Are you stressing about how to keep your guests entertained at your wedding or worried that your dream dancefloor might be a ghost town before the night is over?

What if I told you that the secret to an unforgettable wedding reception isn’t about the perfect playlist (or no-playlist)?

If you’re planning your big day and want to make sure the party is one that you and your family and friends talk about for years to come, you’re in the right place.

I sat down with Tania Smith, the powerhouse behind Choons & Moovz; a multi-ABIA award-winning entertainment business that specialises in weddings.

Tania is renowned for her infectious energy, her knack for reading a crowd, and her ability to turn any event into a celebration.

As a DJ, MC, and now celebrant, she brings her signature joy and vivaciousness to every wedding she works on, helping newlyweds and their guests create unforgettable memories.

Our conversation was so jam-packed with wisdom, laughs, and practical advice that I had to split it into two episodes.

In Part 1, Tania shares her honest take on the age-old question: Can you really get everyone on the dance floor at a wedding? And if yes, HOW?

We also dig into your timeline and how long your dancefloor should actually be pumping for.

And Tania shares her top tips for boosting your dancefloor energy, from who you invite, to how you set up your space, to the all-important role of lighting and DJ placement.

If you want a wedding that feels authentic, joyful, and totally you, don’t miss this two-part special with one of the industry’s true legends. Part 1 drops now, with even more gold coming your way next week in Part 2!

RESOURCES

Choons and Moovz website: https://choonsandmoovz.com.au/

Instagram: Choons and Moovz

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Wanna know the worst email or DM a wedding vendor receives?

It simply says: “how much?”

Reaching out to wedding vendors can feel a bit like the early stages of dating, right? Those initial messages are kind of like you're feeling your way to see if you two click, and as awkward as it might seem with your wedding vendor team, you want to make a great first impression.

You really do, because it can mean the difference between booking someone that will go out of their way to understand you and your needs and someone who ignores you and doesn't even respond.

The truth is that a random and scattered approach to researching your wedding vendors can make it unnecessarily hard to find people who have the skills and experience you need, and those people who truly get your vision.

So this week I'm sharing a system to attract the right vendors who understand and can fulfil your wedding dreams. We'll cover why having a strategic approach to vendor communication is pretty much essential, and how providing details from the start can get them excited about your wedding plans

RESOURCES

FREE wedding vendor email templates: www.unbridely.com/perks

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We all know the well-worn adage, “you get what you pay for”.

But let me throw another one in there: “it’s like comparing apples with oranges”.

Because a wedding vendor who is charging well below the market average for what they do or what they supply is completely different from one that knows their worth, their costs and what it takes to be in business for longer than a year or 2.

It's possible and in my research for this episode and experience over the past 16+ years, highly likely, that your savings will come at the expense of quality, reliability, and maybe even your peace of mind.

Today, we’re exploring the hidden costs of booking the cheapest options for your wedding—and how to strike a balance between budget and having the beautiful wedding you expect and deserve.

I’m pulling back the curtain on the risks of booking the cheapest vendors, sharing real-world stories and expert insights from the wedding industry, including candid comments from suppliers in the Unbridely Suppliers Facebook group.

These are the 7 critical things you need to know and consider about booking wedding vendors who are charging well below the market average and how to avoid costly mistakes.

RESOURCES

Beach Road Wines, McLaren Vale: https://www.beachroadwines.com.au/

Sweet Nothings Flowers: https://www.sweetnothingsflowers.com/

Andrea Laube Photography: https://andrealaube.com/

Marry Me Annie: https://www.marrymeannieadelaide.com/

Jessica Maida Celebrant: https://jessicamaida.com.au/

Found Collective: https://foundcollective.com.au/

Sarah Aird: https://www.sarahaird.com.au/

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