This episode has been 3 weeks in the making! The audio isn't perfect, but you'll forget about that when you hear and absorb all the juiciness Aunty Ebs (aka Ebony, from House of Ebony) has to offer!! We chat all things weddings, vow writing, staying true to yourself and also dive right into how Ebony became a celebrant and what she brings to the table (let me tell ya - it's EVERYTHING!) Listen out for some special other Perth industry wedding peep shoutouts! From start to finish, this is a...
Sep 22, 2022
1 hr 28 min
Newly engaged and discovering a whole new range of terms that you don’t even know what they mean? I’m here to help! Today we’re jumping into the difference between a wedding stylist, wedding planner and wedding coordinator - and what a venue manager and venue coordinator also does. PLUS Find out the 3 main reasons you need to have a wedding day coordinator working for you on your wedding day. They are one of the most valuable vendors you could ever book! Getting married this coming wedding ...
Aug 31, 2022
21 min
Today’s podcast episode is all about vendor red flags. Your wedding vendors are gonna make or break your wedding day - they’re gonna be your dream team and you want the right people in your corner to help make your wedding planning and your wedding day a seamless and fun experience. You don’t want your vendor experiences to contribute to those stress levels - you want them to make your planning easier! Listen to the new episode to find out the biggest red flags to watch out for when res...
Aug 23, 2022
22 min
This week, on the Dear Romance podcast, you’ll find out my best recommendation for tracking your wedding payments, due dates and deposits - and why I’m such a spreadsheet nerd (in biz and at home!) Tracking your wedding payments is necessary to make sure you keep on top of your wedding budget and making sure you’re not overspending. It also helps in making sure you don’t get overcharged or incorrectly invoiced either. I also dive into why vendors take a non-refundable deposit and drop all the...
Aug 10, 2022
22 min
When it comes to weddings, budget is such a huge factor for anyone planning their dream day. And one of the most common questions or queries I get asked is how to achieve the wedding day you’ve imagined, on a budget or without spending thousands and thousands of dollars. And it’s totally possible! You don’t have to spend bucket loads of money to plan the wedding day of your dreams. We’re diving in with my top 10 hacks today to get the most out of your wedding budget. These ...
Aug 2, 2022
22 min
Today we’re talking all things wedding traditions - and the history behind wedding traditions, where they come from and why there were started in the first place. Hopefully it gives you a little insight into these traditions and can help you make a decision on if you want to include some of the modern day variations in your wedding day or not. ALSO! My new online wedding planning programme for couples went live this morning! Plan Your Wedding with Confidence + Ease is for you if: You w...
Jul 20, 2022
12 min
Today’s episode is all about MCs - from the mouth of the babe who walks the talk and trains celebrants and others wedding vendors to be amazing MCs as well. You may know Laura from @marriedbylaura or @thelovebizacademy. Listen to the episode to hear us chat: 🎤 What is an MC 🎤 Why you may not need an MC for a smaller, more intimate wedding 🎤 The 3 things to think about when choosing an MC 🎤 The pros + cons of having a friend MC your wedding vs a professional 🎤 and why you should be consideri...
Jul 5, 2022
48 min
Today I’m chatting through what a wedding style and wedding theme is - how to differentiate the 2, and how it helps with your wedding planning. I also chat through 9 examples of wedding styles - including classic, romantic, rustic and whimsical style. PLUS If you’re wondering what your wedding style is - take my new free quiz here! Answer the questions and out will pop your suggested wedding style, plus the 3 things you should do first in your wedding planning. Share your style with me over o...
Jun 28, 2022
14 min
Today I’m chatting through the difference between wedding registries and wishing wells - to help you decide which option is best for your wedding day and what it all involves. I chat through how online registries work these days and hidden costs you should look out for. I also touch on how there’s an increased expectation that’s come out over the last 12 months or so that wedding guests need to “pay their way” on your wedding day so you can make some of the costs back that you’ve spent for ...
Jun 15, 2022
16 min
Today we’re talking wedding parties! Who to choose, how to decide who to choose, the different people that make up a wedding party and things to consider when asking your chosen friends. I also dive into how to talk to friends that haven’t been chosen, or how to deal with friends who turn down the opportunity to be in your wedding party. If you've got a wedding planning question you'd love answered on the podcast, send it through here Or if you want help from a community of brides, coup...
Jun 8, 2022
17 min
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