The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast

REBROADCAST: I'm re-releasing this episode because this week is our five year wedding anniversary! We did it: WE'RE MARRIED! On today's episode of the Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast I'm sharing our complete wedding story - from wedding weekend events to ceremony details we loved and everything in between. I know this is a longer episode but I hope you don't mind me gushing all about our big day. And I hope your big day is just as magical! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode originally aired in October 2021 after our September 2021 wedding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Can I switch seats to another table?" "I'm running late for the ceremony!" "Why are you getting married so far away?" These are real questions/comments that wedding guests say to brides and grooms in the days and weeks leading up to their wedding. Yes, these questions are annoying, awkward or uncomfortable. But they do get asked, meaning you have to deal with them! Following up on my last episode, I'm back with six more questions you may have to field from your wedding guests. I'll talk you through what kinds of questions are coming at you and how to answer them without losing a friendship or taking on any more wedding stress! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://www.stylemepretty.com/2026/01/08/5-questions-most-wedding-guests-will-ask-how-to-answer-them/ ; https://www.weddingwire.ca/wedding-ideas/25-questions-you-should-never-ask-a-couple-on-their-wedding-day--c509 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: While I loved my 2021 wedding day, mistakes were definitely made in the planning process! Learn from my wedding planning mistakes so you can avoid them on your wedding day! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode originally aired in Jan 2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We know that wedding planning can bring a lot of drama, stress and uncomfortable moments. But what do you do when it's your wedding guests who are putting you on the spot and asking you awkward, annoying or painful questions? As the person getting married, you have to answer! So what do you say that won't ruin your relationship with your guest but also won't ruin your wedding plans? Tune into this episode to find out - and stay tuned for part two coming soon! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://www.stylemepretty.com/2026/01/08/5-questions-most-wedding-guests-will-ask-how-to-answer-them/ ; https://www.weddingwire.ca/wedding-ideas/25-questions-you-should-never-ask-a-couple-on-their-wedding-day--c509 ; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: It's so easy to spend your entire wedding day stuck in your head. After months and months of wedding planning, you may be too busy worrying about the reception or regretting your outfit choice to remember to stay present. But you want to be in the moment on your wedding day! Tune into this episode to hear my top tips for staying present and grounded on your wedding day so you don't miss a single special moment! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode originally aired in Jan 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Need help with your honeymoon planning? Not sure where to start? Wondering when you should go on your honeymoon, what will make it special and how you're going to pay for it all? I've got you covered with this week's episode all about planning your honeymoon (while also planning your wedding!). I'm answering 10 frequently asked questions about honeymoons to help you plan your first - but not your last - trip as a married couple! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://rivieranayarit.villalaestancia.com/blog/weddings/more-than-10-faqs-about-honeymoon ; https://www.zola.com/expert-advice/honeymoon-planning-101-what-you-need-to-know Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Tired of the same old bridal showers? Don't know what the point of an engagement party is? Definitely don't want to go to Vegas for your bachelorette? Not sure you need a rehearsal dinner? Then you're in the right place! Today's episode of The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast is all about flipping all of your pre-wedding events on their heads. Throw out tradition, think creatively and host events that really feel like you. Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode originally aired in Dec 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking about a very taboo subject in the world of wedding planning: uninviting someone from your wedding! This is a major social faux pas but sometimes it has to happen. Whether due to venue constraints, going over your wedding budget, having a falling out with a friend or someone not listening to your rule about plus ones, sometimes you just have to ask someone to, kindly, no longer attend your wedding. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to uninvite someone, including a template you can follow and use word-for-word. Plus I'll share questions to ask yourself before you rescind the invite, how to avoid uninviting guests in the first place, and why I don't think you should ever demote someone from wedding party member to wedding guest. Here are the exact templates I share in the episode: For plus ones: "We’re so excited to see you at our wedding! Unfortunately, (due to space constraints/), we cannot accommodate additional guests/plus ones. Thanks for your understanding and we look forward to celebrating with you!" For kids: "We’re so excited to see you at our wedding. Our wedding is adults-only, so we are not able to accommodate children. We hope you can still attend and we look forward to celebrating with your whole family at a later date." For personal reasons: "Given the current situation, we think it would be best if you did not attend our wedding. Thanks for your understanding." For venue/budget issues: "Due to X (extenuating circumstances), we’ve had to downsize our guest list. We’re so sad that we won’t have you at the wedding but we appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with you at a later date." Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://www.theknot.com/content/can-you-uninvite-wedding-guest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Is your partner dragging their feet when it comes to wedding planning? Has your spouse-to-be barely lifted a finger while you've been drowning under a mountain of wedding tasks? Are you starting to grow resentful of having to do it all yourself? I believe both partners should be 100% responsible for planning their own wedding. After all, it's a day for both of you, so both of you should put in the work. But that looks different in every relationship. What kind of involvement are you looking for from your fiance(e)? How do you have that conversation with them? What do you do if they don't want to be get involved in the wedding? Tune in to find out! PS: Thanks to befan526 for suggesting this episode topic! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode originally aired in Dec 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone wants to save money and stick to their wedding budget. But how do you make cuts without sacrificing your wedding experience or looking cheap to your guests? In this week's episode, I'm following up Ep 187 with more areas in your wedding budget where you can save money (without anyone noticing!) plus I'm also sharing places where I strongly encourage you to NOT cut the budget and spend the right amount for your wedding! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://www.stylemepretty.com/2025/04/14/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-budget-without-losing-the-magic/ ; https://www.reddit.com/r/weddingplanning/comments/155crj8/panicking_at_how_expensive_this_process_is_anyone/ ; https://www.frenchhenfarm.com/blog/2026/1/6/how-to-cut-wedding-costs-without-sacrificing-style ; https://www.theknot.com/content/ways-to-save-money-on-wedding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Are you an introvert planning a wedding? Do you hate attention, dread hanging out with large groups of people and shy away from the spotlight? Same. And while it may feel like the wedding industry is not geared towards people like us, there are lots of ways to create a wedding that is introvert-friendly. Don't spend your whole engagement worried about all of the people involved in your wedding day! PS: Thanks to Megan S for suggesting this podcast episode topic! Want to suggest a topic or leave me some feedback? Let me know in the Q&A box (only available on Spotify). Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode was originally published in Dec 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone wants to find a good deal and save some money on their wedding. But how do you save your budget without making your wedding look cheap? The last thing you want your guests to think as they leave your reception is, "Yeah, they sure didn't spend a lot on that!" In this week's episode I'm sharing some ideas for how you can save money, cut back on your wedding budget, reduce wedding waste, and maybe even save yourself some wed stress, all while creating a beautiful wedding experience for yourselves and your guests. Budget-friendly doesn't have to mean cheap, tacky or uncomfortable! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://www.stylemepretty.com/2025/04/14/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-budget-without-losing-the-magic/ ; https://www.reddit.com/r/weddingplanning/comments/155crj8/panicking_at_how_expensive_this_process_is_anyone/ ; https://www.frenchhenfarm.com/blog/2026/1/6/how-to-cut-wedding-costs-without-sacrificing-style ; https://www.theknot.com/content/ways-to-save-money-on-wedding ; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Want to have the best honeymoon ever after your epic wedding? Let me help you make that happen! We just got back from our 3-week honeymoon (want to know where we went? You'll have to listen to find out!), and it was awesome. But we definitely messed up on a few things. This week I'm sharing our honeymoon story plus 10 tips to help you have the most amazing honeymoon ever. Happy wedding planning and happy honeymoon planning! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode original aired in Dec 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCASTS: I've talked a lot about wedding regrets on The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast and now... it's time to admit my own! On today's episode I'm sharing 12 regrets I have from my 2021 wedding day, looking back now that I'm married and the day is behind us. All in all, I loved my day and these regrets don't keep me up at night. But if I had to do it all again, there are a few things I'd change. I hope by sharing my regrets you don't make the same mistakes I did and learn from my advice! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a lot of negativity when it comes to weddings. They're too expensive, too stressful, too much work and too much drama. No one even wants to get married anymore! Plus, how could you plan a wedding when the whole world is falling apart? It's true: weddings can be expensive/stressful/dramatic and there's a lot of hard stuff happening in the world right now. And yet, you're planning a wedding! And you shouldn't have to justify your joy. In today's episode, I'm walking you through why it's so hard to plan a wedding when the world is burning and everyone on TikTok says weddings are dead. Plus, how to actually enjoy wedding planning when everyone tells you that you shouldn't be! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Wedding planning can be STRESSFUL! And while I can't eliminate the stress entirely (unless you throw the whole plan out the window and go elope today which...I definitely considered!), I believe these 7 tips will help all engaged couples focus on what matters (hint: your marriage!), cut down on wed stress, and enjoy the wedding planning process a little bit more! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 This episode was originally published in 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weddings are about bringing together two people. And those people often bring with them their own families, cultures, languages, customs, religions, traditions and more! So how do you fuse those things together into one cohesive wedding? How do you honour your Japanese culture and your partner's Spanish culture? Do you do your ceremony in Italian or Swahili? Do you serve paella or fried rice? Do you wear a sari or a kilt? In today's episode, I'm giving my thoughts on how you can plan a bilingual, multi-cultural wedding that feels cohesive and inclusive. It's not about making sure all of your cultures/traditions are represented 100% of the time, rather it's about choosing meaningful moments to honour your new family and your family of origin. Listen in as I share ideas for how to incorporate multiple cultures at your ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, before and after your wedding! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: We made it down the aisle despite... my dress not fitting, needing to fire and hire a new officiant and photographer, getting a visit from Aunt Flo, and 11 more disasters that all happened in the few weeks before our wedding day! Wedding planning is full of disaster-prone situations and odds are you'll face the toughest ones just before your wedding day. But you will make it through and still have the most incredible wedding! Plus, every disaster is just a funny story to tell afterwards, right? Note: This is a rebroadcast of an episode that initially aired in 2021. Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More and more couples are choosing non-traditional and unconventional paths for their weddings. They're eloping, not wearing white dresses and black suits, not inviting their extended family, not blowing their life savings on one day, writing their own vows and writing their own rules. So if you've made choices for your wedding that break from tradition but feel right for you, congratulations! Now how do you break that news to your family? In today's episode, I'm talking about how we got to this place where modern couples are so far away from what their parents feel about weddings. I'll dive into eight strategies to share your wedding planning news with your parents. I'm also jumping into how to deal with your family's pushback, including what to do if they keep trying to get you to change your mind, refuse to give you any money, or even threaten to not attend your wedding! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Inspired by: https://youtu.be/CH61fNxs4dA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: After months (or years!) of wedding planning, you've finally made it. Today is your wedding day! If today is your wedding day, start the day off with this 12 minute episode that will get you in the perfect mindset for your big day ahead. Deep breath. You've made it. And you only have one job today: get married. As long as you do that, your day was a success! With this episode, I want you to be as present as possible for every moment of your big day. Happy wedding day! PS: Even if you're not getting married today, give this episode a listen! It will remind you what your wedding day should feel like and help you make the right decisions in your wedding planning. Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.