In this interview, we’re going behind the scenes with Shaken & Stirred Mixology to talk about custom wedding cocktails, elevated guest experiences, and why the bar has become one of the most talked-about elements of modern weddings.

From signature cocktails designed around your story to creating an atmosphere your guests actually remember, this conversation dives into how thoughtful mixology elevates your wedding day. If you’ve ever wondered how couples are turning cocktail hour into an experience (not just a line at the bar), this is for you.

Perfect for couples planning a wedding, planners looking for inspiration, and anyone curious about luxury wedding details that leave a lasting impression.

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In this episode of Architects of the Aisle, Meredith Ryncarz sits down with Dakota of Jardinière to uncover the styling and floral design secrets every bride should know before making those big wedding decisions.

Dakota shares her refreshingly candid take on popular wedding trends, where couples may be spending money unnecessarily, and why impactful design starts with understanding who you are as a couple—not recreating something you found on Pinterest.

From rethinking boutonnieres and dance floor installations to understanding the difference between a "pop of color" and a thoughtfully layered color palette, this conversation is packed with practical advice for creating a wedding that looks incredible and feels deeply personal.

💐 IN THIS EPISODE:

• Wedding floral trends that might not be worth the investment
• Why some traditional wedding flowers can be skipped
• Where to invest your floral budget for maximum impact
• How personality transforms beautiful décor into meaningful design
• Why your dress, family history, home, and personal style can inspire your wedding
• How to create a cohesive wedding color palette
• Why practical design matters just as much as beautiful design
• Overrated vs. underrated wedding trends
• How the right vendors elevate your entire planning experience

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👍 Like this episode if it gave you a new perspective on wedding styling.

💬 Tell us in the comments: What's one wedding trend you're ready to skip?

After years of designing weddings for other couples, Dakota shares what surprised her most about becoming a bride, how working in the wedding industry shaped her planning decisions, and why the experience leading up to the wedding matters just as much as the day itself.

In this episode:

💐 Wedding floral trends that may not be worth the investment

💰 How to decide where your floral budget should go

🌿 Why impactful wedding design starts with personality

💍 Why your wedding isn't really "just one day"

✨ How your vendors influence your wedding planning experience

🎨 Where professional floral designers find inspiration

🔥 Overrated vs. underrated wedding trends

🌸 The "pop of color" mistake couples often make

☔ Why beautiful wedding design still needs to be practical

From walking down the aisle together to choosing four wedding dresses, Dakota offers an honest, thoughtful look at what it means to create a wedding that truly feels like you.

Planning a wedding—or working in the wedding industry? Subscribe to Architects of the Aisle and turn on notifications for more honest conversations, expert wedding planning advice, vendor spotlights, and behind-the-scenes insights.

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Join host Meredith Ryncarz as she sits down with luxury wedding florist Dakota of Jardinière for an honest conversation about the wedding trends worth skipping, where your floral budget makes the biggest impact, and why your wedding should reflect you—not just Pinterest.

Whether you're a bride, groom, wedding planner, photographer, or wedding vendor, this episode is packed with expert advice that will change the way you think about wedding design.

💐 In this episode you'll learn:

• The biggest wedding flower mistakes couples make

• How to prioritize your floral budget

• The truth about timeless wedding design

• Wedding trends luxury florists actually recommend

• How to create a wedding that feels authentic and unforgettable

🎙️ Subscribe to Architects of the Aisle for more conversations with the wedding industry's leading photographers, planners, florists, designers, and creatives. New episodes every week featuring expert advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and insider tips to help you create an incredible wedding—or grow your wedding business.

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