The You and Me Podcast

Happy Monday lovers!!Today on the pod we chat to the gorgeous Georgie McDonald. Georgie + Cam met when they were both on different paths in their lives but, as the world really does work in wondrous ways - reconnected when they both had the opportunity to explore if there was more to what they saw in each other - and to say it went amazingly is an understatement.Cam went to the ends of the earth (literally!!) and travelled on multiple planes for multiple hours to pull off one epic proposal in the middle of Prague Airport with a love actually style sign - WILL YOU MARRY MEEnjoying a European "engagement-moon" with friends and family, they decided to head back to Australia and plan their special day a little bit closer to home.How do you top that kind of proposal for your wedding day you ask?! Some may say competing in a lazy triathlon the week before your wedding could be an option...!Enjoy this fun-filled episode with Georgie and trust us - you'll want to hire a boat for your wedding too after listening to this beauty!Follow Georgie at @georgiekatemcdonaldTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Tuesday lovers! We know we are a day late from the usual running schedule so apologies to all our amazing listeners that were refreshing their podcast app incase we uploaded yesterday! A few technical bumps in the road but we made it!Today's guest will be well worth the wait - we promise!!!Planning a wedding at the best of times can be a bit of a headache...planning a wedding during COVID?! A whole other ball game!We sat down last week with the incredible Olivia Molly Rogers and chatted with her all about planning, postponing and planning again. As Olivia has not had her dream day yet - we had so many things on our discussion list that we wanted to touch on with her - lots of couples are in the same situation, after postponing their day multiple times - are now gearing up for the big moment...so knowing you are not alone in feeling all the feels is so important!We chatted about online expectation pressures, wedding dress choices, how to keep a level head throughout the journey and much much more!Stay tuned for part two - wedding bells are ringing!While riding the wedding wave, Olivia has also written and produced her first book!Find Your light is a book for anyone who wants to practise self-love, feel more confident inside and out, and overcome the challenges that can hold us all back from finding our light.Available for pre-order today, with release on November 30th = head on over to https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/WDGPoJ and grab yourself a copy!Follow Olivia over at @oliviamollyrogers See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Almost at the end of another week lovers - very much looking forward to a weekend full of friends, family and restaurant dining! Go you good thing Victoria!!!!We get many requests about the difference between marquee weddings and venue weddings. What do couples need to think about? How much more is the cost when you are a D.I.Y couple? And who runs the day when you don't have a venue manager? All these questions and more is touched on in our episode today!To see more of our incredible couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme of two along the way to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow our host wedding planner and stylist Laura at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, for Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How are we another week closer to Christmas?! (oh yeap - we are so going there!) Happy Monday lovers!Today's chat on The You and Me Podcast is with the incredible DJ/producer powerhouse that is Dara Hayes, more commonly know to you perhaps as @djtigerlilyDara was so generous with her time, taking a morning out of her busy tour schedule to chat to us about planning a wedding and contesting with COVID during the process.Does a professional DJ produce music for her own wedding? Is it easy to find caterers when you are a vegan and your soon to be husband eats it all? What about the ideal location - does it exist and how do you eliminate disappointment and choose the path of least resistance when deciding on your chosen wedding journey?We are looking so forward to chatting to Dara in a few months time after she and Scott have tied the knot for good! Stay tuned for how this incredible day pans out for these two love birds!Follow Dara over at @djtigerlily and keep an eye out for her Sydney concert release dates!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday is creeping closer lovers!When you think about strippers where does your mind automatically go to? Ours - straight to Canning Tatum in THAT movie Magic Mike with THAT song by Ginuwine...we know you are all humming along right now! ;)But we do pose the question - are strippers really outdated? Would you have them at your hens party? What about at your partners bucks party?! And how about drag - is this something we think is on trend or does it miss the mark?To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another week roles around lovers! We hope you had a magical weekend!Today's guest on The You and Me Podcast is vice president of @covet_pr and @power_digital Kira Mackenzie!Kira and Austin met via the modern day conventional method - tinder! and became fast lovers, moving through a speed dating type of meeting, to an Amalfi Coast proposal in quick succession!An Insta worthy proposal shot, a memory that was secret to them for just a moment and an initial overseas wedding idea that, when COVID hit - made them pivot to somewhere in between - not an elopement and not a big wedding - this uber luxe dinner party is one that speaks to our souls!The chairs, the location, the colour palette - so many swoon worth moments from Kira and Austin's wedding day - we chat to Kira all about her excel spreadsheets and beg for her wedding Spotify playlists! One episode not to miss!Follow Kira over at @kiramackenzie + businesses @covet_pr @power_digitalTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fun day Thursday lovers!What a fun episode we have for you today!!!Polls on Instagram can be SO much fun - and today we dissect the top 10 "wedding traditions" that people want to DITCH OR KEEP?!White wedding dresses? Programs at your ceremony? Traditional gift registries? The people have spoken and we chat all about why we think you should ditch or keep these traditions!EPISODE PARTNER - WHO IS ELIJAHBefore we get into today's episode of The you and Me Podcast, we wanted to take a moment to introduce to you our newest podcast partner, Who is Elijiah perfumery.Who is elijah is an independent Australian luxury fragrance house that is defying conventions with its modern take on perfumery. Founded in 2018 by Sydney resident Raquel Bouris, who is elijah is designed to be worn by anyone, no matter their gender identity.Each who is elijah fragrances are hand bottled and packaged by their small team in Sydney, with sustainable and ethical values that drive this brand & team. Each of the four fragrances has a unique scent profile, inspired by Raquel's own experiences and travels as well as universally relatable moments in life.Who is Elijah is offering our lovers a free discovery set with every new purchase made at who is Elijah.com.auEnter DISCOVERYYOUANDME sat the checkout to receive yours!Terms and conditions apply. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Monday lovers!We hope everyone had an amazing weekend - and are looking forward to bringing in the week with a magical episode!Today's guest on The You and Me Podcast is founder and director of PR agency for contemporary brands The Audience Agency and mother of (almost) 2 little ladies, Montarna Pitt!Picking a wedding venue based on first sight alone (not even a visit in the flesh from the groom to begin with!) was the first box Montarna ticked on the planning journey. Their wedding planner After The Rock introduced Montarna to the incredible Redleaf, Wollombi - a European-esc vibe best enjoyed on a warm summers day - which is exactly what they got!Dressed by Israeli designer Inbal Dror from Helen Rodrigues Bridal and feed by Cook and Waiter, Montarna and Nick created their dream day from the ground up - with all details brought in by the couple and their team.Super special moments were littered through their wedding day - with a pretty special surprise for all guests including Nick, when Montarna organised for her to walk down the aisle to live bagpipes playing Flower of Scotland, a nod to family heritage and what kicked off a weekend long of celebrations with their closest family and friends!Follow Montarna over at @montarnapitt + business @theaudienceagencyTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Thursday lovers!Time for WEDDING PLANNING Q+A and time for part 2 of our styling hacks episode!!!Its in our human DNA to want to get the most out of what we are investing, however lets be real, sometimes we don't have the am out of money needed to be able to fulfil our dreams.How many of us have have planned a Pinterest wedding, but also planned a realistic wedding?! Im going to0 be tipping this is the majority of us! And its not that its a bad thing - having goals for your wedding day is super important however channeling your spends in the right areas that is going to make the biggest difference c an be a really hard feat! So today we put some theories down on where we suggest your investments should lie.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors and a meme or two, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner + stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creative.For the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourneyTODAYS EPISODE PARTNERInvesting back into the Australian and New Zealand local wine makers markets, Naked Wines makes the decision to spoil yourself and your loved ones with some incredibly deliciously local wines all the more easier!I mean - Wine not really….?! From grape vine to glass - reds, whites or roses - no one is left behind and you know that when buying from Naked Wines, you are supporting those who aim to produce the highest quality wine, independently and deliver - direct to your door for a fraction of the cost.Your lover can be your bestie, your fiance…even yourself and right now, Naked Wines are offerings our lovers $100 off your first case because we all need that kind of positivity in our lives!!Use the online code FORTHELOVERS at Naked Wines be prepared to make this a regular investment into supporting your local economy - and yourselves!Head on over to nakedwines.com.au/FORTHELOVERS now! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back and boy do we have the episode to begin season five with a BANG!One of the most requested weddings we have ever had - today we chat to the incredible Steph Miller - wife, new mamma, model and co-founder of Keep It Cleaner, the world wide phenomenon that takes a holistic approach to wellness and delivers a happy + healthier relationship with your lifestyle, fitness and nutrition - designed for everybody and every body. Steph and Josh are more than high school sweethearts - these two cuties met almost 15 years ago, with Steph taking horse riding lessons with Josh's sister - who, like her, was in the area as her family had purchased a holiday property on the Murray for the summers to come.Falling madly in love at first sight, Steph and Josh waded through the young years, navigated a long distance relationship, careers and travel - all for Josh to round out the time together by proposing back where it all started, at his family farm on the Murray River.Steph and Josh opted for a late Spring/early Summer wedding, knowing they wanted the picturesque views and the warm balmy weather but also wanted this celebration to be the kick-starter for the remaining summer festivities! Steph worked with the surrounds of the grounds to help dictate colour palette and styling vibes, and chose to incorporate the colours into their dress code for guests - making for an incredible vision. Slipping into her second dress for the evening for her first dance, Steph and Josh created life long memories with their friends and family dancing under the moonlight, well into the early hours of the morning.TODAYS EPISODE PARTNERKeep it Cleaner was founded by today's special guest Steph Claire Smith and Business partner + long-time friend Laura Henshaw.KIC as it is affectionally known for, is for everybody and every body. Through a holistic approach to wellness they are here to help you make sustainable long-term changes towards a healthier, happier lifestyle. Keep It Cleaner gives you access to hundreds of workouts, receipes, meditations and more - all in one app. If you'd like to try - then you're in luck! The You and Me Podcast is teaming with KIC to offer you, your first month FREE! Sign up at keepitcleaner.com, select the monthly subscription and use the code 'BRIDAL' to get one month free (usually $19.49).Terms and conditions apply.One free month is available to members who sign up via www.keepitcleaner.com, select the monthly subscription ($19.49/month) and enter the promo code (BRIDAL). Valid credit card details are required. Keep it Cleaner will commence charging your credit card at the end of your free month unless you cancel your subscription prior. Cancellation is free, cancel anytime. Offer ends 24/10/2021.The code will only work via the website, and once you have a subscription, you can download the app and log in. The code will not work if they sign up via the app. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We hope your start to the new week is going well lovers!Before we even were privy to her incredible nuptials in Byron Bay (which, by the way, took us to Europe and back with its total vibe and we are so very here for that right now!) we were sold on her engagement ring, A now iconic design - Natasha Chipman of Natasha Schweitzer blew us all away with her unique and impeccable taste - so of course we knew that her wedding to husband Kieran would be nothing short of the same sophisticated glamour.Two very busy professionals, trying to tie down time to even begin the wedding planning process was tough - however one visit to Rae's on Wategos - they knew it was the place! Byron Bay held such fond memories for them - it was hard to see the day any where else!However like so many couples over the last 18 months, the constant changing landscape meant that Natasha and Kieran had to reassess once Covid came into play and restricted their guests numbers and date availability.With support of their incredible wedding vendors, they found a new date, changed venue, increased the guest list to envelope ALL their favourite people, and created a day encapsulating the romantic south of France vibes that Deux Belettes gives to each person lucky enough to visit.Long tables, French champagne and moonlit dancing - old world elegance for a modern day couple.Follow Natasha over at @natashachipman and swoon over her + sister Alex's jewellery brand @natashaschweitzerTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hip hip hooray to the start of a new week lovers!As far as New Zealand weddings go - we cannot get enough of the incredible landscape the country offers, the unique creatives the wedding industry presents and the ever evolving fashion their couples embrace!In today's REAL BRIDE episode we chat to Gracie Taylor-Hitchcock all about her wedding weekend to now husband Ali which was held picturesque New Zealand.A few hairy moments in their planning journey added to the "COVID couple" experience, however Gracie + Ali were able to secure their dream day in between lockdowns and the rest of what a couple has to contend with over the last 18 months!One of the things that drew us to wanting to chat with Gracie in the first place was her unique style and flawless take on a modern yet old-world concept for her wedding day accessories. Gracie wore statement sheer gloves, and a bespoke personalised headpiece. Having a friend who was a milliner allowed Gracie to design her head band around her dress concept - utilising fabric, design ideas and unique elements to become more than a fashion accessory, it took her whole look to the next level.Follow Gracie Taylor-Hitchcock at @gracie_taylor_ Listen to Gracie on her podcast @thegirlsuninterupted Drool over new hubby Ali's food creations over at @hitch.cooksTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hope the sun is shining down on you all today lovers!Today's REAL BRIDE episode features television presenter, journalist and producer Emma Vosti who married her beau Dan in the most magical setting at Cadella Park in rural Victoria.Rewinding right back to the very first move in their relationship (let it be known - Emma was the instigator here ;) a Christmas catch up was the beginning of their love story - from there, a quick 10 months before they were engaged and a lightening fast 4 months until they wed! A quickly evolving relationship for some, however when you have the same core values, beliefs and life goals - why wait when you know?!Emma approached her wedding planning journey with a clear goal, hired an army of incredible wedding vendors and had a spreadsheet to end all spreadsheets that guided her calmly through each individual booking. Placing her trust and support in her vendors to create magic for her on her wedding day - this marriage, which was the first at the venue, has set the bar for those to come and created a lifelong memory for Emma and Dan to be able to share with their growing failing, including little babe Jack.Follow Emma Vosti at @emmavosti and watch her currently hosting the 2020 Paralympic Games live from Tokyo!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Monday lovers!You'll never believe this weeks REAL BRIDE episode and what they forgot to bring with them to their airport!!! (Hint - its long and white and the bride wears this on their wedding day!!!!!) Globe trotting couple Sabina + Lino chose to marry in gorgeous Mykonos. Planning their dream day from afar, around the current global pandemic, they were able to gather just under 100 of their closest friends and family together for a celebration that will be remembered for years to come!Sabina and Lino chose Soho Rock House in Mykonos to host their dream day, Due to COVID shutting down their ability to visit the venue prior to their wedding - they were required to pull together all elements only the week before (imagine!!!) when they first arrived on the island. Luckily for them with an incredibly positive attitude, a touch of good luck, a super helpful wedding planner and an amazingly accomodating venue were able to bring to life their dream day!Follow Sabina Nilsson at @sabinabernerTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another Thursday rolls around which means - its time for WEDDING PLANNING Q+A!On today's episode we discuss how to create your dream day, while still being able to afford that brunch of avocado on toast! Weddings can be one of a couple's largest life investments - and so we thought what better topic to do our Q+A on, than styling! Hacks, tips and DO NOT's - we cover the most important 1%-ers to get you going and prevent an all out blowout.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A fresh Monday means brand new brides, weddings, stories and advice to prep you for the week ahead!Today on the show, we interview fellow podcaster and host of Mamamia's You Beauty podcast, Kelly McCarren.Where do we start with this epic conversation?! This chat brings out ALLLLL the feels for couples who are going along their wedding planning journey with a hop and a skip - until - DA DUM... disaster strikes!Not once, not twice - not even three times - but for Kelly, a process that felt to be like a constant 100m hurdle race in which you fall down at each jump!Bushfires, double bookings, road closures, supplier cancellations and friendship implosions - the race to be wed was not as smooth sailing as one would have hoped for!However the moral of the story here is at the end of the day, you marry your best friend. Nothing can stand in your way, and nothing cannot be fixed without a shot of tequila and a late night boogie with your besties!!!Follow Kelly McCarren at @kelly_mccarren + @youbeautypodcast and listen to her over on the You Beauty podcast on all your main streaming platforms.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Thursday lovers!Today is a good day - its time for WEDDING PLANNING Q+A!!!Nothing new here - we are answering your questions, the HIT LIST is back - nothing is ever off limits and differing opinions always make the best conversations! Today we chat about whether stylists and suppliers have an "average" cost and how do people know what they should invest, which supplier should they book first - is there a right one to go to first and when do they book out? And finally our listeners ask US, Laura and Andie, what pieces of advice WE have from our experiences for couples about to tie the knot!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy Monday lovers!Its always such fun releasing episodes that we know you guys are just going to absolutely ADORE and today is no different!The ever gorgeous Erin Holland joins us on the pod to chat COVID-19 related postponements (which these newly weds had to sadly endure two times before they got down the aisle!) a rush trip for their suppliers to cross state borders in time to deliver before shut down for their wedding and how J'Aton Couture created her dream dress using 100 year old Parisian lace from, of all things, a table cloth!The end result was a celebration with their star studded guest line up which proved that the wait was well worth the reward!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back for season 4 of The You and Me Podcast Q+As, and today we are re-introducing The HIT LIST. Back by popular demand, we answer your questions - nothing is ever off limits and differing opinions always make the best conversations! Today we chat about the right way to 'un-invite' guests to your wedding, how to respectfully reject a supplier when you have decided to go with another option and once again - bridesmaids come into question - pressing issues that couples have with their bridal party!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back lovers!We are so excited to bring to you season 4 of The You and Me Podcast and we return with one of THE MOST fun interviews we have ever had!!!Nadia Fairfax joins us for lots of laughs, hot tips, what NOT to waste your time on and how to improvise when Mother Nature decides to rain on your parade.Meeting at a mutual friends wedding, Nadia and Michael fell head over heals in love, inseparable for the entire weekend, and both knew, pretty early on, that they were each others 'one'.Michael proposed in an intimate setting and at a time where other commitments in their calendar required their full attention - the incredible news was kept between just the two of them for a time, something that Nadia wholeheartedly recommends couples do if they can!A lavish Sydney oasis played host to their lunchtime nuptials, Nadia and Michael contended with the mother of all downpours directly after their ceremony, forcing them to move inside, play a few games and enjoy a cocktail with their guests. Come reception time, the clouds parted and the sun shone down on the gorgeous couple.Finishing their most memorable day ever partying on a boat in the harbour, Nadia and Michael danced the night away with their closest friends, ringing in married life in style.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A is brought to you by The Bridal Journey and Wanderlust Creative. On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A, we discuss the many advantages and options when hosting a cocktail wedding! What to include and what to definitely consider not doing. How the flow of the day can differ to that of a sit down wedding - and how to fill the time when you are not sitting for a three course meal. Music choices, photo booths and the dreaded question - will your guests go hungry!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Marina Magri, who not even a month ago married her beau Carl in an incredible celebration in the heart of Melbourne, Victoria.Marina and Carl dated for 4 years before going on an amazing European getaway in 2019. After a rocky start with their luggage being misplaced after their flight (and unbeknownst to Marina - a lost engagement ring amongst this!!) Carl proposed over in Malta with Marina's family present to celebrate this incredible milestone!Back from overseas and right into the planning process - Marina and Carl began to source and secure all their suppliers through their venue Metropolis, which allowed a very smooth and streamlined process.Marina chose to enlist a custom design creation from Oglia Loro, which allowed her to create with them her dream dress, one that had detachable sleeves, eluding to a second style of dress for her reception - without Marina having to change her outfit at all!Picking May 2021, they dodged COVID restrictions, set backs, snap lock downs and boarder closures to be able to celebrate with their loved loves on a stunning Autumn day.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we chat about the one thing that you can not control on your wedding day - the weather! What happens when it rains? What happens if its too hot?! So many plans need to be made to accomodate Mother Nature - so day we give some tips and advice on what to do if extreme weather impact your wedding day!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Prue Richardson, who married her partner Tom in a stunning rain forest wedding in the hinterland of NSW.Tom proposed to Prue on a holiday in New York City. After a helicopter ride in the depths of winter - which was not Prue's pick on the "to do list" , Tom surprised her after 9 years together and then celebrated with their friends on a holiday in America to remember!Planning a wedding in under 6 months, Prue and Tom had to change to change their date once due to covid and being located in a state that was NOT their venue's, however with the restrictions finally comparable - they were able to secure all the same suppliers...just a little later in the year!Working for DISSH in the marketing department - Prue was able to utilise Byron Bay Weddings and Courtney Moore from Joy Creative to bring together her vision and creative aesthetic for her wedding day!Nitty gritty details were so important for Prue to be able to get right, and organise - the more steam-lined the processes, the more co-ordinated the day was to be, and the more she could rest easy for her wedding day!A stunning outdoor setting, enabling their guests to get the full experience of the Byron Bay Hinterland, Prue and Tom created a memorable day that allowed everyone, after the crazy covid year, to enjoy just being together!For more from our episode sponsor The French Door, please head over to their website: https://www.thefrenchdoor.com.au/ or instagram @thefrenchdoor_To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A - we dissect the most asked question that came through our Instagram poles and all the relating advice. Florals. Flowers, Flos. Blooms. Whatever you call them - they are a talking point of contention with so many couples!We debunk some myths and share some advice on how best to approach your floral investment.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Sandra Kim, owner of Mikcardnas (nee-car-na), a luxurious handmade knit bag/accessories company based in New Your City who married now husband Tim in one of New York's finest event spaces, The Foundry.Sandra and Tim met through mutual friends at a college party, and were together for 8 years, before Tim popped the question secretly (to Sandra anyway ;) surrounded by their family at a lakeside cabin in upstate New York.With family based in both New York and Philadelphia, Sandra and Tim knew that one of those locations would be the site for their wedding day. After much deliberation - they couldn't go past The Foundry in NY - known for its nod to the aesthetics of a countryside European villa, something not found in many venues locally, the courtyard especially caught Sandra's eye, large scale brick walls with sweeping growing ivy - a real anomaly in amongst a city full like spaces.Sandra utilised Instagram to find some of her key suppliers such as Lucie Weddings, Ripple Weddings and florist Oh Fluer, understanding the importance of being drawn to an aesthetic and mood of each vendor to work together to help create their dream day!Locking eyes on each other from opposite ends of the aisle - a moment to remember in a day filled with love for Sandra and Tim.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A - we focus on FAMILY! The good, the bad and the ugly…your family, your partners family - what happens if they don't get along and how involved should they be with your big day?!We chat Mother In Law's and their sometimes treacherous meddling and how to honour those members that are no longer with us on your special day.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Julia Lomas, director at Lomaskerr, a public relations and brand advocacy company based in New Zealand. Julia married her beau Jeremy in an inner city celebration, in Queenstown, on the South Island of NZ.Originally planning for the overseas euro summer dream, Julia + Jeremy had decided, and completely organised their wedding day in Copenhagen fort July 2020...but of course, with all that the world had to content with that year, this was not meant to be, and they had to make the heartbreaking decision to cancel their wedding in Denmark, a place full of memories and experiences for them and hold a similar styled version of their dream back home.With so many magical spaces right at their back door, their first stop was Jack's point, wild and so very picturesque, it's backdrop is New Zealand captured in one image. A dress change, a location change and a full wedding day vibe change later, Julia and Jeremy ended back up in Queenstown itself, channeling the likeness of their original plan in Copenhagen for their reception.Enjoying the perks of having a reception hosted by the luxurious hotelier group at Eichardt's Hotel, Jeremy and Jules, dined and danced the night away in the epitome of style.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A - the HIT LIST we chat about the gift of giving! Is asking for cash awkward or does it put people in a precarious position? Do you give more to family than friends? Would you still give a physical present if they specifically asked for cash?What is a reasonable amount to pay a vendor for a booking fee? Why are booking fees non-refunadable? Can you break contracts with your suppliers - and if you do - Also discussed is the purpose of Save The Dates - do you need? Why would you have them? Are they the same as an invitation?All this and more on today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Crystal Kimber, who married her beau Andy in a gorgeous celebration held under the stars in regional Victoria, channeling all the mid summer European vibes!Crystal channelled her inspiration, and the beginnings of her creative process with the inspiration of Poppy Delevingne's floral wedding dress - so on the hunt she went! Not wanting her dress to look like a representation of grandma's curtains, a long process followed before Crystal sourced and secured a fabric that, based solely off a small swatch, created her dream gown! Statement sleeves, a bold yet untraditional choice of colour (check out the blush!) and pairing it all back with a simple yet long scale white tulle train ensured that she was able to have all her guests in a white/neutral dress code - and be able to enjoy her pop of power florals for her dream day!Not without their challenges, which included a kitchen that decided to cease in the middle of meal prep! (book a back up generator for your back up generator team!) and a slight (60ml) flash flood the night before - nothing stopped these two from celebrating their love with their closest friends and family.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

DISCLAIMER This episode of the You and Me Podcast contains discussions on domestic violence and sexual assault,If you need help or you have experienced violence or sexual assault and require immediate or ongoing assistance, call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), to talk to a counsellor from the National Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence hotline. If you are concerned for your safety or that of someone else, please contact the Police in your state or territory or call 000 for emergency assistance. On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we delve into the area of contractual agreements with suppliers.What is a reasonable amount to pay a vendor for a booking fee? Why are booking fees non-refunadable? Can you break contracts with your suppliers - and if you do - what is the process? Is there a contract etiquette where you can't ask for your money back?All this and more on today's episode of wedding planning Q+A.If you wanted to see more from artist RONE, please visit @r_o_n_eTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Laura Cole, who married her beau Aidan in a gorgeous intimate setting, surrounded by 30 of their closest people in regional Victoria.Laura and Aidan were booked in for a large scale marquee wedding with close to 200 guests when COVID hit and changed their plans dramatically.Understanding the risk of such a large gathering having the potential to not go ahead with how turbulent the year 2020 was, Laura and Aidan made the incredibly tough decision, like many in their position during the past year, to postpone their large scale event, and opt for a smaller celebration with their closest friends and family.To be able to achieve this new option, they had to source a new venue + even some new suppliers than those they had originally booked, and change their entire outlook on what they thought their day would be initially to what is what actually now going to look like.Scaling back the guest numbers allowed Laura and Aidan to invest in premium details throughout their celebration, with a focus on being able to indulge with their guests and really create an atmosphere that not only celebrated them as a couple getting married, but also their love for those in the room with them!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we get stuck into what people have asked are bridesmaids duties!!!Firstly - do we think that the bridal party of either bride or groom should have jobs or duties?! And if so - how much can you really ask of them?We chat about contractual agreements with suppliers and how to be mindful of payment cut off dates and what a booking fee is actually covers and why it is generally non-refundable, even in a pandemic and how to you keep your M.I.L out of your wedding morning prep when she has the tendency to stress you out!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Chantelle Stanton, who, married her partner Tanner in a gorgeous outdoor marquee reception ain regional Victoria.Chantelle, a Melbourne model and Tanner a primary school teacher met when they were teenagers, traveling the world together, and building a house before becoming engaged and finally marrying in the summer of 2021.With Chantelle's current occupation - she had her hands on the pulse for all her supplier choices, and knew exactly the team she wanted to surround herself with on her wedding day, as so many prior working relationships were able to fall together for her special day!An incredible process with wedding dress designer Mariana Hardwick was documented by wedding day photographers Lost In Love where Mariana and Chantelle created her dream silhouette for her ceremony, which can be found on their Instagram page and gives everyone an insight into the process that creative teams go through to make your wedding dress dreams a reality.A stunning summers day, Chantelle and Tanner danced the night away with all their guests under a clear marquee under the stars.To see the process of the creation of Chantelle's wedding dress, please visit @marianahardwickTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are wrapping it up for another season, our biggest one yet - big guests, big conversations and lots of laughs!Today we chat about gifting and spending, how to ask your bridal party without being cliché and when is the best time to change dresses during your wedding day!Thank YOU again for joining us on this journey! We could not do this without you - such amazing listeners that spur us on to bring the best weddings to you!We will be back on Monday 3rd May with season 3 + kicking off in style with the incredible Chantelle Stanton joining us to chat all about her wedding day!!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Hanna Forrest, who, married her partner Robbie in a gorgeous outdoor ceremony + extended cocktail reception at The Royal Perth Yacht Club.Hanna and Robbie met at university, and were engaged fairly early on in their relationship, with a proposal at home, utilising their gorgeous dog to help Robbie pop the question!4 years engaged before they decided to actually begin the process, and with a little help along from a well meaning friend - Hanna decided to take the plunge, buy a dress off the rack from Net-a-porter and begin the search for the rest of her suppliers!As Robbie had always been an avid sailor, they married at Royal Perth Yacht Club, keeping their aesthetic crisp and chic with classic whites and greens.Hanna lets us know about her beauty routine in the lead up to the big day, what emphasis she placed on choosing her suppliers and why a first look is an amazing opportunity for you both to reduce some tension and give you more time with your guests!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we circle back to the episode that you all love the most - The Hit List!Neon signs - is there a new 'cooler' alternative and hens days ideas - what is something that no-one else is doing?!COVID contracts and wedding insurance comes up and we have a discussion on the benefits of hiring a wedding planner to navigate that space.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Brit Selwood, who married her sweetheart Geelong Cats superstar Joel Selwood at a friends property in regional Victoria in the summer of 2020.Joel is by far the most romantic one of the pair, and created a secret proposal with the help of Campbell Point House, an incredible European inspired chateau style of accommodation, located in regional Victoria, Australia. Brit though she was going to a photoshoot there to promote their new availabilities and offerings, and turned around during the shoot to Joel down on one knee!Brit and Joel were lucky enough to have friends who own a horse stud, and were able to set up their dream day amongst the European style garden's with the help of local planner, Laura Harvey. Brit had a very strong idea of the specific suppliers she wanted to include in her wedding day, and the likes of Hum Drum Films and Joey and Jase were there to capture all the magical details!Brit suggests to all brides planning their wedding day to embrace the crazy if the crazy comes along! Guests can see a bride or groom's aprehension and a vibe is created with how much fun the couple getting married are actually having themselves, and so she says, let your hair down, set the tone of your own wedding and enjoy the moment!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Charlotte Viney, who got married AFL footballer Jack Viney at Mitchelton Wines in Victoria's high country.Charlotte + Jack were high school sweethearts and married pre-COVID alongside over 100 of their closest friends and family during the summer of 2019.Being an organised person, Charlotte decided to plan her wedding herself, leaning on the local recommendations from her wedding co-ordinator at Mitchelton Wines, and some solid Instagram research!The search for the dress was not necessarily the smoothest process, with Charlotte finally settling on enlisting the custom design of Oglia-Loro, who added crystals and feathers, sheer details and cut outs - and an incredible second dress change allowed her to push creative boundaries!Charlotte shares with us some insights of planning a wedding herself, and some tips on how to remain calm when little things pop up to try and shake the narrative!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are looking at those pesky wedding "must haves"Do you really need to have that wedding cake that your mother in law wants you too?Must you really invite those people your parents are friends with yet you haven't since you were 15?This episode answers those questions that you have that may be awkward to ask, or seem like they should just “BE” part of your wedding, regardless if you want them there or not!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Laura Johns, who married her beau Jack at the incredible The Wildflower in Perth.Laura and Jack met at school leavers, on Rottnest Island, and shortly after started dating - bringing their relationship to a decade before an engagement was on the cards!Laura works within the jewellery industry - PR + events for @linneys_jewellery and so was able to create with Jack her dream ring, after Jack proposed with a loose diamond which allowed Laura to work in a design alongside him and be involved within the entire process!With their proposal in Tasmania, it was only fitting that Jack and Laura decided to get married at the incredible MONA - however with COVID hitting the week of their wedding, they had to shift their focus once realising that it was not going anywhere for a while - and decided to reduced their 100+ guest list to a smaller, more intimate wedding in their home town of Perth.Starting again at square one, they planned their new wedding in four months - and decided to have the big party when all goes back to a new normal in the near future.24 guests were invited to their intimate wedding, at the Wildflower Perth, enjoying degustation dining and a big end experience. Laura works within the events space, and so allowed her to be able to have the prior knowledge of who and what she wanted for her wedding day - and hand pick premium vendors to finish the experience for her and Jack's wedding day,To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are acknowledging all those wedding planning hiccups, and how to approach them with style!Are you able to invite someone to your engagement but NOT your wedding?What readings can your loved ones offer if you don't want them to be overly religious at the ceremony?What happens if you run out of alcohol on a private property wedding?!These questions, and more, are answered on todays episode!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Philly Smirk, owner of @phillysmirkdesign, a graphic design studio based in Sydney, NSW.Philly decided to take fate into her own hands, and, once laying eyes on Milos across a bowls club bar, walked right on over and offered to buy him a drink! Sensing his calming and honest nature, Philly took the leap and approach a more traditional Milos - who made the point to buy the first drink., however the rest , as they say, is history!Philly and Milos decided they first wanted to bring all their loved ones to Sydney and rent a property on Sydney Harbour - really be able to show their interstate and international guests the essence of Sydney - however with Philly wanting a garden styled wedding - none of the harbour properties quiet got it right - and so Philly stumbled across their incredible wedding venue, family home Somerley House @somerleys.weddings on Instagram and all their boxes were ticked in the one space!With Philly's solid background in graphic design, and her intimate knowledge of which colour palette she wanted, and what styling idea's she envisioned - she connected with the incredible Dani from @themakehaus_ and together they created the most amazing nod to Europe in Australia that they could with a colour palette that included rich honey tones and soft dusty blues.To see more of Philly's graphic design work - head on over to @phillysmirkdesignTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are coming back to where we left off last week - discussing the difference between wedding planners + wedding stylists! There can be so much grey area between the two - and throw in a on-the-day coordinator, or a venue event manager - we understand it can all become a little overwhelming!!!Part two of our discussion touches on the the essential aspect of the two - do you actually need a stylist or a planner to have a wedding and what are the pros and cons of both situations? If you have a venue co-ordinator - do they do the same thing as a planner?And why it is absolutely essential to have a connection with your suppliers - no matter who they are!!!!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Lauren Rote, co-founder of active and comfort label @allgoodfeels Lauren and Edmond met through friends and while both decided to keep each other in the 'friend zone' for the first little while, after 8 years together, Edmond was able to completely take Lauren by surprise and proposed to her at the end of a trip to Cabo together, working behind the scenes to have Lauren's family there for their 'engagement', unbeknown to the bride to be until the exact moment!Enlisting the services of a wedding planner from the beginning, Lauren utilised her knowledge and experience to guide the way, while delving deep into the world of Instagram to find her dream team for her wedding day.With suppliers such as photographer @jordanroth , dress designer @galiahlahav and florist @uniqueflroaldesigns - her wedding to Edmond held at the incredible @hummingobridnestevents oozed the sophisticated paired back elegance that Lauren herself possesses in both life and business.To see more from Lauren's active and comfort label - head on over to @allgoodfeelsTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Jasmine Lindsay, founder and owner of @jasmineandwilla timeless sleepwear label, designed for the contemporary Australian family.Jasmine and Sam met as Jasmine returned to Australia from living O/S, in the modern love story way - online :) Engaged within the year, they decided they were both there for the same reason, and wed not long later, in a small elopement with two of their closest (local!) family members, in Palm Beach, Qld.First planning on Tuscany, yet having the COVID postponement on their watch, Jasmine decided that instead of wearing the original dress she had planned for her Tuscan wedding - she'd get her mothers wedding dress shipped to her for her big day instead and bring them close to her that way.With her mum loving Stephanie Seymour so much in her Guns N Roses wedding dress - there was no surprise that Jasmine asked for the dress that she could chop and create into a mini for her day!The fabric ended up being too delicate, yet Jasmine and the team at @j.andreatta decided to source the polka dot tulle from her mothers dress instead and create a mini that was a little bit her mum, a little bit Jasmine, and a little bit Guns N Roses November Rain.To see more from Jasmine's timeless sleepwear label - head on over to @jasmineandwillTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are discussing a topic that comes up most when we place a Q+A on our insta feed - what is the difference between a wedding planner and a wedding stylist? Part one, as this will be a two part episode series has questions on the table such as what do they actually do, how much 'should' they cost and when should you book them in?There are many jobs that overlap in the two services, and yet - they are so vastly different when it comes to the depth of service they provide. It is natural to be somewhat confused at first - however we hash out all the surface details so that you can decide which option is best for you!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Liv Koennecke (nee Flanagan), founder and owner of @maison_essentielea luxurious and sustainable sleep and lounge wear label, designed to take you from evening to morning - day-in, day-out.Felix and Liv meet in middle school, yet went different directions until the end of high school where their worlds aligned, and brought them back together, this time for good!They were together for 7 years, and were not shy with their desire to get engaged and wed, however Felix still managed to surprise Liv with a proposal on their favourite walk from Bondi to Bronte, down on the beach.Liv and Felix had always known they wanted an intimate garden party, and enjoyed a short ceremony which allowed for a longer celebration with friends and family. Quality over quantity was Liv's mindset, and she drew on the location of where they were married and lots of research via Pinterest and Instagram to help narrow her style focus, and help encourage only the most meaningful of details to be included.To see more from LIv and her sleep + lounge wear lable - head on over to @maison_essentieleTo see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we touch on the one job that all grooms seem to be given on the wedding planning journey - the choice of entertainment!!!!There is a big difference between a band and a DJ - both appeal to different crowds, their costs are different and their output is different - so how do you choose!Suggestions on the episode today include additional elements to consider should you want to enhance the experience for guests, why you should not change companies/styles of entertainment half way through the night and how to actually choose what style of entertainment will suit your wedding best!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourneyIn order of appearance:Cal Young @calyoungmusicOne More Song Entertainment: @onemoresongdjsDJ Aleks Mac: @dj_aleks_macRutherford Entertainment: @rutherfordentertainmentAndrew Loadsman: @loadsman_musicTobi Tobi: @tobitobi.co See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Christy Baird (now Doxtator) founder and owner of LOHO bride and her wedding to now husband Brian in the magical Palm Springs.Christy wore five different dress options throughout the weekend of her wedding - and who wouldn't when you have access to the amazing designers that she does through her store!Anyone who has visited LOHO BRIDE will know that Christy does not do traditional. The store's name is an acronym for "League Of Her Own" and Christy lived up to that sentiment and more when she married co founder and entrepreneur Brian Doxtator. Christy and Brian picked Palm Springs as their destination of choice for their wedding day - keeping the wow of the venue the main focus, and entertaining guests with a relaxed yet elegant affair.A pool party, a recovery brunch and rehearsal drinks at a reminiscent old dive bar, the pair enjoyed a few days to relax and enjoy the company of their closest friends and family.To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we embrace the THE HIT LIST. An episode of one off quick fire questions from listeners on any wedding related topic.The questions keep coming through to us about your bridal party, so this episode touches on your #bridetribe and issues that some listeners are facing as they navigate with their team! Do you need to include siblings in your bridal party? Can you SACK a bridesmaid and more!To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcastFor a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creativeFor the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourneyAs discussed on the episode, below suppliers in order of appearance:Prunella Flowers - @prunellaflowers Chruchill Events @churchillevents Cadella Park @cadellaparkevents See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.