Say Yes to the Dress: Monte's Take
By TLC.com
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Podcast Description
Tune in as Monte Durham, co-host of TLC's Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta, and TLC Interactive Producer Candace Keener share wedding tips and tricks in this weekly podcast.
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Regional Tastes | What exactly makes a bride from Atlanta "Southern?" What makes a bride from Chicago a "Midwestern" bride? In this episode of Monte's Take, Monte and Candace explore the distinguishing regional tastes unique to brides across the United States. | 2/9/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Playing Nice with In-laws | Befriending your in-laws can occasionally be a challenge. So what's the best way to establish a rapport with your future family members? Join Monte and Candace as they give you some excellent tips, strategies and advice for playing nice with the in-laws. | 2/3/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Wedding Plans: The Trendy and Traditional | Listen in as Monte and Candace discuss the traditional and trendy trends in wedding planning. | 1/27/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Control the MOB! | The Mother of the Bride can be the bride's biggest ally ... or her biggest pain in the you-know-what. Listen in to learn those behavioral codes and helpful hints that every Mother of the Bride out there needs to hear. | 1/6/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Stepping In to Step Out | Monte has a storied history as a wedding planner, and a signature component of his wedding package was helping brides dress for the big day. These are tips every bride must hear about wedding-day beauty! | 12/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Hair Majesty | The venue comes first, the gown second and the hair third. A bride's hairstyle conveys whether she's romantic, glamorous or modern. In this episode, Monte takes the stress out of bridal tresses. Tune in to learn more. | 12/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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A Conversation About Children | Your choice to include or exclude children at your wedding will always be controversial. But why do people so small cause such a huge controversy? Tune in as Monte and Candace (a bride who’s been there and dealt with that) look at children in weddings. | 12/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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I Thee Wed. Now, Let’s Eat! | There’s more to wedding cuisine than deciding between buffet or seated dinner, and presentation is key. Guests eat with their eyes first – and no one likes a cold meal. Listen in as Monte and Candace offer pointers on various serving styles. | 12/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Groom The Groom | Enthusiastic brides want their grooms involved in wedding planning. But we advise not asking your groom to do several things, including wearing makeup or going on marathon-long registry sprees. Tune in to learn more. | 12/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Setting the Bar | Most wedding guests look forward to a cocktail at the reception. Should the cups at your event runneth over -- or be dry? Join Monte and Candace as they discuss the cost, expectations and rules of serving alcohol. | 11/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Building Your Guest List | What bride doesn't dread creating a guest list? Listen in as Monte and Candace explain the etiquette and delicate craft of drafting a guest list that pleases everyone, including tips on how draft a list, create tiers and more. | 11/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Your Best Bridal Style at 20, 30 and 40 | Whether it's your first wedding at 20 or an encore celebration at 40, know that your style will shift. A woman's taste, figure and budget change from decade to decade. Tune in as Monte helps brides find their perfect style at age 20, 30 and 40. | 11/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sip and See | The sip and see is the hallmark of Southern bridal customs, even if it’s a thing of the past. In this episode, Monte discusses what customs he’d like to revive, including receiving lines, wedding announcements and the famous getaway outfit. | 11/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Custom Versus Costume | Brides often blur the lines between custom and costume. Tune in as Monte explains which dress styles and accessories are customs, which are costumes and which ones just need to go! | 10/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Why Not Take a Minimoon? | Pressed for time and money after your wedding? Why not consider a minimoon? In this episode, Monte and Candace point out the numerous perks of a short, cheap honeymoon. | 10/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Choosing an Engagement Ring | If your left hand isn’t sporting that all-important ring yet, Monte’s here to help! Tune in to learn more about engagement rings, from the nuts and bolts of budgeting to the aesthetics of shape, style and settings. | 10/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Do you need a wedding planner? | There are plenty of misconceptions of wedding planners, but they're not servants, sole-decisions makers or solely for brides with gobs of money. Join Monte and Candace as they take a closer look at the ins and outs of using a wedding planner. | 10/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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18 |
Carriages and Convertibles | Your groom will love picking wedding day transportation – and here’s what he needs to know. Tune in to learn more about the options available, and the details you'll want to consider when planning the perfect wedding transportation. | 9/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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If The Shoe Fits | What shoes are you wearing under that wedding dress? Whether you prize comfort or style (or both), the modern bride has a wealth of options available. Join Monte and Candace as they help you prep your feet for the wedding day. | 9/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Bridal Portraits | Getting your bridal portrait might seem a bit intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Listen in as Monte and Candace present a handy how-to guide on bridal portraits, including the cost of a portrait, when and where to take it, and other considerations. | 9/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Fall Wedding Guide | The fall bride loves the drama of a countryside bursting into shades of red and yellow – and she can’t get enough of that crisp air. Listen in as Monte defines the fall bride and offers tips for her wedding planning. | 9/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Selecting Your Music | Music sets the mood for your wedding, from your walk down the aisle to your grand entrance at the reception. Trust Monte to guide your selection of strings, sweet lyrics and stunning vocals. | 9/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Honoring Your Heritage | A truly special wedding pays homage to your culture and family traditions, and you can still be a modern bride while honoring your heritage. Tune in as Monte and Candace provide tips on incorporating family and cultural traditions in your wedding. | 8/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Etiquette Blunders Brides Make | You’re planning a wedding, so who has time to read a thick etiquette manual? Join Monte and Candace as they discuss common bridal blunders -- and how you can avoid them during your engagement and on your wedding day. | 8/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Perfect Southern Wedding | Are you planning to have the perfect southern wedding? If so, you're in luck: Join Monte and Candace as they present the classic elements of the traditional southern wedding. | 8/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Encore Bride | Whether she's marrying later in life or having a second marriage, an encore bride has several important things to consider when planning her wedding. Join Monte and Candace as they present crucial tips for encore brides in search of the perfect wedding. | 8/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Regional Tastes | What exactly makes a bride from Atlanta "Southern?" What makes a bride from Chicago a "Midwestern" bride? In this episode of Monte's Take, Monte and Candace explore the distinguishing regional tastes unique to brides across the United States. | 7/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Playing Nice with In-laws | Befriending your in-laws can occasionally be a challenge. So what's the best way to establish a rapport with your future family members? Join Monte and Candace as they give you some excellent tips, strategies and advice for playing nice with the inlaws. | 7/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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29 |
Wedding plans: the trendy and traditional | Monte and Candace discuss the traditional and trendy trends in wedding planning. | 7/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Finding Your Bridal Style | Bridal style can have a profound influence on the look, feel and budget of a wedding. So what are the first steps in finding a bridal style? Tune in to find out. | 7/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Wedding Guide | Listen in as Monte Durham and Candace Keener share summer wedding tips in this premiere episode of Say Yes to the Dress: Monte's Take. | 7/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 31 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
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i love this show soooooo much!!
thanks for making it free!
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I love Monte!!!!!
Love It!!!!!
I love monte, he's sassy and helpful at the same time. There's so many great tips he gives about anything bridal!
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