Behind "I Do"

We're giving you an exclusive look inside the wedding emergency kit that comes with us to every single wedding. From sewing kits and stain removers to veil weights, body tape, batteries, power strips, fishing line, and even cake cutters, we're sharing the real tools that have saved countless wedding days.  If you've ever wondered what professional wedding planners actually carry behind the sc...

Ever wonder what your wedding planner is actually doing while you're getting ready, saying your vows, and celebrating with your guests?  In this episode of Behind "I Do", we're pulling back the curtain on what happens behind the scenes from the moment we arrive at your venue to the very last box loaded into the car at the end of the night. From setting hundreds of place settings and coordinat...

In this episode of Behind "I Do", we're diving into some of our favorite non-traditional wedding trends and personalized ideas that we've seen couples embrace over the last few years. From walking down the aisle with both parents, to private vows, family-style dinners, dedicated bouquet moments, and private cake cuttings, we're sharing creative ways couples are making their weddings feel more mean...

Choosing your wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you'll make during the planning process—and with so many incredible venues across Idaho, where do you even start? In this episode of Behind "I Do," we're sharing some of our favorite wedding venues throughout the Treasure Valley, Boise, Sun Valley, McCall, and beyond. As wedding planners who spend countless weekends at these venues, we're...

What really happens behind a beautiful wedding day? In this episode of Behind “I Do,” we’re walking through a REAL wedding from start to finish — the gorgeous details, smart budget choices, vendor teamwork, unexpected disasters… and yes, the wedding cake incident. 😅 We’re breaking down one of our favorite weddings at Indian Creek Winery and sharing why this garden party wedding worked so well fro...

Planning a wedding is about so much more than Pinterest boards and pretty details — it’s about building the right vendor team. In this episode of Behind “I Do,” we’re diving into why your wedding vendors can completely make or break the guest experience, timeline flow, and overall stress level of your big day.  From DJs and photographers to caterers and coordinators, we’re sharing the behind-...

Planning a wedding comes with big decisions… and one of the trickiest? Deciding whether to hire your friends as your vendors. In this episode of Behind “I Do,” we’re diving into the real pros, cons, and hidden risks of mixing friendship with business on your wedding day. From DJs who double as weekend club performers to photographers who are also guests, we’ve seen it all—and we’re breaking it dow...

Planning a wedding? There’s one mistake couples make all the time that no one really talks about… ghosting your vendors.  In this episode, we break down:  What “vendor ghosting” actually is (and why it happens) Why it’s frustrating for vendors (and can hurt your planning process) The “3 vendor rule” that will save you time, stress, and overwhelm How to compare quotes without getting conf...

Family dynamics can be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning—especially when money, guest lists, and strong opinions get involved. In Episode 10 of Behind I Do, two seasoned wedding planners talk through wedding boundaries, parent involvement, and how to navigate the “guest list war” without losing your mind (or your relationships).  We cover what changes when parents are paying, how t...

Wedding planning can feel overwhelming right after the excitement of getting engaged. In this episode of Behind I Do , two experienced wedding planners break down the first 60 days of wedding planning —what couples should focus on first and the common mistakes to avoid. From setting a realistic wedding budget and building your guest list to choosing the right venue, date, and planner , we’re shari...

In this episode, we’re diving into a planner Q&A, answering some of the most common questions we’ve received. From behind-the-scenes insight to general curiosities about the planning process, this conversation offers a candid look at what really goes into creating a seamless event. If you’ve ever wondered how planners think, this one’s for you.

In this episode, we’re talking about wedding budgets from a planner’s perspective. The financial side of planning can feel overwhelming, but when approached intentionally, it brings clarity and confidence to the entire process. This conversation is all about understanding the bigger picture and setting a strong foundation for your day.

Building the perfect vendor team is one of the most important parts of creating a seamless, unforgettable wedding day. As a planner, I always say it’s not just about hiring talented professionals—it’s about curating a team that communicates well, shares a similar work ethic, and truly understands the couple’s vision. When your photographer, florist, caterer, DJ, and planner are aligned and collabo...

In Episode 5 of Behind I Do , wedding planners Jaden and Allie pull back the curtain on what planners actually do and why the term “day-of coordination” needs to go . This episode dives into the real scope of wedding planning, how the industry got here, and why that label often misrepresents the work happening long before the wedding day ever arrives. From early planning decisions and vendor coord...

Planning a wedding comes with timelines, trends, expectations… and a whole lot couples never see coming. In Episode 4 of Behind I Do , we’re doing a full Q&A: Ask Us Anything —with honest answers, behind-the-scenes stories, and a few hot takes we could talk about for hours. 😅 In this episode, we cover: How we got started in wedding planning (and the wild way it all began) The early-day mistak...

Wedding trends are everywhere—but not all of them are meant to last. In this episode of Behind I Do , we’re breaking down 2026 wedding trends we love and the ones we’re ready to see quietly retired. As seasoned wedding planners, we’re pulling back the curtain on what actually works in real weddings—not just styled shoots or Pinterest-perfect moments. We talk candidly about: Ceiling installs, drape...

In Episode 2, Jaden and Allie tackle one of the most searched wedding topics of all time: the wedding day timeline—and why it’s way more than “ceremony at 4, dinner at 6.” They break down what couples get wrong when building timelines (especially missing buffer time), why “just put an earlier start time so guests show up” is a terrible idea, and how one timeline change can domino into dinner servi...

Planning a wedding looks effortless from the guest side… until you’re the one living it. In the very first episode of Behind I Do, Boise, Idaho wedding planners Jaden Fago (founder/CEO of Capital Occasions) and Allie Skinner (owner/lead planner) introduce themselves, their planning styles (Type-A meets “chill and calm”), and why they finally launched this podcast after years of tossing around wild...