The Gown and Beyond

On this episode, Ramona sits down to discuss how the pandemic has impacted operations at Love and Lace Bridal, from the shutdown to closing one of her locations, and all of the regulations in place as they reopened to service the bridal community. She also offers advice to those who are planning their wedding right now and need to start shopping for a dress.   How far in advance they should look,...

You just ordered your bridal gown, congratulations!  This is such an exciting and emotional time for a bride and hopefully, you found "the one".  But more and more often we are seeing brides change their minds soon after they've placed their order.  In today's episode, Ramona and Marissa are giving you a step by step guide to help prevent the feeling of buyer's remorse and second-guessing your pur...

Dress shopping for weeks or months can be exhausting, but setting aside a full day to find a dress will keep you cool and collected. Ramona and Marissa suggest ways to enjoy yourself and be decisive while choosing a dress, from planning your day ahead of time to showing up with the right objective. Here's how to take the stress out of your decision and avoid sleeping on it when you already knew it...

Your wedding dress makes a big statement about you. From the style you choose, the color of the fabric, to where your dress is made and who makes it. Ramona and Marissa dive into fast fashion's effects on the wedding dress industry. Discover where wedding dresses come from, what's the real cost of a cheap dress and how a bride can be an ethical shopper. Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if...

Modern, Classic, Clean It's not too early in the new year for the ladies of Love and Lace to start calling this year's bridal treads. Marissa returns to the show to Co-host with Ramona where they discuss what they are seeing and what they hope to see in wedding dress trends this year. From the fabric of the dress to the style of gown new trends embrace old and new for the modern bride. Learn more...

Feeling like everyone is ahead of you and doing better than you are? Maybe you aren't as far off as you feel. This week, Emily and Ramona talk about their own struggles with comparing themselves to others in business and in personal growth. From growing at your own pace to healthy social media habits to stop over comparison at the source. Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you're ready to...

Ramona and co-host Emily try to help brides get back control of the wedding planning experience in the age of social media. There are so many places where you can search for and get inspiration for your wedding, but they often send brides into a tailspin in the endless stream of ideas without clarity.   Ramona and Emily will provide tactics to keep your sanity. Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com ....

Brenda Maldonado owner Bella Lily Bridal was ready for something new when she left her corporate career for the bridal industry. She joins Ramona to discuss how she got her start, how they meet and her take on running a bridal shop. There's no competition between these friends, just double the helpful information. Website: https://bellalilybridal.com/ Instagram: @bellalilybridal (Recommend to Foll...

The process of getting married is filled with a lot of emotional ups and downs. One of those emotional drop-offs happens after the wedding is over when there is no more planning left to do and no guests around. Faith, Ashley, and Marissa discuss what to do when you are no longer a bride or the center of attention. Say goodbye to being a bride and control your wedding withdraw with new creative out...

It's not everyday that you get your photos taken by a professional photographer. From communicating what you want your photos to look like to feeling relaxed when the flash goes off, This week's episode has great tips on how to navigate finding and feeling comfortable with a wedding photographer. Photographer Emily Saenz Co-host's with Ramona to discuss finding the right photographer for your wedd...

Subtle comments from your group while dress shopping can affect what dress you walk out the door with. Ramona and Faith discus being decisive and confident while finding your dress. Knowing what you want and what you don't want can get you most of the way there, but staying true to yourself is a little more tricky when what you want is not what others want for you. Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.c...

There's no way you can book your dream venue a week before your wedding. Love and Lace Bridal consultants Faith and Ashley join Romona to break down the top things to decide on and get done months before your wedding day. Make sure to plan ahead for everything with these helpful tips. You can't go on your honeymoon to Bali with an expired passport!  Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you'...

Not everyone has the time or the stamina to draw out an engagement.  Thankfully , Co -Founder of the brand 31 Bits ,  Jessie ( Simonson)  Alexander joins  Ramona to break down how she pulled off her wedding in 3 months. Jessie and Ramona discuss prioritizing what's important, agreeing on a budget when family is involved and entrusting others with small day of the wedding tasks.  Whether you are sp...

Whether you are pulling out all the stops for your wedding or you just need a little help getting things organized then you are probably in need of some professional help. What's the difference between wedding planners and wedding coordinators? Is there really such thing as a day of planner? This week Romona is joined by Lindsay Val Longacre and Heather Hoesch, two wedding planners from LVL Weddin...

Some of the slowest bridal appointments are caused by a bridal party taking more photos of the dresses than actually trying them on. Love and Lace consultant Faith Taliaferro returns to the podcast to speak with Romona about how they handle customer dress photography. Would it just be better to not allow cameras?  Trust Ramona and Faith to have the answers!  Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . An...

There is a lot more to their jobs than lipstick and hairspray. Makeup and hair stylists Erica Beukelman and Heidi Marie Garrett , join Romona to discuss their part in the wedding industry and other projects like Your Beauty Invite . From booking etiquette to day of touch ups, these ladies share what it takes to get the bride down the aisle and away from the mirror.       Follow Erica Beukelman on...

Why reinvent the wheel? Wedding planners have the experience, know the venders, and can help you get through any problem that arises while planing your wedding. The owner of Sugar Plum & CO , Abby Lee joins Romona to discuss her career, the intricacies of wedding planning and, what happens when wedding planners attend bridal appointments. From setting a budget that fits your wedding to finding wit...

Planning a wedding involves months of phone calls, emails, appointments, and "disasters" of all sizes. Love and Lace Bridal consultants Faith, Ashley and Sarah join Romona to dissicus avoiding worry and stress with self care, perspective, and loving where you are, in moment. The ladies discuss how they overcame "disasters" while planning their own weddings and share stories of brides who lost pers...

Finding confidence in how you feel and how you look doesn't come naturally to most of us. Stay away from comparison and take some advice from this week's guest, Gym instructor Madison Russell from Work Irvine . She joins Romona to talk about nutrition, finding confidence, and body image; for Brides and anyone else in need of a boost of confidence. Follow them on instagram Madison Russel @madirusse...

Things are changing on the podcast as Marissa says farewell to The Gown and Beyond and working full time at Love and Lace Bridal. Ramona and Marissa discuss how being a consultant has changed since Marissa started and what she will and will not miss about working in bridal.  Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you're ready to get that perfect wedding gown, come see us at loveandlacebridals...

A big thank you to everyone has been listening to and enjoying the Gown and Beyond podcast this past year. Ramona and Marissa recap the journey of this podcast, some of the highlights from the past year, and just how thankful they are to all of you for listening. Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you're ready to get that perfect wedding gown, come see us at loveandlacebridalsalon.com

The crazy and the bad sometimes drowns out all the wonderful experiences and memories that have happened at the boutique. With one week till The Gown and Beyonds one year anniversary, Ramona and Marissa reflect on the most memorable groups, the best family moments, and their favorite engagement stories. Everything from thoughtful fiances, family and friends with generous hearts and a wedding dress...

Your bridal consultant knows best, especially when it comes to picking the right dress for the right bride. Plus size wedding gowns are no exception to this.  Just sit down and let Ramona and Marissa explain why it's a better idea to let the consultant select the dresses that will fit properly and show off what makes you, you.    Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you're ready to get that...

On her wedding day, nothing should fall of the shoulders of a bride. Bridesmaids can be given tasks to do from engagement to I do. Ramona and Marissa discuss what bridesmaids can help with and what they shouldn't. From being prepared on the day of the wedding to planning all the events and appointments to get you there.    Learn more at TheGownandBeyond.com . And if you're ready to get that perfec...

The wedding industry can be a tight knit family of venders and close friends. The Gown and Beyond welcomes guest host Lucia Dinh Pador, editor of the online wedding magazine, Utterly Engaged to the podcast. Ramona and Lucia discuss how the industry has changed since when they first started their businesses and things they would have changed about their own weddings.  Find Lucia at https://www.utte...