The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)

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Welcome back loverves, today, we’re diving into one of our MOST requested episodes to date. You all have been blowing up our DMs and emails which I LOVE to see, because you know I always love to hear from you, and so this week, by popular demand, we’re breaking down the pre-wedding festivities (the events that come BEFORE the wedding), so grab a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly because we are going to cover a LOT today!

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Planning Your Engagement Party [3:25]
• Your Bachelor and/or Bachelorette Parties [6:23]
• Your Bridal Shower or Wedding Shower [10:45]
• It's Almost Wedding Time! Let's Talk About Your Bridesmaid/Groomsmen Luncheon [15:28]
• Your Rehearsal Dinner (or Welcome Party!) [20:06]
• Bonus Tips for Your Pre-Wedding Festivities [24:07]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Whether you're envisioning a romantic getaway, an adventurous escape, or a luxury retreat, one crucial question you might be asking yourselves is, What kind of experiences are we going to have on our honeymoon? What does honeymoon planning really look like? Yes, today, we're embarking on a journey into the enchanting world of honeymoon destinations, how to plan for the trip of a lifetime, essential considerations, and so much more.

So, grab your partner, set your out-of-office reply, or pop open a bottle of champagne (you're almost newlyweds, after all!) and get ready to dive deep because this episode is all about curating the perfect honeymoon for your newly minted marriage!

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Should you go on your honeymoon right after your wedding? [4:48]
• Planning to visit multiple cities on your honeymoon [8:45]
• Honeymoon planning tips for balancing relaxation and experiences [10:52]
• The best honeymoon experience [16:02]
• The best destinations for a honeymoon [18:18]
• Working with a travel advisor [20:40]
• Average budget for a honeymoon [28:49]
• Does it cost money to work with a travel agent? [30:05]
• Getting started with honeymoon planning [31:57]
• Cheapest time to book international flights [39:17]
• Should we ask for complimentary upgrades on your honeymoon? [41:58]
• Extra honeymoon planning tips [44:18]
• Never Have I Ever [46:08]
• This or That [48:07]
• Special Deal for Our Loverves [50:21]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Welcome back loverves, to the FINAL part of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, from how much your venue costs to your wedding day glow up. Last week, we broke things down even further for a backyard wedding or airbnb wedding, and today, we're focusing on luxury MICRO weddings in the same way. If you’ve been imagining a wedding that still has all of the bells and whistles of a traditional wedding, but you want to prioritize guest experience and aesthetics over a larger guest count, we’re sharing all about that today!  

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• What a luxury micro wedding really is [4:34]
• Choosing a wedding venue for your micro wedding [5:56]
• Investing in personalized experiences and luxury decor and florals [8:36]
• What to budget for that is NOT affected by guest count [10:25]
• Budgeting for a wedding planner [12:46]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Welcome back loverves, to Part FIVE of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, and today, we're focusing on a TYPE of wedding instead of a line in your wedding budget. If you’ve been imagining a simple wedding in a sentimental location, or you’re hoping to save money by choosing an untraditional wedding venue like an Airbnb, you're going to love today's episode. 

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Talking to the property owner [4:10]
• What to include when setting a budget for your backyard wedding or Airbnb wedding [7:25]
• Additional considerations when planning a wedding at an untraditional wedding venue [17:00]
• Extra wedding tips for your backyard wedding or Airbnb wedding [22:08]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Welcome back to Part FOUR of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, and today, we're diving into 4 more main wedding budget categories you want to think about when creating your wedding budget. Sure, we've covered the big-ticket items in previous episodes (you can catch up on part 1, part 2, and part 3 here), but now it’s time to shine a spotlight on 4 wedding budget essentials you need to budget for. 


To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Budgeting for wedding photography and videography [3:50]
• What to include in your wedding stationery budget [7:08]
• Budgeting for entertainment (from DJ's to a band!) [8:50]
• Don't forget about the wedding cake! [12:58]
• Other things to budget for that deserve a special mention [14:24]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Tune into Episode 47 for the Do's and Don'ts of Gifting
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Today, we're moving onto our NEXT chapter in our wedding budget breakdown series, turning our spotlight onto the glittering world of BEAUTY and ATTIRE. Yes, my friends, we're diving into what it REALLY costs to look “your best” on your wedding day and covering everything from the pre-wedding skincare rituals and facials to the day-of glamour for you and your wedding party. We're talking about attire, jewelry, the veil, undergarments, ring cleaning, and so much more. 

So, grab your serums and eye gels, draw a relaxing bath, and listen in as we share all of the things you might want to budget for when it comes to looking and feeling your best on your wedding day!


To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Breaking down the cost of skincare [4:40]
• The cost of "sweating for the wedding" [7:07]
• Day of wedding beauty budget (+ who pays for what) [7:55]
• Budgeting for attire (for you and your wedding party) [10:00]
• The cost of jewelry and getting your ring cleaned [12:38]
• The cost of a custom suit or pantsuit [13:10]
• Budgeting for the final touches [15:17]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• My review of Proven skincare
• Read about my experience with Jim Gleason Discussing Invisalign (+ All Things TEETH)
• Tune into Episode 98 with Katie from My Wedding Wardrobe
• Tune into Episode 74 for everything you need to know about a CUSTOM suit
• Learn more about wedding gifting with Alexandra from Lavender and Pine
• The Most Overlooked Wedding Costs to Include in Your Wedding Budget
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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You all LOVED last week’s episode where we kicked off part one of our wedding budget series all about wedding venue fees and how much your wedding venue really costs. Now today, for part two, we are getting into the FUN stuff. While venue budgeting is typically centered around logistics, today we’re breaking down florals and rentals which, if you’re like most of the couples we work with, are the things you actually WANT to spend money on! So get ready - we are going to share tips on creating a budget for your favorite categories, tips to save money on florals, pros and cons of DIYing, and deciding whether to rent or buy - oooooh we are covering a lot today. Let get started!

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Creating a budget for your wedding florals, rentals, and decor [4:45]
• The first thing you need to look at when setting your budget [5:36]
• What you need to include in your florals, rentals, and decor budget [7:51]
• Tips to save money on your wedding flowers [10:09]
• Renting vs. Buying your decor [15:20]
• Tips for saving money on your decor and rentals [20:02]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• The Most Overlooked Wedding Costs to Include in Your Wedding Budget
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Today we are kicking off PART ONE of our wedding budget breakdown series on the podcast. We have talked about budget a few different times on the podcast and we will link to those episodes in the show notes but for today’s episode we are going dive deep into VENUES. And before you think this is just about that shiny venue fee you pay when you book, think again. We are going to share all about how to better compare venues, how to factor in your wedding food and beverage minimums, how decor plays a role and so much more. Let's get started!

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Breaking Down The Wedding Venue Fee [4:31]
• Food and Beverage Minimums [6:06]
• Looking at Included Decor [8:14]
• Guest Accommodation Options and Financial Liability [8:51]
• Parking costs and potential valet services [10:34]
• The most overlooked cost when it comes to your wedding venue fee [11:08]
• Accessibility considerations [12:07]
• Outdoor Contingencies [13:08]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Grab our FREE wedding budget checklist
• Purchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheets
• The Most Overlooked Wedding Costs to Include in Your Wedding Budget
• Wedding Budgets & Awkward Money Conversations to Have with Your Partner with Rachel Cruze (Episode 114)
• Wedding Budget Template Tutorial (Episode 75)
• Wedding Budget Myths & Facts 
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Hello loverves! I’m so excited to bring you Kyle Olson, from Rumble and Stir, onto the podcast today to spill ALL the tea about ALL the drinks you may be considering on your wedding day. We talk about everything from logistics you definitely won’t have considered when it comes to your wedding beverages to delicious cocktail and mocktail trends. Kyle definitely has a passion for cocktails and is a true master of his craft. I loved having him on the podcast today and I’m sure you’re going to love this episode where we go beyond signature cocktails too. Cheers!

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• Where most cocktails start (6 recipes!) [5:54]
• Top signature cocktails trends [7:10]
• Considering your guest count when choosing a cocktail [11:45]
• How to elevate ANY cocktail [13:35]
• Incorporating seasonal elements into cocktails [18:12]
• How adventurous is TOO adventurous for your cocktail? [20:30]
• Logistics to consider when providing your own alcohol [24:30]
• How to save money on signature cocktails [31:50]
• Creative and delicious mocktails to include [35:10]
• Make sure you have enough staff for your bar [39:00]
• Never Have I Ever with Rumble+Stir [44:00]
• This or That with Rumble+Stir [47:10]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Learn more about Rumble + Stir
• Follow Rumble+Stir on Instagram
• Book a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situation
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop 

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Danielle Eisenberg is joining us today to talk all about bachelorette parties and I could not be more excited. I know you love how we cover a variety of wedding topics here on the podcast and sometimes it’s nice to talk about something that’s more FUN and a little less serious but still very important! Danielle is the founder of Bach Place, which is a DIY web-based platform that streamlines the planning of bachelorette parties, from invites to scheduling and more. It’s even FREE for you to use (this is NOT a sponsored episode). Danielle is truly an expert in all things bachelorette parties and it was so fun chatting with her about planning them, choosing a destination, budgeting, the drama that goes into planning them, and the latest bachelorette trends.

To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:

• How BachPlace got started [2:48]
• How BachPlace works [5:30]
• How does the pricing work? It's free to use! [6:22]
• How to set a budget for a bachelorette party and communicate it among guests [8:01]
• Why using a tool like BachPlace can help manage the logistics of a bachelorette party [12:42]
• Should the bride pay for her own trip? [18:26]
• The bachelorette trend we are all over [22:15]
• Bachelorette party trends Danielle has been loving [23:54]
• Things that help plan a bachelorette party [25:54]
• Choosing a location [28:49]
• How far in advance should you start planning your bachelorette [30:24]
• How bachelorette parties are changing in 2024 [33:51]
• Never have I ever with Danielle from BachPlace [37:44]
• This or that with Danielle from BachPlace [39:08]

Links Mentioned in the Episode

• Find the Full Shownotes Here
• Sign up for BachPlace and start planning your bachelorette party
• Follow BachPlace on Instagram
• Grab our free guide with the top 10 bachelorette party games!
• Get a free bachelorette party planning kit with everything you need!
• Book a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situation
• The Ultimate Wedding Planning checklist
• Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop