The Bridecast

Wrapping up Season Two of The Bridecast, Haley and Sophie are diving into one of the most important (and often underestimated) parts of your wedding day: the timeline. From getting ready moments to your grand exit, they break down how to create a seamless, stress-free schedule that actually allows you to be present and enjoy every moment.

They share insider tips from real wedding days, common timeline mistakes to avoid, and how to build in intentional space for the moments that matter most. Whether you're a bride, planner, or vendor, this episode will leave you feeling confident and prepared heading into the big day.

It’s the perfect send-off to the season—practical, thoughtful, and designed to help you walk into your wedding day with clarity and ease.

See you in November for Season 3!!

In this episode of The Bridecast, we’re joined by Utah wedding planner Kara Harris, known for her calm leadership, thoughtful planning style, and going above and beyond for her couples.

Kara shares how she got started in the wedding industry, what sets her approach apart, and why creating a grounded, stress-free experience is at the heart of everything she does. She also breaks down the differences between full-service planning, partial planning, and coordination, and what brides actually need depending on their wedding vision.

If you're newly engaged, currently planning, or simply want a smoother, more intentional wedding day, this episode is for you!

You can find Kara at the following:

Kara's Website

Kara's Instagram

Follow The Bridecast on socials:

The Bridecast on Instagram

Sophie's Instagram

Haley's Instagram

Interested in joining an episode? Message us at [email protected].

In this episode, we sit down with Kassidy and Natasha to have an honest, empowering conversation about bridal dress shopping and body image. From navigating expectations in the fitting room to finding a gown that truly reflects who you are, they share insight, encouragement, and practical advice for brides of every shape and size. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the dress shopping experience, this episode is your reminder that confidence is the most beautiful thing you can wear.

More from Natasha and Kassidy:

Podcast – Every Body is a Bridal Body (found anywhere)

Instagram – @va_bridal

Website – www.va-bridal.com

This week's episode features Mandy Clayson, head florist and founder of Flowers by Mandy, a floral company based in Provo and Kanab, UT.

With an emphasis on sustainability and locally grown florals, Mandy guides listeners through initial floral consultation, realistic floral budgets, seasonal factors, and current trends.

We know our brides will walk away with the tools to bring their floral dreams to life!

You can find Mandy at the following:

Mandy's Website

Mandy's Instagram

Follow The Bridecast on socials:

The Bridecast on Instagram

Sophie's Instagram

Haley's Instagram

Interested in joining an episode? Message us at [email protected].

In this episode, Sophie Dennis and Haley Skewes share expert tips on building your dream wedding vendor team, vetting vendors effectively, understanding contracts and deposits, and when to DIY versus hire professionals for your wedding day.

Keywords

wedding planning, wedding vendors, vendor vetting, wedding contracts, DIY wedding, wedding tips, wedding photography, wedding videography, wedding dress alterations, wedding budget

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Bridecast: Building Your Dream Vendor Team

05:40 Vetting and Comparing Vendors

11:03 Contracts, Deposits, and Expectations

15:44 DIY: When DIY Works and When It Doesn't

Haley and Sophie sit down with Kelsey Smith, the team behind Magnolia Event Center and River Bridge Event Center, to talk all things wedding venues. In this episode, Kelsey shares what couples should look for when choosing a venue, common planning mistakes to avoid, and how the right venue team can make your wedding day seamless from start to finish. If you're newly engaged or in the middle of planning, this conversation is packed with helpful insight on timelines, logistics, and creating a wedding day that truly reflects your vision.

For more thoughts from Sophie and Haley on choosing a wedding venue, visit the episode linked below!

Follow both event centers here to get more information:

@riverbridgeeventcenter

@magnoliautah

In this fourth episode of Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide, we walk you through how to confidently choose the right venue for your vision, priorities, and budget.

We cover what to think about before you tour, the most important questions to ask venues, common restrictions and hidden red flags, and how your venue choice impacts your timeline, vendor team, and overall wedding experience.

If you’re a Utah bride in the early stages of planning, you won't want to miss this!

Favorite Bridal Inspo:

Activations App

Ring It Up Course | Everson Events

75 Hard - Bridal Edition

Follow Along on Social:

The Bridecast on Instagram

Sophie's Instagram

Haley's Instagram

Interested in joining an episode? Message us at [email protected].

In this episode of The Bridecast, we sit down with Kelly Christensen of Caley’s Catering and Events, Utah's #1 wedding catering company specializing in seamless, one-stop-shop experiences for couples. Since 2006, Caley’s Catering has been serving beautifully curated wedding menus while helping couples simplify the planning process. We talk about wedding catering trends, how to choose the right wedding caterer, budgeting tips, and what it really takes to create a memorable guest dining experience. If you’re planning a wedding and want expert advice on food, service, and stress-free coordination, this episode is for you.

Want to get in touch with Caley's Catering? Here is their info:

Instagram – @caleyscatering

Website – caleyscatering.com

Dive into this new series where Sophie & Haley talk through each phase of the wedding planning process, beginning with engagement and ending in 'I Do'.

This third episode covers Vision, Vibe & Values, and helping couples define what they actually want.

Through nearly a decade of combined wedding experience, and our own bridal eras, we know this information will be valuable to anyone entering or in their bridal phase!

Favorite Bridal Inspo:

⁠Activations App⁠

⁠Ring It Up Course | Everson Events⁠

⁠75 Hard - Bridal Edition ⁠

Follow Along on Social:

⁠The Bridecast on Instagram⁠

⁠Sophie's Instagram⁠

⁠Haley's Instagram⁠

Interested in joining an episode? Message us at [email protected].

Join Sophie and Haley for a rerun of the very first episode with Rosie Rue Floral Co to celebrate the first birthday of The Bridecast! Thank you all for being here, and Sophie and Haley look forward to many more birthdays to come!

For more information on Rosie Rue Floral Co, see the attached episode below!