From Ring to Veil a Wedding Planning podcast

The Final Episode - Episode #210 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists ANNOUNCEMENT: As you all know ...life! Shannon and Kim have really enjoyed this podcast, but we have decided that since we are no longer in the wedding business that it would be best to wrap up From Ring to Veil. The show will still be available and you can listen to all 210 episodes but we will no longer be releasing new episodes. The Facebook group will continue as well as our page. We will still respond to questions asked in the group, so please feel free to reach out there. Life, as it is, is changing a bit for both of us. Not having time to dedicate to this show we would like to leave on a high note and not let the content suffer. We are both moving into different areas that aren’t in the wedding industry and feel that there are other podcasts that will stay relevant. FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: {Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On -

Wedding Traditions Around the World - Episode #209 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Traditions can be fun, some useless, some even downright appalling. We thought we’d share a few from around the world with you. Who knows you might want to include one or two in your wedding. From Brides.com and other sources Mexico: As a Mexican bride and groom are exchanging their vows, the minister drapes a "lazo," or lasso, made of rosary beads and flowers around their shoulders in the shape of a figure eight. Not only does "el lazo" represent the union of the couple, but its shape also resembles the infinity symbol, signifying how long they're hoping the marriage will last. Italy: The night before the wedding, an Italian groom throws a surprise party outside his bride-to-be's window. "La serenata" begins with the groom, backed by musicians, serenading his fiancée, then turns into a full-blown bash, complete with a lavish buffet and all the couple's friends and family. South Korea: As part of the "Falaka" ceremony in South Korea, the groom's friends and family hold him down as they beat the bottoms of his feet with a stick or dried fish. In between beatings, he's asked trivia questions, so the custom is said to help strengthen his memory and his feet. Wales: Back in the day, when a Welshman fell in love and was ready to commit, he carved spoons from wood, called "lovespoons," and gave them to his beloved. Decorations included keys, signifying the key to his heart, and beads, symbolizing the number of children he was hoping for. Peru: In Peruvian weddings, the cake is typically assembled with ribbons attached to charms, one of which is a fake wedding ring. During the reception, all the single women in attendance participate in the "cake pull," each grabbing a ribbon. The single lady who pulls out the fake wedding ring, per tradition, will be the next to get married. Germany: After getting married, couples in Germany are presented with a large log and a saw. By sawing the log in half as a team, it is believed they are proving their ability to work together in overcoming obstacles. Ireland: In Ireland, when the bride and groom are dancing, the bride must keep at least one foot on the floor at all times. Irish folklore states that if she doesn't, evil fairies will come and sweep her away. This might make dancing slightly difficult... Russia: In a gesture of respect, couples in Moscow often take wedding photos at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier near the Kremlin, then lay down flowers afterward. Norway: Norwegian tradition states that the bride will wear an ornate silver and gold crown that has small charms dangling all around it. When she moves, the tinkling sound is supposed to deflect evil spirits. Guatemala: the parents of Guatemalan grooms can do whatever they want, including smashing things. When the newlyweds arrive, it's a tradition that the groom's mom breaks a white ceramic bell filled with grains like rice and flour to bring prosperity to the couple. French: French brides and grooms traditionally eat chocolate and champagne after the reception. They must consume these treats from a toilet bowl. The point is to give the twosome strength before their wedding night. Egypt: For good luck, Egyptian women pinch the bride on her wedding day. Sweden: A Swedish bride puts a silver coin from her father and a gold coin from her mother in each shoe to ensure that she'll never do without. Morocco: Moroccan women take a milk bath to purify themselves before their wedding ceremony. Holland: a pine tree is planted outside the newlyweds' home as a symbol of fertility and luck. South Africa: The parents of both bride and groom traditionally carried fire from their hearths to light a new fire in the newlyweds' hearth. Iceland: So significant was the drinking and loss of money that in the late 1700s the Icelandic government put a stop to the alcohol-fueled weddings. Celebrations were patrolled and soon weddings were referred to as “bread parties.” Coffee and pastries were enjoyed and the Kransekaka cake became a favorite wedding tradition. Quite different from Anglo wedding desserts, the cake is made of layered pastry wreaths concealing a bottle of wine or a tower of chocolates and candies inside. Austria: The auction of the bridal shoe is very popular in Austria. It helps to fill the newlyweds’ purse. Like at a real auction all wedding guests bid on the shoe. The custom stipulates, however, that the final bid is made by the father, best man or groom. Only with a purchased shoe can he uphold the honor of his daughter or wife. Tune in for big announcement on our next episode #210. FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: {Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

Where to Propose and Other Fun Stuff - Episode #208 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Today we are sharing a few articles we found on where to propose. Plus we have a few fun extras, including a listener question! Popular places to get engaged around the world Central Park, NY The Eiffel Tower, Paris Brooklyn Bridge, NY The Grand Canyon, AZ Oia, Santorini The Colosseum, Rome Tower Bridge, London Sydney Opera House, Australia The Louvre, Paris Lake Louise, Hamlet Alberta Canada Popular places to get engaged in the US *Check out the link for more info like where to propose in each city! Chicago Nantucket NYC Austin Boston San Fran LA Honolulu Philly Charleston Places to get engaged in each US state Weird wedding stuff Uninvited guests http://fromringtoveil.com/hair SOLOMOON Listener Question: Hey, Ladies, I love the podcast! I have been binge listening since I got engaged! I love your interviews but also enjoy when just you two chat. I am sorry if this has already been a question, I tried to search it within the group. My mom and I are not close, my fiancé and I have planned and are paying for our wedding. My mom wants to be involved and has even bought shirts for two of the guys in the wedding party without telling us, in a different color than the rest of the wedding party will be wearing. After I found out I called the two guys and told them not to worry the shirts they had already were what we wanted so everyone matches. We planned it so we could have the wedding we want. She is intent on being involved somehow any ideas how to solve this? I have heard suggestions like flowers or something but that is already taken care of and I am anticipating a blowout with us or my sister who lives with her and her refusal to come to the wedding. (this is not uncommon she left my sisters graduation party because my sister invited her half-brother) If she does not come besides the initial awkwardness with my family and my stepdad (who I am close to) there I don't think it would bother me. In fact, I hope it happens before the wedding rather than at the wedding. Any advice or possible solutions much appreciated! FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: {Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –

Wedding Money Saving Tips – Episode #207 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists It’s time for some more money-saving tips. We’ve had shows on individual areas such as floral but today we are giving you a great list to choose from. Offseason venues or get married on a weekday In – season floral Make a budget and stick to it Wedding website Wedding party Gifts: Pay for hair and makeup/ outfit accessories Guest list cull cull cull Small and intimate, limit plus ones Alternate bridesmaids' bouquets, single stem “bouquets” Go paperless Seating chart rather than cards Menu sign, rather than personal menus Rent House for a venue, housing, and honeymoon Consider college campus Courthouse wedding Borrow jewelry Dress: Consignment Samples Order early Borrow from newlyweds or go in together for floral and or décor Let your family help if they offer Reuse floral, bouquets as centerpieces, relocate large pieces, make large pieces from smaller ones Candles Borrow fancy car for exit Cut the floral boutonnieres and corsages, Limit alcohol options-signature cocktail, 1 red, and 1 white wine option, limit beer selection Consider college students for live music Price multiple options Cake, small cake for cutting, cupcake or other sweets for guests. Catering-buffet, passed appetizers, single menu options Drinks Charitable favor/no favors/favors as centerpieces Chairs moved from ceremony to reception Disposable plates for cake Suburb restaurants can be less pricey than inner city Ask about kids pricing for catering or have a separate menu Buy secondhand decor Late night snacks but not for everyone, since not everyone will close out the night Listener Question: Hello! So my mom and others really want to help me make decisions and do the research involved with hiring our vendors and such. How do I politely tell them when I expect them to do their part? I'd think that within a couple of days to a week it would be acceptable to check back in for a progress report, but I've been finding that they haven't gotten to that task yet. FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On – 

How to Pamper Mom with Anne Timss – Episode #206 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists One of our favorite guest hosts is back! Anne Timss is here to share some ideas on how to pamper Mom on your wedding day. If you missed any of Anne's past episodes we have linked them here: Wedding Makeup and Hair Roundtable Current Trends in Wedding Hair and Makeup Here are some of the topics we discuss: Dress shopping Fresh makeup Newer hairstyles Papering Face mask Eye mask Facial Oils Scalp massages Water and drinks Find mom’s style if she hasn’t had a trial Timing on the day of, mom needs things done before the helping of the dress photos so that she’s fully dressed and photo ready Feeling left out Helping to feel confident Aging moisturizers Kiehl's Ultra facial cream UV sunscreen Hyaluronic acid – Neutrogena review La Mare – Kelp fermented infused Who pays typically James Maloy – tape demo on Instagram LINKS: Podcast: http://fromringtoveil.com/BTBS Agency: http://fromringtoveil.com/pdnw [responsive-slider id=3222] FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

Destination Wedding - A Bride's Experience - Episode #205 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists When Sam (a bride and listener) reached out to us she told us that she has a story to tell we said absolutely. If you are thinking about a destination wedding, check out this episode! These are a few of the things we discussed about her destination wedding: Planning a wedding on the Virgin Islands How did she find her vendors, venue, and dress How she decided on a location Local resources Most difficult vendor to find What happened vs. what she expected What she had to give up to get what she wanted Reading reviews Helping others in planning Let Sam(and us) know if you have any questions or concerns about your destination wedding planning. Contact Sam - samcindrich@gmail.com [responsive-slider id=3202] Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{Stitcher}{Youtube} {iHeartradio}{Alexa}{ CastBox}{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On – THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:  

Wedding Officiants – Episode #204 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Hi ladies! I’m getting married this summer and have been listening to your podcast for about a year now! Thank you for all your advice it’s been really helpful. I was wondering, do you have an episode that talks about having a friend/family member officiate the ceremony?? We want a close friend of ours to officiate our wedding but he has never done one before and I have only been in one other wedding so I’m not an expert either. We are doing a very casual, non - religious ceremony but I still want to make sure we are legally married by the end of it Any advice or sources you have would be greatly appreciated! ! Episode 23 - Hiring a Wedding Officiant Who can officiate Friend JOP Preacher or Religious leader Sea Captain Recognized officiants by state: https://www.thespruce.com/recognized-marriage-officiants-2300735 https://theamm.org/marriage-laws/ Tips for having a friend officiate: https://www.brides.com/story/tips-for-using-friend-as-officiant-sandy-malone https://www.theknot.com/content/friend-officiate-ceremony-how-to https://seattlebridemag.com/expert-wedding-advice/how-legally-officiate-wedding Let them add to the ceremony, or give input Practice Give them instruction on what to wear In order for the marriage to be legal, your officiant has to include the declaration of intent, or the "Do you take..." and "I do" vows portion of the ceremony. Your officiant must complete the marriage license Members of the clergy, judges, justices of the peace, and some notary publics are all qualified to perform weddings. Oddly enough, in some states, an officiant isn’t required at all. In Pennsylvania, Colorado, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia, a couple can simply marry in front of witnesses and submit the required paperwork to the state, no officiant needed. ________________ Here's how much the average wedding costs in every state: https://www.thisisinsider.com/average-cost-of-wedding-every-state-2019-2#wyoming-26017-51 Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

The In’s and Out’s of Wedding Registries-Episode # 203 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists The wedding registry business has changed in the last few years. Most couples are getting married later in life or have lived together for a while and have the household items they need. There are now registries for other things besides housewares and linens. We are going to go over that plus where and how to register. Tips for a good registry Take stock of items you have and items you need to replace Register at more than one store- we recommend one online, one box store and one specialty store. Try not to overlap registries Keep track of everything, you will need to send Thank you notes out. Always check the return policy Don’t add the registry to your wedding invitation- add it to your website and shower invites What to register for in a typical registry: Tableware Formal dinnerware (China) Informal dinnerware Silverware/flatware glasses Linens Sheets, pillowcases Towels Tablecloths Placemats napkins Cook and kitchenware Pot and pans Cooking utensils Small electric appliances A Bridal Registry is Not Only About the Kitchen - Episode #22 Where to find a typical registry Department stores Macy’s Nordstroms JCPenney Tiffany & Co Big Box Stores Wal-Mart Target Bed Bath and Beyond Online Amazon Zola Wayfair Specialty Stores Crate and Barrel Pottery Barn Williams and Sonoma Honeymoon funds and gift fund sites Gift cards for airlines and hotels Honeymoon excursions Dinner and drink gift cards Add funds for trips and house Large item gift collection Recap on thank you notes- How to Express your Gratitude, Episode #73 Set aside a part of every day to write thank you notes. Send thank you notes within 3 months of gift receipt but can be done up to a year. Here is The Emily Post's 10 do's and don'ts for Thank You Notes- Do personalize your notes and make reference to the person as well as the gift. Do remember that a gift should be acknowledged with the same courtesy and generous spirit in which it was given. Do be enthusiastic, but don’t gush. Avoid saying a gift is the most beautiful thing you have ever seen unless you really mean it. Don’t send form letters or cards with printed messages and just your signature; don’t use email or post a generic thank you on your wedding web site in lieu of a personal note. Do promptly acknowledge the receipt of shipped gifts by sending a note right away or calling and following up with a written note in a day or two. Don’t mention that you plan to return a gift or that you are dissatisfied in any way. Don’t tailor your note to the perceived value of the gift; no one should receive a perfunctory note. Do refer to the way you will use a gift of money. Mentioning the amount is optional. Don’t include wedding photos or use photo cards if it will delay sending the note. Don’t use being late as an excuse not to write. Even if you are still sending notes after your first anniversary, keep writing! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

Feeling Comfortable in Front of the Camera with Jill Steenson – Episode #202 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Let’s face it there will be more pictures taken of you on your wedding day than you’ve probably ever have had before. It takes some getting used to and some of us still aren’t that comfortable. Today we have Jill Steenson with Lillian Lane Photography here with us. Jill is here to help us share with you some tips and tricks on how to feel comfortable in front of the camera. With her experience both behind and in front of the camera, she’s the perfect guest host for today’s topic. People around you feeling comfortable with your photographer feeling comfortable with your partner, or who you’re being photographed with choose a more secluded location if you’re introverted don’t have people watching your photo shoot if you’re not 100% comfortable with that Atmosphere Play music that brings up your mood/helps with movement Have a LITTLE wine Make sure the temp is okay for you/dress for the temp Take a break if you need one Bring a snack/water Prep Eat something! You’ll want energy meditate/visualize yourself having fun do a light workout or yoga if you can avoid the news/anything that stresses you. Instead, listen to music that makes you happy take a moment with your partner before the shoot and just look into his/her eyes for a full three to four minutes (dopamine) Ask your photographer for help for prompts to bring out fun emotions Both you and your partner can come up with fun challenges to help each other to have fun and get great photos *slow run competition *yell the artist/name of each song as it comes on (one point for each) *dance with each other *bear hug, or have him pick you up Avoid planning a shoot that you’ll have to wake up very early for unless you’re used to that. Choose a time of day that you know you’re productive. Appearance Put on a little more than daily wear makeup (false lashes look nice in photos) Wear clothing you feel comfortable in/clothing that moves/avoid stiff fabrics Avoid heels/stilettos unless you’re very used to wearing them LINKS: Lillian Lane Photography Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

Wedding Facts and Findings - Episode #201 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists This weeks episode is full of facts about weddings. How much the average costs are and even the best places to get married ranked by WalletHub. 2019’s Best Places to Get Married - WalletHub 2018 Costs of Weddings 2017 Avg - $25,764 2018 Avg - $24,723 I would just like to give From Ring to Veil a HUGE shoutout from my rooftop all the way in Louisiana...... THANK YOU SO MUCH for your FABULOUS podcasts, which by the way, have inspired and taught me more than any magazine or book on the shelf EVER could! I may not be a bride...well, I was almost 27 years ago, and my oh my how things have changed; however, I am a Mother of the Bride and not just one bride, but TWO brides. Yes... both of my daughters are getting married one month (technically 5 weeks) apart. The first daughter got married on February 2nd and is currently on her honeymoon, and the second wedding will take place on March 9th. Both daughters have completely different styles, so the second wedding is certainly not going to be a “copy and paste” kind of wedding. Your podcasts have educated me and allowed me to envision a perfect wedding day for both my girls in two totally different spaces! There is absolutely NO WAY I could have planned these weddings without the help of Kim and Shannon! (I actually refer to these two rockstars to my family and friends as my “virtual besties” although I’ve never met them personally!) If you are the bride or the Mother of a Bride, I strongly recommend their podcasts to you! It was a game changer for me, and for that, I will forever be grateful to my two virtual besties! 💕 -Kelly THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On –  

Wedding Free for ALL! - Episode #200 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists It’s our 200th show!!! Today we are giving you lots of fun and interesting info. From questions to trends and newsworthy weddings. Questions and Topics: *What is the proper etiquette for inviting guest to the shower that live more than an hour or so away? They will be invited to the wedding but do you do the shower too? *Dresses w/pockets *Balloons on veils *Cotton Candy bouquets; Puppies as bouquets *How to tell your bridesmaids that they are pissing you off but in a nice way *Simple, intimate, yet meaningful wedding ideas *Shoe do’s and don’ts for brides and bridesmaids. IN THE NEWS: Las Vegas wedding chapel offering Dunkin Donuts themed weddings Cemetery Was the Right Vibe for a Glamour Goth Wedding Facebook Wedding Shaming groups are the nasty new trend taking over social media TREND REPORT: “The new way to brand your wedding can’t be seen—it must be smelled. Custom blends of perfumes and essential oils are crafted especially for the occasion.” “Couples are using the invitations to make a bold statement about their upcoming celebration, sending everything from uniquely crafted boxed correspondence to custom video messages.” “Sculptural is the name of the game, with couples hiring pro cake bakers to create unexpected shapes and varying sized tiers – so much so, it’s hard to tell if they’re wedding cakes or art installations.” Suits and jumpsuits on Bridesmaids Secret/Destination Elopements – like celebrities Neon Signage Gold dresses, floral, colors(ful) Weed weddings Grazing stations, sharing platters Edible displays...canapé towers, doughnut walls, FACT CHECK: Marriages are on the decline with millennials. Getting hitched? Atlanta named America’s 4th best place for weddings Of the 182 cities on the list, WalletHub ranked Orlando at the very top, followed by Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On -  

Planning a Honeymoon - Episode #199 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share! Join our Facebook Group Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) Today our guest host is Irina Vishnevskaya. Irina has a formal education in International Business and was once at the helm of one of Hungary's first craft breweries and worked for a company that installed craft breweries all around the world. She started allé travel, a travel planning company. She is also a travel contributor at Huffington Post, Peaceful Dumpling, Spirited Table, Pink Pangea, as well as, of course, on the allé travel blog. The first big question: when to honeymoon (right after the wedding vs. with a delay) -- pros and cons of each approach Delay 6-12 months Destinations that generally work really well for honeymoons Google place including month you are wanting to travel Spring – Italy Summer – Croatia, Sylvania, Bali Fall – Europe, Portugal, Coryzal Island, Greece Winter - Thailand, Mexico Once you're on your honeymoon: tips for success: Start talking about it early not 2 weeks before Balance on a honeymoon Get clear about your priorities, top 3 things you want from the honeymoon Budget Work with someone/professional Go! What it's like to work with a honeymoon planner { Facebook }{ Instagram } THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

Engagement Party Essentials - Episode #198 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share!  Join our Facebook Group  Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists      Do you have to have an Engagement Party?  No, but it’s an opportunity for family and friends to interact and get to know each other in an intimate setting.  It’s totally up to you if you want to have one.  Outline/timeline:  Pick a date 6-12 weeks from Engagement  Decide who’s hosting, Traditionally bride’s parents.    The guest list, the rule is that anyone invited to the engagement party is invited to the wedding.    The venue can be as big or small, informal or formal as you as a couple would like. Once that is decided upon then finding a venue will be much easier.  Backyard, private dining room, or favorite bar!    Register, you don’t have to have a full gift registry set up but it’s a good idea to have something to share with anyone that asks.  Gifts aren’t required.  Send invites, yes, they are needed as you would for any other official gathering.  Menu, appetizers, BBQ, or plated dinner.  It’s up to you and your desired celebration.  Details/Decor, focus on celebrating.  Keep it simple.  Doesn’t have to be the same as the wedding reception.  Games, maybe you are game people maybe you aren’t, but having something fun even a photo show could create love and laughter. Lawn games for a backyard party or a scavenger hunt are a few ideas.  Attire, you can wear white if you so choose.  You can go as formal or informal as you’d like.  Hawaiian shirts or bow ties.  Totally up to you!  Favors, not need but if you want, a save the date magnet or reminder of the wedding date would be acceptable.   Photos, of course!!  Take a big family photo and take advantage of this gathering of family and friends.  Just remember that this is a celebratory party with your closest friends and family who may not know each other well.  Keep it simple and allow your guests to get to know each other.  Make sure you introduce your families.  FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee   Join our Facebook Group  Subscribe to the podcast: {Apple Podcasts}{Spotify}{Stitcher}{Youtube} {iHeartradio}{Alexa}{CastBox}{GooglePodcasts}  -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On- 

  Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts }  Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) Picking out a wedding date can be hard. We are hoping to help with that by giving you a few dates NOT to have a wedding on. Plus, we are here to give you some guidance on how life is going to change now that you are engaged. Dates not to have your wedding on A few dates to avoid: Super Bowl Sunday Final Four/March Madness World Series Large Festival Weekends that take place (in Austin- SXSW, ACL Festival) Holiday weekends con- families have standing plans or traditions Mother’s Day Father’s Day Independence Day Thanksgiving Christmas/New year's (Irish tradition states that New Year's Eve is a lucky day to get married-You will be able to start fresh and happy in the New Year) Tax Day Bad luck: Friday 13th Patriot Day-Sept 11th Ides of March (March 15th) Remembrance Day- Dec 7th Religious Observances Rosh Hashana Yom Kippur Chanukah Palm Sunday Easter Sunday Passover Kwanzaa Close to a birthday Leap Day- don't do it, it just confuses everything and everyone! Thanks to TheKnot for helping us out with this, here is a link to check out all dates for 2019, 2020, and 2021. https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-dates-to-avoid Etiquette for Newly Engaged Couples It is not bragging to post a pic of your engagement ring on social media but it makes a happy statement to include you and your fiancé in the photo(s) as well. People are going to ask questions. Be ready. Think about how you will kindly and tactfully answer these questions. And some people will be nosy! You may, and it is encouraged, register before the engagement party if you choose to have one. But do not include the registry info on the party invitation. Only offer the info if asked. If you have yet to meet parents do so as soon as possible. If you do not like the engagement ring that was picked out for you: There are a few options: learn to love it or work together to design something new. Just remember that the giver has feelings too so be kind. Give great thought into who you will ask to be in your bridal party. Its hard to take back once you’ve asked, or blurted out on a whim. Episode 168 Traditionally the engagement party is thrown by the bride's parents but anyone can host, even you! But don’t ask your MOH or Best Man to host as they have other obligations. If you opt to have the party, make sure it’s closer to the engagement rather than the wedding. Refrain as long as possible from oversharing wedding planning details on social media. First, you want to keep your details a surprise for your guest. Secondly, you will receive much advice, much of it unsolicited! You may be asked quite a few questions about the ring, how big is it, how much was it, or even is it real. Answering with an “it’s not the size that matters to me, I love it” is advised. Even using humor to lighten the conversation can be another way to go. Usually, Engagement parties are kept fairly small since you will most likely want to invite them to the wedding also. When it comes to changing your status on social media, that’s totally up to you. But we advise waiting until you’ve told your VIPs. Don’t want ma finding out through FB. Share your love not your brags. Calling you in-laws Mom and Dad...it’s up to you. Some never feel comfortable doing that. Don’t panic and get overwhelmed at the idea of planning a wedding. There are lots of resources and people to help you. Don’t let planning take precedence over your relationship! Keep dating!!! Episode 179 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

How to Navigate Wedding Shows when you are Newly Engaged - Episode #196 Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }GooglePodcasts } Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide                  ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) Pantone color of the year: Living Coral Wedding shows: How to navigate: Start Early Start searching for wedding shows and expos that you are interested in right after you are engaged or at least a year in advance. I would suggest going to different types of shows, the large expo ones, a venue tour or open house and a boutique show that is a more intimate setting that usually has a mock wedding set up with ceremony and reception decor. Pre-Register Pre-registering usually allows you to receive discount tickets so you can avoid the lines at the ticket box office on the day of the show. It also gets you free stuff! We all like free things. Research and Strategize Know what vendors you definitely want to see and find them on the layout map, which you can find on the show's website. Set-up a new email address, you will be inundated with emails after the show. Create address labels with your name, wedding date and new email address, every vendor you will meet will want this information either for them to send you newsletters or enter you into drawings for gifts or discounts. Bring a notebook and use your phone camera. Write down the vendors information, what you liked about them, what you didn't like about them and if they have their booth set up with something that catches your eye, take a photo. You are not the Only Star in this Show Please realize that you and your tribe are not the only focus for the vendors, they are looking for as many potential clients as possible. That is not to say that you are not important. If it is a vendor that you are interested in booking their services make sure that you talk to them, introduce yourself and tell them your needs. Gather their information, give them your information, on your address label that you created, and if possible, make an appointment for a one on one consultation. Go to the Seminars and Fashion Shows You paid good money for your ticket to this show so get your money's worth out of it. The producers usually have great keynote speakers and the bridal fashion shows are usually top of the line gowns with touches, like bouquets, from vendors in the show. The guest speakers will have great planning information and the fashion show will give you an idea of your likes and dislikes and how the dresses move while walking and such. You may like that mermaid cut gown, but if you can't walk well in it then it may not be for you. Last but not any way the least important… Wear Comfortable Shoes I know you want to look your best but you are going to be walking lots. Don't wear the 5-inch stilettos, your feet will be barking by the end of the day. If you want a good list of wedding shows and other great information please check out Here comes the Guide. They have a list of tons of wedding shows in all 50 states. You’re engaged, now what: * Sharing the engagement news * Engagement parties Yes or No * How to start planning your wedding Sharing the news ideas and when to tell * Important peeps/VIPs * Parents/Grandparents * Best Friends * Kids Ideas on how to share the news * Then Facebook, coworkers, social media AFTER your VIPs have been told. * T-shirts * Christmas ornaments * Cute Video * Photo/Graphic * Online engagement e-cards * Phone calls still work * Is texting allowed? If you choose to have an engagement party * Bride's parents normally host * Can have more than one depending on the location of the bride's and groom's parents * Traditionally it was to announce the engagement now it is more of a celebration of the couple * Gifts or no gifts * are not expected * The party is for family and close friends of the couple, not the parent's friends… they all expect to be invited to the wedding. * Could it also be for family and close friends who might be unable to attend the actual wedding * cocktail and dinner are popular THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-

Trends 2019 - Episode #195 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share! Join our Facebook Group Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) *This was recorded before Pantone revealed their color of the year for 2019!* Last episode of 2018! Pantone spring/summer 2019 color palette. Trends and what to look for in 2019. PANTONE SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COLOR PALETTE: Fiesta, Jester Red, Turmeric, Living Coral, Pink Peacock, Pepper Stem, Aspen Gold, Princess Blue, Toffee, Mango Mojito, Terrarium Moss, Sweet Lilac Spring/Summer 2019 Neutrals: Soybean, Eclipse, Sweet Corn, Brown Granite 2019 Trends Bridal Dresses- Megan Markle’s Dress influence, both the wedding dress with boatneck and sleeves and the reception dress. A resurgence of the bridal tiara Oversized- bows, sleeves, sparkle and floral elements Bridal Jumpsuit Florals Bright colors- purple replacing pink Abundant greenery Dahlias Hanging florals, garlands, floral walls Décor More Rust, silver, and gold, phasing out of rose gold and coppers Industrial décor less rustic Lots of texture in linens Lace trims Frayed edges Beading Invitation Suites and event branding Unique features on papers Geometric cutouts Watercolors Wax Seals Color blocking Custom illustrations Custom Monogramming Food Themed food stations instead of one buffet Raw seafood bar Pizza Tacos Custom cocktails or interactive bars where guest can choose their own cocktails Hair and makeup A natural look for makeup with bold accents such as a wine-colored lip or full lashes Half up sweeps that frame face with locks softly gathered in the back of the head The wedding isn’t just for Saturdays anymore- choose a Friday or Sunday. LINKS FOR TRENDS: http://theeverygirl.com/5-wedding-trends-every-2019-bride-should-know-about/ https://www.weddingforward.com/2019-wedding-trends/3/ https://www.theknot.com/content/bridal-fashion-week-spring-2019-wedding-dress-trends https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/wedding-trends-from-the-experts https://www.vogue.com/article/spring-2019-bridal-fashion-week-trends THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

Alternative Engagement Rings and Incorporating Family Heirloom Jewelry - Episode #194 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share! Join our Facebook Group Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) Today we chat with Anna Sheffield, Fine Jewelry artist!  Alternative and distinctive jewelry is her thing and she's here to help us help you make the best of your heirloom jewelry. Anna Sheffield takes a distinctive approach to jewelry design, informed by her fine art sculpture training and years spent at the helm of her two New York-based brands. Anna Sheffield Fine Jewelry creates a unique style through an alchemical merging of the beautiful with the perfectly imperfect, irreverence with femininity, and a modern sensibility with timeless chic. Committed to a philosophy of sustainable and ethical practices, Anna Sheffield Fine Jewelry aligns production with single origin gem sourcing and reclaimed diamonds and metals with the highest caliber of the craft. How did you get started as a jewelry designer? What made you want to design ceremonial jewelry? You are known for creating alternative engagement rings for the non-traditional bride. Can you tell us more about why you decided to focus on rings using champagne, black and grey diamonds? Tell us how a bride can incorporate family heirloom jewelry into their bridal look. What are your tips for selecting what jewelry to wear on your actual wedding day? What are some tips you can share when choosing your perfect engagement ring? You create a variety of different stacking bands; tell us more on how to match your wedding band to your specific diamond shape. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

Top 7 Wedding Venues Across the US - Episode #193 Pause and subscribe! Join our Facebook Group Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists Today we share with you, just a few of our favorite picks from the Brides.com much longer list of America’s Best Wedding Venues. Found on Brides.com The Barn at Flanagan Farm in Buxton, Maine. Take a 20-minute drive outside Portland to this meticulously restored 19th-century barn, which is open year-round. There’s also a cozy farmhouse perfect for unwinding with your wedding party pre- and post-nuptials; The Biltmore Ballrooms in Atlanta, Georgia In the heart of Midtown, you’ll find this historic landmark, which features an ivy-lined garden and two gilded ballrooms that are over-the-top in the best way possible; The White Sparrow Barn in Quinlan, Texas A beautiful white barn with built-in speakers and vintage rentals? Nadine Ramos Huerta, a wedding photographer, created this spot in 2014 (with space for endless photo ops, obvi!); Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island, Michigan This resort is known for its front porch, which spans the length of nearly two football fields and overlooks Lake Huron; Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis in St. Louis, Missouri The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, California The property’s gilded chapels and ornate ballrooms attract couples after old-world charm in SoCal. Not to mention, this place has been hosting weddings for more than a century. Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona The resort's lush gardens will make you forget you're in the Arizona desert. Gawk at the mountain views while you sample fare from celebrity chef Beau MacMillan; Listener Question My fiancé and I are planning our wedding in central Iowa near Des Moines. We live in northern IA, and all our guests are coming from Omaha, Kansas City, and the Quad Cities. So essentially we are planning a destination wedding since everybody is an out of town guest. We want to have our ceremony more intimate and smaller than our reception. We’re thinking about 100 ceremony and 300 reception. So anyways we have set up a wedding website with Zola and you can create the timeline of events for your guests and it shows all the details like time and place etc. So we really want to utilize this feature so that our guests have the time and place of our big events, time of breakfast the day after, and rehearsal the night before without having to keep track of the paper invitation they stuck on the fridge. BUT is it tacky or inconsiderate to have the ceremony or rehearsal on the website for everybody to view if not everybody is invited? And what would be a good way to have a complete schedule of events without having people showing up to things they aren’t invited to? I would prefer to have a basic invitation to cut costs with that and I know most of the time these two invites (ceremony v reception) are on different pieces of paper within the invitation suite and you just include the ceremony invitation in the suites that people are invited to both. I guess I’m having trouble with my OCD/etiquette on our website, I would like to have anything and everything available on the site to view but I don’t want to shove it in anybody’s face that they haven’t been invited to the ceremony. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/c Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On -  

Wedding Planning Questions - Episode #192 Pause and subscribe! Take a screenshot and share! Join our Facebook Group Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) Today we share all the wedding planning questions that you are asking! And we give you answers. Can we fire a member of our bridal/groom party? Yes, of course, you can, do it tastefully. If they are not doing their job as part of the wedding party or are causing strife within you can either replace them or ask them to bow out. How soon can I reach out to people who haven’t RSVPed? Do we have to pay for bridesmaids’ and grooms’ flights and rooms? No, you do not. If you have the resources you are welcome to do it or at least pay for accommodations. Can we have a no-phone, no-social media wedding? Yes, make it known to your guest either through invites, website or announcement at the ceremony. www.fromringtoveil.com/16 Linens rent or buy? Do I really need to give multiple gifts? Etiquette says, yes! But if you are going to multiple events you can limit. Showers and the wedding, yes you need to bring a gift and please use the registry Online Registries! Hi future wives, I am from Costa Rica and I am getting married in February. We aren’t going to do any dancing or Carnaval or even mariachi. We only want an acoustic rock band and maybe a trio of instruments for the lunch. What other activities can we do.. any ideas? The reception will be held on a terrace in front of a garden. We are thinking about doing what would be called a cake and champagne reception but neither of us like champagne so we’re looking for suggestions on another type of alcohol or alcohol that would go well with the dessert table THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Timelines and Checklists www.fromringtoveil.com/checklists FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

3 Secrets to a Happy Marriage - Episode 191 Today Kim is missing her co-host, Shannon, so she invites her husband of 21 years to record this show with her. Listen in as they discuss how they have such a happy marriage. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Seattle Metro Area Wedding Planning Resource Guide ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgpaperback ) ( http://fromringtoveil.com/rgkindle ) FRTV Swag www.fromringtoveil.com/tee Join our Facebook Group Subscribe to the podcast: { Apple Podcasts }{ Spotify }{ Stitcher }{ Youtube } { iHeartradio }{ Alexa }{ CastBox }{ GooglePodcasts } -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-