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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! Iâm your host, Adriana, and each week, Iâm joined by the industryâs top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and the mistakes theyâve made so you donât have to. In this episode, host Adriana is joined by attorney Nicole Noonan, affectionately known as the âDivorce Fairy Godmother,â to tackle everything you didnât know you needed to about prenups, postnups, and the dreaded âdirty D-wordââdivorce. While these topics may not feel glamorous, Nicole reframes the conversation, showing how these agreements are actually acts of love and planning for a secure future. Nicole shares real-life stories about the surprising things couples fight over, from airline miles to family farms, and explains why having a prenup is like wearing a seatbeltâyou donât plan to crash, but itâs better to be prepared. Adriana and Nicole also dive into postnups, estate planning, and how to approach tricky conversations with your partner while keeping the romance alive. đ Episode Highlights:
Why prenups are an essential part of planning for a long-lasting marriage. Surprising prenup clauses (like weight limits and cheating penalties) and whether they hold up in court. Practical tips for starting the prenup conversation without awkwardness. The difference between prenups and postnupsâand when to revisit them. What to consider if youâre contributing to a partnerâs premarital assets, like their home. The realities of separation, annulment, and navigating divorce proceedings.Nicole also shares her favorite honeymoon hotspot (hint: itâs exotic and Instagram-worthy!), her go-to wedding dance floor song, and why a shrimp cocktail is the ultimate wedding hors dâoeuvre. Whether youâre deep in wedding planning or just curious about the legal side of marriage, this episode is packed with advice to help you feel empowered, informed, and ready for whatever the future holds. We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between.
This week, we're joined by the hilarious Brendan Donegan for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the one part of the wedding day everyone fears and no one prepares for: the speeches. As a comic who's spent years on stage (and survived more than a few bachelor parties, engagement parties, and "surprise, we hired a comedian" disasters), Brendan knows exactly why most wedding toasts flop and how to actually land one.
From the best man speech so inappropriate it became a cautionary tale, to the maid-of-honor opener you need to retire immediately, to why you should never, EVER let ChatGPT write your toast, Brendan holds nothing back. We get into the genuine-vs-funny rule that instantly makes any speech better, the real reason brides wear wigs to their bachelorette, the great garter toss debate, and the father-daughter dance song guaranteed to wreck you. Then we close it out with a brutally honest Rom Com Rewatch of Bride Wars (which Brendan may or may not call one of the worst wedding movies ever made).
Whether you're writing a speech, terrified of giving one, or just want the funniest, most honest take on wedding-day chaos, this episode is for you.
Episode Highlights:
⢠Why you should never let ChatGPT write your wedding speech (and what it can't do for you)
⢠The one-line rule that instantly makes any toast better
⢠The best man speech so inappropriate it became a cautionary tale (with the in-laws sitting right there)
⢠The maid-of-honor opener you need to stop using
⢠Exactly how long your speech should be (and the number that makes guests mentally check out)
⢠Why hiring a comedian for your wedding or bachelor party almost always backfires
⢠The real reason brides and bridesmaids wear wigs to the bachelorette
⢠The garter toss debate: keep the tradition or retire it for good?
⢠The father-daughter dance song that will absolutely make you sob
⢠A genius hack to stop stage-hungry guests from hijacking your reception
⢠The Bride Wars rewatch: is it really one of the worst wedding movies ever made?
Find Brendan: Instagram: @brendandonegancomedy
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between.
This week, we're joined by the one and only Nina Beck â wedding fashion and lifestyle influencer, nurse practitioner, and now a married woman â for the ultimate recap of her dreamy Lake Maggiore destination wedding. Last time Nina was here, she was deep in the planning trenches. Today, she's giving us the full, unfiltered truth: what she'd do a thousand times over, what she'd never do again, and everything no one could have prepared her for.From a torrential downpour on her wedding morning and a DJ who didn't speak a word of English, to flying internationally with a wedding gown and hiring an Etsy witch to ward off bad weather â Nina holds absolutely nothing back. And spoiler: it was stunning.
Whether you're dreaming of an Italian destination wedding or just want the real, honest truth about what it's actually like to pull one off â this episode is for you.
Episode Highlights
⢠The $4,500 surprise that stole the show â and why she'd pay doubleâ˘Why you don't need to overspend on florals (and what to invest in instead)â˘The currency exchange mistake that could cost you thousands on vendor depositsâ˘What really happened when it rained on her wedding day â and how she handled itâ˘How to fly internationally with your wedding dress without losing your mindâ˘The DJ entrance chaos no one saw coming (and what she'd do differently)â˘Why she invited 116 people and 100 showed up â destination wedding drop-off math debunkedâ˘The Etsy weather witch, the evil eye, and Italian superstitions that may or may not have workedâ˘Her non-negotiable for any American bride planning a wedding in ItalyWedding vendor tip of the week: why buffer time is your real maid of honor
This episode is brought to you by Friar Tux â suits and tuxedos for weddings and every moment that matters. Rent or buy, free try-ons, expert styling. Find your look at https://www.friartux.com.
Find Nina:Instagram: @ninaorsi
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between.
This week, Adriana sits down with Dr. Love Lea â an Ivy League-trained couples therapist with a PhD in clinical sexology â to talk about the part of getting married no one prepares you for: the actual marriage.
We spend so much time obsessing over the dress, the venue, and the seating chart â but how much time are couples actually spending preparing for life after "I do"? Dr. Love Lea breaks down why premarital coaching can lower your odds of divorce by 31%, what to actually talk about before you walk down the aisle, and why the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mindset is one of the biggest threats to a modern marriage.
From intimacy and communication to conflict, money, in-laws, and the conversations most couples are too scared to have â Dr. Love Lea brings real, modern, judgment-free advice that meets couples where they're at. Whether you're religious, spiritual, secular, or somewhere in between, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who's engaged, newly married, or dating with intention.
If you're searching for premarital counseling tips, advice for engaged couples, or how to build a marriage that actually lasts â this episode is for you.
Episode Highlights
⢠Why couples spend $35K on the wedding and $0 on the marriage â and how Dr. Love Lea wants to flip that⢠The statistic every engaged couple needs to hear: how premarital coaching cuts divorce risk by 31%⢠Premarital counseling vs. religious pre-Cana: what's the difference and do you need both?⢠The "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" myth and why it's quietly hurting your relationship⢠How often healthy couples are actually having sex (and why quality beats quantity)⢠The fights that seem stupid but mean something deeper⢠How to have hard conversations without making your partner feel attacked⢠Why Dr. Love Lea treats the relationship as one body â not two sides⢠Wedding vendor tip: why an extra pair of comfortable shoes is non-negotiable on your wedding dayFind Dr. Love Lea: Instagram: @DrLoveLea / Website: drlovelea.com
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between.
This week, Adriana is joined by her sister Big Vic for a full breakdown of everything you need to know about wedding travel planning â brought to you by Travel by Davids, the all-in-one platform helping modern couples plan everything from honeymoons and bachelorettes to room blocks and destination weddings, with savings up to 30%.
From the best bachelorette destinations of 2025 to how much couples are actually spending on honeymoons, Adriana and Big Vic get into the real logistics of wedding travel â including when to start planning (hint: way earlier than you think), how to handle group travel drama, and why so many couples are losing guests at destination weddings before they've even sent the invites.
If you're searching for bachelorette trip ideas, honeymoon planning tips, or how to coordinate travel for your wedding guests â this episode is for you.
Episode Highlights
- When you should actually start planning your wedding travel (it's not when you think)
- The best bachelorette destinations right now â and what your choice says about you
- How to handle money conversations and group dynamics on a bachelorette trip
- Destination wedding travel tips: how to avoid losing 50-60% of your guest list
- The average cost of a honeymoon and how couples are budgeting for it
- Why the engagement-moon is having a major moment
- Hotel room blocks: what they are and why every couple needs one
- How Travel by Davids can help you plan every aspect of your wedding travel in one place
- Wedding vendor tip: why you need a professional bridal dresser on your wedding morning
This episode is brought to you by Travel by David's. Plan your honeymoon, bachelorette, destination wedding, or room block all in one place, with savings up to 30%. Visit https://www.davidsbridal.com/travel to get started today.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between. This week, Adriana sits down with Olivia Landau, founder and CEO of The Clear Cut, to break down everything couples need to know before buying an engagement ring. Whether you're just starting to research diamonds or ready to make a purchase, this episode will change how you shop. From the lab-grown vs. natural diamond debate to the biggest myths in the jewelry industry, Olivia breaks down how engagement ring shopping has evolved â and what really matters when choosing the perfect diamond. They also dive into how Olivia built The Clear Cut from an Instagram account into one of the most trusted engagement ring brands in the world, what it's really like running a business with your spouse, and why transparency in the diamond industry is long overdue. If you're searching for engagement ring advice, diamond buying tips, or just want to know what your ring is actually worth â this episode is for you. Episode Highlights - How Olivia Landau built The Clear Cut from a blog into a leading diamond company - Lab-grown vs. natural diamonds: the real differences couples need to know - The 4 Cs explained: carat, cut, color, and clarity - Why most couples are now choosing engagement rings together - Engagement ring trends for 2025 and 2026 - The truth behind the "three-month salary rule" - Are natural diamonds actually unethical? The facts behind conflict diamonds - How to start the engagement ring buying process with The Clear Cut This episode is brought to you by Travel by David's â plan your honeymoon, getaway, or room block all in one place, with savings up to 30%. Visit https://www.davidsbridal.com/travel to get started today.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between. This week, Adriana goes solo to break down one of the most important parts of wedding planning: choosing the right vendorsâand avoiding the wrong ones.
From missing or vague contracts to risky payment structures, pushy sales tactics, and hidden fees, Adriana walks through the biggest red flags to watch out for before you sign anything. She also shares exactly what questions to ask, how to protect yourself financially, and the small details that can make or break your wedding day.
Episode Highlights:
- The biggest contract red flags every couple should know- Why paying a vendor 100% upfront can be a major mistake- What wedding âindustry standardâ actually looks like for deposits and pricing- How to spot pushy vendors and bad communication early on- The must-ask questions before booking any vendor or venue
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast where we talk honestly about love, weddings, and everything in between.
This week, Adriana is joined by Drew and Rich (better known as @twoguysonaplane) for a love story that feels straight out of a rom-com.
From meeting on a flight to creating their own âproposal rulesâ (yes, they both proposed), Drew and Rich share how they built a relationshipâand a weddingâthat was completely and unapologetically them.
They open up about planning an aviation-themed wedding, breaking away from tradition, and why the most meaningful moments werenât the big onesâbut the quiet, intentional ones they created just for themselves.
This episode is full of humor, heart, and a reminder that your wedding doesnât have to follow any rulesâexcept your own.
Episode Highlights:
- How they met on a flight (and why it felt like a rom-com)- The â30-day proposal challengeâ and how it turned into Proposal Wars- The ring pop proposal that didnât go as planned- Why they both wanted to proposeâand be proposed to- How they created a wedding that was completely true to them- The private moment they chose over cocktail hour (and why it mattered most)- Why you should forget traditions that donât feel authentic
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup. This week, Adriana is joined once again by Big Vic for another hilarious wedding movie recap.
Together they break down Youâre Cordially Invited, the 2025 comedy starring Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon, which follows two families forced to share a wedding venue after a disastrous booking mix up.
As the movie spirals into chaos, Adriana and Vic discuss the real wedding fears couples experience while planning, from last minute disasters to family tension and everything in between.
They also get into the surprisingly relatable parts of the film, including father daughter wedding emotions, the pressure of planning a perfect wedding, and the traditions that make the day meaningful.
Episode Highlights:- The real wedding fears that couples secretly have- Why father daughter moments hit so hard at weddings- The traditions that still make weddings emotional- Bachelor and bachelorette party debates- When wedding chaos becomes a great story
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, where we unpack weddings the way real couples experience them.
This week, Adriana sits down with Rachel Uchitel, host of the Miss Understood podcast, to talk about her unforgettable New Yearâs Eve wedding at home in Palm Beach and the personal choices that shaped the day.
They start with why Rachel chose December 31st as her wedding date (years after first manifesting it on her own show) and what it meant to begin a new chapter on a literal clean slate. From there, they dive into planning a luxury at-home wedding, the realities of guest list tension, and how family dynamics shift when youâre blending lives later in life.
Rachel shares the sentimental details that made the celebration uniquely hers: honoring her late father by using his wedding band, subtle nods to her New York roots, and involving her daughter in everything from dress shopping to choreography. She also opens up about lessons from past marriages, the importance of feeling truly seen by your partner, and why she believes a prenup is one of the smartest decisions couples can make.
The episode closes with a candid conversation about marrying later in life, choosing partnership over pressure, and what it really means to feel safe, supported, and understood.
Episode Highlights:
Why Rachel chose a New Yearâs Eve wedding datePlanning a high-end wedding at home (and what surprised her most)Honoring a lost parent in a subtle, meaningful wayNavigating guest list drama and friendship expectationsLessons from past marriages and finding the right partnerWhy Rachel strongly believes in prenups
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, where we unpack weddings the way real couples experience them. This week, Adriana sits down with Big Vik to talk wedding trendsâwhatâs in, whatâs fading, and whatâs changing for good.
They start with one of the most polarizing topics right now: engagement rings. Adriana and Vik share honest thoughts on lab-grown vs. natural diamonds, financial realities, and why meaning matters more than market value.
From there, they explore how weddings are evolving visuallyâfrom color palettes and fashion silhouettes to the return of texture, fabric, and lighting as the new markers of luxury.
The episode closes with a look at the modern âcool brideâ and how todayâs couples are prioritizing intention, ease, and personality over outdated rules and expectations.
Episode Highlights:
- Natural vs. lab-grown diamonds and the real differences that matter- What separates timeless choices from trend traps- The 5 color wedding planning rule- Wedding fashion trends weâre saying goodbye to- What defines the modern âcool brideâ
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast helping you plan your dream wedding without losing yourself in the process! This week, Adriana chats with Larry Walshe, the UK-based designer who's created some of the most iconic luxury weddings of the decadeâand he's here to tell you why your inspiration should come from anywhere BUT other weddings.
Larry reveals the design principles that work whether you're spending five figures or seven, explains why your venue should dictate your aesthetic (not fight against it), and shares why this generation of couples is investing in ceremonies, guest experiences, and personal storytelling over flashy displays of wealth.
If you've ever wondered how to make your wedding feel elevated, intentional, and uniquely yoursâthis episode is your masterclass.
Episode Highlights:- Why Larry makes couples create mood boards with zero wedding references- How to think like a designer even if you're not one- The three investments that transform any wedding aesthetic- Pivoting when plans go sideways- When you need a planner, when you need a designer, and why they're not the same- How to avoid the "budget bride" look without spending more
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast that gets real about weddings, beauty, and everything in between. This week, Adriana is joined by Carly Cardellinoâlongtime beauty editor, beauty expert, and the girl brides trust for real, honest, no-BS skincare and makeup advice.
Whether youâre one year out or six days out from your wedding, Carly breaks down exactly what to do (and what NOT to do) to look and feel your best. From bridal skincare routines and hair prep, to the truth about injectables, Botox, spray tans, hair health, and the products she swears byâthis episode is your complete beauty timeline.
Plus, Carly shares her wedding-day glam experience, after-party ideas, honeymoon recs, and the one thing every bride should slow down and savor.
Episode Highlights:- The bridal beauty products that actually work (and which to skip)- Spray tan mistakes she sees brides make over and over- Her game-changing haircare routine- Wedding-day makeup tips from a beauty editorâs POV- How to prep your skin for makeup that lasts all night- The #1 moment brides forget to actually take in on wedding day
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the podcast that helps you plan your dream wedding without losing your mind! This week, Adriana sits down with Francesca DiSalvo-Follmer, longtime planner and partner at The Waverly, the brand-new venue redefining what a Charleston wedding can look like.
With 16 years in the industry, Francesca understands exactly what couples needâfrom flexible bar packages to trustworthy caterers to suites that donât just look pretty on Instagram but actually work for wedding-day chaos. She shares the intentional choices behind The Waverlyâs design and why modern, trend-forward brides are flocking to it.
Weâre also diving into Charleston wedding weekendsâbeach yoga, boat days, Uptown Social welcome parties, by-the-way after-parties, and Bodega hangover brunches. Consider this your ultimate Charleston itinerary.
Episode Highlights:- How to plan guest counts (and why seated vs. cocktail style matters)- Tenting timelines, weather strategy, and Francescaâs best wedding hack- Why âvenue coordinator =/= wedding plannerâ- Charleston Activities for your out-of-town guests beyond food + drinks- Francescaâs Charleston secret spots you HAVE to try
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, where we get real about all things weddings, love, and everything in between. This week, Adriana is joined once again by her sister (and fan-favorite guest) Big Vic for a hilarious movie recap and review of Marry Me â J.Lo and Owen Wilsonâs chaotic rom-com that might just be the most unhinged... or worst âwedding movieâ ever made.
What starts as a simple movie recap quickly spirals into a deep dive on J.Loâs long-standing obsession with being a bride, her real-life romance timeline (from A-Rod to Bennifer 2.0), and why Marry Me might actually be autobiographical.
Episode Highlights:- Every J.Lo bridal role, ranked- The craziest wedding scenes in Marry Me- Why Marry Me is the definition of wedding chaos- Performances at weddings: should you ever do one?- When your fiancĂŠ has too many ideas
Hilarious, unfiltered, and full of sister banter, this episode feels like a rom-com roast and wedding planning chat all rolled into one.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream dayâand survive all the chaos along the way! Iâm your host, Adriana, and this week weâre pulling back the curtain on the wedding industry with NYC-based planner Lara Mahler, founder of The Privilege Is Mine.
From skipping morning jitters and waking up with your partner, to rethinking first looks and speeches, Laraâs approach to planning is refreshingly real and totally freeing. If youâre an offbeat bride (or just a stressed one), this episode will change how you see the day.
Episode Highlights:- âNo kidsâ weddings and how to enforce your boundaries- The right way to tell guests your color palette- What to do if someone cancels day-of- The truth about the one-year wedding gift myth- Laraâs hot takes on what makes a wedding truly unforgettable
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, where we get real about all things weddings, love, and everything in between. This week, Iâm joined by the brilliant and beautiful Corey Raeâactress, writer, and directorâwho just celebrated her first wedding anniversary after throwing one of the most stunning, heartfelt weddings weâve ever seen.
From walking herself down the aisle to navigating cicadas, power outages, and even a rogue guest who knocked over the cake, Corey proves that even when things go wrong, your wedding can still be perfectly you. She also shares how she brought her childhood bridal dreams to lifeâfrom her custom pink palette to the three stunning dresses she wore throughout the night.
Episode Highlights:- Why Corey walked herself down the aisle (and why it was her favorite part of the day)- The hilarious blackout moment that turned into a dance floor sing-along- How to personalize your ceremony while honoring your culture- The uninvited guest disaster you have to hear to believe- What it was like seeing her childhood bridal vision come true as a trans woman
Equal parts heartfelt and hilarious, this episode will leave you smiling, crying, and totally rethinking what âperfectâ really means on your wedding day.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! Iâm your host, Adriana, and this week Iâm joined by my sister (and the queen of practicality), Big Vic, for an episode that will save you from major post-wedding regret.
Weâre diving into everything wedding registry, from the must-haves youâll actually use to the total flops youâll wish youâd skipped, with a little help from our favorite registry platform, MyRegistry.com. Whether you want an espresso machine, a honeymoon fund, or a mix of both, MyRegistry lets you combine every store, brand, and item you love into one easy, universal list.
Big Vic shares her brutally honest takes, her favorite unexpected items, and the one thing every couple forgets to register for (but definitely shouldnât). Plus, weâll break down how to use MyRegistry.com like a pro so you can make the smartest choices and actually get gifts youâll love and use.
Episode Highlights:- The most useless wedding gifts that never leave the box- Everyday essentials that are actually worth adding- The most common registry mistakes couples make- The secret to having 5 registries all in one place (Hint: MyRegistry.com)- Set up cash funds and experiences right on MyRegistry.com- The best registry perks to keep your eyes out for
This episode is sponsored by @myregistryânow partnered with @davidsbridal to make weddings and registries effortless. Start your dream registry today at https://davidsbridal.myregistry.com/ or at the link in bio.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! Iâm your host, Adriana, and each week, Iâm joined by the industryâs top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are keeping it real about love, marriage, and everything in between.
This week, Iâm joined by Bachelor alum from Nick Viallâs season, Alexis Watersâand she does not hold back. From giving up booze and the diet she swears by before her wedding to planning a Vegas ceremony complete with Elvis, showgirls, and a magician, Alexis proves thereâs no one right way to get married. Oh, and wait until you hear her bachelorette story that ended with a $7,000 bill.
Episode Highlights:- Why Alexis chose a small, intimate Vegas wedding with only 30 guests- The diet that got her glowing before the big day- When your bachelorette turns into the most expensive night of your life- If she was truly looking for love on reality TV- How she met the love of her life just weeks before Bachelor in Paradise
This oneâs hilarious, raw, and full of wedding inspo for anyone planning outside the box.
This episode is brought to you by JTV â your one-stop shop for happily ever after. Visit https://www.jtv.com/wedding and get 20% off with code WED20.
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Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream dayâand survive all the chaos along the way! Iâm your host, Adriana, and this week weâre going solo with your wildest submissions yet.
From mother-in-laws who want to wear white, to cousins demanding seating charts like theyâre running the event, to a venue that literally closed two weeks before the wedding, weâre breaking down what to do (and how to keep your sanity) when wedding planning goes completely off the rails.
Episode Highlights:
- Real brides spill their craziest planning nightmares- What to do when family drama explodes mid-wedding planning- The etiquette loophole for small destination weddings & engagement parties- Wedding songs that sound romantic⌠but are actually breakup anthems- A feel-good follow-up: how one bride got her dream food truck approved
This episode is brought to you by JTV â your one-stop shop for happily ever after. Visit https://www.jtv.com/wedding and get 20% off with code WED20.
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