There is plenty of information about wedding planning, how to find a dress, picking a venue but what happens on the actual wedding day? What actually goes down? Yes you know your having a ceremony but what is it actually like? Yes you know you have to cut the cake but what actually happens? We are bringing a series to you that is going to focus primarily on the actual wedding day. Website Your Day Your Way Coordintors Coordinatorshttps://yourdayyourwaycoordinators.com/signature-offerings/ Instagram Your Day Your Way Coordinatorshttps://www.instagram.com/yourdayyourwaycoordinators/?hl=en In this episode of *What I Wish You Knew About Your Wedding*, I sit down with a professional wedding planner, Shanee, "Your Day Your Way Wedding Coordinators" Founder, Lead Wedding Planner and Coordinator to answer the real questions couples are afraid to ask — what vendors you actually need, where splurges truly matter, and what planning decisions cause the most stress later. We break down which vendors couples regret skipping, the most underrated hires that drastically reduce overwhelm, and what truly elevates the guest experience without blowing your budget. We also dive into practical planning advice you won’t find on Pinterest or Facebook. From creating an emergency weather plan for summer and rainy weddings, to understanding what venues should provide versus what couples must bring themselves, this episode covers what’s worth buying, what’s not, and how to avoid costly surprises. You’ll learn what couples consistently forget to budget for, which “optional” expenses end up being game-changers, and how to cut costs without sacrificing quality. If you want a wedding that feels personal — not cookie-cutter — we share creative, affordable ways to add personality while keeping your timeline intact. We talk about guest experience moments that leave a lasting impression, big gestures guests actually notice, and timeline mistakes that derail wedding days more than anything else. Plus, we cover vendor red flags, must-ask venue questions, family pressure, preventable planning arguments, and the one piece of advice every engaged couple needs before they start planning. We also highlight top wedding venues in Redlands, California, including which are best for certain styes of weddings and feel. If you’re engaged, overwhelmed, busy, or just want honest wedding planning advice from someone who’s seen it all, this episode is for you. Keywords: wedding planning podcast, wedding planner advice, vendors to hire for a wedding, wedding budget tips, guest experience wedding, Redlands CA wedding venues, wedding timeline mistakes, wedding planning stress, must ask venue questions, emergency wedding kit, real wedding advice
