Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning Podcast

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineWhen you're picking out your wedding decor, it’s important to pick design elements that serve a purpose. When I design weddings for my couples, I want to make sure that the elements we include in the design or the details we pick for the wedding decor have meaning. They weave little tidbits of information that I’ve pulled from the couple’s story into the overall day.In this episode, I break down the design process into 4 basic steps:1: Find Your Inspiration [8:18]2: Pinterest Purge [17:14]3: Pick Your Theme [20:02]4: Create Your Mood Board or Wedding Design [24:26]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODEMake sure you download my wedding mood board to help you organize your design and bring it all togetherAsk the Planner Episode 13 (where I talk about why you should pick 3 style words to define your wedding aesthetic)Architectural Digest Elle Decor InstagramPinterest @AskthePlannerPodcast on InstagramBook a 90-minute Clarity Call to get more help on your wedding designRead the episode show notes at verveeventco.com/112Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineYour wedding day timeline is used by all of your vendors to understand the flow of the wedding. It also can make or break your day because if things fall behind, it has a domino effect and the rest of the day can get really off the rails if something goes wrong. So it’s important to spend time putting together a solid day-of timeline.  I’m going to break down the process for you in 7 simple stepsStep 1: Pick the Start time for your Reception and CeremonyStep 2: Choose Your Reception End TimeStep 3: Build in time for Photos  Step 4: Choose a Getting Ready Start Time Step 5: Plan Out Your Dinner Step 6: Build in Transition TimeStep 7: Add in Your Vendor Setup & Departure TimesRead the episode show notes at verveeventco.com/111And, if you want to make your life SUPER EASY, you can visit my new Resources shop to download pre-made timelines that are beautiful and all ready for you to tweak and personalize to your specific day. These timelines use the framework I use with my own clients and will make sure you don’t forget very important elements, like travel time and transition time between key events. You can find the resource shop at https://shop.verveeventco.comIf you liked this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and connect with me at  http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/. And if want to learn more about planning a wedding, send me a DM on Instagram at @asktheplannerpodcastConnect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

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:Here's a summary of our interview:Birthday Update! [5:55]Meet Lowell George [12:35]Why is it important to be eco-friendly? [16:48]Is it difficult to find greener alternatives for your wedding vendors? [18:03]What is the first thing couples can do to make their wedding eco-friendly? [19:14]Cutting transportation costs [25:26]Micro eco-hacks [29:31]What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you?[31:22]Review of the day [35:00]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 ShopPlanner'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/110Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday’s topic is an important one because your wedding venue affects so much of your wedding planning and your wedding budget!Whether you’re just starting the venue search or you’ve locked in a venue and are further along in the process, this is a crucial episode to listen to so that there aren’t any surprises after you’ve signed the contract with your wedding venue. Whether it’s services that you thought were included or additional vendors or fees that you didn’t plan for, this episode will help prepare you with all the right questions to ask to avoid costly mistakes.In the episode, I talk about:Wedding day storage and storage fees  [7:53]Vendor load-in time  [8:06]What happens if your venue hosts multiple events 8:31]Vendor load-out requirements and overnight storage [9:15]Noise restrictions and  sound ordinances [9:39]Floorplan construction and dance floor size [10:04]Service fees [12:14]Transportation requirements [13:07]Rentals [13:44]Exclusive vendors [15:07]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODEWedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions BundleASK THE PLANNER Resource Shop @AskthePlannerPodcast on InstagramBook a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situation20 Most Overlooked Questions to Ask Your Wedding VenueTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! ZolaHoneyfundFor the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/109Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday’s topic is is really near and dear to my heart and also kind of a hot button issue for me. But I promise to be as bi-partisan for both sides so you get a balanced perspective.If one of the reasons below is why you're considering not hiring a wedding planner, then definitely have a listen on what I think about that.5 REASONS YOU THINK YOU DON'T NEED TO HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER:One or both of you have a background in event planning. [07:05]You have a hard time giving up control and trusting others. [9:26]You're planning a “simple wedding.”  [11:00]A friend or family member says they want to help you so they can get wedding planning experience. [14:22]You want to be the one to tell everyone what to do on the wedding day. [17:50]5 REASONS WHY SOMEONE WOULD HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER:One or both of you work in hospitality and you know how much work goes into producing a well-run event. [18:44]You want to trust a professional with your investment. [19:15]Neither of you wants your day to feel like a generic, cookie-cutter wedding. [21:00]Being able to enjoy the wedding planning experience is important. [23:00]You also want your guests to enjoy the wedding too!  [25:47]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODEThe Ultimate Wedding Planning checklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Resource Shop @AskthePlannerPodcast on InstagramBook a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situationTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! LoveStream ZolaHoneyfundFor the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/108Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineToday we’re talking about the dangers of scamming, and why scammers target newly engaged couples to take advantage of.I have to be honest, wedding scams and how to avoid them wasn't something I thought a lot about until after meeting today's guest.  But, now I'm taking extra precautions to avoid becoming a target of any kind of scams. HIGHLIGHTS FOR EPISODE 60: How to Avoid Getting Scammed Before You Say “I Do”Here's a summary of our interview:Meet Adam K. Levin [8:20]The 4 ways scammers approach you [14:31]What exactly are scammers trying to gain from their targets?[24:22]Example of “Scam stories”   [29:17]What do you suggest couples do if they think they are being scammed? [31:03]Precautions to take! [34:55]What to do if someone is using your information?[40:30]Freezing credit? [48:09]Minimize, monitor, and manage [57:05]If it is convenient, YOU are the product! [59:30]Final thoughts? [1:07:39]What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you? [1:10:51]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: HOW TO AVOID GETTING SCAMMED BEFORE YOU SAY “I DO”Loud Tree MediaWhat the Hack PodcastWedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions GuideCONNECT WITH ADAM LEVINInstagram: @adamklevinOnline: What the HackFacebook: @loudtreemediaApple Podcasts: @what-the-hackTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template Shop – Use the code PODCAST for 10% off your purchase!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/107Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineHave you ever sat down to do some wedding planning and thought, I have no idea what we should do first? Or worse, you have so many things to do, you spiral because you know you need to do everything but can’t decide which thing is important, so you end up not doing anything? In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through the 10 main steps you should be taking to plan your wedding from start to finish. You’re going to get clarity on what you should do first and what can wait and feel so much better about what’s left on your plate.Set a Budget [05:27]Guest List [06:49]Figure Out Your Style [08:3 0]Hire a Wedding Planner [10:21  ]Choose a Venue [13:03 ]Put Together a Rough Timeline of the Day [14:07]Pick Your Vendors [16:18]Talk Through your Ceremony [20:21]Send Out Invitations & Start Seating [21:54 ]Get Ready / Last Minute Preparations [25:24]LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODEDownload my Free Wedding Guest List TemplateTime-Saving Wedding Planner Hacks for Busy CouplesThe #1 Tool You Need to Organize Your Wedding ChecklistCreating and Managing a To-Do List on the Every Day I’m Bustlin’ PodcastWedding Budget Bundle with a budget template and vendor payment chart6 Steps to Your Perfect Wedding VenueHow to Put Together a Smooth Wedding Day TimelineRead the episode show notes at  https://verveeventco.com/106If you liked this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and connect with me at  http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/. And if want to learn more about planning a wedding, send me a DM on Instagram at @verveeventco.Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

Text the Wedding Planning HotlineREAD THIS FIRST!  This episode is a recast from Season 1. Please try to ignore my filler language. I was still learning how to podcast realized soon after this episode not to do that (thanks to one of your reviews!). We've edited this down to remove as many of them as we could but we didn't want to compromise the conversation. If this is your first episode with the podcast, I promise the quality of our episodes has gotten much better! Thanks for your patience! ***Your wedding officiant is one of the most important people at your wedding ceremony after you! But like many couples, you might feel lost when starting to put together your wedding ceremony and will need to rely heavily on your wedding officiant.We read about celebrity engagements, and hear about their weddings on social media. But, rarely do we think about what we can learn from these over-the-top weddings.So, today we're interviewing a very special personality in the wedding and entertainment industry to get the inside scoop on the union of Hollywood socialite Paris Hilton to her longterm boyfriend, Carter Reum.This episode was packed with so many amazing tips from our guest. Below are the time stamps to help you navigate the episode. Meet Celebrity Wedding Officiant Clint Hufft  [4:08]What's the difference between celebrity and non-celebrity weddings? [13:20]How did you find yourself involved in the wedding industry? [18:46]How should the wedding officiant work with other wedding vendors? [22:53]Security concerns at celebrity weddings. [26:35]Rev. Clint Hufft's “Day of Rookie Checklist” [29:55]Let's talk about wedding ceremony priorities. [31:57]How to write your wedding vows  [44:02]What are your tips for planning weddings of mixed faiths? [50:38]What are your tips for wedding ceremony music and entertainment? [54:50]Final takeaway [1:00:21]What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you? [1:09:52]LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: THEY GET MARRIED JUST LIKE US Meet Rev. Clint HufftWedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions GuideCONNECT WITH CELEBRITY WEDDING OFFICIANT CLINT HUFFTInstagram: @hufftclintOnline: reverendclint.weebly.comFacebook: @ReverendClintHufftTHANK YOU TO OUR PODCAST SPONSORS! Visit the Ask the Planner Wedding Planning Template ShopFor the episode show notes, make sure you visit verveeventco.com/105Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

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 ShopPlanner'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/104Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com

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 ShopPlanner'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/103Connect with the show!📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-9485 (New number!) IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/💌: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com