Looking and feeling your best for your destination wedding is vitally important. This episode is a must-listen! Our host, Jennifer Stein is joined by Lauren Shea, a top-tier destination wedding hair and makeup artist, to tackle all your beauty-related questions. From choosing the perfect hair and makeup team from afar to deciding whether to bring your own stylist along, we’ve got you covered.

Lauren shares her expert insights on balancing beauty trends with personal comfort, so you’ll feel confident walking down the aisle. Plus, Jennifer and Lauren dive into fun debates like whether bold brows are here to stay or if we’re circling back to Gwen Stefani’s iconic ‘90s look.

Get all the tips, tricks, and expert advice you need to look flawless on your big day. Hit play and start planning your wedding beauty strategy now!

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About Lauren Shea: Lauren Shea has followed in her grandmother’s footsteps of over 64 years in the industry and has over 15 years of experience behind the chair. Lauren Shea has worked on models for the runway at New York and London Fashion Weeks with big names like Jon Reyman, Beppe D’Elia, & Davide Marzola, and leading teams locally in Colorado. Designers include Pamella Roland, Marta Jakubowski, Steven Tai, Nico Panda, Mondo Guerra, Shari Henry, Gita Omri, and more. She is a Luxury Destination Wedding Stylist and Makeup Artist working on brides and wedding parties all over Colorado and the world. She has worked on over 300 weddings during her career and with world renowned photographers like Sandra Aberg for bridal editorial shoots. Her wedding work has been featured by several national media outlets as well as local publications like Rocky Mountain Bride, Couture Colorado, and Colorado Weddings Magazine. Lauren loves working with the camera and production and has branched out to work with clients like Noosa Yoghurt, GentleCure, Marvin Windows, Golf Forever, MaxeyLash, Brother, Lifesize, and CancerCare. She is on L’Oreal Professionnel’s national artistic team educating for the pioneering company of hair color and hairdressing education. Her specialties when behind the chair are in blondes, balayage color corrections, hand tied hair extensions, etc. She's a Global Beautick Artist, Luxury Destination Beauty Artist, Production Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist as well as a National L'Oreal Professionnel Artist. You can follow Lauren online at LaurenSheaArtistry.com or on Instagram at @laurenshea.artistry

More about Destination I Do:
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

Waterfront locales are one of the most popular destinations for weddings for good reason. Offering up beautiful backdrops and endless things to do for your group, having a wedding on the coast is always a great idea. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Christopher Edwards, Catering Sales Manager at Delta by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront to talk about why a waterfront wedding might be the perfect place for you.

Christopher has years of experience successfully orchestrating events ranging from intimate gatherings to large corporate galas.The two discuss ways to keep costs in check while creating the coastal wedding you've been dreaming of as well as what some of the pros and cons you should be aware of. From helpful tips on ways to save and keep your stress down, to how to plan for inclement weather and the best times of year to plan for, they cover it all.

Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:

Lovebird - Digital Wedding Invitations, Websites and Save-the-dates: Lovebird.com

Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events: https://experiencemarriott.com/weddings

About Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events:
At Marriott Bonvoy, we take every event “a step beyond.” Our events let you break away from the traditional toward meaningful experiences for guests. Our hotels and resorts reframe events as high-impact getaways hosted at incredible indoor and outdoor spaces, with catering menus that leave a lasting impression and local flavors inspired by the destination – while keeping sustainability in mind at each venue.

Marriott Bonvoy hotel and resort teams help to reimagine the complete event experience with personalized service for seamless celebrations that spark genuine connections among guests. There are countless benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon at Marriott Bonvoy Hotels. Among them are room upgrades, resort credits and special promotions for your honeymoon when you plan your wedding at a Marriott Bonvoy hotel, plus earn bonus points on member-exclusive deals. Join Marriott Bonvoy to start earning, redeeming and reaping the benefits of membership.
For more about Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events, log on to https://experiencemarriott.com/weddings or follow @marriottbonvoy

More about Destination I Do:
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

Have you ever thought how much easier it would be to select a destination that serves as both your wedding AND your honeymoon? If that sounds like a great option for you, we've got some helpful tips! In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, discusses the benefits of finding a destination that does double duty. She's joined by Jenevieve Beaulieu, Event Manager for The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square. They discuss the benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon in the same place, ways you can make it feel one way for guests and totally different for your honeymoon, how to transition your experience from the wedding to the honeymoon seamlessly, and much more. From budget saving tips to do's and don'ts for the big day and beyond, this is a must listen!  About Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events: At Marriott Bonvoy, we take every event “a step beyond.” Our events let you break away from the traditional toward meaningful experiences for guests. Our hotels and resorts reframe events as high-impact getaways hosted at incredible indoor and outdoor spaces, with catering menus that leave a lasting impression and local flavors inspired by the destination – while keeping sustainability in mind at each venue.

Marriott Bonvoy hotel and resort teams help to reimagine the complete event experience with personalized service for seamless celebrations that spark genuine connections among guests. There are countless benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon at Marriott Bonvoy Hotels. Among them are room upgrades, resort credits and special promotions for your honeymoon when you plan your wedding at a Marriott Bonvoy hotel, plus earn bonus points on member-exclusive deals. Join Marriott Bonvoy to start earning, redeeming and reaping the benefits of membership.
For more about Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events, log on to https://experiencemarriott.com/weddings or follow @marriottbonvoy

More about Destination I Do
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein is joined by bride and travel influencer, Hali Oduor, as they discuss Hali's upcoming destination wedding events. She's planning four total celebrations, three in Kenya and one in the United States. Jennifer and Hali talk about why she decided to do more than one event, the biggest surprises she's encountered during her planning and the ways she's sourcing all of her vendors for her upcoming weddings. They also talk about the fashion side of Hali's planning and what personal detail she's weaving into her events to make it even more personal. Stay tuned for a follow up episode with Hali Oduor in the coming months. 

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About Hali Oduor: 
Hali Oduor is a globally recognized Gen Z influencer, known for her captivating content and passion for travel, fashion, and sustainability. Recently engaged, Hali is in the midst of planning four distinct wedding ceremonies, including a destination wedding weekend in June 2025 at The Beach Palace in Kenya. This stunning villa on the East African coast highlights Kenya's growing reputation as a premier luxury wedding destination. Hali currently has over 120K followers on Instagram alone and 1.72K followers on her Youtube channel. Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/halioduor/ or Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/@HaliOduor

About Destination I Do:
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home online or on the airwaves. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein is joined by co-host, Lauren Ertl, as they unpack 10 expert tips for navigating air travel for your destination wedding. Tips are sourced by wedding travel advisors, planners, destination wedding photographers and all the people who travel the globe for weddings as their jobs to give you the very best advice for getting to and from your wedding with ease. They talk about everything from tricks to keep your bags on track to what time you should book your flights to avoid delays and what rights you have as a traveler. No matter where you're planning your celebration, this is a must-listen! 

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Iberostar Beachfront Resorts: https://www.iberostar.com/en/weddings/

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Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

As fun and exciting as wedding planning can be, conflicts can arise and things can get heated despite your best efforts. Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by conflict negotiator and mediator, Damali Peterman, to discuss ways to handle these flare ups. Damali's expert advice includes everything from little disputes that start to add up, to bigger issues like getting push back on your budget, or trying to navigate firing a person from your wedding party. This heavy hitting episode is packed with helpful tips on best practices for effective communication with your spouse, your family and your friends. 

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About Damali Peterman: 

Damali Peterman is a highly regarded and sought-after lawyer, mediator, negotiator, educator, and speaker with nearly 20 years of experience in the alternative dispute resolution field. She believes that we are ALL negotiators, whether we realize it or not. Whether you're asking for a raise, navigating a challenging relationship, we are negotiating all day, every day. She is the founder and CEO of two successful, award-winning companies—Breakthrough ADR, and Damali Law. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Cheddar, In Touch, Fast Company, PIX Morning News, Essence, Madame Noire, The Black News Channel, Medium, New York Post, SiriusXM, CBS, FOX, ABC and affiliates across the country. Order her new book Negotiating While Black: Be Who You Are to Get What You Want published by Penguin Random House here! Follow Damali on social: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube

About Destination I Do: 

Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

If there is a time in your life you want to feel and look your best, it's on your wedding day. Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Julie Sabatino, owner and founder of The Stylish Bride, to discuss tips for selecting a wedding gown perfect for your destination, best practices for outfitting your entire wedding party, getting your wedding attire to your destination and so much more. Her new book, Dressed, Styled and Down the Aisle is a perfect accompaniment to this episode, so hop onto Amazon to grab a copy!

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More About Julie Sabatino and The Stylish Bride: 
There isn’t a top designer she doesn’t have an ironclad relationship with — Oscar de la Renta named a dress after her — but she hasn’t forgotten what it felt like to be bride-to-be with no idea of how to navigate the wedding shopping process. “I can remember feeling overwhelmed by the options and also humiliated and discouraged that none of the samples fit; I had a real crisis of confidence and looked for guidance, but there was no such thing as a bridal stylist in 2001.”Knowing there had to be a better way, Julie left her job in finance, enrolled in FIT, and launched The Stylish BrideⓇ, a full-service bridal styling company dedicated to helping couples navigate the world of wedding wear. Passionate about diversity and inclusion, she developed The Sample Size Solution – a portable product designed to help make sample dresses fit the bride – which has been applauded for its practicality and helping to address body size stigmatization. After years of being urged to share her wedding styling knowledge with the world, Julie wrote her book, Dressed, Styled and Down the Aisle which has been hailed as a “must-read manifesto” by insiders. To follow The Stylish Bride, log on to https://thestylishbride.com/ or follow her @thestylishbride on all social media channels.

More About Destination I Do
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

Selecting the perfect venue for your destination wedding is one of the most important choices you'll make. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, discusses the benefits of finding a hotel venue with a loyalty program for your wedding away. She's joined by Laura Fox, Senior Catering Sales Executive at Boston Marriott Long Wharf, part of Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events. They cover everything from how best to earn and spend loyalty points, tips on maximizing those points and the perks of hosting a wedding or event at a Marriott Bonvoy property. About Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events: At Marriott Bonvoy, we take every event “a step beyond.” Our events let you break away from the traditional toward meaningful experiences for guests. Our hotels and resorts reframe events as high-impact getaways hosted at incredible indoor and outdoor spaces, with catering menus that leave a lasting impression and local flavors inspired by the destination – while keeping sustainability in mind at each venue.

Marriott Bonvoy hotel and resort teams help to reimagine the complete event experience with personalized service for seamless celebrations that spark genuine connections among guests. There are countless benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon at Marriott Bonvoy Hotels. Among them are room upgrades, resort credits and special promotions for your honeymoon when you plan your wedding at a Marriott Bonvoy hotel, plus earn bonus points on member-exclusive deals. Join Marriott Bonvoy to start earning, redeeming and reaping the benefits of membership.
For more about Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events, log on to https://experiencemarriott.com/weddings or follow @marriottbonvoy

More about Destination I Do
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

Not all wedding venues are created equal. And if you plan to have a destination wedding, you may not even be able to view your venue in person before the big day. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Natalia Mangieri, Destination Sales Executive for The Westin Michigan Avenue to discuss the best ways to scout your wedding venue from afar. With Natalia's extensive experience, she provides expert advice on what to look for in a venue so you and your guests will have the best, most seamless wedding weekend, free of stress and pressure. This is a must-listen for anyone who is planning a wedding and wants to unpack the nuances of the differences between venue types as well as to learn what a brand like Marriott Bonvoy offers for weddings and events.About Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events: At Marriott Bonvoy, we take every event “a step beyond.” Our events let you break away from the traditional toward meaningful experiences for guests. Our hotels and resorts reframe events as high-impact getaways hosted at incredible indoor and outdoor spaces, with catering menus that leave a lasting impression and local flavors inspired by the destination – while keeping sustainability in mind at each venue.

Marriott Bonvoy hotel and resort teams help to reimagine the complete event experience with personalized service for seamless celebrations that spark genuine connections among guests. There are countless benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon at Marriott Bonvoy Hotels. Among them are room upgrades, resort credits and special promotions for your honeymoon when you plan your wedding at a Marriott Bonvoy hotel, plus earn bonus points on member-exclusive deals. Join Marriott Bonvoy to start earning, redeeming and reaping the benefits of membership.
For more about Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events, log on to https://experiencemarriott.com/weddings or follow @marriottbonvoy on all social media platforms.
More about Destination I Do
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.

Music can set the tone for your event, especially when it comes to a destination wedding. That's why our host, Jennifer Stein invited live guitarist, Moses Lin, to come on the podcast as her guest. They talk about how Moses is able to not just perform songs by memory, but engages with guests as he walks around performing personal serenades. They talk about his artistic process, how he works with both couples and planners in the planning stage, and what events he is (and isn't) right for. They even dish on what his experience was like performing on Netflix's Bling Empire. If you're thinking about hiring a live musician for your destination wedding, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: 

Weddings by Palladium - https://www.palladiumweddings.com/en/

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About Moses Lin:
Moses Lin is an award winning destination wedding guitarist that specializes in instrumental covers of popular songs. His unique style of music, engaging live performances and effortless sophistication have made him the most highly sought after live musician in Southern California.
Featured on Netflix, CNBC, and virtually every major wedding publication, Moses is an industry leader, coaching wedding musicians in countries all around the world, and raising the standard for live music at luxury events. 

With over a decade of experience as a full-time musician. Moses has performed over 1,000 weddings and events and his clients include Hollywood celebrities, Grammy-winning artists, Fortune 50 CEO's, Reality TV stars, Olympic gold-medalists, politicians, and many more. To learn more about Moses, log on to moseslinmusic.com, follow him on Instagram at @moseslinmusic, TikTok at @Theweddingguitarist or on Spotify or Apple Music.

More about Destination I Do
Destination I Do was established in 2004 and has been publishing real destination weddings, helpful content about planning your wedding away (or honeymoon) and giving advice and inspiration for every couple who is dreaming of their perfect celebration away from home. To learn more about Destination I Do, log on to https://destinationido.com/ and follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destinationido/ or @destinationido on any other social media platform.