Wedding Day Podcast

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How a romantic elopement in Hawaii sparked the idea for Destination I Do How wedding inspiration moved from print magazines and planning binders to websites and Pinterest How one bride used Destination I Do to find vendors after a hurricane destroyed her original wedding venue What Jennifer Stein has learned from more than 20 years in wedding media What Destina...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How long a custom engagement ring typically takes to make How inspiration photos can help clarify the style you want Why ring size can affect the custom setting you choose What the four Cs reveal about a diamond How lab-grown diamonds and popular shapes fit into today’s ring choices How heirloom jewelry can be redesigned for everyday wear How long does it take...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What personal details to share with your wedding planner How your everyday style and interests can inspire your wedding design How your wedding’s layout and flow can shape your guests’ comfort Ways to respond when severe weather threatens an outdoor wedding How planners and vendors can adapt when the day doesn’t go as planned How can you help your wedding plann...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why couples should consider hiring a professional wedding videographer How wedding films capture moments and emotions beyond still photography What wedding cinematographers do behind the scenes during a celebration How videographers coordinate with photographers and capture reliable audio What to expect from wedding film delivery and editing timelines Is a wedd...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How many dance lessons you need before your wedding What to expect from your first wedding dance lesson How to choose a song and dance style that work for you When to add dips, lifts or more elaborate choreography How to feel comfortable dancing with a partner who has a different experience level How many dance lessons does it take to prepare for your wedding&a...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why wedding catering costs more than a restaurant meal What staffing, rentals and service contribute to a catering proposal How your wedding venue can affect the menu a caterer creates What goes into serving a large plated wedding dinner Why family-style wedding dinners have become increasingly popular Why does wedding catering cost so much? For couples plannin...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Whether bridesmaids’ bouquets make good reception centerpieces How to create impact by mixing tall and low wedding centerpieces Why centerpiece height matters for your guests Ways to reuse ceremony arches and aisle flowers at the reception What a florist handles behind the scenes on your wedding day Can you reuse bridesmaids’ bouquets as wedding centerpieces? I...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: When to book your wedding hair and makeup team Why the bride should not be scheduled last in the beauty timeline How to prepare your skin before the wedding Which bridal hair and makeup trends are gaining popularity What to bring to your bridal hair and makeup preview What luxury bridal beauty services and pricing can include What does it take to create a calm,...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How WIPA supports wedding professionals through education and community What couples should look for when hiring wedding vendors Why contracts, insurance and business licenses matter How authenticity helps professionals connect with the right couples Why thoughtful offboarding can create referrals and legacy clients How professional relationships support destin...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What wedding magazine editors consider when reviewing submissions How to make a wedding submission stand out Why publication can strengthen a wedding professional’s credibility Which photographs and details to include in a submission Why complete vendor credits and editorial exclusivity matter How relationships with regional publishers can create new opportunit...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why Mexico has become such a popular destination wedding location What makes Cabo appealing to couples and their guests Why destination planners need firsthand knowledge of the locations they serve How local vendor relationships support a destination celebration What a planner’s industry connections can reveal to engaged couples How dining, invitations and ente...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What interactive food stations are and how they engage wedding guests How to personalize a wedding menu with family recipes and meaningful traditions Why creative presentation can make wedding food more memorable How signature cocktails and mocktails enhance the guest experience Why plated service may offer more value than couples expect How intimate weddings c...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Whether you need enough wedding cake to serve every guest What a kitchen cake is and how it can help serve a larger guest count Why flavor should come first when choosing your wedding cake How wedding cake tastings help couples find the perfect flavors What goes into creating realistic handmade sugar flowers Why your wedding cake should be part of your receptio...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What to look for when choosing a destination wedding venue Why the guest experience matters when planning a wedding weekend How on-site amenities and activities can enhance a destination wedding What family-friendly offerings can mean for guests traveling with children Why accommodations are an important part of the wedding weekend experience How the right venu...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What to do if rain is in the forecast on your wedding day Why destination weddings require experienced local vendors How to create an unforgettable wedding weekend experience Why every outdoor wedding needs a weather backup plan How family history shaped one of Oregon's most unique wedding venues What couples should look for when choosing a destination wed...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why luxury wedding photography is about more than beautiful images What truly separates luxury wedding photographers from the rest How photographers and wedding planners work together behind the scenes Why the "slow burn" is the key to building a successful creative career How Gen Z couples are changing the wedding experience Why multi-day wedding wee...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How to prepare for your first boudoir session Why boudoir photography is about confidence, not perfection The biggest misconceptions about bridal boudoir When to give your partner a boudoir album How boudoir sessions create stronger wedding-day relationships How do you prepare for a boudoir session if you've never done one before? In this episode of Weddin...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: What goes into creating custom wedding signage and installations How inspiration boards become one-of-a-kind event designs Why venue logistics play a major role in custom installations The behind-the-scenes challenges couples never see on wedding day How signage vendors adapt when unexpected problems arise Why custom installations can transform the guest experi...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How to avoid creating a cookie-cutter wedding How to create visual impact without decorating every single table Why great wedding design starts with your story—not Pinterest Wedding trends couples are embracing beyond traditional receptions The power of one dramatic focal point Creative entertainment ideas your guests won't see coming How do you create a w...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why more brides are choosing custom wedding dresses over off-the-rack styles How bridal gown customization can work How to set a realistic wedding dress budget without sacrificing quality What couture craftsmanship brings to the bridal shopping experience Why personalized bridal appointments make all the difference Is your dream wedding dress waiting on the rac...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧Listen to learn: What couples should include in hotel welcome bags Budget-friendly gifting ideas that still feel meaningful Why outsourcing gifting can save couples time and stress How local products can enhance the wedding experience Creative gifts for bridal parties and wedding weekends The logistics behind gifting for hundreds of wedding guests On this episode of Wedding Day...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How emceeing impacts the flow of a wedding reception Tips for keeping guests engaged throughout the night The secrets behind a packed dance floor Creative ways to approach your first dance What couples should look for when hiring a wedding DJ What keeps a wedding dance floor packed until the last song? According to Jay Brian Kochendorfer, owner of Minnesota-bas...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How to choose the right rehearsal dinner venue Why couples are combining rehearsal dinners and welcome parties The benefits of hosting wedding events at a restaurant venue Current trends in rehearsal dinner food and beverage service How personalized menus and signature cocktails enhance guest experience Tips for creating a memorable wedding weekend celebration...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: Why “Instagram face” is fading in bridal beauty What brides should expect during a makeup trial How bridesmaid beauty trends are evolving Why natural glam is replacing heavy contour and baking Where Cassandra finds inspiration for editorial bridal looks How to achieve timeless wedding-day beauty without looking overly trendy What does modern bridal beauty actua...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Listen to learn: How to make your wedding feel personal and unique What guests actually remember most about weddings How wedding planners turn your love story into a wedding design concept Why interactive wedding experiences are replacing standard receptions How to personalize your wedding without copying Pinterest trends Behind-the-scenes insights into custom wedding installat...