Beauty & wellness creator, Francesca Agostinelli and runner & creator Kody Thompson join The Wedding Reporter Podcast to share how they met, how their relationship evolved from business conversations into a faith-centered partnership, and what made their February 2026 proposal so personal. They also talk about the patience, communication, and shared values that helped them prepare for engagement and are now shaping their wedding planning. Their conversation covers relationship growth, proposal planning, and the mindset behind building a marriage for the long term.

See their proposal video here: https://www.tiktok.com/@francesca__aagostinelli/video/7626400260524461325?lang=en

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Brita Brando and Guy Bricio join The Wedding Reporter Podcast to share the story behind their viral proposal, including the family moment that accidentally became the internet’s favorite detail - when their aunt accidentally photobombed their proposal (with a glass of wine in hand!). They also talk about how they met at work in New York, why family blessings mattered to their engagement, and what they’re planning for their destination wedding in Rio.

They explain how their relationship grew from a workplace connection into something serious, grounded, and long-term. They also discuss the realities of going viral, the joy of being engaged, and how they’re building a wedding that reflects their Brazilian roots, creative backgrounds, and love for family.

See the viral video here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdHDRhlOC_N/

People Magazine article: https://people.com/aunt-scrambles-to-flee-the-frame-for-nieces-surprise-proposal-video-exclusive-12122903?

Today Show Feature: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdrFLpyOoWk/

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Alyssa sits down with Juliet Alonge and Adebayo Omogbolahan, the couple behind a viral proposal video that caught attention on Instagram where Juliet's reaction was very dramatic. They share how they met through church music, how a strong sense of conviction shaped their relationship, and how family involvement, faith, and timing all played into the engagement.

We discuss their first meeting, the proposal setup at a Lagos restaurant, and what Nigerian traditional wedding plans may look like for their very large guest list.

Watch their viral proposal here: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc9DKo_CMB6/

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Alyssa sits down with Cindy Dessy, COO and creative director of Dessy Group, to talk through where bridesmaid dresses are headed next and how a 1939 family business keeps evolving with the market.

Cindy shares how Dessy balances trend forecasting, fit, pricing, and craftsmanship while designing for real people, not just fit models.

She also shares the history behind Dessy Group, the company’s technology-forward approach, and why the brand is expanding beyond bridesmaid dresses into formalwear for weddings and events of all kinds.

Get 10% off on bridesmaid dresses on dessy.com with code QDFREESHIP

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Crystal Landsem, CEO of Lulus, joins Alyssa to discuss the brand’s 30-year evolution, its customer-led approach, and the changing world of bridesmaid and occasion fashion.

They cover Lulus shift from a Chico, CA boutique to a digital-first brand, how customer feedback shapes products and fit, the move toward mix-and-match bridesmaid looks, current color trends, resale, and the company’s vision for the next 30 years. And be sure to check out their brand new line of bridesmaid dresses!

Visit Lulus.com and use code TWR20 to get 20% off your Lulus Purchase!

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See more on this episode here: https://nashvillebrideguide.com/30-years-of-iconic-bridesmaid-dresses-w-lulus-ceo-crystal-landsem/

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Alyssa sits down with Gracie Songer, a multidisciplinary artist, tattoo artist, entrepreneur, and live wedding painter, to unpack one of the most unexpected wedding looks to go viral: a couture wedding dress made from bed sheets. The conversation covers how Gracie met her husband, the deeply personal art show proposal, and the months-long collaboration with her mom to build a one-of-a-kind gown that reflected family, memory, and style.

We also discuss the full creative vision behind the wedding, from the photographer and videographer choices to the family wedding dresses displayed as decor, the unconventional cake moment, and what Gracie has learned from planning a highly customized DIY wedding.

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Alyssa sits down with Dustin Kendrick of Hannah Brown's season of The Bachelorette and his wife Kat Kendrick to talk through their relationship from the very beginning, including how they met, how the relationship slowly deepened, and why they chose to keep their civil ceremony intimate and personal. They also share the details behind their upcoming destination wedding in Scotland, from venue selection and design choices to the realities of planning a large international celebration.

Dustin and Kat also open up about what has and has not changed since getting legally married, plus the work they are both juggling alongside wedding planning. Dustin shares the mission behind his gamified volunteering platform, and Kat talks about her reporting work at the Daily Mail, including bridal beauty coverage and her approach to cutting through wedding noise.

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Dustin's volunteering/gaming app Guaranteed Karma: https://www.instagram.com/guaranteed_karma/

See more on this episode here: https://nashvillebrideguide.com/the-bachelorettes-dustin-kendricks-wedding-to-katrina-schollenberger/

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In this episode, Julie Comfort shares her journey from wedding photographer to experience designer, emphasizing the importance of designing weddings that foster genuine connection and memorable experiences. She discusses how couples can create personalized, engaging weddings that go beyond aesthetics to truly reflect their story and values.

Find Julie online here:

https://www.beyondprettybook.com

https://www.theexperientialwedding.com

https://www.theexperientialwedding.com/design-lab

https://www.instagram.com/theexperientialwedding

See more on this episode here: https://nashvillebrideguide.com/why-guests-feel-like-spectators-and-how-to-change-that-w-julie-comfort/

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