COMPLETE wedding podcast

Welcome back to the COMPLETE wedding podcast.  I'm happy that you came back to listen.  I’m a new voice but have the same passion to help you plan your wedding.  In fact, in a shameless effort to get you to like me, I’m going to give you some secrets that you won’t hear anywhere else.  I’m going to tell you “Secrets that Wedding Planners will never tell you.  The dirt that I’m dishing is so g...

Finding your dream dress is a stressful task, but if you know the online stores that are popular for wedding dresses, you are already halfway there to choose your best wedding dress.  I’m here to guide you through all the best stores online where you can find your perfect dress, and some amazing tips you can use while shopping online. I’m going to take you through different sites that vary in pric...

The venue, Invites, Florals – Check, Check, Check!   It’s time to have some fun now.  My last few episodes have been WAY too serious.  Good information but a little bit of a downer.  This next item on your wedding planning checklist can be completely cost-free! However, resources like “Wedding Hashers” can make a creative & unique hashtag for you.  You’re not alone if you’d fancy having hashta...

You’re tasked with finding an entertainment company that falls within your budget and has your wedding date available and you want them to be fluent in “weddings” and keep the dance floor packed.  Sounds easy, right? No matter what you’re looking for, a DJ and their team should be able to work with you and your partner to make your wedding night special. There are a few things that we want you to...

Whу Yоu Shоuld Hіrе a wedding Vіdеоgrарhеr This episode is about why you should hire a videographer.  It’s no secret that our company provides wedding videography.  I am not going to use this platform to be self serving and say why we do great videography (although we do 😊).  Rather, explain why I would hire a videography for my kids wedding and recommend it to all of my family. Check out all of...

We’ve been doing weddings for over 15 years.  Almost all of them were amazing from start to finish.  However, there were a few that did not go quite as the couple wanted.  I feel, if they would have followed these tips, their wedding would have been flawless too. Check out all of our links Thank you for listening to the COMPLETE wedding podcast      Find wedding Accessories Premium Quality Flowers...

Wedding planners are a bit like fairy godmothers in heels (for our male wedding planners, please excuse this comparison).  Unfortunately, a wedding planner cannot wave a magic wand and instantly plan a couple’s dream wedding or sprinkle glitter in the air to make everyone smile, but they do have the insight and experience necessary to take the stress out of wedding planning for couples and stop th...

Every couple wants their wedding to be more special and something that feels more like them. Something every nature lover might dream of would be an outdoor wedding. How glamorous and peaceful would be a wedding at the beach with wind slighting blowing and the sweet melody of the waves at the back. Doesn't it sound just perfect? It sure does, but what comes with this is the drill of planning...

I know I have been there, wedding vocabulary is confusing. Some words are pretty unfamiliar and others we don’t even know those words exist. Just like that, a wedding planner and a wedding coordinator sound similar, but they are way different. Both the wedding planners and day-of wedding coordinators are lifesavers, and I mean it. If you have been looking for a wedding planner, wedding coordinator...

Your wedding day is considered one of the biggest milestones in life. Guests, food, photography , lighting - each and every thing is put under a microscope to make sure nothing goes wrong. Many brides turn into Bridezillas and many others face wedding planning anxiety.  However, there's definitely a solution. Keep reading to know how to tackle that never-ending wedding anxiety. Listen to this...

One of the biggest decisions a man makes in his life is when he decides to propose to the girl he loves. It is a stressful experience, one which is filled with uncertainty and excitement. Of course, buying the engagement ring is a big step. You will need to consider the shape of the ring, cut of the diamond, not to mention the type of metal. All this is complicated more by the fact that it all has...

Many wedding traditions, from the tossing of the flower bouquet to the engagement ring, have been around for decades. But the meaning of these rituals has changed over the years and many of these are no longer relevant in modern times. Here are some old-fashioned wedding traditions that brides can abandon if they wish. There were a couple that we omitted but would love to hear from you.   Do you t...

Whether it's tradition, non-conventional, fun or romantic; there are many ways and locations to "pop the question". This episode covers some of the best places to get engaged. Please share your proposal story with us.  We love hearing them! damon@completemediaevent.com 954-499-8099 Spotify Playlists YouTube Pinterest FaceBook Group Our website 🎧 Get your Free Wedding DJ worksheet

This episode we talk about payments schedule, contracts, the difference between a refundable and non-refundable deposit, importance of asking questions and changing a contract after it's signed. I am not a lawyer.  I am not giving legal advice.  I am just speaking about some experiences I've had over my 15+ year career in the wedding industry. If you have legal questions, please contact...

In the wedding industry, there are 2 styles of video edit. Documentary Cinematic Most people thing that their main differentiator is the length of time each video will be.  However, time is more of a biproduct than a primary driver.  I do my best to explain the difference between a Documentary and Cinematic video but if you have further questions, I will be happy to answer anything. damon@complete...

Planning a reception is tricky with the variety of people you have there to celebrate with you. One genre or era does not satisfy all your loved ones and leaves people feeling excluded. You want to entertain everyone in your music choices and make all your guests feel accepted into your celebration. To help narrow down a more inclusive list, we have provided a few genres and examples that will rea...

Choosing to have a very small wedding ceremony gives a happy couple, as well as the guests, the opportunity to celebrate in a more intimate fashion. It is less overwhelming for the couple.  It’s easier to coordinate and plan and allows for more unique ideas. One of the biggest areas where very small weddings excel is the vast choice in venues.  A smaller capacity and a little more money gives the...

The most special day celebrating the beginning of your marriage and life together, but there are so many details to iron out and so many options. It can be maddening. Take a deep breath, grab a beer or a margarita, everything is going to be just fine. Ok, maybe it’s too much to say that the DJ has that big of a role in the success of your big day. But, trust me your wedding DJ is a key contributor...

Like the saying goes, planning the party is more fun then the party itself. Weddings are the same way, especially theme weddings. Every wedding needs a theme, something that is new, exciting and different. The most trending theme is bringing the outside world into your little love nest without actually bringing the world there. Here are some themes to make your wedding the envy of 2022.  Listen to...

Getting married is really easy if you are getting married at the court without the usual formalities.  But, becoming partners for life after the sacred bond of matrimony requires celebration with your loved ones. So, here are a few tips that will you plan your big day perfectly.  Check out these Pro tips from wedding insiders Email Blog Spotify Playlists YouTube Pinterest FaceBook Group 🎧 Get you...

If your wedding is near and you are expecting guests to arrive bearing gifts then there is no better way than actually setting up a wedding registry for your guests. Not only it is helpful for the buyers, but also gets you your desired gifts which means no more re-gifting of presents.  Here is a list of 15 tips that will help you setup the best wedding registry Email Blog Spotify Playlists YouTube...

Weddings are likely the most significant and memorable events of one's life. And, since it is very important, everything should be great. The most ideal part of this event is probably the wedding celebration. Being there just in time at the venue, dressing up, the wedding ceremony, the dances, the toasts, photography, everything should be in the right order and should be well executed.  Captu...

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On уоur wedding day, you will bе ѕurrоundеd by fаmіlу, friends аnd lоvеd оnеѕ all jоіnеd in the celebration of уоur unіоn оf huѕbаnd and wіfе. Cарturіng the nаmеѕ and wеll wіѕhеѕ оf thе реорlе whо shared уоur ѕресіаl dау іѕ іmроrtаnt and will be аррrесіаtеd years later. Trаdіtіоnаllу соuрlеѕ hаvе uѕеd wеddіng guеѕt books аt their reception; however, a growing trеnd is fоr brides and grооmѕ tо uѕе...

For many people, a wedding ring is the most expensive piece of jewelry they’ll ever own. It’s also one they’ll wear daily, so it’s important to get right! It’s no wonder that it’s become more common to choose your own ring style rather than leaving it up to your partner to decide. While some couples may still go the traditional route, increasingly the ring-wearers are playing an active role in the...