Planning a wedding comes with excitement, questions, and…a whole lot of decisions. And while we’ve spent years helping couples navigate timelines, music choices, vendors, budgets, and all the little details that make a wedding feel magical, one question kept popping up again and again:

“Do you have all of this in one place?”

That is exactly why we created The Wedding Duo Membership – a calm, supportive, organized home for all the tools, playlists, templates, and guidance couples need throughout the planning journey. If you’ve seen us mention the membership on social media or heard us reference it on the podcast and wondered whether it’s right for you, this deep dive is for you.

Today on the podcast, we’re breaking down why we built it, what’s inside, and how this wedding planning membership can simplify your entire engagement, from the first checklist to the last dance.

Would you rather listen? Listen to the episode below!

How It Started: A Simple PDF That Turned Into Something Bigger

Before there was a full membership, there was one tiny digital product: The Music Planner PDF.

It was a simple $30 download with curated song suggestions for moments like the bride’s entrance, parent dances, and special ceremony transitions. We created it almost on a whim…and were shocked to see that couples downloaded it month after month, year after year.

But one request kept coming in:

“Can we have these as actual Spotify playlists?”

Couples didn’t just want lists, they wanted to listen. They wanted to compare versions. They wanted inspiration on-the-go during car rides, commutes, road trips, planning nights, and even while cooking dinner.

That simple request became the spark.
The playlists became the foundation.
But the membership turned into so much more.

Why We Created the Wedding Duo Membership

If you’ve ever wandered into a public wedding Facebook group, or dipped a toe into a Reddit wedding forum, you already know how quickly a simple question can turn into a pile-on. What should be a space for support often becomes a minefield of unsolicited opinions, judgment, and “my way is the only right way” advice. We started seeing couples say they were afraid to ask questions because of how harsh the responses could be. And honestly? Planning a wedding is emotional enough without worrying about internet strangers tearing you down.

That’s one of the biggest reasons the membership was born. We wanted to create a space that felt safe, calm, and genuinely helpful. Something the internet didn’t already offer. Inside the membership, couples get to ask real questions and get real answers without fear of criticism. They can share ideas, troubleshoot challenges, and celebrate wins alongside other engaged couples who are in the same season. Most importantly, it’s a place where every style, budget, and approach is welcome. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to plan a wedding—only your way—and the membership was designed to honor that from day one.

The Community Meetups: Your Weekly Planning Support System

Inside the membership, couples also get access to live weekly meetups, our version of a wedding support group + planning workshop + Q&A + celebration hour rolled into one.

These aren’t passive lives where you’re just commenting in a chat.  They’re interactive Zoom-style hangouts where you can:

• Turn your camera on or keep it off, totally your call
• Ask questions live
• Get real-time advice from both a planner (Serena) and a DJ (Dominic)
• Listen in as other couples ask questions you didn’t even realize you had
• Learn from real scenarios and real examples
• Join the comfort of knowing you’re not planning alone

Couples often tell us: “I didn’t even know I didn’t know that.” And that’s why these meetups are so powerful! They fill in the gaps you can’t see yet. We’ve even had couples attend right up until the week of their wedding, using the meetups as the final pep talk before their big day.

The Membership Modules: Templates, Videos, Playlists & Real Planning Tools

While the community side gives support, the module side gives structure. Each module covers a core planning category and includes:

• Short, clear video lessons
• Templates and checklists
• Resource lists
• Spotify playlists
• Links to tools and examples
• Fillable forms you can save and reuse
  

1. The Music Planner + Spotify Playlists

• Ceremony music recommendations
• First dance ideas
• Parent dance songs
• Upbeat entrance songs
• Dance floor bangers
• Niche playlists by era or vibe
• A 5-hour DIY DJ playlist for couples without a professional DJ
• Trendy TikTok bride entrance tracks

2. The 12-Month Checklist + Task Roadmap

• 12 months out checklist
• 6 months out checklist
• What to finalize closer to the wedding
• The things not to worry about yet
• What’s normal, what’s optional, and what’s urgent

3. The Budget Tracker + Regional Pricing Guide

• A fillable budget spreadsheet
• Sample budgets at different price points
• Typical pricing ranges by US region
• Guidance on how to adjust based on priorities
• Space to track payments and due dates
• Side-by-side comparisons as you get vendor quotes

4. Vendor Organizer + Contact Tracker

• A fillable vendor contact sheet
• Comparison templates
• Space to track responses, deposits, balances, timelines
• A place to keep all info organized in one view

5. Wedding Shopping Lists from Amazon & Etsy

• Our Amazon storefront
• Our Etsy favorites
• Must-haves for DIY setups
• Signage, napkins, bar décor, dance floor props, and more
• Plus, you can see what other members are adding to their must-buy list!

6. Modules on Every Major Planning Topic (That is Constantly Growing!)

• Ceremony planning
• Timeline building
• Reception flow
• Guest experience
• Music selection
• Bar + beverage planning
• Decor considerations
• DIY wedding strategy
• New TikTok trends

Who the Wedding Duo Membership Is Perfect For

• Couples who are planning a wedding without a full-service planner
• Want professional guidance without the cost of 1:1 planning
• Couples who are looking for structure, clarity, checklists, and templates
• Want a calm, positive, judgment-free space
• Need help choosing music, building timelines, or picking vendors
• Want to feel confident as they make decisions
• Want real humans to ask questions (not just Google)

We Designed The Wedding Duo Membership For Every Stage of Wedding Planning

One of the things we love most about the membership is that it meets couples exactly where they are. Some join the moment they get engaged and use it as a roadmap throughout their planning year. Others jump in a few months before the wedding because they want help polishing the timeline, organizing vendors, or choosing the perfect entrance song. And plenty of couples join simply because they want access to our curated playlists, templates, or Amazon and Etsy shopping lists.

There’s no pressure to use everything at once. You can browse modules whenever you’re ready, ask questions the moment something feels confusing, and lean on the community during those overwhelming stretches when planning feels like too much. And because there’s no long-term commitment, you’re free to stay for as long as it genuinely supports you, whether that’s six weeks or six months.

If you’ve ever wished wedding planning came with a guidebook and a supportive team cheering you on, this is your place. Inside the Wedding Duo Membership, you’ll get instant access to all our videos, templates, timelines, music planners, curated playlists, shopping lists, and weekly live meetups where you can ask us anything in real time. It’s everything you need to plan with confidence, stay organized, and finally feel like your wedding vision is within reach.

Get access to everything you need to effortlessly plan your big day for just $27 a month.