How to Host an Alcohol-Free, Dry Wedding (But Still Have Fun)

REBROADCAST: Back in episode 50 I shared 9 common wedding planning regrets and how to avoid them. So for episode 70, I'm back with 11 more regrets you should watch out for on your wedding day. We're covering everything from long reception lines and uncomfortable heels to DJs who don't have your song and bad photographers. Tune in to make sure you avoid these wedding planning regrets! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77Based on this article: https://www.buzzfeed.com/lizmrichardson/wedding-day-regrets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the first major wedding planning tasks you have to accomplish is choosing your wedding date. But how do you actually make that decision? Tune in for my tips on how to narrow down what date is going to work best for you, plus my #1 rule: You don't actually have a wedding date until you have a venue booked!Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: I'm back with part two of your wedding planning checklist and timeline. We're picking up where we left off with everything you're "supposed" to do from six months until the day of your wedding. Along the way I'm offering my advice and perspective, as well as where I'm at with my 2021 wedding planning so you can feel better about yours! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: Welcome to your wedding planning checklist and timeline! On today's episode I'm taking you through what a typical wedding planning checklist and timeline says you should be doing, from 12 to 6 months out from your wedding. Along the way I'll let you know where I'm at with my planning and whether or not I think the regular wedding media has this checklist right or wrong. Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you're sober, not a big drinker or just thinking about not serving alcohol at your wedding to save a little money, there are lots of good reasons to host a dry wedding. But your wedding guests may have some THOUGHTS on your alcohol-free nuptials.In today's episode, I'm answering a question from listener Becky about how to have a dry wedding but still make sure it's fun for your guests. I'm talking about what your guests might expect (and how you can deal with their reactions), how to prepare your guests for a sober affair, and lots of ways you can still have a blast on your wedding day while sipping on a 0% mocktail! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: This episode of the Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast is all about VOWS!From how to decide if you want to write your own to how to write them and delivery on the big day, this episode is going to cover it all. Grab your fiance or fiancee and listen up before you start writing your own wedding vows! In this episode:How to decide whether you want personal vows or traditional vowsCombo vows! Perfect for those who want vows that are personalized but not written from scratchWhen to write your vowsWhere to write your vowsVow writing date nightThe vow writing process + writing tipsWhy you need to practice your vowsHow to deliver your vows on the big dayHow to save your vows after your weddingHave a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From switching seats at the reception and bringing you a gift that wasn't on your registry to overdoing it at the bar or starting some family drama, I'm back with eight more things you definitely don't want your guests to do at your wedding. But rather than just stress you out with these wedding guest faux pas, I'm also sharing what you can do to fix these mistakes or even prevent them in the first place! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a couple planning a wedding, the last thing you want to deal with is a guest showing up late, ignoring the dress code or not bothering to RSVP. But how do you stop your guests from committing these wedding sins?In this episode, I'm diving into four major mistakes that wedding guests can make and - most importantly - what you can do to fix these mistakes or stop them from happening in the first place and affecting your wedding day. Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77This episode was inspired by: https://www.brides.com/wedding-guest-faux-pas-11704425 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REBROADCAST: When your wedding planning just feels stressful, chaotic and like way too much work, it's time to focus on the FUN side of wedding planning. Tune in to hear 12 fun wedding planning tasks that you and your partner can do together! That's not to say your fiance(e) is off the hook for the not-so-fun side of wedding planning, but you can reel them in with these fun tasks first! This episode includes:12 fun wedding planning tasks you two can do together, from cake tasting to practicing your first kiss!How to make all wedding planning tasks funWhat to do when you just need a break from planning your weddingAnd my soapbox rant about grooms/partners who think it's okay to give an opinion but not help with the planning! Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're talking wedding gifts and sadly, not just the ones you are going to receive. This week's episode is all about the wedding gifts you have to give - specifically to your parents and your in-laws (or any other special parent-figures in your life).Rather than going with a generic Father of the Bride handkerchief on Etsy or stressing about what to get your stepmom for weeks, I'll give you nine options for wedding gifts that are parent-approved. These gifts are heartfelt, customizable and can work with any budget. Plus, there's absolutely no plastic crap with your wedding date on it that no one really wants...Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77This episode was inspired by: https://www.brides.com/anniversary-gifts-for-parents-5119436; https://www.theknot.com/content/thank-you-gifts-for-parents?; https://www.townandcountrymag.com/the-scene/weddings/g38629795/wedding-gifts-for-parents/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.