Planning a wedding is exciting but choosing the wrong planner can make or break your big day. In this episode, Tristan dives into how wedding planning has evolved since she planned her own wedding back in 2010, and why technology and AI are now game changers in the industry. We talk about the true cost of a wedding planner, what systems we use to support our couples, and even test our 24/7 AI assistant live on air.

We’ll cover what questions to ask before hiring, the red flags to watch for, and why trust and connection matter more than fast replies. We also unpack industry issues like planners misrepresenting themselves online, the importance of checking legal registration, and why having a planner who can coordinate and problem-solve on the spot is non-negotiable.

We answer common questions like whether you need to tip your planner or suppliers, why it’s okay to fire a planner who isn’t working out, and how to make sure the photos you see actually come from their weddings. Plus, we share who we personally trust in the industry and why.

• How wedding planning has changed since 2010

• AI and tech in weddings today – including our 24/7 AI assistant demo

• What really goes into the cost of a wedding planner

• Key questions to ask before hiring

• Red flags when looking for a planner

• The risks of planners lying online with no experience

• Why problem-solving and coordination skills matter

• Do you need to tip your planner and suppliers?

• Why trust and personal connection is key

• Fast answers vs. thoughtful advice

• Why it’s okay to fire your planner if things aren’t working

• • Trusted wedding planners we recommend
  • How to check if a planner is legally registered and using real wedding photos

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  Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibridesBritta Petersen: @britta_balibridesBali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteamwww.balibrides.com.au

In this episode, Tristan and Britta sit down with Vanessa and Sarah from Bali Event Hire, the powerhouse team behind some of Bali’s most beautifully styled weddings. What started 12 years ago with the frustration of finding only banquet and Tiffany chairs has now grown into a business running up to five events a day in peak season.

We chat about:

• The story of how it all began (hint: one party changed everything)

• Building an amazing team and how they hire with heart

• Navigating the chaos of COVID in the wedding world

• Their favourite signature pieces and must-have items

• Styling tips to transform your wedding and save costs with furniture

• The funny detours (yes, even midgets made it into the convo…)

• Why transport and travel fees in Bali don’t add up, and why they should increase

• Their growth journey and the lessons learned along the way

• Why Bali Brides is their favourite planner crew (and how Their team fights to work with us!)

• Their most memorable moments over the years

It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s full of laughs, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes insights into what it takes to build one of Bali’s most-loved wedding hire companies.

Guests: Vanessa and sarahFounders of bali event hire@balieventhirehttps://www.instagram.com/balieventhire?igsh=N2MxeWtxbnJyMG01

Hosts:Tristan Moy - @tristanbalibridesBritta Petersen - @britta_balibridesBali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteamwww.balibrides.com.au

This month, Tristan and Britta sits down with Robby and Ryan for a raw, unfiltered recap of what really goes down behind the scenes of Bali weddings. From stationery nightmares to hotel “rules” that make zero sense, this is one for anyone curious about the reality of pulling off dream weddings on the island.

Here’s what we cover:

• How Robby and Ryan joined the Bali Brides team (and why showing up is everything — Robby just started coming into the office until we gave him a job)

• Their favourite wedding moments (and most traumatic ones they still talk about)

• Tristan’s worst-ever client, and why deadlines actually matter

• Abusing the team = not tolerated. The time we nearly walked out mid-wedding.

• Stationery: why it’s so damn time consuming and how last-minute requests derail everything

• Office fun, penguin dances, and why Robby used to record Tristan’s meetings because she spoke so fast it felt like listening to the F1

• How that pressure actually pushed Robby to improve his English lightning fast

• Rain stoppers: the skeptics turned believers

• The stress of venues with rigging requirements, floating stages, and when you can’t install marquees where you actually need them

• Rainy season madness: full-day downpours that clear right before the vows (Bali magic, or what?)

• Hotel rules that make planners lose sleep, from hard loading to “silly restrictions”

• Guests who overstep: why you really should let planners do their job

• Why Bali Brides always hires our own security, and how stressed we get when things don’t go as planned

Why Listen

If you want the unfiltered, hilarious, and sometimes stressful truth about what it takes to deliver Bali weddings, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with insider knowledge, laugh at the chaos, and maybe even cry when you realise how much love and sweat goes into making your day perfect.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

Planning your dream wedding in Bali but can’t decide between a hotel or a villa? In this episode, we unpack the pros and cons of each to help you choose the perfect backdrop for your big day.

We share insider tips from years of planning Bali weddings, including:

• Why hotels can be a stress-free, all-in-one option with fantastic facilities for families and kids

• How villas offer next-level privacy and customisation for a more intimate celebration

• The hidden costs and restrictions you should know about both options

• Why we’re not ballroom fans, but love hotel lawns and beachfronts

• Our personal favourites (and why they make the list)
  

Whether you’re picturing a chic hotel lawn or a private villa with an ocean view, this episode will help you feel confident in your choice.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

It’s time to talk all things wedding styling and this episode is a big one. We’re joined by the incredible Kylie from Enakai Creative, one of Bali’s most sought-after stylists, to go deep (and we mean deep) on what really goes into designing a wedding day that feels like you.

We chat about:

• How Kylie went from her pre-Bali life to styling some of the biggest weddings on the island

• The difference between a hotel wedding planner, an independent planner, and a coordinator (yes, there’s a difference)

• What styling actually involves, spoiler: it’s way more than picking pretty napkins

• What it’s like styling celebrity weddings

• Why looking at your house (yes, your house!) can help build a wedding vision

• Custom dance floors, hand-sourced details, and handmade decor, what’s possible when you dream big

• Finding your style and how culture can shape it

• How much you really need to budget for styling and what that includes

• Why styling takes 300+ hours (and no, that’s not a typo)

• Do you need a planner and a stylist? Or is one enough?

• Trends we’re loving and what we’re saying goodbye to

• Why we never copy-paste weddings- ever
  

Whether you’re planning something intimate or a full-blown wedding weekend, this episode is packed with gold. So grab your wine (or coffee), get comfy, take notes, and let’s style the hell out of your big day.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

Kylie Parmley: @enakaicreative

info@enakaicreative.com

Whatsapp: +62 81239385070

It’s time for our monthly behind-the-scenes debrief and what a month it’s been. From endless supplier chasing to soggy ceremonies, Britta and Tristan are spilling all the real talk from May's back-to-back weddings.

In this episode:

- It's still raining. Bali’s extended wet season continues and we’ve got the rain stoppers on speed dial

- One of Tristan’s favourite couples ties the knot with our pup Maple stealing the show and Britta stepping in as official dog handler

- Island weddings off Bali and why we’ve officially tapped out. The stress, the logistics and the hidden costs you don’t see

- What actually is Bali Concierge Co and what’s included in the service

- Britta’s wedding recap. Four out of five days assisting at weddings equals exhaustion, glam and chaos

- Queen Yanti absolutely smashing May with six weddings including three in just four days

- Behind the scenes. Staffing shifts, scaling back and rebuilding the business after a massive season

- Supplier delays and Bali holidays. Planners chasing emails for weeks on end

- Rain plans. From marquees to rain stoppers we chat the magic and necessity behind staying dry

- PSA. We’re in for a wet summer so please plan ahead with proper cover and weather prep

It’s chaotic, it’s honest and it’s full of the stuff you don’t see on Instagram. Tune in, we’re spilling it all.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

Let’s settle this once and for all. What’s the actual difference between a florist and a stylist and do you really need both for your Bali wedding?

This week we’re unpacking what each role involves, how it affects your budget, and why getting it right can make or break the vibe of your day. From full floral installs to furniture hire and candles galore, we’re lifting the veil on what styling really costs, what your planner can handle, and the pros and cons of working with fake blooms.

In this episode:

• Florist vs stylist — what they actually do and don’t do

• What’s included in a stylist’s fee and why it’s not just florals

• When your wedding planner is also your stylist and what that means for you

• Why styling often needs a bigger budget than you think

• From basic setups to luxury full production — understanding the spectrum

• Breaking down the cost of furniture, florals, candles and hire items

• Real vs fake flowers — our honest take

• Styling is more than aesthetics — it’s logistics, experience and design

• Why trusting your planner or stylist is key to a seamless look and experience

Whether you’re keeping it simple or going luxe, this one is a must listen if you want your wedding to look as good as it feels.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

In this episode, we’re diving into all things music and party energy with Lydia and Arshad from one of Bali’s most loved wedding music teams. We chat about how they first landed in Bali, the patience it takes to get started in this industry, and their very first wedding here!

We also get into the real stuff couples need to know when it comes to creating a killer music experience at their wedding — from ceremony to dance floor and everything in between.

Expect tips, laughs, a few DJ horror stories, and some seriously good advice.

We cover:

• How Lydia and Arshad built their business and their first ever Bali wedding

• Understanding client and guest music vibes

• Getting and managing song requests

• Western vs local suppliers and how that affects communication and music direction

• What rider equipment is, why it matters, and the real cost of good sound

• Why sound checks should never be skipped

• The danger of inappropriate lyrics and why you need to listen to your key songs

• Dance trends that still live on: Nutbush, Macarena and more

• How to get the dance floor pumping and keep it there

• Why dinner playlists matter more than you think

• How to build the full music journey from ceremony to party

• How live band sets actually work across the day

Whether you're a couple planning your wedding or a vendor looking to level up the party, this one’s for you.

Lydia: @lydsy (instagram)

DJ Arshad: (no instagram)

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au