Podcasts about wedding questions

Have you ever walked away after a conversation, or been driving home and thought:“oh man, I should've stood up for myself” or “I should have said what I really felt” or worse still you couldn't think of anything in the moment but you realise what you should've said afterwards.It's a scientific fact that once you get engaged (maybe 2nd only to when you get pregnant) you'll be on the receiving end of more uncomfortable dare I say STUPID questions than you've ever been asked in your entire life. And they can make you feel uncomfortable, they can be of a private nature, or quite simply no one's business.So today I'm here to help you decide the options available to you.From the high-road, classy replies that neutralise the conversation so you can change topics OR if you've got nothing to lose, the sassy, spicy, sarcastic retorts that, for sure, burn bridges, but also let people know that you're not playing.And at the end of the episode, I'll also be sharing some all-rounder replies that work for pretty much anything—responses that let you stay cool, calm, collected, and come out of it smelling like roses, no matter what's thrown your way.RESOURCES Send Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*------ This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Easy Name Change.You simply choose which companies you need to notify, and they send you detailed process instructions for each of your companies, plus ready to send forms, letters, and emails, so you just attach your marriage certificate to them and you're done!More info on how to change your name after you get married: https://unbridely.com/blog/name-change-after-marriageTo get $6 off your name change use the promo code UNBRIDELY6 (valid until the end of 2025)  ----- Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:hello@unbridely.com

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In today's episode I get my husband, Jonte, to come onto the podcast and talk a bit about his wedding experience with planning and the big day. We also test out a little surprise that I have coming out soon for Wedding Talk listeners who are currently planning a wedding to help them with some of the tough decisions!  If you are interested in finding out more about them please sign up to the mailbox here. If you have enjoyed this episode please leave a rating and review and pass it on to a friend!

Planning a wedding can be thrilling, but sometimes it throws some serious curveballs. That's where we, Chelsea and Caroline, the Guide Gals, come in! In this special episode, we're ditching the script and opening the vault to answer your burning wedding planning questions. Feeling overwhelmed by guest list drama? Got a venue hiccup? Need a sanity check on your DIY centerpieces? No question is too big or too small! We've seen it all (from the fabulous to the slightly frightful) and we're here to dish out our expert advice and insider tips – with a healthy dose of fun, of course! So, grab a glass of bubbly, pop in your earbuds, and get ready to conquer your wedding woes with The Guide Gals!  We can't wait to hear from you and help you plan the dreamiest day ever. See this episode's show notes on our website and poke around there for more behind-the-scenes details and tips! (oh, and our freebie library is pretty good too)

On Episode 030: “Random Wedding Questions Pt. 2” our LAST episode of season 1 (whoop whoop!) I pulled more of the “random” questions that didn't necessarily fit into a previous episode category and answered as many as I could for you! We cover things like how to say “no kids and no plus 1's” nicely on invites, handling tricky family dynamics and more. Listen in! Your host: Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner  @lemonsandwillowevents  www.lemonsandwillowevents.com Follow along on social media! @dazedandengagedpodcast  SEE YOU IN LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL 2024 FOR THE SEASON 2 DEBUT! Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to dazedandengagedpodcast@gmail.com If you'd like to schedule a personalized one on one wedding consulting call with Taylor Rhyne of Lemons & Willow Event Management, you can book that call at https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

On Episode 029: “Random Wedding Questions Pt. 1” I pulled some of your wedding planning questions that didn't necessarily fit into any of the previous episodes but still deserved answering! I try to theme each episode so it's easy to find information you need, but sometimes I get great questions that don't fit an episode's “theme” and today and next week I wanted to answer as many of those wedding planning questions as I could! This week we cover things like shoes, RSVP dates, whether you should invite people who ASK to be invited, and more.  Your host: Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner  @lemonsandwillowevents  www.lemonsandwillowevents.com Follow along on social media! @dazedandengagedpodcast  Taylor's Music & Book Recommendations This Week: Taylor Swift, Tortured Poet's Department (obviously) - https://open.spotify.com/album/5H7ixXZfsNMGbIE5OBSpcb?si=WnroY2z3QIi0xcy61NCSkQ Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys (or the Cowboy Theme song as the toddler likes to call it) - https://open.spotify.com/track/7nVQ8mo77KaUvhUQzh4vMy?si=638e6442a85a4d95 The Timeless Series by Gabrielle Meyer: Book 1, When The Day Comes: https://amzn.to/4dENcsU Book 2, In This Moment: https://amzn.to/44DkULr Book 3, For A Lifetime: https://amzn.to/4bhQGzQ *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to dazedandengagedpodcast@gmail.com If you'd like to schedule a personalized one on one wedding consulting call with Taylor Rhyne of Lemons & Willow Event Management, you can book that call at https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Ever wondered what engaged couples and wedding enthusiasts are buzzing about on Reddit? Join us for an engaging episode where we dive deep into the most intriguing and insightful wedding questions sourced directly from the online community.In "From the Community: Reddit's Burning Wedding Questions," we explore topics ranging from unconventional ceremony ideas to navigating family dynamics. Our panel of experts and special guests share their perspectives on the candid inquiries that real people are seeking advice on.Whether you're knee-deep in wedding planning or simply curious about the collective wisdom of the online community, this episode is your backstage pass to the unfiltered world of wedding queries. Get ready for a candid, informative, and sometimes humorous exploration of the questions that make wedding planning a shared adventure.

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Communication is key when heading into a wedding day. Jason and Jared dive into FIVE QUESTIONS to ask your couples during your consultations that will set proper expectations and help you shoot better weddings.

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This week on Honest To Pete we continue our wedding conversation with answering your questions. Follow along @honesttopete_

This week on the Wedding Planning Podcast, cozy up and enjoy a sampling of unique wedding scenarios, questions, and curiosities, including: Wedding "decision fatigue" and the priceless value of hindsight, "Conversations with my fiance have been frustrating recently.  We can't seem to agree on anything regarding our budget, guests, or priorities.  What are some ways we can get back on the same page and embrace compromise?" Hiring a day of coordinator - what should we be looking for?  (Visit the episode dated 5/4/22, "Hiring Your Wedding Vendors" for lots more on this topic) DIY flower recommendations - this is an item that's not terribly high on our priority list, what are some of your top tips for doing our own flowers? Help evaluating pros and cons of venues with more or less DIY Is a videographer really worth it?  Any alternate ways to capture video? WEDDING QUESTIONS? Planning a wedding celebration from start to finish comes with countless questions about logistics, feasibility, budgeting, etiquette concerns, just to name a few (I could go on, and on, and on ....) Wouldn't it be nice to talk through your ideas & concerns with a down-to-earth, totally neutral 3rd party who has literally "seen it all" when it comes to weddings? Now you can take advantage of personalized, 1-on-1 calls!  Wedding Strategy Calls are available to book now when you visit wedpodcast.com.  Take advantage of flexible options including monthly subscription pricing, or simply book one call to clarify a few specific questions.   Talk soon! Visit Generation Tux, where you can build your suit & tuxedo looks from home, get free color swatches, a free Home Try-On, AND manage your entire wedding party online. Get professional help planning your dream honeymoon when you email susan@susanstravelservices.com . Don't forget to mention the Wedding Planning Podcast for $50 off your honeymoon OR $200 off your destination wedding!

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Today I'm serving up part two of the listener questions I was asked + my answers. This week's questions cover a bevy of topics including how to handle friends in toxic relationships, setting boundaries with your family during the holidays, dating hopelessness, tips on saving money, my #1 female icon, a Peloton treadmill review and A LOT MORE! I also recap our weekend, including the great dress debacle, my first ever game of Scrabble, the Cowboys game, and my reaction to The White Lotus season 1. Lots to chat about, so dive in! Mentioned in this episode: The A-line dress & the classic black dress Neighborhood Services Lucky's Cafe Scardello's Wine and Cheese Shop The Scrabble board we just bought CeraVe Hydrating Facial Wash & Moisturizing Cream Peloton Treadmill The Salad Bowl game --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thats-what-e-said/support

We did it, guys. We got through my personal wedding season and went through the entire story and came out the other side a little scathed but not too bad. That said, this week I'm ready to move forward and get back to regularly scheduled content which is why I asked you to ask me anything BUT wedding questions, and y'all delivered! I'm talking about pregnancy, health ruts, first dates, lifting for beginners, and Zac and I's approach to home decor. I also recap Thanksgiving week and review All Quiet On The Western Front (movie), Welcome to Chippendale's (show), and Fleishman Is In Trouble (show), and obviously go off on a few tangents because of course. Enjoy! Mentioned in this podcast: Muchacho Tex-Mex Foxtrot Market & Coffee Harris Vintage MegMo Personal Training Sweat with Kayla Itsines Follow That's What E Said on Instagram Check out EMMASTHING.com for more content --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thats-what-e-said/support

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This is Kayla's last show before she is a married woman!!! Producer Maddie has some last minute questions for her before she becomes a Fishman! 

The team discuss how we should we respond when we get invited to a gay wedding and whether it makes a difference if the couple are Christians. They also ponder whether this is something that Christians can agree to disagree on, how we can communicate our decision to the couple, and some of the missional considerations.Resources mentioned and relatedShould I Go to a Gay Wedding? Anne WittonWhat's Wrong With a Permanent, Faithful, Stable Same-Sex Sexual Relationship? Ed ShawShould a Christian Wear a Rainbow Lanyard? Ed ShawShould I attend a Gay Wedding? Phil BarnettShould I Attend the Wedding of a Gay Friend or Family Member? Peter Ould, Eve Tushnet, Lisa Severine Nolland and Sherif Girgis

You have a lot of Covid-related wedding planning questions so we asked epidemiologist Madeline (Maddy) Lewis to help answer them. The post 99. Answering Your Covid Wedding Questions appeared first on Hue I Do • The Black Wedding Podcast.

Show Summary In today’s world, trying to get married has become... a hot mess. So, to all the COVID brides to have been, grooms and wedding professionals: you’re not alone. Welcome to Bride To Have Been, a StudioPod original podcast hosted by Emily Lewis, with the purpose of building a community by sharing the reality of this new normal in the wedding industry. Let’s keep inspiring each other and celebrate the thing we treasure the most: love. The role of a wedding planner is more important than ever right now, they should be like your second mother, says Senior Editor Kim Forrest at The Knot Worldwide. She should know. She has been writing about weddings for nearly 15 years and has been helping The Knot produce stories and content to help couples navigate COVID wedding planning. From setting up a support hotline that has received over 3,000 calls to date to coining terms for all of the new kinds of weddings we’re seeing (minimonies, sequel weddings and anniversary receptions), and even culling data (66% of couples have pushed their weddings to 2021 and 7% have pushed to 2022) Kim and her team have been working nonstop to make their couples feel special and supported throughout one of the biggest milestones in their lives.  Jump straight into: (02:18) - How Kim Forrest got into writing about weddings - “The wedding industry, it's been really exciting and again, [I] just love writing about love.” (06:32) - How The Knot is working behind the scenes to support couples - “It was just a matter of talking to to vendors who were really on the ground, we talked to health experts, we really did the legwork to make sure that we were giving our couples the most up-to-date and the most helpful information out there.” (11:10) - Why they started the hotline - “It's been really a safe space for couples to ask for advice from experts and to vent and to just kind of hear a friendly voice.” (17:13) - When couples were rescheduling for  - “66% pushed to 2021, 7% pushed to 2022, and then there are people who are not sure, and people who rescheduled till later in 2020.” (23:15) - Kim on COVID wedding trends - “There are a lot of trends that we're seeing. For 2021 wedding trends, the sort of theme I came up with was smaller but bigger. So the guest list is smaller, but that means that a lot of the other elements of a wedding are bigger.” (27:44) - On couples feeling guilty about wedding planning during the pandemic - “Because weddings are such a happy thing, and with so much happening in the world, one can feel guilty for planning a wedding during this time. That could seem frivolous. So we really tried to help couples see that it's not something to feel guilty for.” (29:13) - The importance of celebrating anyway - “Having these moments of joy, they mean a lot to people, they really do. And I think that there's a lot of good in that. So I understand of course why people feel that guilt and feel that wide range of emotions, but I do think that people also need to be able to feel those moments of joy.” Resources https://www.theknot.com/content/covid19-help (The Knot's Official Guidebook for COVID-19 Wedding Help) The Knot’s support hotline: (833) 998-2865 Follow https://www.instagram.com/theknot/ (The Knot )on Instagram Thanks for listening! Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/bridetohavebeen (Instagram), don’t forget to use the #COVIDBrideTribe, and feel free to send us your COVID wedding stories. Bride To Have Been is a podcast brought to you by https://www.giveagiftpod.com/ (GiftPod) and produced at https://www.studiopodsf.com/ (StudioPod). Edits were made at https://nodalab.com/ (Nodalab) and music was produced by https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ugRqsUUkY3Dxc35llDO07?si=4eTLwb3CT_SDuXuBbEDNAw (GaryOAKland). Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and share with all of your fellow brides.

Welcome to the very first Wedding Q&A of a brand new year!  Today's show is  jam-packed with your wonderful questions on: Invitation & Save the Date etiquette, Late-night music cutoff time, Asking vendors & guests for proof of COVID vaccination Upscale invitation ideas {calligraphy referral here} Jack & Jill party timeline, DIY catering, And whoa, so much more! To participate in future Wedding Q&A's, simply follow @weddingplanningpodcast on Instagram. To join my premium digital wedding planning package AND enjoy a FREE 3-day trial: www.wedpocast.com/vault A special thank you to today's show sponsors: Take the guesswork & stress out of choosing the music for your special day!  Visit MyWeddingSongs.com today to prepare your wedding music for FREE and enjoy over 600 custom wedding playlists. Get professional help planning your dream honeymoon for FREE when you email susan@susanstravelservices.com . Don't forget to mention the Wedding Planning Podcast for $50 off your booking! Is your happiness suffering in these insanely stressful times?  Connect with your Better Help professional counselor today and save 10% off your first month.

Chances are, if you’ve never planned a wedding before, you're going to have questions about the process. And you know what, that’s completely normal! Never be afraid to ask!In today's episode I'm covering 5 of the most frequently asked questions I hear from couples planning their wedding day. From finding a venue to setting your date, budgeting and the things you 'have' to do on your day. I'm covering the lot!You can find the list of basics to look for when choosing your venue that I mention in this episode here:https://www.jordanweaverevents.com.au/podcast-page/5-frequently-asked-questions-about-planning-a-weddingDon't forget to follow @jordanweaverevents on Instagram for daily wedding planning, styling and coordination tips and inspo.

Today we have a collection of your top wedding planning questions & concerns from past months that I’ll be sharing in a straight-to-the point Wedding Q&A Show. Today's featured questions include: What's your suggested wedding planning timeline? Including family members in the wedding planning process What’s more cost effective - cupcakes or sheet cake? Decor ideas for reception tables Do we have to include vendors in the meal head count to our caterer? Tips for choosing a color scheme and wedding theme? Could choosing a “non-wedding” dress backfire in a bunch of hidden expenses? Do we have to invite ALL the kids to the wedding? Do babies and toddlers count for our total guest count? Managing upsetting situations with family members Should we assign seats for the ceremony? Tips for choosing our photographer? When should the “first dance” take place? Is it bad to have a bridal shower & gift registry if we’re having a destination wedding? Ideas for a creative unity ceremony?  Links mentioned in today's show: Are you ready to ditch the crushing wedding overwhelm & expense felt by so many engaged couples?  To sign up for a FREE 3-day trial of my revolutionary digital wedding planning package, simply click here. Would you LOVE to take advantage of FREE honeymoon planning services for your all-inclusive, cruise, or exotic honeymoon AND get $50 off when you book?  Simply email susan@susanstravelservices.com to get started! Do you ever feel like your happiness suffering in these insanely stressful times?  Connect with your Better Help professional counselor today and save 10% off your first month. Train your loved one to deliver your ceremony like a pro with the Unboring Officiant training package!  Listeners enjoy 50% off when you visit: www.unboringofficiant.com/weddingplanningpodcast Wedding Planning Timelines >>> www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/timeline Grab a copy of my book! >>> Wedding Planning Essentials by Kara Lamerato

Danielle and Shameika helped us answer a series of wedding-related questions about bridal parties, frustrating vendors, hardheaded fiances, and a lot more. The post 54. Brides Answering Y’all’s Wedding Questions appeared first on Hue I Do Wedding Podcast.

This is part I of a 2-episode series on marriage and celibacy, answering frequently-asked questions on the topics, with a focus on SSA-related matters.In this episode, we address general questions and misconceptions about marriage. What are the legal rulings on marriage, and when would it actually be discouraged or haram? What if I am pressured by my family and/or community to get married, how do I deal with that? Does marriage "heal" one's SSA? How do I know I’m ready to be sexual and intimate with my spouse, if I’ve never had experience in that domain before? What is some general advice to establish compatibility with my future spouse? These and similar questions are explored in this episode.Books on marriage and relationships from an Islamic perspective:- The Muslim Marriage Guide- Blissful Marriage: A Practical Islamic Guide- Before You Tie the Knot: A Guide for Couples- Before the Wedding: Questions for Muslims to Ask before Getting Married- Handbook of a Healthy Muslim Marriage: Unlocking the Secrets to Ultimate BlissBooks on marriage and relationships (general):- Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus- Mating in Captivity- The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate- How to Avoid Falling in Love with a Jerk- ScreamFree Marriage: Calming Down, Growing Up, and Getting Closer- The Art of Seduction- No More Mr. Nice Guy: A Proven Plan for Getting What You Want in Love, Sex, and Life- The Highly Sensitive Person in Love: Understanding and Managing Relationships When the World Overwhelms You- The Seven Principles for Making Marriage WorkBooks on marital relations and intimacy:- The Guide to Getting It On- Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters--And How to Get It- Islamic Guide to Sexual Relations- Like a Garment: Intimacy in Islam- تحرير المرأة في عصر الرسالة - الجزء السادس

Today’s show is bursting with your wonderful wedding questions on catering, tipping your venue & vendors, rescheduling due to COVID, stepping on your cousins toes, and so much more! Would you LOVE to plan your wedding minus the crushing stress and overwhelm felt by so many couples?  Then you, my friend, should absolutely sign up for the totally free Say “I Do” To Ease masterclass series.  My friend Ashleigh McGarity has brought together 20+ top wedding experts for this complimentary online series on getting organized and budgeting, hiring your vendors, shopping for your perfect wedding dress, and ... designing your wedding to be uniquely YOU. Your FREE ticket awaits >>> simply click here! Today I’m sharing your wedding questions from Instagram, and if you’d like to get in on future Q&A’s, all you need to do is follow @weddingplanningpodast on IG and keep an eye on the “Stories” feature along the top line where I share question prompts each week.  You’re also always welcome to contact me directly with a DM, or by visiting wpp.co/contact A special thank you to today's show sponsors: Are you ready to ditch the crushing wedding overwhelm & expense felt by so many engaged couples?  To sign up for a FREE 3-day trial of my revolutionary digital wedding planning package, simply click here.  There’s no promo code required, and I can’t wait to see you there!  Email susan@susanstravelservices for FREE help planning the exotic honeymoon of your dreams, AND get $50 off your booking when you mention the WPP. Enjoy all the fun & memories of a photo booth for a fraction of the price!  Details at Booth by Mail, & save 10% with promo code “WPP". Connect with your Better Help professional counselor and save 10% off your first month with discount code “WEDDING".

NOTES:I'm not going to list all the myriad of things that you should have in your emergency kit that you can find with a 2-second search on Google. That wouldn't be helpful or novel. But I am going to tell you my 5 go-to items that I always make sure are in my supply kit. 1) Fake rings or back-up rings. Just in case you didn't listen to tip #37 about how to pack your wedding rings, consider having fake back-up rings to use at your ceremony should a certain someone forget to bring your real wedding rings. 2) Black men's socks and a black tie. These get misplaced or lost all. the. time. Problem solved. 3) Glue dots. Better than any other glue out there. They're super sticky and tiny and work on so many things. 4) A wine key. Seriously, you don't want to be without one. I've used it more than you would think. 5) A box cutter. All those boxes of programs, menus, and other supplies aren't going to open themselves.

NOTES:If people are singing to pre-recorded music, like for example during your wedding ceremony, ask them to send you the mp3 of the music ahead of time so whoever is running the audio can have the file cued and ready. BUT you should ALSO ask your singer or cantor to bring their music with them on a jump drive in case there are any issues. That way, you'll still have access to their music on the day of the wedding. It's also really important that you listen to the music ahead of the wedding day. What you think of when you hear "Amazing Grace" could be completely different from the arrangement they've chosen to sing of Amazing Grace." So it's best to hear it so there aren't pictures of you looking surprised and in a bad way on your wedding day. Well, at least not during this part of the wedding.

NOTES:This is a pretty basic tip, but one that needs to be said. If you're having an outdoor ceremony, make sure you appoint someone, whether it's the venue or your planner, to wipe off your chairs or pews about 15 minutes before guests begin to arrive. Lots of unwanted debris, like dust, pollen, and even bird poop can land on your chairs between the time they were set up and when your guests arrive, and it's important to start the day off right with your guests. You wouldn't want them to have their clothes covered in pollen (or something worse) the minute they arrive at your wedding, would you? Unless I guess they're your fiance's ex that you didn't want to come in the first place, but we can talk about ex's in another tip.

NOTESMake sure you read closely any contracts that you're signing. If you have any changes, write them directly onto the contract and send a scan of that to the vendor. That will make it easier for them to update. It doesn't hurt to also write an email explaining your changes, but definitely write it onto the contract first.

NOTES:Once you come down from the high of getting engaged, what do you do? 1) Pop some bubbly and get your ring insured, right? No seriously, get that ring ensure. 2) Before you begin any wedding planning, make sure you talk to all the parties involved that will be paying for the wedding - whether it's just you two - or whether your parents or some rich eccentric aunt are paying for it - make sure you talk about your priorities (and theirs) and your budget range. I say the word "range" because it's hard to plan for a life experience that you've never planned before. So have some wiggle room in case some things end up costing more than you expected. Having a low-end and a top-end budget will help.

NOTES:Following up on Tip 146, today's last-minute details tips focus on supplies, back-up plans, and contingencies.Have some open seats in your floor plan (and know where they are or tell your planner/caterer) in case someone shows up without an RSVPPut aside sentimental objects that you'd like included with your "details shots" and put them all together for your photographer to shoot at one timePack a good emergency/supply kit, which includes tape, fishing wire, needle and thread, extra black socks, floral wire, post-its, sharpies, scissors, bandaids, mints, and dental floss. Double-check the weather forecast and see if it's going to affect any of your locations.Make sure you screenshot this tip so you can come back to it as you're getting close to your wedding!

NOTES:Your wedding planner should be one of the first service providers you book. Some couples wait to reserve the venue so they have a specific date they can check with the planner. Other couples don't know where to begin in terms of the venue, so they hire the planner to help them narrow down the field. Unlike other providers, most planners don't have a wedding every weekend. The good ones will start to get booked a year out from the wedding date, so make sure you talk with them early so you have your pick of planners and aren't limited to who's left.

NOTES:Last week I was DM-ing with someone about ways to social-distance with guests at their wedding so I wanted to share with you what we came up with.First, it’s important to let your guests have the ability to celebrate with you in a way that allows them to feel safe and comfortable. You’ll have different groups that will have different levels of comfort, and that’s okay.For guests that choose to celebrate with you in person, you can have them attend the wedding in shifts and have something like a more extended cocktail hour over 2 hours with heavy hors rather than a seated meal with everyone at the same time.You can also let your guests have the option to only attend virtually if they wish.Finally, you can have a way for guests to signal to other guests their level of comfort when it comes to social interaction. They could wear a green wrist band if they’re okay with hugs. A yellow wrist band if they’re okay with elbow bumps and staying 6 feet away. And a red wrist band if they only want to chat from 6 feet away.Like I’ve said in previous tips, our new normal is here, so embrace this unique time to get married and find opportunities to make your wedding unique, memorable, and totally you.

NOTES:Hey guys - if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, trapped, frustrated, or alone because the wedding planning is getting to be much, I’m here for you.Last month, I was talking with a bride whose wedding is coming up later this fall and she found herself literally stress-painting gourdes because she and her fiance just didn’t know what direction they wanted to take with their wedding. They didn’t want to lose the deposits they’d already made, but their family wasn’t making them feel all that excited about celebrating on her wedding day.And that just sucks. Today I’m here to remind you to be kind to yourself and to remind you to take mental breaks from your wedding planning. Even if you’re not planning anything at the moment, you’re probably still feeling guilt about what you’re choosing to do or not do.If this is you, I want you to put it out of your mind for a weekend and take a mental vacation from it. You won’t get behind. You will feel much better about your decision-making when you’re clear-headed and feeling refreshed. And if you need anything, I’m just a DM away on Instagram at @verveeventco.

NOTES:Have you ever seen those gorgeous mood boards in wedding blogs and magazines and wondered how you can do that for your wedding? First, they’re a really great tool to have for both you and your vendors because they ensure everyone’s on the same page when it comes to your wedding style.So today I’m going to share with you a free tool I’ve created that will walk you through how to make one yourself! You can find it at https://verveeventco.com/moodboard. And for more tips on how to design a thoughtfully curated wedding, visit my blog post 4 Simple Steps to a Magazine-worthy wedding at https://verveeventco.com/magazineworthywedding.

NOTES:One of the biggest priorities for my couples is having a beautiful, magazine-worthy wedding. However, they don’t know the first thing when it comes deciding what that might even look like. Then it leads down a spiral of overloaded Pinterest boards that are a mish-mash of different styles with no cohesive flow to them. If that sounds like you, don’t worry. First, pick 3 keywords to drive the overall look of your wedding. Limit this to 3 words so you don't get distracted. Are you thinking of an affair that is relaxed, warm, and bohemian? Or maybe you are thinking minimal, modern, and neutral?Narrowing down your focus will make choosing your venue and putting together a thoughtfully designed wedding that much easier.For more tips on how to design a thoughtfully curated wedding, visit my blog post 4 Simple Steps to a Magazine-worthy wedding at https://verveeventco.com/magazineworthywedding

NOTES:One of the most popular questions people ask me is, what are the ways to save money? What should I cut from my budget? What’s something couples get that they don’t need?One of the top places I see couples waste money on all the time is favors. Unless it’s something that people can eat or use all the time - and I mean all the time - don’t bother. I’ve seen a lot of bookmarks, bags, candles, and other cute but unnecessary items be thrown away because, unless it’s unique, guests already have what you’re giving away. So don’t waste your money on it. Do something fun like a hot cocoa station or fresh hot pretzels or cookies that they can take home. Or you could even have your florist come back, because sometimes they need to do that anyway, and repackage your centerpieces into small bouquets that guests can take home. That way your flowers can still be enjoyed days after your wedding.For more tips on how to save on your wedding, check out my post Why Wedding Budget Calculators are Misleading at https://verveeventco.com/budgetcalculator

NOTES:With social-distancing restrictions still in place in many parts of the country, many couples are thinking about micro weddings and intimate ceremonies.BUT how do you limit the guest list without offending anyone?My #1 rule to putting together any guest list is to be consistent. Whether it’s plus ones, family, etc., have a specific rule you can consistently follow when it comes to who you invite.A popular rule pre-COVID that experts recommend is only to invite people you’ve seen in the last year or that you plan to see in the year following your wedding. Those distant cousins you see once every 5 years? Nixed. That business partner your parents want to invite but you’ve never met? Nope. Being consistent makes it easy to be transparent regarding whom you’re inviting, rather than making you look like you’re picking and choosing or playing favorites.For more ideas on how to trim that wedding guest list, visit my post 7 Steps to a Shorter Guest List (Minus the Guilt) at https://verveeventco.com/weddingguestlist/.

NOTES:On my recent webinar, 5 Ways to Pandemic Proof Your Wedding, someone asked me for alternative ideas to entertain guests rather than the traditional crowded dance floor.So I came up with a couple to give you guys some ideas.If space allows, flip the model of having a traditional dance floor in the middle and invite guests to dance on the outside of the tables or the perimeter in order to spread people out.Lean into sight acts or live or experiential entertainment, such as caricature artists, lawn games, a live painter, dueling pianists, mind readers, haiku poem writers, or something else. There are lots of ways to entertain your guests. You want to do something that feels natural and right with your style and personalities but still allows guests to feel comfortable and safe.

NOTES:Someone recently asked me when was a good time to send out save-the-dates to their upcoming wedding in order to have enough time for guests to plan, for them to be able to monitor the situation in case guidelines change, and to also continue planning their wedding. his is quite an intricate balancing act between all the different sides that are involved. At this point in time, and it’s July 2020 when I’m recording this, my best answer is to send them closer to 4 or 5 months before your wedding, instead of the traditional 6 months, just because so much can change in a short amount of time. I highly recommend noting that you are monitoring the situation and to ask guests to fill out a form on your website that provides you with their email address in case you need to make changes or provide new information to guests quickly.

NOTES:A new development that has come up as a result of COVID19 are additional cleaning fees in response to the increased need for sanitation between groups. I wouldn’t say this is a widespread occurrence, but definitely something to think about as you’re budgeting for your upcoming wedding. I’ve seen doctors' offices add this to the bill, so it’s not surprising that a venue or another vendor could add this to their services, so be on the lookout for them.For more questions to as your wedding venue, check out my blog post Top 20 Overlooked Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue at https://verveeventco.com/weddingvenuequestions/

NOTES:Drone coverage is super cool - whether it’s by the photographer, videographer, or both. However, those little airplanes are really delicate and can’t fly during high winds.Therefore, it’s smart to discuss a backup plan if drone coverage is really important to you. Can your photographer or videographer come back at a different time and get the same shot? What happens if the shot doesn’t come out? Asking these questions ahead of time will prevent feelings of disappointment if something were to happen that prevented you from getting that photo you were so looking forward to.For more questions to ask your photographer, check out my post Mistakes to Avoid when Choosing Your Wedding Photographer at https://verveeventco.com/weddingphotographer/.

NOTES:Have you ever been to a wedding and listened to the DJ or Band absolutely butcher someone’s name when they’re announcing them? Ugh. I think we’ve all heard that happen more than once.To avoid embarrassing mispronunciations, include phonetic spellings for everyone that’s going to be introduced at your wedding - even if it’s a virtual wedding. Rehearse these pronunciations with whoever is going to be reading the script. Finally, go over these pronunciations again on the day of your wedding or have one of your delegates practice this with the DJ so you don’t have to.

NOTES:This might seem obvious, but if you’re checking out a venue and they have a guest count minimum, which usually happens on Fridays, Saturdays and over holiday weekends, I highly recommend asking them if that minimum guest count applies if social-distancing guidelines are still in play.Or, even if their local or state government has max occupancies set to limit the spread of the virus, and you don’t feel comfortable with that number of people gathering, what does that mean for you? For more questions to ask your wedding venue, check out my blog post Top 20 Overlooked Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue at https://verveeventco.com/weddingvenuequestions/

NOTES:As I mentioned in Tip 189, the new normal is now. Don’t wait for things to go back to normal because who knows how long that will take. If you want to get married in 2021, embrace virtual wedding planning and go on those virtual site visits. During the virtual tour, ask the venue coordinator to treat it as if it was a regular, in-person visit, except it’s on video. Have them walk through the space and show you everything like you were there in person. For my venue site visit cheatsheet, go to https://verveeventco.com/venuechecklist and check out my latest blog How to Pick Your Wedding Venue Without Seeing it at https://verveeventco.com/pickyourweddingvenuevirtually/.

NOTES:As I mentioned in Tip 189, the new normal is now. Don’t wait for things to go back to normal because who knows how long that will take. If you want to get married in 2021, embrace virtual wedding planning and go on those virtual site visits. During the virtual tour, ask the venue coordinator to treat it as if it was a regular, in-person visit, except it’s on video. Have them walk through the space and show you everything like you were there in person. For my venue site visit cheatsheet, go to https://verveeventco.com/venuechecklist and check out my latest blog How to Pick Your Wedding Venue Without Seeing it at https://verveeventco.com/pickyourweddingvenuevirtually/.

NOTES:As you continue with your wedding planning, it’s important to make sure you have a clear understanding of your priorities before making any big decisions, like choosing your wedding venue. In my last tip, tip 189, I talked about why it’s important to keep moving forward with your planning.Everyone’s priorities are different. But you need to know some important things, like what kind of ceremony you’re going to have - indoor, outdoor, secular, or religious? Also, what kind of style of wedding do you want to have? Uber modern, rustic and vintage, luxe ballroom? Knowing the answers to these questions will help you narrow down your search so you’re not going down multiple rabbit holes wasting time on venues that aren’t viable options. I go more in-depth on how to identify your priorities and pick your wedding venue in my blog post How to Pick Your Wedding Venue Without Seeing it at https://verveeventco.com/pickyourweddingvenuevirtually/.