Welcome to The Bouquet Toss, the podcast that helps you plan your wedding day, your way! We’re your hosts, Jessica and Sari, and each episode, we dive deep into the traditions and trends you either love, hate, or don’t quite understand.

In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the “average” wedding cost—myth, math, or manipulation? Special guest Sarah Ghabbour from Loved Twice Bridal joins us to reveal how her business is transforming the luxury wedding gown market with curated, pre-loved designer dresses. We’ll explore how opting for a secondhand gown can help couples save big while embracing sustainability, and we’ll also unpack the factors driving the “wedding tax” and why wedding budgets so often spiral out of control.

Episode Highlights:

- Why the “average” wedding cost is often misleading and how survey biases can skew this figure higher than expected.

- The rise of secondhand bridal fashion and how Loved Twice Bridal offers curated, high-end dresses that make luxury affordable and eco-friendly.

- Practical tips for creating a budget based on your priorities, with strategies for choosing where to spend and save.

- How buying a pre-loved gown can be a stylish, sustainable choice without compromising on quality or designer details.

This episode is brought to you by Loved Twice Bridal. Buy and sell once loved designer wedding gowns at https://www.lovedtwicebridal.com.

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Welcome to The Bouquet Toss, the podcast that helps you plan your wedding day, your way! We're your hosts, Jessica and Sari, and in each episode, we dive deep into the traditions and trends you either love, hate, or don’t quite understand. In today’s episode, we’re tackling the world of wedding registries! We discuss the wide variety of registry options available, from traditional kitchen items to cash funds and more creative choices like experience-based gifts. Speaking of experiences, we highlight one particularly unique idea—booking a professional photographer through Flytographer to capture your honeymoon memories in stunning destinations around the world! Episode Highlights:

• Why registry items like kitchenware still matter, especially for more traditional guests.
• The growing popularity of cash funds, honeymoon funds, and other non-traditional gifts—and why they’re here to stay.
• How Flytographer can make your honeymoon even more unforgettable with a professional photo shoot in any major city across the globe.
• Tips for building a registry that truly reflects your needs, whether you're planning a future home fund or adding more personalized experiences.

This episode is presented by Flytographer. Head to https://www.flytographer.com/love to get an exclusive offer on a Flytographer photoshoot for your upcoming trip or as a thoughtful wedding gift for a special couple in your life. We’d love to hear from you! Send your thoughts and suggestions to podcasts@lovestoriestv.com. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Enjoy the episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Podcasts, or on Love Stories TV's YouTube channel. Learn more at https://www.thebudgetsavvybride.com.

Welcome to The Bouquet Toss, the podcast that helps you plan your wedding day, your way! We're your hosts, Jessica and Sari, and in each episode, we talk with special guests, including wedding professionals, recent brides, and friends, to discuss what to keep and what to toss from your wedding day plans.

In today’s episode, we kick things off with a fun recap of some of the biggest wedding headlines of 2024, including how inflation is affecting wedding costs, creative ways couples are managing their budgets, and some surprising trends like charging guests an entrance fee to attend weddings. We share our hot takes and have a few laughs over the wildest stories we’ve come across this year.

Then, we are joined by Anna-Mieke Anderson, founder of MiaDonna, to dive into one of the most impactful topics in the wedding industry—lab-grown diamonds and ethical jewelry! Anna-Mieke shares her incredible journey of founding MiaDonna, her mission to create conflict-free diamonds, and how lab-grown diamonds are revolutionizing the jewelry industry.

Episode Highlights:

- Anna-Mieke’s personal story of how she discovered the reality of conflict diamonds and what inspired her to create MiaDonna.

- A deep dive into the science of lab-grown diamonds—what they are and how they compare to traditional earth-mined diamonds.

- The environmental and ethical benefits of choosing lab-grown diamonds for your engagement ring or wedding jewelry.

- Tips on how to be a conscious consumer when selecting wedding jewelry and what to look for when shopping for conflict-free options.

Tune in for an insightful and eye-opening conversation filled with expert advice, personal stories, and tips on how to make more sustainable choices for your big day! 💍💚

Special Offer: Get 10% off your purchase of $500 or more at MiaDonna's gorgeous, ethically sourced jewelry when you use code BOUQUET during checkout. Offer expires December 31, 2024. Cannot be combined with another offer. See terms at https://www.miadonna.com.

We’d love to hear from you! Send your thoughts and suggestions to podcasts@lovestoriestv.com.

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Enjoy the episode!

The Bouquet Toss neon sign was created by our friends at HandMadingGift on Etsy. Viewers of the show can receive an exclusive discount with code THEBOUQUETTOSS at checkout: HandMadingGift on Etsy.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Podcasts, or on Love Stories TV's YouTube channel.

Learn more at https://www.thebudgetsavvybride.com.

Stay tuned for more fun and updates by following us on Instagram at @budgetsavvybride and @lovestoriestv.