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RSVP Thanks
RSVP Thanks is the wedding podcast for brides who’ve had it, vendors who’ve seen it all, and anyone who needs a laugh with their event planning.
We’re talking real stories, real chaos, and actually helpful tips from the pros. Dress disasters? MIL meltdowns? Vendors who ghost? Yep, we’ve got receipts.
New episodes drop every Wednesday.
Have a story that’s too good not to share? Call our hotline: 320-558-RSVP — and maybe your drama will make the next episode.
RSVP Thanks
#21: Wedding Magic with Camila Craft: Enchanting Brides & Vintage Finds
Planning a wedding sounds fun… until you realize it can take 450+ hours to do it right.
In this episode, we’re joined by Camila of Spellbound Events, a Charleston-based wedding planner with over a decade of experience designing and executing weddings across the country. From West Coast beginnings to Lowcountry celebrations, Camilla breaks down what wedding planners actually do, why hiring one early can save you time, money, and stress + the biggest mistakes a couple can make before they even book a venue.
We also talk about Camilla’s newest venture, Ritual Bridal, a vintage and pre-owned bridal dress experience focused on couture, one-of-a-kind gowns and an intimate, boutique-style try-on process. She shares why vintage bridal is having a major moment and how Ritual Bridal gives brides a more personal, meaningful way to find “the dress.”
Let's dive into 2026 wedding trends, honest talk about planner pricing, destination weddings in Charleston, and why something always goes wrong (even when you never hear about it). If you’re newly engaged, planning a destination wedding, or wondering if a planner is really worth it... this episode is a must-listen.
00:00:00 - Happy New Year & welcome
00:00:08 - Introducing Camilla (Spellbound Events)
00:00:29 - How Camilla got into weddings
00:01:11 - Winery weddings & early career
00:01:43 - West Coast vs. East Coast weddings
00:02:17 - Coastal climate differences
00:03:00 - Is a wedding planner worth it?
00:03:16 - The 450-hour planning reality
00:04:48 - Hosting vs. enjoying your wedding
00:05:40 - What planners really do on wedding days
00:06:13 - Why local planner knowledge matters
00:07:35 - Facebook wedding advice pitfalls
00:08:25 - Why consult calls matter
00:08:49 - The two vendors personality matters most
00:10:15 - Wedding planner pricing explained
00:12:22 - Budget transparency for couples
00:13:29 - Advice for newly engaged couples
00:14:15 - Budget mistakes couples make
00:14:39 - Why planners should be hired first
00:15:16 - Charleston weather & destination risks
00:16:05 - Hidden venue costs
00:17:13 - How planners save couples money
00:17:51 - Rapid Fire
00:24:41 - Final thoughts
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