The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineOne of the biggest requests for episode topics was design tips, so in today’s episode, I’m going to give you the top 5 tools I use to put together the color story of a wedding design. So if you’re engaged and want to uplevel your wedding design, or your a wedding planner wondering how I put together the beautiful color palettes in my wedding designs, today’s episode, which is the final episode of season 2, is for you!EPISODE [67] HIGHLIGHTS:  Wedding Color Palettes To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Life update! [9:15]Choosing your dominant colors [11:02]Choosing your complimentary colors [12:32]Colors in Nature [14:05]Design Seeds [16:32]Paint Chips and Color Palettes [18:43] Interior Decorating Trends [19:51]Encycolorpedia [10:39]Season 1 Top 5 Episodes [22:48] Season 2 Top 5 Episodes [26:14]Review of the Day! [32:39]Thank you to our podcast sponsors! LoveStream - Get 10% off ANY virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/67

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineElopements, Courthouse ceremonies, or intimate weddings while may not be the most traditional route, can be a GREAT option for those who want to keep their celebration small.  Plus,  let's face it, big wedding celebrations are simply not for everyone.  Smaller weddings can have a ton of perks that can make your ceremony all the more meaningful. At the end of the day, your wedding day should be about YOU.  If you are leaning towards having a smaller or more untraditional ceremony, you may be wondering...How do I decide who to invite if I keep my wedding small? What are some intimate wedding must - haves? How do I know if intimate weddings are right for me? What are the perks of having an intimate weddingIf today is your first time visiting Verve Event Co., welcome! My name is Desiree Adams and I am a wedding planner from upstate NY.  Through my blog and podcast, Ask the Planner, I am determined to share all my tips and tricks I have gathered from being in the industry, to help YOU all plan your dream weddings. For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/66

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday is another blog sharing with you some of my signature wedding cocktails for every season. Plus, these are all from real life couples weddings that can attest to these crowd pleasing beverages…EPISODE [65] HIGHLIGHTS:  Signature CocktailsTo fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Life update! [06:15]What makes a cocktail seasonal? [10:11]Personalized Spring Cocktails [11:32]Summer Recipes [14:02]Fall Recipes [16:02]Winter Recipes [18:44]Episode Wrap up! [21:41]Review of the Day [23:52]Thank you to our podcast sponsors! LoveStream - Get 10% off ANY virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/65

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineEPISODE 64 HIGHLIGHTS:  What the Heck Does a Wedding Planner Do at the Wedding?To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Personal Update - Cocktails! [8:14]Day before wedding [09:30]Friday morning  [09:56]Cocktail hour [13:09]Day of Wedding [17:15]Ceremony [32:54]Aftermath of the wedding [45:55]Episode recap [53:21]Review of the day [55:19]Thank you to our podcast sponsors! LoveStream - Get 10% off ANY virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/64

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineThere’s more to your wedding than just tables and chairs. So today I’m going to give you a thorough wedding rentals checklist of the things you’ve probably thought of but also several other things that may not even be on your radar. So today we’re going to talk about 4 main kinds of rentals:CeremonyTabletopTables and ChairsLounge and FurnitureEquipment I’m excited to share this episode with you because I love getting ORGANIZED and checklists make my heart happy. To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Life Update: Waterpark success! [10:11]Ceremony Necessities [13:35]Table-top Must Haves [16:40]Lounge and Furniture [20:15]Equipment [24:26]Review of the Day! [28:43]Episode wrap up [30:49]Thank you to our podcast sponsors! LoveStream - Get 10% off ANY virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/63

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineIt is not easy trying to put emotions into writing, ESPECIALLY when you know that writing will be spoken in front of a crowd of people.  Wedding vows and speeches are daunting for anyone, but they do not have to be! If you are engaged, and nervous about writing your vows, OR you are a performing a wedding speech for the bride and groom, this blog post is for you. HIGHLIGHTS FOR EPISODE 62: Top tips for what makes a good ceremony speech? [20:48]How long should a speech be? [25:54]Advice for speech delivery [29:40]How do you get a speech that pops? [35:09]Writing Process? [41:16]Thank you to our podcast sponsors! Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template ShopLoveStream - Get 10% off your virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIMEFor the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/62 

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineWhether you’re a couple about to get married or you’re a wedding planner, you would probably love to find a template for your wedding seating chart to make the table assignments process easier and stress-free. If so, you may be wondering:Where can I download a template for my wedding seating chart?How do I assign the table assignments in my wedding seating chart?Who should I assign to a table first in my wedding seating chart?How should I set up the template for my wedding seating chart?Wedding table and seat assignments can be a dramatic endeavor fraught with tension and disorganization. Lucky for you, in today's blog post, we're reviewing the basics of wedding table seat assignments. I'm also providing you with a template for your wedding seating chart!Thank you to our podcast sponsors! LoveStream - Get 10% off ANY virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Visit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/61 

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday we’re discussing a topic that’s usually not talked about until it’s too late: Wedding or Romance Scams.Yes, there are obvious signs of a scammer. For example, someone asking you to wire them money without a contract or someone emailing you out of the blue from a sketchy email. But oftentimes these individuals are much craftier and you have no idea of the scam until it’s too late!  Wedding and romance scams occur often because couples are preoccupied with daily life ON TOP of trying to plan a wedding. This makes them a prime target for a scam.There’s a lot of money to be spent in the wedding industry, and it’s important to be aware of those who may try to take advantage of that.  If you're reading this post, you might be wondering:What are signs of a wedding scammer?How can I protect my assets while planning a wedding? Why do scammers target engaged couples?How do romance scams happen?Wedding and romance scams happen all the time. There's a scammer for every person out there. So make sure you protect yourself by following the advice in today's podcast.Thank You To Our Sponsors!Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template ShopLoveStream - Get 10% off your virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/60

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineWedding season is upon us and if you’re starting to think about what supplies and last-minute items you’re going to need for your actual wedding day, this post is for you. Today, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes peek at my day-of wedding emergency kit. It might be a little weird, but I really love my supply kit. It's been a lifesaver at so many weddings, and I'm so excited to do an in-depth walkthrough today with you! EPISODE 59 HIGHLIGHTS: Day of Wedding Emergency KitTo fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Exciting Life update! [7:30]Supply Kit Origin [11:49]Cutting Supplies [15:13]Tape and Adhesives[16:49]Cleaning Necessities [18:02]Jewelry + Miscellaneous Goodies  [19:44]Office Supplies [24:19]Review of the Day [29:45]Thank You To Our Sponsors!Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template ShopLoveStream - Get 10% off your virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the wait list and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/59

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday we’re talking about how to make your wedding more sustainable, and environmentally friendly.  Being eco-friendly is becoming more and more important for couples and consumers.  Especially with the most recent push for conservation efforts, it’s so important to be mindful of the greener alternatives made available.  If you're looking to get started on your green wedding, you may have questions such as:How can I implement sustainable practices in my wedding?Is there a difference between eco-friendly vs. sustainable? How can I find eco-friendly wedding vendors?Can being sustainable be cost effective?At a pivotal point for climate and biodiversity, it is more important now than ever for people to do their part.  So, keep reading for expert tips on easy changes to make for a more eco-friendly wedding.  Links Mentioned in the Episode: The Nature ConservancyWedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions GuideConnect with The Nature ConservancyInstagram: @nature_orgOnline: www.preserve.nature.orgFacebook: @TheNatureConservancyThank you to our podcast sponsors! Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template ShopLoveStream - Get 10% off your virtual wedding package with my code Ask10!Planner's Playbook - Use my unique link so you can skip the waitlist and join ANY TIME! For the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/58