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Vogue Podcast: Wedding Planners Reveal Celebrity Booking Secrets

other · 2026-05-28

On the latest episode of Vogue's The Run-Thursday podcast, top wedding planners Marcy Blum and Melissa Sullivan share trade secrets with host Chloe Malle. They discuss negotiating with agents for celebrity performers like Snoop Dogg, describing the process as "pin the tail on the price." Sullivan highlights logistical challenges such as obtaining work permits for large entourages in destinations like the Bahamas, questioning why local talent cannot be hired. Both planners advise against including dogs in weddings, calling it stressful and confusing for the animals. The episode covers etiquette, trends, and unusual client requests encountered at high-profile weddings featured in Vogue.

Key facts

  • Podcast episode features wedding planners Marcy Blum and Melissa Sullivan.
  • Hosted by Chloe Malle on Vogue's The Run-Through.
  • Blum explains hiring Snoop Dogg requires an offer and negotiation.
  • Sullivan notes crazy rider demands include 30 wardrobe assistants.
  • Work permits needed for large crews in the Bahamas.
  • Both planners advise against dogs at weddings.
  • Dogs are described as miserable and stressed at weddings.
  • Episode covers etiquette, trends, and unusual requests.

Entities

Artists

  • Snoop Dogg

Institutions

  • Vogue

Locations

  • Bahamas

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