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• Why more brides are choosing custom wedding dresses over off-the-rack styles
• How bridal gown customization can work
• How to set a realistic wedding dress budget without sacrificing quality
• What couture craftsmanship brings to the bridal shopping experience
• Why personalized bridal appointments make all the difference

Is your dream wedding dress waiting on the rack—or is it waiting to be created? On this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, Iron Diamond Media Owner Sonja Babich and California Wedding Day, Oregon Wedding Day and Washington Wedding Day Publisher Alexis Sanabria sit down with Mariam Ohanyan, founder, stylist and designer of Mareh Couture, to explore the growing demand for custom wedding dresses and personalized bridal styling.

From transforming existing gowns through thoughtful customization to helping brides prioritize timeless design over short-lived trends, Mariam shares how couture craftsmanship and one-on-one service create an unforgettable bridal shopping experience. She also discusses budgeting for a custom gown, the importance of quality construction and why every bride deserves a dress that reflects her unique story.

Whether you're beginning your wedding dress search or simply curious about the world of bridal couture, this conversation offers expert insight into finding a gown you'll love for a lifetime. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on custom bridal fashion, wedding dress shopping and creating a look that's authentically you.

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• What couples should include in hotel welcome bags
• Budget-friendly gifting ideas that still feel meaningful
• Why outsourcing gifting can save couples time and stress
• How local products can enhance the wedding experience
• Creative gifts for bridal parties and wedding weekends
• The logistics behind gifting for hundreds of wedding guests

On this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, and Carrie Fisher, Publisher of Wisconsin Bride, sit down with Summer Rich, founder of Wisconsin-based Gift & Co by Summer. Specializing in curated welcome gifts, wedding favors and personalized gifting experiences, Summer shares how thoughtful gifts can transform a wedding weekend and leave a lasting impression on guests.

From hotel welcome bags and destination wedding gifts to bridal party presents and meaningful keepsakes, Summer explains how gifting can serve as an extension of a couple's story while helping guests feel appreciated and connected to the celebration. She also shares her approach to sourcing local products, creating customized gift experiences and managing the logistics behind gifting programs of all sizes.

Whether you're considering welcome bags for out-of-town guests, searching for creative wedding favor ideas or looking for ways to thank the people who helped make your day possible, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration for creating memorable moments through thoughtful gifting.

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and Iron Diamond Media irondiamondmedia.com

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• How emceeing impacts the flow of a wedding reception
• Tips for keeping guests engaged throughout the night
• The secrets behind a packed dance floor
• Creative ways to approach your first dance
• What couples should look for when hiring a wedding DJ

What keeps a wedding dance floor packed until the last song? According to Jay Brian Kochendorfer, owner of Minnesota-based Adagio DJay Entertainment, the answer goes far beyond the playlist.

In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, Iron Diamond Media CEO Sonja Babich and Minnesota Bride Publisher Brooke Beise sit down with Jay to discuss nearly four decades in the wedding industry and the lessons he's learned from creating unforgettable celebrations. From reading the room and managing reception timelines to serving as an emcee and collaborating with fellow vendors, Jay shares why today's wedding DJs play a critical role in shaping the overall guest experience.

The conversation explores how personalized planning, crowd engagement and thoughtful event flow can help couples create memorable receptions that feel authentic to them. Jay also offers advice on keeping guests engaged throughout the evening, making first dances more impactful and creating an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome on the dance floor.

Whether you're planning your wedding, searching for the right entertainment partner or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes at a successful reception, this episode is packed with practical insights from one of Minnesota's most respected wedding professionals.

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Produced by Dan Riggs Films & Summit Hill Studios summithillstudios.com
and Iron Diamond Media irondiamondmedia.com