About Behind the VeilProduced by Affinity TVBehind the Veil is where wedding inspiration meets real strategy — a beautifully shot, behind-the-scenes docuseries that reveals what it really takes to bring styled wedding shoots to life.This Affinity TV original pulls back the curtain on the creative ...
Step into a world of blooms, beauty, and breathtaking scale in this episode of Behind the Veil, where floral design takes center stage. Set against the clean, modern architecture of Lux Vita, this styled shoot lives up to its name: Floral Galore is a vibrant celebration of color, texture, and abunda...
This episode of Behind the Veil dives into a wedding concept that blends grit with glam—an industrial-styled shoot set inside the striking interiors of Bella Moon. With its raw textures, exposed architecture, and intentional edge, the venue becomes the perfect canvas for a wedding design that feel...
What happens when you take soft, romantic wedding details and drop them into an upscale bowling alley? You get a styled shoot that’s playful, unexpected, and full of modern charm. In this episode of Behind the Veil, we explore a design concept that redefines what romance looks like in a non-tradit...
Behind the Veil kicks off its first episode with a bold, imaginative styled shoot that blends the shimmer of iridescence with the raw beauty of succulents. This unexpected pairing creates a dreamy, futuristic desert vibe that pushes the boundaries of what a wedding can look like — modern, editoria...
Step into the decadent world of couture cakes, opulent gowns, and pastel perfection as Behind the Veil peels back the layers of styled shoot magic. In this episode, host Rachel Low takes viewers behind the scenes of a lavish Marie Antoinette–themed wedding shoot — a dreamy, theatrical reimaginin...
Let’s talk bowties. Not the clip-on kind from your prom days — I mean real, well-made, intentionally styled bowties that elevate your groom’s entire look.This guide, boldly titled “Tie Your Man Up,” is a celebration of that little accessory that makes a huge impact. Whether you’re plann...
You’ve made it through the vows, the toasts, the tears, the dance floor, and the cake — but before you slip off into newlywed bliss, there’s one final moment to get right: the grand exit.This isn’t just a logistical wrap-up; it’s your last big impression, your final photo op, and the closi...
If there’s one moment that belongs entirely to you, it’s that walk down the aisle. And if you're going to do it, why not own it in a show-stopping wedding dress?Whether you're dreaming of dramatic silhouettes, couture-level detail, or a look that will leave everyone breathless (including your fu...
Let’s be honest — bridesmaids dresses can be one of the trickiest parts of planning. Not because the fashion isn’t fun (it is), but because you’re juggling multiple personalities, body types, budgets, and expectations. And somehow, it all needs to look effortless in the photos.After two deca...
Let’s get this out of the way: Yes, you can have two dresses. And no, you don’t need anyone’s permission to do it.Over the years, I’ve worked with hundreds of brides who lit up at the idea of a dramatic wardrobe change—and just as many who needed a little reassurance that it was worth it. ...
Before you say “I do,” there’s a whole world of need-to-know truths that often go unspoken in the glitter of wedding planning. And I’m not just talking about centerpieces and cake flavors. I’m talking about the real stuff — the emotional prep, the logistical realities, and the behind-the...
Planning a wedding on a budget doesn’t mean compromising on beauty, joy, or meaning. It means making smart, intentional choices—and having the right guidance along the way.That’s why I created this Low-Budget Wedding Planning Checklist: a practical companion designed to help you stay organized...
Estimated Reading Time: (9 minutes)A few years back, I sat across from a couple in their third round of budget edits, champagne flutes in hand and spreadsheets glowing on the screen. They were confident—excited, even. “We’ve got everything locked in,” the bride said. “Venue, catering, phot...
Estimated Reading Time: (8 minutes)Tipping your wedding vendors isn’t something most people think about when they first start planning. In fact, I can almost guarantee it won’t show up on your first Pinterest board or checklist. But once you’re about a month out—and every invoice is coming d...
Estimated Reading Time: (9 minutes)There’s a moment every couple hits in the planning process—usually right after they fall in love with a photographer who costs more than their entire catering budget—when they lean across the table and whisper: “Is it okay to ask for a discount?”Short ans...
Estimated Reading Time:(9 minutes)Let’s get something out of the way right now: guests love an open bar.But your budget? Not always so much.It’s one of the biggest debates I hear in planning meetings: Do we offer a full bar? Do we limit it? Will people be annoyed if they have to pay for their ow...
Estimated Reading Time: (8 minutes)If you’ve ever been stuck between your mom quoting Miss Manners and your cousin reminding you “it’s 2025,” you’re not alone. The question of who pays for what in a wedding has become one of the most nuanced—and frankly, loaded—topics in modern plannin...
Estimated Reading Time: (9 minutes)Let’s talk about one of the most uncomfortable parts of wedding planning: asking for help with the bill.You’ve done the spreadsheets. You’ve priced the venue, the food, the dress, and the ten other things you didn’t even realize existed until three weeks ag...
Estimated Reading Time: (8 minutes)A few years ago, I stood in the middle of a candlelit barn in Vermont with tears in my eyes—not because the couple had spent six figures on towering centerpieces or luxury drapery (they hadn’t), but because everything about that evening was so personal, so inte...
Estimated Reading Time: (9 minutes)The first time I heard someone say they planned a beautiful wedding for under $5,000, I’ll admit—I tilted my head like a confused golden retriever. But then I saw it. The photos were full of joy. The guests were glowing. The couple? They were beaming. And ever...
Estimated Reading Time: (8 minutes)I once had a bride ask me, mid-consultation and mid-cookie bite, “What if I just want everything to be top-tier?” She was seated across from me at a boutique café in Charleston, planner in hand, Pinterest board open, and that faraway look I’ve come to recog...
Estimated Reading Time: (7 minutes)Let me guess—you’re sitting under a wide-brimmed sun hat with Pinterest open in one tab, Excel in the other, sipping something cold while panic-browsing $12,000 wedding arches you didn’t even know existed last week. Been there. And yes, I’m answering your ...
