493 - The Art of Celebrating: Planning Meaningful Weddings with Akeshi Akinseye

Bridechilla - Wedding Planning Podcast

Evergreen Podcasts

Relationships, Society & Culture

4.8 • 625 Ratings

🗓️ 12 January 2026

⏱️ 71 minutes

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This week, Leah is joined by renowned wedding planner and author Akeshi Akinseye to explore The Art of Celebrating and what it really means to plan a meaningful, intentional wedding that truly reflects you. Akeshi shares how storytelling, ambiance, and thoughtful details can transform your wedding day from beautiful… to unforgettable. They dive into staying grounded in connection (even with social media pressure!), practical ways to personalize your celebration, smart budgeting strategies, and how to thoughtfully approach one of the toughest planning tasks—your guest list. If you want your wedding to feel as good as it looks, this episode is a must-listen. The Art of Celebration releases on January 27th, 2026! Pre-order now through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or Walmart! Today’s episode is sponsored by Sandals! Sandals Resorts offers some of the best adults-only all-inclusive resorts that bring guests closer to the vibrancy, authenticity and spirit of the Caribbean. Start planning your dream wedding at http://sandals.com/. This episode is sponsored by BriteCo! Get 5% off wedding insurance by visiting https://insurance.brite.co/planner/BRID3 Join us for a day of live entertainment, brunch, and wedding inspiration at the Seasons of Love event at The Elliot, January 18th, 2026! Tickets are available on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seasons-of-love-the-elliots-bridal-show-engagement-party-tickets-1216527870609?aff=oddtdtcreator Find Bridechilla online: - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebridechilla - Instagram: https://instagram.com/bridechilla - Website: http://thebridechilla.com Bridechilla is a production of Evergreen Podcasts. TAKE OUR SHOW SURVEY HERE! ⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FCT5DRM⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:15.6	Let's get this party started and embrace your inner Bride Chilla. What's up, Chillas? Today we're with Akeshi Akhen-She. She is the founder and CEO of Keshevents.
1:23.6	She has been named one of America's best wedding planners by Brides Magazine, along with a slew of other accolades. Lily, you could do a whole episode on all of your achievements. And you're also an author. Your brand new book is out called The Art of Celebrating. Akeshi, welcome to Britechilla. And can I just say how stunning you are? Like, you are so beautiful in your photos, but
1:45.3	like seeing you here, like you are stunning. Oh my gosh. Thank you. I really appreciate that.
1:50.1	I'm so excited to be here, by the way. Love the podcast. Love everything you're doing. Love your
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