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When In White
A Wedding Planning Podcast: Join us, Maddie & Alley, a bridal hairstylist and wedding photographer as we navigate the world of weddings and give you the secrets that no one wants to tell you about. We'll walk you through each step in the planning process, bring in experts, and regale you with hi...
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How to Be a Good Wedding Friend Without Losing Yourself
Wedding season is a weird thing to navigate when everyone around you is planning at the same time. In this episode, we're getting into the stuff nobod...
5 Questions We're Almost Too Honest To Answer
No prep. No filter. Just Alley & Maddie answering five questions we probably should have thought harder about before saying yes to.
This week we...
Don't Let the Memories Just... Sit There
Real talk... most people download their wedding gallery, post a few favorites, and then never look at them again. And that genuinely makes us a little...
Permission to Log Off
You know that guilty feeling when you haven't posted in a few days and your brain starts spiraling? Yeah. We're going there.
This week Alley & M...
Your Wedding Date Sets the Tone
We recently re-listened to one of our older episodes about choosing your wedding date and realized… it still hits.
In this episode, we break dow...
Mom. Mama. Mother. And CEO.
Motherhood hits differently when you’re also running a business. In this episode, we get honest about what it actually looks like behind the scenes.
Wedding Vendor Trials: Necessary or Overrated? | Rebuttals & Final Thoughts (Part 2)
The debate continues.
In Part 2, we respond directly to each other’s arguments about trying wedding vendors ahead of time. Is it a smart, intent...
Should You Try Your Wedding Vendors Before Booking? | The Debate Begins (Part 1)
Should you test your wedding vendors before the big day — or trust the portfolio and move forward?
In this episode, we kick off a structured deb...
What Couples Will Care About in 5 Years (and What They Won’t)
One of the most common fears couples carry into wedding planning is quiet but heavy:
“What if I regret my choices?”
In this episode, we zo...
Booking Season: The Good, the Hard, & What Brides Should Know
Booking season is exciting… and overwhelming. In this episode, we share five good things and five hard things about booking season from a photographer...
Less Guests, Less Stress: The Rise of the Micro Weddings
Micro weddings are officially having a moment—and no, it’s not because couples are giving up on their dream day.
In this episode, we’re unpackin...
Becoming Your Future Self (Without Burning Out)
In this episode, we’re breaking down what it really looks like to exceed your 2026 goals—without the pressure to overhaul your entire life overnight.<...
A Cozy Christmas Would-You-Rather
Snuggle in with us as we dive into a cozy round of Christmas Would-You-Rather questions—rooted in nostalgia, family traditions, and the little moments...
Astrology Made Human: Pisces Soul with Fire & Vision
Let’s make astrology feel less confusing and more relatable. We're unpacking our Big 3 — Sun, Rising, and Moon — and what they reveal about how we sh...
The Guilt of a Soft No: Why We Struggle to Choose Ourselves
Why do we feel the need to justify our no unless it sounds “serious enough”? In this episode, we explore the psychology behind guilt, people-pleasing,...
Spicy Wedding Truths: The Takes No One Wants to Say Out Loud
We’re diving into the hottest of hot takes in the wedding world — the ones we usually save for vendor-only group chats. Whether it’s the awkwardness o...
You Picked a Competitor? Honestly… Thank You.
This week we’re diving into a big vendor question: would you rather be ghosted or told your client booked a competitor? Spoiler… we’ll take the honest...
The Magic We Make
We’re diving headfirst into the magic of the holidays — from mischievous elves and handwritten letters from Santa to slowing down for the moments that...
So… You’re Engaged. Now What?
Before you panic-Google “how to plan a wedding” — take a breath. Let’s talk about what’s actually trending for 2026–2027 (spoiler: fall is stealing th...
Fictional Worlds & Toxic Traits: 5 Quick Questions with Your Wedding Vendors
Ever wondered what your wedding vendors are like when they’re not talking timelines and first looks? In this episode, we ask each other 5 off-the-wall...
When Your Wedding Vendor is Your BFF
Being a bride with a bestie in the wedding industry sounds like a dream—built-in hype woman, expert advice, and maybe even a sweet deal. But what’s it...
Wedding Dress Drama & The Wildest “Bad Wedding” Stories
What happens when a wedding dress mishap sparks a TikTok frenzy? In this episode, we dive into hilarious (and jaw-dropping) stories from couples and g...
Almost “I Do’s” and Messy Hearts – Breaking Down The Summer I Turned Pretty
We’re diving deep into The Summer I Turned Pretty—covering Belly and Jeremiah’s almost-wedding, the tangled psychology behind the characters, and our...
Vet Your Vendors: The Truth About Styled Shoots
Styled shoots are everywhere—from Instagram to wedding blogs—but what do they really mean for brides and vendors? In this episode, we break down how s...
Perfectionism, Comparison, and the Standards We Can’t Stop Raising
From Pinterest-perfect moodboards to being the “ideal” parent, perfectionism sneaks into every corner of our lives. Maddie drops the truth: “You’re ne...
Influencers, Fine Print, and Why You Always Need a Contract
Whether you’re working with a mega influencer or your cousin’s brand-new page, social media wields more influence than you think. We dive into why you...
ChatGPT: Your New Biz Bestie (and Wedding Planner??)
Whether you’re a wedding vendor drowning in emails or a bride staring at a blank Pinterest board—this episode is your lifeline. We’re breaking down al...
Are You a Bad Vendor… or Just a Bad Person?
Let’s get real. In this spicy episode, we’re diving headfirst into the hot take that has the wedding industry shaking: is your client experience bad b...
The Pause Before the Snap: Finding Patience in the Chaos of Mom Life
Let’s be real—being a mom is beautiful, but it’s also a lot. The messes, the meltdowns, the endless questions (and snacks). In this episode, we’re tal...
Red Flags & Gut Checks: Spotting Vendor Vibes Early
Choosing the right wedding vendors can make or break your experience—and we’re not just talking about the photos and hair. In this episode, we’re divi...
Sunsets, Slow Time & Vendor Fails: What’s Hot (and Not) in 2025 Weddings
Sunset vows? Yes please. Booking your photographer too late? Big yikes.
In this juicy episode, we’re spilling the tea on wedding trends for 2025...
Behind the Pod: 3 Questions with Us
In this heart-to-heart episode, Maddie and Alley flip the script and interview each other—asking three thoughtful questions to dig into who we are dur...
Published, Award-Winning, Experienced… But What Does It Really Mean?
In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what those buzzwords in the wedding industry—published, award-winning, experienced—actually mean. W...
Your Wedding Isn’t a Pinterest Board—It’s a Celebration
Is your wedding day going to feel like a dream—or a disaster? In this episode, we’re breaking down the difference between busy and beautiful. From tim...
Short Answers, Big Truths (And We’re Back!)
Welcome back, babes! We’re kicking off the new season with a bang (and barely a full sentence). In this rapid-fire episode, we ask each other wedding...
We're Back Back Back Again
What's up world?!! It's Alley & Maddie Back again coming at you with an all new season of When in White! Want to know exactly what's changing?! Listen...
Changing YOUR Name
Have you been wondering about the steps to legally change your name?! Jump into this quick episode with us to hear some tips and tricks for making it...
How to Handle Difficult Family Members
Do you have someone coming to your wedding that you feel obligated to include on the big activities during the day? We want you to think twice about t...
Feeling FINE on Your Wedding Day
Sometimes it just happens. You wake up with the anxious butterflies and just feel like your hair and makeup is too much, or not enough. Learn how to c...
Just a Life Update
Wondering what the WIW gals have been up to? Here's a short and sweet life update for you!
Want to follow along behind the scenes? Check us out...