#373 Why are weddings so damn expensive?

Why is it that the moment you mention the word “wedding”, the price of whatever you are inquiring about goes up? Are engaged couples and their families being taken advantage of?

Ok, yes. Weddings are f%*king expensive! In this episode we are breaking down and dissecting the costs of REAL weddings and giving the answers you are yearning for.

Topics We Covered

• Why wedding costs are sometimes out of control
• 3 Wedding Budget Case Studies
• Why wedding vendors are charging so much
• How a wedding in 2023 costs 91% more than it did in 2020
• Why so many wedding planners don’t charge enough

About The Guest

Joining us today is the incredibly talented Callie Smith, the mastermind behind K Rose Events based in Southern California. 

Callie has been working in the wedding planning industry for 5 years and started her business driven by a desire to inspire and empower her daughter to pursue her dreams fearlessly. 

Over the years, she has gained valuable insights into the wedding industry, built strong relationships with vendors and venues, and developed a unique artistic vision. Callie’s dedication to delivering exceptional service and commitment to crafting unforgettable moments for couples have been the driving forces behind her success.

Links We Referenced

Reel #1 Wedding Budget in January 2020 vs. January 2023. (91% Increase!!)

Reel #2 Wedding Budget March 2020 vs. March 2023. (43% Increase)

Reel #3 Wedding Budget June 2021 vs. June 2023. (55% Increase)

K. Rose Events Website

Callie on Instagram 

https://www.missioninn.com/

https://tnkphoto.com/

The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...

Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez

• Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
• On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
• Inviting you to become part of our Facebook Group! Join us and our amazing members. Just search for The Big Wedding Planning Podcast Community on Facebook.
• Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode