Best Weddingvenue Podcasts (2025)

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Follow Up Wedding Q&A | The Value in Thinking Outside the Box 20:25

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4h ago20:25

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Happy Friday, and welcome to another BONUS Q&A follow up show to this week's feature episode, "How To: DIY Appetizers & Charcuterie Board" show that aired on Wednesday Dec 24th. Today is a mix of behind-the-scenes insight from me, your reception-related questions, and also a couple of hindsight wedding experiences to share from listeners who were r…

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How To: DIY Wedding Reception Appetizers & Charcuterie Board 31:56

1d ago31:56

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The cost of food & drinks can be a huge source of frustration when planning your wedding. I can't tell you how many messages I get from couples who are utterly horrified by the per person fee for dinner & drinks - and rightfully so! Today we're going to explore setting up your own appetizer spread, and I think you'll be blown away by the savings ..…

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Follow Up: Wedding Etiquette Q&A {original show dated 12.17.25} 11:20

6d ago11:20

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Is it OK to ... ? I got lots of mail in response to the Wedding Etiquette show that aired on 12.17.25, and in this Friday Follow Up Q&A I'm opening my mailbox and sharing your questions! We'll talk through ... Inviting kids to the wedding, Requesting a specific dress code, A tiny wedding chappel that can't accomodate everyone, The etiquette surroun…

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A Closer Look at Some Wedding "Etiquette" Guidelines 32:35

8d ago32:35

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Are you drowning in wedding "etiquette guidelines"? Everyone has an opinion on invitation wording, cash bars, inviting kids, wedding day transportation, and what traditions absolutely SHOULD be included in the wedding day. There's nothing like planning a wedding to suddenly have everyone you've ever known come out of the woodwork with their opinion…

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Tips for Building a Useful Wedding Gift Registry 18:43

15d ago18:43

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Your wedding gift registry is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your home & your lifestyle with practical gifts that you need and will use in the years to come. Tune in for an essential guide to creating a killer wedding gift registry including: Deciding what items to include and ... Items NOT to include on your registry, Various lifestyle "catego…

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Affordable Wedding Centerpieces + DIY Flower Ideas 33:04

17d ago33:04

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Looking for easy & affordable alternatives to hiring a professional florist ($$$$$) to decorate your wedding reception, table centerpieces, and bouquets? You're in the right place! In today's show, we're going to discuss a creative variety of affordable wedding table decoration ideas. We're also going to review some actionable tips for doing your o…

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"We Ditched the Wedding Traditions" | Planning & Wedding Day Recap w/ Emma, Hilton Lake Las Vegas 30:17

22d ago30:17

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Meet special guest Emma, who's here to share the highlights, unique elements, and planning challenges from their beautiful wedding celebration at Hilton Lake Las Vegas. In this special episode, you'll hear lots more from Emma on: The pros of having NO wedding party Celebrating over a 3-day weekend in their hometown The endless benefits of a very ch…

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A Designer Wedding Dress, for Less! 19:41

24d ago19:41

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Access a curated collection of second-hand designer gowns & expert stylists at a fraction of the designer price tag - Loved Twice Bridal was created to take the guesswork out of shopping online for a second hand, designer wedding dress. You'll have access to an experienced team of stylists who are available to answer all of your questions, so that …

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Ten Discussion Points to Review with Your Wedding Coordinator 21:41

1M ago21:41

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A top-notch Wedding Planner / Day-Of-Coordinator is essential for any smooth and seamless wedding celebration. Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're reviewing 10 KEY POINTS to discuss with your planner so that you're both on the same page and ready to tackle any planning, logistic, or execution challenges that may arise. A sampling of these …

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6 Major Wedding Day Timeline Mistakes to Avoid 13:57

1M ago13:57

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We all know that having a detailed WEDDING DAY TIMELINE is critical to keeping the day organized, and flowing stress-free. The problem is that lots of us get incredibly overwhelmed by the process because, well, it's really damn overwhelming! Today I'm going to highlight some of the top mistakes I see couples make as they're building out their weddi…

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Key Items in Your Wedding Venue Contract 18:53

1M ago18:53

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Today's convo is a wedding planning strategy GEM! We're going to cover every single last little thing that should be included within your wedding venue contract. If you've already booked a venue and signed a contract, I'd suggest pulling out your actual document & sticking around for today's convo to be sure that all the key items are addressed. Yo…

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Affordable Food & Drink Options For Your Wedding Reception 16:44

1M ago16:44

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Lucky for us, there are literally endless creative ways to treat your guests to a unique food & drink experience on your wedding day. In today's wedding planning workshop, we're going to explore exactly how to: Conceptualize & research what to serve, Smart money-saving tips that many couples miss, And even some "do it yourself" options if you're lo…

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Wedding Weekend Recap: Samantha & Sean, New York 33:52

1M ago33:52

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Samantha & Sean got married at a state park in New York, but this was no ordinary celebration ... Their stunning wedding weekend featured no cell service, just 6 electrical outlets, and a hot air balloon send off for the new bride and groom! Samantha is joining us this week to share the good, the challenges, the things she would do differently, and…

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Dress Alterations, Styling & Accessories, Post-Wedding Preservation & More 35:05

1M ago35:05

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Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're doing a thorough review of wedding dress alterations, styling & accessories, & post-wedding preservation ideas, and so much more. Our conversation covers the dress alterations process in detail, including pricing, money-saving tips, a timeline for when to get started, and alternative options for having y…

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Your Bridal Shower: Hosting, Planning & Etiquette Guidelines 18:16

2M ago18:16

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There are countless unique ways to celebrate your wedding / bridal shower (that don't involve sitting around and playing awkward games with your female friends & relatives!). In this week's episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're giving the "traditional" wedding shower some much-needed updates. Listen in for creative + modern twists that you…

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Advocating For Your Wedding Vision & Priorities 23:26

2M ago23:26

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This week's featured wedding planning meeting is an overview of how to formulate a detailed wedding vision - and equally as important, learning how to articulate and advocate for that vision with those who are helping you plan. Here's an overview of the specific scenario we'll be discussing: "How can we reign in our wedding planner? Our venue inclu…

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This Show Will Save You Over $3000: Wedding Budget Swaps and Saves 21:07

2M ago21:07

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Our goal this week? To save YOU $3,650 on your final wedding bill. We could literally talk for hours about all the pretty things you see on Pinterest & Instagram that do not HAVE to be a part of your wedding celebration. In the interest of time, I've chosen EIGHT wedding elements that I would suggest skipping - or scaling waaaaaaaaay back on. I thi…

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Your Ultimate Engagement Checklist: 10 Things To Prioritize 21:44

2M ago21:44

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Today I'm sharing AN ULTIMATE ENGAGEMENT CHECKLIST, including 10 key "to-do's" to launch your wedding planning journey into action. CONGRATULATIONS! The days & weeks after saying "YES!" are a whirlwind of fun & excitement ... From sharing the news with your loved ones, flashing that ring every chance you get, and dreaming of cakes and dresses, you'…

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How We Did It: The Story Behind Our $17k Wedding Weekend 23:29

2M ago23:29

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"When the initial excitement settled, we felt like planning an entire wedding seemed really expensive, overwhelming, and exhausting." Let me back up ... My now-husband John proposed in the summer of 2009, at the end of a 3-week trip we took through Europe. We were in Paris - our last stop - and we waited for hours to get to the lower platform of th…

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Perfect Timing: Your Wedding Day + Reception Timeline 18:13

2M ago18:13

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A universal truth? Your wedding day will FLY BY. Having a well-thought out, well-planned WEDDING DAY TIMELINE is critical to keeping the day organized, and flowing stress free. In this featured episode of the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're actually reviewing & creating two separate timelines: The DAY-OF TIMELINE, including all the events between w…

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Compromising with Your Partner & Families 9:19

3M ago9:19

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Mastering the art of compromise is incredibly tricky. Today we're exploring the importance of being on the same page with respect to finances, how you spend your free time, and of course, the ability to COMPROMISE - whether it's about your honeymoon or your wedding guest list. Tune in for so much more! I'm looking for new stories from you about you…

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Beyond Dinner & Dancing: Creative Wedding Reception Entertainment Ideas 16:38

3M ago16:38

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If you're looking for some CREATIVE + AFFORDABLE wedding reception entertainment options that go way beyond dinner, drinks & dancing, then this wedding planning workshop is perfect for you! Today's wedding receptions feature creative entertainment ideas that are increasingly more personalized, more interactive, and more representative of your value…

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When Things Go Wrong: Preparing for the Unexpected During Your Wedding Celebration 13:42

3M ago13:42

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A LOT of our energy during the wedding planning process is centered around the fear that things will go wrong, and how we can avoid and prevent minor mistakes - and major disasters - on our wedding day. I've been deeply involved with weddings for over a decade, and candidly, it's a universal truth - no matter how much you plan and prep and delegate…

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Providing Meals For Vendors, In-Law Anxiety, Food Truck Logistics & More | WEDDING PLANNING Q&A 27:06

3M ago27:06

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Your wedding planning questions, answered! Tune in for answers to all of your tricky wedding situations, including: We're having a hard time choosing a date that works best for all of our closest loved ones - how should we decide? What's the etiquette when inviting just a couple of people from a larger social group? Are we obligated to provide vend…

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Maximizing Your Time at a Wedding Fair / Bridal Expo 22:03

4M ago22:03

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Would you volunteer to host a party for 40 people and then rush out to the store with no menu planned & no shopping list? No way! You'd sit down and plan out what everyone was going to bring, make a menu of app's & drinks, look up some recipes, and then make a detailed list of exactly what you need to buy. So why on earth would you head out to a WE…

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Do You Really Need a Wedding Planner? What Couples Should Know: 32:58

4M ago32:58

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"The more thought & intention you put into your wedding plans throughout your engagement, the richer your wedding celebration will be." Do we really need to hire a WEDDING PLANNER / Day of Coodinator? In Part One of today's featured show, we review a list of critical guidelines to keep in mind as you decide whether or not to hire a professional wed…

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Straightforward Solutions To 5 Wedding Puzzles 23:12

4M ago23:12

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Streamline + simplify has been a tagline for the WPP literally since I created the show way back in 2015. (Look closely, it's even on our old logo!) Not only are these two of my favorite words in the English language - that I try and live by in ALL aspects of my life - more specifically, they perfectly summarize my approach to wedding planning. Eve…

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Newlywed Notes, Carlsbad CA Wedding Recap + Wedding Q&A 29:25

4M ago29:25

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I went to a beautiful wedding in Carlsbad, CA last weekend - tune in for the highlights, including a really unique venue, rocking dance floor, and the most beautiful gift to all the guests. But first, we're starting this week's show with some newlywed notes from my brother and sister-in-law, Mike & Laura. They share what worked, what stressed them …

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Asking for Cash Gifts, How Much Alcohol Should We Buy, Booking a Babysitter? Wedding Planning Q&A 36:58

5M ago36:58

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Get ready for a jam-packed Wedding Q&A show, full of your planning questions & concerns! Here's a sampling of what's on the menu this week: How much alcohol to buy? >>> click here for one of my favorite hosting tools ever (and tune in to my full answer for lots more helpful tips on the topic!) What can we expect for the price of flowers? Who pays f…

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Follow Up Wedding Q&A | 4-6 Week Wedding Countdown 19:20

5M ago19:20

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Happy Friday, and welcome to a BONUS Q&A follow up show to this week's feature episode, "4-6 Week Wedding Countdown" show that aired on Wednesday, July 16th. Today we're finding answers to everything on your mind, including: Dis-inviting moms to final venue walk through? Last-minute doubts about decor and signage, do we need more? Do we have to tel…

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4-6 Week Wedding Countdown: Your Final Month To-Do List 19:45

5M ago19:45

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Today we're going to run through a 10-item wedding to-do list for when you reach the final 4-6 week countdown before your wedding day. While some of the items in today's show are pretty standard, others are much less obvious - and sadly are not commonly discussed. Overlooking just one of these important action-items can tip the scales towards a str…

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Vendor Pricing Transparency Frustrations, How Much to Tip & More Wedding Q&A 19:02

5M ago19:02

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"Why can't you just tell me the price???" Have you been victim of a vendor who insists on a lengthy meeting before they will provide you a price range for their services? This can be incredibly annoying when you are simply trying to determine if something is within your budget, or not. I have some advice for navigating this frustrating situation, i…

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Crafting Your Wedding Vows, Featuring "The Vow Whisperer" | Tanya Pushkine 27:37

5M ago27:37

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Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're joined by a very special guest, Tanya Pushkine from The Vow Whisperer. Tanya offers professional vow writing support, officiant services, and even wedding ceremony production support, including public speaking coaching. Tanya will guide you through exactly how to put your heart into words, resulting in c…

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6 Common Wedding Weekend Planning Mistakes 15:44

5M ago15:44

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Tune in for the most common wedding weekend planning mistakes I see couples make as they formulate the details of a multi-day, multi-event wedding celebration. In this episode, we highlight 6 common planning mistakes, including: Feeling intimidated by the COST of hosting multiple events, Trying to accommodate ALL of your guests perfectly (spoiler a…

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Your Wedding Weekend Questions, Answered! 17:01

6M ago17:01

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Over the course of 11 YEARS in the wedding industry, I've seen literally thousands of weddings unfold ... and all of them together have given me the priceless gift of HINDSIGHT. In wedding planning, hindsight is literally a super power - so I've packaged mine up to share with you in today's brand new show featuring your Wedding Weekend planning que…

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The #1 Biggest Newlywed Regret? 23:06

6M ago23:06

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I'm willing to bet that you've heard from all your newlywed friends & family that their wedding day "came and went in the blink of an eye." The beautiful news is that your wedding celebration doesn't have to RUSH BY IN A TOTAL BLUR. Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, I'm bringing on a very special guest to share the details of exactly how she d…

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Should We Do a "First Look"? Delegating Tasks, Weekday Wedding Cost & More | Wedding Q&A 28:01

6M ago28:01

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Today on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we're exploring your top wedding questions, including: Ideal number of wedding party members / pro's & con's of larger vs. smaller group? What are your thoughts on doing a first look vs. waiting for the more traditional moment when I walk down the aisle? Inviting kids to the wedding - does it have to be "all o…

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Our Top Wedding Spending REGRETS 16:18

6M ago16:18

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They say hindsight is 20/20, and today on the Wedding Planning Podcast I'm sharing the top money spending regrets that married couples have. It's really easy to get swept up in dozens of "must-have's" during your engagement - but after today's episode, you'll think twice about these wedding expenses. Questions or topics you'd like to hear more on? …

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Your Questions, Answered! Wedding Planning Q&A 24:17

7M ago24:17

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My inbox is full of your wedding planning questions, including: Are wedding fairs worth the time? How to pick a DJ? No idea where to start! My dress is very heavy, with a dramatic long train. Should I consider a separate reception dress for dancing? >>> My fave site for reception party dresses >>> Lulus.com What are your thoughts on a NYE wedding? …

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Maximizing Your Wedding Website 27:24

7M ago27:24

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Creating a simple, info-packed WEDDING WEBSITE is the easiest, most hassle free way to easily share information with your wedding guests. Join me today for a detailed wedding planning workshop on exactly how to create an amazing wedding website - zero technical skills required! To get started, choose your wedding website design from an incredible c…

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Rehearsal Dinner Planning Tips 26:25

7M ago26:25

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You've done months (maybe even YEARS) of wedding planning & preparation, and the big day is finally almost here! Last stop? Rehearsal dinner. This week we're reviewing everything you need to know for planning & hosting this extra special night with your family & friends. We cover everything from the ceremony rehearsal itself to practical tips for h…

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Ultimate Guide to Save the Dates & Wedding Invitations 25:25

7M ago25:25

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Affordable & beautiful Save the Date announcements and wedding invitations - how hard can that be?? Well, if you've spent 3 hours on a Saturday getting lost down the rabbit hole of 9 different wedding invitation websites, then you know that finding a practical solution that fits your style and your budget is much easier said than done. Today I'm sh…

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Setting A Realistic Wedding Budget That Works For You 24:26

7M ago24:26

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Setting a realistic wedding budget that works for you is one of the first steps you'll take after getting engaged - and ideally before making any big wedding decisions. So if you're newly engaged (or maybe just need a wedding budget reset!), you're in the right place. To streamline the process, today's show is a step-by-step guide on exactly how to…

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Avoid These Common Wedding Flower Mistakes 23:58

7M ago23:58

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This week, I have an inbox full of your wedding flower questions to share! I also put together a list of the top wedding flower mistakes that I see couples make, to further help guide you to "DIY wedding flower SUCCESS". Today we're reviewing: How much should 5 relatively simple bouquets cost? I'm being quoted over $1200, which feels so ridiculous.…

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Simple & Affordable Wedding Flower Options 22:48

8M ago22:48

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Wedding flowers are high on the list of things that couples rate "not very" to "not at all" important to them. So why spend thousands of dollars on elaborate, professional floral centerpieces and bouquets? There are so many simple, beautiful & affordable alternatives - Today I have an 5-part formula for you to follow so that you can have beautiful,…

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Real Wedding Recap from Rochester, MI + Wedding Q&A 33:25

8M ago33:25

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Get ready for a fun show today! Here's a road map of where we're going: I have a recap of my brother-in-law's 3/30/25 wedding in Rochester, MI. I'll share what was amazing, a detailed rundown of the venue / flow of events, how they took advantage of cost-saving opportunities, their solution to kids at the wedding, and lots more valueble takeaways! …

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Solving the Wedding Reception Seating Chart Puzzle 35:30

8M ago35:30

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Creating your wedding reception seating chart can QUICKLY become one of wedding planning's biggest pains. Between crazy family members, divorces, step-parents, hook-up's gone wrong, introverts, extroverts and lots of alcohol - your seating chart can quickly begin to feel like a jigsaw puzzle from hell. This week on the Wedding Planning Podcast, we'…

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Ultimate Guide to Wedding Cake & Desserts 26:43

8M ago26:43

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Get answers to all of your wedding cake + dessert questions in today's show! From everything to researching bakeries, booking cake tastings, hidden fees to be aware of, unique dessert alternatives, and budget-friendly cost saving tips, we're covering it all in today's sugar-coated show. Links mentioned in our convo: The complete blog post for today…

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Post-Wedding Checklist: 15+ Things To Do After Your Wedding 34:33

8M ago34:33

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When you're in the thick of wedding planning, it can feel like this phase of life will go on forever. But believe it or not, at some point you WILL actually be married, and wedding planning will come to an end (insert cheering emoji / crying emoji here - take your pick!). I see a pretty split reaction to this, with half of us feeling thank universe…

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Online Bridesmaid Dress Shopping w/ Lulus Weddings 25:54

8M ago25:54

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Get ready to explore hassle-free online bridesmaid dress shopping with featured brand, Lulus Weddings! Tune in & discover how you can enjoy a successful online bridesmaid dress shopping experience, including: Professional bridesmaid styling ideas, Struggling with piecing together colors or patterns in a mismatch dress situation? No worries! Lulus f…