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Welcome to The Aisle, the go-to wedding planning podcast for brides who want real advice, luxury-level inspiration, and zero sugarcoating. Hosted by Trista Croce, the founder and CEO of BTS Event Management, a leading luxury wedding planning and design firm. Week after week, this show dives deep into everything today’s bride needs to plan an unforgettable wedding.
Trista brings you brutally honest insights, expert wedding planning tips, destination wedding advice, bridal trends, and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of high-end events. From navigating family dynamics to choosing the right partner, from budgeting and timelines to emotional wellness during the planning process, nothing is off-limits.
Featuring interviews with top wedding professionals and celebrity guests, including iconic designers like Berta and Galia Lahav, and former Bachelorette Desiree Hartstock, The Aisle uncovers the strategies, secrets, and lessons behind the most unforgettable weddings.
Whether you're planning a luxury wedding, a destination celebration, or simply want guidance from real industry experts, this bridal podcast will help you feel informed, confident, and inspired every step down the aisle.
For more tips, planning resources, and real wedding inspiration, visit www.btseventmanagement.com
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70. Don’t Be a Bratty Bride: How Your Attitude Shapes Your Wedding Planning Experience
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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69. Navigating the Many Forms of Wedding Planning Conflict
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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68. Newly Engaged? The First Things To Do BEFORE Wedding Planning
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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67. Spilling the Tea: What Really Happens on Wedding Day
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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66. How to Build a Realistic Wedding Budget
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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65. From Girlfriend to Wife: Navigating the Transition with Grace
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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64. Breaking Into the Wedding Industry: What No One Tells You
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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63. Breaking Down Wedding Costs: What’s Worth It & What's Changing
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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62. How to Make Your Party Perfect Like the Pros
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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61. Hard Business Lessons: Boundaries, Confidence & Industry Relationships
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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60. Wedding Year in Review: Trends, Truths & What Couples Need for 2026
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Dec 30, 2025 |
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59. Balancing Faith, Career & Love: Claire Wolford’s Story
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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58. From Florida to Scottsdale: BTS Bride, Hayley’s Destination Wedding Journey
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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57. Preserving Voices, Capturing Memories: Inside the Creation of After the Tone
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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56. Love Isn’t Enough: The Questions Couples Skip (But Shouldn’t)
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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55: Bridesmaid Drama: Let’s Talk About It
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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54. Venue Shopping 101: What Couples Really Need to Know
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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53. Defining Greatness: What It Takes to be a Top Tier Wedding Planner
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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52. Love, Life & The Luxury Bride: Carolyn Estephany on Balancing It All
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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51. When the Wedding Ends and The Rest of Life Begins: Nina Hill’s Story
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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50. NYBFW Recap + The Black Tie Debate: Why Serving Looks Requires You to Then Serve the Experience
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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49. Understanding Wedding Costs: Real Talk with Tulle Together
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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48. Mushrooms, Health and Wellness & Managing Wedding Stress — with Alice Mushrooms
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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47. The Planner’s Balancing Act: Guiding, Leading & Letting Go Plus Full Details on What a Wedding Day Dresser is
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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46. Be Bronze & Beautiful: Bridal Beauty Edition
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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45. The Legal Side Of Luxury Weddings With Brenda Schamy
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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44. Finding Calm in the Chaos: Stress Relief for Brides & Vendors
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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43. Life After "I Do" With Trisha Bishop
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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42. The Family Patterns and Sibling Dynamics That Follow You To the Aisle
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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41. Season of "I Do": BTS Bride, Katelynn Plans in Real Time
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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40. When Two Worlds Become One:Tips for a Smooth Family Merge
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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39. No One Talks About This Part of Wedding Planning-But We Are
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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38. When “I Do” Doesn’t Feel Right: Why Walking Away Is Okay
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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37. High Taste, No Waste: How to Prioritize What Really Matters in a Luxury Wedding
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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36. Weddings Without Burnout: The Boundaries Episode for Brides and Vendors
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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35. Touchdowns & True Love: Cardinals Star Andre Baccellia and fiancé Hailey Banaga spill all the details of their proposal
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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34. Do You Even Need a Planner? Let’s Talk Honestly About It.
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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33. Tips On Planning The Perfect Engagement Shoot
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Jun 24, 2025 |
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32. This Is BTS: The Lessons and the Level Ups
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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31. Captured Correctly: A Wedding Day With Content Creation
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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30. Fellow Vendors: 4 Crucial Tips to Help Elevate your Business
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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29: Leaving Behind in 2024 and Letting Grow in 2025
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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28. Budget: Whose Responsibility is This?
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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27. How to Choose Your Wedding Music
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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26. Girl Talk: My Honest Views on Popular Wedding Topics
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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25. Innate Human Desire for Connection, Vendor Edition
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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24. Vendor Rules and Diamond Details
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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23. Yes, You Need a Bridal Stylist
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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22. Professional Hair and Make Up Advice from Kylee Hudson
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Aug 13, 2024 |
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21. Reality TV Star Charli Burnett shares valuable advice on being a Fiancee
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Jul 30, 2024 |
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20. I Have No Competition
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Jun 11, 2024 |
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19. Day of Content Creator Explained
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May 28, 2024 |
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18. 5 Of The Most Unpredictable Wedding Planning Happenings
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May 14, 2024 |
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17. Wellness First Navigating Your Wedding Planning Journey with Ease
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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16. Mastering Vendor Selection: Your Guide to the Perfect Wedding Team
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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15. Inside BTS Event Management: Real Wedding Talk with Trista and Kelly
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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14. She Means Business: Navigating the Corporate Aisle
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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13. Say "I Do" to Stress-Free Wedding Planning: Expert Tips for a Blissful Experience
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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12. From Dreams to Reality: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Your Wedding Goals
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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11. Avoiding Business Pitfalls: Tips for New Entrepreneurs in the Wedding Industry
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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10. DIY or Bust? Uncovering the Truth Behind DIY Wedding Projects
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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9. 5 Harsh Realities Every Couple Should Know About Wedding Planning
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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8. Busting Budget Myths: Honest Conversations and Responsible Choices for Your Dream Wedding
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Oct 24, 2023 |
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7. Turning a Passion for Weddings into an Empire: The Rise of Got Your Bash
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Oct 09, 2023 |
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6. The Road to Success in the Wedding World: Insider Tips from a Self-Taught Expert
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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5. Love, Music, and a Surprise Proposal: Ni/Co's Engagement Story
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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4. From Fashion School to Bridal Styling: The Journey of a Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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3. From Game Plans to Wedding Plans: When Love on a Reality Show Becomes a Real-Life Commitment
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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2. All About the Invites with Kendall Long
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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1. Back in the Spotlight: The Revival of The Aisle Podcast
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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30. Special Guest, Karen Sabag
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Mar 22, 2022 |
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29. Wedding Day Schedules
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Feb 23, 2022 |
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28. Vegas Girls Night Out
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Feb 09, 2022 |
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27. Rain on your Wedding Day
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Aug 18, 2021 |
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26. Designer Anoluko Bespoke
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Aug 03, 2021 |
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25. Birch Event Design
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Jun 29, 2021 |
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24. The Truth About Budgets
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Jun 02, 2021 |
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23. Renowned Baker, Elizabeth's Cake Emporium
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May 18, 2021 |
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22. Designer Jackson Wiederhoeft
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May 04, 2021 |
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21. Rescue Flats
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Apr 21, 2021 |
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20. Meet The Team
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Apr 07, 2021 |
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19- The Brodie Bride
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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18. Tia is the Co-Host!
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Feb 17, 2021 |
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17. Special Guest, Hayley Larue
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Feb 02, 2021 |
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16. Jewelry Designer, Jordanna
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Jan 19, 2021 |
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15. 2021 Goals
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Jan 05, 2021 |
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14. Lauren Elaine Bridal
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Dec 15, 2020 |
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13. The Knot
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Dec 01, 2020 |
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12. Personal Stylist
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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11. All About Bridesmaids
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Nov 03, 2020 |
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10. Designer Katie May
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Oct 20, 2020 |
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9. All Things Bridal Fashion
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Oct 06, 2020 |
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8. BTS x Cabo
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Sep 22, 2020 |
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7. Dating and Relationships
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Sep 08, 2020 |
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6. Designer Karen Willis Holmes
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Aug 25, 2020 |
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5. The Insider Scoop
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Aug 11, 2020 |
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4. BTS GOES HOUSTON
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Jul 29, 2020 |
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3. Money Money$
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Jul 14, 2020 |
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2. The Revolutions
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Jun 30, 2020 |
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1. We're Back!
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Apr 29, 2020 |