The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast

REBROADCAST: This is going to be a bit of a controversial episode! In this one, I'm coming for your koozies, your engraved tumblers and your custom, matching robes. IMHO a lot of traditional wedding party gifts are trash and as the incredible bride or groom that you are, I know you can do better. Give your closest loved ones something they actually want - something that represents how much they mean to you - and take the stress out of this part of 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/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77This episode originally aired in January 2022.

I talk a lot on this show about things to cut from your wedding budget, how to save money, stuff you don't need and how to eliminate items from your wedding to-do list. But what about the opposite? What is actually worth spending money on? After all of those budget cuts and costs savings, where do I think you should actually spend your money? On today's episode, I'm sharing 10 wedding expenses I think are worth paying for - in terms of money, time and effort. Plus, because I can't help myself, I've also got ten areas of your wedding budget you don't need to prioritize where you can save some money! 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

REBROADCAST: Money is one of the biggest things couples fight over...both during wedding planning and marriage. And it's also the number one cause of divorce! Figuring out how you and your partner want to manage your money together and sort out your personal finances is so important. Tune in to hear my tips for the first money conversation you should have, the things to consider when deciding how to split your finances, and why you need to have a monthly money meeting! 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/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77This episode originally aired Jan 2022.

What's the trendiest wedding cake, decor style and venue choice for this year? I'm breaking down 14 of the top 2026 wedding trends, according to Vogue and Pinterest, and letting you know exactly what they are and what I think of them. Then I'm giving each trend a grade. Let's see which trends fail, which get top marks, and which ones you might want to consider for your own 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/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77Inspired by: https://newsroom.pinterest.com/en-ca/news/wedding-trend-report-2026/, https://www.vogue.com/article/wedding-trends-2026 

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/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77This episode originally aired in October 2021 after our September 2021 wedding.

"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/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77Inspired 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