This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
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An award-winning wedding planning podcast hosted by expert planner-designer Kelly McWilliams. In each episode Kelly and her wedding professional co-host will help engaged couples navigate planning by weighing the pros and cons, This vs That, of each decision they'll need to make from engagement to honeymoon and everything in between. Kelly is a 19 year veteran of the wedding industry and..
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
We're sitting down with the remarkable Evgenia Shimanov from Studio Levana, an Israel-based bridal boutique that isn't just sizing up gowns but designing specifically for the plus-size bride. They've been making waves in the bridal industry for 14 years with their unique approach to creating stunning plus size wedding gowns. Eugenia gives us a peek behind the curtain, revealing their intricate design process and the unique corsets that are the secret ingredient in each of their dresses. Not only do these corsets offer support, but they are also meticulously crafted to flatter the curves ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Ever wondered how a brand evolves from producing just 12 dresses to becoming an industry leader, shaping the bridal world with a multitude of diverse collections? Join us as we delve into the awe-inspiring journey of Morilee, celebrating their 70th anniversary, with none other than Terry Eagle, the CEO, and Madeline Gardner, the Chief Design and Creative Officer. Together, they reveal how they've shifted from major department stores to independent retailers and navigated the evolving landscape of the bridal industry.
Madeline Gardner, a woman acclaimed for her dedication and deep understandin ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Imagine searching for the wedding dress of your dreams, only to realize that it doesn't exist. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Karina from Zoe Rowyn Bridal, inspiring her to take matters into her own hands and start her own bridal brand. She shares her amazing journey with us, from the moment she realized that her dream dress was waiting to be created, to the launch of her brand just days before her own wedding. Listen in as she shares the thrill of pulling off a campaign shoot for her line on the eve of her nuptials in scenic Portugal.
This episode is packed with gems, including K ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Ever wondered how a wedding dress transitions from a simple fabric to an exquisite masterpiece? Tune in as we navigate this spellbinding journey with Sydney Watters, a luminary figure in the world of bridal designs. This episode will give you an inside look into the creative process, the importance of color and fabric selection, and the thrilling journey of turning a simple fabric into a bridal gown.
But it doesn't stop there. Sydney, who is currently planning her own wedding, gives us a raw account of wedding planning, underlining the importance of trusting professionals in the field. We als ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Get ready to delve into the dynamic world of bridal fashion with Katharine Polk, the brains and passion behind Houghton Bridal. This episode serves as your VIP pass to the behind-the-scenes of New York Bridal Fashion Week, right from the bustling environment of Melange Blanc to the quiet subtleties of gown creation. Katharine takes us on her journey, moving from fashion school in Los Angeles to working with Badgley Mishka, and eventually launching her uniquely inclusive bridal line. In a world enamored with size zero, Katharine commitment to offering gowns from size zero to 30 plus, is a ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
We're sitting down with the remarkable Eugenia Shamanov from Studio Levana, an Israel-based bridal boutique that isn't just sizing up gowns but designing specifically for the plus-size bride. They've been making waves in the bridal industry for 14 years with their unique approach to creating stunning plus size wedding gowns. Eugenia gives us a peek behind the curtain, revealing their intricate design process and the unique corsets that are the secret ingredient in each of their dresses. Not only do these corsets offer support, but they are also meticulously crafted to flatter the curves of a p ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Ever wondered how a brand evolves from producing just 12 dresses to becoming an industry leader, shaping the bridal world with a multitude of diverse collections? Join us as we delve into the awe-inspiring journey of Mori Lee, celebrating their 70th anniversary, with none other than Terry Eagle, the CEO, and Madeline Gardner, the Chief Design and Creative Officer. Together, they reveal how they've shifted from major department stores to independent retailers and navigated the evolving landscape of the bridal industry.
Madeline Gardner, a woman acclaimed for her dedication and deep understandi ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Imagine searching for the wedding dress of your dreams, only to realize that it doesn't exist. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Karina from Zoe Rowan Bridal, inspiring her to take matters into her own hands and start her own bridal brand. She shares her amazing journey with us, from the moment she realized that her dream dress was waiting to be created, to the launch of her brand just days before her own wedding. Listen in as she shares the thrill of pulling off a campaign shoot for her line on the eve of her nuptials in scenic Portugal.
This episode is packed with gems, including K ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Ever wonder how the world of wedding dresses spins? We recently sat down with Kelly from Modern Trousseau to peel back the curtain on this fascinating industry. Kelly opened up about her journey from studying fashion in Australia to establishing her bridal company in the US, sharing how she crafted her brand and the evolution of her design process. We also delved into the expansion of the Australian wedding industry, and Kelly's inspiring tenure with Mariana Hardwick that ignited her love for bridal designs.
In the second part of our conversation, we got the scoop on the meticulous manufactur ..read more
This vs That, Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams
5M ago
Ever dreamt of the perfect bridal gown sketched in your school books? Ever wondered what it takes to transform those dreams into a global couture bridal brand? Meet our guest, Moira Hughes, who will take you on her journey from such dreams to reality. Moira, a world-renowned bridal designer, shares her fascinating journey and how she filled a gap in the Australian bridal market with her elegant and sophisticated designs. Hear her share her inspiration behind her collections, and get a sneak peek into her latest transformable pieces that have been wowing brides for their versatility.
Moira mad ..read more