Michael Cassara and Lauren O'Brien of The Vendor Table Podcast are back to talk about finding comfort in front of the camera during photos, photography pricing, and share more hot takes when it comes to first looks, cake smashing, and how it's a wedding toast-- not a speech!

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@michaelcassaraphoto

@laurenobrienphoto

@thevendortablepod

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Michael Cassara and Lauren O’Brien, hosts of The Vendor Table podcast, are here this week to share their advice as wedding full-time photographers and hot takes on wedding trends from behind the lens!

Tune in this Friday for our next conversation with Michael and Lauren!

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@michaelcassaraphoto

@laurenobrienphoto

@thevendortablepod

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We return to finish our conversation with Shari Rivkind and Morgan Weil from Bridelawyer about the often daunting world of wedding contacts and legalities. In this episode, we cover communication with vendors, preparing for destination weddings, and considerations for the name change process for United States couples, and more!

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Click to find their books I’m Getting Married What Do I Do Now? and I’m Married What Do I Do Now? 

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Shari Rivkind and Morgan Weil from Bridelawyer are a mother-daughter duo dedicated to helping couples navigate the (oftentimes) daunting world of wedding contracts and legalities. In this episode, we highlight the importance of reviewing vendor contracts thoroughly, ensuring verbal agreements are documented, and debunk myths about prenups!

Tune in this Friday to hear the rest of our discussion!

Follow Bridelawyer on Instagram! @bridelawyers

Click to find  their books I’m Getting Married What Do I Do Now? and I’m Married What Do I Do Now? 

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This week we discuss the crucial details of food and catering on your wedding day with Chef Dante Boccuzzi and Event Manager Stephanie Petras at the renowned restaurant Dante in Cleveland, Ohio. We cover valuable tips on food portions, menu tastings, and finding caterers that will ensure your day runs smoothly.

Find more information about Dante at https://danteboccuzzi.com/cleveland-private-event-venues/ and find them on Instagram at @danteprivateeventscatering

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This week, Cameron Forbes of Forbes Functions joins us to talk about all things aesthetic and vibes. As a wedding planner and business owner based in New York City, Cameron shares her unique insights on what to keep in mind as you build the details and aesthetics of your wedding!

Find Forbes Functions on Instagram: @forbesfunctions

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Cher Irlandez, senior buyer and developer at Lulus, is here to share practical tips for finding “the one” when shopping for wedding attire! Tune in to hear Cher’s advice on how to manage online shopping for wedding attire (whether it’s yours or your wedding party’s) and honing in on the vision that you want on your day.

Find Lulus on Instagram! @lulusweddings

Check out Lulus online at https://lulus.com/bridal

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Rebecca Somnitz of Something White Bridal shares her insights into bridal concierge services and how they can alleviate the stress often faced on the wedding day and help make sure each fashion detail is immaculate. Rebecca and Leah also chat about some of the trends from New York Bridal Market!

Find Rebecca on Instagram: @somethingwhitebridal

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Meghan Ely of OFD Consulting returns to kick off the year with a dive into the must-know wedding trends of 2025! Tune in to hear how destination weddings are being redefined, how drapery is making a resurgence, and insights into different methods of personalization.

Visit 2025weddingtrends.com to see Meghan’s comprehensive slides!

Follow Meghan on Instagram! @ofdconsulting

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Kevin Dennis of Fantasy Sound Event Services is back this week to talk all things lighting. Kevin shares his advice for couples on where to start when considering lighting for the wedding day and how it can elevate and enhance decor and aesthetic with just a few touches!

Learn more about Fantasy Sound Event Services at fantasysound.com

Follow Fantasy Sound on Instagram! @fsesevents

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