Hey Friend, we're heading into Christmas and personally it's the BEST time of years for me.... I love family and I love getting together for laughs and sharing gifts! I am a giver, I love finding a thoughtful gift and sharing it with loved ones.  So today I thought it would be a super time to talk about ideas for your loved ones gifts on your wedding day!  You're in gift mode, right?  So why not keep thinking and sort those on the day wedding gifts. You might have some more time to really think so why not start thinking about those gifts now! This episode is all around some ideas for those closest, I am not talking about he wedding party here I am talking about your partner, parents, grandparents.   Now none of these gifts are necessary or required, it's your day, you make the rules (that's what I am all about) but like I said I wanted to give my parents and partner something for the day, as a thank you and an - I Love you.  So hit play and I hope it get's you think. Pop over @secretbridesclub for some more ideas and pop yours in the comments I'd love to know your ideas and share them with the community!  Ps I mentioned @pink_carat_jewellery in the podcast so head to their page and check out how amazing their work it! xx Happy Shopping!  Kristen xx

Hey Friend, we're heading into Christmas and personally it's the BEST time of years for me.... I love family and I love getting together for laughs and sharing gifts! I am a giver, I love finding a thoughtful gift and sharing it with loved ones.  So today I thought it would be a super time to talk about ideas for your loved ones gifts on your wedding day!  You're in gift mode, right?  So why not keep thinking and sort those on the day wedding gifts. You might have some more time to really think so why not start thinking about those gifts now! This episode is all around some ideas for those closest, I am not talking about he wedding party here I am talking about your partner, parents, grandparents.   Now none of these gifts are necessary or required, it's your day, you make the rules (that's what I am all about) but like I said I wanted to give my parents and partner something for the day, as a thank you and an - I Love you.  So hit play and I hope it get's you think. Pop over <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a> for some more ideas and pop yours in the comments I'd love to know your ideas and share them with the community!  Ps I mentioned <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pink_carat_jewellery/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@pink_carat_jewellery</a> in the podcast so head to their page and check out how amazing their work it! xx Happy Shopping!  Kristen xx

35. What special gifts could you give loved ones on your Wedding Day

Hey Lovely,  I am so glad you are here because I have my top 5 ways to keep the enthusiasm, excitement and energy for planning your wedding together over the Christmas Holidays Which might actually be easy because it's tools down at work, you're switching off so you can now switch on to actually planning your day with each other.  I've add the top 5 things you can do together and this is the key. At this time of year why not plan together. Spend time enjoying each other company while you have time off together and life isn't too busy.  I mentioned the Budget in this episode and here is the FREE tool I was talking about - CLICK HERE and grab it now.  So whilst lift is busy and we are getting ready to head into Christmas and you're winding down work, enjoy ramping up the planning together as a team, do things together, have a laugh and enjoy this time! Your wedding day is coming to enjoy all these little moments.  Love Kristen ps CLICK HERE for the table planning episode I was talking about, super helpful to plan out your tables. xx

Hey Lovely,  I am so glad you are here because I have my top 5 ways to keep the enthusiasm, excitement and energy for planning your wedding together over the Christmas Holidays Which might actually be easy because it's tools down at work, you're switching off so you can now switch on to actually planning your day with each other.  I've add the top 5 things you can do together and this is the key. At this time of year why not plan together. Spend time enjoying each other company while you have time off together and life isn't too busy.  I mentioned the <a href="https://www.subscribepage.com/budgetplannerdownload" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Budget</a> in this episode and here is the FREE tool I was talking about - <a href="https://www.subscribepage.com/budgetplannerdownload" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> and grab it now.  So whilst lift is busy and we are getting ready to head into Christmas and you're winding down work, enjoy ramping up the planning together as a team, do things together, have a laugh and enjoy this time! Your wedding day is coming to enjoy all these little moments.  Love Kristen ps <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/weddingpodcast/episode/3fd50829/episode-3-how-to-plan-your-table-seating-with-ease" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> for the table planning episode I was talking about, super helpful to plan out your tables. xx

Ep 34. 5 ways to plan your wedding together over the Christmas Holidays

This week I am talking more about life, a quote I read and how one small change can create really big ones! Why is this something that I want to talk about?  Well, I am a believer that you're not just planning a wedding, you're a women who is living a big life. Some days things are really big and it's nice to hear ideas about how we can create change, what if we did make a change (big or small) and what does that mean! I read a quote - Nothing changes if nothing changes And it lead me to creating todays podcast where I am asking you a few questions in the hope it sparks a moment with you, helps you shine a light on something that maybe you would like to change and why you want to make that change. Enjoy and let me know what you think by leaving me a review here on apple podcast.  See you next week, Kristen xx The One thing - Book by Garry Keller  @secretbridesclub

This week I am talking more about life, a quote I read and how one small change can create really big ones! Why is this something that I want to talk about?  Well, I am a believer that you're not just planning a wedding, you're a women who is living a big life. Some days things are really big and it's nice to hear ideas about how we can create change, what if we did make a change (big or small) and what does that mean! I read a quote - Nothing changes if nothing changes And it lead me to creating todays podcast where I am asking you a few questions in the hope it sparks a moment with you, helps you shine a light on something that maybe you would like to change and why you want to make that change. Enjoy and let me know what you think by leaving me a review <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/secret-brides-club/id1562920734" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> on apple podcast.  See you next week, Kristen xx <a href="https://www.audible.com.au/pd/The-ONE-Thing-Audiobook/B00FOXW858?source_code=M2MOR1341126180055&amp;ipRedirectOverride=true&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA15yNBhDTARIsAGnwe0VPvZF0f6YtXXEzZLOf0lZAxbY_t11g0ZEt46dRPpZcUH0HfdmAc8IaAhbuEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The One thing - Book by Garry Keller</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a>

Ep 33. How you can create change in your life - Nothing changes if nothing changes!

Hey, so this weeks I am tackling a question I read in a FB group which I thought was a good question and one I have an opinion and also a few comments on in the hope to help you make a decision if you're on the fence! So I have laid out a few pros and cons and talk through what a makeup artist will offer that you might not have at your disposal. I hope it helps you if you’re on the fence wondering what could I do my self. I’m all for a DIY but I also know where my skills lie and that’s the big focus today!  Ps if you want to know what time to book the makeup artist then join me 25th Nov for my run sheet workshop! I have got some sensational secrets to share with you to ease the overwhelm and feel in control.  CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WORKSHOP FREE - Email Template  Talk to you next week Kristen 

Hey, so this weeks I am tackling a question I read in a FB group which I thought was a good question and one I have an opinion and also a few comments on in the hope to help you make a decision if you're on the fence! So I have laid out a few pros and cons and talk through what a makeup artist will offer that you might not have at your disposal. I hope it helps you if you’re on the fence wondering what could I do my self. I’m all for a DIY but I also know where my skills lie and that’s the big focus today!  Ps if you want to know what time to book the makeup artist then join me <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/readysetrunsheetworkshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">25th Nov for my run sheet workshop</a>! I have got some sensational secrets to share with you to ease the overwhelm and feel in control.  <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/readysetrunsheetworkshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WORKSHOP</a> <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a8d1545448" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE - Email Template </a> Talk to you next week Kristen

Ep 32. Wedding make up. Should I DIY to save money?

This can be a tricky one to navigate...Work colleagues at a wedding, what should you do? This week on the podcast I am going to answer this quite simply but I hope with enough advise that it leaves you feeling like you can confidently make the right decision for you as a couple.  Our work colleagues become family. I mean far out we see them more than we do our family sometimes so what do you do? Listen to the questions I put to you this week in the podcast, I think they will really clarify if you want to invite them or if you should. I also have dropped a few idea about how you can invite them with out having them be there all day! It's a tricky one to navigate but it really does not need to be. Don't over think it. Go with your gut... Have a good week! Love Kristen xx Ps have you signed up for me Ready, Set, Run sheet workshop? Please CLICK HERE, it's a total stress game changer, trust me on this one you're going to LOVE it! xx @secretbridesclub Facebook Group 

This can be a tricky one to navigate...Work colleagues at a wedding, what should you do? This week on the podcast I am going to answer this quite simply but I hope with enough advise that it leaves you feeling like you can confidently make the right decision for you as a couple.  Our work colleagues become family. I mean far out we see them more than we do our family sometimes so what do you do? Listen to the questions I put to you this week in the podcast, I think they will really clarify if you want to invite them or if you should. I also have dropped a few idea about how you can invite them with out having them be there all day! It's a tricky one to navigate but it really does not need to be. Don't over think it. Go with your gut... Have a good week! Love Kristen xx Ps have you signed up for me Ready, Set, Run sheet workshop? Please <a href="https://www.subscribepage.com/waitlistreadysetrunsheet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>, it's a total stress game changer, trust me on this one you're going to LOVE it! xx <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group </a>

31. Should I invite my work colleagues to our wedding?

This week on the podcast I am talking to you about some quick steps that you can take when you first get enganged. When I say quick, steps I really mean what do you need to do and in what order so you don't miss booking someone or something  you love. There are a few key things to think of and get going on asap when you have a date so people and vendors don't get booked. I have a detailed eBook (Click HERE to check it out) which I would highly recommend you grab.  It will walk you through the 5 simple steps to kickstart your planning. These steps will lead you in the right direction to booking your venue and knowing what your wedding vibe is, it's such a great tool to help you feel in control of this time in your planning. This episode is a sounding board for you to have a quick overview of what you could do and when. So to help you in this journey grab the eBook - Engaged? Here are 5 simple steps to kickstart your planning. Also grab your FREE DIY question list for your venue. Until next week, remember SOAK IT ALL IN!  Kristen xx @secretbridesclub Facebook Group Website

This week on the podcast I am talking to you about some quick steps that you can take when you first get enganged. When I say quick, steps I really mean what do you need to do and in what order so you don't miss booking someone or something  you love. There are a few key things to think of and get going on asap when you have a date so people and vendors don't get booked. I have a detailed eBook (Click <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/products/e-book-engaged-here-are-5-simple-st" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> to check it out) which I would highly recommend you grab.  It will walk you through the 5 simple steps to kickstart your planning. These steps will lead you in the right direction to booking your venue and knowing what your wedding vibe is, it's such a great tool to help you feel in control of this time in your planning. This episode is a sounding board for you to have a quick overview of what you could do and when. So to help you in this journey grab the eBook - <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/products/e-book-engaged-here-are-5-simple-st" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Engaged? Here are 5 simple steps to kickstart your planning.</a> Also grab your <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/2ede60af27" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE DIY question list for your venue</a>. Until next week, remember SOAK IT ALL IN!  Kristen xx <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>

Ep 30. Engaged? You need to hear this!

Today I am throwing a you a curve ball, but a very important one. I am taking you off wedding planning for a moment to talk a moment that changed my life in the hope it help you or someone you love.  If you have been putting off that skin check, if you haven't had your skin checked before then please let this be your friendly reminder to BOOOK IT NOW! Why?  Because at 23 I was told I had a malignant melanoma which is now the most common cancer affecting 15 to 39-year-old Australians. At 23 I would have called BULL SH*T on that statistic....I was 23 for f**k sake, I haven't even lived a life a certainly not a life in the sun, you see as I will explain in this weeks podcast, I was NEVER a sun baby.  Blonde hair, fair skin, never tans and burns easily. Why would I bother? So the news hit me like a ten tone truck.  Today I share this not to scare you BUT to inform you that trusting your gut feeling, listening to you body and getting that check could just save your life.  Together, sharing our stories is what helps create change and inform others, so today I walk a different path to share my story. I always promised myself this club would never be just a space for  wedding planning but a space to grow, learn and inspire.  So please listen &amp; share this story in the hope it helps one person.  Love Kristen xx @secretbrideclub Facebook Community  Blog post

Today I am throwing a you a curve ball, but a very important one. I am taking you off wedding planning for a moment to talk a moment that changed my life in the hope it help you or someone you love.  If you have been putting off that skin check, if you haven't had your skin checked before then please let this be your friendly reminder to BOOOK IT NOW! Why?  Because at 23 I was told I had a malignant melanoma which is now the most common cancer affecting 15 to 39-year-old Australians. At 23 I would have called BULL SH*T on that statistic....I was 23 for f**k sake, I haven't even lived a life a certainly not a life in the sun, you see as I will explain in this weeks podcast, I was NEVER a sun baby.  Blonde hair, fair skin, never tans and burns easily. Why would I bother? So the news hit me like a ten tone truck.  Today I share this not to scare you BUT to inform you that trusting your gut feeling, listening to you body and getting that check could just save your life.  Together, sharing our stories is what helps create change and inform others, so today I walk a different path to share my story. I always promised myself this club would never be just a space for  wedding planning but a space to grow, learn and inspire.  So please listen &amp; share this story in the hope it helps one person.  Love Kristen xx <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbrideclub</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Community </a> <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/post/trust-your-gut-feeling-it-could-save-your-life" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blog post</a>

Ep 29. The moment I didn't see coming and how I hope it can help you. 

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Ok let's talk about your suppliers. Your wedding day is top of the tree, it's the only thing that you're thinking about, the thing that keeps you up at nights and the topic of most conversations right now....right? Well this week I am chatting about connecting with your suppliers. Helping you feel at ease when you speak to them, especially if and feel like you're repeating yourself each time you chat. I know it can feel like maybe they have forgotten or keep asking the same thing BUT I am here to share that... they have other weddings, couples and days before yours that are 'top of their tree' at that moment.  So this week we look at how you can feel in control, comfortable and happy with how your plan is coming together.  A good supplier, knows your wedding is coming up but also has a plan for when and how YOUR day will happen so if you call 4 months out and they need a refresher on who you are, where the wedding is and some details, that's cool.  In this episode I touch on 5 things you can do to feel comfortable and in control of your planning! If you want to take it ONE step further, DM me the words RUN SHEET @seretbridesclub and you will be the first person to hear about my run sheet work shop in November. It will have you run sheet ready in no time! Ok, talk to you next week,  Love Kristen  Facebook Group Website

Ok let's talk about your suppliers. Your wedding day is top of the tree, it's the only thing that you're thinking about, the thing that keeps you up at nights and the topic of most conversations right now....right? Well this week I am chatting about connecting with your suppliers. Helping you feel at ease when you speak to them, especially if and feel like you're repeating yourself each time you chat. I know it can feel like maybe they have forgotten or keep asking the same thing BUT I am here to share that... they have other weddings, couples and days before yours that are 'top of their tree' at that moment.  So this week we look at how you can feel in control, comfortable and happy with how your plan is coming together.  A good supplier, knows your wedding is coming up but also has a plan for when and how YOUR day will happen so if you call 4 months out and they need a refresher on who you are, where the wedding is and some details, that's cool.  In this episode I touch on 5 things you can do to feel comfortable and in control of your planning! If you want to take it ONE step further, DM me the words RUN SHEET <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@seretbridesclub</a> and you will be the first person to hear about my run sheet work shop in November. It will have you run sheet ready in no time! Ok, talk to you next week,  Love Kristen  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/bridal-blue-print" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>

Ep 28. 5 Tips to organising your suppliers in the lead up to your wedding day 

Today I am chatting about all those messages you WILL get that say...'It's going to be hot today, what are you going to do?' I am here to cheer on your reply, which should simply be...GET MARRIED! Weather is a HOT topic, literally (sometimes)! So here are some ways to set you Plan B up with success and ensure that you feel you have covered all basis and are comfortable that what will be will be and you can't change it.  Todays podcast is looking at Plan B ideas for hot, wet &amp; windy days. I have thrown in snow (which I don't have experience in but) to show that it's about asking your venue and using your common sense because you'll find some guest just might not use theirs I wanted to add it in!  So settle in and get ready to take some notes. Having a Plan B is key to nailing your Plan A!  As always, follow along @sectrebridesclub and DM me with any questions as I am always here to cheer you on with them.  If you're not a member of the email club, please click here and jump on the planning train!  ps love you to drop some love here in apple podcast, your support is the BEST! xx  Love Kristen  

Today I am chatting about all those messages you WILL get that say...'It's going to be hot today, what are you going to do?' I am here to cheer on your reply, which should simply be...GET MARRIED! Weather is a HOT topic, literally (sometimes)! So here are some ways to set you Plan B up with success and ensure that you feel you have covered all basis and are comfortable that what will be will be and you can't change it.  Todays podcast is looking at Plan B ideas for hot, wet &amp; windy days. I have thrown in snow (which I don't have experience in but) to show that it's about asking your venue and using your common sense because you'll find some guest just might not use theirs I wanted to add it in!  So settle in and get ready to take some notes. Having a Plan B is key to nailing your Plan A!  As always, follow along <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sectrebridesclub</a> and DM me with any questions as I am always here to cheer you on with them.  If you're not a member of the <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/email-club" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">email club</a>, please click here and jump on the planning train!  ps love you to drop some love <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/secret-brides-club/id1562920734" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> in apple podcast, your support is the BEST! xx Love Kristen

Ep 27. How to make a Weather Plan that works

When it comes to the Dance Floor the louder the better and the fuller the funner! On this week’s podcast I am discussing how to choose between a Band, DJ or Spotify playlist. What to think about and what would suit you best. There is no right answers by the way but for me there needs to be a discussion between you as a couple, what are you after? What vibe? What kinds of atmosphere. So this week we look at what you need to know about each and what could work for you as a couple. First up grab this FREE Non Negotiables sheet that legit changes how you are going to plan you day. It helps you identify and clarify the things that are really f**ken important to you. Now on that list might be dance floor, it might not but what it will do is shine a light on the things that are important to you. Ok let’s look at the three options today, Band, DJ, or Playlist and discuss the best solution for you! Turn me up operate getting serious gorgeous soul Cheers Kristen Join me over @secretbridesclub Facebook Group  Website for all your tools and resources.

When it comes to the Dance Floor the louder the better and the fuller the funner! On this week’s podcast I am discussing how to choose between a Band, DJ or Spotify playlist. What to think about and what would suit you best. There is no right answers by the way but for me there needs to be a discussion between you as a couple, what are you after? What vibe? What kinds of atmosphere. So this week we look at what you need to know about each and what could work for you as a couple. First up grab this <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/77002daefa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Non Negotiables</a> sheet that legit changes how you are going to plan you day. It helps you identify and clarify the things that are really f**ken important to you. Now on that list might be dance floor, it might not but what it will do is shine a light on the things that are important to you. Ok let’s look at the three options today, Band, DJ, or Playlist and discuss the best solution for you! Turn me up operate getting serious gorgeous soul Cheers Kristen Join me over <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group </a> <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> for all your tools and resources.

Ep 26. Turn up the tunes! Should you choose a Band, Dj or make a Play list?

Join me every Wednesday as I throw wedding wisdom around like confetti. I am Kristen Werner here to chat about the messy and the fun parts of rocking your journey from Miss to Mrs where I help turn your planning from overwhelming to in control!Each week I share wedding tips for you to learn and grow maybe you're looking for a unique location where they can do more yourself so I want you to feel comfortable and confident in planning for that. This podcast is for Brides that don’t want to take this ride too seriously but learn and laugh in the process of planning their day!

This week on the podcast we are talking about your wedding party. What is expected of you and what you can expect to pay for. I bet you have been thinking about this moment for a while, asking your best friends, having them all there on your day, getting dressed up, being pampered together and then spending the day together celebrating your wedding day. I mean we all fantasise about this time in our lives...it’s the BEST! Then as you start to shop, plan and get yourself ready all of a sudden the items start to add up! Having a wedding party is expensive. You didn’t plan for this and now you’re wondering how the hell you’re going to pay for it? Then you start to think, ok can I ask them to pay for things? Is that the right thing to do? I want to unpack what the requirements are for you as a couple when you walk into asking your wedding party. For me there are a few very clear rules that you need to follow so you don’t end up broke or losing a friendship over it. My advice might seem simple but trust me when I say simple works. So grab a cuppa and let’s have a chat Kristen xx Follow along @secretbridesclub for more tips and advice and if you need a 12 Month Checklist grab your FREE ones right HERE! 

This week on the podcast we are talking about your wedding party. What is expected of you and what you can expect to pay for. I bet you have been thinking about this moment for a while, asking your best friends, having them all there on your day, getting dressed up, being pampered together and then spending the day together celebrating your wedding day. I mean we all fantasise about this time in our lives...it’s the BEST! Then as you start to shop, plan and get yourself ready all of a sudden the items start to add up! Having a wedding party is expensive. You didn’t plan for this and now you’re wondering how the hell you’re going to pay for it? Then you start to think, ok can I ask them to pay for things? Is that the right thing to do? I want to unpack what the requirements are for you as a couple when you walk into asking your wedding party. For me there are a few very clear rules that you need to follow so you don’t end up broke or losing a friendship over it. My advice might seem simple but trust me when I say simple works. So grab a cuppa and let’s have a chat Kristen xx Follow along <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@secretbridesclub</a> for more tips and advice and if you need a 12 Month Checklist grab your FREE ones right <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/12-month-checklist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>!

Ep 25. Bridesmaid Requirements; what should I expect to pay for, what is expected of me?

So we’re back to the journal years where I am sharing the moments after I became Mrs….The shift from Miss to Mrs is often not spoken about in the wedding planning world, why? Well it’s focused on the planning, the presentation of the day and the excitement of that moment. Which i s cool but what I like to do is talk about what happens as you transition from Miss to Mrs. Why? Because my background and my passion is to empower women with their own self confidence and to help them (you) realise their unique skills in this world. I personally found myself totally lost after I became a Mrs. It wasn't that signing a price of paper changed me instantly but I stepped up in my mind to being someone's wife, a married woman who had put a lot of weight on her maiden name as her brand her identification. I felt totally lost as a this ‘new women,’ this new identity. So I took a path to find her. And what am discovering is I f**ken love. But that wasn’t an overnight thing. That took work and courage. So walk with me through the Journal year as I ask you the same questions I asked myself and help you find, unlock and build the women you are about to discover. Love Kristen xx Jump over and join us in the Private Facebook Group, please leave a review on apple podcast for me, it makes me happy dance when you do. I read them all and it keeps me making these for you! xx Oh and grab your FREE 12 Month planning Checklist while you're here (I mean not!).

So we’re back to the journal years where I am sharing the moments after I became Mrs….The shift from Miss to Mrs is often not spoken about in the wedding planning world, why? Well it’s focused on the planning, the presentation of the day and the excitement of that moment. Which i s cool but what I like to do is talk about what happens as you transition from Miss to Mrs. Why? Because my background and my passion is to empower women with their own self confidence and to help them (you) realise their unique skills in this world. I personally found myself totally lost after I became a Mrs. It wasn't that signing a price of paper changed me instantly but I stepped up in my mind to being someone's wife, a married woman who had put a lot of weight on her maiden name as her brand her identification. I felt totally lost as a this ‘new women,’ this new identity. So I took a path to find her. And what am discovering is I f**ken love. But that wasn’t an overnight thing. That took work and courage. So walk with me through the Journal year as I ask you the same questions I asked myself and help you find, unlock and build the women you are about to discover. Love Kristen xx Jump over and join us in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Private Facebook Group,</a> please leave a review on apple podcast for me, it makes me happy dance when you do. I read them all and it keeps me making these for you! xx Oh and grab your <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/86c1477d4f" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE 12 Month planning Checklist </a>while you're here (I mean not!).

Ep 24 The Journal Years: What do you really want?

We all know our time is precious. We all know that life flies past us. And seriously, how many times have you been told in the lead up to your wedding day… IT GOES SO FAST! Well those people are not bull sh*tting you! It flies past. So today I want to say S T O P. Stop and be totally present, let people come to you. Let the day unfold around you and soak it all in. I was given some magic pieces of advice when I got married. Ones that I share with all my couples because they are the moments that live in my memory like they were yesterday. The advise is the basis of today podcast and I urge you to find a quiet place, go for a walk or just pour a cup of coffee and soak todays podcast in because it’s one with a few nuggets of gold that I share because I would love you to wake up after you're married turn to your person and say…. WOW, I remember the feeling, the happiness and the love that went on yesterday and I wouldn't change a thing! Ok gorgeous girl. Enjoy Hope over to the Facebook group and join us and if you're starting to plan your day grab my eBook 5 Ways to Kickstart your wedding planning See you next week Kristen xx

We all know our time is precious. We all know that life flies past us. And seriously, how many times have you been told in the lead up to your wedding day… IT GOES SO FAST! Well those people are not bull sh*tting you! It flies past. So today I want to say S T O P. Stop and be totally present, let people come to you. Let the day unfold around you and soak it all in. I was given some magic pieces of advice when I got married. Ones that I share with all my couples because they are the moments that live in my memory like they were yesterday. The advise is the basis of today podcast and I urge you to find a quiet place, go for a walk or just pour a cup of coffee and soak todays podcast in because it’s one with a few nuggets of gold that I share because I would love you to wake up after you're married turn to your person and say…. WOW, I remember the feeling, the happiness and the love that went on yesterday and I wouldn't change a thing! Ok gorgeous girl. Enjoy Hope over to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook group</a> and join us and if you're starting to plan your day grab my <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/products/e-book-engaged-here-are-5-simple-st?promo=LCA2021" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eBook 5 Ways to Kickstart your wedding planning</a> See you next week Kristen xx

Ep 23. Stop and take it all in

Ok, it’s time to answer the question every couple says at some point! How much is our wedding going to cost? Well i'm sorry to say I can’t actually tell you that, no one can! However...I can help guide you towards getting the budget to a place where you are comfortable and confident.  This week on the podcast I cover some key elements to help you with the right conversations around what your wedding looks like, how much you need to allocate for each part of your day and what you need to know to really nut out your budget. I have some great FREE resources this week that I will talk through on the podcast. These thing will take time so download the sheet now so you can see what you need to consider as we go. So first things first. Here is the FREE Budget planner Download for you to grab. The hardest thing with planning your wedding is getting realistic on the costs. So also grab this FREE resource which is my Email Template that you can send to suppliers. This will help you receive the answers that will really need to get the right costs back so you can create a budget that is realistic. Ok. Get downloading and let’s get going!

Ok, it’s time to answer the question every couple says at some point! How much is our wedding going to cost? Well i'm sorry to say I can’t actually tell you that, no one can! However...I can help guide you towards getting the budget to a place where you are comfortable and confident.  This week on the podcast I cover some key elements to help you with the right conversations around what your wedding looks like, how much you need to allocate for each part of your day and what you need to know to really nut out your budget. I have some great FREE resources this week that I will talk through on the podcast. These thing will take time so download the sheet now so you can see what you need to consider as we go. So first things first. Here is the <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/4ad0568667" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Budget planner Download</a> for you to grab. The hardest thing with planning your wedding is getting realistic on the costs. So also grab this <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/4ad0568667" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE</a> resource which is my <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a8d1545448" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Email Template</a> that you can send to suppliers. This will help you receive the answers that will really need to get the right costs back so you can create a budget that is realistic. Ok. Get downloading and let’s get going!

Ep 22. How much will your wedding really cost?

Dry hire! Let’s start there. What is a dry hire venue? Well quickly, because it’s all in this week's podcast BUT it means you can bring your own drinks...and who doesn’t love that...for everything! It means that you don’t need to consider a high ticket drinks package that can quite often be the breaking point for the budget. If you’re paying $65 plus per head for someone that doesn't drink it can be hard to swallow. So this week let me talk you through the things to consider when choosing a dry hire venue. What you need to order and consider ordering and a few words of wisdom from our dry hire venue Werner Vineyards to your wedding day wherever that be. So settle in and let’s do this. As always please SUBSCRIBE and leave a review. It would be the freaking world to me! And come hang in the facebook group If you’re looking for a list to use at a Dry hire or DIY venue then grab this FREE list. It’s golden!

Dry hire! Let’s start there. What is a dry hire venue? Well quickly, because it’s all in this week's podcast BUT it means you can bring your own drinks...and who doesn’t love that...for everything! It means that you don’t need to consider a high ticket drinks package that can quite often be the breaking point for the budget. If you’re paying $65 plus per head for someone that doesn't drink it can be hard to swallow. So this week let me talk you through the things to consider when choosing a dry hire venue. What you need to order and consider ordering and a few words of wisdom from our dry hire venue <a href="https://www.instagram.com/werner_vineyards/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Werner Vineyards</a> to your wedding day wherever that be. So settle in and let’s do this. As always please <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/weddingpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE</a> and leave a review. It would be the freaking world to me! And come hang in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook group</a> If you’re looking for a list to use at a Dry hire or DIY venue then grab this <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/fe0a92a176" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE list</a>. It’s golden!

Ep 21. Dry hire venue. What is that? What do you need to know and How to plan for a dry hire event!

This week on the podcast I want to talk to you about the dress. Not about what dress to buy or where to go but how you need to feel in preparation to dress shopping. I look at  who to take with you and lastly what to trust when it comes to buying the dress. And let me tell you this. The only person you  need to trust is you, because you know best! Take a trusted team because they are part of the experience but know that you have all you need in you to decide on your dress for your day! This week I take a walk down the path of dressing how you need to feel. As a personal brand &amp; confidence coach I have worked with youth and women on the power that they hold in owning how they feel and dressing with a coat of armour that helps to tell their story and boost their confidence to make them feel something amazing. So this week I chat to you about getting yourself ready for dress shopping. Now, for some people it’s the most amazing experience that they have dreamt of forever (insert me!!!), but for others I know it brings a swag of emotions and anxieties. So this week I start the conversation around going into your fitting, trusting your gut and not taking on everyone's opinions, because that is where the doubt seeps in. I would love you to take the time and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast, leave a cheeky review and follow along in my private facebook group where I bring lives and good vibes for you. Grab your FREE 12 Month Checklist right now to keep you on the right path to planning your perfect day Cheers Kristen xx

This week on the podcast I want to talk to you about the dress. Not about what dress to buy or where to go but how you need to feel in preparation to dress shopping. I look at  who to take with you and lastly what to trust when it comes to buying the dress. And let me tell you this. The only person you  need to trust is you, because you know best! Take a trusted team because they are part of the experience but know that you have all you need in you to decide on your dress for your day! This week I take a walk down the path of dressing how you need to feel. As a personal brand &amp; confidence coach I have worked with youth and women on the power that they hold in owning how they feel and dressing with a coat of armour that helps to tell their story and boost their confidence to make them feel something amazing. So this week I chat to you about getting yourself ready for dress shopping. Now, for some people it’s the most amazing experience that they have dreamt of forever (insert me!!!), but for others I know it brings a swag of emotions and anxieties. So this week I start the conversation around going into your fitting, trusting your gut and not taking on everyone's opinions, because that is where the doubt seeps in. I would love you to take the time and <a href="https://www.secretbridesclub.com.au/weddingpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE</a> to the podcast, leave a cheeky review and follow along in my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">private facebook group</a> where I bring lives and good vibes for you. Grab your <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/86c1477d4f" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE 12 Month Checklist</a> right now to keep you on the right path to planning your perfect day Cheers Kristen xx

Ep 20. Buy the Damn Dress

Ok this week I am talking all about giving and you shall receive!  Communicating with venues, vendors and suppliers isn’t hard but it’s something I am assuming you haven’t done a lot of before so WTF do you ask?  What questions are important and why do you need to know certain things before you reach out? Well basically the more you can give about what you want the more help suppliers can be. Now you may have been reaching out and you’re getting crickets… That sucks and I am sorry to hear, so I have put together a sensational FREE Email Template list that you GOTTA GET NOW! The key to this podcast and these template is to give you some examples of questions to ask, information to provide so that you get the answers you need. In this process both people (you &amp; your suppliers) are taking time outta their day to communicate so why not doing it clearly so you can ask the questions that are key to getting the answers that will help keep you planning in this process. So listen to this podcast, get your FREE Email Template and get planning I have a secret that I want to share with you before I go, click this and let me share it with you......SECRET GAME CHANGER to planning your wedding in one spot! Join the private facebook group and let's keep chatting Cheers Kristen xx

Ok this week I am talking all about giving and you shall receive!  Communicating with venues, vendors and suppliers isn’t hard but it’s something I am assuming you haven’t done a lot of before so WTF do you ask?  What questions are important and why do you need to know certain things before you reach out? Well basically the more you can give about what you want the more help suppliers can be. Now you may have been reaching out and you’re getting crickets… That sucks and I am sorry to hear, so I have put together a sensational <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a8d1545448" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Email Template</a> list that you GOTTA GET NOW! The key to this podcast and these template is to give you some examples of questions to ask, information to provide so that you get the answers you need. In this process both people (you &amp; your suppliers) are taking time outta their day to communicate so why not doing it clearly so you can ask the questions that are key to getting the answers that will help keep you planning in this process. So listen to this podcast, get your <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a8d1545448" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Email Template</a> and get planning I have a secret that I want to share with you before I go, click this and let me share it with you......<a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a1810dc044" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SECRET GAME CHANGER</a> to planning your wedding in one spot! Join the private <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook group</a> and let's keep chatting Cheers Kristen xx

Ep 19. How to communicate clearly with to your venue, vendors and suppliers to get the answers you're after. 

This week I am answering your question, I am being fast and loose and I would love to share my opinion in the hope it helps answer your wedding planning questions. This week it was a DM from a member of my tribe… ‘Do I count my vendors like the photographer, DJ, coordinator as part of my catering costs and make sure they have a meal?’ The answer isn’t always clear so my advice on this one is simple but not always obvious. It’s a long day, some of these vendors are working their butts off to make your day come to life and although you are employing them to do so and it’s their job they are also part of your wedding possy! Your dream team! So I in this podcast I make a few clear suggestions how you can make this decision and what the right decision is because you don’t need to feed everyone and look you don’t really need to feed anyone of your vendors but this podcast will be helpful in ensuring that  you feel comfortable with whatever you decide.  If you need somewhere to store, sort and hold all this information then please head to my List to Wed link, if you let me know you’re keen beans on this game changing planning tool by clicking the link and registering then I will personally make sure your Trello board is loaded up with some added extras like run sheets, budget planners and a few more great tools. CLICK HERE NOW! Then come join the Facebook community and let us answer more questions for you xx Cheers, Kristen xx 

This week I am answering your question, I am being fast and loose and I would love to share my opinion in the hope it helps answer your wedding planning questions. This week it was a DM from a member of my tribe… ‘Do I count my vendors like the photographer, DJ, coordinator as part of my catering costs and make sure they have a meal?’ The answer isn’t always clear so my advice on this one is simple but not always obvious. It’s a long day, some of these vendors are working their butts off to make your day come to life and although you are employing them to do so and it’s their job they are also part of your wedding possy! Your dream team! So I in this podcast I make a few clear suggestions how you can make this decision and what the right decision is because you don’t need to feed everyone and look you don’t really need to feed anyone of your vendors but this podcast will be helpful in ensuring that  you feel comfortable with whatever you decide.  If you need somewhere to store, sort and hold all this information then please head to my <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a1810dc044" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">List to Wed link</a>, if you let me know you’re keen beans on this game changing planning tool by clicking the link and registering then I will personally make sure your Trello board is loaded up with some added extras like run sheets, budget planners and a few more great tools. <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/a1810dc044" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE NOW!</a> Then come join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook community</a> and let us answer more questions for you xx Cheers, Kristen xx

Ep 18. To feed or not to feed our vendors?

So I Found my journal from 2013/2014...And wow did I say some profound sh*t (haha) which I now want to share with you! Why? Because I know we learn through stories, we learn through life lessons and if I can do nothing else here on the podcast it's to share wisdom, open a door you may not have looked in before and although I am here to help you plan and share a thing or two about what I have learned in my role as planner it's also what I have leaned as a personal brand coach, woman and mentor. Confidence in being who you are is something that I love to explore. Where does that come from? Back in 2013 I wrote some profound and interesting shit in a journal. I had just been married for a few month and I was scared, confused and lost with who I was now. It was just a name change but there was more to it and that's what the Journalling years are here to share with you. I don't EVER turn to journaling now (which I am changing due to finding this journal entry) HOWEVER, in this episode I am asking you a question. I am sharing my thoughts and hopefully opening an internal dialogue that you may not have thought of till now. What does it mean to change your name? Or to take that leap from Miss to Mrs? This is a new chapter for you. One you can turn over like a total boss or one you might be sh*t scared and anxious to do. As a personal Brand coach, leaning into that feeling of change and growth is so important as a wedding coach and planner opening yourself up to change and growth is so important! There is a lesson here, so get your ear around this...I think you'll find it quit interesting! Love Kristen xx Jump over and join us in the Private Facebook Group, please leave a review on apple podcast for me, it makes me happy dance when you do. I read them all and it keeps me making these for you! xx Oh and grab your FREE run sheet spreadsheet while you're here (I mean not!). 

So I Found my journal from 2013/2014...And wow did I say some profound sh*t (haha) which I now want to share with you! Why? Because I know we learn through stories, we learn through life lessons and if I can do nothing else here on the podcast it's to share wisdom, open a door you may not have looked in before and although I am here to help you plan and share a thing or two about what I have learned in my role as planner it's also what I have leaned as a personal brand coach, woman and mentor. Confidence in being who you are is something that I love to explore. Where does that come from? Back in 2013 I wrote some profound and interesting shit in a journal. I had just been married for a few month and I was scared, confused and lost with who I was now. It was just a name change but there was more to it and that's what the Journalling years are here to share with you. I don't EVER turn to journaling now (which I am changing due to finding this journal entry) HOWEVER, in this episode I am asking you a question. I am sharing my thoughts and hopefully opening an internal dialogue that you may not have thought of till now. What does it mean to change your name? Or to take that leap from Miss to Mrs? This is a new chapter for you. One you can turn over like a total boss or one you might be sh*t scared and anxious to do. As a personal Brand coach, leaning into that feeling of change and growth is so important as a wedding coach and planner opening yourself up to change and growth is so important! There is a lesson here, so get your ear around this...I think you'll find it quit interesting! Love Kristen xx Jump over and join us in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Private Facebook Group</a>, please leave a review on apple podcast for me, it makes me happy dance when you do. I read them all and it keeps me making these for you! xx Oh and grab your <a href="https://skilled-pioneer-3443.ck.page/kristenwerner.com.au/runsheet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE run sheet spreadsheet</a> while you're here (I mean not!).

Ep 17. The Journal Years: Is it more than a name change?

Pandemics have totally messed with and changed  the way we work, live and plan a wedding. It has basically f**ked up the whole shooting match. From the amount of people you can have to your wedding, whether or not they are dancing, can you even afford it anymore and basically can it even go ahead!? So  when I sat down this week with Courtney Hage from Loved up with Courtney we had one message that we wanted to spread at this time to couples. Trust your gut feeling and know that it’s ok to feel the feelings but know that at the end of the day it’s you and your person against the world and if you have each other's back, life and love conquer all! Ok, so that sounds profound and like Courtney so eloquently puts in in the podcast, kinda wanky (haha) but as passionate women we both wanted to bring you a real and raw perspective on a women who marries people for a living then had to completely flip her own wedding day to suit a f**cken pandemic. Wanna know how it all turned out? Then grab a glass of wine (yep you’ll need it!) and listen to her story, it’s a good one! Lets go…. Remember come join some kickass bride bosses in the private facebook group, follow along on insta and please subscribe to the podcast that would make me do a  happy dance!!!!

Pandemics have totally messed with and changed  the way we work, live and plan a wedding. It has basically f**ked up the whole shooting match. From the amount of people you can have to your wedding, whether or not they are dancing, can you even afford it anymore and basically can it even go ahead!? So  when I sat down this week with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lovedup_weddingswithcourtney/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Courtney Hage</a> from <a href="https://www.lovedupweddings.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Loved up with Courtney</a> we had one message that we wanted to spread at this time to couples. Trust your gut feeling and know that it’s ok to feel the feelings but know that at the end of the day it’s you and your person against the world and if you have each other's back, life and love conquer all! Ok, so that sounds profound and like Courtney so eloquently puts in in the podcast, kinda wanky (haha) but as passionate women we both wanted to bring you a real and raw perspective on a women who marries people for a living then had to completely flip her own wedding day to suit a f**cken pandemic. Wanna know how it all turned out? Then grab a glass of wine (yep you’ll need it!) and listen to her story, it’s a good one! Lets go…. Remember come join some kickass bride bosses in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretbridesclub" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">private facebook group,</a> follow along on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secretbridesclub/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">insta</a> and please subscribe to the podcast that would make me do a  happy dance!!!!

Ep.16 How the pandemic ruined our wedding.. but actually made it the best day ever - Courtney Hage

Join me every Wednesday as I throw wedding wisdom around like confetti. I am Kristen Werner here to chat about the messy and the fun parts of rocking your journey from Miss to Mrs where I help turn your planning from overwhelming to in control! Each week I share wedding tips for you to learn and grow maybe you're looking for a unique location where they can do more yourself so I want you to feel comfortable and confident in planning for that. This podcast is for Brides that don’t want to take this ride too seriously but learn and laugh in the process of planning their day!

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