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What really happens when the planner’s walkie-talkie crackles with bad news?

In this episode of The Vendor Confessional, Ivy sits down with seasoned wedding planner Amy, who opens up about the wild, wonderful, and occasionally hair-raising reality of orchestrating a perfect wedding day. From managing last-minute disasters to juggling vendors like a pro, Amy shares the hard-earned lessons, unexpected curveballs, and industry secrets that only a planner knows. They talk vendor relationships, shifting trends, and the subtle art of keeping couples calm while quietly putting out metaphorical (and sometimes literal) fires. Think less “fairy godmother” and more “air traffic controller in heels.”

Whether you’re knee-deep in centerpieces, deep in the vendor trenches, or just here for the juicy behind-the-scenes tea, this episode is bouquet-toss ready: colorful, surprising, and impossible to catch without a little hustle.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene

00:05 Vendor Experiences and Challenges

01:55 Personal Wedding Planning Journey

06:51 Reflections on Wedding Day Experiences

10:23 Unwinding After a Wedding Day

11:57 Embracing Change: From Type A to Type B

12:38 Family Traditions: The Joy of Homecoming

12:41 Weddings with Heart: The Planner's Perspective

15:05 Staying in Your Lane: The Role of a Wedding Coordinator

15:59 From Corporate to Weddings: A Journey of Passion

16:18 Navigating Kids at Weddings: A Balancing Act

20:18 Communicating Expectations: Kids or No Kids?

20:33 Defining the Perfect Wedding Day

22:47 Pre-Wedding Rituals: Setting the Stage for Success

25:08 The Joy of Loving Your Work: A New Perspective

25:43 Wedding Traditions and Personal Touches

26:13 The Role of Family in Weddings

27:46 Budgeting and Planning for Weddings

28:43 Client Feedback and Gratitude

30:31 Challenges in the Wedding Industry

32:21 Supporting Local Businesses

33:59 Managing Personalities at Weddings

34:34 Navigating Family Dynamics at Weddings

37:08 The Role of a Wedding Planner

40:50 Wedding Trends: What’s In and What’s Out

42:38 The Impact of AI on Wedding Planning

43:44 Collaboration vs. Competition in the Wedding Industry

46:45 Advice for Couples: Choosing the Right Vendors

Keywords

wedding planning, vendor experiences, wedding trends, family dynamics, collaboration, wedding stories, wedding planner advice, personal reflections, wedding industry, Idaho Bride Magazine, The Vendor Confessional