Confessions of a Wedding Planner with Christine McDevitt

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Ever tried planning a wedding or an event? Nashville is one of the country’s top destination cities for weddings, and big events are big business! So if you have something special coming up and you are interested in getting the inside scoop on all the do’s and don’ts of planning for a big, important event, you are going to want to listen in on my conversation with Christine McDevitt, one of Nashville’s top wedding planners.

In our episode, Christine discusses her journey into the industry, the challenges of running a wedding business, and the joy she finds in revealing the wedding reception to couples. She provides valuable advice for couples planning their weddings, including budgeting tips, understanding timelines, and the importance of hiring professional vendors.

We also get into some of her most memorable experiences handling unexpected issues on the wedding day that you won’t want to miss. From unexpected drama on the wedding day to the importance of self-care for wedding professionals, Christine is speaking right to us beauty pros and beauty enthusiasts alike. Bonus: she also discusses emerging trends in the wedding industry and offers valuable advice for couples planning their special day.

This discussion is fascinating on so many levels.

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Website: https://www.cmeventdesign.com/
Connect with Christine on Instagram: @cm.event.design

Join Sarah Crews and Nashville wedding planner Christine McDevitt chat about budgeting, timelines, trends, and insider tips for planning your perfect event.

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Ever tried planning a wedding or an event? Nashville is one of the country’s top destination cities for weddings, and big events are big business! So if you have something special coming up and you are interested in getting the inside scoop on all the do’s and don’ts of planning for a big, important event, you are going to want to listen in on my conversation with Christine McDevitt, one of Nashville’s top wedding planners.

In our episode, Christine discusses her journey into the industry, the challenges of running a wedding business, and the joy she finds in revealing the wedding reception to couples. She provides valuable advice for couples planning their weddings, including budgeting tips, understanding timelines, and the importance of hiring professional vendors.

We also get into some of her most memorable experiences handling unexpected issues on the wedding day that you won’t want to miss. From unexpected drama on the wedding day to the importance of self-care for wedding professionals, Christine is speaking right to us beauty pros and beauty enthusiasts alike. Bonus: she also discusses emerging trends in the wedding industry and offers valuable advice for couples planning their special day.

This discussion is fascinating on so many levels.

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Hi, I’m Sarah Crews—a hairstylist with 30 years of experience, starting from a small-town beauty shop in rural Kentucky to becoming a partner in a luxury Nashville salon and a national educator for one of the world’s top professional hair care brands. Along the way, I’ve traveled, built lifelong connections, and collaborated with leading industry media sources to create content, educational materials, and even style for New York Fashion Week.

Now, as the host of The Lessons From Your Hairstylist Podcast, I’m bringing my passion for transformation beyond the salon chair. Whether it's hair, life, or career changes, I believe small steps can lead to big results. Join me each week as we explore practical ways to overcome obstacles and chat with beauty, health, and wellness experts to inspire meaningful change in our lives.

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Hi, I’m Sarah Crews—a hairstylist with 30 years of experience, starting from a small-town beauty shop in rural Kentucky to becoming a partner in a luxury Nashville salon and a national educator for one of the world’s top professional hair care brands. Along the way, I’ve traveled, built lifelong connections, and collaborated with leading industry media sources to create content, educational materials, and even style for New York Fashion Week.

Now, as the host of The Lessons From Your Hairstylist Podcast, I’m bringing my passion for transformation beyond the salon chair. Whether it's hair, life, or career changes, I believe small steps can lead to big results. Join me each week as we explore practical ways to overcome obstacles and chat with beauty, health, and wellness experts to inspire meaningful change in our lives.

Hey there!

Meet Sarah