The Blushing Bride Podcast

Should you do a first look? Are personal vows worth it? Is assigned seating a must, or can guests choose their own seats? 👀

In this episode of The Blushing Bride Podcast, we're putting some of the biggest wedding traditions up for debate! From timeless classics to modern trends, we're sharing our honest opinions on what's worth keeping, what's okay to skip, and how to make your wedding day feel authentically you. Whether you're in the middle of planning your wedding or just love talking all things weddings, this episode is packed with fun debates, helpful advice, and plenty of opinions. We can't wait to hear—which wedding traditions are you keeping, and which ones are you leaving behind?

In this episode of The Blushing Bride Podcast, we’re diving into the biggest celebrity wedding dresses of 2025–2026 and giving our honest bridal stylist hot takes. 💍✨

From iconic couture moments to dresses that totally surprised us, we’re breaking down what we loved, what we would change, which trends we think are here to stay, and which gowns we would actually recommend to real brides shopping today.

As bridal stylists, we see wedding dress trends every single day — so we’re giving you the inside scoop on what celebrity looks truly translate into bridal fashion and what’s just… celebrity chaos. 👀💕

Grab your coffee, your bride besties, and come hang out with us for all the fashion opinions, trend predictions, and fun bridal commentary!

In this episode of The Blushing Bride Podcast, we’re breaking down the real secrets to having a calm, confident, joy-filled “yes” moment. From prepping before your appointment, to managing opinions, to trusting your stylist (and your own heart!), we’re sharing all our best tips to help you find the one without the overwhelm.

This episode will help you breathe, relax, and enjoy the moment you’ve been dreaming of. Grab a coffee, grab your bride tribe, and get ready to say YES—with way less stress. 💕✨

Ever wondered what really goes into designing the wedding dresses brides fall in love with? 💍 In this episode, we sit down with one of the incredible designers from Maggie Sottero Designs to uncover all the details brides are dying to know! From how new collections are created, to the trends shaping the bridal world, to customizations that make each gown uniquely yours — we’re pulling back the curtain on the artistry, inspiration, and passion behind every Maggie Sottero dress.

Tune in for expert insight, design secrets, and plenty of inspiration for your own bridal journey!

Boo, brides! Wedding dress scares are real — but don’t panic, we’ve got you covered! 💍 This week on The Blushing Bride Podcast, we’re sharing all the spooky stories we’ve seen in the bridal world , and how to handle them like a pro. 💕

Tune in for a mix of laughs, lessons, and behind-the-scenes secrets that will help you feel calm, confident, and ready to say “yes” without the stress! 🕸️✨

Let’s talk all things wedding hair and makeup! This week, Gaby and Kristine sit down with the incredibly talented Abby Taylor, professional hair and makeup artist, to spill all the beauty secrets every bride needs to know before the big day.

From glowing skin and perfect curls to staying picture-perfect through happy tears — Abby shares her expert tips, favorite products, and how to create a look that’s so you.

We’re chatting about:
💋 When to book your glam team
💋 How to prep for your hair & makeup trial
💋 The biggest beauty trends for 2025 brides
💋 What to pack in your touch-up kit
💋 And how to feel your absolute best when you walk down the aisle

It’s everything you need to know for your bridal beauty journey — with plenty of laughs and real-life wedding morning stories along the way!

Planning a wedding and not sure where to start? This episode is for you! We’re sitting down with Sage from The Gathering Co., a talented wedding planner who’s sharing her best tips, insider advice, and must-knows for creating a day that’s stress-free and truly unforgettable. From timelines and budgets to design inspiration and vendor coordination, we’re covering it all!

✨ Tune in if you’re planning your wedding (or will be soon!) and want to hear real, helpful guidance from one of the pros.

Twice a year, our Simply Blush team packs up and heads to Chicago for one of the most exciting events in the bridal world — Bridal Market! In this episode, we’re taking you behind the seams for a full recap of what happens when we meet with top designers, see next season’s collections before anyone else, and hand-select the gowns that will soon fill our racks.

We’re talking 2026 bridal trends, our favorite new textures and silhouettes, and what it’s really like to shop for hundreds of gowns in just a few days! Whether you’re a bride-to-be, a fashion lover, or just curious about how your dream dress makes its way to Simply Blush Bridal, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

Welcome to a behind-the-curtain look at life inside a bridal shop! In this episode, we’re sharing real stories from bridal appointments that made us giggle, gasp, and wonder if we should have a reality show. From funny moments to heartwarming surprises, you’ll hear what it’s really like to help brides find the one. We hope you enjoy this peek into the magic (and a little bit of mayhem) at Simply Blush Bridal!

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes at a bridal shop? In this episode of The Blushing Bride Podcast, we’re giving you an inside look at a day in the life of a bridal stylist! From prepping gowns and curating appointments to celebrating “yes” moments and navigating unexpected challenges, we’re sharing all the behind-the-scenes moments you don’t see on social media. Whether you're a future bride or just love all things bridal, this episode is packed with fun stories, helpful insights, and a new appreciation for the magic our stylists create every day.