Choosing your wedding music is about so much more than just picking a few songs. It’s about creating a feeling your guests will remember long after your wedding day is over. In this episode, I sit down with Durham-based wedding harpist, pianist, and vocalist Kara Taylor to break down everything coup...

What does it really look like to plan a wedding that feels deeply personal while still being beautifully designed and seamlessly executed? In this episode, I sit down with Annie Nesbit to talk through her experience planning a whimsical mountain garden party wedding in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Fr...

Wedding planning can bring out stress, conflict, and emotions you may not have experienced in your relationship before. But it can also be an opportunity to strengthen how you and your partner communicate and show up for each other. In this episode of Weddings 101, I’m joined by Monica Tanner, an RL...

Choosing your wedding food and drink options can feel surprisingly overwhelming, especially when catering and bar service are some of the largest expenses in your wedding budget. Many couples start planning thinking they will simply choose between a buffet or plated dinner and decide whether they wa...

Should you have kids at your wedding, and if so, who takes care of them? In this episode of Weddings 101, I sit down with Carson Wagner, founder of Lifetime of Love Nannies, to break down everything couples need to know about offering childcare on their wedding day. From onsite kids rooms and hotel ...

Choosing your wedding entertainment can feel overwhelming faster than you expected. DJs, live bands, hybrid options, pricing, logistics, emcee styles, and song lists can quickly turn what seemed like a simple decision into one of the most stressful parts of planning. In this episode, I break down th...

Wedding flowers can feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to start, what’s in season, or how to make your vision work within your budget. In this episode of Weddings 101, I sit down with local wedding and events florist Abby Jensen of Jensen Creations to walk through everything coupl...

Your wedding ceremony and reception should feel like one seamless experience, not a series of rushed or confusing transitions. In this episode, I share how to create a smooth, stress-free flow from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception. You will learn how to build a realistic wedding timeline with ...

Wedding rentals are one of the most overlooked and expensive parts of planning your big day. From tables and chairs to linens, lighting, and ceremony décor, it’s easy to get overwhelmed or accidentally overpay. In this episode, I break down what wedding rentals actually include, what your venue may ...