On Episode 048: “Behind The Scenes of Your Wedding Planning Process” we pulled out some very ‘behind the curtain’ questions about how vendors think, operate, what drives us nuts and how we work best with our couples. Joining me on the show this week is veteran photographer Cristen Clark, owner of Autumn Olive Photography. She’s got 17 years of experience and she and I had so much fun answering these questions that most couples don’t even think to ask. There’s a little bit of controversy, highly debated topics in the wedding world & more - we hope you learn something from this episode that will make your process a little smoother and help you and your vendors get along a little better! 

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This Week’s Guest:

Cristen Clark - Autumn Olive Photography, Owner & Lead Photographer

@autumnolivephotography 

www.autumnolivephotography.com

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@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Thank You To Our Sponsors This Week: 

The Cigar Box

@mobilecigarbox

@sundayafternoonsmokes 

www.mobilecigarbox.com 

Lemon or Lime - bar service 

@lemonorlimesc 

www.lemonorlimebar.com/charlotte

On Episode 047: “Color Analysis in Wedding Design” the lovely Amy Casey of House of Colour Waxhaw came on the show and we discussed how color analysis affects your wedding color palette, your bridal party’s attire, your decor and more! I learned so much on this week’s episode and know you will too.

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This Week’s Guest:

Amy Casey - House of Colour Waxhaw, Franchise Owner & Color Analyst

@houseofcolour_waxhaw 

https://www.houseofcolour.com/stylists/amy-casey-waxhaw-north-carolina 

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Thank You To Our Sponsors This Week: 

The Cigar Box

@mobilecigarbox

@sundayafternoonsmokes 

www.mobilecigarbox.com 

Lemon or Lime - bar service 

@lemonorlimesc 

www.lemonorlimebar.com/charlotte

On Episode 046: “When Things Go WRONG” you guys wanted to know what to do when things (inevitably) go off-script on wedding day. Whether you’ve been to another wedding and seen everything you do NOT want to happen on your big day or you’re worried about the weather or other people messing things up, I’m here to answer your questions and help you to have a plan A, B and C through Z ready to roll! Remember, something will always go wrong - big or small, but the most important thing is to be prepared for it and to have a good team in place to put those fires out and pivot! 

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Thank You To Our Sponsrs This Week: 

Lemon or Lime - bar service 

@lemonorlimesc 

www.lemonorlimebar.com/charlotte 

C&D Marquees

@cdmarquees 

www.candmarquees.com

On Episode 045: “The Time Management Talk” the incredible Troy Adams, owner of Carolina DJ Pros came on the show to help me answer your questions about how to stay on track with your wedding planning, how to prioritize what’s most important when planning your wedding, and how to not let it overwhelm you and stress you out. We had so much fun recording this episode and I think there’s something for everyone in this episode because not only can you apply Troy’s expertise to your wedding planning, but to your everyday life as well because let’s face it - life is busy and there’s always more to do! 

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This week’s Guest:

Troy Adams - Carolina DJ Professionals, Owner 

@carolinadjpros 

www.carolinadjprofessionals.com

Troy & Taylor’s music recommendations this week:

O.A.R. - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Cq0LAHFfvUTBEtMPXUidI?si=iHckULNpS8-QRA83W14GCg

Toby Mac - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VX8hxrcfJWwaTLiqGUHG3?si=2vtcuApFR6isTNVJmy0JRQ

Morgan Wallen - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4oUHIQIBe0LHzYfvXNW4QM?si=KW92ucFzQPCC5YIOyHyDxg

Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys - https://open.spotify.com/track/7nVQ8mo77KaUvhUQzh4vMy?si=b94460fb5c9f41bd

Down by the Bay (Boyd’s favorite song right now) - https://open.spotify.com/track/6jTZGXH1cOQM3jhh07ZE1y?si=9d41288638574a9a

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Thank You to Our Sponsors this week: 

C&D Marquees

@cdmarquees 

www.candmarquees.com

Autumn Olive Photography

@autumnolivephotography

www.autumnolivephotography.com

On Episode 044: “Avoiding Viral Wedding Photography Mistakes” I was joined by my lovely and talented friend who happens to be a fantastic wedding photographer - Kimberly Cauble, owner of Kimberly Cauble Photography - and we addressed some questions from couples about some seriously sketchy things being talked about all over the internet - wedding photographers ghosting their clients on wedding day, delivering photos that don’t match their editing style, or taking the money and running. How in the world are you supposed to know and who do you trust when hiring a wedding photographer?! Well, I’m glad you asked because we addressed all of this on this week’s episode of the show. Tune in to make sure you’re not the next viral story going around the internet when it comes to making some serious wedding photography mistakes! 

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This week’s Guest:

Kimberly Cauble - Kimberly Cauble Photography

@kinmberly.cauble 

www.kimberlycaublephotography.com

Kimberly’s music & podcast recommendation this week:

The Hamilton Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2nZEH1WHqkby5zQXn0dFn7?si=Q8r4YOReSc2exf7dzohdyQ

Doing Life Differently, Katelyn James - https://open.spotify.com/show/31VPNxxuW8CXQsvW8ZH58Q?si=3c5be2f9a0304dd2

Marco Polo App - https://www.marcopolo.me/ 

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

On Episode 043: “A Couple’s Responsibilities” I was joined by my sweet friend/ amazing DJ - Victor Huaman, owner of Elegant Soiree DJs and Photobooths - and we broke down some cold hard truth that every couple needs to hear: you HAVE to be an active participant in your wedding planning process. Want to know why? Tune into this episode and we’ll let you know!

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This week’s Guest:

Victor Huaman - Elegant Soiree DJs and Photobooths

@elegantsoireedjsandphotobooths 

www.elegantsoireedjsandphotobooths.com

Our book & music recommendation this week:

September by Earth, Wind & Fire -https://open.spotify.com/track/2grjqo0Frpf2okIBiifQKs?si=fa88ff53067a4cf3

The Vendor Table Podcast -https://open.spotify.com/show/2RDwQ30nUUYoPO9Kf0dLct?si=cfbc664980f64035

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to[email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) -https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Get your FREE tickets the Southern Charm Bridal Show on 2/23/25 on Eventbrite:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-southern-charm-bridal-show-tickets-1080493758919?aff=oddtdtcreator

On Episode 042: “Communication & Boundaries” this week, I answered some tricky questions from couples about how to handle some awkward conversations with loved ones, co-workers and vendors. Communication is KEY when it comes to relationships in general, but when emotions and budgets are high during the wedding planning process - it’s even more crucial to say what you mean, know how to say it, and stick to your guns. And that’s exactly what this episode is about!

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Get your FREE tickets the Southern Charm Bridal Show on 2/23/25 on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-southern-charm-bridal-show-tickets-1080493758919?aff=oddtdtcreator

On Episode 041: “Wedding Decor Rentals - To Rent or Not To Rent?” the lovely Shannon Thomas, owner of Creative Solutions Special Events came on the show to share her 25 yeats of event rental knowledge and help me answer questions like “should I just buy decor?” and “what does a rental company even do?”. There’s SO much that couples are surprised and confused about when it comes to rentals so we’re here this week to debunk some myths and set the record straight! 

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

This week’s Guest:

Shannon Thomas - Creative Solutions Special Events, Owner & Founder

@csspecialevents 

www.csspecialevents.com

Our book & music recommendation this week:

Beach Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/34jRHx6XEYtuTCBDKAgtOg?si=zyYwDA7fQtiFHt5UV7Ag3w

Teaching from Rest by Sarah Mackenzie - https://amzn.to/4g9Ip2w

The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning - https://amzn.to/4g9Ip2w

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Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Get your FREE tickets the Southern Charm Bridal Show on 2/23/25 on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-southern-charm-bridal-show-tickets-1080493758919?aff=oddtdtcreator

This week on Episode 040: “How to get the Most Out of Bridal Shows” I am replaying my conversation with the wedding show man himself, Marc Wheeler - producer of Wedding Festivals. Marc came on the show in season 1 to help answer all your questions about bridal shows - how to prepare for them, how to make the most of your time at a show, and what to do when you get home with 100+ business cards. It was so full of great advice that I just had to air this episode again since bridal show season is in full swing. You definitely want to tune in before heading to a show!

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

⁠www.lemonsandwillowevents.com⁠

This week’s guest: 

Marc Wheeler - Wedding Festivals, The Gassaway Mansion & Edinburgh West

@weddingfestivals 

@gassawaymansion

@edinburghwest  

⁠www.weddingfestivals.com⁠

Upcoming Lemons & Willow Event Management Bridal Show: 

February 23rd - The Southern Charm Bridal Show, Southern Charm Events, Rock Hill SC

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@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to ⁠[email protected]

On Episode 038: “Ask Taylor Anything!” I took a little different approach and did this episode solo to answer some of the questions you guys tend to ask about me - How did I get into wedding planning? What are some of the best things I’ve seen couples do at their wedding? What are the best and worst parts about my job? How can you get into wedding planning? I truly want you guys to know I’m an open book and that you can trust me and the resources I bring to you each week so this episode aims to do just that - give you a little more access to me and hopefully leave you feeling like you can trust me and The Dazed & Engaged Wedding Planning Advice Podcast to answer all of your questions! Thanks as always for being here and being a part of this community!

Your host:

Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner 

@lemonsandwillowevents 

www.lemonsandwillowevents.com

Taylor’s music recommendation this week:

Rediscover the Backstreet Boys playlist - https://music.amazon.com/playlists/B00LAFTXBQ?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_XNJ0U5JWR3jzNuc22FDgdaONv

Praise & Worship Radio - https://music.amazon.com/stations/A15MU3EQ4XZ3Y5?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_e2LFYYKUCGpsiZQrpmTiANVIM

Honey in The Rock, Brooke Ligertwood & Brandon Lake - https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0BM3S82L3?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_K6Z5rtEErX8Six2haJxf8e3z1&trackAsin=B0BM3ZQK61

Shoutouts to the People & Places I talked about on the show this week: 

Ashley Wilkat - told me to apply to the Disney College Program

Madison Miller - told me I should transfer to Parks & Rec (can’t spell PaRTy without PRT!)

Annette Moore - world’s best Parks & Rec teacher

Liz DeKoyer - best boss I ever had & taught me so much at the Country Club of Asheville

Miriam Ackerman, Scout + Grace Events - runs an amazing team and is a great mentor

Brittni Miller, Magnificent Moments Weddings - runs an amazing team & is a great friend

Sky Retreat and V+B Experience (farm animals) - https://theskyretreat.com/ and https://www.vandbexperience.com/ 

French Broad Chocolates in Asheville NC - https://www.frenchbroadchocolates.com/ 

Follow along on social media!

@dazedandengagedpodcast 

Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to [email protected]

Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you’d like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today! 

1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour

Get your FREE tickets the Southern Charm Bridal Show on 2/23/25 on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-southern-charm-bridal-show-tickets-1080493758919?aff=oddtdtcreator