Season 3

Creating a wedding seating chart sounds simple, until you're trying to balance family dynamics, friend groups, plus-ones, venue layouts, and last-minute RSVP changes. For many couples, table assignments become one of the most unexpectedly stressful parts of wedding planning. In this episode, I share...

Can you really plan a beautiful wedding and celebration for under $5,000? Megan did. In this episode of Weddings 101, I sit down with Megan, a bride who planned an intimate wedding at Chapel Dulcinea in Austin, Texas, followed by a separate after-party celebration with family and friends, all for le...

Planning pre-wedding events can feel exciting, but also confusing once you start wondering which celebrations you actually need, who plans them, who gets invited, and how much everything is supposed to cost. In this episode of Weddings 101, Kyleigh Grace walks through the most common pre-wedding cel...

Trying to decide between hiring a wedding DJ or using a playlist for your reception? In this episode, I break down the real pros and cons of DIY wedding music versus hiring a professional DJ. From reception flow and dance floor energy to ceremony audio, microphones, and hidden logistics couples ofte...

Should you do a first look before your wedding ceremony, or wait for the traditional aisle reveal? In this episode, I break down the emotional, practical, and logistical differences between first looks and traditional ceremony reveals so you can decide what truly fits your wedding day vision. This d...

Catering is one of the biggest expenses in wedding planning, and for many couples, it’s also one of the most surprising. If you’ve started getting quotes and are wondering why wedding food costs so much, you’re not alone. In this episode of Weddings 101, I break down why catering is so expensive in ...

Wedding vendor contracts can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not used to reading legal language. But understanding your contracts is one of the most important steps in protecting your wedding experience and avoiding miscommunication. In this episode of Weddings 101, I break down how to read ...

Wedding registries can feel confusing, especially when you’re not sure what you actually need or how to ask for gifts without feeling awkward. In this episode of Weddings 101, I break down everything first-time brides need to know about wedding registry etiquette, including whether you need a regist...

Planning a wedding with out-of-town guests? Figuring out hotel blocks, transportation, and welcome gifts can feel overwhelming fast. In this episode, I walk you through how to coordinate guest travel in a way that’s simple, thoughtful, and budget-friendly. You’ll learn the difference between courtes...

Creating a wedding website sounds simple until you start wondering what actually needs to go on it and when it should go live. In this episode, I walk through how to create a wedding website and FAQ page that truly helps your guests instead of leaving them confused or texting you for every detail. I...