Beyond Bridal

This episode is close to my heart because it's something every bride has either wondered—or felt unsure asking about: What goes into the pricing of bridal hair and makeup? And why is it such an important investment?

I wanted to pull back the curtain and share what’s really behind the number. Because this is never just about a hairstyle or a flawless makeup look. This is about the experience you’re creating from the very first momen...

Today’s episode is a conversation every bride deserves to hear. We're pulling back the curtain on what you're truly investing in when you book a professional hair and makeup artist for your wedding day.

Yes, you want to look beautiful — glowing skin, polished hair, all the things. But it's about so much more than the final look. It's about how you feel on the way there.

In this episode, I’m sharing what you're really paying for: ex...

In this episode, I’m sharing the red flags no one talks about when it comes to booking your bridal beauty team.

After twenty years in this industry, I’ve seen how often things go wrong—not because the bride didn’t care, but because no one told her what to look for. From last-minute cancellations to artists who just aren’t ready for the emotional weight of a wedding morning, these situations are more common than you think… and total...

In this episode, I’m sharing all about how to step into your bridal era with intention, starting with one of the most important decisions you'll make for your wedding day—your bridal beauty team.

 

Whether you’re newly engaged or you’ve already locked in your date, this episode will help you understand when to start thinking about booking your glam team and how to choose artists who will bring your vision to...

This episode is extra special because I’m joined by one of the first people who truly believed in me and helped shape the foundation of my business—Sydney Mintle, founder of Gossip & Glamour, fashion PR powerhouse, and true champion of community over competition. Sydney and I go deep on what real collaboration looks like, how to build authentic relationships in the bridal and fashion industries, and why supporting other women i...

Today’s episode is all about a word we hear constantly in the wedding industry: collaboration. It sounds beautiful—community, connection, supporting one another—but let’s be real: not every collab is what it claims to be.

In this episode, I’m getting honest about a recent situation with a high-profile client that left me feeling completely disrespected, and how it opened my eyes to the way the word “collaboration” is often misused ...

Scaling my bridal business looked like a dream from the outside—booked solid, constantly traveling, growing a team. But behind the scenes? It was anything but glamorous. I was drowning in admin work, struggling to keep up with inquiries, and dealing with the painful reality of one-star reviews—not because of my artistry, but because my back end was a disaster.   In this episode, I’m sharing the hard lessons I learned when saying ye...

Outsourcing. It’s a buzzword in the wedding industry, but how do you actually do it right? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by admin work, drowning in emails, or struggling to juggle every aspect of your business, this episode is for you.   In this episode, I share my personal journey of rapid business growth, the mistakes I made when first outsourcing, and the game-changing systems that transformed my business. I break down exactly w...

Are you feeling the pull to grow your bridal business but aren’t sure if you’re ready? In this episode, I share the key signs that tell you it’s time to scale - exactly the ones that I saw when I knew it was my time to scale! From craving more creative control to being fully booked with no room for growth, this episode walks through the moments that signal it's time to take the next step in your business. Whether you’re considering...

Ever feel like you should be posting more on social media but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, Michelle Wight breaks down the five biggest excuses wedding pros make when it comes to showing up online—and why they’re holding you back. With 20 years in the beauty industry, Michelle has seen firsthand how personal branding can transform your business.

If you’re stuck on what to post, afraid of judgment,...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Beyond Bridal, where Michelle Wight takes you behind the scenes of the bridal beauty industry. Having spent two decades passionately crafting her expertise, Michelle opens up about the highs and lows of evolving from a solo makeup artist to leading a thriving team serving hundreds of bridal clients annually.

In this episode, Michelle reflects on her incredible journey from balancing life as a hos...