In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Amy Parfett from WedShed to talk about all things weddings — the trends, the must-haves, and how to save without sacrificing the celebration.
With the average Aussie wedding now topping $35,000, Amy shares tips on how to set a realistic budget, what’s changing thanks to the rising cost of living, and how to keep your big day true to you.
Plus, they chat about how parents can support their kids financially without overstepping or overspending.
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In this episode, Gemma and Amy dive into:
- Wedding trends and how they are changing
- How to set a realistic wedding budget
- First weddings vs second (or third) – do people approach them differently?
- Ways parents can financially support their kids
- Balancing outside pressure (and opinions) when planning
- How to stay true to your values and visions
- Gift giving – what’s expected, and some modern alternatives
