Episodes

  • Limestone Limousines
    Aug 28 2024

    Meet Brett Butzer, General Manager of Limestone Limousines, Lexington, Kentucky’s newest transportation company. Limestone Limousines offers 4 vehicles for couples to utilize on their wedding day and we chat about all of the ways using professional transportation can be helpful on your wedding day and it might not be as expensive as you think!

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    30 mins
  • Men's Attire
    Aug 14 2024

    Mac and Clay located in Lexington, Kentucky isn’t your typical men’s clothing store. With more than 20 years in the formal wear industry, Matt Guarnieri saw a need for a different type of store in Lexington. One where men could get custom suits or tuxedos tailored to their style & measurements for years of wear, along with a more sophisticated every day look or special event attire. Matt touches on trends in the men’s industry along with the process for a groom to get a custom wedding day suit and how much they should budget for it.

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    14 mins
  • All-Inclusive Hotel Venues
    Jul 31 2024

    For over 50 years, The Campbell House, based in Lexington, KY, has been hosting weddings and events in their signature Kentucky style and most recently with a full renovation and addition to the property. Included with the renovation are completely remodeled guest rooms/suites and 2 large ballrooms designed to represent Kentucky’s rich equine history. If you are looking for a stress-free wedding venue, a hotel could bean option for you!

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    31 mins
  • Maximizing Your Wedding Flower Budget
    Jul 17 2024

    For an inside look at florals for your wedding I chat with Cassidy May, the owner of The Wild Rose based in Richmond, Kentucky offering floral designs and event coordination.

    Wedding flowers are an area that many couples either have at the top of their priority list OR they prefer to just not think about them. Cassidy shares about the types of florals to consider for your wedding, the price differences in flowers and arrangements, where you can (and absolutely shouldn't) skimp on flowers, and how to really maximize your floral budget so that it works for you.

    Key Moments:

    • 00:38: Cassidy talks about how The Wild Rose began
    • 01:28: Florals and coordinating go hand in hand
    • 02:18: Couples either rank flowers in their top wish lists, or don’t consider them at all
    • 03:11: Types of flowers you might need or want for your wedding day
    • 06:03: Ways to reuse your ceremony flowers
    • 08:45: Price range for the bride’s bouquet
    • 09:43: Do colors and types of flowers affect the price of flowers?
    • 11:53: Why consultations with vendors (florists, especially) are so important
    • 12:52: Which flowers tend to be the most expensive?
    • 13:56: The lengths Cassidy will go to to secure requested flowers
    • 14:28: How do silk flowers compare in price to real flowers?
    • 17:02: Are candle centerpieces cost effective?
    • 17:51: Vase rentals are included with your florist (don’t buy these!)
    • 20:07: Maximizing your floral budget: cutting down on boutonnieres
    • 20:43: Maximizing your floral budget: cutting down on corsages
    • 21:29: The problem with boutonnieres
    • 22:26: Can you reuse your bridesmaid bouquets as centerpieces?
    • 23:31: Bud vases for centerpieces
    • 24:01: Maximizing your floral budget: cutting out flowers on the cake (with a caveat)
    • 25:27: Prices for cake flowers
    • 26:53: Where you should absolutely spend your floral budget
    • 27:07: Cassidy shares the proper way to hold a bouquet
    • 28:36: Does the price of a bridal bouquet change if it’s traditional vs cascading?
    • 29:17: Cassidy’s team at The Wild Rose and how they can support during the wedding

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    31 mins
  • Grand Ballroom of the Signature Club of Lansdowne
    Jul 3 2024

    Conveniently located in the heart of Lexington is the Grand Ballroom of the Signature Club of Lansdowne. They specialize in creating one-of-a-kind weddings and special events of all sizes and types that reflect your personal style The Grand Ballroom offers 4,000 square feet of flexible rental facilities, located right in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky. Included standard with this versatile banquet and reception hall is a 720 square foot marble dance floor, wall-to-wall windows, and oversized French doors opening onto an elegant terrace providing an additional 2,000 square feet for hosting guests outside. Learn more about The Signature Club from Venue Manager Ashley Turner Frazier.

    Listen to learn more about:
    • 01:06: History and description of the Signature Club
    • 02:09: Membership at the Club
    • 02:45: Renting the Ballroom
    • 03:14: Options for where to have ceremony (terrace)
    • 04:12: Chairs, tables, and linens rentals at the Club
    • 04:35: Ceremony setup options with rain plan options
    • 06:50: Recent renovations
    • 07:30: Most popular days for wedding ceremony rentals
    • 08:20: Pricing for venue rentals at the Signature Club
    • 09:35: Guest parking at the Signature Club
    • 10:31: The Bridal Suite
    • 11:34: Convenient location to nearby hotels for couples to get ready
    • 12:50: Rehearsal dinners at the Signature Club
    • 13:56: Supporting staff at the Club on your wedding day
    • 15:17: Coordinating logistics and meeting with brides
    • 17:21: Have you seen any unique ballroom or terrace set ups?
    • 18:29: Other events at the Signature Club beyond weddings
    • 19:17: Various options for taking photos around the property
    • 21:49: What do you wish couples knew about renting a venue?
    • 24:07: Deposit required for a Saturday wedding
    • 24:36: How far in advance would a couple need to book a wedding?
    • 25:11: The best way to reach out to schedule a tour
    • 26:52: Ashley’s final thoughts on what sets the Signature Club apart as a venue

    Connect with The Signature Club of Lansdowne:

    Website: https://www.signatureclub.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signatureclublex/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063752222464&fref=ts Email: aturner@signatureclub.org

    Connect with Sarah:

    Website: www.simplylovestudio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplylovestudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplylovestudio Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SimplyLoveLex/

    How to work together:

    If you’re a bride or couple in the Lexington, Kentucky area who feels overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your wedding, Simply Love Studio is here for you! Simply Love Studio is a free resource for couples at any stage of their wedding planning process and is funded by Lexington’s most preferred wedding vendors. Make an appointment in person or online with me, Sarah, at https://www.simplylovestudio.com/contact-us/.

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    28 mins
  • Wedding Photography with emphasis in Albums
    Jun 19 2024

    Shelly Dawn Fryman, owner of Shelly Dawn Images wedding photographer, based in Lexington, KY shares how wedding photo delivery has changed in the past decade and how most photographers deliver images now. We focus on the importance of wedding albums. When the wedding is all said and done, the album is what you will cherish forever.

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    31 mins
  • Vitamin IV Therapies
    Jun 5 2024

    Vitamin IV therapies, are part of a popular health and wellness trend spreading across the region. I sat down with Jon Hurley, Founder of Renew Hydration, based in Lexington, Kentucky to learn more about the pros, cons, side effects and cost of IV Therapies. Renew Hydration is First Responder and Physician Owned. They provide clean, professional on demand IV services when you need it, and where you need it.

    • 00:00: Introduction to Vitamin IV therapies
    • 00:55: How Jon got started in this business
    • 02:05: How did Vitamin IV therapies start and take off?
    • 02:57: What exactly are hydration IV therapies and how do they work?
    • 03:29: Who can benefit from these therapies?
    • 04:30: How long does the process take?
    • 05:02: What is the most popular option people choose?
    • 06:19: Pre-scheduling your appointments
    • 07:02: Preparing to try hydration therapy for your wedding
    • 08:29: Jon’s thoughts on using the service for the wedding party
    • 09:18: Renew Hydration giveaway gifts for the bride and groom
    • 09:33: A good time to get hydration IV on your wedding day
    • 10:41: How Renew Hydration can help “take back your day”
    • 12:16: Two things Renew Hydration can’t give you
    • 12:36: Safety and doctor’s approval by the Renew Hydration team prior to treatment
    • 12:54: Treatment recommendations for allergies and sinus issues
    • 13:41: Is the treatment safe for all ages?
    • 14:31: Pricing for Renew Hydration services
    • 16:07: Memberships for repeat IV treatments
    • 17:52: What should you look for in an IV therapy service outside of Lexington?
    • 19:16: How do you help those who are afraid of needles?
    • 20:45: What are your Lipo B and Lipo C options to target fat loss?
    • 23:40: Fixing the root of the problem is what Renew Hydration is all about
    • 25:38: The best way to reach Renew Hydration to learn more or schedule
    Connect with Renew Hydration:

    Website: https://renewhydrationky.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hydrationrenew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hydrationrenew Telephone: 859-488-6731

    Connect with Sarah:

    Website: www.simplylovestudio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplylovestudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplylovestudio Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SimplyLoveLex/

    How to work together:

    If you’re a bride or couple in the Lexington, Kentucky area who feels overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your wedding, Simply Love Studio is here for you! Simply Love Studio is a free resource for couples at any stage of their wedding planning process and is funded by Lexington’s most preferred wedding vendors. Make an appointment in person or online with me, Sarah, today with my link!

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    27 mins
  • Tipping Your Wedding Vendors
    May 29 2024

    One of the most frequently asked questions a wedding planner or coordinator gets asked now is "Which vendor do I tip and how much?" Candice Ford with Candice Ford Event Design and Alainna Lantz with Perfect Timing Weddings & Events join in on the conversation and share their thoughts and what other couples are doing!

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    45 mins