Get Wedded In Wonderland

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Get Wedded in Wonderland is your go-to podcast for all things wedding - brought to you by Wedded Wonderland. Each episode features unfiltered conversations with brides-to-be, newlyweds, high-profile influencers, and some of the biggest names in the wedding and events industry. They'll share their real stories, best-kept secrets, and must-know advice. Whether you're dreaming up your big day or deep in the details, this podcast delivers weekly inspiration, planning tips, and insider access to the world of weddings — all with a touch of Wonderland magic. 

  1. 12h ago

    Behind the Scenes of Planning a Destination Wedding | It's Not What You Think

    Luxury weddings aren’t just about beautiful styling, they’re about expert planning, trusted suppliers and making hundreds of decisions before the celebration even begins. Welcome back to Get Wedded in Wonderland, where Wendy El-Khoury speaks with the planners, designers and industry leaders shaping luxury weddings and destination celebrations. In this episode, Wendy is joined by Mandi Turner, founder of Ivy & Bleu, to discuss luxury wedding planning, realistic budgets, trusted suppliers and the logistics behind multi-day and destination weddings. They also explore hotel wedding trends, social media overwhelm, wedding privacy, industry commissions and why the right planner can make the entire experience feel seamless. In this episode:  - Mandi Turner’s journey from stylist and florist to founder of Ivy Bleu - Why hotel weddings and multi-day celebrations are rising again - How planners turn social media inspiration into a realistic wedding vision - Why destination weddings are driven by logistics, not just aesthetics - The importance of consultations, transparent pricing and trusted suppliers - Commissions, kickbacks and transparency in the wedding industry - Why the right planner can remove stress before couples even notice a problem - Mandi’s Wedded World experience and the value of industry community Timestamps 00:00 Meet Mandi Turner and the Story Behind Ivy Bleu 02:29 Why Hotel Weddings and After-Parties Are Returning 05:01 Multi-Day Weddings, Cultural Celebrations and Creating Unforgettable Guest Experiences 08:23 Turning Thousands of Saved Images Into One Wedding Vision 09:25 Why Destination Weddings Are Mostly Logistics 11:18 Consultations, Wedding Budgets and Realistic Expectations 19:06 Trust, Social Media and Choosing the Right Wedding Team 26:35 Wedding Privacy, NDAs, Commissions and Kickbacks 29:20 How Wedded Wonderland Helps Couples Find Trusted Wedding Professionals 31:36 Transparency, Commissions and Choosing the Right Vendors 36:15 What Great Planners Handle Behind the Scenes and Mandi’s Wedded World Experience CONNECT & FOLLOW Connect with Wendy El-Khoury Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_elkhoury LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-daoud-el-khoury-8614564b/ Follow Wedded Wonderland Website: https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ Connect with Mandi Turner & Ivy Bleu Website: https://ivyandbleu.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivybleu.com.au/ Subscribe for more conversations with global wedding professionals, founders, creators and industry leaders. PLANNING YOUR CELEBRATION? Discover the exceptional wedding professionals and venues featured throughout Wedded World and across the Wedded Wonderland community. Explore our curated directory: Directory Vendors: https://weddedwonderland.com/search?t...  Venues: https://weddedwonderland.com/search?t…  Follow Wedded Wonderland: Website: https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wedded.wonderland

  2. Jul 20

    From Wedding to Baby Shower: Erin Holland on Motherhood, IVF & Life's Biggest Milestones

    Your Wedding Is Just the Beginning | How Wedded Concierge Supports Every Life Milestone Welcome back to Get Wedded in Wonderland, where we sit down with the people shaping the wedding, luxury events and lifestyle industries. In this episode, Wendy El-Khoury is joined by television presenter, model and longtime friend of Wedded Wonderland, Erin Holland. After working together on Erin's wedding during COVID, the conversation comes full circle as Wedded Concierge helps bring her baby shower to life following a five-year fertility journey. Together they discuss weddings, IVF, motherhood, trusting creatives, planning milestone celebrations, and why life's biggest moments deserve to be celebrated. In this episode: -Erin's five-year fertility journey -Planning a baby shower after IVF -Erin Holland's journey from bride to motherhood  -Why luxury celebrations don't end with the wedding  -Why milestone celebrations matter -How Wedded Concierge removes the stress of planning  -Why trusting the right team changes everything -Why trust is everything -From weddings to baby showers, birthdays and beyond Timestamps: 00:00 Your wedding is just the beginning 01:01 Erin Holland's Wedded Wonderland journey 03:23 From wedding to baby shower 05:28 Why Wedded Concierge exists 06:43 Planning life's biggest milestones 08:36 How trust removes the stress 10:17 Why celebrations matter 12:23 Let creatives do what they do best 13:23 Social media pressure around weddings 16:12 Planning with inspiration vs reality 18:44 Budgeting for milestone celebrations 21:56 Creating unforgettable guest experiences 23:20 Erin's journey to motherhood 27:02 One world. Infinite celebrations. Connect with Erin Holland Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/erinvholland/ Connect with Wendy El-Khoury Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wendy_elkhoury LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-daoud-el-khoury-8614564b/ Follow Wedded Wonderland Website:  https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ Subscribe for more conversations with global wedding professionals, founders, creators and industry leaders. Planning Your Celebration? Discover the exceptional wedding professionals and venues featured throughout Wedded World and across the Wedded Wonderland community. Explore our curated directory: Vendors: https://weddedwonderland.com/search?tab=vendors Venues: https://weddedwonderland.com/search?tab=venues Follow Wedded Wonderland: Website: https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wedded.wonderland

  3. Jul 12

    How to Choose the Perfect Engagement Ring | Expert Tips Every Couple Should Know

    Welcome to another episode of Get Wedded in Wonderland, where we sit down with the people shaping the future of weddings. Choosing an engagement ring is about so much more than diamonds. In this episode, Wendy El-Khoury sits down with Lisa, co-founder of Amare Jewellery, to explore what couples should really consider before purchasing one of the most meaningful pieces they'll ever own. From lab-grown vs natural diamonds and ethical sourcing to custom design, proposals, and creating jewellery with intention, this conversation is filled with practical advice and heartfelt insights for modern couples. In this episode: How to choose the right engagement ringLab-grown vs natural diamondsWhy every couple should ask "What's important to you?"Designing custom engagement ringsProposal trends in 2026Why connection matters more than transactionsThe emotional power of jewelleryLisa's inspiring personal story and how it shaped Amare Jewellery 00:00 Why engagement rings are more than jewellery 00:46 Meet Lisa from Amare Jewellery 01:32 The love story behind Amare 04:12 How custom engagement rings are created 06:40 Lab-grown vs natural diamonds 08:35 The biggest mistake couples make 10:05 Why asking "What's important to you?" changes everything 11:30 Why practice rings are a brilliant idea 14:30 Timeless jewellery vs trends 20:35 How much should an engagement ring cost? 24:45 Why education matters when buying jewellery 26:15 Proposal trends and modern couples 29:55 Lisa's inspiring personal journey 39:45 Building a business with purpose Follow Wedded Wonderland Website: https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ Subscribe for more conversations with the world's leading wedding professionals. Connect with Wendy El-Khoury Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_elkhoury LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-daoud-el-khoury-8614564b/ Explore Amaree Jewellery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amareejewellery/ Website: https://amaree.com.au/ Looking for your dream wedding vendor? Visit Wedded Wonderland,  the world's leading luxury wedding platform guiding couples worldwide, wherever love takes them. Subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode!  #CustomEngagementRing #LabGrownDiamond #BespokeJewellery #EthicalJewellery #EngagementRing #WeddingJewellery #AmariJewellery #WeddedWonderland #WeddingPodcast #LuxuryWedding #EngagementRingGuide #CustomWeddingRing  Follow Wedded Wonderland: Website: https://weddedwonderland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedwonderland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wedded.wonderland

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Get Wedded in Wonderland is your go-to podcast for all things wedding - brought to you by Wedded Wonderland. Each episode features unfiltered conversations with brides-to-be, newlyweds, high-profile influencers, and some of the biggest names in the wedding and events industry. They'll share their real stories, best-kept secrets, and must-know advice. Whether you're dreaming up your big day or deep in the details, this podcast delivers weekly inspiration, planning tips, and insider access to the world of weddings — all with a touch of Wonderland magic.