Let Them Eat Cake

I had to run it back since y'all didn't take heed in season one. It's a free party that couples foot the bill for. Get in formation and be a great guest...#dassit.

Let me tell you about the time events came to a halt and the salary stopped salarying, but I still had a full time job to do. Even in the thick of a global panorama, the party don't stop...until it does...but then it kinda doesn't. You'll have to listen for me to fully explain this chaos and how my pivot paved the way for a better Elle R Jae Events.

If you ask me, I'd tell you that, duh...size matters. But so does clarity and cut. You don't want to go ring shopping before tapping into this episode, featuring Kyle Rising-Moore of Diamonds Direct. We're talking all things rings.

Season 2 is finally on deck. In episode 1, host Fresh Johnson talks about what it took to get back in the podcast game and how she's here to stay

It's so easy to get caught up in the hype on creating a social media presence that leads people to view you in a certain way. Instagram makes us feel like we always need to be popping. In reality accessibility is what potential clients need to see. Don't get caught up in the #BookedandBusy culture.

Wedding seasons vary by planner and typically by their geographic location. It's all relative. As a New Orleans based planner, my slowest months are typically July and August, with a least one event in July and never any in August. This time around, I decided to be super intentional with my "off time" my analyzing my company from top to bottom, and putting some actionable items in place to set the tone for slow seasons to come.

After getting engaged, one of the first places that brides to be run to is...to the gym! Lots of ladies try to take the fast lane for a quick fix but when you're watching that waistline, it goes a bit deeper than counting calories. It's important to find a great trainer who will help you to not only make a lifestyle change for your big day, but to sustain well into your happily ever after. I decided to come hang out with my trainers, JP and Raschad to share some tips on being the best you, for you...and for your dream dress. Be sure to stop by my Instagram page to check out the video!

Nothing says fun like planning for a bride who loves all things NOT wedding-ish. ((insert sarcastic stare)). Lucky for me, she's one of my besties and she got what she wanted for her big day...right down to the glowsticks. Candice Hull, affectionately known as "Teedy" as we talk through planning and prioritizing for the couple who wanted to make sure that their wedding was THEIRS.

They say that life comes at you fast, but if you've ever spent the days of your wedding refreshing the forecast, then you know this to be true. Now seriously, once that date is booked, it's like signing a contract with mother nature and literally your entire wedding is on the line. You can't control that. But despite popular belief, there are ways to make safe weather decisions to protect your big day.

It's never a great day to be the wedding guest with no behavior...nor the petty bridesmaid...never, EVER be the abundantly bossy mom and certainly, not the inconsiderate couple. But let's face it, come wedding day, someone will cause eyes to roll; just make sure that someone isn't you. So how do you avoid the drama? Well, that's easy, conduct yourself accordingly; there are rules. In this episode, I'll be sharing insight on the evolution of wedding commandments and tips on not being "that person". From the parentals, to the wedding party and guests, find your category and take heed. Because people will talk about your ass.

I think it's safe to say that bars at weddings are definitely trending. There are so many ways to make it your own and make it pop. One of the most impactful things that anyone has ever said to me is, "Bar is the second most important B-word after bride". Jessica Robinson of Justini Cocktails knows her stuff y'all. In this episode, we talk about what makes a great bar without breaking the bank, as well as best practices to make sure that there's something for everyone.

It wasn’t until I began getting hired by more out of town brides that the question of seated dinner vs cocktail reception even became a thing. New Orleans folks can’t keep still long enough to make it to the second course, let along take the time for find their escort card. In ep4, we’ll unpack what’s what to help you decide what reception style works best for you.

Not many things are worse than falling in love with the perfect wedding venue only to find out that their chair offerings are totally sketchy. Luckily, Chair Couture NOLA is here to save the day. Fresh chats it up with Gina and Ashley Milligan to talk all things luxury chairs as an option to glam up your wedding space.

Not all heroes wear capes but humans that RSVP to weddings in a timely fashion deserve a prize. This episode explores the entire RSVP process from where you go wrong and how to fix it, to the many options you can give people to avoid being down to the wire on your final headcount.

After 2 years in the making, Fresh Johnson, owner of Elle R Jae Events finally launches her wedding podcast, Let Them Eat Cake. 2017 marks the 10 year anniversary of wedding planning and this podcast kicks off the ongoing celebration. Subscribe and listen as this promises to be one wild ride to the happiest day of your life