Bite-sized Wedding Planning Podcast by Brides Playbook

Before this year it would've taken A LOT for someone to postpone their wedding...and you probably never had to think about uninviting a guest. But unfortunately COVID has meant that a lot of couples are now facing this situation. So in this episode I'm sharing with you two email templates that you can use if you find yourself in the unfortunate place of having to postpone your wedding or let guests know that you need to downsize. If you like the sound of these and want them sent to you by email, email me at hello@bridesplaybook.com

Being given away is one of the biggest traditions in wedding ceremonies across most cultures. But what if you don't want to be given away? Or what if, you simply can't be given away by the person of your choosing? Or what if you're eloping or having a mini-ceremony? In this episode I share a deeply personal story about what I did when I didn't want to be given away...and I also share the other options that you can consider that will still make your ceremony incredibly special and memorable. While you're here, make sure you grab my wedding planning resources: FREE wedding planning series: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/freeseries FREE wedding planning tool: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/free-wedding-tool Covid-19 Vendor Question Guide: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/75questions

The world is slowly coming to terms with having weddings during this pandemic. But there's still a lot of uncertainty in the wedding industry. Planning is now a lot more complex than it used to be, so you need to be prepared for what's ahead. In this episode, I'm going to share eight really important points for planning your wedding in the current climate. While you're here, make sure you grab my wedding planning resources: FREE wedding planning series: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/freeseries FREE wedding planning tool: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/free-wedding-tool Covid-19 Vendor Question Guide: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/75questions

Did you know that almost half of all couples blow out their wedding budget by $7,000 to $20,000? You'd think that budgeting is a pretty simple and basic task...but not so much when it comes to weddings. In this episode, I outline the top 4 reasons that cause couples to blow out their wedding budgets. Have a listen so you can make sure you're not one of them! While you're here, make sure you grab my wedding planning resources: FREE wedding planning tool: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/free-wedding-tool Covid-19 Vendor Question Guide: https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/75questions

In this new era of COVID-19, there's a lot of confusion around what exactly you should be asking your vendors. In fact, when I was coming up with the questions I'd be asking if I were planning a wedding right now, I came up with 75 of them! Instead of overwhelming you with all of those, in this episode I thought I'd focus on 10 of the most important questions you should be asking. I focus on what you should be asking your venue because that's essentially the backbone of the rest of your wedding. Listen in now so you know exactly what to ask! I've put together a COVID-19 Wedding Vendor Question Guide with the 75 questions you should be asking all your vendors. It's downloadable and printable and you can get it by going here >>> https://resources.bridesplaybook.com/75questions

If you’re looking to getting married in the next 12-18 months, you probably know by now that planning your wedding is going to be really different to what it would’ve been 6 months ago. It may actually end up being a lot more complex to plan, depending on what you decide. In this episode I'm going to walk you through where to get started if you’re planning a wedding in the next 18 months. If you found this episode helpful, leave a review and let me know :)

Did COVID-19 throw you as much as it threw me? In this episode I'm sharing where I've been the past couple of months, what I've noticed in the wedding planning industry and where this podcast is headed. Listen in and stay tuned because I'm going to help you get through this craziness and have that awesome wedding that you deserve. Need help planning your wedding? Check out my free resources below Download my FREE wedding planning tool Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet

Walking down the aisle in an outdoor ceremony is an incredibly beautiful experience...UNLESS you forget to plan ahead and factor in some key elements! With so many couples opting for outdoor wedding ceremonies, I wanted to share some really important and practical tips on what to think about with your outdoor wedding aisle. From dirt, to shoes to the direction of the sun, these can truly make or break your experience on the day and are definitely worth a listen! If you liked this episode, leave a review on iTunes so I can continue to give you more of what you like :)

Did you know one of the most popular search terms on google is 'how to plan a wedding'? And all the top ranking articles tell you to find a venue, finalise your guest list, get a florist and a photographer. BUT...they forget the most important step. The step that prevents you from getting stuck and stressed a few months down the track. In this episode I'm sharing what I believe is the very first step that every single bride (and groom) should be doing before they rush off to find their venue. I promise that by doing this step, you'll prevent a lot of stress and panic down the track. And if you want help executing what I've shared in this episode - download my FREE wedding planning tool! It sets you up to complete this first step perfectly. If you liked this episode, please leave a review on iTunes so I can continue to give you more of what you like! Links / Resources Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet

Just got engaged? Congratulations! Have you noticed all the blog posts that give you a list of 15 or 20 things you need to do IMMEDIATELY? Well I'm here to tell you to ignore all of those. In my opinion, there's only ONE thing you should be doing after getting engaged and in this episode I'm sharing that with you. Honestly, everything else can wait. Because if you don't do this one thing, you're going to miss out on something pretty special. Did you agree with me? Come and find me on Instagram @bridesplaybook and let me know. In the next episode I'll be taking you through the very FIRST thing you should do when starting your wedding planning journey, so be sure to subscribe so you don't miss it! Links/resources: Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress!

There are SO many resources out there to help you plan your wedding. Everything from websites, to blog posts to physical planners. So what should you use? On today's episode I'm going to share with you my absolute favourite wedding planning tool and tell you exactly WHY I love it. It honestly doesn't matter what stage of the wedding planning process you're at - whether you're starting out or further down the track - this tool can really help you...in fact, I'd say it was life-changing for me when I was planning my wedding! The tool itself, is Trello. Despite all of the benefits of using Trello, it can be a bit overwhelming (and time consuming) setting up a board from scratch, so I'm giving you MINE for FREE. This is the exact tool I used to plan my weddings and receptions and all you need to do is Download the free tool here. So what are you waiting for? Download the tool now and dive straight into stress-free wedding planning! Links/resources: Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress! Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration

In the excitement of wedding planning, it's easy to forget that you're entering into a marriage - an adult relationship with another person which has very adult consequences. There are certain topics that I believe NEED to be spoken about before you make any of the big decisions (and it may surprise you how many couples forget to discuss these beforehand). Some of these could be dealbreakers for one of you. And it would be an absolute disaster to be addressing these AFTER the wedding is over. So listen in and see if you've got these five things covered. Do you think there's anything missing from my list? Did this episode spark a conversation between you and your partner? Come and find me on Instagram @bridesplaybook and let me know. Links/resources: Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress! Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration

This episode is part two of my wedding dress tips episodes, so if you haven't listened to the first one, make sure you go and listen after this. Having bought 3 different types of wedding dresses, I want to share with you my biggest DON'Ts when you're going wedding dress shopping. The last one in particular is the MOST important so make sure you stick around for that one. Which tip resonated with you the most? Come and find me on Instagram @bridesplaybook and let me know. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Links/resources: Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress!

Are you about to go wedding dress shopping? Your dress is one of THE most important pieces of your wedding. And I don't say this to put pressure on you. I say this because it's the one thing that will be in ALL of your photos. It's one of the things that every single person is going to notice. And it's something that you will cherish. So in this episode I'm going to take you through 10 of my top "wedding-dress do's" to guide you through your shopping experience. If you're in the mood to share, I'd love to see you rocking some of those dresses! Come and find me on Instagram @bridesplaybook and tag me in your stories (or DM me if you don't want to make it public!) Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! The next episode is all about "wedding dress don'ts"! Links/resources: Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress!

What would you do if you damaged or lost your engagement ring? Now you might be thinking 'I'm SO careful with my ring that would never happen'. Or you might be thinking that your home and contents policy will cover it. But have you actually looked into it? What so many couples don't realise is that home and contents policies and travel insurance policies don't actually cover the cost of their ring. In this episode I'm going to share with you the two different options for insuring your ring AND the TEN really important questions you absolutely need to ask when deciding between insurers. There's a lot of information in this episode and I'd hate for you to feel overwhelmed. So I've created a cheatsheet for you to download with all the questions and the answers so you have it to hand during your research >>> Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links/resources: Download my Ring Insurance Cheat Sheet Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress!

In this very first episode, I give you the low down on who I am, why I started this podcast and what you can expect from me. Here's a little spoiler...ex-lawyer, 2 weddings, 3 receptions and what I think weddings are REALLY about. Hit play now and let's get to know each other! Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links/resources: Follow me on Instagram for more tips and inspiration Download my FREE wedding planning tool and save yourself a tonne of time and stress!