Belles & Banter

We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we are professional event and wedding planners. Welcome to our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this mini episode, we go through some common customs/traditions we see in western weddings and talk about their potential historical origins. Happy Valentines Day and Happy Lunar New Year!👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at mailto:bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyeg#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #weddingorganization #weddingplans #weddingorigins #weddinghistory

We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we are professional event and wedding planners. Welcome to our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this episode, we talk all about venues - the different types available, what to ask during tours, green flags to look for and red flags to help you avoid getting scammed!👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at mailto:bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyeg#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #weddingorganization #weddingplans #venueshopping #weddingvenue

We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we are professional event and wedding planners. Welcome to our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this episode, we talk about wedding budgets - giving you personal anecdotes and advice when building yours. From choosing your first number to how to react when you're offered monetary gifts... we cover it all!👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at mailto:bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyeg#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #weddingorganization #weddingplans #spreadsheets #budgets

💍✨ Welcome to Belles & Banter! ✨💍We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we are professional event and wedding planners. Welcome to our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this episode we talk about the essential decisions couples must make when planning their weddings. Throughout the episode, we share some personal anecdotes and insights so hopefully you can find this video relatable and informative if you're navigating the complexities of wedding planning right now.👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyegChapters:00:25 - The Foundational/First Decisions03:20 - Common Regrets07:30 - Stretching your Budget11:40 - Reminders for Guest Experience14:15 - 2nd (3rd?) Decision17:11 - An Aside about Elopements19:30 - A reminder...21:25 - Who is your wedding for?22:55 - 3rd (4th?) Decisions 26:13 - 4th (5th) Decision30:00 - Be Careful!31:00 - Closing thoughtsKeywordswedding planning, budget, guest count, micro weddings, wedding vibe, wedding decisions, elopement, wedding regrets, wedding tips, wedding advice#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #weddingorganization #weddingplans #spreadsheets

💍✨ Welcome to Belles & Banter! ✨💍We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we are professional event and wedding planners. Welcome to our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this episode, we focus on the importance of organization during the wedding planning process. The average couple spends 200 hours planning their wedding. We make recommendations for setting up your system to manage the many moving parts of a wedding from vendor communication to budget tracking. If you just got engaged, this is a great episode to help you get started on the often chaotic planning process. :)👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at mailto:bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyegChapters:00:25 - Length of Planning for our Weddings01:52 - Why does wedding planning spiral into chaos?03:24 - Step One - Setting Up Systems06:00 - Step Two - Populate your System07:10 - Checklists/Timelines/Schedule of the Day10:22 - Tools for Checklists/Timelines11:35 - Budget Information14:31 - Tools for Budgeting/Planning15:03 - Vendor Management/Communication18:10 - Tools for Vendor Management19:42 - Design Inspiration and Mood Boards23:10 - Logistics in Binder24:15 - Tools for Tracking Logistics26:10 - Digital vs Paper Planning31:54 - Recap for Planning Dashboard33:46 - Staying Calm and Organized on the Day-Of35:00 - Mistakes to Avoid!38:16 - Concluding RemarksKeywordswedding planning, organization, wedding budget, vendor management, wedding tips, stress management, wedding binder, planning tools, wedding apps, wedding statistics, wedding planning, organization tips, vendor communication, digital vs paper planning, wedding binder#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #filipinoweddding #culturalweddingsMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/oliver-massa/another-happy-dayLicense code: MP8VXJEUQCOFEZOZ

💍✨ Welcome to Belles & Banter! ✨💍We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we’re so excited to welcome you into our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.In this episode, we talk about the rich traditions of Filipino weddings, exploring various customs such as the money dance, the role of ninongs and ninangs, and the historical context of these practices. We also touch on the challenges faced by couples in intercultural marriages and the need for effective communication to honor both cultures. We also give tips and advice about planning a Filipino wedding if you're planning to incorporate these traditions into yours!👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? You can listen to Belles & Banter on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyegChapters:00:14 - AITA Post03:25 - Our Thoughts09:28 - Pre-Colonization Traditions16:43 - Post-Colonization Traditions19:20 - Western Influence on Traditions20:10 - Pamamanhikan25:05 - Typical Filipino Elements in Ceremonies45:44 - Tips for Planning a Filipino WeddingKeywordswedding planning, engagement, budgeting, guest list, wedding costs, family expectations, communication, wedding tips, wedding planning, guest list, wedding budget, wedding venue, wedding planner, wedding experience, family dynamics, wedding expectations, wedding mistakes, wedding vision#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamics #filipinoweddding #culturalweddingsMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/oliver-massa/another-happy-dayLicense code: YZ1V1SSOD06VSROL

💍✨ Welcome to the very first episode of Belles & Banter! ✨💍We’re The Wedding Belles (aka Justine, Julienne, and Joy) and we’re so excited to welcome you into our candid, supportive, and slightly chaotic world of event planning.💐 In this episode, you’ll learn about:💸 Why budgeting should be your very first step📋 How your guest list directly impacts every wedding decision🧾 The hidden costs couples don’t see coming🤍 When and why a wedding planner can save your sanity📱 How social media creates unrealistic wedding expectations✨ And why it’s okay to slow down and enjoy your engagementWhether you’re newly engaged, deep in planning mode, or just love wedding talk, this episode is packed with practical wedding advice, honest conversations, and reassurance that you’re not alone in this process.👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and share it with a newly engaged friend who needs a little wedding-planning pep talk.💬 Got questions or topics you want us to cover? Drop them in the comments or email us at bellesandbanter@gmail.com - we’d love to hear from you!🎧 Prefer audio? COMING SOON.. you will also be able to listen to Belles & Banter on your favorite podcast platform!Follow us on Instagram! @bellesandbanterOur Business Page: @theweddingbellesyegComing soon to all your favorite audio platforms!Chapters:07:05 Budgeting Basics for Weddings24:53 Guest List Dynamics and Decisions34:54 Envisioning the Big Picture for Your Wedding39:56 Choosing the Right Venue47:06 The Role of a Wedding PlannerKeywordswedding planning, engagement, budgeting, guest list, wedding costs, family expectations, communication, wedding tips, wedding planning, guest list, wedding budget, wedding venue, wedding planner, wedding experience, family dynamics, wedding expectations, wedding mistakes, wedding vision#weddingplanning #weddingbudget #weddingtips #weddingcosts #weddingvenue #weddingplanner #weddingexperience #engagement #guestlist #familydynamicsLicensing:Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/oliver-massa/another-happy-dayLicense code: ZW8MSCUEYCKBSF28