In this section we're talking with Jon Lemon, the amazing photographer behind JC Lemon Photography in NYC. Our video and guide will walk you through everything you need to know about photography, including:

• Pricing for a photographer in your area
• Which photography style is right for you?
• Should you have a first look? 
• Wedding Albums + Prints (and how much you can expect to pay)

We're talking with Lizzie Post, the great-great-grandaughter of Emily Post and author of Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette about our trickiest etiquette questions, including:

• Can you invite some kids or plus ones and not all?
• The right way to talk to parents about contributions
• Are cash bars ever ok?
• If you have 'Welcome Drinks' the night before do you have to pay? 

When you first start planning your wedding, you need to start with the basics. We've connected with wedding planner extraordinaire Brooke Avishay of Orange Blossom Special Events to talk about all the important things you need to know when you first start planning your wedding, including:

• Coming up with a wedding vision you can work with
• How to identify your priorities and create a budget around them
• The biggest mistake couples make with their wedding timeline

Figuring out your wedding cake and desserts should be one of the most fun parts of planning of your wedding. After all, you actually have to test out the cakes before you decide! However, there are a few things you need to know aside from which flavor you want. We’re talking with Andrea Weithers, the amazing cake designer behind Sweet Details in Atlanta about so many informative things such as:

• How much cake do you actually need?
• Should you have a cake OR dessert table (or both?!)
• Can a grocery store cake really work for a wedding?

It's so easy to get disconnected from your partner during the planning process. That's why we teamed up with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lesli Doares to go over relationship fundamentals such as:

• The most common communication mistakes couples make
• How to successfully deal with family drama 
• What you can do now for a healthy marriage

If you’re anything like I was, you probably have A LOT of questions around your wedding music. From deciding between a band or DJ and coming up with your first dance song, there can be a lot of pressure around making sure you craft the perfect playlist. That’s why we reached out to the one of the best DJs in the country, Ian Gotler, the founder of RedShoe in Los Angeles. He’s sharing so much great advice with us, including:

• Average cost of a DJ vs. a band
• Ways to save on your music setup
• How to choose the right songs for every part of your wedding

One of the first questions you're probably wondering is,  "Why are wedding flowers so %$%^& expensive?!” We talked with Amy McCord Jones, the flower powerhouse behind Flower Moxie, and she filled us in on every single thing you need to know about wedding flowers. Whether you decide to go with a florist or DIY them, this section will teach you:

• If out-of-season and in-season flowers really affect your price
• How much you can expect to pay for a professional florist vs. DIY
• The most underrated wedding flower every couple should consider

Wedding contracts have become such an important topic, especially since the pandemic. That’s why we wanted to reach out to a lawyer who has seen both sides, Bob Schrader, esq. A former venue owner, he’s breaking down the crucial information you need to know about your wedding contracts, including:

• What every wedding contract needs to include
• The truth about force majeure clauses
• How to make legally binding changes to your contract 

Once you have your venue, a lot of things start to fall into place. Which is why it’s so important to make sure you pick the right one for your vision! In this section we’re guiding you through the A-Z’s of venues and catering alongside Maria Erickson, the wedding planner and co-founder of Walden in Chicago. Through our conversation and accompanying guide you’ll learn:

• The average cost per person for food/beverage packages around the country as well as venue fees
• How to save thousands at your reception (without looking like you did)
• Wedding Rentals: Which ones you should actually buy instead

There are so many rules when it comes to wedding invitations, from the wording to the way you address your envelopes. We’re dedicating an entire section to invites and walking you through the ins and outs of them, sharing information such as:

• The real timelines for sending your Save the Dates + Invites
• Proper wedding invitation wording for tricky situations
• How to address your envelopes so it’s clear who’s invited (and who’s not)

Whether you're still searching for your dream dress or you've already said "Yes!," this section will hold your hand every step of the way. We're talking with Malinda Macari, the owner and bridal stylist of the dreamy Your Dream Bridal in Sudbury, MA. We had so much fun talking about all the wedding dress basics, including:

• How many alterations you’ll need on average  
• What to bring (and avoid) at your appointment 
• How to safely store your dress before the wedding 
• Tuxedos + Suits: Should you rent or buy?

This time period has been so confusing for couples planning their wedding that we wanted to give you the tools you need to stay calm and carry on no matter the situation! In this section our expert panel is sharing what they’ve learned throughout this difficult process, and their advice to couples who are navigating this tricky time.