Unbridely - Modern Wedding Planning

How do you find that sweet spot between what you want for your wedding and what your family expects?

Is it even possible to create a celebration that feels true to you, without leaving anyone important out, or blowing your budget?

And how many hours drumming at your wedding reception is too much?

Today, I’m yakking it up with Ashley and Tim, a newly-married couple from Maine in the United States who wrestled with those questions and s...

Have you ever been in the middle of a date with someone and noticed some little warning signs; maybe they only talked about themselves, didn’t ask you any questions, or ignored your boundaries. And you thought, “Hmm, that’s a red flag, right there”?

Well, just like in dating, your search for the right wedding vendors can come with its own set of warning signs.

And ignoring those red flags can lead to real headaches like forfeited b...

Q: What do Star Wars, The Avengers, and modern weddings have in common? 

A: Sometimes, one epic event just isn’t enough.

In today’s world of global connections, blended traditions, and evolving expectations, more couples are discovering that a single celebration might not capture everything they want—or everyone they love.

But what does it really mean to have more than one wedding event? And how do you pull it off without feeling like...

One of the most common questions engaged couples ask me is, “What’s the average price for a wedding photographer?”

And it’s a great question—but booking the right photographer isn’t just about price.

It’s about finding a person and package that is right for you, and your budget, but also your personalities and values. And it could mean the difference between capturing every unforgettable moment at a price that still fits your budget ...

What if your wedding wasn’t just a party, but the kind of getaway you’ve always hoped for—something that really feels like it was made just for you and your favourite people?

Maybe it’s on the rooftop of a warehouse in Brooklyn, New York, or a chateau in the south of France.

How do you make this kind of big dream come to life, and what’s possible when you start planning something from overseas?

In this episode, I’m chatting with Rache...

Picture this: The reception is going off, the dance floor is packed, and out of nowhere, a guest decides it’s the perfect moment for an impromptu karaoke performance on top of the couple’s table. 

The song? “I Will Survive.” 

The table? Didn’t.

We’ve all heard stories about wedding guests who, let’s just say, left a lasting impression for all the wrong reasons. Maybe you’ve even witnessed a few moments yourself—guests who turned up we...

Did you know that the side you choose to stand on for your wedding ceremony could affect everything from your wedding photos to your physical comfort, right down to whether or not your veil behaves or misbehaves?

It sounds like such a small detail, but this is one of those decisions that can spark surprisingly big opinions from family members, your wedding party, and even your vendors. 

But is there really a right side to stand on fo...

Do you and your fiancé avoid talking about money, or end up fighting every time the topic of money comes up?

I don’t think you’ll be shocked to know that, when you’re planning a wedding and building a life together, how you handle money, individually and together, can quite literally make or break your relationship. And yet, so many couples don’t know how to start the conversation, or realise how much their money habits are shaped b...

Have you ever wondered why some wedding dancefloors explode with energy while others never quite get off the ground-and what you can do about it?

This is Part 2 of my conversation with the amazing Tania who is the heart and soul of Entertainment business, Choons & Moovz.

In this episode, Tania shares how your wedding party can help set the mood early, what to do if you have a lot of smokers on your guest list, and why your bar’s ...

Are you stressing about how to keep your guests entertained at your wedding or worried that your dream dancefloor might be a ghost town before the night is over?

What if I told you that the secret to an unforgettable wedding reception isn’t about the perfect playlist (or no-playlist)?

If you’re planning your big day and want to make sure the party is one that you and your family and friends talk about for years to come, you’re in the...

Wanna know the worst email or DM a wedding vendor receives? 

It simply says: “how much?” 

Reaching out to wedding vendors can feel a bit like the early stages of dating, right? Those initial messages are kind of like you're feeling your way to see if you two click, and as awkward as it might seem with your wedding vendor team, you want to make a great first impression.

You really do, because it can mean the difference betwee...

We all know the well-worn adage, “you get what you pay for”.

But let me throw another one in there: “it’s like comparing apples with oranges”.

Because a wedding vendor who is charging well below the market average for what they do or what they supply is completely different from one that knows their worth, their costs and what it takes to be in business for longer than a year or 2.

It's possible and in my research for this episod...

Ready to ditch the wedding rule book? 

In case you missed it, in Part 1, Monty Haron, the rogue celebrant, blew our minds with his unconventional takes on ceremonies. 

He introduced the idea that ‘tradition is just peer pressure from dead people’ and talked about ways to change that. 

Now, in Part 2, we're getting tactical! 

How do you implement alternatives to heteronormative wedding customs? 

Monty’s here to share practical advic...

What if you could rewrite the rules for your wedding day? For couples who don’t fit the traditional mold—or simply want to ditch outdated customs—creating a ceremony and an entire celebration that truly reflects their love can feel a little overwhelming.

In this episode, Monty Haron, an Australian celebrant with a very special flavour, joins us to explore the best alternatives to wedding customs without leaning on heteronormative tr...

What is the one accessory that everyone needs and deserves on their wedding day? A confident smile.

Today I’m chatting with your dental fairy godmother, Dr. Naomi Goldman, about how engaged couples can plan to rock their very best smile.

Naomi will teach you:

• the transformative role of cosmetic and restorative dentistry in enhancing smiles, particularly for weddings,
• the top 3 treatments engaged couples are investing in, 
• a patient ...

 What if I told you there's a way to make your ceremony as unique and as vibrant and as deep and as weird and quirky as your relationship?   Today I'm digging into the world of non-traditional wedding readings. 

Forget the same old scripture passages, unless that's your jam, in which case there's nothing to see here. But I want to talk about poems that speak to your soul and make your heart skip a beat. Song lyri...

Do you really need more than one outfit for your wedding day?

Is it just another wedding industry or consumer-driven extravagance, or are there more practical reasons and even history and cultural significance behind the perceived increase in multiple outfit changes on a wedding day?

In this episode you’ll learn why brides (not excluding others who want to get into the 2nd outfit fun, but mainly brides) are embracing more than one we...

Imagine waking up the morning after your wedding, still basking in the glow of the previous night's magic, and receiving a link to a treasure trove of candid photos and videos from your special day. Within 24 to 48 hours, you can relive the laughter, tears, and joy through hundreds of unedited and edited moments captured by a wedding content creator. Sounds great, right?

But here's the real question: “When is it a smart mo...

What are wedding vows? 
How long should wedding vows be?
Can my vows be funny?

In this episode, your host of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast, Camille Abbott, a multi-award-winning Australian celebrant of 1000+ ceremonies, will break writing your wedding vows down into 8 easy steps. 

She helps walk you through how to write vows, that you can feel super confident and proud of, in around 20 minu...