The Bridal Journey Podcast

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Hanna Forrest, who, married her partner Robbie in a gorgeous outdoor ceremony + extended cocktail reception at The Royal Perth Yacht Club. Hanna and Robbie met at university, and were engaged fairly early on in their relationship, with a proposal at home, utilising their gorgeous dog to help Robbie pop the question! 4 years engaged befor...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we circle back to the episode that you all love the most - The Hit List! Neon signs - is there a new 'cooler' alternative and hens days ideas - what is something that no-one else is doing?! COVID contracts and wedding insurance comes up and we have a discussion on the benefits of hiring a wedding planner to navigate that space. To see more of our couples,...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Brit Selwood, who married her sweetheart Geelong Cats superstar Joel Selwood at a friends property in regional Victoria in the summer of 2020. Joel is by far the most romantic one of the pair, and created a secret proposal with the help of Campbell Point House, an incredible European inspired chateau style of accommodation, located in re...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Charlotte Viney, who got married AFL footballer Jack Viney at Mitchelton Wines in Victoria's high country. Charlotte + Jack were high school sweethearts and married pre-COVID alongside over 100 of their closest friends and family during the summer of 2019. Being an organised person, Charlotte decided to plan her wedding herself, leaning...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are looking at those pesky wedding "must haves" Do you really need to have that wedding cake that your mother in law wants you too? Must you really invite those people your parents are friends with yet you haven't since you were 15? This episode answers those questions that you have that may be awkward to ask, or seem like they should just “BE” part of...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Laura Johns, who married her beau Jack at the incredible The Wildflower in Perth. Laura and Jack met at school leavers, on Rottnest Island, and shortly after started dating - bringing their relationship to a decade before an engagement was on the cards! Laura works within the jewellery industry - PR + events for @linneys_jewellery and so...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are acknowledging all those wedding planning hiccups, and how to approach them with style! Are you able to invite someone to your engagement but NOT your wedding? What readings can your loved ones offer if you don't want them to be overly religious at the ceremony? What happens if you run out of alcohol on a private property wedding?! These questions,...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Philly Smirk, owner of @phillysmirkdesign, a graphic design studio based in Sydney, NSW. Philly decided to take fate into her own hands, and, once laying eyes on Milos across a bowls club bar, walked right on over and offered to buy him a drink! Sensing his calming and honest nature, Philly took the leap and approach a more traditional M...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are coming back to where we left off last week - discussing the difference between wedding planners + wedding stylists! There can be so much grey area between the two - and throw in a on-the-day coordinator, or a venue event manager - we understand it can all become a little overwhelming!!! Part two of our discussion touches on the the essential aspect...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Lauren Rote, co-founder of active and comfort label @allgoodfeels Lauren and Edmond met through friends and while both decided to keep each other in the 'friend zone' for the first little while, after 8 years together, Edmond was able to completely take Lauren by surprise and proposed to her at the end of a trip to Cabo together, working...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Jasmine Lindsay, founder and owner of @jasmineandwill a timeless sleepwear label, designed for the contemporary Australian family. Jasmine and Sam met as Jasmine returned to Australia from living O/S, in the modern love story way - online :) Engaged within the year, they decided they were both there for the same reason, and wed not long...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are discussing a topic that comes up most when we place a Q+A on our insta feed - what is the difference between a wedding planner and a wedding stylist? Part one, as this will be a two part episode series has questions on the table such as what do they actually do, how much 'should' they cost and when should you book them in? There are many jobs that...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Liv Koennecke (nee Flanagan), founder and owner of @maison_essentiele a luxurious and sustainable sleep and lounge wear label, designed to take you from evening to morning - day-in, day-out. Felix and Liv meet in middle school, yet went different directions until the end of high school where their worlds aligned, and brought them back to...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we touch on the one job that all grooms seem to be given on the wedding planning journey - the choice of entertainment!!!! There is a big difference between a band and a DJ - both appeal to different crowds, their costs are different and their output is different - so how do you choose! Suggestions on the episode today include additional elements to consi...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Christy Baird (now Doxtator) founder and owner of LOHO bride and her wedding to now husband Brian in the magical Palm Springs. Christy wore five different dress options throughout the weekend of her wedding - and who wouldn't when you have access to the amazing designers that she does through her store! Anyone who has visited LOHO BRIDE...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we embrace the THE HIT LIST. An episode of one off quick fire questions from listeners on any wedding related topic. The questions keep coming through to us about your bridal party, so this episode touches on your #bridetribe and issues that some listeners are facing as they navigate with their team! Do you need to include siblings in your bridal party? C...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Natalie Basile and delves into her destination wedding to now husband Mark, as featured in Vogue, on the stunning Amalfi Coast in Italy. Both Natalie and Mark grew up in similar circumstances, with mutual friends, and like experiences - their dads also even knew each other!!! however a chance sliding doors interaction in their 20's made...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we get deep into the somewhat at times confusing world of wedding catering! There are many price variations, many service options and so many packages to choose from - how do you know you are making the right decision for your wedding? From sit down to cocktail, canapes to grazing table and shared plates to alternate drops - we talk about the pros and con...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Georgia Zullo and delves into her gorgeous overseas wedding in Greece with her now husband Michael. Georgia and Michel were overseas in Sardinia, Italy when he proposed, with Georgia thinking they were watching a wedding at their hotel, when in actual fact - Michael was asking her to marry him! With both Georgia and Michael having ties t...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are coming out of our Christmas and New Year break full of hope and dreams for 2021 - and an ABUNDANCE of couples getting in contact with us for tips because they are newly engaged! So we thought it be only fitting that this Q+A episode was dedicated to the lovers, those recently engaged, those thinking of popping the question and even for those who ne...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Bridie Mancuso and delves into her gorgeous Bryon Bay wedding with now husband Micky. How they met is a moment of contention - dependent on who you ask, however moving in together in only 8 weeks after meeting, their engagement came on their three year anniversary, amongst the broad beans in the veggie patch at his grandparents family ho...

On today's episode of The You and Me Podcast, we recap on the blow out that was this past year, say goodbye to 2020 and bring you our wedding trend predictions for the next year ahead. We will be back into your ears on Monday 4th January 2021, with the release of our first episode of Season 2 - an amazing real bride who will take us on a journey to a luxurious French Country House, a hidden oasis...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Krystle Witt Moore and delves into her gorgeous Bryon Bay wedding with her now husband Jake, the inclusion of their eldest son Nash in their wedding day - who was still a newborn at the time! and their laid back affair that had their nearest and dearest present for what sounds like the most perfect wedding in Crescent Heas. Krystle takes...

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we chat all about your wedding venue! One of the hardest, most deliberated on and definitely the biggest expense draw first decisions you have to make when starting your wedding planning journey. Discussed are things to think about before you look at a space, we make suggestions on questions to ask while you're there and we weigh up the pros and cons to c...

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Alexandra Cole, owner of her incredible business 'Flawless', a luxury make-up artistry based in Toronto, Canada as she wed her gorgeous beau Ethan in between the crazy COVID year of restrictions that was 2020. A long distance relationship followed until an unexpected proposal at Alex's grandmothers house cemented their future, A short en...