This is the Transcript of the #WeddingMarket Chat on January 21st, 2015 with Darcy Miller editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings at www.marthastewartweddings.com . The answers were made on Twitter so responses will appear different.
Darcy Miller is the editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings, which is published quarterly and reaches more than a million readers. One of the nation’s most recognized and trusted wedding experts, Darcy is a sought-after speaker, author, and illustrator. She writes the “New York Times” syndicated column “Weddings” and has been featured on leading news and lifestyle television shows nationwide. She lives with her family in New York City.
See more information about Darcy Miller at www.darcymillerdesigns.com or www.marthastewartweddings.com
Q1: Now you started with @MSL in 1992. How did the idea for @MarthaWeddings come about?
Answer
Darcy Miller: It was a natural extension for @MS_Living. (@marthastewart inspired many with her first wedding book).
Q2: Now the first edition of @MarthaWeddings was published as a special issue?
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Darcy Miller: Our 1st issue 1995 was a special issue of @msliving. The ideas are timeless & just as inspiring today. http://ow.ly/HHL5e
Q3: Your wedding was featured in @MarthaWeddings in 2001? Did @marthastewart introduce you to your future husband?
Answer
Darcy Miller: I knew how to plan a wedding but not whom to marry, lot of blind dates best was Martha’s fix up my husband.
@DreamyWeddingSK Haha. Hope Martha didn’t have to bring a gift to the wedding since she brought the husband!
Darcy Miller: #thebestweddinggiftever !!
Q4: What are some of your favorite issues?
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Darcy Miller: I could never pick one issue I love so many of course. Fall01 with our wedding is a fave. Think any bride would tell you that.
Q5: How have weddings changed since 1995?
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Darcy Miller: Weddings have become more personal & less cookie cutter. Couples really find their own personal style.
@FrillsBridal Since 1995 we’ve had a major online revolution. Do you think it has changed weddings for the better or the worse?
Darcy Miller: Online has given brides more access to vendors and ideas and communication. Be careful not to get overwhelmed. Pick your decisions. Keep moving. Once you bought a dress don’t keep searching dress galleries.
Q6: How have wedding portraits become more playful?
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Darcy Miller: Portraits are no longer as stiff, couples search for scenic spots for portraits feeling more spontaneous in style http://ow.ly/HHLHt .
Q7: @MarthaWeddings remembers Oscar de la Renta in their 20th Anniversary issue. What are your favorite memories of him?
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Darcy Miller: True gentleman great talent. Loved our Martha episode we disputed over taking mom dress shopping. Was classic but modern.
Q8: How can brides make their weddings memorable?
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Darcy Miller: Focus on details that are personal especially ones with soul -toasts, vows etc. Don’t be scared to make your mark http://ow.ly/HHLRz
Q9: How did you create the list for the top 63 Wedding Planners in the 20th Anniversary issue?
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Darcy Miller: @marthaweddings we always love to share great ideas & great resources. We have an amazing RW Editor @shiramisu .
Q10: What are the top wedding trends that we will see this year?
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Darcy Miller: Surprising and delighting your guests w music, confetti, late night snacks. Think outside of the vase, using non floral elements to decorate your reception tables. More than cake, ice cream sundae bars, desserts you love. Asking your loved ones to be bridesmaids in interesting and out of box ways.
Q11: What were the top celebrity weddings featured in @Marthaweddings ?
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Darcy Miller: @katebosworth in #montana http://ow.ly/HHMaG
@johnlegend & chrissyteigen #italy http://ow.ly/HHMlv
We featured @laurenconrad s @papercrownluvsu line in our last issue
Q12: What is Martha Stewart’s Wedding Party?
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Darcy Miller: The best of the best wedding vendors, ideas, give-a-ways for couples, the ultimate day in insipration http://ow.ly/HHMC8
Q13: When and where will Martha Stewart’s Wedding Party take place?
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Darcy Miller: 1/25 @gothamhallNY 10am-4pm w/ @weddinglibrary & @marthaweddings http://ow.ly/HHMC8
Q14: What kind of vendors will be there?
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Darcy Miller: Win a free @zac_posen dress @davidsbridal .
Lauren Conrad’s bridesmaid line @papercrownluvsu .
Worlds most delicious cupcakes @GTownCucpake @katherinesopie @tlc . Something cool for the guys! @martialvivot.
Create a timeless registry from @wiliamssonoma.
Hottest registry must haves from @Macy’s.
Q15: Why brides shouldn’t skip having a wedding videographer on their day?
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Darcy Miller: You get to relive your wedding and see things you missed, it is one time everyone you love is together. http://ow.ly/HHMMC
Q16: What are some of your top lessons learned to keep the day stress free for the bride?
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Darcy Miller: Be organized, act like your wedding is two weeks earlier than it is.
Q17: How is @Marthaweddings preparing for the next 20 years?
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Darcy Miller: Continue to innovate and inspire couples and the #industry.
Q18: How and where can the 20th Anniversary Issue be purchased or seen online?
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Darcy Miller: Print magazine on newsstands and digital issue on Ipad with endless ideas on planning. You can subscribe to our Ipad edition by clicking here http://ow.ly/HHMUy
Q19: What would you like everyone to take from this #WeddingMarket Chat?
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Darcy Miller: Make it your own day, keep it all in perspective and have a good time!
Q20: What are some of your favorite real weddings?
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Darcy Miller: All about entertaining & surprising @anthonyluscia
bRomance @tilerpeck @robbiefairchild http://ow.ly/HHNa2
Whimsical @chereeberry http://ow.ly/HHNeP
#WeddingMarket Questions From Twitter:
1. @tarynwilliford How about after the wedding: What’s your best advice for newlyweds?
Answer
Darcy Miller: Just enjoy your new life together, it is such an exciting time.
2. @MariellOnline Do you have a particular wedding trend or style that you just can’t see enough of?
Answer:
Darcy Miller: I am biased to sweets and I love all the ways people have reinvented desserts
3. @143Bridal What do you suggest is the best way to become involved in the wedding magazine industry?
Answer:
Darcy Miller: Do your research, start somewhere, volunteer, intern find companies you love.
4. @MariellOnline Do you think that personalization has anything to do with couples getting married later?
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Darcy Miller: Yes and also people are encourage to express their personality as a couple. Couples are inspired by traditions but feel the freedom to put their own spin on their wedding day.
5. @DreamyWeddingSK What’s the most memorable Caribbean destination wedding you’ve planned?
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Darcy Miller: just being away with friends with family is a great experience, too hard to choose one. They are all so different.
6. @DreamyWeddingSK Naked cakes; here to stay or gone in a day?
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Darcy Miller: There is a cake for everybody, every pot has a lid.
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