162: Tastemakers & Trendsetters: The Future of Luxury Weddings

What does it take to become a trendsetter in the luxury wedding industry?In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, we sit down with Molly and Sana of Bash Please, a top-tier event production company based in Los Angeles and San Francisco. With over eight years in luxury wedding planning and decades in hospitality, they share how they’ve built a brand known for trendsetting, innovation, and unparalleled client experience.From introducing new wedding trends (like on-site tattoo artists) to shifting their pricing to reflect multi-day destination events, Molly and Sana reveal how wedding professionals can elevate their brand, attract luxury clients, and stay ahead in a competitive market.If you're a wedding photographer, filmmaker, or planner looking to break into the luxury space and build relationships with top-tier planners, this episode is packed with insider knowledge and actionable strategies.In this episode, we cover:✔️ How Bash Please became industry tastemakers & trendsetters✔️ Why hospitality is key to thriving in the luxury wedding market✔️ How they transitioned from flat-fee pricing to percentage-based pricing✔️ What they look for in photographers & videographers before hiring✔️ Why clout-chasing doesn’t work—and how to stand out authentically✔️ The shift in wedding industry trends for 2025, including shorter planning cycles✔️ How to position your brand for high-end bookings & collaborations💬 What’s the biggest shift you’re making in your business this year?DM us on Instagram @TheLevelUpCo or share your thoughts in the comments on YouTube!⭐ Enjoyed this episode?Subscribe, rate, and review to help more wedding photographers and filmmakers gain industry insights and grow their businesses.Timestamps:00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction05:01 – 12:00 | The Hospitality Mindset12:01 – 20:00 | How Bash Please Became Tastemakers & Trendsetters20:01 – 28:00 | The Evolution of The Business & Pricing Structure28:01 – 34:00 | Vetting Photographers & Filmmakers for High-End Clients34:01 – 39:00 | Final ThoughtsThe next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in Fall 2026! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.The Level Up Co. Resources:- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/resetConnect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/