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EPISODE · Oct 30, 2025 · 39 MIN

2025 Wedding Trends, Bay Area Budgets & Planner Tea with Caitlin McDonald

from Under the Veil · host Helena Wong

In this episode, I’m joined by Bay Area planner Caitlin McDonald of Caitlin McDonald Events! From her start at Villa Montalvo to launching her own design-forward wedding planning biz, Caitlin shares insider insights on 2025–2026 design trends, spicy takes on rentals (spoiler: linens > chairs), and real-talk advice on budgeting in the Bay. We also break down the key differences between a planner and a venue coordinator, plus the most memorable wedding moments we’ve witnessed.What You’ll Learn:2025–2026 wedding trends (think bold color, pattern, and personality)What a $100K wedding really looks like in the Bay AreaThe difference between venue coordinators vs. plannersWhy planners are essential for both design + logisticsCreative ideas for tablescapes, welcome parties, and signature detailsFollow Caitlin:@caitlinmcdonaldeventsFollow Me:@helenawongphotography@undertheveilpodcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Bay Area planner Caitlin McDonald of Caitlin McDonald Events! From her start at Villa Montalvo to launching her own design-forward wedding planning biz, Caitlin shares insider insights on 2025–2026 design trends, spicy takes on rentals (spoiler: linens > chairs), and real-talk advice on budgeting in the Bay. We also break down the key differences between a planner and a venue coordinator, plus the most memorable wedding moments we’ve witnessed.What You’ll Learn:2025–2026 wedding trends (think bold color, pattern, and personality)What a $100K wedding really looks like in the Bay AreaThe difference between venue coordinators vs. plannersWhy planners are essential for both design + logisticsCreative ideas for tablescapes, welcome parties, and signature detailsFollow Caitlin:@caitlinmcdonaldeventsFollow Me:@helenawongphotography@undertheveilpodcast

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