From Ring To Veil | 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

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 f

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

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

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/

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.fro

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 f

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 Sh

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

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

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

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, Portug

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 w

  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 (

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

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

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

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 Is

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 multi

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-