On this episode, Nicole is joined once again by Betches' own Bryan Russell Smith to talk all about updates on his upcoming destination wedding in Spain. They discuss venue site visits, which vendors he's booked so far, and custom wedding invitations. They dive into some listener questions about wedding traditions (including ones he'll definitely be skipping), picking an officiator, and ideas for dress codes. Next, it's time for the first listener email about having two weddings (is it too much?)...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 6 min
This week, Nicole is joined by wedding planner, event stylist, and Real Housewives of Miami star, Guerdy Abraira! To start off, Guerdy shares how she got into the world of wedding planning experience, the difference between a wedding planner and an event stylist, and her favorite wedding that she’s ever designed. We of course can’t forget about listener questions, starting off with how to elevate your venue with tablescape decor (but also keeping it budget-friendly). Plus, they discuss the top f...
Jan 31, 2022•56 min
This week, Nicole is joined by Chris Burns, AKA @fatcarriebradshaw to talk all about what it’s like being a bridesman, best man, groomsman, and soon-to-be wedding officiant. We kick off with some listener questions, starting with how he affords attending so many weddings, whether you have to buy a wedding gift if you’re a bridesmaid, and if it's ever okay to not go to a bridal shower. Plus, Chris shares his favorite bridesman outfit, the best tips to keep the bride calm, and the number one thing...
Jan 24, 2022•58 min
This week, Nicole is joined by Tori Williams, world-renowned celebrity event planner and star of VH1’s “My Celebrity Dream Wedding.” To kick off, they chat all how Tori dove head first into the wedding industry after starting off in wedding hair and makeup. Next, they discuss how she makes high budget weddings possible, expenses that you can definitely skip on, and even some of her favorite celeb weddings for wedding planning inspiration. Then, it’s time to get into our listener questions, start...
Jan 17, 2022•52 min
Jordana and Nicole are back this week with another episode! They start off by discussing their first holidays as newly married couples, Nicole’s plans to adopt a dog, and Jordana’s upcoming honeymoon. Next, Jordana has a major announcement to share, and then we get into those listener emails. Up first, we have a bride who’s conflicted about a friend she hired for her wedding (and the moment she realized it probably wasn’t the best idea). The next listener email covers a couple questions, includi...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Nicole is back for a special bonus episode with Betches Sales Director Kristin and her new husband Collin! They get into all the details of their recent wedding weekend, including the rehearsal dinner, the wedding day decor, the reception, and everything in between. They also talk about how collaborative their planning of the wedding was, and how Collin contributed to the process to make sure that Kristin wasn’t shouldering the entire responsibility on her shoulders. Make sure to follow @betches...
Jan 06, 2022•40 min
This week, Jordana and Nicole are back with Jordana’s bridesmaid and stylist Liza Lieberman! They get into the tricky business of styling your bridesmaids, and how to approach the whole ordeal so that everyone feels comfortable and looks amazing. They get into fabrics, colors, hairstyles, and everything else you should keep in mind as you plan. They also talk about the best ways of communicating with your bridesmaids so that you can let them know what you want without hurting anyone's feelings. ...
Jan 03, 2022•56 min
Jordana and Nicole are back with the final episode of the year! They start off by getting into how the world is fairing in the face of yet another variant before jumping into some listener emails. The emails this week are all about navigating tricky family dynamics, and they cover everything from overbearing Italian moms to sister-in-laws that don't feel included. They end the show with another round of Unpopular Opinions, this time on wedding sendoffs, cohesive groomsmen suits, and ballroom wed...
Dec 27, 2021•57 min
Nicole is back with newlywed Jess Clarke to talk all about her wedding journey. She starts off with the story of how she met her husband Ben Higgins, and then walks us through all the details of wedding. She breaks down the venue choice, how she landed on her color scheme, and why hunter green had to be the cornerstone of the entire design. Jess, who is a licensed esthetician, also shares her insights about skin routines and how to make sure that your skin is positively growing for the big day. ...
Dec 20, 2021•50 min
Nicole is back with another special guest, this time Selling Sunset’s Heather Rae El Moussa! They start things off talking about how she met her now husband Tarek El Moussa and then they get into all the ceremony details and what made it so special, such as writing sentimental vows to Tarek’s kids. They also got into guest lists, and which co-workers were invited. They end the show with another round of Unpopular Opinions, this time about wearing a single dress the whole night, why engagement pa...
Dec 13, 2021•58 min
Jordana is back to share all the details of her Mexican destination wedding! She fills us in on every part of the weekend, including each of the events and how it all went down. She also shares a few things that didn’t go exactly to plan, how she dealt with them, and how the weekend was a resounding success in spite of it. Check out all the amazing pictures on Instagram @betchesbrides! Then it’s time for another round of Unpopular Opinions brought to you by High Noon Hard Seltzer, this time abou...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 11 min
This week, Nicole hosts content creator Caroline Ripa to talk all about her own wedding journey and how she managed to keep her budget low with some DIY elements. Caroline talks us through the planning of her wedding and how she approached the process, and a few things she would do differently knowing what sho knows now. They also discuss why breaking from some wedding traditions can be freeing, and how to avoid feeling that you have to follow all the rules to have a memorable wedding. They end ...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 5 min
This week, Nicole hosts content creator and Wedding Wardrobe Queen Caroline Crawford Patterson on the podcast! Caroline starts off by sharing how she approached her wedding from a design perspective and how her attention to detail paid off in a big way. They also get into how to manage something going wrong at the wedding, and how to keep a clear mind when dealing with issues on the fly. Then they play a round of Splurge or Save, and Caroline gives us her insight on whether certain elements are ...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 15 min
We’re back this week for a bonus episode! Just as Jordana preparing to fly to Mexico, she shares everything that’s on her mind; what’s what’s she’s excited for, and what she’s concerned about, and what she can’t wait for. Nicole also talks about her own experience in the week leading up to her wedding and how she dealt with things going wrong during and after the wedding. Make sure to follow @betchesbrides to stay up to date on the wedding and see all the pictures as it happens! Learn more about...
Nov 18, 2021•32 min
Jordana and Nicole are back with another episode and they kick it off with some updates as Jordana’s wedding is just a little over a week away! She shares everything going on with her planning, including what is making her the most stressed along with what she’s most excited about. Nicole also tells us about her upcoming brother’s wedding and how she’s helping out with planning the rehearsal dinner. Then, they get into this week’s emails, starting with a bride that is trying to include her futur...
Nov 15, 2021•48 min
Nicole is back this week with your personal financial hype woman, Berna Anat, to talk all about finances for the wedding! Berna shares everything you should keep in mind as you budget for the wedding, and how using savings calculators can be a godsend when strategizing for big financial events like weddings can be. She also talks all about about preparing for combining your finances with your partner after you’re married and how to make sure you are ready for that big step. To end the show, they...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Nicole is back from her honeymoon! In this episode, she shares all the highlights of her incredible trip, complete with hiking, and beach relaxation, and even shark diving. She also gives all her tips for how to plan and prepare for the trip, including what to pack, how to structure your stops, and how to make sure you’re making the most of the itinerary. Check out @betchesbrides and @nicolepellegrin0 on Instagram to see all the pictures and learn more about her incredible trip! Learn more about...
Nov 01, 2021•50 min
This week, Jordana hosts Gabi Lavor, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Canteiro Weddings, a Mexican company specializing in destination weddings! They start off with what you should consider if you are thinking about hosting a destination event, and the first steps you need to take before taking the plunge. They also breakdown what you should prioritize when making your budget, and what is truly essential to have to make your event unforgettable. Follow @gabilavor and @canteiroweddings to lear...
Oct 25, 2021•50 min
On this episode, Jordana is joined by board certified dermatologist Dr. Jaimie Glick to answer all your questions about Botox and filler. They cover what first-timers should know about Botox, what areas people usually treat, and which Botox brand is best. Dr. Glick also shares when the best time to come in for Botox is and whether it’s possible to “overdo” it. Next it’s time for the listener questions all about Botox maintenance, costs, and other alternatives. Then, they go through some listener...
Oct 18, 2021•50 min
Jordana and Nicole kick off the episode with some recent updates. Nicole is preparing for her African honeymoon and Jordana shares some thoughts on weddings as a whole as hers is just around the corner. Then they get into some listener emails, including one about a listener who wants to read her own vows at the ceremony, but her fiancé wants to avoid it. Is there a compromise that will make both of them happy? Then it’s time for Unpopular Opinions this time brought to you by High Noon Hard Seltz...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Jordana and Nicole are back this week and they start off with a few updates on Jordana’s fast-approaching wedding and how she’s chasing down her guests for those few final RSVPs. Then, Nicole hosts Ben Kaufman, the band leader of her wedding band! They talk all about what makes a wedding reception a blast, and how you can avoid some common pitfalls to make sure your guests are engaged the whole way through. Then, Jordana and Nicole end the episode with another round of Unpopular Opinions, this t...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Jordana and Nicole are back with a new episode! Nicole starts off talking about how she feels now that her wedding is done and her thoughts on the dreaded ‘post-wedding blues.’ Jordana then shares a few updates from her own wedding that keeps getting closer and closer! They then get into a few emails from our listeners, which deal with topics like inviting your coworkers to the wedding, a day-of wedding dresser, and wearing a second look. They round it all out with a round of Unpopular Opinions ...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 5 min
This week, Nicole hosts recently married comedian and co-host extraordinaire of The Betches Sup Podcast, Alise Morales! She fills us in about all the details of her amazing Brooklyn wedding, all the way from dealing with a real-life wedding crasher to an ice cream truck allegedly catching on fire. They end the show with a round of Unpopular Opinions brought to you by High Noon Hard seltzer about small weddings, Nashville bachelorette parties, and thank you cards. Be sure to visit highnoonspirits...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Nicole’s wedding is finally here! On this episode, Nicole walks us through her incredible wedding day from beginning to end. She starts with the last few days leading up to the wedding before diving into a full breakdown of the day. She shares the biggest takeaways from the day, including her favorite moment, things she would’ve done a little differently, and so many more incredible tips. Then they end the episode with another round of Unpopular Opinions brought to you by High Noon Hard Seltzer!...
Sep 13, 2021•55 min
On this episode, Nicole and Jordana host Monica Thornton, co-founder of RPZL to talk all things wedding hair and specifically hair extensions. They get into all the details of how to plan your timeline to make sure you get to your wedding day with no hair out of place and how hair extensions can be just what you need to make your hair shine on your wedding. To round off the episode, they play another round of Unpopular Opinions brought to you by High Noon, this time about wedding planning, cake ...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 2 min
After a few weeks apart, Jordana and Nicole are finally back for an episode together! Jordana starts off with a summary of her dreamy trip to Greece, and then Nicole gives us some updates on her wedding as it gets closer and closer. Then, it’s time for some listener emails. First up, a listener writes in about her sister not wanting to have a first dance at her wedding. Is it okay to pass up on a tradition like that? Then, another listener writes in about not getting a wedding gift from one of h...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr
Nicole is back for a bonus episode with Lauren Kay, executive editor and wedding expert from The Knot to answer all of our questions about how the recent rise of coronavirus cases and the delta variant is affecting weddings across the county. Should you postpone your date (again)? Is it ok to require guests to get vaccinated to attend the wedding? How do you communicate that to your guests without causing friction? Make sure to listen to hear Lauren’s take on it! Learn more about your ad choices...
Aug 26, 2021•33 min
In this episode, Nicole hosts Sarah Merrill From Big Kid Problems to talk all about the wedding process from beginning to end. Sarah starts off by sharing her own wedding journey as a Corona bride and how she dealt with a few obstacles along the way. They also talk about the so-called “Post Wedding Blues” and how to make sure you are prioritizing the right things before, during, and after your wedding. After that, she shares a few tips about her beauty routine in preparation for the wedding and ...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min
This week, Jordana and Nicole kick things off with a few updates on their wedding planning as we keep getting closer and closer to their dates! After that, Nicole hosts renowned wedding & event planner Melissa Andre to talk all about designing your perfect wedding. Melissa starts off by giving us some background on her journey into event planning before getting into all tips and tricks for approaching the design of your wedding. She also gets into what the different stages of designing shoul...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Jordana and Nicole are joined this week by Jeffra Trumpower, Senior Director, Creative Marketing at WeddingWire to answer all of your wedding budget questions. They start off with tips and tricks with how to even start making a wedding budget and what to keep in mind as you come across the hard decisions. They also breakdown how you should choose what to really splurge on for the wedding, and how to make sure you’re prioritizing the right things on your budget. After that, its time for Unpopular...
Aug 09, 2021•59 min
