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How can you be sure you’re planning a wedding that your family and friends will actually enjoy?
In my job as a celebrant here in Australia this wedding season, I’ve been reminded of some of the basics of wedding planning and how, frequently, it doesn’t matter how big or modest your budget is.
These concepts are about making a welcoming and comfortable space for your guests so they want to stay, and in fact, when the lights come on after last drinks have been called:
1) There’ll still be people there and
2) There’ll be an audible groan that the celebrations have come to an end.
Today I’m sharing the top 10 things that wedding guests secretly hate, but won’t complain about (to you, at least).
Resources:
EP85: Is A Seating Chart Absolutely Necessary For Your Wedding?
Ep34: How to Give an Amazing Wedding Speech (even if you're really nervous) with Authentically Funny SpeechesEp67: How To Write A Memorable And Gracious Wedding Speech For Your Own Wedding with Authentically Funny Speeches
Australian National Support: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-crisis-support#:~:text=Lifeline%20%E2%80%94%20call%2013%2011%2014,or%20with%20thoughts%20of%20suicide
Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html
New Zealand: https://1737.org.nz/
United Kingdom: https://www.spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline-uk/
United States of America: https://988lifeline.org/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by the Unbridely Couples private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/unbridelycouples
Are you engaged to be married and need planning advice, want to talk something out or share your wedding stories?
If you’re looking for a like-minded community of modern engaged couples join us in the Unbridely Couples Facebook group! 🙋
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If you had a dollar for every time your family or friends asked, 'What’s the dress code?' or ‘Can I bring a +1’ you’d have enough to pay for the open bar.
But seriously, there’s a way to cut the volume of those repeat questions pretty much in half.
So before you hit the 'delete guest list' button, consider this: your wedding website is like your very own virtual assistant, and the FAQ page means that they’re working for you 24/7.
It’s like the 'Frequently Asked Questions' section on your favourite online store, but instead of shipping rates, despatch times and returns info, it’s ‘Yes, there’s parking’, ‘no, you can’t bring your dog’, and ‘yes, there’ll be a gluten-free option for dessert’ —saving you time, sanity, and about 67 text messages.
And when you use your wedding website to anticipate your guest’s concerns you also minimize the back-and-forth communication with them.
It’s also important to include clear and comprehensive FAQs to help you hold your boundaries and to communicate any changes and/or exceptions to the decisions that you’ve already made.
I’ve pulled together a list of the most common and helpful 16 FAQs to get you started.
RESOURCES
Ep15: The 3 biggest wedding planning time sucks (and how to avoid them) with WedSites
Best Wedding Websites of 2024 and Why You Need One: https://unbridely.com/blog/best-wedding-websites
EP36: Why child-free weddings are so controversial + adults-only wedding wording
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Easy Name Change.
You simply choose which companies you need to notify, and they send you detailed process instructions for each of your companies, plus ready to send forms, letters, and emails, so you just attach your marriage certificate to them and you're done!
More info on how to change your name after you get married: https://unbridely.com/blog/name-change-after-marriage
To get $5 off your name change use the promo code UNBRIDELY5 (valid until end of 2024)
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What would you do if you didn’t receive your wedding photo gallery?
As weeks turn to months after your wedding day and you still haven’t gotten your wedding photos, it can start to feel like your memories are being held hostage. And that’s when the panic can set in.
Did your photographer lose your photos?
Were their SD card/s damaged?
Why are they still posting other couple’s photos on socials?
You can really start to spiral.
I reached out to 10 of the Unbridely Suppliers pro wedding photographers to get their perspective on:
how long is too long to wait for your wedding photo gallery, why delays sometimes happen and how to handle them, why communication is key, and how to avoid this situation happening to you from the very start.RESOURCES
Tim Day Photography: @timdayphotography
K Photography by Karina: @k_photography_by_karina
Time With Alex: @timewithalex.co
Wilson and Lewis Photography: @wilsonandlewis
Chasing Eve: @chasingeve
Oak Tree Studios: @oaktree.studios
Rexvil Photography: @rexvil.photography
In The Mood For Love: @inthemoodforlove.jaz
House of Love Adelaide: @houseoflove.adl
Luke John Photography: @lukejohnphotography
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Unbridely’s ebook How To Write Wedding Vows That Don’t Suck
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds
This is for YOU if you want to write the unique and heartfelt wedding vows your fiancé deserves, but don't know where to start. 🤔
AND want to get it done in 20 minutes or less. 💪
Grab your instant pdf download of the Unbridely ebook 'How To Write Wedding Vows That Don't Suck' for just $27 now! 🧡
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds
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Imagine this: You find, trust, book in and pay for a vendor for your wedding mainly because they’ve won every wedding award out there, only to find out later (when it’s too late)… that they actually paid for those awards, or aren’t as experienced or talented as you presumed, or, and this is surely worst, they can’t even deliver what you actually need.
Could this ever happen?
So today, I’m going to teach you a little about some of the biggest wedding industry awards and their processes including WeddingWire, The Knot, Easy Weddings, Wedding Industry Awards and ABIA.
You’ll find out:
their advantages and their shortcomings, plus how bias, undeclared interest, and pay-to-play tactics might affect how you feel about vendors who participate in these awards, andhow best to view wedding industry awards when you’re researching and putting together a short-list of your vendor dream team to make sure that you’re not left disappointed or taken advantage of.I’m hoping to give you a balanced and insightful look into the value for you and the general impact of wedding industry awards. Do they help engaged couples make informed decisions or do they just act as thinly veiled (pun intended) marketing smoke and mirrors to get your business?
Spoiler alert: I think you’re going to be surprised when I tell you the truth.
Resources Mentioned:
The Knot Best Of Weddings: https://vendorsupport.theknotpro.com/hc/en-us/articles/12234320206484-Best-of-Weddings-FAQs
Wedding Wire Couples Choice Awards: https://vendorsupport.weddingwire.com/hc/en-us/articles/12234377350036-Couples-Choice-Awards-FAQs
EasyWedding 5 star awards: https://www.easyweddings.com.au/pro-education/australias-top-reviewed-wedding-suppliers-2024/
Wedding Industry Awards: https://weddingindustryawards.au/how-it-works/
ABIA awards: https://abia.com.au/abia-awards/how-it-works
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*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Never Miss Moments Unbridely's recommended wedding guest photo and video-sharing tool. With your unique QR code, your family and friends can quickly, easily and securely share their snaps with you in your personalised online gallery.
Visit nevermissmoments.com/unbridely to receive your 10% discount off their galleries.
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Have you ever imagined ditching the rules and the guest list and simply escaping to a hidden gem to exchange your vows, just the two of you?
Jenny Mac, founder of Eloping Is Fun, curates extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime adventures in New York City for couples from all over the world.
But she’s not interested in following tradition or making the experience like a mini wedding day, she challenges the norm and empowers people to have the best day of their lives.
Jenny will teach you about:
the cultural shift away from traditional weddings, the kind of freedom that eloping gives engaged couples, and the joy of creating memorable individual experiences (like an elopement in a vegan doughnut shop).Jenny also shares some of her favourite secret locations in New York City for couples to tie the knot and has some great ideas for how to make your day cool and super fun.
Resources Mentioned:
Eloping Is Fun: https://elopingisfun.com
Instagram Eloping is Fun: https://www.instagram.com/elopingisfun/
NYC Community Garden Weddings: https://elopingisfun.com/how-to-get-married-in-a-community-garden-in-nyc/
The Artist Loft: https://elopingisfun.com/welcome-to-the-artist-loft/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool all in one.
Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.
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What’s sweeter than saying ‘I do’?
Saying ‘we do’—to your new blended family!If you’re scratching your head trying to figure out how to involve your kids or stepkids in your wedding ceremony while steering clear of the more cliché rituals, you’re in for a treat.
I've found 8 creative, symbolic, and yes, even delicious ways to celebrate your blood, or found, family in your special day.
So if you’re ready to find out how to make your wedding unforgettable by weaving some story and symbolism into your ceremony to make your family feel honoured and special, stick around.
Resources:
Blended Family Unity Rituals For Your Wedding Ceremony (That Haven't Been Done to Death): https://unbridely.com/blog/family-unity-wedding-ceremony
What are Rock Cairns & Why You Shouldn’t Build Them: https://bearfoottheory.com/what-are-rock-cairns/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by the Unbridely Couples private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/unbridelycouples
Are you engaged to be married and need planning advice, want to talk something out or share your wedding stories?
If you’re looking for a like-minded community of modern engaged couples join us in the Unbridely Couples Facebook group! 🙋
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What do you think your wedding dress will be worth after your wedding day?
You might be surprised to hear that you can be the life of the party, stains and all and still have a pristine wedding gown for the future.
Whether it's a sentimental keepsake, a family heirloom in the making, or something you plan to sell or donate later on, the real value of your gown depends on how well you take care of it after the big day.
Today I’m going to tackle the often-overlooked task of storing your wedding gown after your wedding.
You can get 5% off your gown cleaning and preservation with MyDressBox.com.au by using the discount code UNBRIDELY at checkout.
And stick around until the end of the episode, because I’ll be sharing My Dress Box’s essential dos and don’ts of wedding gown storage to help you avoid costly mistakes and keep your dress looking as gorgeous as it did on your wedding day.
Resources:
My Dress Box wedding dress cleaning and storage services: https://mydressbox.com.au/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by MyDressBox.com.au
If you want to clean and/or store your wedding dress after your wedding day to be handed down to your daughter, donated, kept as a keepsake, repurposed or re-sold My Dress Box’s services in Australia and New Zealand offers professional, experienced and gentle cleaning and preservation services that you can trust.
And Unbridely Podcast listeners can also take advantage of a 5% discount by using the discount code UNBRIDELY at checkout. 🙋
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Picture this. It's your wedding day, the moment you've been planning for months and maybe even years. The morning has gone smoothly, energy is high, and your guests would have just started to arrive at your venue about now. But as you're getting into the car to go to your ceremony, a button falls off, your veil rips, maybe you start sweating like you've never sweated before, or your heel breaks. What do you do?
This is exactly why a Wedding Day Emergency Kit is your best friend and your safety net. It's the ultimate just-in-case toolkit, and trust me, it's not just for the bride.
With a little prep in advance, you can sail through your big day like a pro and have immediate solutions at your fingertips, no matter what curveballs get thrown your way. Today I'm going to teach you all about why you need an emergency kit, when to put it together, and most importantly, what to put in it.
RESOURCES
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*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Easy Name Change.
You simply choose which companies you need to notify, and they send you detailed process instructions for each of your companies, plus ready to send forms, letters, and emails, so you just attach your marriage certificate to them and you're done!
More info on how to change your name after you get married: https://unbridely.com/blog/name-change-after-marriage
To get $5 off your name change use the promo code UNBRIDELY5 (valid until end of 2024)
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What’s your idea of the perfect honeymoon? Is it at a beachside location or exploring somewhere exotic and remote? Are you on a premium river or canal cruise through Europe, or are you reclining in opulence at one of the most exclusive hotels in the world?
And what if it only cost you a fraction of the price it should, or even better, nothing at all?
Crazy right? Elliot from Hack My Honeymoon says, crazy wonderful. But with the emphasis on the wonderful part.
Today Elliot is going to share with you:
Some of the success stories from couples who have used his loyalty points coaching services (you won’t believe the deals they got especially with first-class air travel – think lie-flat beds),What qualities couples need to have to be the best candidates to take maximum advantage of the experiences you can book via a sustainable loyalty and reward points accumulation strategy, the risks and potential downsides of loyalty and reward points hacking that you need to be aware ofPLUS IF the idea of points hacking to pay for your honeymoon is something that interests you, Elliot includes some crucial and important advice at the end of the episode to make sure that you get the very best deals possible and protect the value of the points you’re accumulating as you go along, both now and in the future.
RESOURCES
Hack My Honeymoon: https://www.hackmyhoneymoon.com/
Hack My Honeymoon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehrosenberg
Hack My Honeymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ehrosenberg
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Unbridely’s ebook How To Write Wedding Vows That Don’t Suck
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds
This is for YOU if you want to write the unique and heartfelt wedding vows your fiancé deserves, but don't know where to start. 🤔
AND want to get it done in 20 minutes or less. 💪
Grab your instant pdf download of the Unbridely ebook 'How To Write Wedding Vows That Don't Suck' for just $27 now! 🧡
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds
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This week marks an exciting personal milestone for me as an Australian marriage celebrant; conducting the ceremony to get my 1000th couple married.
I’d love to share some profound insights about love, relationships, and marriage that I’ve gleaned along the way. And so I’ll be unpacking some of my realisations, and discussing the complexities behind the public displays of love and commitment.
Plus the 3 constants that seem to be evident in successful relationships.
Thank you so so much for being a part of my journey.
*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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Are lab grown diamonds the future of engagement rings or are they just fakes?
According to The Knot’s 2023 Real Weddings Study who surveyed nearly 10,000 US couples, diamonds remain the most popular choice for engagement rings, garnering 85% of purchases.
But with more couples becoming conscious of the ethics, politics and the market and environmental costs surrounding natural mined diamonds, lab-grown gems are making waves in the world of fine jewellery.
Today, I’m chatting with Talitha Cummins from The Cut Jewellery, a specialist in lab-grown diamond engagement rings.
And she’s going to teach you how lab-grown diamonds compare to their mined counterparts in terms of appearance, cost, and sustainability, and the latest trends that Talitha’s seeing with engaged couples.
Resources Mentioned:
The Knot 2023 Real Weddings Study: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-data-insights/real-weddings-study
The Cut Jewellery website: https://thecutjewellery.com.au/
The Cut Jewellery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecutjewellery/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool all in one.
Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.
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Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending The Manor Basket Range Open Day in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, and let me tell you, it was such an inspiring experience. Seeing so many engaged couples exploring, chatting with vendors, and just soaking in all the possibilities for their big day got me thinking: there are some very real, tangible benefits to attending these kinds of events that goes well beyond what you can get from online research alone.
So, in today’s episode, I’m diving into why it’s absolutely worth your time and effort to head out to a wedding expo or a venue open day. I also took the opportunity to chat with some attendees and vendors at the event and you’ll hear their thoughts and impressions in their own words.
And then I’ll share what I believe are the 5 reasons you want to make the time to attend a similar live wedding event where you’re getting married.
Resources Mentioned:
The Manor Basket Range: https://themanorbr.com.au/
The Manor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themanorbasketrange/
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*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Never Miss Moments Unbridely's recommended wedding guest photo and video-sharing tool. With your unique QR code, your family and friends can quickly, easily and securely share their snaps with you in your personalised online gallery.
Visit nevermissmoments.com/unbridely to receive your 10% discount off their galleries.
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Do you remember being invited to a wedding as a kid?
I absolutely do.
There was a big focus on choosing the right clothes, ironing clothes, getting dressed without creasing the clothes and attempting to stay like that before we all left the house.
I was told to mind my manners.
And it was good etiquette to tell the bride that she looked beautiful.
And after that? To be seen and not heard.
Granted, it was a different time back then and there weren’t the many different options that are now available to cater to and entertain the littlies.
But I also understand that there’s a fine line between the intention of including kids in your wedding (you know, that it’s a rite of passage, that it makes your wedding more family-orientated/friendly and something to be remembered forever) and the reality (I’m talking tantrums during the vows, muddy slacks and unauthorised premature access to the wedding cake, lolly display or dancefloor).
And so today I’ve brought in the big guns - Tess from CalmPlay is a wedding nanny specialist, with a relationship-based approach.
Tess is about to teach you:
how to cater for different age groups when planning activities for kids at your wedding with some affordable yet effective examples,which safety and hazard-reduction measures you should be considering, how she handles screen time and device use, plushow she manages any meltdowns or tantrums.Resources Mentioned:
CalmPlay website: https://www.calmplay.com.au/
CalmPlay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calmplay_/
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*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Never Miss Moments Unbridely's recommended wedding guest photo and video-sharing tool. With your unique QR code, your family and friends can quickly, easily and securely share their snaps with you in your personalised online gallery.
Visit nevermissmoments.com/unbridely to receive your 10% discount off their galleries.
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I’m celebrating some huge milestones this year. There’s our 10 year wedding anniversary last week and my 50th birthday.
My 1000th couple getting married will be in about 6 weeks time and today, when this episode is published marks my 16th anniversary as an authorised Commonwealth marriage celebrant.
Today I’m sharing with you 16 of the most valuable lessons I’ve had to learn the hard way to help you plan and enjoy more of your wedding in just 30 minutes.
Resources Mentioned:
‘A Diamond is Forever’ and Other Fairy Tales: The Relationship between Wedding Expenses and Marriage Duration
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*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Never Miss Moments Unbridely's recommended wedding guest photo and video sharing tool. With your unique QR code, your family and friends can quickly, easily and securely share their snaps with you in your personalised online gallery.
Visit nevermissmoments.com/unbridely to receive your 10% discount off their galleries.
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Can you remember a time when you felt left out of a group? Maybe your friends got together and you weren’t invited, but then you saw them post a photo on socials, or you weren’t chosen for a sporting team or a project even though you know you would’ve been brilliant.
It stung, didn’t it?
As simplistic as it is, inclusivity in weddings can be as easy as allowing everyone to feel seen, valued and welcome.
I know you’re kind, but also, you don’t have a lot of spare time. You’d love to be an ally but also don’t want to have to take a short course on it. Right?
Today Ashlee is going to share:
what the gendered language and terms are in weddings, why weddings need to evolve away from the default, andhow you can challenge norms to make your wedding more inclusive.RESOURCES
Ashlee Bunney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleebunney_celebrant
Ashlee Bunney Celebrant website: https://www.ashleebunney.com.au/
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Has someone said this to you yet?
Our family doesn’t have kid-free weddings,You have to invite all of your Aunties and Uncles, orIt’s not a real wedding without a sit-down dinner, open bar, DJ etc.At the end of the day, as long as you and your fiancé are happy, what do the opinions of others matter anyway?
I think it matters a lot.
So if you’re avoiding conflict or feel like you’re being pulled in 3 different directions at once by everyone’s expectations and opinions, or you’re having trouble sleeping at night because your brain is in overdrive, this episode is for you.
I’d like to share with you how I try to deal with conflict and have difficult conversations without completely severing ties with the people that I love.
I hope this approach helps you with some of the dynamics of your family or friend groups and makes your wedding planning experience a little more smooth and a lot less stressful.
Resources Mentioned:
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This is Part 2 of multi-national award-winning hair and makeup artist Gaetana Marjas’ interview about some of the hot topics that come up with wedding beauty both in the lead-up and on the day.
If you missed Part 1, Gaetana taught you about:
her recommended timing for skin care treatments leading up to your wedding, how to address your specific skin-type concerns, common mistakes that people make with their wedding makeup, andwhy, if it’s possible, she recommends you do a makeup trial.But of course, you can always go back at any time to episode 100 and catch up with her amazing masterclass.
And in Part 2 today, Gaetana delves deeper into wedding trials and shares:
how far in advance you should schedule your hair and makeup trial, what you should bring to your trial appointment,essential advice about how to make sure your wedding makeup lasts throughout the entire day and night, the use of dupe products, plusGaetana has prepared some FREE downloadable skin and hair prep guides just for you to make sure you look and feel your best not just on your wedding day, but in the leadup and afterwards.
Resources Mentioned:Get your FREE skin and Hair prep guides from Gaetana Marjas Hair and Makeup Artistry:
https://unbridely.myflodesk.com/skinhairprep
Recommended setting sprays:
L’Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
Kryloan Fixing Spray
One/Size On Til Dawn Setting Spray
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Have you considered that anywhere up to 99% of your wedding photos will feature your gorgeous face?
So while your venue choice is important and your outfit and flowers can add real impact, if your hair and makeup are important to you, it’s time to make it a priority.
Gaetana Marjas is an experienced, trusted and sought-after hair and makeup artist based in Adelaide South Australia and today she is delivering a must-listen wedding makeup masterclass just for you.
In part 1 (part 2 will be released next week) you’ll learn:
her recommended timing for skin care treatments leading up to your wedding, how to address your specific skin-type concerns, common mistakes that people make with their wedding makeup, andwhy, if it’s possible, she recommends you do a makeup trial.It’s also important for me to let you know that Gaetana’s advice is subjective and relates to her ability to do her job to the best of her ability. So when she mentions lash extensions this week and dupe products next week, for example, it’s her opinion and there is no hate on anyone who thinks or operates their business differently. Gaetana is not interested in creating clickbait controversy or ruffling anyone’s feathers.
And from a safety perspective, here in Australia at least and if you reside somewhere else, please do your research, only medical doctors, dentists and nurses, with appropriate training/qualifications, are permitted to administer injectable treatments.
So if you are considering undertaking injectable treatments Gaetana implores you to please seek qualified, professional and independent advice before you make your final decision.
Resources:
Gaetana Marjas Hair & Makeup Artistry: https://www.instagram.com/gaetanamarjas/
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by the Unbridely Couples private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/unbridelycouples
Are you engaged to be married and need planning advice, want to talk something out or share your wedding stories?
If you’re looking for a like-minded community of modern engaged couples join us in the Unbridely Couples Facebook group! 🙋
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There is, almost always, one partner who takes on the lion’s share of the wedding planning, the one who loves coordinating and researching, and then there’s the other partner who.. let’s just say they aren’t across what’s going on.
Today I’m talking to the totally willing and absolutely eager partner who perhaps is missing the organisation and planning gene and is more than happy to leave it to their fiancé.So if you're the 2nd human in this wedding, listen up & take notes if you need.
Today I’m going to go through 5 ESSENTIAL wedding tips for YOU. They are going to get you some serious brownie points and help to make your relationship, your wedding and marriage so much more smooth and satisfying for the BOTH of you.
Or if you're the 1st human and you need your fiancé to read the room, get a clue, and help you out, feel free to send your other half the link to this episode.
RESOURCES
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Are you quirky, funny, adventurous, nervous about public speaking, cheeky or shy?
Because, just like when you’re hungry, you might be craving a multi-course feast, a toasted sandwich or just a cookie, your wedding vows can be as elaborate or straightforward, as romantic and soppy or practical, as you like as long as they suit your taste.
So while many engaged couples are concerned with writing the perfect blend of hilarious, tear-jerking and meaningful vows, the smart ones, who are aware of their options, are tailoring the type or kind vows, as in the format of them, to their unique personalities.
And while you might be across what personalised wedding vows are, they are NOT your only option.
In this episode you’ll learn about:
what personalised vows, ninja vows and whisper vows are,with some examples of each, plusthe 3 questions to ask yourself to work out which type of wedding vow is perfect for you and your fiancé.RESOURCES
How To Write Vows That Don’t Suck ebook by Unbridely
EP3: Tim & Simon - How to adapt hetero wedding traditions as a same-sex couple
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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Easy Name Change.
You simply choose which companies you need to notify, and they send you detailed process instructions for each of your companies, plus ready to send forms, letters, and emails, so you just attach your marriage certificate to them and you're done!
More info on how to change your name after you get married: https://unbridely.com/blog/name-change-after-marriage
To get $5 off your name change use the promo code UNBRIDELY5 (valid until end of 2024)
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Support the show
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