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Bridechilla- Wedding Planning Podcast10 Years of Marriage Equality: Inclusivity, Trends & Real Talk with Brittny DryeLeah sits down with Brittny Drye, Editor-in-Chief of Love Inc. magazine, to celebrate 10 years of marriage equality—and 10 years of love—with cover stars Lance Bass and his husband Michael Turchin. They chat about what true inclusivity in the wedding world looks like for LGBTQ+ couples and beyond. From the return of '90s vibes at New York Bridal Fashion Week to navigating wedding planning during a tough economy (hello, tariffs and inflation!), this episode is packed with fresh trends, real talk, and inspiration for creating a celebration that’s personal, intentional, and fully you.
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Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWhat You Need to Know About Taking a Cruise HoneymoonCruises are back and better than ever and we have travel expert Dr. Terika Haynes on today's show to share her tips on finding the perfect cruise line for your honeymoon, pros and cons of taking a cruise and so much more. Get ready to pack your bags because after this episode, you're going to want to set sail. Guest Info: sodynamite.com @dynamitetravel Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Store Locator: loveincmag.com/retailers 2022-11-1735 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastExploring Long Island's North ForkToday we're transporting you to the North Fork, a beautiful area just two hours east of New York City that is absolutely honeymoon-worthy. We're chatting with local lifestyle expert Michelina Da Fonte who is sharing activities, must-visit restaurants, amazing wineries, and all of the different ways to explore the Fork that is sure to inspire your itinerary. Guest Info: northforker.com @the_northforker Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Store Locator: loveincmag.com/retailers2022-11-0427 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWhat Does a Wedding MC Do?When you hear the term "wedding MC," you might envision a Rodney Dangerfield-type character with a long mic walking around telling jokes. We're here to tell you that's no longer the case (unless of course, that's your vibe!) and, instead, this role can truly elevate your reception experience. And Master of Ceremonies extraordinaire Artem Lomaz is here to share how. Guest Info: artemlomaz.com @ninetythreeentertainment Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Store Locator: loveincmag.com/retailers2022-10-2541 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastRed Flags to Look Out For During Wedding PlanningKnowing what red flags to look out for when hiring your wedding vendors can save you a lot of time, stress, and perhaps even in some cases, money. Wedding planner Keith Willard is sharing a ton of red flags to be on the lookout for as you start connecting with vendors. Plus, tips on how to handle should those red flags appear after you're already under contract. Guest Info: keithwillardevents.com @keithwillard Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: loveincmag.com/buy-the-magazine2022-07-2858 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastEverything You Need to Know About Tipping Your Wedding VendorsTipping your wedding vendors may not be at the forefront of your mind, but you also don't want to be running to an ATM the morning of your wedding. To help you plan ahead, we're breaking down tipping etiquette and expectations with event planner Jamie Chang of Mango Muse Events. She's sharing a really simple formula for how exactly much to tip, and to whom, in today's episode. Guest Info: mangomuseevents.com @mangomuseevents Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: loveincmag.com/buy-the-magazine 2022-07-2134 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastFinding Your Signature Wedding BrandToday's conversation is a really fun one -- it's all about branding your wedding. I know what you're thinking ... no, branding isn't just for businesses. Our guest is Connor Storch, the CEO of Co Story, a creative agency that specializes in branding celebrations. Connor is sharing about how you can create your own unique brand from your love story ... and yes, everyone has a brand. So let's find yours! Guest Info: storywithco.com @storywith.co Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: love...2022-07-1138 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastCrafting a Non-Gendered, Non-Religious Wedding CeremonyWhen we think of wedding ceremony traditions, so much of it is rooted in these religious and or hetero- driven rituals. But doesn't have to be. On today's episode, we're talking with inner spiritual expert Maureen Cotton and exploring ways to make your ceremony be filled with these beautiful rituals that speak to your love story. No religion or gender required -- unless, of course, you want it to! This episode will inspire you to be intentional with your ceremony script. Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-crafting-a-wedding-ceremony Guest Info: @maureencottonceremonies...2022-07-0535 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastA Crash Course for Picking Your VenueThe venue decision is a big one, both financially and aesthetically, and today we're giving you a crash course in venue hunting from experts Courtney Hopper and Dana Kadwell from Hustle & Gather. We're discussing questions you should be asking venues, red flags to look out for, and so much more. If you haven't yet found the perfect spot to say "I do," make sure you tune in! Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-wedding-venue Guest Info: @hustleandgather @thebradfordnc hustleandgather.com Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Bu...2022-06-2340 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWhat Exactly Is a Luxury Wedding? Luxury is an art form, especially luxury in the wedding world. And today's guest is a master of it. But what is considered luxury? Is it the budget, the style we're defining it in today's episode with award-winning event planner, Brian Green, and the answers may surprise you. Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-what-is-a-luxury-wedding Guest Info: @bybriangreen bybriangreen.com Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: loveincmag.com/buy-the-magazine2022-06-1745 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastNew Wedding Planning Tool for LGBTQ+ CouplesIf you've spent even a minute planning your wedding, you've probably realized just how heteronormative the wedding industry is. Seeing a need for accessible assistance for LGBTQ+ couples planning their wedding, wedding planner, Cathy O'Connell launched a new service that helps guide couples through learning modules, webinars and more. I am so excited to share more about this new planning tool with you guys. USE CODE: INCLUSIVELYYOURS for 10% off Inclusive Wedding Planning services! Transcript: loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-lgbtq-wedding-planning-resource Guest Info: inclusiveweddingplanning.com @inclusiveweddingplanning Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYour...2022-06-0924 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastKeeping Wedding Finances on TrackWeddings can cost a lot of money if you're not making careful decisions around your budget. In fact, 74% of couples turn to high interest credit cards to help pay for their wedding. Yikes. Today's guest is Anya Winnika who recently launched a payments platform that allows wedding pros to better work with our couples on a financial level and make that payment process much easier to swallow. Guest Info: @maroowedding maroo.us Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: loveincmag.com/buy-the-magazine 2022-06-0328 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastThe Realities of Having a Pinterest WeddingThe "Pinterest perfect wedding." What does that even mean? And is it even a good thing? How do you not fall down the rabbit hole of other people's ideas, and ensure that your wedding is authentically you? The information that our guest, Pinterest guru Julianne Smith, is sharing today is definitely worth pinning onto those advice boards. Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-realities-of-a-pinterest-wedding Guest Info: @gartergirl thegartergirl.com Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding magazine: loveincmag.com/buy-the-magazine2022-05-2630 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastBringing the Bridgerton Wedding Trend to LifeThe Netflix series period drama Bridgerton has swept the wedding world, lending inspiration in floral design, tabletop, music and more. If your ideal wedding is a Bridgerton Ball, consider this your invitation. I chat with top wedding planner and designer Tara Fay of Tara Fay Events to find out how to make Bridgerton a reality for your wedding day (even if you're on a tight budget!). Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-bridgerton-wedding-trends Guest Info: @tarafayevents https://tarafay.ie/ Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding mag...2022-05-1828 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastDestination Wedding Tips & Secrets From a Top PlannerIf you're dreaming of a destination wedding, whether it's on a beach in Puerto Rico, at a romantic French chateau, or on a mountaintop in Aspen, this week's guest is sharing a goldmine of advice for you. Learn the ins and outs of planning a destination wedding from top destination events planner Fallon Carter, from the fun parts (picking a location!) to the logistics. Guest info: http://falloncarterevents.com/ @falloncarterevents Transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-destination-wedding-planning Follow Us: loveincmag.com @LoveIncMag @InclusivelyYoursPodcast Buy the wedding ma...2022-05-1144 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastHot Off the Runways of Bridal Fashion WeekBridal Fashion Week in New York City just wrapped, and we're chatting with The Knot's Senior Fashion Editor Shelley Brown about the trends we spotted, the collections we loved, and up-and-coming designers that we are obsessed with. This episode will give you an insider's look at what is Bridal Fashion Week. Spoiler alert: it's not all Champagne and tulle. For transcript: https://loveincmag.com/podcast-transcript-hot-off-the-runways-of-bridal-fashion-week SOCIAL @theknot @shelley_brown_ @LoveIncMag Featured Up-and-Coming Designers: @houghtonnyc @nadiamanjarrez Head to loveincmag.com for more inclusive wedding planning ideas, advice an...2022-04-2936 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastFinding the Right Wedding Photographer for YOUYour wedding photographer is going to be one of the most important decisions you'll make for your wedding day -- after all, it's the photos that live on forever. No pressure, right? But when it comes to wedding photography, unless you know what you're looking for, finding the right photographer can feel extremely challenging and overwhelming. Which is why we're chatting with wedding photographer, Jenny DeMarco, to help us break it down for you -- photography shooting and editing styles, top questions to ask, and more. Guest Info: Website: jennydemarco.com Instagram: @jennydemarco Mo...2021-10-0437 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastFinding Your Emotional StyleTime to do the heart work for your wedding! Did you know that we all have our own emotional style? And it plays a really important role in how not only we plan our wedding, but how we communicate our wedding day vision and expectations to our partner and vendors. I chatted with Leah Weinberg, wedding planner at Color Pop Events and author of The Wedding Roller Coaster. We dive into all the feels, from conversations you and your partner need to be having, to how to handle family altercations and how (and exactly what) you should...2021-10-0431 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWays to Use Your Wedding to Give BackDid you know that you can make a social impact with your wedding? There are so many ways to be intentional during your wedding planning process, from your registry, to selecting your vendor team, even the materials that you use. Husband-and-wife wedding photography team Kate and John Neal of Kate Neal Photography were so inspired by stories of wedding pros helping their clients make these efforts that they launched The Giving Party Podcast, where they interview industry pros who do just that. So we interviewed them to pick their brain on everything that they've learned! Guest Info: ...2021-09-0727 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastHow to Use TikTok to Plan Your WeddingWhile you may most often find yourself falling down that viral challenge rabbit hole, did you realize that TikTok is actually a gold mine for wedding ideas and inspiration? We are discussing all the ways that you can use the platform. From finding vendors, bookmarking DIY videos - even touring some of your favorite venues. After tuning in to this episode with special guest Phil Van Nostrand, you'll be mastering the art of TikTok wedding planning. And be sure to follow us on TikTok @LoveIncMag! Guest Info: Website: phllipvn.com Instagram: @phillipvnweddings Ti...2021-08-1630 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastTips for Finding the Best Wedding Planner for Your EventA wedding planner can save so much sanity, but finding the best one for your event is a delicate balance of budget, personality and style, so we've asked Boston-based wedding planner Renée Sabo of Urban Soirée to share tips on finding the best wedding planner for your event. Guest Info: Website: urbansoireeboston.com Instagram: @urban_soiree More from Love Inc.: Buy the magazine Follow us on Instagram Read the blog2021-08-1148 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastDiscussing Racism in the Wedding IndustryThe topic we're addressing today is a topic that may be at the forefront of conversation in our current landscape but it's obviously been a longstanding issue. We're talking about racism, and the racial bias that occurs in the wedding industry, with award-winning floral designer Bron Hansboro. We'll go over how you, as the couple, can be anti-racist with your wedding planning choices such as your venue choice, vendor lists and registries. Anti-Racism Non-Profits to Support: NAACP Color of Change National CARES Mentoring Movement Guest Info: Website: theflowerguybron.com; ethosforus.c...2021-08-0240 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastYou're Married! How to Get Your Wedding Published in a Wedding PublicationYou've no doubt spent months pinning other people's weddings. But now you're married, and you've had your wedding. Have you ever thought about having your celebration featured? Wedding publications like Love Inc. are submitted hundreds of weddings a month. And as editors, we have to sift through all of those amazing love stories to pick which ones we feel are best for our audiences. So how can you make sure your wedding gets picked up? There's definitely a science to it, and we're chatting with Meghan Ely of OFD Consulting who is an expert in the world of...2021-07-2648 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastHow to Make Your Wedding Stationery InclusiveWe're diving into the traditions of wedding stationery - both the good, and the bad - and how you can adapt yours to make sure all of your guests feel valued. From pronouns to proper titles, and even some tips on where you can open up that inclusive communication in an organic manner - this is an episode you won't want to miss with our guest Jordan Kentris, stationer at A Good Day. Guest Info: Website: agoodayinc.com Instagram: @agooddayinc More from Love Inc.: Buy the magazine Follow us on Instagram2021-07-1924 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastLegal Lingo: Deciphering Wedding ContractsToday we're chatting about a not-so-sexy, but deeply necessary, side of wedding planning: CONTRACTS. Our guest for today's episode is Kunbi Odubogun, a lawyer and wedding industry publisher (so literally the perfect person to ask!) and she's guiding us on what to look for in a contract so that you know what you're doing before signing on the dotted line. Guest Info: Website: Legally Set, Perfete Instagram: @legallyset, @kunbiesq, @perfete More from Love Inc.: Buy the magazine Follow us on Instagram Read the blog2021-07-1236 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWhat Is a Microwedding and Should You Have One?Microweddings were on the rise pre-COVID, but the pandemic certainly skyrocketed them into mainstream. But what exactly constitutes a microwedding, how do you know it's the right fit for you, and how can you bring that big-wedding style to your small event? We have the answers to all of that and more during our interview with small weddings expert and planner Gretchen Culver of Rocket Science Events. Guest Info: Website: Rocket Science Events, Minne Weddings Instagram: @tinyweddingsmpls More from Love Inc.: Buy the magazine Follow us on Instagram Re...2021-07-0548 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastTips for Livestreaming Your WeddingOne of the many trends that were born out of necessity during COVID is livestreaming for weddings. Livestreaming technology had obviously been around pre-pandemic, but the need for it during COVID skyrocketed it to a popular option for pandemic weddings, and now with even Grandma knowing how to do use Zoom, it will continue to be an option for couples for years to come. There will always be loved ones who cannot make it to the wedding, whether it's because they're elderly, sick, have kids, etc., so having a livestreaming option for them to tune in allows g...2021-06-2836 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastNavigating the Wedding Guest Experience in a Post-Pandemic WorldWe're kicking off Season 2 of Inclusively Yours with wedding industry legend, event planner Amy Shey Jacobs of Chandelier Events. We have made it out on the other side of the pandemic and weddings are BACK ON! But everyone still has varying degrees of comfort, so it's important for couples to keep that in mind as they plan their event. Guest Info: Website: https://www.chandeliereventsny.com/ Instagram: @ChandelierEvent More from Love Inc.: Buy the magazine Follow us on Instagram Read the blog2021-06-2141 min
Weddings Unveiled with Leah Haslage#LoveIsLove- The Importance of Inclusivity and Equality-Minded Wedding Pros with Love Inc.'s Brittny DryeBrittny Drye, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Love Inc., shares with us why it was important for her to create a truly inclusive publication, and how her Love Lists help same sex couples find equality-minded vendors.“...even though we do have marriage equality, there's still a lot of work that needs to be done in the wedding space. Specifically, a lot of wedding pros still discriminate unfortunately. A lot of wedding pros still need education on marketing to LGBTQ+ couples. So, there's definitely still a need for that inclusive angle and that inclusive lens on the wedding con...2021-06-0220 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWellness & WeddingsWhether it's emotional, mental or physical, wellness and weddings go hand-in-hand. But the expert we're talking to today was really the first planner to bring the two together. Jose Rolon is a leading New York City planner who understands the importance of wellness, especially during the planning process, and actually incorporates it into his client services.Today he's sharing the top sources of stress, how to combat them, and even revealing a few tricks he has up his sleeve for calming his couples on the big day. LINKS: http://www.joserolonevents.com...2019-11-0726 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastEverything You Need to Know About Proposing!We're chatting with Meghan Brown, director of the popular proposal planning site How They Asked, and revealing everything you need to know about popping the question, giving you all of the options so that you can decide what suits your own individual love story. LINKS Website: howtheyasked.com Instagram: @howtheyasked, @meghan_sb Lasting, a Relationship Counseling App: https://www.getlasting.com Inclusively Yours Episode #3: What to Do Immediately After Getting Engaged Favorite Proposal Vendors: Flytographer The Yes Girls Pro...2019-10-2418 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastHeteronormativity in the Wedding Industry If you've been engaged for more than even five minutes, you've probably already noticed that the wedding industry is extremely heteronormative. The language that so many wedding pros use, and the hetero assumptions that they make, make it uncomfortable at best for LGBTQ+ couples who are going through the planning process. And look, I get we still have a long, long way to go. And sure, it can be expected in more rural parts of the country, but this is even a problem in more progressive cities like New York and Los Angeles. And that's what we're t...2019-10-0821 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastReal Wedding Story: Michael and Matt Now up until this point, I've been chatting with industry experts, but today's episode is a little different. Michael and Matt are our first real couple guest and these travel bloggers have a truly unique love story that actually started on YouTube, believe it or not. These travel-obsessed husbands live in Portland,Oregon. They were married in June, 2018 and are here to share their love story. LINKS: Website: https://www.michaelandmatt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelandmatt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MatthewSc...2019-10-0841 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWhat to do Immediately After Getting EngagedDid you know that the weeks between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day are known as engagement season? Yeah. It's because more than 700,000 couples will be getting engaged during these months. I mean, think about it - you're around family, lots of good feelings. It's a good recipe for a proposal, right? So if you're one of the lucky ones who are making the plunge, or you have a hunch that you might be - there are a few to-do's post-proposal, before you dive full on into wedding planning mode. And that's what we're going to chat about today. 2019-10-0810 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastWedding Venue Budget-Saving TipsInclusively Yours is an equality-minded wedding planning podcast, brought to you by the leading inclusive wedding publication Love Inc. Magazine. Choosing a venue is perhaps one of the biggest — if not the biggest decisions that you're going to make for your wedding day. The venue's availability can dictate your actual wedding date, and its style can play a huge role in your overall aesthetic. And because of this, it needs to be one of the first decisions that you make during your planning process … and it's usually one of the most expensive. But it doesn't have to be...2019-10-0818 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastEverything You Need to Know About ElopementsInclusively Yours is an equality-minded wedding planning podcast, brought to you by the leading inclusive wedding publication Love Inc. Magazine. When it comes to the real wedding features that we share on loveincmag.com, we like to focus more on the love stories rather than all the pretty details. So that actually allows us to feature a lot of elopements, which can span from City Hall to exotic destinations. And you know one thing I've noticed, is that elopements are really on the rise. So for today's episode, I wanted to bring on a guest who is...2019-10-0818 min
Inclusively Yours - A Wedding Planning PodcastInclusively Yours TrailerIntroducing the equality-minded wedding planning podcast, Inclusively Yours!2019-10-0302 min