Welcome to White Dress Optional! Meg Payne, owner & creative director behind Makeup in the 702, sits down with Mel + Malea to help you navigate where to being when hiring a makeup artist for your wedding. Having collaborated with Meg and her team of talented makeup artists on numerous occasions, we knew she'd be the perfect person to share her expertise on this topic! Tune in as Mel, Malea, and Meg break down the basics of finding the perfect glam team for your special day!

 Connect with Meg at https://www.lasvegaswedding-makeup.com/ or on Instagram at @makeupinthe702!

Disclaimer: After recording this episode, we discovered some unexpected microphone issues. Our editing team worked incredibly hard balance the audios & ensure all the valuable content in this episode was preserved. We apologize in advance for any discrepancies and hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you for your understanding & continued support! 

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

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Happy Wednesday, everyone! Alyssa Keith with Wedgewood Weddings joins us this week to walk through where to begin when finding the perfect wedding venue. Mel, Malea, & Alyssa answer big questions and cover topics like: 

• When to book a venue & what does that mean for your wedding date?
• What are the best resources for researching venues?
• How to tell if a venue is the right fit for your dream wedding?
• What is the benefit of having a day-of coordinator?
• All-inclusive venues & bringing in your own vendors
• Tipping! Who do you tip & how much?

Tune in to our wonderful conversation with Alyssa & learn all about where to begin when finding your dream wedding venue!

Connect with Wedgewood Weddings at https://www.wedgewoodweddings.com/venues or on Instagram @wedgewoodweddings!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

In this week's episode of White Dress Optional, Mel and Malea are joined by Matt Schenk of M Place Productions to kick off our 'Where to Begin' series. This episode is all about navigating the task of hiring the wedding photographer that is right for you. Tune in as Mel, Malea, and Matt share their insights on finding a photographer who aligns with your vision, discuss budgeting for the best work, and reveal professional advice for selecting the BEST wedding photographer!

Connect with Matt at https://www.mplaceproductions.com/home/ or on Instagram at @mplacepro! 

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Welcome back to White Dress Optional! This week, Mel + Malea sit down with licensed professional counselor, Peter Tumolo, to discuss the benefits of marriage counseling both before and after the wedding, uncover practical approaches for effective communication, and tools that can help keep your connection strong for a love that withstands the test of time. Whether you're a bride-to-be or a couple seeking guidance, this episode is a must-listen for setting a strong foundation before marriage and maintaining a healthy partnership afterwards - tune in now!

Connect with Peter at https://www.growthcounselingaz.com/

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Bridal Expo season is in full swing and we are here to help you decide if attending one is worth it for your wedding planning process. In this episode, Mel & Malea weigh the pros & cons of going to a bridal show and share their best tips to getting the most out of your efforts if you do go. Hit play now to find out if a Bridal Expo is the right fit for you!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Welcome back to White Dress Optional! This week, Mel & Malea get real about the "yeah...no's" of being a bridesmaid and the significant responsibilities that come with this role. As a bridesmaid, you have been honored with the task of protecting the bride from unnecessary drama or stress during this special season of life; not be the source of it. In this episode, we're sharing insights for brides to consider when choosing the ideal bride squad, as well as tips on how to be the best bridesmaid!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Happy New Year & welcome to White Dress Optional! If there's a gorgeous new ring sparkling on your left ring finger, congratulations! In the whirlwind of excitement after saying "Yes!" the last thing you need is to feel overwhelmed by the daunting task of planning your dream wedding. That's why we took to Instagram, asking real brides who've been there, done that, to share their insights on those initial post-engagement moves. With the combined wisdom of Mel & Malea in the wedding world and recommendations from real brides, you'll be all set to kick off your planning journey without drowning in stress!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

That's a wrap! This week, we’ve put together some of our best moments from our favorite episodes in 2023. We’ve loved sharing our stories & knowledge of the wedding world with you all and couldn’t be more thankful for all the support you’ve shown us this year. We have some exciting plans for 2024 so make sure to stay connected with us on Instagram. Enjoy our Best Of 2023 episode and we’ll see you in the new year! 

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Starting to plan your dream honeymoon? We're here to help you navigate all the options from all-inclusive getaways to budget-friendly escapes. Join Mel + Malea as they break down 5 different honeymoon styles and hear how you can plan an unforgettable getaway that suits your style!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!

Calling all 2024 brides-to-be! Your year is just around the corner, and if you're still tackling that 'to-do' list, pop in your headphones and take a deep breath – we've got you covered! Here to help inspire you during this season of planning is expert wedding planner, Charity Turner of Sunflower Events Company. In this episode, Mel, Malea, and Charity reveal what's trending in weddings for 2024. So, turn up the volume and hit 'play' because we're covering decor, dresses, colors, florals, guest counts and more - seriously, we're covering it ALL! 

Connect with Charity at www.sunflowereventscompany.com or on Instagram at @sunflower_eventsco!

Thank you for tuning into ‘White Dress Optional’, a wedding podcast by Brilliant Bridal! Join us every Wednesday for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartwarming stories that celebrate love in all its forms. Connect with us on Instagram at @whitedressoptional or email us at [email protected].

If you are in one of our markets and searching for your dream dress, we'd be thrilled to accompany you on your bridal journey. Visit https://www.brilliantbridal.com/appointments & schedule an appointment to shop at one of our boutiques today!

Check out additional resources here!