This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Crystal Kimber, who married her beau Andy in a gorgeous celebration held under the stars in regional Victoria, channeling all the mid summer European vibes! Crystal channelled her inspiration, and the beginnings of her creative process with the inspiration of Poppy Delevingne's floral wedding dress - so on the hunt she went! Not wanting her dress to look like a representation of grandma's curtains, a long process followed before Crysta...
May 16, 2021•36 min
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May 10, 2021•33 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Laura Cole, who married her beau Aidan in a gorgeous intimate setting, surrounded by 30 of their closest people in regional Victoria. Laura and Aidan were booked in for a large scale marquee wedding with close to 200 guests when COVID hit and changed their plans dramatically. Understanding the risk of such a large gathering having the potential to not go ahead with how turbulent the year 2020 was, Laura and Aidan made the incredibly to...
May 09, 2021•39 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we get stuck into what people have asked are bridesmaids duties!!! Firstly - do we think that the bridal party of either bride or groom should have jobs or duties?! And if so - how much can you really ask of them? We chat about contractual agreements with suppliers and how to be mindful of payment cut off dates and what a booking fee is actually covers and why it is generally non-refundable, even in a pandemic and how to you keep your M.I.L out of your ...
May 05, 2021•21 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Chantelle Stanton, who, married her partner Tanner in a gorgeous outdoor marquee reception ain regional Victoria. Chantelle, a Melbourne model and Tanner a primary school teacher met when they were teenagers, traveling the world together, and building a house before becoming engaged and finally marrying in the summer of 2021. With Chantelle's current occupation - she had her hands on the pulse for all her supplier choices, and knew exa...
May 03, 2021•32 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are wrapping it up for another season, our biggest one yet - big guests, big conversations and lots of laughs! Today we chat about gifting and spending, how to ask your bridal party without being cliché and when is the best time to change dresses during your wedding day! Thank YOU again for joining us on this journey! We could not do this without you - such amazing listeners that spur us on to bring the best weddings to you! We will be back on Monday...
Mar 31, 2021•29 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Hanna Forrest, who, married her partner Robbie in a gorgeous outdoor ceremony + extended cocktail reception at The Royal Perth Yacht Club. Hanna and Robbie met at university, and were engaged fairly early on in their relationship, with a proposal at home, utilising their gorgeous dog to help Robbie pop the question! 4 years engaged before they decided to actually begin the process, and with a little help along from a well meaning frien...
Mar 21, 2021•36 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we circle back to the episode that you all love the most - The Hit List! Neon signs - is there a new 'cooler' alternative and hens days ideas - what is something that no-one else is doing?! COVID contracts and wedding insurance comes up and we have a discussion on the benefits of hiring a wedding planner to navigate that space. To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please ...
Mar 17, 2021•34 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Brit Selwood, who married her sweetheart Geelong Cats superstar Joel Selwood at a friends property in regional Victoria in the summer of 2020. Joel is by far the most romantic one of the pair, and created a secret proposal with the help of Campbell Point House, an incredible European inspired chateau style of accommodation, located in regional Victoria, Australia. Brit though she was going to a photoshoot there to promote their new ava...
Mar 14, 2021•29 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Charlotte Viney, who got married AFL footballer Jack Viney at Mitchelton Wines in Victoria's high country. Charlotte + Jack were high school sweethearts and married pre-COVID alongside over 100 of their closest friends and family during the summer of 2019. Being an organised person, Charlotte decided to plan her wedding herself, leaning on the local recommendations from her wedding co-ordinator at Mitchelton Wines, and some solid Insta...
Mar 07, 2021•28 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are looking at those pesky wedding "must haves" Do you really need to have that wedding cake that your mother in law wants you too? Must you really invite those people your parents are friends with yet you haven't since you were 15? This episode answers those questions that you have that may be awkward to ask, or seem like they should just “BE” part of your wedding, regardless if you want them there or not! To see more of our couples, their wedding d...
Mar 03, 2021•28 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Laura Johns, who married her beau Jack at the incredible The Wildflower in Perth. Laura and Jack met at school leavers, on Rottnest Island, and shortly after started dating - bringing their relationship to a decade before an engagement was on the cards! Laura works within the jewellery industry - PR + events for @linneys_jewellery and so was able to create with Jack her dream ring, after Jack proposed with a loose diamond which allowed...
Feb 28, 2021•33 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are acknowledging all those wedding planning hiccups, and how to approach them with style! Are you able to invite someone to your engagement but NOT your wedding? What readings can your loved ones offer if you don't want them to be overly religious at the ceremony? What happens if you run out of alcohol on a private property wedding?! These questions, and more, are answered on todays episode! To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incred...
Feb 24, 2021•26 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Philly Smirk, owner of @phillysmirkdesign, a graphic design studio based in Sydney, NSW. Philly decided to take fate into her own hands, and, once laying eyes on Milos across a bowls club bar, walked right on over and offered to buy him a drink! Sensing his calming and honest nature, Philly took the leap and approach a more traditional Milos - who made the point to buy the first drink., however the rest , as they say, is history! Phill...
Feb 21, 2021•38 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are coming back to where we left off last week - discussing the difference between wedding planners + wedding stylists! There can be so much grey area between the two - and throw in a on-the-day coordinator, or a venue event manager - we understand it can all become a little overwhelming!!! Part two of our discussion touches on the the essential aspect of the two - do you actually need a stylist or a planner to have a wedding and what are the pros an...
Feb 17, 2021•21 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Lauren Rote, co-founder of active and comfort label @allgoodfeels Lauren and Edmond met through friends and while both decided to keep each other in the 'friend zone' for the first little while, after 8 years together, Edmond was able to completely take Lauren by surprise and proposed to her at the end of a trip to Cabo together, working behind the scenes to have Lauren's family there for their 'engagement', unbeknown to the bride to b...
Feb 14, 2021•39 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Jasmine Lindsay, founder and owner of @jasmineandwill a timeless sleepwear label, designed for the contemporary Australian family. Jasmine and Sam met as Jasmine returned to Australia from living O/S, in the modern love story way - online :) Engaged within the year, they decided they were both there for the same reason, and wed not long later, in a small elopement with two of their closest (local!) family members, in Palm Beach, Qld. F...
Feb 07, 2021•36 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are discussing a topic that comes up most when we place a Q+A on our insta feed - what is the difference between a wedding planner and a wedding stylist? Part one, as this will be a two part episode series has questions on the table such as what do they actually do, how much 'should' they cost and when should you book them in? There are many jobs that overlap in the two services, and yet - they are so vastly different when it comes to the depth of se...
Feb 03, 2021•32 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Liv Koennecke (nee Flanagan), founder and owner of @maison_essentiele a luxurious and sustainable sleep and lounge wear label, designed to take you from evening to morning - day-in, day-out. Felix and Liv meet in middle school, yet went different directions until the end of high school where their worlds aligned, and brought them back together, this time for good! They were together for 7 years, and were not shy with their desire to ge...
Jan 31, 2021•43 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we touch on the one job that all grooms seem to be given on the wedding planning journey - the choice of entertainment!!!! There is a big difference between a band and a DJ - both appeal to different crowds, their costs are different and their output is different - so how do you choose! Suggestions on the episode today include additional elements to consider should you want to enhance the experience for guests, why you should not change companies/styles...
Jan 27, 2021•21 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Christy Baird (now Doxtator) founder and owner of LOHO bride and her wedding to now husband Brian in the magical Palm Springs. Christy wore five different dress options throughout the weekend of her wedding - and who wouldn't when you have access to the amazing designers that she does through her store! Anyone who has visited LOHO BRIDE will know that Christy does not do traditional. The store's name is an acronym for "League Of Her Ow...
Jan 25, 2021•54 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we embrace the THE HIT LIST. An episode of one off quick fire questions from listeners on any wedding related topic. The questions keep coming through to us about your bridal party, so this episode touches on your #bridetribe and issues that some listeners are facing as they navigate with their team! Do you need to include siblings in your bridal party? Can you SACK a bridesmaid and more! To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible ve...
Jan 20, 2021•19 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Natalie Basile and delves into her destination wedding to now husband Mark, as featured in Vogue, on the stunning Amalfi Coast in Italy. Both Natalie and Mark grew up in similar circumstances, with mutual friends, and like experiences - their dads also even knew each other!!! however a chance sliding doors interaction in their 20's made for the rest of their lives. 8 years later, Mark surprised Natalie, at the location they shared thei...
Jan 17, 2021•38 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we get deep into the somewhat at times confusing world of wedding catering! There are many price variations, many service options and so many packages to choose from - how do you know you are making the right decision for your wedding? From sit down to cocktail, canapes to grazing table and shared plates to alternate drops - we talk about the pros and cons of all options, and suggest what to look for to help you decide which direction will suit your wed...
Jan 13, 2021•30 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Georgia Zullo and delves into her gorgeous overseas wedding in Greece with her now husband Michael. Georgia and Michel were overseas in Sardinia, Italy when he proposed, with Georgia thinking they were watching a wedding at their hotel, when in actual fact - Michael was asking her to marry him! With both Georgia and Michael having ties to Greece, the idea of getting married there was first the first thoughts as they were traveling afte...
Jan 10, 2021•32 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are coming out of our Christmas and New Year break full of hope and dreams for 2021 - and an ABUNDANCE of couples getting in contact with us for tips because they are newly engaged! So we thought it be only fitting that this Q+A episode was dedicated to the lovers, those recently engaged, those thinking of popping the question and even for those who need a gentle push in the right direction! ;) Did you know that Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, along...
Jan 06, 2021•16 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Bridie Mancuso and delves into her gorgeous Bryon Bay wedding with now husband Micky. How they met is a moment of contention - dependent on who you ask, however moving in together in only 8 weeks after meeting, their engagement came on their three year anniversary, amongst the broad beans in the veggie patch at his grandparents family home. A year long engagement allowed Bridie to find her dream venue, while on holiday in Byron Bay and...
Jan 03, 2021•38 min
On today's episode of The You and Me Podcast, we recap on the blow out that was this past year, say goodbye to 2020 and bring you our wedding trend predictions for the next year ahead. We will be back into your ears on Monday 4th January 2021, with the release of our first episode of Season 2 - an amazing real bride who will take us on a journey to a luxurious French Country House, a hidden oasis in the hinterland of beautiful Byron Bay. We can not begin to thank all of you enough for your suppo...
Dec 23, 2020•20 min
This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Krystle Witt Moore and delves into her gorgeous Bryon Bay wedding with her now husband Jake, the inclusion of their eldest son Nash in their wedding day - who was still a newborn at the time! and their laid back affair that had their nearest and dearest present for what sounds like the most perfect wedding in Crescent Heas. Krystle takes us through her fast tracked wedding planning journey, where they chose a space that was different t...
Dec 20, 2020•30 min
On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we chat all about your wedding venue! One of the hardest, most deliberated on and definitely the biggest expense draw first decisions you have to make when starting your wedding planning journey. Discussed are things to think about before you look at a space, we make suggestions on questions to ask while you're there and we weigh up the pros and cons to consider before you pull the trigger and make your selection. For those couples looking to indulge in...
Dec 16, 2020•29 min
