In this debut episode of Everybody Raved!, wedding planner Melanie Murphy of By Invitation Only joins hosts Scott Hall and Austin Syms to discuss the art of creating authentic and personalized weddings. Melanie shares insights from her 20 years in the industry, highlighting the importance of collaboration, mindful planning, and genuine connections with clients. Amber Chaplin of Twist Bartending also shares expertise on creating unique and memorable bar experiences, while florist Andrew Stinson of WAS Design Works provides valuable budgeting advice for wedding florals.

Guests:

• Melanie Murphy, By Invitation Only
  Website: www.murphyweddings.com
  Instagram: @murphyweddings
• Amber Chaplin, Twist Bartending
  Website: www.twistbartendingsc.com
  Instagram: @twistbartendingsc
• Andrew Stinson, WAS Design Works
  Instagram: @wasdesignworks

Episode Highlights & Timestamps:

• 00:00:00 – Episode intro: Reflections on the event industry's busy season
• 00:05:45 – Groom responsibilities and wedding weekend tips
• 00:22:10 – Benefits of hiring a wedding planner
• 00:32:45 – Melanie Murphy: 20 years of wedding planning and authenticity
• 00:38:20 – How wedding planning has evolved post-pandemic
• 00:45:30 – The rise of smaller, personalized weddings
• 00:50:30 – Handling challenging design requests from clients
• 00:55:15 – Avoiding trends and creating timeless events
• 01:02:30 – Cocktail Segment with Amber Chaplin: Signature cocktails and bar tips
• 01:10:00 – Floral Segment with Andrew Stinson: Budgeting effectively for florals

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