The Woman Getting Married Wedding Podcast

Winter weddings are definitely tempting. Aside from the potential vendor discounts, you can have an amazing holiday wedding theme, not to mention yummy hot chocolate bars and cozy fireplaces to gather 'round. But there are also snowstorms to contend with as well as busy holiday schedules. Are winter weddings worth it? We discuss the pros and cons on this week's special holiday episode!

I'm a bit of a nerd when it comes to statistics, especially when they involve weddings. Which is why we love reading the latest wedding surveys that detail exactly how couples are spending their wedding budget. From how many couples are having signature cocktails or walking with their dad's down the aisle, to how much they're paying for everything from the reception to their honeymoon, we review 2019's latest wedding statistics.

Can you believe it's going to be 2020?! I feel like 1995 was right around the corner, which shows you just how old I really am. But with each new year comes fun new trends, and we're seeing some really cool ones pop up in the wedding space. From crazy cake designs to weddings that are way more eco-friendly than before, if you're planning a 2020 or 2021 wedding you should definitely consider one or two of these unique wedding trends.

Successful wedding planning (aka getting married without wanting to pull your hair out) is ALL about organization. Get ahead of your to-do list and all will be right with your world, we promise! The best way to do that is to keep a running checklist of everything you need to do (and the ideal time to do it). On this episode we talk through our essential wedding planning checklist, and give you tips on how to accomplish each item on it. Don't miss it!

In this two-part Q&A we are answering even more questions from our listeners. This week we're going to cover topics such as: How does the day of transportation work? How do I convince my parents I’m not going to invite everybody they want? How do we save our guests from a boring speech? Would you give up a Saturday date to have a Friday wedding in a venue you like better? Can we send some guests paper STDs and other guests online ones?

We get so many great wedding planning questions in our Facebook group that we thought we would spend the new two episodes answering our favorite ones, such as: Do you still need to send Save the Dates or can you just send out invites three months before the wedding? What can you do if you’ve always dreamed of having a wedding-- and your fiancé's excited to marry you--but not excited about or interested in the actual wedding?

You don’t have to serve filet mignon or lobster at your wedding to have guests rave about the food. Whether you're searching for the right caterer or going to your first tasting, we break down how to create a unique wedding menu, what type of food service you should have (IE: buffet vs. plated), appetizer choices, as well as how much catering costs on average around the country. Grab a fork and dig in!

It's been nine years since Cory and I got married (and had our wedding registry), and 12 years since we've been together. In that time we've definitely figured out what's worth registering for and what's not. In this episode we share some of our favorite household brands and appliances, and what we would add to our wedding registry if we made one today. PLUS: Are honeymoon/cash funds tacky? We talk about all of this and more!

Your wedding is supposed to be a fun, loving, memorable experience... and it will be! But sometimes along the way you're going to find yourself dealing with different opinions, personalities, and just flat-out rudeness from guests or family members that will make you say "WTF!" Weddings have a tendency to bring out the best AND worst in some people, even when they don't mean it. So how do you handle all the drama? Listen to this episode and find out!

OK I admit it: When it comes to music, Cory and I are definitely a little stuck. We listen to the same bands over and over again, and we've heard from several listeners that while you like our music taste, you might want to hear MORE suggestions for music that might be outside our go-to picks. We've heard you loud and clear! So we thought, what better source for old and new music than the songs celebrities chose for their own first dances? Tune in and listen to the picks!

Time and time again we hear from brides who are SHOCKED when they get the estimate for their wedding flowers. That flower wall you always dreamed about? It's going to cost you big time. So how do you get the look you want without blowing half your wedding budget? On this episode we're sharing our favorite wedding flower tips that will help you save hundreds (if not thousands).

Even though you might not be the one actually planning your bachelorette party, you will probably have A LOT of questions along the way. Whether you're trying to figure out what you want to do or who should be in charge of the details to the uncomfortable subject of money (do you pay your own way?), we cover all the basics. 

Yes, we might sound dorky talking about our airline or hotel statuses all the time, but those points have allowed us to travel first class and stay in 5-star hotels FOR FREE on most of our trips. And your honeymoon is definitely one of those times you want to travel well!  On this episode we'll share with you not only HOW to get the best travel points for your money, but the apps and websites that will help you travel better for less.

We've learned a lot about how to pack (and not pack) over the years, and one of the biggest tips we can share is to try and only take a carry-on vs. checked bag on your honeymoon. But how do you cram two weeks worth of clothes into a small bag? We share our tried-and-true tricks for making sure you have everything you need without the excess baggage. Have a wedding question? E-mail us at hello@womangettingmarried.com and we could answer yours on a future episode!

In last week's episode we talked about ceremony basics such as who holds the rings and where guests should sit, and in this episode we dig even deeper. From your wedding ceremony script to unique wedding traditions you can incorporate (such as ring warming, tree planting, and hand-fasting), and even how you should kiss (tongue or no tongue?) the second episode in this two-part series will help you plan your wedding ceremony!