Unbridely - Modern Wedding Planning Camille Abbott

There’s a saying in the wedding industry: “if you don’t have a venue booked, you don’t have a wedding date”. It’s all about putting a where to your why.
If you, like me, have decided to plan your own wedding and can't afford to take advantage of a professional wedding planner’s immense knowledge, experience and contacts list, then you want to go into the search for your wedding venue with your eyes wide open.
I have created a checklist for you to go through with each of your wedding venues so you know that you are asking the right questions and recording the answers so you don’t forget them too! And you can DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE WEDDING VENUE BOOKING CHECKLIST PDF HERE.
But today you’re going to learn about 5 extra questions. 5 Qs that are over and above the basic, but are pretty important when it comes to you and your guests, enjoyment, safety, ease of setup and matching your vision with the reality of what your venue can truly offer and will look like with your budget in mind. 


RESOURCES
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE WEDDING VENUE BOOKING CHECKLIST PDF
Tita Ascencio Celebrant from Por Vida Ceremonies
Planner and Stylist Emily from The Modern Approach


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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Unbridely’s ebook How To Write Wedding Vows That Don’t Suck 
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Is A Seating Chart Absolutely Necessary For Your Wedding? 
The short answer is, it depends.
While I know that’s not what you want to hear, it’s pretty freeing when you work out that ultimately, it is up to you, your fiancé and just a few other considerations as well.
Today, I’m going to teach you:
·    the pros and cons of having allocated seating and a seating chart, escort cards or place cards for your wedding reception,
·    the pros and cons of having an unallocated seating arrangement where your family and friends can choose where they want to sit and with whom, and finally,
·    the 3 things you need to consider before you decide on which way is best for you, your fiancé and your guests. 


Resources Mentioned:
Unbridely Pinterest Board: Wedding Seating Plan & Escort Cards


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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool all in one.


Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.


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What do you think the most frequently repeated sentence about weddings is?
I reckon I know what it is: “It all goes by so fast”.
One of the most lasting ways to preserve your memories, emotions, thoughts and ideas is by writing it down. 
Today, I want to smash through the bullet journalling bullshit and the wedding binder bollocks and share with you:
-     the benefits and why you might want to journal during your engagement and wedding planning (HINT: it is SUPER worth your time)
-      how bullet journalling and wedding binders aren’t worth your time
-      the Unbridely way to journal (it’s non-restrictive and VERY simple). 
And stay listening to the end for a special Sassy surprise that I think you’re going to love. 


Resources: 


PositivePhsychology.com: 5 Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
Ep1: About Unbridely + 3 little known secrets to your best wedding celebration
Ep15: The 3 biggest wedding planning time sucks (and how to avoid them) with WedSites
Journalling About Stressful Events: Effects Of Cognitive Processing and Emotional Expression
SassmouthAU: Unbridely Wedding Journals & Notebooks



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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by the Unbridely Couples private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/unbridelycouples
Are you engaged to be married and need planning advice, want to talk something out or share your wedding stories?
If you’re looking for a like-minded community of modern engaged couples join us in the Unbridely Couples Facebook group! 🙋


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Last week in EP82, I broke down everything you need to consider, the pros and cons, before you decide to host your wedding in either your, or a very easygoing and generous friend or family member’s, backyard.
And today I’m going to share with you the task list that you will need to work through to make this magic happen with the least amount of angst, stress and sleepless nights possible, including gold nuggets of backyard wedding planning advice from couples who have already done it themselves.
And make sure you stay listening until the end for some additional expert tips from planner, coordinator and stylist of 12 years, Nicole Bailey, of Your Event Plannery.


RESOURCES
EP82: How To Work Out If A Charming Backyard Wedding Is For You
Your Event Plannery


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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by Unbridely’s ebook How To Write Wedding Vows That Don’t Suck 
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds


This is for YOU if you want to write the unique and heartfelt wedding vows your fiancé deserves, but don't know where to start. 🤔
AND want to get it done in 20 minutes or less. 💪


Grab your instant pdf download of the Unbridely ebook 'How To Write Wedding Vows That Don't Suck' for just $27 now! 🧡
https://unbridely.com/shop/htwwvtds
 
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Backyard weddings are back in a big way this season. 
And many engaged couples, or a generous friend or relative, with a decent size outdoor area, are considering planning their wedding in a backyard.
There are heaps of benefits to planning your wedding in a familiar, accessible, meaningful and flexible venue.
From the intimacy of keeping your loved ones physically close to you and spending more time with them to the relaxed atmosphere and convenience, backyard weddings seem to be an easy choice.
But while deciding to have your wedding in your own or a relative's backyard can on the surface to be a brilliant plan, it requires very careful consideration and a weighing up of what it means in reality.
Today I’ll teach you: 
some of the most common misconceptions about backyard weddings, andthe things you need to work out, work through and assess first. And then in part 2 of our special on backyard weddings which (published on Tuesday 9 April 2024), I’ll share your checklist for what you’ll need to arrange, order, plan and coordinate to pull your backyard wedding dream together. 


 
Resources Mentioned:


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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool all in one.


Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.


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Recently, I've been chatting with some wedding planners and venue owners about the wedding vendor code and how it can impact engaged couples, just like you, as you go about choosing, booking in, questioning and receiving the products and services that are presented to you. 
I want you to be aware of some of the downfalls that the vendor code has so you can make sure you are getting the full story about your vendors’ capabilities, capacity and professionalism. 
I'd love to share with you today, first of all, what the wedding vendor code is, and secondly, the red flags you should be keeping your eye out for that might suggest that someone does not have your best interests at heart. 


Resources: 
Ep70: How To Book The Best Wedding Vendors For Your Style, Budget, and Personalities

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This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by the Unbridely Couples private Facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/unbridelycouples
Are you engaged to be married and need planning advice, want to talk something out or share your wedding stories?
If you’re looking for a like-minded community of modern engaged couples join us in the Unbridely Couples Facebook group! 🙋


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Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.







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