Who is going to do all the talking at your wedding? Default seems to most often be your wedding DJ or Band Leader.  Another option we see sometimes is a friend or family member who's "good on the mic". But did you know that you could also have a Professional Emcee? Artem and I talk about the pros and cons to the decision that you make here.  Let me tell you - there are some considerable notes that come up during this episode that I didn't even think of with 20 years of weddings behind me.  My eyes are wide open after this episode.Find Artem hereListen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFYPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to our rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Who is going to do all the talking at your wedding? Default seems to most often be your wedding DJ or Band Leader.  Another option we see sometimes is a friend or family member who's "good on the mic". But did you know that you could also have a Professional Emcee? Artem and I talk about the pros and cons to the decision that you make here.  Let me tell you - there are some considerable notes that come up during this episode that I didn't even think of with 20 years of weddings behind me.  My eyes are wide open after this episode. Find Artem <a href="http://ArtemLomaz.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to our rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That Wedding Decision: Pro MC, DJ/Band Leader or Friend (amateur)

This one is for the can't dancers.  I can't dance.  Kelly James (my husband) can't either.  But that doesn't keep us off the dance floor. Luckily for you, I learned about BetterSway online dance studios and you never have to worry about your 1st dance ever again.  In this eye opening episode, Christy, Allen and I discussed everything there is to know about the decision to take dance classes in person or MAGICALLY learn how to look better on the dance floor right in your living room. Find BetterSway hereListen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFYPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to our rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This one is for the can't dancers.  I can't dance.  Kelly James (my husband) can't either.  But that doesn't keep us off the dance floor. Luckily for you, I learned about BetterSway online dance studios and you never have to worry about your 1st dance ever again.  In this eye opening episode, Christy, Allen and I discussed everything there is to know about the decision to take dance classes in person or MAGICALLY learn how to look better on the dance floor right in your living room.  Find BetterSway<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.bettersway.com/weddings&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1647092115731689&amp;usg=AOvVaw3dOfO4BCl9G6aWmGMub5bV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a> Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to our rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That Wedding Decision: In person vs Online Dance Lessons

Have you started booking or interviewing your wedding vendors and creative partners?  Have you received quotes, proposals or agreements? Have you followed up with everyone who you've reached out to?  That's what we are talking about today.  Your decision to "Ghost", offer feedback, offer your decision or return for more questions.  This is a touchy subject; but one that we in the wedding industry would love for you to put some thought into.Today, we are joined by Ivan Wognin of Ivan Amssan Photography Co. This 2021 Top 5 Red River Valley Photographer, leads a wedding photography and education collective serving in Fargo, North Dakota, and worldwide!  Being a true extrovert and lover of people,  Ivan believes in serving others from an intentional and relationally driven place. Most days, you can find him doing two things: providing newly engaged couples with valuable tips for a laid-back and present-filled day, and helping photographers build a brand on social media. When he's not serving in his business, he is likely getting a bowl of zeppoles from Olive Garden!Find Ivan hereListen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFYPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to our rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Have you started booking or interviewing your wedding vendors and creative partners?  Have you received quotes, proposals or agreements? Have you followed up with everyone who you've reached out to?  That's what we are talking about today.  Your decision to "Ghost", offer feedback, offer your decision or return for more questions.  This is a touchy subject; but one that we in the wedding industry would love for you to put some thought into. Today, we are joined by Ivan Wognin of Ivan Amssan Photography Co. This 2021 Top 5 Red River Valley Photographer, leads a wedding photography and education collective serving in Fargo, North Dakota, and worldwide!  Being a true extrovert and lover of people,  Ivan believes in serving others from an intentional and relationally driven place. Most days, you can find him doing two things: providing newly engaged couples with valuable tips for a laid-back and present-filled day, and helping photographers build a brand on social media. When he's not serving in his business, he is likely getting a bowl of zeppoles from Olive Garden! Find Ivan <a href="http://Ivanamssanphoto.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to our rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That Wedding Decision: to Ghost, Offer Feedback or Ask Questions

If there's 1 thing that the  last few years have taught us in the wedding world its that anything and everything is now up for discussion.  What once was traditional is open to interpretation. Including the kind of wedding that you are contemplating. In this episode Gretchen of Rocket Science events and I talk about what to expect and to put into consideration when it comes to making the decision to have what used to be considered a traditional wedding vs a mini wedding or eloping.Gretchen Culver is the creative mind behind Minneapolis’ go-to design and planning firm,Rocket Science Events, but her business prowess doesn’t stop there. In 2020, she opened thedoors to Minne Weddings, a brand that provides stylish and affordable micro-weddings, as away to meet her clients’ evolving demands for small-but-significant celebrations. Her knack for identifying client pain points and solving problems has propelled Minne Weddings to the top of her market.Named one of the “30 Under 40 to Watch” by Special Events and recognized as a top planner by BRIDES and Martha Stewart Weddings, Gretchen’s award-winning work has been featured in magazines, online, and on television.Find Gretchen hereListen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFYPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to our rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

If there's 1 thing that the  last few years have taught us in the wedding world its that anything and everything is now up for discussion.  What once was traditional is open to interpretation. Including the kind of wedding that you are contemplating. In this episode Gretchen of Rocket Science events and I talk about what to expect and to put into consideration when it comes to making the decision to have what used to be considered a traditional wedding vs a mini wedding or eloping. Gretchen Culver is the creative mind behind Minneapolis’ go-to design and planning firm, Rocket Science Events, but her business prowess doesn’t stop there. In 2020, she opened the doors to Minne Weddings, a brand that provides stylish and affordable micro-weddings, as a way to meet her clients’ evolving demands for small-but-significant celebrations. Her knack for identifying client pain points and solving problems has propelled Minne Weddings to the top of her market. Named one of the “30 Under 40 to Watch” by Special Events and recognized as a top planner by BRIDES and Martha Stewart Weddings, Gretchen’s award-winning work has been featured in magazines, online, and on television. Find Gretchen <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://minneweddings.com&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1647092707609650&amp;usg=AOvVaw3UJsEuwxOxpdx1KO84ROAt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to our rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That Wedding Decision: Traditional, Mini or Elope?

If you haven't listened to part ONE yet, be sure to do so - it is packed with insight!Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast.  "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite people at their weddings.  During this season we have also learned what we like, love, and would do differently to celebrate our big day.   While attending weddings and simultaneously planning our own, we have the exciting  perspective of sharing things that couples might not think about while they’re drowning in decision fatigue.  We could not be more excited to share and help other engaged couples make decisions about the details of their day they may have scooted past. We are getting married on Captiva Island on February 26th 2022.  Kelly is OBVIOUSLY our planner.  We have participated in so many weddings, and specifically this summer we have either been guests, a bridesmaid, the officiant, or the best man in a wedding."Lance and I took total advantage and asked all the questions we were dying to know and they gave up all the goods!Maighdlin &amp; Derek: THANK YOU SO MUCH! Also, co-host for these 2 bonus episodes...everyone's favorite co-host LANCE IS BACK!Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFYPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to our rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

If you haven't listened to part ONE yet, be sure to do so - it is packed with insight! Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast.  "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite people at their weddings.  During this season we have also learned what we like, love, and would do differently to celebrate our big day.   While attending weddings and simultaneously planning our own, we have the exciting  perspective of sharing things that couples might not think about while they’re drowning in decision fatigue.  We could not be more excited to share and help other engaged couples make decisions about the details of their day they may have scooted past. We are getting married on Captiva Island on February 26th 2022.  Kelly is OBVIOUSLY our planner.  We have participated in so many weddings, and specifically this summer we have either been guests, a bridesmaid, the officiant, or the best man in a wedding." Lance and I took total advantage and asked all the questions we were dying to know and they gave up all the goods! Maighdlin &amp; Derek: THANK YOU SO MUCH!  Also, co-host for these 2 bonus episodes...everyone's favorite co-host LANCE IS BACK! Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to our rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That: Being in a Wedding vs Planning Your Wedding vs Being a Guest Pt 2

Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast.  "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite people at their weddings.  During this season we have also learned what we like, love, and would do differently to celebrate our big day.   While attending weddings and simultaneously planning our own, we have the exciting  perspective of sharing things that couples might not think about while they’re drowning in decision fatigue.  We could not be more excited to share and help other engaged couples make decisions about the details of their day they may have scooted past. We are getting married on Captiva Island on February 26th 2022.  Kelly is OBVIOUSLY our planner.  We have participated in so many weddings, and specifically this summer we have either been guests, a bridesmaid, the officiant, or the best man in a wedding."Lance and I took total advantage and asked all the questions we were dying to know and they gave up all the goods!Maighdlin &amp; Derek: THANK YOU SO MUCH! Also, co-host for these 2 bonus episodes...everyone's favorite co-host LANCE IS BACK!Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  SPOTIFY Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Derek and Maighdlin are getting married in February 2022 and we could not be more excited to have them as "wedding guests" on the podcast.  "As we anticipate our big day, we have had the opportunity to help celebrate with our favorite people at their weddings.  During this season we have also learned what we like, love, and would do differently to celebrate our big day.   While attending weddings and simultaneously planning our own, we have the exciting  perspective of sharing things that couples might not think about while they’re drowning in decision fatigue.  We could not be more excited to share and help other engaged couples make decisions about the details of their day they may have scooted past. We are getting married on Captiva Island on February 26th 2022.  Kelly is OBVIOUSLY our planner.  We have participated in so many weddings, and specifically this summer we have either been guests, a bridesmaid, the officiant, or the best man in a wedding." Lance and I took total advantage and asked all the questions we were dying to know and they gave up all the goods! Maighdlin &amp; Derek: THANK YOU SO MUCH!  Also, co-host for these 2 bonus episodes...everyone's favorite co-host LANCE IS BACK! Listen to all your podcasts &amp; leave a 5 star review on  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2qhiFbZ6XjzUb91XAcqDwl?si=a5cb91f1557145a8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SPOTIFY</a> Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That: Being in a Wedding vs Planning Your Wedding vs Being a Guest

When you hire your photographer and videographer you'll likely have to decide on the number of hours you would like covered.  You don't necessarily have to cover your entire day start to finish, but you'll want to decide if you want coverage early in the day while you are getting ready or if you'd like coverage until you exit for the evening.  In this episode, photographer Lynne Reznick and I discuss the pros and cons of both.Lynne is an educator-turned-photographer whose own love story and marriage inspires her to document the love of other soulmates. She's a hybrid photographer who supports couples throughout the planning process and artfully captures each wedding day in timeless imagery. Named ILEA Boston's Top Photographer in 2020, she has been featured in Wedding Sparrow, Rangefinder Magazine, Boston Weddings Magazine, and more. Always an educator at heart, Lynne is committed to building opportunities for connection and learning within the wedding industry and beyond. She enjoys leading in-person workshops and recently launched her first online course, The Wedding Client Experience Academy, to help industry creatives deliver impeccable service to their couples.Listen to all your podcasts &amp;leave a 5 star review is the GOODPODS appPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

When you hire your photographer and videographer you'll likely have to decide on the number of hours you would like covered.  You don't necessarily have to cover your entire day start to finish, but you'll want to decide if you want coverage early in the day while you are getting ready or if you'd like coverage until you exit for the evening.  In this episode, <a href="http://lynnereznickphotography.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">photographer Lynne Reznick</a> and I discuss the pros and cons of both. Lynne is an educator-turned-photographer whose own love story and marriage inspires her to document the love of other soulmates. She's a hybrid photographer who supports couples throughout the planning process and artfully captures each wedding day in timeless imagery. Named ILEA Boston's Top Photographer in 2020, she has been featured in Wedding Sparrow, Rangefinder Magazine, Boston Weddings Magazine, and more. Always an educator at heart, Lynne is committed to building opportunities for connection and learning within the wedding industry and beyond. She enjoys leading in-person workshops and recently launched her first online course, The Wedding Client Experience Academy, to help industry creatives deliver impeccable service to their couples. Listen to all your podcasts &amp;leave a 5 star review is the <a href="https://goodpods.app.link/ay8refg5vkb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GOODPODS</a> app Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

This vs That: Photo & Video for Getting Ready vs Late Night

If you're going to tell your guests where to sit at your wedding reception, you have to let them know what table to go to and maybe what seat to sit in at the table.  I had the pleasure of talking to Jordan about ways  you can turn a tedious task into a genuine gesture. It's a chance to be creative, unique and elevate your guests experience.  We'll also remind you of the different kinds of cards: place cards, escort cards, seating charts, etcA USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER BY TRADE, JORDAN’S BACKGROUND IN ART AND DESIGN ISN’T JUST PROFESSIONAL—it’s been a deep-seated passion for as long as he can remember. After years in the advertising industry working in web design and user experience with major brands like Pepsi, Visa, Toyota, and Mercedes, Jordan knew it was time he took his creativity offline so he could get his hands dirty. Out of that realization, he launched a custom brooch business which, ultimately, evolved into wedding stationery, perfectly marrying his experience in digital design with his love for crafting.Thus, his boutique design firm, A Good Day, was born to serve planners and their couples eclectic, one-of-a-kind stationery that establishes a unique brand for each event. From save-the-dates and invitations to day-of signage and menus, Jordan draws inspiration from his diverse array of interests spanning fashion, architecture, interior design, and film to curate an aesthetic that perfectly matches each clients’ vision for their celebration.Listen to all your podcasts &amp;leave a 5 star review is the GOODPODS appPlaces to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

If you're going to tell your guests where to sit at your wedding reception, you have to let them know what table to go to and maybe what seat to sit in at the table.  I had the pleasure of talking to Jordan about ways  you can turn a tedious task into a genuine gesture. It's a chance to be creative, unique and elevate your guests experience.  We'll also remind you of the different kinds of cards: place cards, escort cards, seating charts, etc A USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER BY TRADE, JORDAN’S BACKGROUND IN ART AND DESIGN ISN’T JUST PROFESSIONAL—it’s been a deep-seated passion for as long as he can remember. After years in the advertising industry working in web design and user experience with major brands like Pepsi, Visa, Toyota, and Mercedes, Jordan knew it was time he took his creativity offline so he could get his hands dirty. Out of that realization, he launched a custom brooch business which, ultimately, evolved into wedding stationery, perfectly marrying his experience in digital design with his love for crafting. Thus, his <a href="https://www.agooddayinc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">boutique design firm</a>, A Good Day, was born to serve planners and their couples eclectic, one-of-a-kind stationery that establishes a unique brand for each event. From save-the-dates and invitations to day-of signage and menus, Jordan draws inspiration from his diverse array of interests spanning fashion, architecture, interior design, and film to curate an aesthetic that perfectly matches each clients’ vision for their celebration. Listen to all your podcasts &amp;leave a 5 star review is the <a href="https://goodpods.app.link/ay8refg5vkb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GOODPODS</a> app Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Traditional Place and Escort Cards vs. Using Unique Items

A couple weeks ago, a soon to be maid of honor asked me to do an episode on speeches and toasts.  Oh boy did the memories terrible and fabulous moments come flooding in.  Next call was to Lance, "Lance. Someone needs our help.  We need to give the good bad and ugly of wedding toasts and speeches."  Here's the thing, Between us we have over 45 years of wedding receptions.  We have seen and heard it all.  From dad's who break out a guitar and sing, to drunken uncles who never should have had the mic, to sisters who gave the most epic rap performance I have ever seen.This episode will you help you decide who to ask to speak at your wedding, how long they should speak, what should and should not be included, and much more. And if you're going to be giving a toast or speech - we have insight for you too!175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

A couple weeks ago, a soon to be maid of honor asked me to do an episode on speeches and toasts.  Oh boy did the memories terrible and fabulous moments come flooding in.  Next call was to Lance, "Lance. Someone needs our help.  We need to give the good bad and ugly of wedding toasts and speeches."  Here's the thing, Between us we have over 45 years of wedding receptions.  We have seen and heard it all.  From dad's who break out a guitar and sing, to drunken uncles who never should have had the mic, to sisters who gave the most epic rap performance I have ever seen. This episode will you help you decide who to ask to speak at your wedding, how long they should speak, what should and should not be included, and much more. And if you're going to be giving a toast or speech - we have insight for you too! 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Toasts & Speeches, Yes vs No

82.985% of the answers Brian and I receive when we ask, "What do you think you'd like for your wedding?" is, "I would like ____________and greenery.  It's almost like someone told you that the only way to go North and South is via the highway.  Well guess what folks, there's all kinds of cool back roads with small towns and great views you're missing out on when you take the highway!Often when we try to get to the root of why its for 1 of 2 reasons: Its expected to be cheaper (listen to the episode for the answer on this one)It's what you're seeing everywhere (do you want to do what everyone else did?) Brian Watson co-owns Myrtie Blue - a floral-focused event design studio that services clients along Florida's Emerald Coast and beyond. His experience in flowers and design started 30 years ago after college where he studied studio arts and digital and imaging arts.Brian created Myrtie Blue with his husband 11 years ago and has seen fads come and go with couples from nearly every background. Brian and his team create weddings and events for clientele that LOVE and enjoy flowers and want them to be a standout. Want to see a wedding Brian &amp; I did together?  You do. It's on Style Me Pretty ; click here175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see: Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.com Kelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcast Lance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/ Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/ Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

82.985% of the answers Brian and I receive when we ask, "What do you think you'd like for your wedding?" is, "I would like ____________and greenery.  It's almost like someone told you that the only way to go North and South is via the highway.  Well guess what folks, there's all kinds of cool back roads with small towns and great views you're missing out on when you take the highway! Often when we try to get to the root of why its for 1 of 2 reasons: <ol><li>Its expected to be cheaper (listen to the episode for the answer on this one)</li><li>It's what you're seeing everywhere (do you want to do what everyone else did?)</li></ol> <a href="http://myrtieblue.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brian Watson</a> co-owns Myrtie Blue - a floral-focused event design studio that services clients along Florida's Emerald Coast and beyond. His experience in flowers and design started 30 years ago after college where he studied studio arts and digital and imaging arts. Brian created Myrtie Blue with his husband 11 years ago and has seen fads come and go with couples from nearly every background. Brian and his team create weddings and events for clientele that LOVE and enjoy flowers and want them to be a standout. Want to see a wedding Brian &amp; I did together?  You do. It's on Style Me Pretty ; <a href="https://www.stylemepretty.com/2021/09/14/youll-fall-in-love-with-the-fantastic-floral-chandeliers-at-this-florida-wedding/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see: Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a> Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a> Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a> Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a> Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a> About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Wedding Decision: Flowers vs Greenery, all about floral blooms vs leaves

An award winning wedding planning podcast hosted by expert planner-designer Kelly McWilliams. In each episode Kelly and her wedding professional co-host will help engaged couples navigate planning by weighing the pros and cons, "This vs That", of each decision they'll need to make from engagement to honeymoon and everything in between. Kelly is a 19 year veteran of the wedding industry and is a 2020 Martha Stewart Weddings Best in Class: The Top Wedding Planners and Event Designers. This vs That has been recognized as a top podcast by BRIDES.com and WeddingWire.com!

When you got engaged one of the 1st things you did was start looking for a venue.  Chances Your venue also gave you a list of vendors they love or VENDORS LIMITED TO THOSE WHO ARE PAYING THEM.  But, don't tell anyone I told you that.  Just kidding, we encourage you to ask your venue how they vet their lists, most are transparent about it.Anyway, just as you found your venue on your own, you can also find your vendors and creative partners on your own via online research, recommendations from friends and referrals from vendors you have booked.  There can be risk in this and there can also be reward and that is exactly why Jordan and I covered this hot and spicy topic of wedding planning.Jordan Oliveira-Heller is the owner of Suncoast Wedding &amp; Event Leaders, otherwise known as SWEL. SWEL is a professional association increasing the networking and education opportunities for wedding and event professionals in the region, with the goal of building a stronger community that directly benefits the client. CLICK HERE to learn all about the fantastic SWEL members you could put on your radar.  Jordan created SWEL after many years in the industry as both a caterer and in wedding venue sales. Before starting SWEL, his most recent post in the wedding industry was at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a world class museum and wedding venue. 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

When you got engaged one of the 1st things you did was start looking for a venue.  Chances Your venue also gave you a list of vendors they love or VENDORS LIMITED TO THOSE WHO ARE PAYING THEM.  But, don't tell anyone I told you that.  Just kidding, we encourage you to ask your venue how they vet their lists, most are transparent about it. Anyway, just as you found your venue on your own, you can also find your vendors and creative partners on your own via online research, recommendations from friends and referrals from vendors you have booked.  There can be risk in this and there can also be reward and that is exactly why Jordan and I covered this hot and spicy topic of wedding planning. Jordan Oliveira-Heller is the owner of Suncoast Wedding &amp; Event Leaders, otherwise known as SWEL. SWEL is a professional association increasing the networking and education opportunities for wedding and event professionals in the region, with the goal of building a stronger community that directly benefits the client. <a href="https://www.suncoastweddingsandevents.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to learn all about the fantastic SWEL members you could put on your radar.  Jordan created SWEL after many years in the industry as both a caterer and in wedding venue sales. Before starting SWEL, his most recent post in the wedding industry was at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a world class museum and wedding venue. 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Wedding Decision: Venue Preferred Vendor List vs Finding Your Own

The list of items that you can upgrade or add to your wedding is endless.  What comes standard or included at your wedding venue is not so much.  In fact, its limited.  To make things a little harder for you, often you don't realize what isn't included that you need!  Ugh; I know.  In this episode, Kehrin and I tackle as many items as we could think of so that you know the pros and cons of using what comes with your wedding package and how to plan accordingly for what doesn't or what is below "standard"  considering the wedding design that you want to put into place.  How to plan your wedding and how to design your wedding are hard enough, I'm glad to share some of this insight. About the co-host: Kehrin Hassan is an international planner and designer who founded Jet Set Wed, a Wedding and Event Design company based in South West Florida’s Gulf Coast.  As a multi published designer, her extensive experience is not inhibited by her effortless understated and organic designs that will last the test of time. Her talents lie in discovering a clients style and recreating it in a celebratory space in a way that is absolutely their own. In her over 15 years of event experience she has designed large scale International corporate events for a Fortune 500 company, assisted in executing celebrity weddings abroad as well as designed over 600 weddings and events from coast to coast.175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thanks to my rockstar editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

The list of items that you can upgrade or add to your wedding is endless.  What comes standard or included at your wedding venue is not so much.  In fact, its limited.  To make things a little harder for you, often you don't realize what isn't included that you need!  Ugh; I know.  In this episode, Kehrin and I tackle as many items as we could think of so that you know the pros and cons of using what comes with your wedding package and how to plan accordingly for what doesn't or what is below "standard"  considering the wedding design that you want to put into place.  How to plan your wedding and how to design your wedding are hard enough, I'm glad to share some of this insight. About the co-host: Kehrin Hassan is an international planner and designer who founded <a href="https://jetsetwed.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jet Set Wed</a>, a Wedding and Event Design company based in South West Florida’s Gulf Coast.  As a multi published designer, her extensive experience is not inhibited by her effortless understated and organic designs that will last the test of time. Her talents lie in discovering a clients style and recreating it in a celebratory space in a way that is absolutely their own. In her over 15 years of event experience she has designed large scale International corporate events for a Fortune 500 company, assisted in executing celebrity weddings abroad as well as designed over 600 weddings and events from coast to coast. 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day.  A workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart <a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7939221/top-wedding-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Top Wedding Planner</a>, Brides <a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-podcasts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">magazine</a> and WeddingWire's <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-wedding-podcasts-5105149" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best podcast</a>. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thanks to my rockstar editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Wedding Decision: Using standard or included vs upgrading with rentals

Did you even know that you could rent your wedding jewelry? Yeah, me either.  I mean, I knew that you could rent all your wedding attire from places like Rent the Runway. But DIAMONDS? Yes please.  Give me all the earrings, bracelets and necklace's.  Bring.the.Bling. In this episode Lauren and I talk about why you should consider renting vs buying costume  or real jewelry.   One of the biggest reasons is that because its your wedding day and if ever you're going to want to drip in diamonds and its actually very acceptable to, its this one day.  However your spending plan may be saying, "Yeah, $26,000 in fabulous jewlery isn't fitting on this line item.  Imagine the opportunity to be like a celebrity on the red carpet and wear 40 carats in diamonds. I am just seeing all the times the lighting hits your wrist, neck and ears and that your photographer and videographer will catch. If you have any questions about renting jewelry, check out this FAQ.PS - this totally hits the Something Borrowed category!About my co-host Lauren Grunstein :  Lauren is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Verstolo Fine Jewelry, which specializes in custom diamond jewelry and fine jewelry rentals for brides. She started her career in public relations where she worked with a number of CPG bands and start-ups in fashion and beauty. Her passion for diamonds and entrepreneurship took her to Verstolo where she works to help brides and clients transform into their best selves on the most important day of their lives.  Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Listen to all the previous episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance PantonWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Did you even know that you could rent your wedding jewelry? Yeah, me either.  I mean, I knew that you could <a href="https://www.renttherunway.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rent all your wedding attire</a> from places like Rent the Runway. But DIAMONDS? Yes please.  Give me all the earrings, bracelets and necklace's.  Bring.the.Bling. In this episode Lauren and I talk about why you should consider renting vs buying costume  or real jewelry.   One of the biggest reasons is that because its your wedding day and if ever you're going to want to drip in diamonds and its actually very acceptable to, its this one day.  However your spending plan may be saying, "Yeah, $26,000 in fabulous jewlery isn't fitting on this line item.  Imagine the opportunity to be like a celebrity on the red carpet and wear 40 carats in diamonds. I am just seeing all the times the lighting hits your wrist, neck and ears and that your photographer and videographer will catch. If you have any questions about renting jewelry, check out this <a href="https://www.verstolo.com/faq/#faq-rental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FAQ</a>. PS - this totally hits the Something Borrowed category! About my co-host <a href="https://www.verstolo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lauren Grunstein</a> :  Lauren is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Verstolo Fine Jewelry, which specializes in custom diamond jewelry and fine jewelry rentals for brides. She started her career in public relations where she worked with a number of CPG bands and start-ups in fashion and beauty. Her passion for diamonds and entrepreneurship took her to Verstolo where she works to help brides and clients transform into their best selves on the most important day of their lives.  Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Listen to all the previous episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Wedding Decision: Jewelry, Rent vs Buy 

Whether you are having alcohol or not, there are decisions to make when it comes to beverages at your wedding. The kinds of bars we touch on are:Hourly per person (open or limited bar)  - by the hour or a package rate Hourly per person (open or limited bar)Hosted bars aka Consumption Bars (open or limited bar)Cash Bar (open or limited bar)Signature or specialty drink Bar (can be by the gallon or per pour)Wine ServiceWe also tackle the questions that you should be asking your caterer, bar service or venue food &amp; beverage manager.About my co-host Renee Sabo: Renée's lifelong love affair with weddings started out as a high school dream that quickly evolved as she pursued a career in the industry throughout college and beyond. From rentals to planning to catering, her diverse experience has touched every corner of the industry and has led to her role as a multifaceted thought leader for event professionals everywhere.Inspired to start her own business, Renée received her MBA with a focus in entrepreneurship and quickly put her degree to work when she launched Urban Soirée® in 2017. Today, her award-winning company delivers elevated and romantic celebrations through full-service wedding planning and design for couples on the East Coast and destinations worldwide. Renée’s success with Urban Soirée® has earned her and her company numerous accolades, including being named as the Best of Boston® 2020 – Best IRL Wedding Planner by Boston Magazine. She was also recognized as ILEA Boston’s Top Planner in 2019 and has ranked in WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Awards for three consecutive years since opening her doors.Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastLance's Website: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Lance's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Previous Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance Panton With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

Whether you are having alcohol or not, there are decisions to make when it comes to beverages at your wedding. The kinds of bars we touch on are:<ul><li>Hourly per person (open or limited bar)  - by the hour or a package rate </li><li>Hourly per person (open or limited bar)</li><li>Hosted bars aka Consumption Bars (open or limited bar)</li><li>Cash Bar (open or limited bar)</li><li>Signature or specialty drink Bar (can be by the gallon or per pour)</li><li>Wine Service</li></ul>We also tackle the questions that you should be asking your caterer, bar service or venue food &amp; beverage manager. About my co-host <a href="https://www.urbansoireeboston.com/about-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Renee Sabo</a>: Renée's lifelong love affair with weddings started out as a high school dream that quickly evolved as she pursued a career in the industry throughout college and beyond. From rentals to planning to catering, her diverse experience has touched every corner of the industry and has led to her role as a multifaceted thought leader for event professionals everywhere. Inspired to start her own business, Renée received her MBA with a focus in entrepreneurship and quickly put her degree to work when she launched Urban Soirée® in 2017. Today, her award-winning company delivers elevated and romantic celebrations through full-service wedding planning and design for couples on the East Coast and destinations worldwide. Renée’s success with Urban Soirée® has earned her and her company numerous accolades, including being named as the Best of Boston® 2020 – Best IRL Wedding Planner by Boston Magazine. She was also recognized as ILEA Boston’s Top Planner in 2019 and has ranked in WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Awards for three consecutive years since opening her doors. Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Lance's Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Lance's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Previous Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.

The Wedding Bar: Consumption vs Open Bar

THIS IS PART 2!If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding ignore this episode. We had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover.  Part 1 is about your timing,  this is about where you place everything in your spaces.The only people who are typically at a reception start to finish are the planner/coordinator, the banquet captain and the DJ. So who did I turn to for this episode? This vs That editor Lance Panton. Between Lance and I, we have probably a thousand  weddings to spill the goods on.In this one you'll hear about and about 80 other things:Your ceremony, where should musicians or the DJ be located (and the speakers)What is a sound engineer and do you need one? Your reception, does the DJ or band need to be central to the dance floor?Do you need additional lighting and is there enough power for it when you add in what the DJ or band is using?What will be in the lines of site for toasts, photography and video and what you can do to enhance themSpacing between tables for guest comfort and the serversWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.My Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. Listen to this episode for more.Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Previous Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance Panton 

THIS IS PART 2! If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding ignore this episode. We had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover.  Part 1 is about your timing,  this is about where you place everything in your spaces. The only people who are typically at a reception start to finish are the planner/coordinator, the banquet captain and the DJ. So who did I turn to for this episode? This vs That editor Lance Panton. Between Lance and I, we have probably a thousand  weddings to spill the goods on. In this one you'll hear about and about 80 other things:<ul><li>Your ceremony, where should musicians or the DJ be located (and the speakers)</li><li>What is a sound engineer and do you need one? </li><li>Your reception, does the DJ or band need to be central to the dance floor?</li><li>Do you need additional lighting and is there enough power for it when you add in what the DJ or band is using?</li><li>What will be in the lines of site for toasts, photography and video and what you can do to enhance them</li><li>Spacing between tables for guest comfort and the servers</li></ul> With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife. My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8263371-bonus-episode-what-is-my-wedding-spending-plan-workbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to this episode</a> for more. Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Previous Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a>

This vs That: Reception Layouts Vs Chaos

Y'all. WEDDING PLANNING IS HARD.  There are 4,654,643,842 wedding planning resources (wedding planning tools, checklists, and budgets) available for free on the web. 4,654,643,826 are wrong. LIES! #fakenews.  The best example, google "wedding budget".  You're going to get 12k arbitrary budgets, none of which have I found to be correct.  Why?  Because every wedding is different. Depending on where you are getting married in the world, the number of guests you are having, your priorities, etc. these are the things that actually influence your budget. That budget you found at planmyweddingbudgetperfectly.com doesn't know or take these things into consideration.We also chat about why sometimes its best to hire an amazing, well seasoned day-of coordinator vs a low quality inexperienced full service wedding planner.In this episode Michelle and Christy are going to tell you about their new wedding planning masterclass. They created it for those who are planning on their own.  They created to give you a sigh of relief.Michelle Martinez and Christy Matthews are the creators, producers and hosts of The Big Wedding Planning Podcast, a show for anyone involved with planning a wedding. Since 2016, and with over 245 episodes, Michelle and Christy have brought heart, humor, and honesty to a diverse community in the midst of planning their weddings.Their message and mission? Inclusivity is key. Perfection is a myth. Wedding Planning for ALL!Your bonus: The Big Wedding Planning Masterclass discount code is THISVSTHAT . Here's the link: https://www.thebigweddingplanningmasterclass.com/My Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. Listen to this episode for more.Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://www.thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast/Previous Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance Panton

Y'all. WEDDING PLANNING IS HARD.  There are 4,654,643,842 wedding planning resources (wedding planning tools, checklists, and budgets) available for free on the web. 4,654,643,826 are wrong. LIES! #fakenews.  The best example, google "wedding budget".  You're going to get 12k arbitrary budgets, none of which have I found to be correct.  Why?  Because every wedding is different. Depending on where you are getting married in the world, the number of guests you are having, your priorities, etc. these are the things that actually influence your budget. That budget you found at <a href="http://planmyweddingbudgetperfectly.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">planmyweddingbudgetperfectly.com</a> doesn't know or take these things into consideration. We also chat about why sometimes its best to hire an amazing, well seasoned day-of coordinator vs a low quality inexperienced full service wedding planner. In this episode Michelle and Christy are going to tell you about their new wedding planning masterclass. They created it for those who are planning on their own.  They created to give you a sigh of relief. Michelle Martinez and Christy Matthews are the creators, producers and hosts of The Big Wedding Planning Podcast, a show for anyone involved with planning a wedding. Since 2016, and with over 245 episodes, Michelle and Christy have brought heart, humor, and honesty to a diverse community in the midst of planning their weddings. Their message and mission? Inclusivity is key. Perfection is a myth. Wedding Planning for ALL! Your bonus: The Big Wedding Planning Masterclass discount code is THISVSTHAT . Here's the link: <a href="https://www.thebigweddingplanningmasterclass.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thebigweddingplanningmasterclass.com/</a>My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8263371-bonus-episode-what-is-my-wedding-spending-plan-workbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to this episode</a> for more. Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://www.thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast/</a>Previous Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a>

This vs That: Free vs Paid Planning Resources

If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding reception just ignore this episode. In this episode, we had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover.  The only people who are typically at a reception from start to finish are the planner/coordinator, the banquet captain and the DJ. So who did I turn to for this episode? This vs That editor Lance Panton. Between Lance and I, we have probably a thousand  weddings to spill the goods on. Lance is a premier DJ in Dallas, TX.In this one you'll hear about:having a friend or family member coordinate your wedding.pre-wedding communication with your wedding teamreception timeline from the introductions to the , 1st dance, toasts, cake cutting to the exit.The cake break songs (DJ vs Cake)When to schedule your fireworks (and how I synchronize music to the show) and how your reception is like a fireworks show.Your bonus: Lance's Cake Break Playlist on SpotifyWith his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife.My Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. Listen to this episode for more.Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://www.mydfwdj.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/Previous Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance Panton 

If you ever wanted to know how to royally screw up your wedding reception just ignore this episode. In this episode, we had to split into part 1 and part 2 because there was that much to cover.  The only people who are typically at a reception from start to finish are the planner/coordinator, the banquet captain and the DJ. So who did I turn to for this episode? This vs That editor Lance Panton. Between Lance and I, we have probably a thousand  weddings to spill the goods on. Lance is a premier DJ in Dallas, TX. In this one you'll hear about:<ul><li>having a friend or family member coordinate your wedding.</li><li>pre-wedding communication with your wedding team</li><li>reception timeline from the introductions to the , 1st dance, toasts, cake cutting to the exit.</li><li>The cake break songs (DJ vs Cake)</li><li>When to schedule your fireworks (and how I synchronize music to the show) and how your reception is like a fireworks show.</li></ul>Your bonus: Lance's<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0pFet4AkcArUlQHvdihvFs?si=Q3cnpG0XQeGrlia4OG4ruA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cake Break Playlist on Spotify</a>With his professional start as a DJ at 17, Lance Panton has possessed a love of music since birth. is the owner and sole DJ for MY DFW DJ - Weddings &amp; Events. A personalized DJ service focused on telling a couple's love story in music. No genre is too challenging to meet this goal. Lance is also the editor for the podcasts "This Week In Weddings" and my podcast "This vs. That". He also serves as the co-director of membership for The Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of The National Association of Catering &amp; Events. When Lance is not behind the booth, he's in the kitchen fulfilling his passion for the culinary arts, creating meals for his wife. My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8263371-bonus-episode-what-is-my-wedding-spending-plan-workbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to this episode</a> for more. Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mydfwdj.com/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mydfwdj/</a>Previous Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a>

This vs That: Reception Timelines Vs Chaos

You just don't know what you don't know.  This podcast is to make sure that you know so that you can ask ? with knowledge.Photographer Sarah Roshan and I uncover when its ok to have 1 photographer at your wedding and when it benefits you to have your photographer bring an associate (or 2), the differences between a photography assistant and an assistant photographer (yes, these are 2 VERY different jobs). The decision affects your gallery of images, your end cost &amp; the timeline / flow of your day.Sarah Roshan is a wedding and elopement photographer specializing in romantic destination weddings for carefree couples. She is based in the gorgeous Colorado Rocky Mountains where she was born and raised. She is known for her adventurous spirit, gracious personality, and laid-back approach to the wedding day.  She currently serves at Director of Community Outreach on the International Board for WIPA, co-owns She Will Thrive (dedicated to empowering women through collaboration and conversation), and owns a local wedding co-op and networking group in Denver, Trulife Studios.Previous photography episodes to listen to:S 1 Ep 3: 1st Glance vs At the AltarS 1 Ep 19: Engagement vs Anniversary ShootS 2 Ep 8: Film vs Digital PhotographyS 2 Ep 6: Digital Images vs PrintsMy Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. Listen to this episode for more.Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. On sale now!Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comKelly's Blog: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blogInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://sarahroshan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahroshanphoto/ Previous Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/About Kelly:A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive.Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: Lance Panton 

You just don't know what you don't know.  This podcast is to make sure that you know so that you can ask ? with knowledge. Photographer Sarah Roshan and I uncover when its ok to have 1 photographer at your wedding and when it benefits you to have your photographer bring an associate (or 2), the differences between a photography assistant and an assistant photographer (yes, these are 2 VERY different jobs). The decision affects your gallery of images, your end cost &amp; the timeline / flow of your day. Sarah Roshan is a wedding and elopement photographer specializing in romantic destination weddings for carefree couples. She is based in the gorgeous Colorado Rocky Mountains where she was born and raised. She is known for her adventurous spirit, gracious personality, and laid-back approach to the wedding day.  She currently serves at Director of Community Outreach on the International Board for WIPA, co-owns She Will Thrive (dedicated to empowering women through collaboration and conversation), and owns a local wedding co-op and networking group in Denver, Trulife Studios. Previous photography episodes to listen to:<ul><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/6462760-this-vs-that-wedding-decision-1st-glance-or-at-the-altar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S 1 Ep 3</a>: 1st Glance vs At the Altar</li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/6997984-this-vs-that-wedding-decision-engagement-vs-anniversary-shoot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S 1 Ep 19</a>: Engagement vs Anniversary Shoot</li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8255248-this-vs-that-digital-images-vs-printed-photos-and-albums" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S 2 Ep 8</a>: Film vs Digital Photography</li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8255248-this-vs-that-digital-images-vs-printed-photos-and-albums" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S 2 Ep 6</a>: Digital Images vs Prints</li></ul>My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money &amp; take out the stress of wedding spending. This multi page digital workbook shows you how to make a spending plan that keeps you in check and without money stress. <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1454050/8263371-bonus-episode-what-is-my-wedding-spending-plan-workbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen to this episode</a> for more. Brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. A wedding planning  workbook to ensure every detail has been planned &amp; finalized. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go - People to see:Kelly's Site: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Kelly's Blog: <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://sarahroshan.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sarahroshan.com/ </a>Instagram: h<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahroshanphoto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ttps://www.instagram.com/sarahroshanphoto/ </a>Previous Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>About Kelly: A vet of the wedding industry, Kelly knows how incredible a wedding can be. She creates  from scratch and believes every moment counts and every decision plays a part in what makes your event magnificent. She believes in making events beautiful AND fun.  Published &amp; recognized locally, nationally and globally including Martha Stewart Top Wedding Planner, Brides magazine and WeddingWire's best podcast. Home is in SWFL with husband Kelly J , mom to Maddy &amp; Emily and dogs Reau &amp; Olive. Thank you to my rockstar Podcast Editor: <a href="https://www.mydfwdj.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lance Panton</a>

This vs That: Hiring a solo vs multiple photographer teams

Liz Banfield

Wait? What's this, a decision that you don't HAVE to make? Yep.  This is the one where its you can make it or skip it because chances are that you didn't even know that its a question you could ask.  However, because there really is something to be said for film photography, Liz Banfield and I wanted to make sure that you were knowledgeable about the differences between this classic format vs the digital that came onto the wedding scene in the early 2000's.I googled it for the sake of simplicity. That way you can skip right to the heart of perspective during this episode:"Digital photography replicates the process of traditional film photography, but it uses an electronic sensor, rather than film, to capture images. These digital photographs are stored on a memory card, and their resolution is measured in megapixels."A 20+ year veteran in the industry, photographer Liz Banfield pioneered the documentary style that has become standard in wedding day coverage. She is known for capturing authentic, genuine moments while making sure everyone has a great time doing it. Her cinematic style attracts sophisticated couples looking for highly personalized coverage of their weddings. Liz is recognized as one of the best photographers in the world according to Harper’s Bazaar, Martha Stewart Weddings, and BRIDES magazine.On Sale Now! My Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Create a plan to make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money AND take out the stress of wedding spending.This episode is brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. The ultimate Q&amp;A wedding planning checklist. On sale now!Places to go and People to see:Website: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://www.lizbanfield.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizbanfieldwed/Previous Podcast Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Wait? What's this, a decision that you don't HAVE to make? Yep.  This is the one where its you can make it or skip it because chances are that you didn't even know that its a question you could ask.  However, because there really is something to be said for film photography, Liz Banfield and I wanted to make sure that you were knowledgeable about the differences between this classic format vs the digital that came onto the wedding scene in the early 2000's. I googled it for the sake of simplicity. That way you can skip right to the heart of perspective during this episode: "Digital photography replicates the process of traditional film photography, but it uses an electronic sensor, rather than film, to capture images. These digital photographs are stored on a memory card, and their resolution is measured in megapixels." A 20+ year veteran in the industry, photographer Liz Banfield pioneered the documentary style that has become standard in wedding day coverage. She is known for capturing authentic, genuine moments while making sure everyone has a great time doing it. Her cinematic style attracts sophisticated couples looking for highly personalized coverage of their weddings. Liz is recognized as one of the best photographers in the world according to Harper’s Bazaar, Martha Stewart Weddings, and BRIDES magazine. On Sale Now! My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Create a plan to make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money AND take out the stress of wedding spending. This episode is brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. The ultimate Q&amp;A wedding planning checklist. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Places to go and People to see:Website: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://www.lizbanfield.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lizbanfield.com/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizbanfieldwed/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lizbanfieldwed/</a>Previous Podcast Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>

This vs That: Film vs Digital Photography with Liz Banfield

Nope. Not the fun episode. But if you listen, absorb and take our tips - you'll find that you're going to have a FAR less stressful engagement and planning season.  The cool thing is that Leah just released her new book, "The Wedding Rollercoaster" and its a great companion to this episode. I posted a link below. The real deal is, that by taking the opportunity in the beginning to talk openly with your "team" (anyone who holds a stake in your wedding), you will avoid some of the stresses brought on surrounding wedding spending. The biggest factors when making the contribution decision:Who has controlGuilt (It's real and we recognize this)Final decision makersDoes having the wedding of your dreams weigh more than the potential stress of contributors In this episode we'll break down the benefits, pros and cons of paying for the wedding yourself or having contributors.  Oh, and in this episode there's a shout out to Kimberly of Hitched Events and her episode about having a short or long engagement. Click here to listen to this related episode.Here is the link to order The Wedding Rollercoaster  on kindle or paperbackOn Sale Now! My Wedding Spending Plan.  Here is the link . Create a plan to make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money AND take out the stress of wedding spending.This episode is brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. The ultimate Q&amp;A wedding planning checklist. On sale now!Leah Weinberg is the Owner &amp; Creative Director of Color Pop Events -- a New York City-based wedding planning company that lives in the logistics, providing an unmatched focus on event details for clients.  Celebrating seven years of business, Leah continues to leverage the organization skills, calm communication style, and ability to multi-task she initially developed as a commercial real estate lawyer in her previous career. Her colorful work and party planning tips have been published online and in print with Vogue, the New York Times, People, CNBC, Bravo, Martha Stewart, and The Knot, among others. Recently, Leah has been recognized as a 20 on the Rise winner by Honeybook and the Rising Tide Society, one of the 25 Young Event Pros to Watch by Special Events Magazine, and one of BizBash's Top 500 Event Pros in the US.A 2021 WeddingPro Educator with The Knot + WeddingWire, Leah travels throughout the country sharing insight with her peers regionally, as well as at national conferences such as ALT Summit, NACE Experience, and The Special Event.Places to go and People to see:Website: http://www.kellymcwilliams.comInstagram: @kellyamcwilliams @thisvsthatweddingpodcastWebsite: https://www.colorpopevents.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorpopevents/Previous Podcast Episodes: https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Nope. Not the fun episode. But if you listen, absorb and take our tips - you'll find that you're going to have a FAR less stressful engagement and planning season.  The cool thing is that Leah just released her new book, "The Wedding Rollercoaster" and its a great companion to this episode. I posted a link below. The real deal is, that by taking the opportunity in the beginning to talk openly with your "team" (anyone who holds a stake in your wedding), you will avoid some of the stresses brought on surrounding wedding spending. The biggest factors when making the contribution decision:<ul><li>Who has control</li><li>Guilt (It's real and we recognize this)</li><li>Final decision makers</li><li>Does having the wedding of your dreams weigh more than the potential stress of contributors </li></ul>In this episode we'll break down the benefits, pros and cons of paying for the wedding yourself or having contributors.  Oh, and in this episode there's a shout out to Kimberly of Hitched Events and her episode about having a short or long engagement. <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1454050/6500383-this-vs-that-wedding-decision-short-vs-long-engagements" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to listen to this related episode. <a href="https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B091N5VSPD&amp;preview=newtab&amp;linkCode=kpe&amp;ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_4STAQB44CAQPXSSJ9PQT&amp;tag=kellymcwillia-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> to order The Wedding Rollercoaster  on kindle or paperback On Sale Now! My Wedding Spending Plan.  <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is the link</a> . Create a plan to make the most out of your wedding budget, most likely save you money AND take out the stress of wedding spending. This episode is brought to you by 175 questions to know you are prepared for your wedding day. The ultimate Q&amp;A wedding planning checklist. <a href="https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On sale now</a>! Leah Weinberg is the Owner &amp; Creative Director of Color Pop Events -- a New York City-based wedding planning company that lives in the logistics, providing an unmatched focus on event details for clients.  Celebrating seven years of business, Leah continues to leverage the organization skills, calm communication style, and ability to multi-task she initially developed as a commercial real estate lawyer in her previous career. Her colorful work and party planning tips have been published online and in print with Vogue, the New York Times, People, CNBC, Bravo, Martha Stewart, and The Knot, among others. Recently, Leah has been recognized as a 20 on the Rise winner by Honeybook and the Rising Tide Society, one of the 25 Young Event Pros to Watch by Special Events Magazine, and one of BizBash's Top 500 Event Pros in the US. A 2021 WeddingPro Educator with The Knot + WeddingWire, Leah travels throughout the country sharing insight with her peers regionally, as well as at national conferences such as ALT Summit, NACE Experience, and The Special Event. Places to go and People to see:Website: <a href="http://www.kellymcwilliams.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kellymcwilliams.com</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyamcwilliams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kellyamcwilliams</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thisvsthatweddingpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thisvsthatweddingpodcast</a>Website: <a href="https://www.colorpopevents.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.colorpopevents.com/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/colorpopevents/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/colorpopevents/</a>Previous Podcast Episodes: <a href="https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thisvsthatweddingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/</a>

This vs That: The Wedding Rollercoaster, Self vs Outside Funding

An award winning wedding planning podcast hosted by expert planner-designer Kelly McWilliams. In each episode Kelly and her wedding professional co-host will help engaged couples navigate planning by weighing the pros and cons, "This vs That", of each decision they'll need to make from engagement to honeymoon and everything in between. Kelly is a 19 year veteran of the wedding industry and is a 2020 Martha Stewart Weddings Best in Class: The Top Wedding Planners and Event Designers. This vs That has been recognized as a top podcast by <a href="http://BRIDES.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BRIDES.com</a> and <a href="http://WeddingWire.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeddingWire.com</a>!

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