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You deserve wedding insurance that's fast and affordable, and protecting your investment in your wedding celebration literally couldn't be easier than a quick online visit to Brite.co/wedpod.
Today weâre joined by a very special guest, Dustin Lemick. Dustin is the CEO and founder of BriteCo. BriteCo is a modern insurance company built for the digital age, and their goal is to simplify the process of securing jewelry and wedding insurance.
Well, mission complete, because streamline and simplify is exactly what BriteCo has done - with plans starting below $80, no hidden fees and up to 15% in discounts!
In today's episode, Dustin walks us through everything you need to know about wedding liability & cancellation coverage, and jewelry insurance.
Weâll explore all of your wedding insurance FAQâs, including how much it costs (spoiler alert, itâs shockingly affordable), what exactly is covered, how to determine what type of coverage you need, and even how to file a claim.
From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
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Get ready for a fun show today! Hereâs a road map of where weâre going:
I have a recap of my brother-in-law's 3/30/25 wedding in Rochester, MI. I'll share what was amazing, a detailed rundown of the venue / flow of events, how they took advantage of cost-saving opportunities, their solution to kids at the wedding, and lots more valueble takeaways!
I also have an inbox full of your questions on everything from:
How to blend "nostalgic elements" into our wedding celebration? Responding to requests to invite more people (ew) Managing pre-wedding stress Proactively planning how to spend our time throughtout our wedding weekendIn the Detroit Metro area, and looking for an amazing venue? We LOVED it:
Royal Park Hotel in Rochester, MI
Be in touch with your wedding questions and / or show requests anytime by visiting weddingplanningpodcast.co/contact.
Talk soon!
PS: From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
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Today weâre going to chat about a handful of ways when trying to "save" money on your wedding can totally BACKFIRE.
Aside of college educations, new homes and new cars, your wedding likely has one of the biggest price tags youâve ever paid. Youâre spending tens of thousands of dollars - of course youâre trying to save money when possible!
Youâre not out there researching the most expensive venue in your area, or trying to find ways to spend more money on your invitations.
When a potential photographer or caterer gives you a quote for services, you probably donât say âwell that sounds OK, but do you have anything that costs more?â
From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
If you've been listening to the Wedding Planning Podcast for a while, I hope you know me well enough now to know that Iâm NOT the wedding professional whoâs going to tell you NEVER to try to cut this corner, or donât DARE hire a friend to do x, y, z.
I see this type of messaging a lot. If you do your own wedding day hair and makeup it will totally fail, and you should hire a professional to do it for you. If you skimp on a photographer, you will regret it for the rest of your life.
The trouble is, professional service providers in pretty much any industry have an agenda - to sell their product or service.
And whether you hear from a wedding professional on a podcast, read their articles on a blog, or see their posts on Instagram, their position is probably that hiring a professional is THE BEST way to go. "After all", they say, "this is your wedding - you canât afford to cut corners on the best day of your life."
Well, for lots of this, I call BS. Sure, if you have a wedding budget in the 6-figures, then âhire a professionalâ is a great option for everything I just listed.
But most of us DONâT have $100,000 to spend on our wedding, so making swaps and saves here and there is a necessary part of planning so that we donât go thousands of dollars into debt - NEVER a good idea.
In today's show, letâs explore some common areas of wedding planning where couples to try to cut a corner, save some money, leave something out, and then sadly have it backfire in terms of lost money, lost time, lost sanity - and sometimes all three.
If you find yourselves at a cost-saving opportunity crossroads and you donât know which way to turn, I have some smart questions to ask yourselves, and potential vendors, that I hope will guide you towards making the best decisions for you and your wedding day.
So when you find yourself wondering, hmmmmm ... should we cut that corner? What are the potential outcomes or pitfalls that might come of it? Hopefully after todayâs show, youâll have some solid answers to some of the most common situations, so that you can make the best decision for you.
For one wedding, that might mean hiring a photographer off craigslist for $500. For another couple, that will NEVER be an option thatâs on the table. And you know what? Both sides are totally fine ;)
Full blog post available at www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/wedding-pitfall
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Your bachelorette party is a really fun engagement milestone AND it'll be a breeze to plan with these easy planning guidelines + sample itineraries!
Today's show also includes lots of your questions on party etiquette, gift giving, who plans what, and even a "tale of two parties" ... two very different bachelorette formats, each with their own pro's, and each guaranteed to result in an unforgettable night(s).
Who plans the bachelorette party? Who should get invited? When should we start planning & schedule it? Honoring & accomodating everyone's financial circumstances, TWO sample bachelorette party itineraries, What are some creative bachelorette gift ideas?From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
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Your WEDDING CEREMONY is undoubtedly the most important part of your wedding day celebration - it's literally the WHY of every single thing we touch on here on the Wedding Planning Podcast!
Unfortunately, many couples push the ceremony logistics to the very bottom of their wedding planning to-do list, and as a result, this critical piece of your wedding day misses getting the full attention & creativity that it deserves.
Tune in to the full show for a start-to-finish guide for infusing your ceremony with deep meaning and your personalities.
Weâre also going to cover:
Ceremony flow of events, Who walks who down the aisle, and in what order? The role of your officiant / celebrant, Intentionally setting the desired vibe with ceremony music & decor, Signing your marraige license, Tips for finding an officiant, Crafting your wedding vows, And finally, some additional ways to incorporate meaning and personality.A well-crafted wedding ceremony will perfectly express your relationship as a couple. It should make your guests understand exactly why they are at the wedding, and may address the couples past, present and future.
We can be serious, lighthearted, traditional or a mix of all three - your ceremony doesnât have to follow any script, and youâre free to personalize this portion of your day in any way you like!
ADDITIONAL LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE:
From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
LEAVE A VOICEMAIL with your questions, wedding stories, or planning concerns >>> www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/contact
Sample Wedding Vows & Guide / Examples
Creative unity ceremony ideas
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"Whatâs really bothering me lately is Iâm in a stress cycle over anticipating what might go wrong during our wedding weekend and wanting to proactively jump in and plan for those things. What are some unexpected stress-points that we can be prepared for as much as possible?"
Do yourselves a favor - plan to be caught off guard by something on your wedding day!
Next step, mentally prepare to brush it off in the moment so that you can be fully present and enjoy your wedding day.
Survey 100 couples in the week after their wedding, and 97 of them will have multiple stories of things that went off the rails and/or not according to "The Plan".
The magic is in how you choose to react to the issue, combined with some tactical ways that you can be proactive and prepared.
Tune in for the rundown on 7 common wedding day surprises that are shockingly easy to proactively plan for. And stick around 'til the end for a handful of listener questions on moms, dress codes & more.
Cheers to being prepared!
PS: From your engagement ring to your wedding day, you can protect your most cherished memories with BriteCo. Visit brite.co/wedpod for a fast, free quote today and unlock peace of mind knowing that you're covered!
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Enjoy a jam-packed show full of your wedding planning questions, including:
Whatâs an ideal wedding planning timeline? How can we include family members who want to âhelpâ with the wedding? Managing wedding planning stress, Inviting kids to the wedding? Cost-effective dessert options, Helping a younger bridesmaid feel included w/ the older girls, Are Bridal Expos worth it? Should we go to one? How to chose our wedding theme? And soooo many more!To submit questions for an upcoming show, visit weddingplanningpodcast.com
Enjoy!
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The little dollar bill emoji with flapping wings is a great one-tap summary of planning a wedding. Budgeting for expected expenses is hard enough, let alone all of the little unexpected stuff that sneaks in along the way!
Today weâre going to shine a light on 16 annoying + unexpected expenses that couples donât plan for, so that you can adjust your budget early on and not be taken by surprise in the coming months.
Full blog post for today's show can be found here.
Thank you for sharing the show with someone who is helping you plan!
Wedding questions, stories to share, or requests for a future episode? I always have an open door and would love to hear from you >>> weddingplanningpodcast.com
Cheers to you!
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Engagement photos are an incredible opportunity to capture you & your fiancé in your happiest moments, and to share those images across your save the dates, your wedding website, holiday cards, and as decorations throughout your wedding celebration.
The thing is, choosing the perfect outfits, getting hair & make up just right so that you look incredible but still natural, and posing effortlessly can be much easier said than done!
Choosing what youâre going to wear and struggling through a last minute hair and makeup session an hour before you meet your photographer is not a great idea, to say the least.
Neither is waiting until you show up to find out that your fiancĂ© has the worst stage fright, and looks like Chandler from "Friends" (season 7, episode 5, The One with The Engagement Picture) because they suddenly canât smile.
Today on the WPP I have a handful of tricks and tips to make sure your engagement photo shoot is smooth, seamless, and yields those perfect shots that youâve been dreaming of sharing with all of family, friends, and friends of friends.
Tune in for so much more, and head over to the blog post for today's show for a full written recap & links:
www.weddingplanningpodcast.co/engagement-photos
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Today weâre going to break down the complicated, sometimes messy process of crafting your wedding guest list. BONUS, I have lots of your guest list questions to share along the way!
Tune in for a Wedding Guest List Step-By-Step guide that includes:
An outline for getting started with your wedding guest list process, Smart Tips and benefits to running an "A List / B List" invitation tier system, How to manage non-invited Plus One's, Effective ways to trim your guest list, Managing family requests (demands) when it comes to who is invited, And so much more!A detailed blog post for today's episode can be found here.
Thank you as always for inviting me to be a part of your engagement season!
Wedding questions, show requests, or feedback to share? Find me here.
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In today's bonus episode, we explore the risks of judging a wedding venue by the initial price tag.
Lots of budget savvy couples see their venue selection as a great opportunity to control costs and set the stage for major savings down the road. This CAN be a great strategy ⊠when approached the right way.
The problem is that as weâre doing the research and gathering venue quotes, IMPULSE can take over. What seems like a great deal on the surface can quickly spiral into a total money pit if youâre not careful.
Fact: All-inclusive venues pack a major sticker-shock factor.
When you open that quote from an all-inclusive property and choke on your coffee - please know that youâre not alone.
Maybe youâre intrigued by the flexibility and creativity that a more blank space, non-traditional / DIY venue can offer. Combine this with a much lower initial price tag, and we have a perfect recipe for a magical solution to your venue and budget needs âŠ.
OR a situation where trying to save money on your venue can completely backfire and result in you spending more than you would have had you chosen the seemingly more expensive option to begin with.
Yes, this topic is rich in irony.
Tune in for a list of 6 major categories that you will need to have firm plans AND detailed pricing information for to determine if using a blank space wedding venue is actually worth it - or if youâd be better off going the all-inclusive route.
Written recap >>> weddingplanningpodcast.co/diyvenue
Submit your wedding questions & future show requests by visiting weddingplanningpodcast.co/contact
Talk soon!
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Choosing your wedding venue is the most important decision you'll make throughout your wedding planning. No pressure!
Not only is your wedding venue the centerpiece of your celebration, it's also likely the budget category where you'll invest the most money. So it's ultra-important to make a careful, well-informed decision.
Tune in to today's show for a detailed conversation that covers:
The key wedding checklist items that are directly related to your venue, How to set yourselves up for a successful venue search, Important questions to ask potential wedding venues, And finally, a smart guide to researching venues near youFor a written recap of today's episode, including printable guides to help you throughout your venue search, visit weddingplanningpodcast.co/wedding-venue-101
Submit your wedding planning questions here. I have an open door, and would love to hear from you!
Loving the Wedding Planning Podcast? Please share the show with anyone who's helping you plan, and any engaged friends & family â€ïž
A huge thank you for your support, and thank you for inviting me to be a part of your engagement!
Cheers, Kara
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Setting a realistic wedding budget that works for you is one of the first steps youâll take after getting engaged - and ideally before making any big wedding decisions.
So if youâre newly engaged (or maybe just need a wedding budget reset!), youâre in the right place.
To streamline the process, today's show is a step-by-step guide on exactly how to create a realistic wedding budget that gives you plenty of space for all the things that you value the most.
Letâs face it, a wedding planning experience without ANY financial stress is unlikely. Investing thousands of dollars in anything naturally comes along with doubts and anxiety.
But Iâm here to break things down into manageable pieces, so that you can have a stress-free financial plan in the months ahead!
Complete blog post for today's show >>> weddingplanningpodcast.co/wedding-budget
Whether youâre in the early stages of formulating your overall wedding vision, or youâve got a specific wedding scenario youâd like to review, I have 1-on-1 Wedding Strategy calls available >>> Click here to learn more & book a call today
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Get ready to explore the beautiful world of bridesmaid dress shopping!
Tune in & discover how you can enjoy a successful online bridesmaid dress shopping experience, including:
Professional bridesmaid styling ideas, Struggling with piecing together colors or patterns in a mismatch dress situation? No worries! Lulus free bridal concierge service makes the process 100% stress-free. The 5 KEYS to creating a cohesive visual palette with mismatched dresses, The biggest benefits to mismatched bridesmaid dresses, And 3 HOT WEDDING TRENDS to be on the lookout for as we enter 2025.Shop the 2025 Lulus Bridesmaid Collection here
Get free, one-on-one assistance from our expert team of bridal stylists with Lulus Bridal Concierge
My sister Kate's wedding, April 2022 - we coordinated our Lulus dresses from California, Maine, Canada, British Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico - if we can do it, anyone can!! đ
Today we're joined by Lulus Senior Buyer, Cher Irlandez. Cher has been with Lulus for 5.5 years, and recently got married in her hometown of Las Vegas. Her experience in the fashion industry as both a Developer and Buyer, along with her own recent bridal journey, gives her a unique perspective that Iâm really excited to share with you.
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Trust me, I know that wedding planning can be stressful, overwhelming, and a complete PITA at times.
That's why I compiled a list of 40 uplifting wedding planning affirmations for you to tune in to any time you need a mental wedding refresh:
Our wedding celebration will be a perfect reflection of us.
I commit my attention to our top priorities & tune out the rest.
We cannot control the actions or inactions of others.
A meaningful wedding is within reach.
I chose love over anger.
I let go of feeling judged by others.
We are becoming a stronger couple throughout our engagement journey.
We are worthy of a meaningful wedding celebration.
A beautiful wedding does not have to cost a lot of money.
I chose gratitude.
We do not need to invite everyone we know to the wedding.
Our decisions are perfect for us.
I release all negative thoughts about our budget.
There is no space for overwhelm in my engagement journey.
Tune in for so many more!You made it all the way here?? You deserve a BONUS ... within the bonus!
Here's a list of 50 Budget Items Couples Fail To Plan For, so that you can have them on your radar as you move ahead into your engagement.
I hope you LOVED the Engagement Starter Kit.
There's SO much more to come ;)
We'll talk again soon!
Cheers,
KaraNeed more? Book a 1-on-1 Wedding Strategy Call here.
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Tune in to this bonus episode for a list of "10 Things To Do After Getting Engaged" -
The days & weeks after saying "YES!" are a whirlwind of fun & excitement. From sharing the news with your loved ones, flashing that ring every chance you get, and dreaming of cakes and dresses, you're definitely at the start of an unforgettable time in your lives ...
And I couldn't be more honored to be a part of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for including me in your engagement journey.
I LOVE sharing free resources and weekly shows with you, but nothing can replace the personalized quality and value of working together, one-on-one.
That's why I offer completely personalized, one-on-one wedding strategy calls to support you throughout your engagement.
I've been a wedding industry visionary for 14 years, and trust me when I say that I've seen & heard it all ... and the great news is that there is always a creative solution or workaround waiting to be discovered.
Book just one call to get a few specific questions squared away, or book a series of calls for ongoing support throughout your engagement:
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In this bonus workshop, we'll explore exactly how to get started defining - and refining - your wedding vision.
This is a valuable exercise that I would love for you & your partner to do separately, then come together to compare what each of you saw.
I don't expect that anyone will have all the answers the first time, or see every single last detail in crystal clear focus.
The point isn't to get it "right" on the first try, but rather to begin to clear your mental slate and give your imagination the space to roam towards a wedding celebration that's perfect for the two of you.
This means clearing all negative beliefs, expectations, or wedding experiences you've had up to this point. IT'S TIME FOR A FRESH START!
There's a PDF available for you to record your thoughts here >>> Your Wedding Vision.pdf
It's no secret that weddings have changed A LOT over the past couple of years. It's finally time to embrace an updated planning strategy that prioritizes & honors YOU.
That's why I offer completely personalized, one-on-one wedding strategy calls to support you throughout your engagement. I LOVE sharing free resources and weekly shows with you, but nothing can replace the personalized quality and value of working together, one-on-one.
I've been a wedding industry visionary for 14 years, and trust me when I say that I've seen & heard it all ... and the great news is that there is always a creative solution or workaround waiting to be discovered.
Book just one call to get a few specific questions squared away, or book a series of calls for ongoing support throughout your engagement:
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From nightmare meetings with wedding planners, to renting a mansion & our "DIY" heavy approach, in this bonus episode you'll hear the full details of my own wedding planning journey.
The couples who give up on the new approach to planning that we focus on here on the Wedding Planning Podcast will likely stay stuck exactly where I was in the story I'm sharing today, after meeting with the awful 3rd wedding planner.
Theyâll do exactly what most couples do, and freak out over how much there is to do, how much things cost, and how complicated it feels to go off the beaten path âŠ
They'll cave when someone is critical of a fun idea, and pull back when they feel judged for something that they did or didn't do. John and I faced skeptical, judge-y eyes too many times to count throughout our entire planning process - but that's another story, for another time.
And theyâll fall back to the status quo wedding planners, the big corporate websites, and the free checklists to plan a cookie cutter wedding for them, without ever even knowing the priceless opportunity that has slipped away.
The opportunity to design the wedding that YOU actually want, and to share a once-in-a-lifetime experience with your loved ones that leaves a lasting sense of love & connection for decades to come.
And to miss out on that, is quite simply, heartbreaking.
But here's the final, most important part of this very long email:
Unforgettable, life-changing weddings don't just "happen".
They don't just magically arise from the mountain of printouts and free checklists, and magazines, budget calculators and Pinterest boards and reels that you consume on loop.
And just having a wedding vision isn't enough, without continued support, encouragement, and ongoing direction.
So my wish for you is these three things:
The patience to let your wedding vision fully unfold,
The courage and confidence to trust in your vision, and let it guide all of your decisions, big & small,
And the support and encouragement that I promise to bring each week to our time spent together.
Thank you so much for being here today, and thank you for inviting me to be a part of such a special time in your lives - it means the world to me.
Cheers,
Kara -
Here inside the Engagement Starter Kit, you'll find everything you need to plan a simple, meaningful, and affordable wedding.
The four episodes released this week - that's just the beginning! Coming up next week (available now to Apple Premium Subscribers), you'll enjoy four more "Engagement Starter Kit" Bonus Resources, carefully crafted to help you going forward:
Bonus Workshop: Clarifying Your Wedding Vision A detailed version of my engagement story, including ALL the ups & downs we experienced, An "Ultimate Engagement Checklist" with 10 steps to getting started with your plans And an audio version of 40 uplifting wedding affirmations / mantras for when things get stressful + overwhelming!And don't forget, there are over 50 free episodes of the Wedding Planning Podcast available to you anytime, anywhere your busy life takes you. Simply visit your favorite podcast player, and be sure to follow the WPP for a new episode every Wednesday.
It's no secret that weddings have changed A LOT over the past couple of years. It's finally time to embrace an updated planning strategy that prioritizes & honors YOU.
That's why I offer completely personalized, one-on-one wedding strategy calls to support you throughout your engagement. I LOVE sharing free resources and weekly shows with you, but nothing can replace the personalized quality and value of working together, one-on-one.
I've been a wedding industry visionary for 14 years, and trust me when I say that I've seen & heard it all ... and the great news is that there is always a creative solution or workaround waiting to be discovered.
Book just one call to get a few specific questions squared away, or book a series of calls for ongoing support throughout your engagement:
Thank you for being here, and thank you for your support of the Wedding Planning Podcast. It's a huge honor to be a part of such a special time in your lives, and I am very grateful for the opportunity to help shape your dream wedding!
Cheers,
xo Kara -
Youâre a couple who values informed choices, intentional decisions, and ACTIONS that are in complete alignment with who you are and what you value most.
And at this point in the Engagement Starter Kit series, you know the importance of a well-defined wedding vision that honors your personal priorities and values.
But how do you tie it all together within a carefully designed wedding planning strategy when it comes down to actually making important wedding decisions like hiring vendors, choosing entertainment, and selecting your guests?
In this episode, uncover how to:
CONFIDENTLY MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS about all of your wedding elements, big & small. Whether it's choosing something as big as your venue, or as small as guest favors, this new way of planning will guide you step-by-step to trust your intuition as you select the best options for YOU.
SEE ALL OF YOUR OPTIONS CLEARLY when you adopt a "behind-the-scenes" point of view that shows you the inner workings of wedding product & service pricing, contracts, timelines, and more.
USE THE 3 KEYS TO TAKE ACTION that is always in complete alignment with who YOU are, and what YOU value. And yes, that includes saying NO to anything that doesn't align with your vision & priorities!
It's no secret that weddings have changed A LOT over the past couple of years. It's finally time to embrace an updated planning strategy that prioritizes & honors YOU.
That's why I offer completely personalized, one-on-one wedding strategy calls to support you throughout your engagement. I LOVE sharing free resources and weekly shows with you, but nothing can replace the personalized quality and value of working together, one-on-one.
I've been a wedding industry visionary for 14 years, and trust me when I say that I've seen & heard it all ... and the great news is that there is always a creative solution or workaround waiting to be discovered.
Book just one call to get a few specific questions squared away, or book a series of calls for ongoing support throughout your engagement:
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