How did our featured newlyweds Kaylynn & Bill meet and fall in love? Want to hear a really fantastic surprise birthday trip proposal? Why get married in Las Vegas? How did they start the wedding planning process from Seattle and discover that they needed help? Kaylynn had a specific vision for her wedding and toured many hotels and locations they considered for their wedding. She knew she wanted a coordinator in charge of the many details of the day and she lucked out finding and hiring Tracey Kumer-Moore of Your Las Vegas Wedding Concierge. Connecting with your wedding planner is important and priceless. The groom totally agrees that a planner is an advocate for your interests with your vendors and they take care of things you probably have not thought about. They worked with wonderful wedding professionals selected from many of Traceyâs references. Kaylynn and Bill realized throughout their 10 month engagement that Tracey helped lessen the overwhelming stress and we all know how much that matters!

Their September wedding took place at the Wynn Las Vegas. They wanted an intimate evening with friends and family to celebrate their union. Were things planned for their guests for the weekend? Kaylynn talks about finding her dream Lazaro wedding gown at a beautiful boutique in Seattle that coincidentally all of the women in her family had gotten their gowns. Kaylynn knew her look was perfect. She describes it as Timeless + Glitzy = Las Vegas Romantic. Hear how they made their twilight ceremony meaningful. Are you thinking of having a half-time wardrobe change? Kaylynn changes into an Alice + Olivia cocktail dress â what fun!

Their vision was achieved via the dÃcor. They wanted an elegant setting so they set up a few lounge spaces, used the outdoor patio, and was surrounded by lots of candles and flowers. Uplights and white chiffon fabric and votives were utilized in the LaTache ballroom. They had a band and DJ with a really cool black dance floor. Learn about their photographer and the shots Kaylynn & Bill really wanted to capture the energy & life of the party. Bill was in charge of food and booze. No traditional sit down dinner for them. No seating charts. Helen from the Wynn helped design creative menu elements for their cocktail party even though they didnât eat much of the food. Sound familiar?

Kaylynn suggests all couples should do something magical right after the ceremony. Can you guess what she is referring to? Listen and find out. What were their most memorable & favorite moments about the wedding? What was the best money ever spent? Their motto was to have fun and enjoy themselves. Their guests are still raving about their fabulous Vegas wedding at the Wynn. This Newlywedcast is inspiring and full of love.

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Tracey Kumer-Mooreâs website
Traceyâs blog

Photographer â Ashley Bartoletti website

Site of Engagement - Le Blanc website

Wynn Las Vegas website

Cleopatraâs Barge in Caesars Palace  website

Marcellaâs La Boutique in Seattle website

Sway & Cake in Seattle website

Band / DJ â Vanity Inc. website

Event Designer Andrea Trubiro â LT Eventions website

Dress â Peter Lazaro website

Bridesmaid dresses -  Jim Hjelm website

Honeymoon â Zihuatanejo, Mexico website 

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Where: New York Showroom Classic Party Rentals where âEvery Event is a Big Eventâ

Friend and colleague Nancy Swiezy invited us to a special industry event and we want you to be part of the excitement and get inspired with information from pros that have a pulse in the party business. Robert Allen, Executive Producer, takes us behind the scenes at the Classic Party Rentals NYC launch party with top chefs, caterers, & floral dÃcor and event designers. With more than 25 years of experience, Classic Party Rentals is the nationâs leading full service event rental company.

Good-bye cookie cutter dÃcor. Michael Miner, VP Marketing Classic Party Rentals, talks about his philosophy in the world of events and what brides have available to make their occasion great. Then Robert spoke with leading entertaining expert David Tutera. David tells us about his Enchanted Garden table â its color, texture, personality. David says a wedding has to tell a story with the elements of your wedding. Listen and learn about eclectic looks and Davidâs favorite color trend.

Tess Casey of Aisling Studioâs, designed three tables at the event, and talks about the fabrics, color palette and details that feature different themes, unusual elements, and accent ideas. Do you want an element of surprise? Are you trying to be a little green? PLUS Insider Scoop: Tess specializes in camera-ready flowers and works closely with Creative and Art Directors for film and television. She recently worked on the wedding scenes in the Sex and the City movie. She designed the wedding bouquet for Carrie. What flowers did she use? Want to find out the designer of the gown SJP wore? What should a couple know when starting their search for a floral designer? Tess gives her expert advice.

Whatâs the new white? Ed Libby, award winning event designer, presented two tables. The Bling table has sparkle! He has designed for celebrity clients including Naomi Campbell, Tyra Banks, Robert DeNiro, Usher, and Diddy. Edâs best advice: Marry a couplesâ design fantasy with professional expertise so itâs a fun process.

Food is an element of dÃcor and something to talk about. Chefs created culinary delights enjoyed by invited guests. Since founding Thomas Preti Caterers, Inc. over 20 years ago, Chef Thomas Preti has orchestrated thousands of events. Local, organic food is becoming part of the menu today. Current wedding trends in food are discussed with Kelven Book of Canard Inc. Recognizable foods with a twist are starting to be prepared to make it more special, surprising and appetizing. Signature cocktails are here to stay. Interactive food at weddings and social events is a winner. Olivier Cheng created a tasting plate of savory and sweet fois gras, a naked salmon station, and a liquid nitrogen station â cool idea! Are people harder to impress today? Does Olivier welcome the creative challenge? Are you thinking of a cocktail reception only? Olivier tells us that food can evolve at a party.

We end the podcast with Roberta Karsch of Resource One Inc., a custom designed table linen rental company. Learn about unusual objects that were used to bring the element of the unexpected to the party.

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Here are the links from the show:Classic Party Rental websiteDavid Tutera's websiteEd Libby & Company websiteTess Casey Aisling Flowers websiteThomas Preti's websiteCanard Inc. websiteResource One's websiteOlivier Cheng's websiteFlowerPower Foundation websiteCheck out the blog scene on WPN Links page

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Want to turn up the laughter and joy in your marriage?  Want to be more connected?  Carol Bruess and Anna Kudak are Ph.Ds dedicated to studying interpersonal communication patterns of happy couples.  They are both happily married and passionate about making a difference in the lives of other couples.  They are the authors of a charming book titled What Happy Couples Do: Belly Button Fuzz and Bare-Chested Hugs â The Loving Little Rituals of Romance.  Their fifteen years of research examines the touching, romantic, silly, and strange stories and activities of real-life couples from around the country.  This special Lovecast will inspire you and your partner to strengthen your relationship.  We invite you to listen to it together and discover creative ways to enjoy each other.  Youâll be glad you did!

Do you respect your relationship enough to infuse it with effort and intention?  If you want a long-lasting, happy marriage you have to DO something about it.  Kind words, loving gestures, private nicknames, and other forms of endearment help create the enduring bond between two life partners.  Carol and Anna tell us why rituals are the heartbeat of a happy and healthy marriage.  They talk about special, personal ways to show your love, respect and appreciation for your partner. Hear different ways to say âI Love Youâ and the meaning of âMuâ.  Find out the five most corrosive kinds of communication that should be avoided.  How important is increasing positivity and reducing negativity?  You will learn wonderful new ways to express yourselves and celebrate each other everyday.

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What Happy Couples Do website 

What Happy Couples Do blog

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Mindy Weiss, owner and principle planner/designer of Mindy Weiss Party Consultants is described by People magazine as âthe mega-star wedding plannerâ.  She has worked with A-listers such as Eva Longoria & Tony Parker, Heidi Klum & Seal, Kate Beckinsale & Len Wiseman, Shaunie & Shaquille OâNeal, Gwen Stefani & Gavin Rossdale, and Trista & Ryan of ABCâs âThe Bacheloretteâ to name a few.  Join us as we talk with a savvy & knowledgeable event professional who has planned more than 700 weddings and has just authored a book called The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day. Itâs a book for every bride and groom whether you hire a planner or not; whether your wedding costs $10,000 or ten times that.  This comprehensive resource includes real questions and answers, checklists, schedules, budgeting tools and timelines.  Mindy wants to save you from having to worry about the right way to do things. 

In this Meet the Masters find out how Mindy got her start in the wedding and special event business.  Who was her first star client?  What does Mindy love most when designing weddings?  What lesson will you learn when you plan your wedding?  What is her favorite flower and why?  What are some of the happiest choices brides have made over the years?

Planning a wedding is a major undertaking and quite overwhelming.  Want to know your wedding IQ? Mindyâs book has a great quiz called: What kind of bride are you?  Find out if youâre a Dreamer, a Perfectionist, a Rookie, or a Nonconformist.  Whose comfort should you always keep in mind?  When budgeting, what are the first things to go?  What are the best splurges?  If things go wrong will anyone notice?  Should you depend on friends to provide services for your wedding?  How can you cut your guest list?  Mindy is a dedicated expert that really understands the total wedding planning experience from engagement to marriage.

Part of being a stress free bride is being an organized bride.  Learn about Mindyâs hip and stylish bridal gift collection that she designed for Twoâs Company.  We conclude this Meet the Masters talking about The Kiss.  Many couples worry about their kiss being too short, too long, too passionate, or not passionate enough.  Plus Mindy shares one more must hear tip and you have a chance to get a complimentary copy of Mindyâs fantastic book. Mindy believes that your wedding will be a beautiful, extraordinary event and the only nonnegotiable element is your choice of spouse!

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Karen Bussen, top event planner, floral professional and entertaining expert, has designed more than 100 weddings to complement a wide variety of locations, budgets and tastes.  She is the author of Simple Stunning Wedding Flowers and Simple Stunning Wedding Showers.  Learn how Karen got started in the business of weddings and truly enjoys working with brides and grooms to ensure each event is one-of-a-kind.  Todayâs featured wedding master offers practical advice and fresh ideas on wedding flowers and wedding showers that are sure to excite and inspire.

Itâs time to think outside the vase.  What is your personal flower style? What appeals to you?  Start with the big picture then plan the details and special touches to create a story for your whole event.  You can create a desired mood with color, texture and style thatâs visually appealing.  Karen shares some of the latest centerpiece trends, bouquet choices, and original floral dÃcor ideas you may want to incorporate into your wedding day vision.  Karen tells us that the bridal bouquet should be everything you dream of.  Learn how to talk to a flower professional and focus on your budget.  How much should you spend?  When should you splurge and when should you cut back?  What is the tradition for your groomsâ boutonniÃre?  Should you try to make your own bouquets?  Should you keep the height of your arrangements in mind?  Karenâs insider knowledge will help you focus on your options and consider whatâs really important.

Looking for some fun, fabulous, festive ideas for your bridal shower?  Are showers for women only?  Interested in a coed celebration?  Let Karen help you make your party pop!  There is a theme just for your personality and interests.  The Chocolate Loverâs Lingerie Shower, the Pampered Princess, the Workshop Shower, Cosmopolitan Mix, 24-Hour Shower, and Gourmet Soiree are just a few.  Karen features twenty in her book.  Games and activities, a creative menu and signature cocktails will make this party meaningful and uniquely yours.  These ideas can be used any time you entertain friends at home. Etiquette does matter.  Karen tells us the Doâs and Donâts that all brides must hear.  May you be âshoweredâ with love, laughter and special memories.

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