In these strange and harrowing times when weddings and fun events have been postponed, I thought it would be good to plan for the future and continue to answer Bridechilla wedding planning questions as a way to look to the future, to a time where we can celebrate again and also keep the momentum for those who are still in the planning stages for weddings that will be celebrated in the future!
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412- Wedding Planning Q&A

We find ourselves globally in a time of crisis, economically, health-wise and dealing with anxiety and the unknowingness of what is around the corner. In this special episode of Bridechilla, I welcome wedding planner, Leah Weinberg from Color Pop Events to talk about what to do if your wedding plans have been affected by COVID-19 and how to emotionally and logistically plan ahead. We keep it light and informative and hope that is a helpful episode for all.
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411- Keeping Chilla During Times of Crisis

In this best of Bridechilla episode, I am joined by Jacqueline Strum, the founder of ThirstyNest.com, the worlds first alcohol gift registry. This episode is everything you need to get the lowdown on alcohol at your wedding. Jacki shares her tips on how to order wine & spirits for a large crowd-how much to order and what type of alcohol should we serve? Do you have to go fancy? Will anyone notice? What do you do if you over order? We share some tips for creating a signature cocktail and not having your guests needing to be carried out of the venue before 6pm!
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
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410- Wedding Alcohol- what to serve and how to stay on budget

Planning a wedding is an exciting and joyous occasion. Anticipation of the big celebration with your friends and family can be exhilarating. However, the planning process can also be daunting and confusing. The Bridechilla Community is here to support and encourage you during this special and potentially overwhelming time. On this episode of the podcast, Aleisha addresses listener questions.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

409- Wedding Planning Q&A

Bridechilla Q&A returns! You can enjoy your wedding planning. And the Bridechilla podcast is here to help. Rather than being worried or stressed out, you can find support and encouragement from couples who have many of the same questions as you
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

408- Bridechilla Wedding Planning Q&A

Travel Planner Irina Vishnevskaya returns to share more helpful honeymoon planning and travel tips. Irina is the founder of Allé, a travel planning business that specializes in creating one-of-kind experiences for adventurers. During this episode she shares ways to save time and money when booking your honeymoon, how to decide where to holiday and make sure that you have all of the correct documentation in place prior to jetting off on your honeymoon adventure.

407- Top Tips for Planning a Meaningful Honeymoon

Bridechilla Q&A is back! Bridechilla founder, Aleisha answers wedding planning questions from the Bridechilla Community.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order! Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be! Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

406- Wedding Planning Q&A

We revisit a classic Bridechilla Episode over the holidays.
Planning a wedding involves so many factors. There are family and friends to consider, vendors to deal with, and so many other plans, all while preparing to start a new life with your partner. With so many variables, there are bound to be things that don’t go as planned. Perfectionism is an enemy to be defeated in wedding planning and in life. In this episode of the Bridechilla podcast, guest Dr. David Purves shares tools and takeaways to overcome and avoid perfectionism.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
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Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
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405-How to not be perfect and still be brilliant!

The Christmas and New Year period can wonderful, catching up with friends and family. It can also be challenging for many reasons. Being in a partnership means that you will work together to create new traditions but also potentially embrace your partner's family and some of their traditions too. It's can be a season of compromise and often it can be a struggle to be in two (or more places at once). This episode is for anyone that needs a pre-christmas (or Hanukkah) pep talk to keep it together, find ways to still have alone time and avoid political talk at the table.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be! Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

404- Surviving the Holidays

A Honeymoon and travel themed Bridechilla Q&A episode where Aleisha is joined by Irina Vishnevskaya, the founder of allé travel, a custom travel planning company in New York City. A majority of Irina's clients are planning their honeymoon. She answers the Bridechilla Communities honeymoon and travel questions, including how far in advance should you book you travel? Is insurance worth it? And do honeymoon upgrades and special treats actually exist?
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the
Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order! Join the Bridechilla Community
on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

403- Honeymoon and Travel Planning Q&A

Wedding planning can be stressful, and when your mind is all over the place, you tend to forget about the "what-might-happen" moments. Veteran wedding planner and podcast host, Renée Dalo joins Bridechilla to share her best tips about what you need to plan for just-in-case, how to handle things when the unexpected strikes, and shares her experiences of weddings not going as planned. This episode is a winner for anyone who is in the lead up to their wedding, has a long checklist and thinks 'surely I am forgetting something!?'
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order! Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

402- Things Everyone Forgets to Plan for On Their Wedding Day

In this episode of the Bridechilla Podcast, Aleisha answers questions from the Bridechilla Community about whether you should hire a planner or coordinator if at the last minute you are freaking out, rude people who are planning wedding day 'pop ins' and also how to you deal with people wanting to hang out with you all of a sudden when you announce your engagement and you think they're just in it for an invite! All that and more on Bridechilla!
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be! Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

401- Bridechilla Wedding Planning Q&A

Shopping for your wedding attire can take you through a rollercoaster of emotions. From managing expectations (your own and those around you) to opinions, being overwhelmed with choice and considering budget...it's A LOT.
In the 400th episode of the Bridechilla Podcast, I welcome back to the show Cavin Elizabeth, who as a wedding photographer is one of our regular and (most popular) guests. Cavin and her husband David have just bought a bridal boutique! Cavin shares a bunch of helpful, bullshit-free tips on finding a dress (or suit) that is truly you and avoiding getting stressed out in the process!
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

400- Stress-Free Wedding Dress Shopping

After you’ve made the important decision of where your wedding will be held, then it is time to decide how you can bring your wedding venue to life. What are some ways you can transform your wedding venue? Start by listening to this episode of the Bridechilla Podcast with guest Kevin Dennis, owner of Fantasy Sound Event Services in Livermore, California. Kevin has been in the wedding industry for 25 years and has a wealth of experience using sound, video, lighting, and decor to turn boring venues into beautiful and memorable spaces. 
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order! Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

399- Bring Your Wedding Venue to Life with Kevin Dennis

In this episode of the Bridechilla Wedding Planning Podcast Aleisha answer's wedding planning questions from the Bridechilla listeners, including do you have to invite frendors (friends who are vendors) to the wedding? How to un-invite a plus 1 and planning your own bachelorette party.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings. Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

398- Wedding Planning Q&A

Your wedding doesn’t have to leave a negative mark on the environment. There are some easy ways to plan a sustainable wedding, which is exactly what Aleisha shares on this podcast. Weddings can be incredibly wasteful. Disposable plates and cups, clothing worn only once and then discarded, and flowers that aren’t sustainably sourced are just a few of the ways weddings can take their toll on the environment. However, during this episode, you will hear several great and resourceful ideas for reducing your environmental impact without sacrificing your wedding dreams. 
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
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Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
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397- Easy Ways to Plan a Sustainable Wedding

Burnout is real and feeling consumed by wedding planning and the emotions and tasks that surround the event can be particularly challenging if your day job and life outside of planning is already stressful. In this episode, I share my tips to reduce the possibility of burnout and how also share some of the things that I have learned whilst working full-time and running a small business. 
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

396- Avoiding Wedding Planning Burnout

On this episode of the Bridechilla podcast, guest Leah Weinberg, founder of Color Pop Events, joins the show for some wedding planning Q&A. Leah took her expertise and attention to detail as a commercial real estate attorney and turned it into a business planning beautiful, detailed, and stress free weddings for couples in New York and New Jersey. She lends her advice to the Bridechilla community about how to deal with family members you don’t like, managing the wedding budget, and how to make the last few weeks of planning the wedding stress free!
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides! Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

395- Wedding Planning Q&A with Leah Weinberg

Bridechilla Wedding Planning Q&A- this episode Aleisha answers wedding planning questions about weekday weddings and guests leaving early, rehearsal dinner speeches and when to not invite family members who might be antagonistic or cause trouble on your wedding day.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

394- Q&A - Making Good Wedding Planning Decisions

On this episode of Bridechilla, Emily Sullivan of Emily Sullivan Events joins us as we discuss how important it is to pre-identify unforeseen circumstances. We talk a lot about what things to plan for, like natural disasters, family drama, and vendors skipping out on your big day. As a wedding planner living in New Orleans, Emily has seen and dealt with it all. On this episode, Aleisha and Emily offer ideas and advice on making your wedding happen no matter what comes your way. If you’re planning for a wedding and looking for ways to plan ahead, then be sure to tune in.
Be on your way to wedding Planning Zen with the Bridechilla Guides!
Visit the Bridechilla Store and use the Codeword LISTEN for 10% off your order!
Join the Bridechilla Community on Facebook. The best Wedding Planning community around. It's bullshit-free, jerk-free and a nice place to be!
Keep up to date with the Bridechilla Blog, read podcast show notes and be inspired by real Bridechilla Weddings
Join Bridechilla founder, Aleisha on Instagram, for wedding inspiration and more!

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