episode 70 - the 411 on wedding etiquette

Charlie St. Louis, owner of Pretty Plans Wedding and Events, shares her passion for wedding planning and the joy she finds in creating personalized experiences for couples. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to the couple's vision and not getting caught up in trends or unnecessary details. Charlie also discusses the process of choosing the right wedding planner and the importance of communication and setting expectations. She provides tips for the maid of honor to make the day stress-free for the bride. As a recent bride herself, Charlie shares the lessons she learned from being on the other side of the wedding planning process. In this episode, wedding planner Charlie shares insights and advice for couples planning their weddings. She emphasizes the importance of being present on the wedding day and trusting vendors to do their job. Charlie also highlights the value of authenticity and personal vows, as well as the transition from focusing on the wedding to prioritizing the marriage. She offers guidance on supporting friends during wedding season and setting boundaries. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire discussion on current wedding trends. Takeaways Be present on your wedding day and trust your vendors to do their job. Authenticity and personal vows can make a wedding truly special. Shift the focus from the wedding to the marriage. Support friends during wedding season while setting boundaries. Wedding trends are constantly changing, so choose what feels right for you. Living well in your 30s means prioritizing how you spend your time. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:33 Background and Passion for Wedding Planning 04:28 Teaching Skills to Younger Planners 05:02 Tips for Planning a Wedding 06:10 Personalizing the Wedding 07:35 Choosing the Right Wedding Planner 09:33 Working with Different Types of Clients 10:16 Managing Expectations and Communication 11:48 Handling Expectations of Family and Wedding Party 23:26 Making the Day Stress-Free for the Bride 27:38 Lessons Learned from Being a Bride 31:09 Authenticity and Personal Vows 33:49 The Transition from Wedding to Marriage 36:26 Supporting Friends During Wedding Season 43:22 Wedding Trends: In or Out 50:06 Living Well in Your 30s Huge apologies for how snotty Meag is, she's on the mend now. Follow @prettyplans.ca for all the info.