With Amazon Prime Day just around the corner on July 16th and 17th, I've noticed a lot of excitement in wedding groups about what wedding-related items people are adding to their shopping lists. In this episode, I'll share my top picks for wedding deals on Prime Day, from gifts for your wedding party to decor for your big day. Don't worry about taking notes; you can find the full list on our latest blog post at PlanningCollective.com. Key Takeaways: Gift Ideas: Find great deals on gifts for parents and wedding party members, such as jewelry, robes, custom flasks, and more. Beauty Supplies: Sna ..read more

In today's episode, we're diving into some smart savings tips for your wedding day. We'll be discussing six wedding expenses you can skip to help you save money without sacrificing the beauty and joy of your big day. Whether you're just starting your planning journey or looking for ways to trim your budget, this episode is packed with practical advice to make your wedding planning process more cost-effective and stress-free. Episode Highlights: Utilize Venue Inventory: Cut Back on Paper Goods: Go Digital with RSVPs: Opt for a Smaller Wedding Party: Repurpose Ceremony Decor: Skip Tr ..read more

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast! Today’s episode is special, as we take things back to the basics of wedding planning with a story that underscores the importance of starting your wedding plans on the right foot. In This Episode: Paige & Craig's Journey: Hear the story of how Paige and Craig faced budget challenges and what they learned. Common Pitfalls: Discover common mistakes couples make when relying on generic checklists and budget tools. The Planning Path: Learn about the structured approach to wedding planning, broken down into manageable stag ..read more

Do you need to tip your wedding vendors? It's a common question that gets asked, and there are several different variables that come into play to get you the answer. I break it all down in today's episode, along with an explanation on why I'm numbering this podcast episode 99.5...with a hint at what's to come next week! Find more - www.planningcollective.com/wedding-vendor-tipping Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hnjM5sZNPqEhttps://youtu.be/hnjM5sZNPqE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support ..read more

The last episode with Ashley from Festoons & Flourishes, we discuss the different styles of wedding planners. I thought it would be a perfect time to talk about the different types of wedding planning services that are available.    In today’s episode, I’m going to share with you one of the lessons from my Wedding Planning Blueprint Course, which is available for all Planning Collective Members.   I discuss what a wedding planner really does, the most common services planners offer, and the big difference between an outside wedding planner, and a venue coordinator ..read more

I’m so excited to share today’s interview with the fabulous Ashley Lynch of Festoons & Flourishes! Ashley is a fellow metro-Detroit based wedding planner, who specializes in luxury weddings. I had so much fun chatting with Ashley, not only because we speak the same wedding planner language, but because there are just as many similarities in our jobs or rolls as their are differences. During out chat, we talk about: - The myth of Day Of Coordination - The different kinds and styles of wedding planners - Wedding planners vs. wedding designers - The phrase “luxury wedding” and what it really ..read more

Have you ever wondered what you should put on your wedding website? I go over the essential components needed, and give some tips on making the most out of your wedding website in today's episode! Make sure you're not missing a thing when it comes to wedding planning with our free Don't Forget List! For more wedding planning tips and tools, please follow ⁠⁠@planningcollectively⁠⁠ and join the ⁠⁠Wedding Planning Collective Facebook Group⁠⁠! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support ..read more

Back again with another interview with some of my favorite wedding pros! This week, I'm chatting with Derek Rafferty of E3 Detroit and Nicholas Hardy from Elysium Experience. We talk about the difference between a wedding band and a wedding DJ, red flags you should look out for when hiring your wedding band or DJ, and the importance of having a professional MC, amongst other topics. Listen here, or watch the interview over on YouTube! Follow us on IG - @PlanningCollectively @E3Detroit @ElysiumExp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support ..read more

Hey, folks! It's Kate here, welcoming you back to another episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast. Today, I'm shaking things up a bit. Typically, I start my episodes with questions I frequently hear, but today, let's dive into a topic often overlooked in wedding planning: layouts or floor plans. Starting with the basics, I break down why having a well-thought-out wedding layout is crucial. It's not the most glamorous aspect of planning, but it can save you from chaos on your big day. We discuss the necessity of having both ceremony and reception layouts, debunking the myth that cere ..read more

If you're engaged, you've likely had the thought that you're forgetting something when it comes to the wedding. It's a common feeling, I refer to it as FOWO (Fear of Wedding Oversight) It's so common, in fact, that I've put together a free guide to help get you through it! I explain in today's episode, and you can grab your free guide here https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/dontforget --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support ..read more