The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)

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READ THIS FIRST!  This episode is a recast from Season 1. Please try to ignore my filler language. I was still learning how to podcast realized soon after this episode not to do that (thanks to one of your reviews!). We've edited this down to remove as many of them as we could but we didn't want to compromise the conversation. If this is your first episode with the podcast, I promise the quality of our episodes has gotten much better! Thanks for your patience! 

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Your wedding officiant is one of the most important people at your wedding ceremony after you! But like many couples, you might feel lost when starting to put together your wedding ceremony and will need to rely heavily on your wedding officiant.

We read about celebrity engagements, and hear about their weddings on social media. But, rarely do we think about what we can learn from these over-the-top weddings.

So, today we're interviewing a very special personality in the wedding and entertainment industry to get the inside scoop on the union of Hollywood socialite Paris Hilton to her longterm boyfriend, Carter Reum.

This episode was packed with so many amazing tips from our guest. Below are the time stamps to help you navigate the episode. 

• Meet Celebrity Wedding Officiant Clint Hufft  [4:08]
• What's the difference between celebrity and non-celebrity weddings? [13:20]
• How did you find yourself involved in the wedding industry? [18:46]
• How should the wedding officiant work with other wedding vendors? [22:53]
• Security concerns at celebrity weddings. [26:35]
• Rev. Clint Hufft's “Day of Rookie Checklist” [29:55]
• Let's talk about wedding ceremony priorities. [31:57]
• How to write your wedding vows  [44:02]
• What are your tips for planning weddings of mixed faiths? [50:38]
• What are your tips for wedding ceremony music and entertainment? [54:50]
• Final takeaway [1:00:21]
• What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you? [1:09:52]

LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: THEY GET MARRIED JUST LIKE US 

• Meet Rev. Clint Hufft
• Wedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions Guide

CONNECT WITH CELEBRITY WEDDING OFFICIANT CLINT HUFFT

• Instagram: @hufftclint
• Online: reverendclint.weebly.com
• Facebook: @ReverendClintHufft

THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! 

• Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template Shop

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/105

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Wedding season is upon us and if you’re starting to think about what supplies and last-minute items you’re going to need for your actual wedding day, this post is for you. Today, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes peek at my day-of wedding emergency kit. It might be a little weird, but I really love my supply kit. It's been a lifesaver at so many weddings, and I'm so excited to do an in-depth walkthrough today with you!

EPISODE 59 HIGHLIGHTS: Day of Wedding Emergency Kit

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: 

• Exciting Life update! [7:30]
• Supply Kit Origin [11:49]
• Cutting Supplies [15:13]
• Tape and Adhesives[16:49]
• Cleaning Necessities [18:02]
• Jewelry + Miscellaneous Goodies  [19:44]
• Office Supplies [24:19]
• Review of the Day [29:45]

Thank You To Our Sponsors!

• Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template Shop
• Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the wait list and join ANY TIME! 

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/104

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It is not easy trying to put emotions into writing, ESPECIALLY when you know that writing will be spoken in front of a crowd of people.  Wedding vows and speeches are daunting for anyone, but they do not have to be! If you are engaged, and nervous about writing your vows, OR you are a performing a wedding speech for the bride and groom, this blog post is for you.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR EPISODE 62: 

• Top tips for what makes a good ceremony speech? [20:48]
• How long should a speech be? [25:54]
• Advice for speech delivery [29:40]
• How do you get a speech that pops? [35:09]
• Writing Process? [41:16]

Thank you to our podcast sponsors! 

• Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template Shop
• Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/103

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There’s more to your wedding than just tables and chairs. So today I’m going to give you a thorough wedding rentals checklist of the things you’ve probably thought of but also several other things that may not even be on your radar. So today we’re going to talk about 4 main kinds of rentals:

1. Ceremony
2. Tabletop
3. Tables and Chairs
4. Lounge and Furniture
5. Equipment 

I’m excited to share this episode with you because I love getting ORGANIZED and checklists make my heart happy. 

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: 

• Life Update: Waterpark success! [10:11]
• Ceremony Necessities [13:35]
• Table-top Must Haves [16:40]
• Lounge and Furniture [20:15]
• Equipment [24:26]
• Review of the Day! [28:43]
• Episode wrap up [30:49]

LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

• The Ultimate Wedding Planning checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 
• @AskthePlannerPodcast on Instagram
• Book a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situation

Thank you to our podcast sponsors! 

• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/102

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Whether you’re a couple about to get married or you’re a wedding planner, you would probably love to find a template for your wedding seating chart to make the table assignments process easier and stress-free. If so, you may be wondering:

• Where can I download a template for my wedding seating chart?
• How do I assign the table assignments in my wedding seating chart?
• Who should I assign to a table first in my wedding seating chart?
• How should I set up the template for my wedding seating chart?

Wedding table and seat assignments can be a dramatic endeavour fraught with tension and disorganization. Lucky for you, in today's blog post, we're reviewing the basics of wedding table seat assignments. I'm also providing you with a template for your wedding seating chart!

Thank you to our podcast sponsors! 

• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/61

I also mentioned platforms like Social Tables or All Seated. Unfortunately, since I originally recorded the episode, the platforms are no longer free. We’re coming out with a Seating Spreadsheet that you can use and it will be in the Wedding Planning Template shop this summer, so be on the lookout for that if you want help organizing your guests by table. 

If you have follow-up questions or want me to talk more in-depth about something you heard today, please leave the podcast a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, leave your Instagram handle, and what your question is and I’ll address it in a future episode and follow you back!

Also, while you’re there, please leave us feedback about the show. What you like, don’t like, who you want to hear from in Season 4, I want to make this show based on what you want to hear and what would be helpful for you!

And if you don’t know what to say, just drop me an emoji, maybe your wedding date, something that tells us where you’re listening or where you’re from, I love knowing where you all are! 

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In this episode, I’m answering your questions in an Ask Me Anything session. I’ll share how I got started as a wedding planner, some of the most unusual and challenging moments I’ve encountered at weddings, and my thoughts on the industry. Whether you’re planning your own wedding, working as a vendor, or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, I hope you’ll enjoy these stories and insights. Join me as I reflect on my journey, bust a few myths, and offer practical advice along the way.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop (Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off!)
• Instagram: @asktheplannerpodcast 
• Our Amazon Storefront
• Book a clarity call

For today’s episode show notes and links mentioned on the episode, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/100

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 Today, we're going to explore that "what's next" feeling you might be having after you've booked your "main" wedding vendors. It's a huge accomplishment to have found and booked those vendors, and as a wedding planner, I know that it can bring a HUGE sigh of relief feeling like "the hard part is over". However, it's important to remember that there are still a million little things to do before your wedding day. So often, couples feel like they're "done" once they've booked their vendors, but the reality is that there is still a lot of work to be done. In today's episode, we're going to dive into exactly what to do after booking your main wedding vendors.  

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Book your main vendors and create a cohesive decor plan [1:26]
• Book secondary wedding vendors [3:05]
• Create your wedding day timeline [4:25]
• Create scripts and choose your wedding songs [12:53]

LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop (Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off!)
• Full Service Planning
• Book a Clarity Call with Desirée
• Episode 67: Find Your Perfect (Color) Match: Wedding Designs and Color Palettes
• Episode 19: How to Put Together a Wedding Day Timeline in 7 Steps
• Episode 97: Last-Minute Wedding To-Do List
• How to Put Together a Smooth Wedding Day Timeline
• Episode 65: Signature Wedding Cocktails for Every Season
• Free Styled Shoot Timeline Template

For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/99

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So much thought and planning goes into your wedding aesthetic. The flowers, the stationery, the tables, etc. But what about you and your wedding party? Obviously one of the most important aspects of the day is your people! Your squad. And what they’re wearing makes a big impact on your overall wedding aesthetic.

But there are so many brands and directions you can take - same dresses, different dresses, prints, what’s flattering on so many body styles, etc. 

How do you muddle through all this? On today’s episode, our guest guides you through the whole process and shares with us her tips on how to achieve those perfectly coordinated looks. 

This episode was packed with so many amazing tips from our guest. Below are the time stamps to help you navigate the episode. 

• Meet Katie Hubbard [02:14]
• How do you help couples and brides select their wedding attire? [3:53]
• What’s the process of working with a wedding stylist? [4:24]
• Why do you focus on all wedding fashion EXCEPT the wedding dress? [6:42]
• Do you only style the bride? [7:34]
• Why are brides choosing mismatched dresses for bridesmaids' dresses? [8:47]
• Favorite bridesmaid dresses designers or brands? [11:12]
• What other services does My Wedding Wardrobe provide? [11:52]
• 2023 wedding fashion trends? [16:21]
• Groomsmen fashion trends for 2023? [18:21]
• Styling mixed-gender wedding parties (bridesmen, groomsmaids, etc.)? [19:45]
• Listener question 1: Are there types of jewelry or shoes that would look better with certain dresses? [21:54]
• Listener question 2: I chose a blush dress with a white lace overlay. I want to wear pale blue shoes for my “something blue." Good idea or bad idea? [23:26]
• “This or That” [25:12]

 Connect with Katie Hubbard

• My Wedding Wardrobe
• Instagram: @myweddingwardrobe

Links Mentioned in the Show

• Sachin and Babi
• My Wedding Wardrobe's Bridal Resale
• My Wedding Wardrobe's Event Travel

THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSOR! 

• Proven Skincare. Get 20% off my daily skincare routine! Enter the code DESIREE during checkout to save 20% off your first order.

For the episode show notes and links, go to verveeventco.com/98

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Today, I’m sharing EVERYTHING you need to do while you’re in the home stretch of wedding planning - including the things that typically aren’t covered on a wedding planning checklist (because at this point, you kind of feel like you’ve done everything).

These “home stretch” tasks are going to make the biggest difference on your wedding day. But that’s why you listen to this podcast right? So you never have to worry about missing a thing.

I’m going to dive into all of the juicy details for today’s episode but in case you’re driving (or want to save some notes to talk to your fiance later), you’ll be able to find today’s episode show notes at verveeventco.com/97

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Wedding Timelines [2:51]
  • Vendor Load-in [3:15]
  • Getting Ready [4:25]
  • Photography Timeline [6:20]
  • Ceremony [6:58]
  • Reception [7:44]
  • Vendor Breakdown/Load-out [8:15]
• Finalize Your Wedding Guest List & Seating Chart
• Finalize Rentals & Decor [11:50]
• Wedding Party Details [14:46]
• Last-Minute Wedding Items [18:10]

 LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

• Shop the Wedding Planning Templates Shop (Use code PODCAST10 for 10% off!)
• Learn more about our Wedding Venue Selection Service
• Book a Clarity Call with Desirée
• Wedding Pocket Schedules Template 
• Get the Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist

Text the Wedding Planning Hotline

During your wedding you will have a ton of photos taken of you. For some people this can be very nerve-wracking if they’re self-conscious about their appearance - including their smile. And let’s be honest, your smile is in almost every single photo of you. So if you don’t have good teeth, this can be a problem. 

On today’s episode, we’re talking about your teeth and how to make sure your smile looks its very best on the wedding day. Even if you’re not getting married, we’re still going to talk about some important items and busting some myths about dental hygiene, so make sure you listen until the end!

This episode was packed with so many amazing tips from our guest. 

• Meet Dr. Jim Gleason  [02:52]
• What is Invisalign? [09:02]
• How are clear aligners different or similar to braces? [10:49]
• What makes someone a good or bad candidate for Invisalign? [14:29]
• How does Invisalign or clear aligners work? [16:12]
• What is the timeline and process for Invisalign? [19:18]
• Do online and at-home options like SmileDirectClub or Byte work? [22:33]
• How much does Invisalign cost? [27:52]
• Common misconceptions about clear aligners and braces. [30:57]
• Will I get more cavities if I use clear aligners or Invisalign? [36:11]
• Does mouth wash work? [37:57]
• When is the best time to get your teeth whitened? [41:08]

Connect with Jim Gleason

• Gleason Orthodontics website
• Instagram: @gleasonortho

Links Mentioned in the Show

• Check out Gleason Ortho's Amazon Storefront
• Dr. Gleason's favorite mouthwash
• Dr. Gleason's cavity-fighting gum

THANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSOR! 

• Proven Skincare. Get 20% off my daily skincare routine! Enter the code DESIREE during checkout to save 20% off your first order.

For the episode show notes and links, go to verveeventco.com/96