah - (The Woods Farm venue)
August 01, 2022 03:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind-the-scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Find out more about The Wedding & Event Creators Here is a list ...
How to manage wedding overwhelm
August 24, 2021 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBWeddings can often be a stressful, new and overwhelming process for couples, in this episode we tackle some tips, ideas and ways you can manage your wedding to prevent wedding planning from overwhelm. I sit down for a chat with Yvette, director at Manage my Wedding to discuss how to best communicate as a couple during the planning journey, how to address well-meaning but sometimes meddling family members opinions and how to plan your wedding in a busy work/life world to ensure you don't ge...
How To Postpone Your Wedding
July 27, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.45 MBIf you are having to Postpone your Wedding then this episode is a must-listen. This short episode runs through some tips and ways to navigate the postponement of your wedding and has some useful takeaways to ensure the postponing is as smooth a process as possible. www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au Insta @wedeventcreators Facebook www.facebook.com/TheWeddingandEventCreators Pinterest; @wedeventcreator
Top 4 Ways to Vett your Wedding Vendors- Interview with Mary from Two Lovers
July 22, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBIn today's episode, we have a chat with Mary, CEO and founder of Two Lovers, Australia's premier wedding online marketplace to discuss the Top 4 Ways to Validate and Vett your Wedding Vendors. You can find Two Lovers at https://twolovers.com/
Real Wedding Interview with Bride Manon
June 22, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Find out more about The Wedding & Event Creators HERE You can fin...
Real Wedding Interview with Bride Ali
June 08, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Find out more about The Wedding & Event Creators HERE
Real Wedding Interview with Bride Holly
May 25, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. To read more about Hollys wedding and see pics visit our blog post...
Unique and meaningful bonbonniere ideas
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.54 MBIn today's episode we run through some guest favour ideas, some memorable, personal, handmade and super unique suggestions, enjoy! http://www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au/
Common mistakes made on wedding invitations
November 24, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBUnfortunately, mistakes do happen. But the good news is, they can be avoided if you know where to look. Suffice to say, you will have a lot on your mind which does take away the attention to the finer details like proofreading your invitation suite. In this episode, we sit down with Belinda from White Cherry Invitations to discuss this topic! You can visit White Cherry Invitations at this link https://whitecherryinvitations.com.au/ Find out more about us at www.weddingandeventcreators.co...
FAQ'S your guests will want to ask you about your wedding
November 10, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Belinda from White Cherry Invitations to discuss this topic! And just like any event, guests will need to know certain details to assist with their attendance. As soon as they receive your invitation, they will want to start planning. They will have questions they will need to know the direct answers too, such as the time of the ceremony and the actual date and location, but they will also have other questions that they will wonder about. You can visit Wh...
Tips for DIY alcohol and drinks at your wedding
October 27, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBEveryone knows that food and drink are two of the key elements to a killer wedding reception, and in today's episode we sit down for a chat with Jeff the owner of Bomaderry Super Cellars located on the south coast to discuss what alcohol to buy, how much to buy and lots of tips in between, for those couples DIY their own alcohol. Jeff can help our couples with assisting with alcohol quantity suggestions and so many fantastic packages and advice, you can find his website here https://www.bom...
How to plan an elopment or micro wedding
October 13, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn today's episode we are covering how to plan an elopement or micro wedding and I have brought in an expert in this area onto our episode to help explain all! The company Elope specialise in planning, styling and creating destination elopements and micro weddings. There is definitely a trend or increase of our couples choosing to elopement or have a mini or micro wedding, maybe you have had a friend, work colleague or family member do this, and even more so at the moment, as we are in the...
How to choose the Perfect Honeymoon Destination
September 29, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIts no surprise some couples look forward to the Honeymoon more then the wedding, especially if going somewhere exotic and special, along time with just the two of you after all of that wedding planning and a chance to continue the high of the wedding day. In today's episode, we will be talking about how to choose the perfect honeymoon destination, as I sit down with Peta from Travel Focus Group. You can find Petas business on this website travelfocusgroup.com
Breaking Traditions (Rebroadcast)
September 22, 2020 14:00 - 8 minutes - 3.75 MBThis episode was originally released on the 3rd of October 2018. You can take on board as many or as little traditions that you want, at the end of the day, we live in modern times and we have seen it all. Some couples choose to keep each and every one of the original wedding traditions from first dance, bridal party, bouquet and garter toss and so on. Whilst other couples maybe choose 1 or 2 that means a lot to them they want to keep and toss out the rest. In this podcast we discuss a ran...
Tips for planning an epic wedding proposal.
September 16, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIn today's episode, we are discussing how to plan an epic wedding proposal. We have been involved in a few proposals in the past and they are such a happy moment and such a surprise for the person who has been proposed to, lucky thing! I have brought in an expert on proposals to help navigate what to do, how to do it and how to make it unforgettable proposal, and that is the lovely Tania from My Proposal Co, a company dedicated to custom luxury marriage proposals. You can find Tanias fant...
Interview: Jo of Garnish Creative Catering (Rebroadcast)
September 08, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBThis episode was originally released on the 1st of August 2018. We sit down for a chat with the lovely Jo from Garnish Catering for all things catering! We discuss everything you need to know about organising a caterer, types of food service, the pros and cons of cocktail vs sit down and everything you need to consider when planning your wedding, food-wise! You can find Jo at her website: Garnish Creative Catering Garnish Creative Catering on Facebook: Facebook Garnish Creative Catering...
Wedding Day Timeline Tips /// Interview with Alana Taylor Photography
September 01, 2020 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode, I sit down for a chat with the super fun photographer Alana from Alana Taylor Photography! We will be chatting about wedding day timelines and going over some tips and ideas to ensure a smooth running and perfectly flowing wedding day. You can visit www.alanataylorphoto.com to reach out to the lovely Alana. Plus please remember to review the podcast and subscribe- thank you so much for your support! www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au Insta @wedeventcreators Facebook www....
5 Expert Tips for Planning your Wedding (Rebroadcast)
August 25, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 4.34 MBThis episode was originally released on the 4th of July 2018. The week before your wedding can be a stressful and busy time, suppliers are needing last-minute queries answered, the venue may be ringing to confirm your guest numbers, the family is arriving, things need to be picked up and dropped off and it’s all a little crazy! Check out our latest blog full of tips for your DIY wedding: 5 Expert Tips for Planning your Wedding
Choosing Your Engagement and Wedding Ring
August 18, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn today's episode, we will be chatting about sourcing the perfect antique engagement or wedding ring, how to curate your wedding day jewellery look and some ideas for sourcing bridesmaid gifts that they will adore. I sit down for an interview with Sara from Songbird Sara Antique Jewellery who sources antique diamond and estate jewellery for her couples. More and more couples are opting for individuality and sustainability in their jewellery purchases, choosing antique combines both a st...
The best digital tools to plan your wedding - Interview with Polka Dot Bride
August 04, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Dorothy, founder of Polka Dot Bride and all-around digital savvy lady to discuss the best digital tools and websites to plan your wedding. We discuss planning your wedding online and what sort of different digital tools, apps, websites there are to consider when planning your wedding along with discussing how you can go about live-streaming your special day. SHOW NOTES; You can find Polka Dot Bride at www.polkadotbride.com The live streaming blog post ref...
6 Huge Benefits of Using Local Wedding Suppliers
July 05, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBIn today's episode we cover the huge benefits of why you should choose local wedding vendors. From saving money, venue knowledge, and the all-round good karma you get from choosing a local supplier. Enjoy the episode! Follow/Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about The Wedding & Event Creators HERE Instagram; @wedeventcreators Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/TheWeddingAndEventCreators
8 Tips for Planning your Wedding on Pinterest
June 23, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode I discuss my 8 Tips for planning and styling your wedding on Pinterest. Who doesn't love Pinterest! Pinterest is an amazing tool to get creative by pinning images and curating boards to plan your wedding, and is the perfect platform to bring your wedding vibes to life visually. Enjoy! http://www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au/
5 Tips for a Flawless Cocktail Hour
June 16, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.04 MBI think cocktail hour or pre-dinner drinks time is the best part of a wedding day, the celebration is just starting, the ceremony is done and dusted, your guests are in a great mood socialising and getting their buzz on with champagne or cocktail. In this short episode, we run through 5 tips to create a flawless cocktail hour. Cheers x
Top Tips to Nail being a Wedding MC; Interview with Trevor from TJ Productions
June 09, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHaving a great MC will set the tone for the whole evening, ensuring everything flows and runs smoothly, timing doesn't get out of hand, all your suppliers are happy and informed, guests are having a great time and no awkward moments! An MC (or master of ceremonies) can be hired from a company or using a friend or family member to assist on this front and is way more than just being an ''ánnouncer''. A wedding MC will introduce speeches and formalities, give notes about housekeeping, cue and...
The Wedding Stationary Timeline: Interview with Jo from Calligraphy en Vogue
June 02, 2020 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBJo is a luxury bridal calligrapher and the creative mastermind behind Calligraphy En Vogue, a studio dedicated to creating personalised keepsakes for brides on their special day. She specialised in wedding stationery and personalisation for brands such as Chanel, Dior & Moët Champagne In this episode, we cover all stationery biz, from the wedding stationery timeline, ways to personalise your wedding and create cherished heirlooms, the best Pinterest planning tips and expert advice on how ...
Interview with Jess Bishop from Budget Savvy Bride
May 26, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWays to Save Money on your Wedding In today's episode we broach the scary topic of money and wedding budgets…..from a recent survey by the bride to be magazine shows that the Australia average wedding costs $65,482 and I am sure is only set to increase in years to come. The topic of how to plan your wedding and what to spend is an absolutely pivotal one to discuss, a wedding will be one of the biggest spends you may ever make and there is a lot riding on that one day. Not everyone has a n...
How to have a modern wedding ceremony; Interview with Married by Allegra
May 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBOn today's episode I sit down for a chat with the super fun wedding celebrant Allegra from Married by Allegra to have a chat about ways you can have a modern wedding ceremony. ' Gone are the days of doing ceremonies in a particular order with must-have inclusions with all the stodgy traditions that don’t feel relevant in today’s society....instead......in are completely personalising and modernising a ceremony that is true to you both as a couple. An ex-corporate lawyer in love with love, A...
Interview with Real Bride Ashlee
May 12, 2020 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Join us on this episode while we chat with real bride Ashlee who r...
How to Manage Wedding Stress; Interview with Stella O'Malley, psychotherapist.
May 05, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn today’s podcast episode we are covering pre-wedding anxiety and work-life wedding balance, a very important topic for couples trying to create the least stressful wedding planning journey they can. I have a chat with psychotherapist and best selling Author Stella O'Malley. Stella is an amazing psychotherapist, contributes extensively to national media on mental health issues, has her own podcast and has written several successful books including Fragile; why we feel more anxious, str...
How to Manage Wedding Stress; Interview with Stella O'Malley, psychotherapist.
May 05, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn today’s podcast episode we are covering pre-wedding anxiety and work-life wedding balance, a very important topic for couples trying to create the least stressful wedding planning journey they can. I have a chat with psychotherapist and best selling Author Stella O'Malley. Stella is an amazing psychotherapist, contributes extensively to national media on mental health issues, has her own podcast and has written several successful books including Fragile; why we feel more anxious, str...
Wedding Speeches 101; Interview with Trevor from TJ Productions
April 28, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, we cover who should speak at a wedding, how long they should speak for, and how to even begin to write a speech! Wedding speeches are an important part of your day and while some wedding formalities are slipping away, we find speeches are still super popular at weddings and will be here to stay! Speeches are both an opportunity for the couple to thank their guests but also for your family and close friends to toast your happiness and mark the importance of the occasion b...
Tips from a Luxury Wedding Planner - Interview with Andrea Eppolito Events
April 21, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn today's episode, we are talking about luxury weddings, we are talking weddings that are opulent, that are exuding crazy amounts of attention to detail, everything is perfect and has a place and a wedding that epitomises wow-factor. In this episode we are interviewing Andrea Eppolito, a world-renowned luxury wedding and event designer from Las Vegas who has dedicated her life to the art of wedding and event planning, she works with only 6 - 8 clients each year, designing opulent weddings...
Real Wedding Series; Interview with Bride Zoe
April 14, 2020 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Join us on today's episode while we candidly chat with real bride ...
How to choose a Wedding Hair Stylist. Interview with Hair by Holly Gould
April 07, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBYou're ticking off booking in your suppliers, venue, catering, planner and now ready to find the perfect hairstylist for your wedding day- who do you choose? Finding a hairstylist that specialises in wedding hair that both compliments you, you feel comfortable in and is super long-lasting for the general wear and tear of a wedding and we’re talking wind, tears, hugging and everything in between can sometimes be a bit challenging. To talk us through the process of choosing a hairstylist for y...
Interview: Rychelle of Love Stoned Styling
March 17, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBToday I sit down with a fellow stylist and an absolutely amazing one to boot and that is the lovely wedding and event stylist Rychelle, founder of and the gorgeous heart and soul behind Love Stoned Styling. Rychelle brings together over 10-year experience, with a background in fashion design, paired with an eye for styling and a long list of industry connections. Love Stoned has been featured across various editorial shoots, Hello May magazine, Lovestoned bridal and featured on Together Jo...
Interview with Real Bride Sarah
February 25, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBWe will be running a series of episodes with interviews with our real past brides, designed to give our engaged couples listening in, some real insight into how recently married couples planned their wedding with any advice and tips they can share. We delve into the behind the scenes wedding planning nitty-gritty, from why they booked their suppliers and venue, the biggest pitfalls of planning to the best part of their day. Join us on today's episode while we chat with real bride Sarah who...
Wedding Videography; Interview with Tasman from Two Folk Films
February 11, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBAre you considering having a videographer at your wedding? You're not alone! In today's episode, we are discussing wedding videography with Two Folk Films. Two Folk Films are two brothers who create wedding films in a beautiful minimalist approach to filming capturing those unscripted moments Long after the makeup has worn off and your flowers have died, the most tangible keepsake is your wedding video and pics. In the whirlwind day that is a wedding, video can capture both the audio an...
Choosing the Best Wedding Suppliers- Validating your Vendors
January 14, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBPlanning a wedding and choosing a wedding supplier can be overwhelming! There are a sea of vendors and suppliers in each category all vying for your business and attention and it can be super confusing trying to navigate where to find the best suppliers and how to determine if a company is trustworthy or legit during your decision-making process. This episode will take you through that process and point you in the right direction! www.theweddingandeventcreators.com.au
How to Plan a Wedding on a Budget
December 24, 2019 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.3 MBLet's be realistic....Weddings are expensive, even a so-called budget wedding can still come at a high price point! Most couples when walking into the early stages of planning a wedding will have no idea what the average Australian wedding costs ($50000-$60000 that is!) yes wow! In this episode, we take you through some cost-saving ideas and how to plan to create the budget wedding of your dreams.
How to plan for extreme wedding weather.
December 10, 2019 13:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBIn light of the extreme weather, we have been having (think bushfires) it is time for an episode on how to handle extreme wedding weather conditions. From flooding or severe rain, freezing cold, extremely hot days through to bushfires, crazy winds and the in-between we need to consider a wedding back up plan for all potential scenarios, as let's face it they are a reality in Australia! If you have plans, you are more prepared for the wedding to face things that are out of your control and a...
DIY Wedding Vs Hiring a Professional Planner
October 23, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, Vanessa was in Las Vegas for the massive Wedding MBA conference and had the opportunity to sit down with a real wedding planning pro! We have a chat with wedding planner Amber Anderson, owner and planner of Heavenly Day Events and educator and founder of Refine for Wedding Planners to discuss all the considerations, the pros, the cons and everything in between of the DIY route versus hiring a professional planner. Listen in! https://www.refineforweddingplanners.com/ http...
Should you have your pet at the Wedding?
October 01, 2019 14:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBApart from having your best friends standing alongside you on your wedding day, for animal lovers having your furry pet bestie included in the wedding is often just as important. There are many pet-friendly wedding venues and couples that want to ensure their dog or other beloved pet is included in a part of their special day. Listen in to today’s episode where we share ideas for how you can go about this! Cue today's podcast guest…. Your pet fairy god mather, the lovely Amy from Wedding P...
Josh Withers from The Elopement Collective
September 17, 2019 23:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn Today's episode', we have a chat with Josh Withers, celebrant and founder of The Elopement Collective, a group of wedding industry leaders that conduct elopements all across the world. Josh is an expert in his field and also has two podcasts The Celebrant Talk Show (aimed at celebrant to celebrant) and The Rebels Guide to Getting Married (aimed at couples getting married), all with super useful and interesting content. We chat through what the heck elopements are, is an elopement the p...
The 3 Planning Documents You Can't Live Without
August 27, 2019 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.82 MBAs a wedding planner and coordinator, there are three main templates we take to a wedding and honestly cannot live without! If you are going to DIY your own wedding, I highly recommend listening to the advice in today's podcast, so you can use them too, they are a lifesaver, trust us! Download our ultimate DIY wedding checklist HERE www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au
How to plan an eco-friendly ethical, low waste wedding.
August 15, 2019 01:00 - 10 minutes - 6.95 MBThe term zero waste wedding has been in my head a lot lately and is such a topical subject ...so in this podcast, we delve into ways you can have elements of an ethical, low waste, eco-friendly wedding as possible. Listen in for some hints and tips and how you can potentially implement into your own special day, together we can reduce wedding waste as a collective! Download our Ultimate DIY Checklist HERE www.weddingandeventcreators.com.au