Verve Event Co

APRIL 8, 2024

Welcome back loverves! Today, we’re talking about weddings after shorter engagements (when you have less time to plan!). Sometimes you just don’t have 2 years to plan a wedding. Your maternal clock is ticking or you’re in medical school and you just need to get married THIS YEAR. Today we are sharing eight important topics to consider when planning a wedding on a shorter timeline.

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Verve Event Co

APRIL 1, 2024

Today, we are talking about wedding day lighting with our friends, Brandy and Sarah of renowned event designs and they're going to spill all the secrets from twinkly lights to jaw-dropping uplights that are going to make your venue pop. Whether you're going for a rustic chic, full glam, or garden party vibes, we've got the scoop for you to make your wedding shine like no other.

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Verve Event Co

MARCH 25, 2024

Welcome back loverves, today, we’re diving into one of our MOST requested episodes to date. You all have been blowing up our DMs and emails which I LOVE to see, because you know I always love to hear from you, and so this week, by popular demand, we’re breaking down the pre-wedding festivities (the events that come BEFORE the wedding), so grab a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly because we are going to cover a LOT today!

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MARCH 18, 2024

Whether you're envisioning a romantic getaway, an adventurous escape, or a luxury retreat, one crucial question you might be asking yourselves is, What kind of experiences are we going to have on our honeymoon? What does honeymoon planning really look like? Yes, today, we're embarking on a journey into the enchanting world of honeymoon destinations, how to plan for the trip of a lifetime, essential considerations, and so much more.

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Verve Event Co

MARCH 16, 2024

Want to know how this colorful spring Inns of Aurora wedding came to be? Emily and Tom met on a blind date. At the time, Emily was about to start grad school and decided she wasn’t ready to jump into a relationship, so she put Tom out of her mind for the time being. As fate would have it, six weeks later she found herself thinking about that date and wondering what happened to him, so she reached back out.

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Verve Event Co

MARCH 11, 2024

Hey there, loverves! The heart of today’s conversation is going to be all about the charm and elegance of luxury micro weddings. That and exactly how much to budget for them! While the 2020 pandemic might seem like a long time ago, the truth is that we’ve seen a significant shift in how couples are choosing to celebrate their love. Gone are the days when a large guest list was the hallmark of a memorable wedding.

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Verve Event Co

MARCH 4, 2024

Welcome back, lovely loverves, to Part FIVE of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, and today, we're focusing on a TYPE of wedding instead of a line in your wedding budget. If you’ve been imagining a simple wedding in a sentimental location, or you’re hoping to save money by choosing an untraditional wedding venue like an airbnb, you're going to love today's episode.

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Verve Event Co

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Best Wishes on your engagement – that's so exciting! As the countdown to your big day ticks away, we all picture that perfect, stress-free wedding where everything just falls into place. That's where a day-of coordinator comes in, ready to swoop in and make sure your special day goes off without a hitch. But, here's the scoop: while day-of coordinators are pretty awesome, they're not magicians.

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Verve Event Co

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Welcome back to Part FOUR of our wedding budget breakdown series! If you've been following along, you know we've been peeling back the layers of wedding budgets, and today, we're diving into 4 more main wedding budget categories you definitely want to think about when creating your wedding budget. Sure, we've covered the big-ticket items in previous episodes (you can catch up on part 1 , part 2 , and part 3 here), but now it’s time to shine a spotlight on 4 wedding budget essentials you need to

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Today, we're moving onto the NEXT chapter in our wedding budget breakdown series, sharing about the glittering world of BEAUTY and ATTIRE. Yes, my friends, we're diving into what it REALLY costs to look “your best” on your wedding day and covering everything from the pre-wedding skincare rituals and facials to the day-of glamour for you and your wedding party.

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Verve Event Co

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

You all LOVED last week’s episode where we kicked off part one of our wedding budget series all about wedding venue fees and how much your wedding venue really costs. Now today, for part two, we are getting into the FUN stuff (like creating your budget for florals!). While venue budgeting is typically centered around logistics, today we’re breaking down florals and rentals which, if you’re like most of the couples we work with, are the things you actually WANT to spend money on!

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Verve Event Co

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Today we are kicking off PART ONE of our wedding budget breakdown series on the podcast. We have talked about budget a few different times on the podcast and we will link to those episodes in the show notes but for today’s episode, we are going dive deep into VENUES. And before you think this is just about that shiny wedding venue fee you pay when you book, think again.

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Verve Event Co

JANUARY 29, 2024

Hello loverves! I’m so excited to bring you Kyle Olson, from Rumble and Stir, onto the podcast today to spill ALL the tea about ALL the drinks you may be considering on your wedding day. We talk about everything from logistics you definitely won’t have considered when it comes to your wedding beverages to delicious cocktail and mocktail trends. Kyle definitely has a passion for cocktails and is a true master of his craft.

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JANUARY 22, 2024

Hello loverves! Danielle Eisenberg is joining us today to talk all about bachelorette parties and I could not be more excited. I know you love how we cover a variety of wedding topics here on the podcast and sometimes it’s nice to talk about something that’s more FUN and a little less serious but still very important! Danielle is the founder of Bach Place , which is a DIY web-based platform that streamlines the planning of bachelorette parties, from invites to scheduling and more.

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Verve Event Co

JANUARY 16, 2024

First, Best wishes on your engagement! If I know you (and I think I do!), you've probably started dreaming about the perfect venue, the delicious cake, and, of course, the stunning attire. However, amidst the excitement, there are often some overlooked wedding costs that can sneak up on you and before you start busting out your favorite “wedding budget calculator”, we want to help.

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Verve Event Co

JANUARY 15, 2024

In this episode I brought on Kim from Curated by Kim Weddings and Events to talk all about FUSION weddings. If you are in the middle of planning a fusion wedding (or are about to be!), she shares all about the challenges she faces planning them (which I'm sure you can relate to) and the additional events she helps her couples plan too. Whether you're planning a South Asian wedding, African wedding, Filipino wedding, or any other fusion wedding, there is something in this episode for you.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

From a day of wedding coordinator to a full-service wedding planner, which wedding planner is right for you? It can be overwhelming when you first get engaged, and it might feel like you have only two options – DIY and maybe hiring a day of wedding coordinator or going all-in with a full-service planner. But the truth is, there's a whole range of wedding planning services out there, and today, we're here to empower you to make the best choice for your special day.

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Verve Event Co

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

When you first get engaged, it can be quite overwhelming to decide whether or not to hire a wedding planner. It may seem like there are only two options: either you go all-in with a full-service event planner to handle everything, or you take on the task of planning it all yourself. Now, as full-service wedding planners based in Rochester, New York , you know we're biased towards the first option!

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Verve Event Co

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Today’s episode is going to be short and sweet as I give you an insider’s guide to Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for your wedding and wedding business. I love a good sale, so I scouted out my favorite retailers, made some calls and emails, and today I’m going to help you map out your holiday shopping strategy. Whether you’re engaged and want to know what you can buy now for your upcoming wedding, or you have a wedding business and you’re wondering if that website template you’ve had your e

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Verve Event Co

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Do you want your wedding to feel luxurious? Then you need to incorporate all FIVE senses into your wedding design. Today, we are talking all about the sense that is almost never taken into account, even though it can make such a difference on your wedding day. We are talking about the sense of smell. And more specifically, how you can incorporate smells and fragrances into your wedding day in a meaningful and impactful way.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

Welcome to today’s episode of Ask the Planner. I’m your host, Desiree Adams, and today we’re talking about custom wedding dresses and alterations with my special guest Sarah Kolis. Today we’re diving into the custom wedding gown and alterations process. Whether you’re newly engaged and on the hunt for the perfect gown or you’ve already said Yes to the dress and now need to start the alterations process, you will want to listen to today’s episode with my special guest.

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Verve Event Co

DECEMBER 11, 2023

At Verve Event Co., we understand the significance of curating the perfect vendor team for your wedding day. After all, it's one of the big things our couples count on us for! While wedding directory sites like The Knot are popular we wish more couples knew that it wasn't always the BEST place to find wedding vendors. In fact, we had a reel go viral on the topic!

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Verve Event Co

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Planning a wedding is a dream come true for many couples, but it can also be quite overwhelming. That's why we started our podcast almost four years ago ! In today's world, the internet has made it easier to research and plan a wedding on your own, but there are still some things you won't find in an online wedding planning checklist. Trust me – while they are a good starting point, you can't rely on a generic checklist to plan your heirloom occasion.

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Verve Event Co

DECEMBER 28, 2023

First, best wishes on your engagement! It's such an exciting time in your life, and there's no better way to start this new chapter than by celebrating with your loved ones and taking a moment just to soak up that newly engaged bliss before you jump in to start planning your wedding. Whether you are choosing to have an intimate gathering or can't wait for a giant party of family and friends, make sure to take the time to enjoy this special moment.

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JANUARY 1, 2024

Happy New Year Loverves! On today's very special episode, we are discussing how to look and feel your best on your wedding day with bridal fitness expert Stephanie Thomas, creator of Bridal Body Fitness: the Signature Wedding Workout program. This advice is applicable whether you're engaged or a member of the wedding industry. If fitness is on your to-do list for 2024 (and let's be honest, who doesn't want to look and feel their best?

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JANUARY 8, 2024

When you sit down to start your wedding planning, you’re probably not dying to dive into the logistics first. Maybe you’re daydreaming about flower arrangements or a crisp fall color palette. Maybe you know one of the first decisions you need to make is the venue, so you’ve started researching and requesting information from some of the top wedding venues in your area.

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