This week is all about the ladies!! One of the most exciting parts of this process so far was Nichole deciding on her bride crew. Proposing to them, picking out their dresses, and starting their wedding group chat are all things she discusses in this week's episode. The people who will stand by you on your wedding day are some of the most important decisions you'll make, so choose wisely. She also gives some practical advice on how to choose dresses amidst a lot of opinions and tips on ultimately listening to yourself!

The original bridesmaids dress Nichole loved from the beginning, and the one she ULTIMATELY picked in the end from Show Me Your MuMu: https://showmeyourmumu.com/products/faith-maxi-dress-champagne-luxe-satin

The second bridesmaid dress she considered for a more "t-shirt" style: https://showmeyourmumu.com/products/rome-twist-gown-champagne-luxe-satin

The dress from Revelry she initially decided on (when it came time to choose) but ULTIMATELY decided against in the end: https://shoprevelry.com/skye-satin-dress/

Items from Nichole's Bridesmaid Proposal Boxes!

Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ModParty

Gold foil gift boxes: https://amzn.to/3sPrg60

Similar gold glitter frame: https://amzn.to/3c5ADrM

Bridesmaid Ruffle Robes: https://www.etsy.com/listing/901499259/ruffled-bridesmaid-robes-for-bridal

Yes way, Rose! mini bottle: https://www.target.com/p/yes-way-ros-233-wine-187ml-bottle/-/A-78136076

Flower Girl Robe: https://amzn.to/30fY38l

Being a wedding photographer herself, picking her own wedding photo and video team was a big deal! She absolutely loves the people she chose, and she talks this week about why it's so important to choose this vendor EXTRA wisely.

Nichole engagement session outfits:

Blue Deep-V Maxi: https://www.lulus.com/products/heavenly-hues-navy-blue-maxi-dress/370612.html

Cream and blush Floral Maxi: https://www.lulus.com/products/elegantly-inclined-cream-floral-print-wrap-maxi-dress/398382.html

Off the shoulder caramel Sweater: https://www.lulus.com/products/carmichael-light-brown-off-the-shoulder-knit-sweater/675622.html

Nichole's amazing photo and video vendors:

Jacqueline & Laura Photography

True Foundation Videography

It's the Smart Girl's Guide to planning your wedding! Nichole takes you along on her wedding planning process. Next up, venue picking! This was a tough decision, but Nichole thinks they've found the one. She talks all about her every venue they considered, what her deal-breakers were, and some tips to make sure you have the best experience while venue shopping!

Nichole takes you along on her wedding planning process. First stop, dress shopping! This is the first thing checked off on her list! She talks all about her expectations going into the process vs. what it was actually like plus all the tea on what her dress might look like.... WOO!

Nichole is engaged!!! She shares her sweet proposal story as well as a little update on the future of The Smart Girl's Guide. 

No one likes change. It usually brings along discomfort and a lot of unknowns. But as Nichole heads into this next chapter of her life, she wanted to have an honest convo with you about how moving on doesn't have to be such a scary thing. Join us for our season finale and the end of The Smart Girls Guide podcast for now. Thank you so much for your support and love this year.

The book is actually called "Just Do Something," and you can purchase is here: https://amzn.to/35Fmpuw.

Stay smart, girls! <3

You asked, we delivered! A couple months ago we did the girls questions episode. Today, we have the GUYS! They were actually really insightful and deep. We talk about what exactly a man card is, how much PDA is too much, and the biggest misconceptions girls have about guys. This is an episode you don't want to miss for sure!

"Will you marry me?" is the one phrase most girls dream about! We are reading your submissions this week of these special moments for you. Nichole also shares a reddit rabbit hole she goes down with some of the WORST proposal stories on the internet currently! Listen this week for some laughs and some sweet moments. Stay smart, girls!

A few months ago, brides were postponing their weddings left and right in hopes of a better situation in the Fall. Here we are, months later and still facing postponement and downsizing possibilities. It can be disheartening to go through such drastic changes to a day you want to be most special. Join in this week's talk as Nichole gives some encouragement to COVID brides from a vendor's perspective and also some ideas on how you can make your wedding more COVID-friendly while also making it the day you've always dreamt of!

Our inner narrative of negative self talk is a learned phenomenon that invades our everyday lives. That's why negative thinking so easily  goes undetected while proves to be such a hard habit to break. This week, Nichole discusses why we gravitate more toward negative thoughts and lies we readily believe about ourselves. She also dives into why it's so important to take hold of our thoughts and purposely change them for the better. This week, let's take an inventory of the kind of things we're thinking and consciously turning our thoughts toward focusing on the good.