There’s no college degree for wedding planning—and even if there were, it wouldn’t prepare you for some of the requests we have faced. In this episode, we share real-life stories from the trenches: the hilarious, the heartwarming, and the “are you kidding me?” moments that taught us how to adapt, set boundaries, and still deliver unforgettable celebrations. From rainy-day rescues to last-minute inflatables, and from ironing linens to fending off surprise slideshows, this is what wedding planning really looks like.

What we discuss:

• [00:01:30] There’s No College for This — learning through real-life experience.
• [00:02:00] The crab place card marathon and the lesson on pre-prepped décor.
• [00:04:00] Escorting a wedding party through a rainstorm at The Wharf.
• [00:07:00] What’s in (and not in) a wedding planner’s emergency kit.
• [00:15:00] Drawing the line: steaming dresses, serving drinks, and contract boundaries.
• [00:26:00] The unseen workload of a wedding planner’s day.
• [00:30:00] Family surprises gone wrong: the unapproved slideshow disaster.
• [00:40:00] Why vendors need advance notice and proper resources for surprise elements.
• [00:42:00] Saying no: protecting staff well-being and event quality.

Key Takeaways:

• Experience is the best teacher. No class can prepare you for every challenge—you learn by doing.
• Boundaries matter. Define what’s in your scope, and refer out for specialized services.
• Emergency kits evolve. Build them over time based on real requests, but know your limits.
• Relationships last. Great client connections can become genuine friendships.

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📣 Announcement:

We’re taking a short break next week, but we’ll be back in September with exciting interviews and more insider stories. Stay tuned!