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The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Ashley C
172 episodes
2 hours ago
Welcome to The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast! This podcast is for brides, grooms and anyone else who doesn't feel represented in mainstream wedding media. Haven't been dreaming of your big day since you were six? Don't care about chair covers or personalized napkins? Thinking about eloping, nixing the wedding party or only spending $5000? You're in the right place! From engagement to honeymoon and everything in between, join me as we plan weddings that are about what we really want - not what Instagram tells us we should want.

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Welcome to The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast! This podcast is for brides, grooms and anyone else who doesn't feel represented in mainstream wedding media. Haven't been dreaming of your big day since you were six? Don't care about chair covers or personalized napkins? Thinking about eloping, nixing the wedding party or only spending $5000? You're in the right place! From engagement to honeymoon and everything in between, join me as we plan weddings that are about what we really want - not what Instagram tells us we should want.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
7 Drastic Ways to Save Money on Your Budget Wedding

REBROADCAST: Calling all extreme budget wedding planners! If you're looking to slash your wedding budget in half and get married as affordably as possible, this is the episode for you.


We've talked budget saving tips on the Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast before but today we're getting DRASTIC about it. If you want to have the ultimate budget wedding, tune in for these tips that are sure to save you a lot of money!


Warning: These budget wedding tips are not for the faint of heart. We're about to make some serious cuts to your wedding plans!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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2 hours ago
45 minutes 19 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
8 More Last Minute Wedding Planning Tasks (+ 5 You Can Skip!)

Wait, don't forget! I'm back with 8 more wedding planning tasks that you don't want to forget in the final days and hours before your wedding. What should you be practicing or writing? Who do you have to call? What should you add to the last minute to-do list?


And maybe more importantly, I'm sharing five last minute wedding tasks that I actually think you CAN go ahead and forget. If these are things you're still planning to do, go ahead and skip them!



Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77



Inspired by: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-day-essentials; https://www.weddingshoppeinc.com/blogs/weddings/34-last-minute-wedding-planning-tips-you-cant-forget; https://www.queenslandbrides.com.au/30-last-minute-wedding-tasks-you-wont-want-to-forget/; https://www.rockmywedding.co.uk/wedding-planning/wedding-details-to-remember 



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1 week ago
48 minutes 1 second

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
11 Last Minute Wedding Planning Tasks You Don’t Want to Forget

It's only a couple of days before your wedding and your mind is swimming. Do you have everything you need? Does everyone know what they have to do? Will the weather hold out? What on earth are you forgetting about?


Don't worry - I've got you. In today's episode I'm sharing 11 last minute wedding planning tasks you don't want to forget in the final week/days before your wedding. These are things that might slip your mind but once you've added them to your to-do list, you're going to feel a whole lot better. Every single one will help make your wedding day smoother and more stress-free!



Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77



Inspired by: https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-day-essentials; https://www.weddingshoppeinc.com/blogs/weddings/34-last-minute-wedding-planning-tips-you-cant-forget; https://www.queenslandbrides.com.au/30-last-minute-wedding-tasks-you-wont-want-to-forget/; https://www.rockmywedding.co.uk/wedding-planning/wedding-details-to-remember 




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2 weeks ago
45 minutes

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
6 Wedding Planning Mantras to Never Forget

REBROADCAST: Don't worry - I'm not going all woo-woo on you. 


But we're going there - we're talking all about wedding planning mantras. These are the things you should keep in mind while planning a wedding to help you focus on your goals, prioritize your marriage and ensure your planning aligns with your values. It's not all tablecloths and taffeta! Sometimes it's important to zoom out and focus on the aspects of a wedding and marriage that are most important to you. 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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3 weeks ago
25 minutes 12 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
14 Wedding Planning Tasks You Can Tackle More Than A Year in Advance

If you're planning on a long engagement - or maybe you're not even engaged yet but you want to start planning your wedding - this episode is for you! What can you do to get ahead on wedding planning when it's too early to book your venue, choose your caterer or send out invites? Turns out, quite a bit!


Inspired by a listener, I'm sharing 14 things you can do for your wedding even if your wedding date is more than a year in the future. I've also got a few words of caution and things you should watch out for if you're staying in fiance-land for a while!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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4 weeks ago
47 minutes 52 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Bachelorette Parties Have Gotten Out of Control

REBROADCAST: Whether you call it a bachelorette, a hen do or a stagette - or you're having a bachelor party, stag night or buck and doe - I think it's time we admit that these pre-wedding parties have gotten out of control.


Remember when we used to just go out for drinks and dancing with our best friends? Now it's a week off work, flights to Mexico, five-star villas, boat trips, all new outfits and more. These parties have become A LOT. While I'm all for having fun with friends, we need to reassess why we have these parties and figure out how to make them more affordable, less stressful and more true to us. 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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1 month ago
27 minutes 38 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
WTF Is a Wedding Party Questionnaire and Do You Need One?

What is a wedding party questionnaire and do you actually need one for your wedding? More commonly known as bridesmaid questionnaires, these surveys help you organize all the info you need from your wedding party in one place.


In today's episode, I'll dive into the best way to craft your wedding party questionnaire, including what questions to ask and which ones to skip, best practices for sending it, and whether or not you really need one!



Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77



Inspired by https://www.brides.com/bridesmaid-questionnaire-8636139 & https://www.theknot.com/content/things-your-bridesmaids-want-you-to-know


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1 month ago
50 minutes 52 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
10 Special Moments for the Two of You on Your Wedding Day

REBROADCAST: So many newlyweds say they barely got to see their spouse on their wedding day because they were too busy talking to the caterer, catching up with relatives, or getting ready with the wedding party. Want to actually spend time with your spouse on your wedding day? Here's how!


I've found 10 moments throughout the wedding day for you and your spouse to actually spend some time together and celebrate your marriage, just the two of you. Trust me, you want to plan for these ahead of time so you don't miss seeing your new spouse all night long!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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1 month ago
21 minutes 31 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
How Do You Plan a Backyard Wedding Without Losing Your Mind?

Inspired by listener Michelle, this week's episode is all about backyard weddings and how to plan them without absolutely losing your sh*t! Because it turns out that a laidback and chill backyard wedding is actually a whole-freaking-lot of work!


We'll talk about how to make backyard wedding planning easier on yourself, enlisting help from loved ones and professionals, the essential elements you'll need to figure out (like restrooms, power and insurance), plus the other little wedding tasks you might be worrying about (like cleaning up the garden the next day!).


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


Resources: https://junebugweddings.com/wedding-blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-a-backyard-wedding/ & https://www.theknot.com/content/home-wedding-reception-secrets


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1 month ago
36 minutes 55 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
11 Wedding Planning Regrets to Watch Out For

REBROADCAST: Back in episode 50 I shared 9 common wedding planning regrets and how to avoid them. So for episode 70, I'm back with 11 more regrets you should watch out for on your wedding day. We're covering everything from long reception lines and uncomfortable heels to DJs who don't have your song and bad photographers. Tune in to make sure you avoid these wedding planning regrets! 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


Based on this article: https://www.buzzfeed.com/lizmrichardson/wedding-day-regrets


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2 months ago
32 minutes 6 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
How to Choose Your Wedding Date

One of the first major wedding planning tasks you have to accomplish is choosing your wedding date. But how do you actually make that decision? Tune in for my tips on how to narrow down what date is going to work best for you, plus my #1 rule: You don't actually have a wedding date until you have a venue booked!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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2 months ago
33 minutes 3 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Your Wedding Planning Checklist (Part 2)

REBROADCAST: I'm back with part two of your wedding planning checklist and timeline. We're picking up where we left off with everything you're "supposed" to do from six months until the day of your wedding.


Along the way I'm offering my advice and perspective, as well as where I'm at with my 2021 wedding planning so you can feel better about yours! 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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2 months ago
57 minutes 57 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Your Wedding Planning Checklist (Part 1)

REBROADCAST: Welcome to your wedding planning checklist and timeline!


On today's episode I'm taking you through what a typical wedding planning checklist and timeline says you should be doing, from 12 to 6 months out from your wedding. Along the way I'll let you know where I'm at with my planning and whether or not I think the regular wedding media has this checklist right or wrong. 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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2 months ago
38 minutes 10 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
How to Host an Alcohol-Free, Dry Wedding (But Still Have Fun)

Whether you're sober, not a big drinker or just thinking about not serving alcohol at your wedding to save a little money, there are lots of good reasons to host a dry wedding. But your wedding guests may have some THOUGHTS on your alcohol-free nuptials.


In today's episode, I'm answering a question from listener Becky about how to have a dry wedding but still make sure it's fun for your guests. I'm talking about what your guests might expect (and how you can deal with their reactions), how to prepare your guests for a sober affair, and lots of ways you can still have a blast on your wedding day while sipping on a 0% mocktail!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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3 months ago
31 minutes 39 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Everything You Need to Know About Vows

REBROADCAST: This episode of the Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast is all about VOWS!


From how to decide if you want to write your own to how to write them and delivery on the big day, this episode is going to cover it all. Grab your fiance or fiancee and listen up before you start writing your own wedding vows! 


In this episode:

  • How to decide whether you want personal vows or traditional vows
  • Combo vows! Perfect for those who want vows that are personalized but not written from scratch
  • When to write your vows
  • Where to write your vows
  • Vow writing date night
  • The vow writing process + writing tips
  • Why you need to practice your vows
  • How to deliver your vows on the big day
  • How to save your vows after your wedding


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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3 months ago
25 minutes 3 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
8 Things You Never Want Your Wedding Guests to Do

From switching seats at the reception and bringing you a gift that wasn't on your registry to overdoing it at the bar or starting some family drama, I'm back with eight more things you definitely don't want your guests to do at your wedding.


But rather than just stress you out with these wedding guest faux pas, I'm also sharing what you can do to fix these mistakes or even prevent them in the first place!


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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3 months ago
45 minutes 11 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
How to Not Feel Guilty About Going Over Your Wedding Budget

REBROADCAST: Going over your wedding budget and over-spending SUCKS and can make you feel super guilty. But we don't want to spend our entire wedding planning journey feeling horrible and guilty every time we have to pay a deposit or swipe our credit card.


Tune in for four ways to help you deal with the guilt so you can enjoy your wedding planning experience, but still spend responsibly. 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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3 months ago
19 minutes 54 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
8 Mistakes Wedding Guests Make (and How You Can Help Fix Them)

As a couple planning a wedding, the last thing you want to deal with is a guest showing up late, ignoring the dress code or not bothering to RSVP. But how do you stop your guests from committing these wedding sins?


In this episode, I'm diving into four major mistakes that wedding guests can make and - most importantly - what you can do to fix these mistakes or stop them from happening in the first place and affecting your wedding day.



Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77



This episode was inspired by: https://www.brides.com/wedding-guest-faux-pas-11704425


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3 months ago
39 minutes 46 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
12 Fun Wedding Planning Tasks You Can Do Together

REBROADCAST: When your wedding planning just feels stressful, chaotic and like way too much work, it's time to focus on the FUN side of wedding planning.


Tune in to hear 12 fun wedding planning tasks that you and your partner can do together! That's not to say your fiance(e) is off the hook for the not-so-fun side of wedding planning, but you can reel them in with these fun tasks first! 


This episode includes:

  • 12 fun wedding planning tasks you two can do together, from cake tasting to practicing your first kiss!
  • How to make all wedding planning tasks fun
  • What to do when you just need a break from planning your wedding
  • And my soapbox rant about grooms/partners who think it's okay to give an opinion but not help with the planning! 


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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4 months ago
34 minutes 27 seconds

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Why You Shouldn’t Hire Friends as Your Wedding Vendors

REBROADCAST: Hiring friends to be your wedding vendors (or friendors) isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sure, they know you well and will probably do it for a discount, but that comes at a cost.


Tune in as I share the dangers of hiring friends for professional jobs for your wedding, and some tips if you still want to hire a friend or if you need help turning one down. Happy wedding planning! 


In today's episode: 

  • 4 reasons why hiring your friends as vendors is a bad idea
  • What happens if you're not happy with your friend's service?
  • How to turn down a friendor
  • Other ways to honor your friends
  • The best way to still hire a friendor without ruining your wedding (or worse, your friendship!)


Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77


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4 months ago
24 minutes

The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast
Welcome to The Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast! This podcast is for brides, grooms and anyone else who doesn't feel represented in mainstream wedding media. Haven't been dreaming of your big day since you were six? Don't care about chair covers or personalized napkins? Thinking about eloping, nixing the wedding party or only spending $5000? You're in the right place! From engagement to honeymoon and everything in between, join me as we plan weddings that are about what we really want - not what Instagram tells us we should want.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.