9 years ago I was so embarrassed about my budget, style, appearance and size, that I didn’t even set foot into a bridal store at all. And if my recent DMs with listeners, and my couples are anything to go by, nothing has really changed either. The search for your wedding attire still really comes down to confidence and your knowledge of how, where and when, rather than what the market or online options can offer you at any given time. And this is why I’m incredibly excited for you to listen to m...
Sep 11, 2023•53 min•Ep. 55
Have you ever been invited to a special event, like a big birthday party, and immediately calculated the number of days, weeks or months until that event because you’re trying to work out how much weight you might be able to lose, or put on, before then? Increasingly newly engaged people are being targeted for Wed shred programs and bridal boot camps and it’s not unusual to be asked by well-meaning, but less-than-tactful family and friends what your weight loss plan is, or how much you want to l...
Sep 04, 2023•36 min•Ep. 54
Have you ever wondered what’s the point of even having a wedding or why you want to get married in the first place? In my conversations with people, they are really starting to question, why do we want to do this and what does it even mean? This was definitely the case for Alex and Mikaela, who chose an urban winery and wine bar venue for their unique take on their wedding celebration. In this episode, the newlyweds share: their must have and must NOT haves wedding checklist, how starting the da...
Aug 28, 2023•38 min•Ep. 53
Have you had this nightmare yet? That none of your guests: aren't going to enjoy themselves, that you aren’t going to be great hosts, or that your wedding is going to be boring? It’s a sentiment that I can really relate to, but I’ve got to say, looking back now, those worries were perhaps some of the biggest wastes of my time in my entire planning experience. Spoiler alert, they’re dumb, unnecessary and possibly (depending on how far you take it) a waste of your hard-earned money too. So I’d lik...
Aug 21, 2023•19 min•Ep. 52
I’m the bad hair client who has been known to cut their own fringe, use box dyes and supermarket shampoo as well! And then I feel the guilts the next time I need to go back - like a naughty kid who is about to be told off. So when I saw the lovely Neve from NFM Hair posting on her socials about hair tips for brides and one of them was as crucial and helpful as finishing your hair and makeup with an hour to spare to make sure that you’re not stressed, have time for a drink and can just chill with...
Aug 14, 2023•26 min•Ep. 51
There are so many potential pitfalls for engaged couples and their guests around wedding gifts. Did you know that kitchen knives, mirrors umbrellas, and anything secondhand or re-gifted could not only be considered a little strange, but also bad luck for the couple getting married? Then there are the conflicting values between different cultures. In the United States asking for money as a wedding gift can still be interpreted as a bit tacky. Whereas in most European and Asian cultures, the gift ...
Aug 07, 2023•16 min•Ep. 50
Wedding bouquets and floral design at weddings in general have evolved a lot over the years. Today, flowers are not only used as decorative elements in weddings but can also evoke memories, tell a story, pay tribute to those who’ve passed away and even signal to your guests where they can find you (*cough* at the bar). In fact, Graham of Tweed Twigs encourages his couples to recount the specifics of important moments that he can weave into the design of his florals to create a sense of connectio...
Jul 31, 2023•29 min•Ep. 49
Can I confess something? I know I lean towards the introversion side of the scale because 8/10 when I plan any kind of outing with a group of people, even if I love them and I'm excited to see them, I always need to have an escape plan for when it becomes too much. It feels like an overload of talking, thinking, and general noise, and I crave some quiet to gather my thoughts again and recharge. So if you or your fiancé feel similarly and you tend to have a more introverted personality type, plan...
Jul 24, 2023•26 min•Ep. 48
Imagine staying in a private and luxurious architecturally designed off-grid eco-suite for two located in the heart of the incredible Fleurieu Peninsula region. Truly an incredible experience for your birthday celebrations, right? But what if you upped the stakes (pun intended) and decided to elope while you were there? How do you start planning for something like that and what sort of timeframe do you need? This was Aaron and Steph’s experience in planning their birthday getaway turned elopemen...
Jul 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 47
We’re in the thick of a cost of living crisis. So if you’re feeling a bit uneasy, worried or are really under pressure with your wedding plans right now, I’d like to try to map out a way that you can make some informed decisions and take back control of your special day. In this episode I’ll share: my basic understanding of how inflation is affecting everything, including your wedding, and the 5 steps you can take to work out exactly where your pressure points are and what you might be able to d...
Jul 10, 2023•18 min•Ep. 46
Nina from Wedded Kiss is an extraordinary wedding hairstylist, makeup artist and human who not only possesses unparalleled expertise and experience but also a unique philosophy that truly sets her apart. With her infectious energy and inclusive mindset, Nina creates a safe space where everyone that sits in her chair can feel truly seen and celebrated. And her mission is to lift the notoriously low bar of the beauty industry one brushstroke at a time, without the toxic and passive-aggressive barb...
Jul 03, 2023•35 min•Ep. 45
It can feel like a mental fog, you might be unable to make decisions, you’re avoiding a certain conversation, or just feel stuck and don’t know what to do next. Your to-do list is a mile long and you’ve got the worst feeling in the pit of your stomach that you won't get it all done in time. It’s wedding planning overwhelm. And your new friend and wedding planner, Yvette, is here to crush it. After 22 years in weddings, Yvette Sitters from Manage My Wedding has seen it all, and she believes that ...
Jun 26, 2023•33 min•Ep. 44
Wedding content creators have been popping up around the world over the last 6 months or so, supplying newlyweds with ready-to-post Reels, TikToks, photos and videos of their wedding day, often within 24 hours. They can be used to make an announcement to your family and friends after you elope, as a fun way to revisit your day, to share with loved ones who can’t make it or even as a video guest book. Lex from Lexicon Creative is going to teach you all about how content creation works for wedding...
Jun 19, 2023•40 min•Ep. 43
Picture this, the breathtaking vista of a remote and luxurious destination, romantic and meaningful forever moments when life just seems to go in slow motion and a day that revolves exclusively around the both of you, your love story and your desires. And the best part? You'll get to do all of this while saving time, your hard-earned money and your sanity! Whether you are a globe-trotting, adventurer, a busy career-focused individual, maybe you are incredibly impulsive or you're someone who simp...
Jun 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 42
Do you think of yourself as spiritual? Have you ever had a spiritual experience? Or are you more like my family and have an unnatural distrust of, and take personal offence to, alternative health practices, let alone spirituality? It's funny, but it's just not something that my family has ever really explored or taken an interest in, and yet, I like to think of myself as a spiritual person. In the context of your wedding and in particular your ceremony, how can you express your beliefs in a way ...
Jun 05, 2023•30 min•Ep. 41
Let’s chat about wedding vendor meals. If you haven't heard about them before, you may be thinking: why do I care what my photographer eats on my wedding day? In this episode, I'm gonna share with you: what vendor meals are, why it’s respectful and more efficient for you to provide a vendor meal for your photographer, videographer, DJ etc., if you need to account for them on your table plan and seating chart, and crucially for your already jam-packed timeline, when it’s best for them to eat. Res...
May 29, 2023•21 min•Ep. 40
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: “Your wedding day goes by so quickly”. And you’re like, what the hell am I meant to do about that? The answer is multi-day weddings. In some cultures and religions, they’ve been doing it for centuries, but in Western culture, we’re only just starting to understand the possibilities. And this is where Dana and Courtney come in. As owners of Anthem House, they specialise in multi-day wedding events that span over 2, 3 or even 4 days and kn...
May 22, 2023•34 min•Ep. 39
If you want a simple way to make better use of your family and group photo time, if you wanna save yourself from stress, if you wanna get to your food and drinks quicker, and be in a better mood for your couple portraits, you need a photo captain (or two)! In today's short and sweet episode, I am chatting with Valentina from Valentina Perez Studio about: the benefits of choosing the right person as your photo captain, how to print up your group photo list, what to do if you absolutely must have ...
May 15, 2023•20 min•Ep. 38
I’m almost 100% certain that all engaged couples have this same problem. And even though you think it’s unique, that your family is a bit embarrassing, or out of the ordinary, I can assure you that every family has their quirks. You can’t choose your family and often, your relationship with them is not simple either. It can get real messy real quick, especially when you’re talking about who you’re going to invite and the roles you want to give them for your wedding. For Rohan and Tegan, who got ...
May 08, 2023•55 min•Ep. 37
Aaaah, kids; on one hand, they can be cute, while on the other hand, they can be a massive distraction. So how are you going to work out which children (if any) are invited to your wedding? If you’re planning an adults-only wedding, you might be shocked at how some parents will take your decision as a personal affront. It’s best to be prepared with some strategies to communicate your decision as early and clearly as possible to minimise hurt feelings and damaged relationships. Today you’ll learn...
May 01, 2023•20 min•Ep. 36
Money is almost always a touchy topic in weddings, but in the current economic climate there's def an added feeling of pressure and expectations. Making sure you have a wedding budget and are tracking expenses in a way that you are both happy with is crucial to a great wedding for sure, but even more so to the health and longevity of your marriage. So if you're planning the most epic party of your life, but feeling the budget blues, I got you. Because in this episode, I'm gonna give you the insi...
Apr 24, 2023•29 min•Ep. 35
The fear of public speaking, or Glossophobia, is believed to affect up to 75% of the population. So when your sister, best friend or daughter tells you that they want you to do a speech at their wedding and you’d rather stay at home and pull out your toenails with a pair of pliers, you're not alone. But rather than adhering to the “fake it until you make it” principle, Beth Sherman believes that being honest and self-aware is actually a funnier and more smart approach for your speech. Beth is a ...
Apr 17, 2023•40 min•Ep. 34
You know that one friend that says everything you are thinking, but out loud with virtually no filter? For me, in the celebrant world in Australia, this is Nat Sproal . I feel like we share the same brain, but while, believe it or not, I'm a little more reserved in saying these thoughts in public, Nat, just don't care. And it's genius because it's also part of her charm and marketing as one of the most in-demand celebrants in the country. So when I wanted to share with you the nuts and bolts of ...
Apr 10, 2023•31 min•Ep. 33
According to brides.com, the average wedding guest list has around 15-20% of guests who RSVP they’re not attending. So if you've got a 100-person guest list, for example, this would mean 15 to 20 people are not planning on showing up. So you don't need to add them to your numbers for food, drinks, or table decorations. And when you really think about table decorations, you can imagine that each table for your reception may have linen. So tablecloth, napkin plates, glassware, cutlery, centrepiece...
Apr 03, 2023•22 min•Ep. 32
Alysia Bridger runs her own Australian wedding and event planning, styling and design company, and has been recognized by Luxe Magazine as one of the top 20 global wedding planners. She's super talented, warm, and can talk the leg off a chair. Alysia's experience and vision are highly sought after, and she loves to work with clients, not only to create jaw-dropping events but also to help them to enjoy them by removing the stress. Today, Alysia will share some brilliant stories with you while yo...
Mar 27, 2023•22 min•Ep. 31
Sometimes engaged couples feel like they don't have a lot of input into their wedding ceremony and how well it goes. That either the celebrant or officiant gets it right, or very, very wrong. But when you have knowledge about these three key parts of your ceremony, you have the ability to affect the outcome and feel more confident too. And this is precisely why my chat with gregarious, dynamic, and laid-back celebrant Bridbane-based celebrant, Roxy Hotten, is so important for you to hear. Roxy i...
Mar 20, 2023•17 min•Ep. 30
There are countless different traditions, superstitions, cultural influences and religions that you may want to consider and include in your wedding planning and your day of activities. But the number one thing that I implore you to consider is: ‘what does this mean to us’? Because feeling obligated and pressured to take part in traditions or customs you don’t like, value, understand or have any connection with, is a waste of your precious time - and often money too! Your host, Camille Abbott, s...
Mar 13, 2023•22 min•Ep. 29
Do you want to feel valued, seen, heard, and loved on your wedding day. It’s a no brainer, isn’t it? So with that in mind.. What if I asked you whether, you also want your guests to feel valued, seen, heard, and loved at your wedding? You want that too, right? Jordan Kentris is a Canadian maximalist designer of 15+ years and founder of A Good Day who specialise in one-of-a-kind stationery and event branding. From his years in advertising, communication and design, and his own experiences as a me...
Mar 06, 2023•32 min•Ep. 28
Grooms and those who don a suit for a wedding are expressing themselves more and are generally stepping away from cookie-cutter looks. Which begs the question, where and how do you even start? Steven Athinodorou is the Adelaide Showroom & Business Development Manager for Australian made-to-measure tailor, Oscar Hunt . They create and specialise in custom-made attire, personalised and meaningful suiting and accessories for weddings, special events and everyday business wear as well. The short...
Feb 27, 2023•29 min•Ep. 27
If you’ve ever heard someone say: “just don’t tell them it’s for a wedding” then you know about the “wedding tax”. This week in Ep26 of the Unbridely Podcast, your host Camille Abbott tackles the complex world of wedding tax. Through chats with married couples and wedding vendors, Kathryn Adams from Event Law and the summary of a study on the Consumer Perceptions and Pricing Practices for Weddings from the Louisiana State University, Shreveport, you will learn: What is wedding tax? How the weddi...
Feb 20, 2023•30 min•Ep. 26
