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In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, Bree Denman, owner of The Indigo Bride, shares her journey into wedding planning, the impact of COVID on the industry, and the rise of micro weddings. She discusses the logistics involved in private property weddings and the unique challenges of destination weddings. Bree emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with couples to ensure a smooth planning process and a memorable wedding experience.

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Mitch and Jenna from Mitch and Jenna Weddings discuss their journey as wedding officiants and planners. They emphasize the importance of prioritizing the ceremony and the couple's relationship. They share tips for officiants, such as being prepared, creating a personal connection with the couple, and paying attention to details like microphone placement. They also provide advice for couples, including considering the heat during outdoor ceremonies and finding ways to honor family members in the ceremony. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of planning and executing a smooth wedding ceremony. They talk about the role of a planner or day-of coordinator in ensuring that the ceremony runs smoothly and offer tips for couples on what to ask when booking a venue. They also discuss the topic of rehearsals and share their perspectives as an officiant and a planner. The hosts emphasize the importance of knowing where to start and end during the ceremony and provide insights on how to handle rehearsals effectively. They also touch on the role of coaching in wedding planning and marriage, highlighting the value of having a support system and resources to navigate the challenges of marriage. The hosts share their own experiences and offer advice on building trust and managing relationships with parents and other stakeholders involved in the wedding planning process. They also discuss the significance of weather and share a memorable experience of a rainy outdoor ceremony. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and support in creating a memorable and successful wedding day.

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In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, Sonia Babich and Dan Riggs interview Tyler and Kendrick from Two Birds Event Group in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They discuss venues, DJs, and the importance of the MC role at weddings. Two Birds Event Group offers multiple venues, including the Ivy House, Filament, and the Starling. They also provide DJ and planning services. The hosts and guests emphasize the importance of communication, flexibility, and backup plans in the wedding planning process. They also discuss the benefits of off-season weddings and the role of wedding professionals in creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for couples and their guests.

Keywords

wedding, venues, DJs, MC, planning, communication, flexibility, backup plans, off-season weddings, wedding professionals

Takeaways

Two Birds Event Group offers multiple venues, DJ services, and planning services.

Communication and flexibility are key in the wedding planning process.

Backup plans are important to ensure a smooth and enjoyable wedding day.

Off-season weddings can offer unique benefits and experiences.

Wedding professionals play a crucial role in creating a memorable and enjoyable wedding experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Two Birds Event Group

10:25 Expanding the Venue Collection

25:40 The Role of Wedding Venues in Ensuring Safety and Fun

28:32 Choosing the Perfect Wedding Venue

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Summary
Natalia Kovchan, the founder of La Beige Beauty, shares her journey of starting her own beauty business and the importance of education and training in the industry. She emphasizes the need for brides to book hair and makeup services well in advance and provides tips for creating a timeline for the wedding day. Natalia also discusses the importance of communication with the bridal party and the different options for lashes. She advises brides to have a trial run and to be mindful of their partner's preferences when choosing their wedding day look.
Takeaways
Booking hair and makeup services should be done well in advance, ideally 9 to 12 months before the wedding.
Communication with the bridal party is crucial to ensure everyone is prepared and ready for the wedding day.
Individual lashes are recommended for a lightweight and customizable look.
Avoid trying new skincare or beauty treatments close to the wedding day to prevent any adverse reactions.
Consider your partner's preferences when choosing your wedding day look, but ultimately, it's important to feel comfortable and confident in your own skin.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:30 Starting La Bay's Beauty
01:00 Meeting and Moving to Arizona
01:28 Inspiration for Makeup
03:00 Starting La Beige Beauty from Scratch
04:20 Building a Professional Team
05:48 Support from Natalia's Husband
06:17 Importance of Education and Training
07:45 Booking and Timeline for Wedding Services
09:13 Experience Level for Beauty Team
10:08 Booking Hair and Makeup Services
11:03 Importance of Booking in Advance
12:30 Adjusting the Timeline and Services
13:52 Creating a Timeline for Hair and Makeup
15:05 Time Required per Person
18:15 Paying for Beauty Services
19:39 Expectations for Bridal Party
20:38 Including Gratuity in the Invoice
22:27 How to Show Up for Hair and Makeup
23:51 Describing the Desired Look
25:14 Importance of a Trial Run
26:22 Choosing Attire for Getting Ready
27:12 Describing the Desired Makeup Look
28:36 Partner's Opinion on Wedding Day Look
29:33 Paying Attention to Partner's Preferences
30:33 Lashes: Strip, Individual, or Extensions
32:26 Choosing Attire for Getting Ready
33:49 Lashes: Strip, Individual, or Extensions
36:58 Choosing Individual Lashes
38:46 Avoiding Allergies and Comfort with Lashes
41:56 Avoiding Inner Corners Popping Out
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This week we are in the heart of historic Milwaukee Wisconsin, Home of Wisconsin Bride magazine, talking to Wedding planners Jaffee & Sara from Graceful Events.
Today we will learn why hiring a wedding planner is one of the best gifts that you can give yourself, the importance of creating YOU time buffers in your wedding day timeline and some savvy ways to fit professional wedding planning into your budget.
Summary
In this episode, Sonia Babich and Dan Riggs interview Jaffee and Sara from Graceful Events, a wedding planning company. They discuss the importance of hiring a wedding planner, the background and story of Graceful Events, and the challenges and fulfillment of wedding planning. They also talk about the importance of being present on the wedding day, creating downtime for the couple, and the role of the bride and groom in setting the energy of the event. They share examples from their own experiences, including a gala at the Yerkes Observatory. Overall, the episode emphasizes the value of a wedding planner in creating a perfect wedding day. In this conversation, the importance of having a wedding planner is emphasized, as they can handle the stress and coordination of the wedding day, allowing the couple to relax and enjoy their special day. Different price points for wedding planning services are discussed, ensuring that every couple can find a package that suits their budget. The importance of protecting the energy of the bridal couple is highlighted, with suggestions for taking breaks and preserving their energy throughout the day. The process of starting the wedding planning process is explored, including getting to know the couple and their preferences. The significance of creating a realistic budget and using mood boards for design inspiration is also discussed. The conversation concludes with a discussion on selecting wedding professionals, including caterers, photographers, and transportation services.
Takeaways
Hiring a wedding planner is one of the best gifts you can give yourself to enjoy the planning process and be present on your wedding day.
Wedding planning can be stressful and time-consuming, and a wedding planner can help alleviate that stress and ensure everything runs smoothly.
Being present on the wedding day is important, and planners can create downtime for the couple to enjoy the moment and take in the details.
The bride and groom play a crucial role in setting the energy of the event, and their presence and actions can influence the behavior of guests. Having a wedding planner can alleviate stress and ensure a seamless wedding day.
There are different price points for wedding planning services, allowing couples to find a package that fits their budget.
Taking breaks and preserving energy throughout the day is important for the bridal couple.
Starting the wedding planning process involves getting to know the couple and their preferences.
Creating a realistic budget and using mood boards can help with the design process.
Selecting wedding professionals, such as caterers, photographers, and transportation services, should be done early in the planning process.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:30 The Importance of Hiring a Wedding Planner
05:00 Meeting Sarah and Growing the Team
06:57 Sarah's Background and Joining Graceful Events
08:12 The Fulfillment of Wedding Planning
09:06 The Challenges of Wedding Planning
11:06 The Importance of Being Present on the Wedding Day
13:02 Creating Downtime for the Couple
14:19 The Room Reveal and Pinterest Boards
15:45 Private Meal for the Couple
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