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

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

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