Hudson Valley Bride Podcast

06/10/2024

Love this idea!!

13/06/2024

OK...let's talk Mother of the Bride dresses.

It's a fine line between finding trendy, modern dresses for moms verses matronly dresses that make moms feel like grandmas.

Comfort should be a high priority and of course, we don't want to upstage the bride but moms should feel beautiful on the big day too.

What do you think of this MoB dress in the article?

Personally, I think it's gorgeous although I'd want a higher neckline.

If the bride AND mom are happy, it's a win!

One Louisiana mother of the bride is causing a stir online for her wedding day attire.

04/06/2024

I went to my first bridal shower in at least 20 years this weekend and it was lovely!

My BFF's son is the groom and my BFF hosted in their backyard. She spent 2 days cooking food and they had tents and tables set up in the backyard. Despite the sun and 80 degree weather, it was purely enjoyable.

The gift I loved the most was a wooden cutting board from Green Ridge Woodworks which had their names and wedding date engraved onto one side. It was huge and beautiful! Perfect for a decoration - or to cut on the BACK side so they don't ruin the engraving.

What's the most unique or fun gift you've seen or given at a bridal shower?

I'm boring and usually get something off the registry but I really loved this cutting board!

30/05/2024

So sweet!

Disney really brainwashed us into thinking all stepmoms are terrible. Seems like this one broke the mold!

27/05/2024

What's your feeling about holiday weddings?

Pros:
Built in color themes with plentiful decorations
Days off that won't count toward PTO

Cons:
Higher travel expenses for guests
More traffic for everyone
Limited hotel availability if your area is a tourist spot.

There's no right or wrong when choosing a wedding date. Ultimately YOU as a couple decide what's best for you.

Just be aware that family & friends traveling any distance might need some extra time to save for travel expenses.

21/05/2024

As I look out the door on this sunshiney day, I'm wondering...

What's your Rain Plan for your wedding day?

Depending on where you are located, extremely high temperatures might also call for an Alternative Plan if you're planning an outdoor ceremony & reception.

1) Most venues have indoor and outdoor space to move ceremonies in case of weather.

2) Renting a large tent (or two!) is another option for being outdoors.

3) If you're using a local park, ask about pavilions or other structures available as a back up shelter. Or ask if you can put up a tent.

But most of all...enjoy the day!

You can't control the weather but you CAN control your reaction to it ❤️

PS - Did you get your copy of my Wedding Vision Workbook? Post VISION in the comments & I'll drop the link ;)

📷: Jennifer Kalenberg on Unsplash

21/05/2024

With New York Post – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

(I didn't even realize this was a THING!)

11/05/2024

Kids or no kids at a wedding

This is a SUPER hot topic and there's no perfect answer.

#1 - this is YOUR day. The only other opinion that matters besides yours is that of your fiance.

If you both agree on no kids, expect people to not come, especially if they are:

✅️ out of state
✅️ don't have trusted family members to babysit
✅️ or if those trusted relatives will also attend the same wedding.

If you agree to welcome children, expect the unexpected with kids in attendance.

Spilled goldfish, shout outs during your vows, or messy diapers can make for funny stories IF you both love spontaneous outbursts.

So, what's your opinion on kids vs no kids?

📸 - Unsplash

09/05/2024

While doing wedding research for the podcast over the last 2 years, I've noticed a very distinct pattern.

Once the ring is on the finger, the couples are gung ho to book venue tours and go wedding dress shopping but there's one important step that is often overlooked...

Creating a VISION of your wedding day.

❌Without a vision, you'll spend TONS of research time filling notebooks with the contact names of dozens of venues.

❌Without a vision, you'll risk having buyers remorse with everything from the gown to the caterers.

❌Without a vision, you risk being swayed by too many outside opinions from friends and family.

And with all of these problems, you run the risk of getting stressed out instead of having fun planning your big day.

That's why I've created a Vision Workbook that has some basic questions for you and your partner to fill out and agree upon.

🎯Once you have your mutual vision, THEN you can talk budget and start researching the big stuff.

➡️Download today! https://hudsonvalleybride.com/vision

P.S. and if YOU aren't engaged, please pass this along to your friends, family, coworkers who are planning their weddings.

Or simple share this with your social media circles ☺️

23/04/2024

14/10/2023

Love this!!

12/03/2023

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dana of .coffee.then.colors about how analyzing your colors can help you find the perfect shade of white for your wedding dress! It's really fascinating how 1 color can make you look alive while another one can make you look sickly. Bridesmaids & grooms can also benefit!

02/03/2023

We're starting Season 2 with the fine folks at Storm King Art Center! I had the pleasure of taking a tour in Fall '22 and any corner of their 500 acres would be a dreamy backdrop for a wedding ❤️ Listen for helpful tips/advice from the Events Team about planning an outdoor wedding.

09/01/2023

Beware of this Budget Buster!

Have you purchased your postage for your gorgeous wedding invitations yet?

If not, don't wait! A new postage increase is coming January 22nd, so be sure to save some cash 💲 by grabbing yours now!

Plus, it's a great excuse for you and your fiancé to get those stunning wedding invites started, so you are not waiting until the last minute.

What a way to kick off this exciting time in your lives together!

22/12/2022

Woot Woot! Look who's featured in The Times Union article all about Hudson Valley podcasts!!

Led by shows like "Cidiot" and "Kaatscast," robust growth in the region’s podcast scene...