If you and your fiancé have been bombarded with targeted ads on socials from faceless wedding photography and/or videography agencies promising huge limited-time discounts and “handpicked creatives,” or if you’ve heard stories about engaged couples not receiving their photos from agencies or being unable to contact anyone in person, I think you’ll find this episode very interesting.

Today I’m chatting with Adelaide-based sweary firestarter, Josh Huggett, who helps to unpack what’s really going on behind those agency offers, what’s risky versus what’s just clever marketing, and how you can make sure your memories aren’t treated like just another booking. Josh shares when agencies can be a great solution for certain couples, when they’re nothing but a big red flag, and the key questions you and your fiancé need to ask before you sign anything.

After this episode, the Unbridely Podcast is taking a 4-week breather, and I’ll be back with you, refreshed and ready, from the 13th of January 2026.

Thank you so much for listening, for your reviews that mean more to me than you may realise, for sharing the show with other engaged couples, and just for trusting me to be a small part of your wedding planning.

RESOURCES

Joshua Huggett Media: https://joshuahuggettmedia.com/

Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imjoshhuggett/

Josh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImJoshHuggett

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Does DIY-ing your wedding flowers and styling actually save you money—or does it quietly steal your time, your sanity, and maybe even hijack your dream look without you even realising it?

In this episode, two of my long-time colleagues and trusted Adelaide wedding pros, Emily from The Modern Approach and Gabrielle from She Runs Wild Flowers, join the conversation to share what really goes on behind those seemingly simple Pinterest-worthy setups that DIY couples try to recreate.

You’ll hear about the hidden tasks behind the styling and flowers that no one tells you about, the logistics that blindside most DIY couples in the final 48 hours, and why some vendor quotes can look wildly different even when they seem to include “the same thing.”

And, at the end, if you still love the idea of doing it yourself, Gabrielle and Emily also share how to get professional-level results on a DIY budget, no matter where you are in the world, while avoiding the most common mistakes that they see.

Resources Mentioned:

The Modern Approach (Emily for planning & styling): www.themodernapproach.com.au/

The Modern Approach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernapproach_/

She Runs Wild Flowers (Gabrielle for floristry): https://www.sherunswild.com.au/

She Runs Wild Flowers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherunswildflowers/

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Have you ever wondered how planning a wedding might be different the second time around? And why does it feel like such a touchy topic? As if the couple and their guests need to pretend like the first marriage didn’t even happen.

What unique challenges do couples face, and how can they create a day that they’re really happy with?

Today, I’ll talk about why second marriage weddings feel, to me at least, like they’re more common than ever, what makes them so unique, and how you can approach planning with sensitivity, clarity, and joy.

Whether you’re planning your own second wedding, helping a friend, or just curious about this topic, this episode is packed with insights, anecdotes, and practical tips to help make the experience as stress-free and beautiful as possible.

So stay tuned to learn how to honour your past while fully embracing your new beginning, how to blend families with love and intention, and how to build a celebration that’s truly about you and your partner.

RESOURCES

ABS Marriages and Divorces, Australia: https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/people-and-communities/marriages-and-divorces-australia/latest-release

Ep 112: 8 Meaningful Ways To Include Blended Family In Your Wedding Ceremony

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