Parhaat Kelly McWilliams Podcastit (2024)

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Affordable Elegance: The Rise of Rental Wedding Florals 22:09

1y ago22:09

22:09

I would LOVE a text from you! Ever dreamt of a budget-friendly, sustainable, and no-hassle solution for your wedding flowers? Meet our guest Lauren, the co-founder and CEO of Something Borrowed Blooms, a game-changer in the wedding industry. They've brought the revolutionary concept of renting wedding flowers to life, saving couples up to 70% on th…

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The Art of Crafting Unique Honeymoon Experiences 47:16

1y ago47:16

47:16

I would LOVE a text from you! Are you ready to discover the insider secrets of romance travel? This exciting episode features Pamela from Wedaways, a luxury travel agency that specializes in crafting unique travel experiences for couples seeking something beyond the traditional honeymoon. She peels back the curtain to reveal what truly defines 'rom…

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Unlocking the Future of Wedding Planning: AI's Role and Impact (and why you might still need a wedding planner) 48:58

1y ago48:58

48:58

I would LOVE a text from you! Get ready for a cutting-edge discussion with Michelle Martinez, host of the Big Wedding Planning Podcast, where we plunge headfirst into the futuristic world of AI and its application in wedding planning. Ever wondered how AI can streamline the communication process with vendors, family, and friends during wedding plan…

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5 Things You Didn't Know About Your Wedding Morning (Bonus Episode) 13:48

1y ago13:48

13:48

I would LOVE a text from you! How well-prepared are you for your big day? We're inviting you to kick back and listen in as Renee Dalo and I divulge the unspoken truths and strategies for a smooth wedding morning. We'll guide you through setting boundaries, preserving your peace, and keeping everyone on the same schedule with digital itineraries. We…

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Wedding Tipping and Gifting: Etiquette Guidance from Industry Experts 43:09

1y ago43:09

43:09

I would LOVE a text from you! Have you ever found yourself in the awkward dance of tipping and gifting at weddings, not knowing the etiquette or expectations? Well, you're not alone. We've brought in wedding industry experts Megan Noll and John C to shed some light on this complex etiquette. They're sharing their personal experiences, the standards…

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Unforgettable Wedding Photos: Candid vs. Posed Photography 39:34

1y ago39:34

39:34

I would LOVE a text from you! Ever wondered about the secret sauce behind unforgettable wedding photos? The answer lies in the tug of war between shot list and candid photography. We walk you through this intricate conversation, with our special guest, destination wedding photographer and educator, Kelley Williams. Her expertise and practical insig…

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Navigating Tragedies and Unforeseen Circumstances in Wedding Planning 42:09

1y ago42:09

42:09

I would LOVE a text from you! Imagine planning the happiest day of your life, only to be struck by a personal tragedy. It's a scenario we wouldn't wish on anyone, yet it's a reality some of us have to face. Join me, Kelly McWilliams, and my co-host, Leah, as we wade through this difficult territory together. We aim to equip you with the knowledge a…

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Wedding planning and social media: How to use TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest to plan your dream day 46:37

1y ago46:37

46:37

I would LOVE a text from you! Ever felt like planning a wedding is a Herculean task with social media throwing inspiration from every corner? Well, worry no more because we've got Julie Smith, an authority on social media and SEO, walking you through the maze of ideas flooding platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest. Julie shares why having…

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To Prenup or not to Prenup: A Candid Discussion with Attorney Leah Weinberg 34:19

1y ago34:19

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I would LOVE a text from you! Unpopular opinion alert! We need to talk about pre-nups! So, this week we're shifting gears this week from flowers and wedding cakes to the more contentious topic of prenuptial agreements. Our guest, Leah Weinberg, is a seasoned wedding planner turned attorney who has learned one thing or two about the controversy surr…

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Flower Preservation Options: Dried Florals v Resin 37:32

1y ago37:32

37:32

I would LOVE a text from you! Ever wondered how to preserve your cherished wedding bouquet for a lifetime? Meet Judi Guevara, a flower preservation expert, who takes us on a journey to explore the captivating world of bouquet preservation. We dive into fascinating techniques, ranging from resin and pressed flowers to freeze-drying and fabric dyeing…

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Live Wedding Painting vs Guest Illustrations with Artist Brittany Branson 42:26

1+ y ago42:26

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I would LOVE a text from you! Get ready to transform the way you view wedding artistry! Picture your favorite wedding moment captured on canvas, or your guests immortalized in personalized illustrations. Our guest, Brittany Branson, an accomplished live wedding painter, takes us behind-the-scenes, unfolding the unique world of live wedding painting…

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Wedding Planning Decision: Minimalist vs Maximalist Black Tie 36:33

2y ago36:33

36:33

I would LOVE a text from you! This week we (SW Florida) took a direct hit from Hurricane Ian. Let me say that it was the scariest day of my life. But we made it. Our local wedding community is strong and we will rebuild. I had to wait to get internet back in order to be able to drop this episode and the next few will most likely be delayed. Please …

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Wedding Planning Decision: The ceremony processional, Standing vs Sitting 41:56

2y ago41:56

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I would LOVE a text from you! You're definitely having a wedding ceremony so that means you have a few decisions to make while planning this part of your wedding day. Once you've decided who's going to take part in the ceremony, you'll have to decide how you'll have them walk into your ceremony (the processional), where you'll want everyone to stan…

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Wedding Planning Decision: Presenting vs Giving Away the Bride 29:05

2y ago29:05

29:05

I would LOVE a text from you! Get out your tissues because this one is going to have tears rolling down your face. In this ceremony planning episode, Greg and I discuss honoring the long standing tradition of the father of the bride giving his daughter to the groom versus presenting her to him. Once we discussed why or why not, Greg offered the act…

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Wedding Planning Decision: Full Service Planner vs Day-of Coordinator 1:18:24

2+ y ago1:18:24

1:18:24

I would LOVE a text from you! You and your fiance know that you need help on your wedding day and you've decided you do not want your family or friends to have to work at your wedding. They are there to see you get married and you want them to enjoy your celebration . Not all, but most wedding planning companies offer several types of services incl…

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Hiring a Pro vs DIY 48:25

2+ y ago48:25

48:25

I would LOVE a text from you! Every decision you make for your wedding you'll have the opportunity to decide if you want to have a professionals help or if you want to tackle the task on your own. DIY you're potentially giving up guidance & advocacy with a service or the quality build of a product. However this doesn't mean that it can't or shouldn…

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Wedding Planning Decision: Dress Shopping Alone vs With a Group 40:34

2+ y ago40:34

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I would LOVE a text from you! Did you go shopping for your wedding dress yet? If you're in the process of going to find the dress of your dreams, this episode will hopefully help you to decide on whether you'd like to shop solo or with your bestie or all of your gang. With great stories and tips from Kennedy, you're going to get the inside scoop on…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Pro MC, DJ/Band Leader or Friend (amateur) 1:20:39

2+ y ago1:20:39

1:20:39

I would LOVE a text from you! Who is going to do all the talking at your wedding? Default seems to most often be your wedding DJ or Band Leader. Another option we see sometimes is a friend or family member who's "good on the mic". But did you know that you could also have a Professional Emcee? Artem and I talk about the pros and cons to the decisio…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: In person vs Online Dance Lessons 1:02:50

2+ y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

I would LOVE a text from you! This one is for the can't dancers. I can't dance. Kelly James (my husband) can't either. But that doesn't keep us off the dance floor. Luckily for you, I learned about BetterSway online dance studios and you never have to worry about your 1st dance ever again. In this eye opening episode, Christy, Allen and I discussed…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: to Ghost, Offer Feedback or Ask Questions 50:54

2+ y ago50:54

50:54

I would LOVE a text from you! Have you started booking or interviewing your wedding vendors and creative partners? Have you received quotes, proposals or agreements? Have you followed up with everyone who you've reached out to? That's what we are talking about today. Your decision to "Ghost", offer feedback, offer your decision or return for more q…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Traditional, Mini or Elope? 1:03:40

2+ y ago1:03:40

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I would LOVE a text from you! If there's 1 thing that the last few years have taught us in the wedding world its that anything and everything is now up for discussion. What once was traditional is open to interpretation. Including the kind of wedding that you are contemplating. In this episode Gretchen of Rocket Science events and I talk about what…

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This vs That: Being in a Wedding vs Planning Your Wedding vs Being a Guest Pt 2 1:04:21

3y ago1:04:21

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I would LOVE a text from you! If you haven't listened to part ONE yet, be sure to do so - it is packed with insight! Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast. "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite…

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This vs That: Being in a Wedding vs Planning Your Wedding vs Being a Guest 1:01:20

3y ago1:01:20

1:01:20

I would LOVE a text from you! Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast. "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite people at their weddings. During this season we have also learned what we like, love, …

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This vs That: Photo & Video for Getting Ready vs Late Night 1:00:38

3y ago1:00:38

1:00:38

I would LOVE a text from you! When you hire your photographer and videographer you'll likely have to decide on the number of hours you would like covered. You don't necessarily have to cover your entire day start to finish, but you'll want to decide if you want coverage early in the day while you are getting ready or if you'd like coverage until yo…

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Traditional Place and Escort Cards vs. Using Unique Items 59:18

3y ago59:18

59:18

I would LOVE a text from you! If you're going to tell your guests where to sit at your wedding reception, you have to let them know what table to go to and maybe what seat to sit in at the table. I had the pleasure of talking to Jordan about ways you can turn a tedious task into a genuine gesture. It's a chance to be creative, unique and elevate yo…

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Toasts & Speeches, Yes vs No 1:04:28

3y ago1:04:28

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I would LOVE a text from you! A couple weeks ago, a soon to be maid of honor asked me to do an episode on speeches and toasts. Oh boy did the memories terrible and fabulous moments come flooding in. Next call was to Lance, "Lance. Someone needs our help. We need to give the good bad and ugly of wedding toasts and speeches." Here's the thing, Betwee…

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Wedding Decision: Flowers vs Greenery, all about floral blooms vs leaves 52:00

3y ago52:00

52:00

I would LOVE a text from you! 82.985% of the answers Brian and I receive when we ask, "What do you think you'd like for your wedding?" is, "I would like ____________and greenery. It's almost like someone told you that the only way to go North and South is via the highway. Well guess what folks, there's all kinds of cool back roads with small towns …

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Wedding Decision: Venue Preferred Vendor List vs Finding Your Own 1:12:37

3y ago1:12:37

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I would LOVE a text from you! When you got engaged one of the 1st things you did was start looking for a venue. Chances Your venue also gave you a list of vendors they love or VENDORS LIMITED TO THOSE WHO ARE PAYING THEM. But, don't tell anyone I told you that. Just kidding, we encourage you to ask your venue how they vet their lists, most are tran…

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Wedding Decision: Using standard or included vs upgrading with rentals 1:45:45

3+ y ago1:45:45

1:45:45

I would LOVE a text from you! The list of items that you can upgrade or add to your wedding is endless. What comes standard or included at your wedding venue is not so much. In fact, its limited. To make things a little harder for you, often you don't realize what isn't included that you need! Ugh; I know. In this episode, Kehrin and I tackle as ma…

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Wedding Decision: Jewelry, Rent vs Buy 32:55

3+ y ago32:55

32:55

I would LOVE a text from you! Did you even know that you could rent your wedding jewelry? Yeah, me either. I mean, I knew that you could rent all your wedding attire from places like Rent the Runway. But DIAMONDS? Yes please. Give me all the earrings, bracelets and necklace's. Bring.the.Bling. In this episode Lauren and I talk about why you should …

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The Wedding Bar: Consumption vs Open Bar 50:23

3+ y ago50:23

50:23

I would LOVE a text from you! Whether you are having alcohol or not, there are decisions to make when it comes to beverages at your wedding. The kinds of bars we touch on are: Hourly per person (open or limited bar) - by the hour or a package rate Hourly per person (open or limited bar) Hosted bars aka Consumption Bars (open or limited bar) Cash Ba…

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This vs That: Reception Layouts Vs Chaos 1:20:37

3+ y ago1:20:37

1:20:37

I would LOVE a text from you! THIS IS PART 2! If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding ignore this episode. We had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover. Part 1 is about your timing, this is about where you place everything in your spaces. The only people who are typically at a reception start t…

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This vs That: Free vs Paid Planning Resources 53:32

3+ y ago53:32

53:32

I would LOVE a text from you! Y'all. WEDDING PLANNING IS HARD. There are 4,654,643,842 wedding planning resources (wedding planning tools, checklists, and budgets) available for free on the web. 4,654,643,826 are wrong. LIES! #fakenews. The best example, google "wedding budget". You're going to get 12k arbitrary budgets, none of which have I found …

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This vs That: Reception Timelines Vs Chaos 1:13:35

3+ y ago1:13:35

1:13:35

I would LOVE a text from you! If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding reception just ignore this episode. In this episode, we had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover. The only people who are typically at a reception from start to finish are the planner/coordinator, the banquet captain and the…

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This vs That: Hiring a solo vs multiple photographer teams 43:46

3+ y ago43:46

43:46

I would LOVE a text from you! You just don't know what you don't know. This podcast is to make sure that you know so that you can ask ? with knowledge. Photographer Sarah Roshan and I uncover when its ok to have 1 photographer at your wedding and when it benefits you to have your photographer bring an associate (or 2), the differences between a pho…

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This vs That: Film vs Digital Photography with Liz Banfield 39:43

3+ y ago39:43

39:43

I would LOVE a text from you! Wait? What's this, a decision that you don't HAVE to make? Yep. This is the one where its you can make it or skip it because chances are that you didn't even know that its a question you could ask. However, because there really is something to be said for film photography, Liz Banfield and I wanted to make sure that yo…

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This vs That: The Wedding Rollercoaster, Self vs Outside Funding 40:31

3+ y ago40:31

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I would LOVE a text from you! Nope. Not the fun episode. But if you listen, absorb and take our tips - you'll find that you're going to have a FAR less stressful engagement and planning season. The cool thing is that Leah just released her new book, "The Wedding Rollercoaster" and its a great companion to this episode. I posted a link below. The re…

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Bonus episode: What is "My Wedding Spending Plan Workbook"? 6:33

3+ y ago6:33

6:33

I would LOVE a text from you! If you listened to Season 2 episode 5 about Budgets vs Spending Plans, you know that planning a wedding takes great financial planning too. I’m ecstatic to let you know that our newest resource, My Wedding Spending Plan Workbook is available for you in Pre-Sale! The workbook is comprised of 5 detailed worksheets that g…

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This vs That: Digital Images vs Printed Photos and Albums 48:10

3+ y ago48:10

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I would LOVE a text from you! I can not tell you how strongly I feel about actually getting your wedding images printed. After listening to this episode with Manda and I, I would bet that you will feel the same. Here's the thing, yes. You will 100% look at your wedding pictures on your phone (or stream them onto your tv) a thousand times. But there…

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This vs That: Wedding Budget vs Spending Plan with Renee Sabo 41:33

3+ y ago41:33

41:33

I would LOVE a text from you! You better listen to this episode. Maybe listen twice. I know, believe me I know - there isn't anything fun about talking about how much a wedding costs. However you will be able to plan the rest of your wedding without the fear of going over budget or stressing out. I want you to "Listen Linda" as Mateo explained to h…

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This vs That Modern or Custom vs Traditional Ceremonies 52:03

3+ y ago52:03

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I would LOVE a text from you! If you haven’t decided whether to write your own vows or to include special traditions in your ceremony this is the perfect episode for you. Or maybe you already did decide, and this episode will help you to determine that you’d like to make a little change. There’s definitely something to be said for making your weddi…

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This vs That: Diy Buy vs Rental Professionals 46:50

4y ago46:50

46:50

I would LOVE a text from you! Pinterest is great. Etsy is great. So are Homegoods, Hobby Lobby and everyone's favorite, Amazon. Often, we come across things that we think will be perfect for somewhere at our wedding. Wonderful! You're thinking, "this will be great! I can save money and make my wedding more unique!" Let this episode be your guide be…

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Pop Up Episode for a Pop Up Wedding! 14:13

4y ago14:13

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I would LOVE a text from you! It's a Pop Up Wedding! Are you tired of waiting for Covid-19 to come to an end? Did you have to cancel or postpone your wedding because of Corona for months or even a year? What if you didn't have to wait anymore? Are you ready to elope? What if you could just show up to your wedding ceremony fully planned and designed…

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Wedding Decisions: Wedding Cake vs Alternative Desserts 1:05:14

4y ago1:05:14

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I would LOVE a text from you! Give me cake with filling, skip the icing. That is my order. But if I had an option... I would go for creme brulee or a key lime tart. Baker friends, please don't disown me. After +19 years of planning weddings I have seen wedding cakes go from being the main attraction to disappearing with the trend of a candy or cook…

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Wedding Decisions: Sparklers vs Dance Floor Exits 33:21

4y ago33:21

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I would LOVE a text from you! Everyone has a sparkler exit story right? In this episode we laugh SO much about how sparkler exits have created some crazy memories. But most importantly, how to make sure that you actually think about how you want the last moments of your wedding to be. What do you want your last memory of the best day ever to be? Do…

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Bonus episode: The Season 1 Recap 1:21:25

4y ago1:21:25

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I would LOVE a text from you! Wait what? Season 1 is over? Yes it is! 25 episodes. THANK YOU for listening, for subscribing, for sharing, for your reviews and for your 5 stars! On this episode the TVT editor in chief, Lance Panton (aka DJ LP of mydfwdj.com ) and TVT wedding guest, Ashlee Nicole (aka lead wedding photographer ashleenicolephoto.com) …

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Destination vs Home Town wedding 45:26

4y ago45:26

45:26

I would LOVE a text from you! There are 88,345 reasons to have a wedding in your hometown. There are 88,345 reasons to have a destination wedding literally anywhere else in the world. The great thing is that Kehrin and I can pretty much list them all out for you in this one talk. Grab a pen and notebook. There are so many benefits to each that you …

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Intimate vs Full Guest List and what are intimate, micro, mini and pop up weddings 1:25:49

4y ago1:25:49

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I would LOVE a text from you! At the time of this recording we are in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Which meant many engaged couples are re-examining their guest lists to accomodate what was safe and/or allowed. But even outside of this pandemic, this decision and topic is important. In this episode Sara and I are determined to share with you…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Digital (aka Flat) vs Letterpress invitation Printing 56:45

4y ago56:45

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I would LOVE a text from you! There are a litany of pros and cons for all of the below stationery opportunities. Before selecting the style of printing you should consider its important to decide on the style of invitation or the design you're most drawn to. Other factors... paper weight, edges and borders. We also talk about pricing, time frames f…

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This vs That Wedding Decision: Veil or No Veil 44:18

4y ago44:18

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I would LOVE a text from you! To veil or not to veil. Or maybe even yes veil, but what style? I knew from the get go that I didn't have a depth of knowledge on choosing a veil because there are so many lengths and styles to choose from. In this episode Nhi gives all the goods of bridal looks and I give up the logistics of what may go down at your w…

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