The Bouquet Toss - A Wedding Planning Podcast

Disrupting The Traditional Wedding Registry

Gone are the days of registering for crystal vases. Today's couples are much more likely to put a grill, large appliances, or even honeymoon expenses on their registry than they are to put fine china or serving ware. This type of option is often called a cash registry, and it gives the couples a lot more flexibility in how they can use their wedding gifts! Why has this shift happened? And how do more traditional family members or wedding guests feel about it? With us to discuss is Sara Margolis, CEO of Honeyfund.This episode is sponsored by Honeyfund. Click the link to sign up and get a FREE upgrade to an elite account!Visit the Budget Savvy BrideJoin our Private Wedding Planning Community!The Budget Savvy Wedding Planner and OrganizerBSB Wedding DealsInstagram: https://instagram.com/budgetsavvybrideEmail: podcast@thebudgetsavvybride.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disrupting the Expensive Bridesmaid Dress Tradition

Today we are disrupting the expensive bridesmaid dress tradition. Somewhere along the line, it became a universally accepted truth that being asked to be a bridesmaid for a friend's wedding meant dropping a ton of money on a dress you'd never wear again, AND on all of the pre-wedding activities too.Why did we all become obsessed with our friends being clones to get some pretty pictures? And more importantly, why did achieving this look get so expensive? With us to discuss how to do it the savvy way is Grace Lee, founder & CEO of Birdy Grey.This episode is sponsored by Vow'd Weddings.Visit the Budget Savvy BrideJoin our Private Wedding Planning Community!The Budget Savvy Wedding Planner and OrganizerBSB Wedding DealsInstagram: https://instagram.com/budgetsavvybrideEmail: podcast@thebudgetsavvybride.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 3 Trailer

We’re so excited to be kicking off season 3 to continue helping you decide what to keep and what to toss from your wedding day plans.
Season 1 focused on traditions like brides wearing white and giving the bride away, while Season 2 explored popular wedding trends like renting wedding items or having a dessert bar. In Season 3 we'll be focusing on disrupting all different aspects of the wedding industry from traditional registries, to bridal shower traditions, and digital invitations.
We are really passionate about couples taking back ownership over their own weddings and feeling empowered to plan their day their way. Popular traditions and trends can put a lot of pressure on couples as they try to navigate the expectations of others, and we are here to encourage everyone to plan their weddings the SAVVY way.
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From Budget To Savvy: Everything You Need to Make Your Wedding YOURS!

Having just finished season 2 we wanted to take this time to do a special bonus episode about how a shift in values has guided the direction of the The Budget Savvy Bride over the last few years.
At first, "Budget" was the operative word, but if you've been following along with the podcast, you know that "SAVVY" is where it's at now! Hear from Jess about what inspired this shift, how she is shaping a values-based community based on the savvy model, AND a really helpful acronym for SAVVY that will help you plan the best wedding for YOU!
This week's episode is sponsored by Wedzee.
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Making New Wedding Trends

As a wrap-up to season 2, today's episode is all about ditching the pressure of following established traditions and trends, and starting your own. We've discussed all sorts of awesome trends this season, one's we certainly are in favor of keeping if they align with you and your partner, but we are also really interested in what it looks like to reimagine the wedding industry. Caroline Creidenberg, Founder of Wedfuly joins us to breakdown the Wedding Industrial Complex, and discover how we can rewrite weddings for today's couples!
This week's episode is sponsored by Shutterfly
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Writing Your Wedding Vows

Writing wedding vows can be tricky, stressful, and time consuming, so we want to demystify the process to help you write vows you love. One of the most important aspects of making savvy wedding decisions is that they reflect who YOU are, what you believe, and what you stand for. A beautiful way to incorporate these things into your day is by writing your own vows. This is a trend that is incredibly meaningful and personal, making your wedding a true celebration of you and your partner. Tanya Pushkine, also known as The Vow Whisperer, joins us to share her best tips, tricks, and advice for writing your vows, practicing them out loud, and getting rid of those public speaking jitters.
This episode is sponsored by Vow'd Weddings and by Purple Mattress. Add an amazingly comfortable, state of the art Purple mattress to your wedding registry and vow to get your best night’s sleep every night.
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Wedding Dessert Trends

If you follow B$B on Instagram you know we are huge fans of an alternative wedding cake. Actually, we are just huge fans of creative wedding desserts in general! In season one we took a deep dive into the tradition of cutting the wedding cake, why three-tiered cakes became so popular, and how wedding cakes have evolved and changed over time. This time, we are taking a look at what dessert trends are popular right now from donut walls to dessert bars, how to pull it off on a budget, and other options you may want to consider with Randi Smith, owner of Sugar Euphoria!
This episode is sponsored by Something Borrowed Blooms. Get a FREE centerpiece rental with your $65+ order with CODE: BUDGETSAVVY
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Alternative Wedding Style

We are huge fans of brides and grooms choosing nontraditional attire for their big day. In season 1 we took a deep dive into how the traditional white wedding dress became a thing, and we talked about all of the reasons you may actually want to make a different choice for your big day. Now we're taking a deep dive into what those alternatives can be! Wear purple, put your bridesmaids in white, or opt for a suit instead of a dress! Join us for a conversation with Jeanne Foley and Diana Ganz from SuitShop!
This episode is sponsored by My HALO silicone Rings. Use code HALOSAVVY15 for 15% sitewide.
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Epic Wedding Photography

A wedding was something captured on camera and film since we had the capability to do so, but nowadays, wedding photography is perhaps one of the most important parts. SO many of the real brides we feature on The Budget Savvy Bride say they budgeted the most, or consider a splurge on their wedding photography. There are so many amazingly creative artists that have elevated wedding photography and turned it from traditional portraits to so much more. From adventure elopements to beach weddings, there are so many fun and creative ways to capture your big day. With us to discuss is adventure elopement photographer Meghann Laine Grah of M.Laine Photography.
This week's episode is sponsored by BrideBrite. Try out their newest product BRITEN with code BRITENBouquetToss for 40% off and free shipping!
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Pressed Flower Wedding Details

Today’s topic is for the crafty at heart, and that is the pressed flower trend. Pressed flowers are not new by any means, but brides-to-be and wedding vendors have been getting increasingly more creative with ways to use them. From preserving your bouquet to wedding invitations, and even your cake! Pressed flowers make such a beautiful (and savvy) addition to any wedding. With us today to discuss is Tricia Paoluccio of Modern Pressed Flower. You may have seen her recent pressed flower designs for Oscar De La Renta worn by Taylor Swift herself!
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This week's episode is sponsored by Shutterfly
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