143 episodes
Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning Podcast Desirée Adams, Verve Event Co.
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The Ask the Planner podcast gives sophisticated couples like you expert tips on how to style, plan, and execute a thoughtfully curated wedding. Every week join your host Desirée Adams as she interviews leading wedding industry experts and discusses the often-overlooked details that take weddings from pretty parties to heirloom occasions. Hear how to manage vendors, avoid surprises, and plan your day with honest advice from a pro. New episodes drop every Monday. If you want to binge on past episodes or learn more about the show, visit http://asktheplannerpodcast.com.You can also send questions or suggestions or future topics or guest suggestions via your Apple Podcast review, our hotline (585) 210-3467, or email asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com. Don't forget to follow the show on Instagram and Tik Tok at @asktheplannerpodcast!
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141 | 5 Systems Wedding Pros SHOULD Have (+ Couples Should Ask About)
Welcome back loverves! Today, we're talking about the quintessential toolkit every wedding vendor needs and what couples should be on the lookout for as they set out to book their wedding vendors. From the very first inquiry to the final farewell, we're unpacking the five systems that are absolute game-changers in the wedding industry.
To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:
The inquiry and proposal process [5:01]Your onboarding workflow [10:20]About the client experience [13:52]Your wedding day service [17:42]Managing Payments and Invoices [20:58]2 More Systems Wedding Pros Need to Have [23:58]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HereSign up for Dubsado (and get 20% off with code DESIREE)Comparing Dubsado vs. Honeybook? Read thisWant to start a podcast? Grab our equipment guide hereThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!
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140 | Shorter Engagements: Planning Weddings with Less Time
Today, we’re talking about weddings after shorter engagements (when you have less time to plan!). Because sometimes? You just don’t have 2 years to plan a wedding. Your maternal clock is ticking or you’re in medical school and you just want to get married THIS YEAR. Today we are sharing eight important topics to consider when planning a wedding on a shorter timeline.
To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:
First, Set Your Priorities [3:50]Be Intentional With Your Guest List [5:37]Consider Your Wedding Party Size [7:43]Change Up The Roles of Your Wedding Party [10:27]You May Need to Be Flexible With Your Venue [13:09]Your Timeline Can Be More Flexible [15:20]Vendors Might Not Necessarily Be Cheaper [17:02]Consider Live Streaming [19:22]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HerePurchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheetsThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!
📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467
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139 | Everything You Never Knew to Ask About Wedding Day Lighting with Renowned Event Designs
Today, we are talking about lighting with our friends, Brandy and Sarah of renowned event designs and they're going to spill all the secrets from twinkly lights to jaw-dropping uplights that are going to make your venue pop. Whether you're going for a rustic chic, full glam, or garden party vibes, we've got the scoop for you to make your wedding shine like no other.
So who are our guests for today? Brandy and Sarah are co-founders of Renowned Event Designs, a lighting, draping, and custom build production company that emerged from Nashville, Tennessee and has since expanded its footprint nationwide. We are so excited to share their brilliance on the podcast today!
To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:
Why is wedding day lighting so important [6:16]Breaking down the different kinds of wedding day lighting [7:40]Popular Lighting Trends in 2024 [10:10]How can lighting be used on your wedding day [13:17]What should couples be thinking about during their venue walkthrough [16:45]How much to budget for lighting [20:55]What mistakes do couples make when it comes to their lighting [27:03]Should you DIY your lighting [33:00]How far in advance should you reach out to a lighting company [36:14]This or That with Renowned Event Designs [42:54]Never Have I Ever with Renowned Event Designs [44:40]Wedding Lighting Terminology You Need to Know [47:07]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HereLearn more about Brandy and Sarah at Renowned Event DesignsFollow Renowned Event Designs on InstagramGrab our Wedding Design Mood BoardBook a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situationThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!
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138 | Who Plans What? Navigating All Of The Pre-Wedding Festivities With Grace
Welcome back loverves, today, we’re diving into one of our MOST requested episodes to date. You all have been blowing up our DMs and emails which I LOVE to see, because you know I always love to hear from you, and so this week, by popular demand, we’re breaking down the pre-wedding festivities (the events that come BEFORE the wedding), so grab a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly because we are going to cover a LOT today!
To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:
Planning Your Engagement Party [3:25]Your Bachelor and/or Bachelorette Parties [6:23]Your Bridal Shower or Wedding Shower [10:45]It's Almost Wedding Time! Let's Talk About Your Bridesmaid/Groomsmen Luncheon [15:28]Your Rehearsal Dinner (or Welcome Party!) [20:06]Bonus Tips for Your Pre-Wedding Festivities [24:07]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HereThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!
📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467
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137 | Do You Need a Honeymoon Travel Agent: Honeymoon Planning Tips from an Insider
Whether you're envisioning a romantic getaway, an adventurous escape, or a luxury retreat, one crucial question you might be asking yourselves is, What kind of experiences are we going to have on our honeymoon? What does honeymoon planning really look like? Yes, today, we're embarking on a journey into the enchanting world of honeymoon destinations, how to plan for the trip of a lifetime, essential considerations, and so much more.
So, grab your partner, set your out-of-office reply, or pop open a bottle of champagne (you're almost newlyweds, after all!) and get ready to dive deep because this episode is all about curating the perfect honeymoon for your newly minted marriage!
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Should you go on your honeymoon right after your wedding? [4:48]Planning to visit multiple cities on your honeymoon [8:45]Honeymoon planning tips for balancing relaxation and experiences [10:52]The best honeymoon experience [16:02]The best destinations for a honeymoon [18:18]Working with a travel advisor [20:40]Average budget for a honeymoon [28:49]Does it cost money to work with a travel agent? [30:05]Getting started with honeymoon planning [31:57]Cheapest time to book international flights [39:17]Should we ask for complimentary upgrades on your honeymoon? [41:58]Extra honeymoon planning tips [44:18]Never Have I Ever [46:08]This or That [48:07]Special Deal for Our Loverves [50:21]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HereThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop
Connect with the show!
📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467
IG: @asktheplannerpodcast
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136 | How much does a LUXURY micro wedding really cost? Going big on intimate experiences
Welcome back loverves, to the FINAL part of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, from how much your venue costs to your wedding day glow up. Last week, we broke things down even further for a backyard wedding or airbnb wedding, and today, we're focusing on luxury MICRO weddings in the same way. If you’ve been imagining a wedding that still has all of the bells and whistles of a traditional wedding, but you want to prioritize guest experience and aesthetics over a larger guest count, we’re sharing all about that today!
To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:
What a luxury micro wedding really is [4:34]Choosing a wedding venue for your micro wedding [5:56]Investing in personalized experiences and luxury decor and florals [8:36]What to budget for that is NOT affected by guest count [10:25]Budgeting for a wedding planner [12:46]
Links Mentioned in the Episode
Find the Full Shownotes HereGrab our FREE wedding budget checklistPurchase our COMPLETE wedding budget bundle spreadsheetsThe Ultimate Wedding Planning ChecklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show!
📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467
IG: @asktheplannerpodcast
TikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast
💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/
💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com
Customer Reviews
June 2024 bride
Hi Dez! I live in the DC Area and I’ve been listening to your podcast since last summer and love starting my week off with your podcast. I drive a lot for work so I’m always listening to a podcast,and enjoy looking forward to my Monday morning car rides.
I’d love to hear a podcast episode about wedding mindset, stress reduction, and how to stay positive on your wedding day/ leading up to it. A lot of advice is about planning well but I’d love to hear mindset tips!
My Type A Wedding Planning Lifeline!
Hi Des! I just started wedding planning (we got engaged last month and we plan to get married May 2025) but I’ve been dreaming of planning our wedding for a long time. I’m type A, have been in a handful of weddings, used to plan fundraising events in college, and I’m just finding it so fun to get into the nitty gritty. But there’s so much about weddings I don’t know. I tried a couple other wedding pods before yours and got irritated that they seemed to be ads for specific expensive vendors, and basically they were sharing the same info I can find online. I LOVE listening to your podcast for a succinct summary of what you didn’t know you need to know. I feel confident that by next May I’ll have all the details considered, I’ll be ready to delegate tasks, and I’ll be able to have a lovely day ❤️. Thank you!
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This podcast has been so helpful (enough so that I jumped over from Spotify where I listen to this platform just to leave a review)! Great to skip around - I’ve listened to a bunch of different episodes (whatever catches my attention) and it never fails to make me feel equipped to tackle the tasks in front of me. Highly recommend!