Wedding Planning Podcast

Honeymoon Planning Essentials

May 15, 2019 07:30 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Honeymoon planning can easily get lost in the shuffle of wedding planning (aka organizing A MILLION other things). Whether you're looking to spend days or weeks, a hundred dollars of $10,000, we're going to cover it all - Today I'm sharing some honeymoon planning essentials that you can use to get started designing the trip of a lifetime. We’re going to review: Creative AND affordable honeymoon ideas, When to go on your honeymoon (right after the wedding vs. wait), Clever ways to...

Long Distance Wedding Planning + Q&A's

May 08, 2019 07:30 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

Planning a wedding, bridal shower, or bachelorette party in another city comes with some challenges. Today we're walking through some ways to set yourself up for success if you're planning from a different city, state, or even country. You also sent in some great questions this past week on wedding day dress code, bridal shower gifts, decor, & more that we'll review in the second half of the show. GIVEAWAY! Tune in for details on how you can claim a totally free Wedding Planning Podcas...

Wedding Planning with Your Fiance | Let's Get on the Same Page!

May 06, 2019 07:30 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we're joined by a very special guest! Join my husband John in a valuable conversation about ways to involve your fiance in the wedding plans. We share ways we divided & conquered wedding planning tasks between the two of us, such as gifts, cakes, flowers, venue, music, & more. John also shares insightful advice for communicating with your fiance from a guy's point of view - something we don't get a lot of on the show. This is a great episode to share with your fiance, and I hope...

Wedding Etiquette Rules You Can Kiss GOODBYE

May 01, 2019 07:30 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Are you drowning in wedding "etiquette" and "rules"? Everyone has an opinion on invitation wording, cash bars, inviting kids, and what traditions absolutely SHOULD be included in the wedding day. Today, let’s take a step back, and reframe things. I appreciate that you’re listening from all different backgrounds, regions, & cultures. What is the norm in NYC may be entirely opposite in Charleston, and unheard of in Los Angeles. Part of the inspiration for today’s episode is my husba...

Wedding Photography | Behind-the Scenes Part II

April 17, 2019 07:30 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Come behind-the-scenes with Sasha Wasio, an incredibly talented wedding photographer in Part II of this special 2-part series of the Wedding Planning Podcast! Today Sasha and I cover: The importance of scheduling an engagement shoot What to do if you need to "break up" with your wedding photographer Things to consider when scheduling photos into your wedding day timeline The logistics of doing a "first look" shoot on your wedding day And lastly, Sasha explains exactly what happens...

Wedding Photography | Behind-the-Scenes Part I

April 10, 2019 07:30 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Come behind-the-scenes with Sasha Wasio, an incredibly talented professional wedding photographer in this special 2-part episode! Sasha and I cover everything you need to know about hiring a wedding photographer in this candid, thorough & friendly conversation. Sasha shares her expertise on non-negotiable questions to ask potential photographers, keeping your expectations HIGH, the importance of scheduling an engagement shoot, and so much more. We'll be back next week with Part II of ...

Tuxedos, Suits & More! Wedding Day Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen

April 08, 2019 07:30 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Wedding day fashion for the groom & groomsmen goes way beyond the traditional tuxedo. Today we're going to explore some of the more casual and creative attire options for the guys! When I got married back in 2010, my recollection is that tuxedos were the standard fare. It feels like men's wedding day fashion has gotten much more relaxed & casual - in a really good way - over the past few years. Let’s take this opportunity to review some options, pricing & tips to save yourselves time, ...

Bridal Shower & Wedding Showers | The Ultimate Guide

April 03, 2019 17:36 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

We’re a long ways away from the inception of the bridal shower, when women historically gathered to shower the bride with gifts for her new home. How you celebrate your shower is entirely up to you, and can go way outside the bounds of tradition - in today's episode, we're giving the old-school bridal shower some creative, modern twists. I realize that in many cases you don’t plan your own shower, so please feel free to forward this episode along to anyone who's helping you with the wed...

Managing Wedding Planning Overwhelm

March 27, 2019 07:30 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

The struggle is real. Wedding planning can be really fun, really exciting, and ... REALLY overwhelming. Today I have 3 strategies to share for conquering wedding planning overwhelm. All the tools we cover are totally free, and I hope they will help you feel calm, cool & collected about your wedding day plans! We reviewed ... Fun & effective ways to use Pinterest to organize your ideas, A really easy-to-use task management system that's available at www.asana.com And lastly, signin...

Wedding Reception Speeches & First Dance

March 20, 2019 07:30 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Today's show is THE ultimate guide to wedding reception speeches! Together we'll review: Who gives a speech / toast at the reception? Should we give direction about topic, tone, & length? When should the speeches take place? In what order? I’m worried about inappropriate content - what should we do? How many speeches is too many? What if someone has paralyzing stage fright & is terrified to speak? And, there's MORE - stay tuned until the end of the show for a quick discussion...

Your Bachelorette Party

March 13, 2019 07:30 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

Your bachelorette party is a really fun wedding milestone, and there are endless ways to celebrate that don't involve questionable behavior & week-long hangovers. (Although if that's what you're going for, I DON'T JUDGE!) Tune in for some unique ideas on ways to celebrate, a history lesson on how this tradition started, listener questions & more! Today's show is sponsored by our friends at Zola. To get started with your FREE wedding website AND claim a $50 registry credit visit: www....

Wedding Q&A | Involving your FMIL, Hiring an Event Designer & More!

March 06, 2019 08:30 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

This week I’m going unscripted & answering FIVE of your wedding questions submitted via Instagram stories! I absolutely love hearing from you - to get in on the action for our next Wedding Planning Q&A, follow @weddingplanningpodcast on Instagram & check in regularly to submit your wedding questions, check out fun behind-the-scenes pics, be the first to know about listener perks & special offers, and so much more! Today’s show is brought to you by our friends at Warby Parker. I’ve wo...

Tips for Hosting a "Dry" Wedding

February 20, 2019 08:30 - 8 minutes - 5.5 MB

Today I’m sharing a snippet of a much longer conversation on wedding day food & drink that’s available in our paid member’s area, The Wedding Planning Podcast VAULT. For many families and friend groups where alcohol is an issue, some couples find it less stressful - and MUCH less expensive - to skip the beer, wine and cocktails altogether, & host a "dry" wedding. In these situations, no alcohol at the wedding means less drama, less cost, and less headaches - literally - for everyone. ...

Wedding Invitations, Simplified!

February 13, 2019 08:30 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

We're reviewing my top wedding invitation & Save the Date tips in this really detailed, in-depth show. Naturally, I'm going to encourage you to keep it simple - you probably guessed that, right? ;) Beyond simplicity, we discuss everything from what goes inside the envelope, when to send your save the dates & invites, postage tips, price-points, and so much more! A special thank you to today's show sponsor, ZOLA. To browse ZOLA's beautiful collection of wedding Save the Date cards, in...

Wedding Ceremony & Your Officiant

February 06, 2019 08:30 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

Today we're giving your ceremony the time and attention it deserves, in a detailed show that covers everything from choosing your officiant, to writing vows, selecting ceremony traditions, and more. Your wedding ceremony is a HUGE deal! These 20 minutes or so are the WHY of the entire wedding, and yet the ceremony can get obscured by the million other things on your mind as you're frantically planning this wedding. Be sure to stick around until the very end when I share a bonus tip to m...

Wedding Trends for 2019

January 30, 2019 08:30 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Today we're reviewing 3 of my favorite, timeless wedding trends to keep in mind as you're planning the big day. No, we're not rehashing the same "2019 wedding trends" you'll see all over emails, the internet & social media in the coming months - these are my very own "Wedding Planning Podcast ORIGINAL Trends", and I hope you love them ;) A special thank you to our show sponsor, Audible. There's never been a better time to listen - sign up for your FREE trial at www.audible.com/wedding ...

Finding the Perfect Wedding Photographer

January 27, 2019 08:30 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Today we'll explore a roadmap to hiring your perfect wedding photographer - where to look, questions to ask, and key negotiations to pose before signing a contract. Really think about it - you're going to spend most of your wedding day with this person RIGHT BY YOUR SIDE, and finding someone who you're 100% comfortable with is SO IMPORTANT. Your photographer will probably see you in your underwear, will be inches away from your first kiss, and will tag along behind your every move for 1...

Your Wedding Party | Choosing Bridesmaids & Groomsmen

January 23, 2019 08:30 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Your bridesmaids and groomsmen play a really special role in your wedding plans, and of course on the wedding day. Let’s review the process of who to choose to do the honors, who NOT to choose, what their roles will be, and ways to manage any conflicts that may arise. Premium episodes that aren't available anywhere else. On-demand wedding advice. The VAULT is as close as we can get to sitting down face to face over coffees & taking a guided tour through your wedding plans, start to fin...

Unique Wedding Day Formats / Themes

January 16, 2019 08:30 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Today we're taking a detailed look at FIVE unique wedding day formats / themes. Even if you *think* you have your wedding day vision dialed in, you might fall in love with one of these creative options! We all know & love the afternoon wedding ceremony followed by evening dinner & dancing reception. But, maybe you're looking for something a bit more creative and "outside the box". This show is perfect for you if you're newly engaged and still working out the details of your wedding day...

Wedding Budget SPLURGE Items

January 09, 2019 08:30 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MB

What will you splurge on??? Setting (let alone sticking to) a wedding budget can be a stressful part of planning your special day. You want everything to be perfect, but there's that pesky price tag, sometimes way outside the range of what you're aiming for. Budget frets aside, today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, I'm going to take you through a FUN exercise - identifying what you want to SPLURGE on. This will give you the clarity to put your money where it matters most. For so much...

Hiring Your Wedding Vendors | Keep it stress-free with these 3 tips!

January 09, 2019 08:30 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Ready to start hiring your wedding vendors? Don't get taken for a ride with spotty contracts, inflated pricing, and false promises. Today I'm going to review a round-up of SMART questions you should be asking ALL of your wedding vendors before signing a contract. Hiring wedding vendors like a photographer, planner, or caterer can feel very overwhelming - especially for those of us who aren't comfortable "wheeling & dealing" for bargains, so to speak. Today's show will unveil some tru...

Keeping Your Bridal Party SMALL

December 19, 2018 08:30 - 7 minutes - 5.13 MB

When it comes to weddings, I'm an advocate for MINIMALISM. Your bridal party is a shining example of how keeping things SMALL can make your wedding planning life a lot easier. Today we're going to review ways to keep your group of bridesmaids tight. In our listener example, the bride is looking to include her two very best friends on earth vs. 12 women from high school, college and beyond. The tricky part? How to share with those other friends that they will NOT be included in the ...

Your Wedding Florist | Finding the Right Match

December 05, 2018 08:30 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Enjoy a complete guide to finding the perfect wedding florist to design your wedding day centerpieces, arrangements & bouquets! Today we're reviewing 3 detailed steps to finding your perfect wedding florist and / or event designer. For a VERY detailed checklist of everything we reviewed in today's show, visit: www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/florist Want in on 3 juicy secrets that the wedding industry is hiding from you? Sign up for THREE free bonus shows of the Wedding Planning Po...

Wedding Catering | Important Considerations, Tastings, The Contract & More!

November 28, 2018 08:30 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Today's show guides you through finding the perfect caterer for your wedding day. We'll review a detailed list of questions and checkpoints to consider, from just beginning your research, to scheduling tastings, to signing a final contract - and more! Also be sure to grab your FREE Wedding Vendors checklists! Includes everything you need to know about hiring your Wedding Planner, Caterer, Florist, AND Photographer: www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/vendor And your FREE Engagement Starter...

Your Wedding Planner | Hiring Tips

November 21, 2018 08:30 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

Will you be hiring a wedding planner to help with the wedding day details? Maybe you're wondering if you NEED a wedding planner? In today's show we cover the basics of hiring a wedding planner, or wedding coordinator. You'll learn: What IS a wedding planner? What levels of services are provided? What should I look for when hiring a planner? ... and more! I have a checklist of NINE key points for you to use when searching for the perfect wedding planner for your personality, your b...

Cheap Wedding Decor | Shopping Seasonal Sales

November 07, 2018 08:30 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MB

It’s holiday sales season at the craft store, and I don’t want you to miss out! Listen to today’s episode for my top tips on saving a ton of money on all of your wedding craft supplies. I have a recommendation for an app to download, and some helpful hints for getting started with a shopping list for all of the items you need to make your DIY wedding projects a success. Not a crafty gal and delegating the DIY wedding projects to bridesmaids, moms and sisters? Share this episode with the...

$0.40 Wedding Favors | DIY Cake Pops

October 31, 2018 07:30 - 12 minutes - 8.27 MB

Join me on a shopping trip for a really fun & easy DIY wedding favor project - cake pops! In today's show, I'll share a detailed list of ingredients & supplies, and walk you through exactly how to put everything together. I LOVE this project because it's cheap, easy, and fun - everything a DIY should be. This gives you a perfect excuse to invite your mom, sisters, bridesmaids over, pop a couple bottles of wine, and ... eat cake pops! Hint - put yourself in charge of quality control ;...

Large Wedding Budget Tips

October 10, 2018 07:30 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Are you planning a large wedding and looking for some EASY ways to keep things affordable? Today I have a sample wedding to share - we’re going to review the guest list, food and drink, venue decorations, & MORE. The real life wedding example I’m going to share is a rather large wedding, 200 people - but the tips we’re going to review are definitely universal. Whether you’re hosting 30 people or 250, this short list of things to take a close look at is sure to benefit you and your bot...

Earth-Friendly Wedding Ideas

September 26, 2018 07:30 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Just a handful of small swaps & omissions from your wedding plans CAN AND WILL make a difference in the annual impact of weddings to our precious earth. Today's show is brought to you by Tacboard. For more information about creating an unlimited gallery of candid wedding journey photos, and to SAVE $15, visit: www.tacboard.com/wedding Tune in for some shocking statistics about the amount of waste produced by weddings each year. I offer some really manageable, easy ways that you can h...

Your Rehearsal Dinner | Simple Planning Tips

September 25, 2018 07:30 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Enjoy 3 unique ways to keep your rehearsal dinner simple, affordable, & full of meaning! The full "Rehearsal Dinner" blog post can be found here: www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/rehearsal Save 30% on your wedding Save the Dates & Invitations when you shop zola.com/wpp! Naturally when planning your wedding, most of the energy & attention is focused on the wedding day itself. For today’s show, we’re going to completely forget about the wedding day. Let's work on making the day before t...

Wedding Day Roster | Who Does What?

September 19, 2018 07:30 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Enjoy creative ways to include all of your loved ones in the wedding with minimal stress, and no hurt feelings! Today's show is brought to you by Zola. To save 30% on your wedding Save the Dates and invitations, visit: www.zola.com/wpp Let's face it - everyone's family & friendship dynamics are very different, and traditional wedding roles don't always fit our reality. Today you'll learn creative ways that you can include ALL of your loved ones, with minimal stress and no hurt fee...

Reserving Hotel Room Blocks

September 12, 2018 07:30 - 8 minutes - 6.06 MB

Today we're discussing how to go about reserving hotel room blocks for your out-of-town wedding guests. We review the benefits to your guests, who should consider reserving hotel room blocks, and key questions to ask the various hotel properties that you research and consider reserving rooms with. LINKS MENTIONED in today's episode: The wedding industry is keeping secrets, and I want to spill the beans! Unlock key Wedding Industry Secrets that could be costing you thousands of doll...

Destination Wedding Planning Tips

September 05, 2018 07:30 - 13 minutes - 9.41 MB

Destination wedding planning calls for a very patient and organized approach. Today I answer some excellent listener questions about planning the destination wedding of your dreams. Enjoy a DETAILED blog post on today's show here: www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/destination-wedding Newly engaged, and just starting with your wedding plans? (And maybe feeling a little overwhelmed with the process?) Sign up today for our totally free Engagement Starter Kit! In three BONUS SHOWS, we wil...

AFTER the Wedding

August 28, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

A special bonus for you - TWO episodes in one! Part I is After the Wedding Ceremony - a short list of things you simply must do after the wedding ceremony, and before you head to the reception. Part II is After the Wedding - actionable tips for writing thank you notes, returning / exchanging gifts, changing your name, and more! For a double checklist & summary of everything we talked about today, visit: www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/after Today’s show is brought to you by our frien...

Wedding Industry Secrets, UNLOCKED.

August 02, 2018 07:30 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MB

The wedding industry is hiding some really juicy secrets, and it’s costing you A LOT of money as you plan your wedding. These well kept little secrets help make the wedding industry worth a stunning $72 billion dollars per year - and that’s in the US alone! Come along with me and UNLOCK the truth behind THREE wedding industry secrets that could be costing you thousands of extra dollars on your wedding plans - everything from the vendors you hire, to the dress you choose, and beyond. T...