In this episode of Wed and Worth It, Melissa chats with Emma about her elegant and logistically complex New York City wedding at a historic museum. Emma shares her journey planning a $300K wedding in just 11 months, including how she navigated vendor selection, budgeting surprises (hello, $50K tent quote!), and the unexpected costs that come with a non-traditional venue. From her best budgeting advice to why chairs and lighting cost way more than she expected, this episode is packed with practical takeaways for anyone planning a wedding—especially in a big city.Was it worth it? Emma says yes, and she’s sharing why!

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