This Takes The Cake

The Knot has been helping couples plan their dream weddings for years—but what really goes on behind the scenes of this wedding planning powerhouse? Sara sits down with a special guest from The Knot …

When it comes to wedding attire, one question always comes up—should you rent or buy? In this episode, Lauren from our Chicago office sits down with Chris from Generation Tux, a wedding industry vete…

Writing vows or a wedding speech? Don’t panic—Brian Franklin, founder of Vows & Speeches and a master speechwriter dubbed “The Humorist” by The New York Times, joins Nina to break down what makes a t…

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a professional bridesmaid? Jen Glantz, founder of Bridesmaid for Hire, joins Caroline to dive into over 10 years in the business of standing by brides’ sides—someti…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake, Stohon and Dallas dive into the world of event planning, comparing the fast-paced, high-stakes world of corporate events with the emotion-driven, detail-orient…

What really happens on a wedding day? Jacque sits down with one of our past brides to get the inside scoop—from the planning process to the unexpected moments that made the day unforgettable. Was the…

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the lens at a wedding? In this episode, Jacque sits down with a seasoned wedding photographer who’s seen it all— including one bride caught in a scandalous affa…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake, Jacque sits down with the talented team behind Laura Ashley Catering to explore the art of creating unforgettable wedding menus. From the inspiration behind th…

Love, laughter, and chaos collide in this off-the-rails Valentine’s Day episode! Caroline and Dallas ditch the script to tackle the infamous "wedding planner curse"—does planning perfect weddings rui…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake, Jacque sits down with renowned wedding photographer Steve Lawson of Michelle Lawson Photography to talk about what it takes to capture the magic of a wedding d…

Ever wish you could hear your wedding day all over again? In this episode of This Takes the Cake, Sara sits down with Will, the creator of private wedding podcasts, to explore a unique way to capture…

Planning the perfect wedding can feel like a dream come true, but how do you balance that dream with the realities of budget, time, and unforeseen challenges? In this episode, we dive into the common…

In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa, our Charleston franchise owner, to hear her story of balancing motherhood and wedding planning. Alyssa shares her journey of managing weddings through pregna…

Join host Jacque as she sits down with the talented Michael J. Calderin, a celebrated wedding officiant based in Palm Beach, Florida. Featured in Brides magazine, Michael is known for his heartfelt c…

Planning a wedding in Spain or Greece? We’re chatting with Hannah from Atlanta and Sarah T from Savannah to reveal the secrets behind creating unforgettable international weddings. From selecting loc…

In this episode, our Florida wedding planners, Jacque from Palm Beach and Caroline from Tampa, reflect on the highs and challenges of the recent wedding season. They dive into how hurricane season im…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake Jacque from Palm Beach and Alex from Aspen team up to share their experiences planning weddings in two stunning but very different locations. Alex dives into wh…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake, Chicago owner Lauren chats with Julianne, the founder of Luxe Dog Nanny, about how she helps couples include their furry friends in their big day without a hit…

In this episode of This Takes the Cake, we get to know Jacque and Becca, the powerhouse duo behind our Palm Beach team. Tune in as they share their journey into the world of weddings, how they bring …