The Prepared Bride: A Wedding Podcast

Stylist Series: An Appointment at Elle James with Kristin Panetta

Walking into your first bridal appointment can be intimidating simply because it's something you've never done before! This episode aims to eliminate some of your nerves. Today your host and owner of Elle James Bridal, Kristin Panetta, walks you through the entire appointment at Elle James Bridal from how to book an appointment to what happens during an appointment and what happens after you say YES to the dress.   Ready to book your appointment at Elle James? You can visit ellejamesbridal.com/appointment to get started or give us a call at 769.300.4286.

Bridesmaids Dresses: Elizabeth Davis of Bella Bridesmaids Jackson and Washington DC

Elizabeth Davis is the owner of the Bella Bridesmaids in Jackson, Mississippi and Washington DC. What better person to talk all things bridesmaids dresses?! We talk through every aspect of finding your dress with Bella Bridesmaids as well as common questions and struggles brides deal with - like who to bring to pick out the bridesmaids dresses, how to decide on fabric and shape, and what's the difference between shopping at a Bella Bridesmaids vs. online?  Bella Bridesmaids has 60 locally-owned locations around the US. You can book an appointment with the Mississippi Bella Bridesmaids by clicking here. [https://bellabridesmaids.com/pages/bella-bridesmaids-jackson] To find your local Bella Bridesmaids or one near one of your bridesmaids, you can click here [https://bellabridesmaids.com/pages/store-locator].  Instagram: @bellabridesmaidsjackson [https://www.instagram.com/bellabridesmaidsjackson/]

Videographer: Reagan Thomas of Outland Stories

Hiring a wedding videographer is always a hot topic with brides. They love watching the videos but a lot aren't quite sure if they "need" it. Today we sit down with Reagan Thomas, owner at Outland Stories, to talk all things wedding videography. You will learn why it cost what it does, how it's different from photography, the process of making one wedding video (it's a lot of hours guys!!) and much much more! I personally learned so much from Reagan and know you will walk away feeling super educated and ready to make the decision on if a videographer is for you.  You can see Reagan's incredible work below:  Featured Films [https://outlandstories.com/new-page-54] Website [https://outlandstories.com] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/outland.stories/]

Stylist: Mary Glenn McElveen of M.G. Style

M.G. Style is a Birmingham-based style and lifestyle brand. Founder Mary Glenn McElveen is a premier stylist and closet curator, developing over 200 women’s closets throughout the Southeast. With her innate taste and professionalism, she has grown M.G. Style’s reach and reputation as the go-to source for aspirational styling and looks. M.G. Style partners with clients, brands, and her 34k Instagram followers to curate and elevate the modern woman’s wardrobe. Past Partnerships and brands she has worked with: Khaite J Lowery  Hunter Bell Mi Golondrina Mignonne Gavigan Banana Republic Express The Outnet Tanya Taylor Blair’s Belts Ancora Swimwear M.G. Style Services: Full Closet Edit The Closet Refresh Personal Shopping Event Styling Bridal Styling You can request Mary Glenn's services by clicking here [https://www.styledbymg.com/services].  You can shop her looks + see her daily work on Instagram @m.g._style [https://www.instagram.com/m.g._style/]

Wedding Dress Designer: Allison Webb

IT'S BRIDAL FASHION WEEK!!! To celebrate, we sat down with the one and only wedding dress designer, Allison Webb. She was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia (we love a southern gal!) and is now the head designer of her namesake collection Allison Webb as well as Ti Adora Bridal. We feel super honored to be the exclusive retailer of the Allison Webb Collection in the state of Mississippi, so if you are a bride interested in trying on her gowns, we would love to help you at Elle James Bridal!  During this interview, Allison Webb talks about how she became a wedding dress designer, her time working alongside Oscar de la Renta, her designer process, what to expect from her new collection, and some fantastic tips for brides looking for their wedding dress! If you aren't already a huge fan of her, you absolutely will be after this episode.  You can see more of Allison Webb and her beautiful designs below.. Instagram: @allisonwebbnyc [https://www.instagram.com/allisonwebbnyc/] Website: allisonwebbnyc.com [https://www.jlmcouture.com/allison-webb] Interested in trying Allison Webb on? You can click here to request an appointment at Elle James Bridal! [https://www.ellejamesbridal.com/appointment]