Hue I Do Podcast: From Fiancee to Forever

Do we really need to spell out after 1.5 years of a pandemic why anyone needs wedding insurance? Well -- we are. Gregory Esterhai, founder of Eventsured, came on the show to chat with Ashleigh about liability, postponement and cancellation insurance and why all couples need it. Special Guest Gregory Esterhai from Eventsured Don't forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you listen to podcasts. Gi...

After y'all say "I Do" is when the real work begins. There is a lot of advice that is given when you're engaged, but beyond that, there is a lot that we don't know. We can take premarital counseling, live together, and still be surprised by the person you married. We talk about that with past guests, The Hicks and The Forresters. Enjoy! Special Guests Jarrett and Tana Hicks Minister Michael and La...

We are entering our third year of podcasting with a bang. We're talking with friends of the show Ramia Joy, Jennifer Price from Event Shoppe Chicago and The Cocoa Bride's Candace Phillips about the monotony within our weddings. Why do all of our weddings look alike? How are vendors perpetuating this? And what can we do, as brides, as vendors, as media to combat this? Special Guests Ramia Joy Jenni...

A lot of couples use their wedding as an opportunity to support Black entrepreneurs, especially within the wedding space. Well, Tye & Morgan took it up a notch and used basically all Black and POC vendors for their Juneteenth 2021 wedding. What a display of Black love! From their proposal to the actual day, the Grays take us through their story and how they made it happen within ~2 months. Go...

What is a luxury wedding? You may have noticed vendors will add the word to their service offerings or a wedding mag might use it describe a wedding. We discussed this phrase with event designer and producer Marc Wilson of The Style Marc . His definition of luxury might surprise you. Don't forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you listen to podcasts. Give us a review on Apple Podcasts, please!...

This has been a busy summer. Toniah's been engaged for a little over 3 months and Ashleigh's counting down the wedding that should've been. We catch y'all up on wedding planning and play some bridal shower games because we're exhausted by the time we record. LOL. This is a quick, easy listen. Don't forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you listen to podcasts. Give us a review on Apple Podcasts...

A rerun episode - Pre-marital counselors Michael and Larraine Forrester from A Relationship Ministry explained to us the different counseling styles, why couples should heed red flags, the benefits of relationship mentors, and so much more. Don't forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you listen to podcasts. Give us a review on Apple Podcasts, please! Also, give us some stars on Spotify! Add an...

The first question we asked Steve M. Moore from Affairs to Remember was "Are buffets dead?" and he gave us one of the best shows we've had in -- maybe ever? We discussed all the catering styles and how COVID-19 changed them and went deeper into the politics of catering/venue budgets and ...you just have to listen because it was a great one. Don't forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you liste...

You know you've heard of the phrase "sweating for the wedding." Brides say it when they aim to lose some pounds or get in shape before the wedding. Maybe they want to fit into a dress or they want to feel good about themselves. Well, Dorian from Bridal Architect told us why that mindset is problematic and what we should really do to look and feel beautiful on our wedding day. Special Guest Dorian...

It's the summer and the girls are going on their bach trips. We talked to Saybah, a bride that had to postpone due to COVID, about her TWO bachelorette trips and how much fun they were. She said none of her girls fought -- like WHAT? Do you see this cover photo? There were a LOT of girls on this trip! Anyway, listen to her bach experiences and maybe they'll give you some ideas. Special Guest Sayba...

We are firm believers in your wedding should be a reflection of you and your partner as a union. The traditions that we blindly incorporate can be dated and impersonal. We are talking to LaToya and one of her brides and friend Ellenie Cruz about how to create these unique ceremonies for your special day. If the episode isn't enough, get LaToya's book Laugh At The Altar today to get more ideas of h...

We are back and we're talking about how COVID changed the wedding day look. Brides either needed multiple looks, scaled down looks, dramatic looks, or repetitive looks for their day. Courtney Robinson, owner of Winnie Couture Nashville, talked to us about masks and wearing the same dress twice. Go 'head and listen! Special Guest Courtney Robinson from Winnie Couture Nashville • Instagram Wedding V...

In this Old Gem episode, Kathryne Carter from Grace and Virtue Events describes many ways we can honor our friends and family that passed away before our wedding. We discuss very candidly many routes you and your partner can take to honor those who passed away before the wedding day. Take notes and grab tissue! Please tell us! Don’t forget to: Subscribe to Hue I Do wherever you listen to podcasts....

Everyone and their mama has something to say about your wedding -- it costs too much, it's not what they envisioned, it's not how they did things 20+ years ago. Wedding coach and planner Carrie-Ann Kloda help us learn how to set boundaries with our parents, siblings, family, and wedding party to ensure we have the wedding of our dreams AND are set for marriage. Special Guest Carrie-Ann Kloda of Ki...

We're back from our two week break and we're talking about when you and your bridesmaid are no longer cool during your engagement! Demetria McDonald is a Georgia-based influencer that went through this as she prepared for her destination wedding in 2018. Can you relate? UGH, girl. Special Guest Demetria McDonald • Instagram Wedding Vendor Love: On almost every episode of Hue I Do, we shout-out our...

On this rerun episode, enjoy our convo with Ashley Strickland of Ashley Nicole Photography about why brides, especially Black brides, need to do a first look. One of our friendors chatted with us about first looks! Black brides don’t always go for the first look because of tradition but there are a LOT of reasons why it is actually a good idea.  Ashley Strickland of Ashley Nicole Photography  ( @a...

Go back and listen to our episode with wedding planner and attorney Cara Davis Little. Cara was truly the perfect guest to talk to as her story evolves from her own wedding day (and she gives us all the deets of her GORGEOUS day) + how that evolved into her business as a wedding planner/coordinator. Oh, and she’s also a full time attorney so you know your contracts won’t be screwed up. This was a...

Do you know how to write your vows? Like, do you know what to say and what to avoid mentioning? How long your vows should be? Should you just write a letter instead? Well, Alexis Dent does. She created XO Juliet to help you write your vows so you don't sound like a sentimental fool on your wedding day. She gave us some tips because we always need them, of course. Go listen today. Special Guests Al...

On 4.3.21, our favorite co-host Toniah got engaged! So on this week's episode, Ashleigh & her husband Ed talked to the best special guests, Toniah and her FIANCÈ Brandon about their love story, how he designed her ring and their April proposal! After 1.5+ years of being the wonderful co-host and amazing MOH, it is her turn to bask in fianceèness! Special Guests Toniah Paryo - Instagram Brandon...

Our bride listeners sometimes need advice during the wedding planning process. Recent brides, Dedra & Shakera, tell us about their love stories + their wedding planning process. Dedra got married in fall 2019 and Shakera had a destination wedding in September 2020. Grab your notebooks and listen wherever you listen! Special Guests Dedra Ash - Instagram Shakera Brinson - Instagram Wedding Vendo...

Sierra's journey to marriage required a few friends along the way: from how she met her husband, to preparing his birthday party/her proposal, to how they came through to make their special day as glorious as it was. God was definitely in all of those details. Listen wherever you listen! Special Guest Sierra Rogers Wedding Vendor Love: On almost every episode of Hue I Do, we shout-out our favorite...

If you're on Bride Twitter, Bride Instagram, or Bride TikTok, we are PRETTY sure you've seen Amina and her bridal party doing the Junebug during her February 2021 wedding. But what you don't know is what it took for that day to finally happen. Amina talks to Ashleigh about her love story with hubby Deon Bush and how COVID-19 derailed their wedding plans but ultimately, it was for the best. Listen...

The reception makes or breaks the wedding. We all know this. But selecting the RIGHT wedding DJ and entertainment is a HUGE deal. Like, who wants to get a DJ that doesn't know how to bring people to the dance floor. Toryn Lankford is one of THE top wedding entertainers in Atlanta so it made sense to bring him on the show and get his thoughts. Let's save you the risk of ruining your reception with...

Netflix asks the question that circles around as a Twitter topic every 10 weeks -- would you pick a wedding or a house? I talked to the wedding planner on the show, Sarah Miller, about the tips she uses for couples on the show that brides and couples everywhere could also implement to save money on their big day. Make sure you listen to this episode and also binge "Marriage or Mortgage." Special G...

2020 was a rough year for many of us. But not that bad for Melissa -- she told us about how she got engaged, married, and started a family in the year and what that journey means to her. Her support system is consistent and strong which is truly what we all need when going through life events. Listen to her story on Hue I Do this week! Special Guest Melissa Philippe - Instagram Wedding Vendor Love...