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046: Lesley Brickman of The One Gown

Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding Planners

Release Date: 06/19/2024

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Today's guest is Lesley Brickman of The One Gown based in Southern California. 

 

Lesley is a luxury bridal stylist who is committed to helping her clients look and feel their best for life's most special moments. She works with clients across the globe to define, refine, and execute their vision for their day. Lesley's mission is to educate, empower, and serve her clients, always leading with joy.

 

And an absolute joy she is to work with and have on your team. I have now worked with Lesley on two weddings and had very different clients, but in both cases, I can't imagine the day being such a success without her. 

 

In this episode, we talk about her passion for pretty dresses and how her previous careers led her to really build the stepping stones to circle back to what she was most passionate about, and that's wedding styling.

We also talk about:

  • What is Wedding Styling?

 

  • How to begin the styling process

 

  • Veil selection and its impact

 

  • Accessory selection philosophy

 

  • Hair and make up collaboration

 

  • Wedding Day Concierge services

 

  • Overview of wedding day concierge/dresser roles

 

  • Differentiating from other day-of services

 

  • Partnering with wedding planners

 

  • Services for bridesmaids and groomsmen

 

  • Tips for planners seeking stylists and concierges

 

  • Working remotely and traveling for services

 

  • Impact of styling on press and features

 

Connect with Lesley

website | Instagram

 

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This episode is supported by Planner Life Academy.

In case you didn't know, we created Planner Life Academy for planners to have the education, tools and resources we wish we had.

For me, I love sharing all the tips, tools and insight into all the little ways you can provide an amazing experience for your couples, their family and friends.

I think one of the best places to really make sure you are making a great first impression is at the rehearsal. For so many planners, the ceremony rehearsal is something that is stressfull and annoying, but I love it! And I think with the right script you will enjoy it too.

So I created a free rehearsal audio recording where I walk you through exactly how I run a ceremony rehearsal.  So you can have my tried and true process to create your own rehearsal script allowing you to start every wedding with confidence and making a great impression.

Get the rehearsal recording HERE and master your rehearsal process today.

Connect with Heather

website | Instagram