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Dressing Up with Sarah Kolis
Welcome to the Dressing Up podcast! Join Sarah Kolis as she shares engaging 💍 tips about all things bridal dresses, wedding/event day advice, a little bit of sewing content, and all the tips and tricks of dressing up.
Sarah talks about lots of bridal and general wedding day content, but not exclusively. Oftentimes, she finds that your wedding day is one of the few days in your life where you truly dress up and feel your most beautiful, and she hopes to encourage women to dress up more and…
Episodes
- Dressing Up with Sarah Kolis
80. Behind the Scenes of a Black Bridal Gown, Glam Reception Dress & Unique Detroit Wedding
What happens when a bride wants a wedding wardrobe that looks like something straight out of Maleficent? You create completely custom pieces, hand-beaded…
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79. What Really Happens Behind the Camera on a Wedding Day with Penny Ralene
Wedding photos might look effortless… but there’s a whole lot happening behind the camera to create those beautiful, candid moments! In this episode, Sarah…
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78. Genuine Connections in the Wedding Industry with Gabe of Ten Thirty Films
The best wedding vendors don't just deliver a service; they create an experience couples will remember for the rest of their lives! In this episode, Sarah sits…
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77. From Wedding Vendor to Bride with Hannah Dice
Have you ever wondered what it’s like when a wedding vendor finally becomes the bride herself? Well, this week, Sarah sits down with newlywed Hannah Dice—a…
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76. One Year Later: Angela & Kevin Relive Their Wedding Day
A custom wedding dress, a surprise reception couch, Costco sheet cake (in addition to a small Bella E Dolce cake!), and enough family opinions to fill an…
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75. Planner & Photographer Duo with Caitlin & Mikayla
This week on The Dressing Up Podcast, Sarah sits down with wedding planner Caitlin Bailey of Bunny & June Events and wedding photographer Mikayla Scheibe for a…
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74. Real Bride Series: Alexis and Shannon Tell It All
We’re back with another Real Brides episode! Alexis and Shannon share the real stories behind their wedding days—from meaningful family moments to letting go…
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73. Mothers: Dresses, Drama, Budgets, and Navigating the Big Day
This episode is for every mother stepping into one of life’s most emotional (and sometimes overwhelming) roles—watching your child get married! Whether you’re…
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72. I Went All Out for My Sister’s Baby Shower… Here’s What Happened
What happens when a bridal designer plans her niece’s baby shower? You get a celebration so detailed, so personalized, and so over-the-top—it has guests…
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71. Sarah Solo: Day-of Styling, Custom Embroidery & Vintage Redesigns
Planning your wedding wardrobe is about so much more than just the dress, it's about how you feel throughout every moment of your special day. In this solo…
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70. The Industry Secrets No One Talks About with Megan Kennedy
When the entire bridal party got food poisoning the night before the wedding, someone had to step it up! That key leader was Megan Kennedy—and that chaotic day…
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69. The Target Bedsheet Dress Goes International: A UK Bride's DIY Wedding Gown Journey
When Betty Smith saw Sarah's Target bedsheet dress go viral on Instagram, she knew it had to be her wedding dress. Just one tiny problem: she'd never sewn a…
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68. Real Bride Series: Nicole, Julia, and Bianca Tell It All
We're back with another Real Brides episode Sarah sits down with Nicole Humbert, Julia Schalk, and Bianca Hessenbruch to hear all about their dream weddings…
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67. How to Plan a Beautiful Wedding Without the Stress (with Wedding Planner Jennie Wiegand)
Planning your dream wedding can feel overwhelming—but what if you had an insider's perspective on how to make it all come together beautifully? In this…
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66. Real Brides Series: Emily & Sue, A Mother–Daughter Episode
We’re back with a special edition of the Real Bride Series. Instead of sitting down with three brides, we paused the series to feature one bride and her mother…
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65. The Most-Asked Questions From Brides (And The Entourage!)
Ever wondered what really goes on in a bridal studio? All your burning questions, answered.In this episode, Sarah Kolis answers the real-life, just-for-fun…
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64. Real Brides Series: Kimmy, Jenna and Julia tell it all!
We’re back for another episode of the Real Bride Series: catching up with past-season brides and hearing how their wedding days actually unfolded, plus the…
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63. Real Brides Series: Isabelle, Rachel and Natalie tell it all!
Three real brides. Three totally different weddings. One episode packed with the honest takeaways brides actually need—what mattered, what surprised them, and…
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62. From Makeup Chair to Bride Herself: The Evolution of Bridal Beauty with Brittany Lo
Founder of Beautini and Beia, Brittany Lo, joins the podcast to share how she built a luxury bridal beauty brand based in NYC, the biggest shifts in wedding…
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61. Maximalism is back in Bridal! Inside 2025 Trends with Magnolia Laine Detroit’s Kelsey McDonagh
Maximalism is having a moment!I am joined by Kelsey McDonagh from Magnolia Laine Detroit, part of the White Magnolia Collection to unpack what she saw at…
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60. Why Every Wedding Needs Storytelling with Jeannene Lillie Events
I’m joined by Jeannene from Jeannene Lillie Events, a Metro Detroit wedding planner known for her calm, thoughtful, and storytelling-driven approach to…
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59. Turning Parties Into Works of Art with Stem Event Design’s Kevin Miller
What happens when you take floral design to the next level? Kevin Miller, president of Stem Event Design in Metro Detroit, has built a business turning…
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58. Cleaning Your Wedding Dress Step by Step
My sister, Angela, just got married recently, and I thought it would be the perfect time to show you everything about how to preserve your wedding dress!…
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57. Behind the Seams of Angela’s Custom Wedding Dress
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of creating my sister Angela’s custom couture wedding gown—from our initial mock dress in December to the final…
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56. The Rise of the Wedding Content Creator: Behind the Scenes with Ella, Wedding & Event Content Creator
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Griselda Mucollari (Ella), Metro Detroit’s go-to wedding and event content creator. With a background in international…
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55. Planning Your Dream Honeymoon with a Luxury Travel Advisor, Gray Ellender, Go With Gray Travel
In this episode, I'm joined by Gray Ellender of Go With Gray Travel, a luxury travel advisor and honeymoon specialist who helps couples plan seamless…
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54. The Couture Bridal Experience: Designing the Perfect Custom Gown
Creating a custom couture wedding gown is more than just designing a dress—it’s about crafting a once-in-a-lifetime experience! In this episode, Sarah Kolis…
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53. Building a Family-Owned Wedding Venue with Alicia McKay, The Oakley
In this episode, I’m joined by Alicia McKay, co-owner and venue coordinator of The Oakley, a premier event venue in Holly, Michigan! Alicia shares how she…
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52. Melissa’s Wedding Journey: From Saying Yes to Walking Down the Aisle
You asked - we answered! In this episode, I sit down with my youngest sister, Melissa, for a fun and lighthearted conversation about her wedding journey, life…
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51. Real Brides Series: Gwen, Kayla, and Rina tell all!
In this special episode, we continue our bride interview series with three amazing women—Gwen, Kayla, and Rina—who share the real stories behind their wedding…
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50. Chad and Mimi’s Recap: the Bride & Groom’s Take on the Big Day!
In this episode, Mimi Rubin joins us to share all the details of her wedding day—from planning the perfect celebration with all their close friends and family…
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49. Real Brides Series: Darby, Madison, and Natalie tell it all!
Welcome to the third episode of the Real Brides Series! In this episode, I sit down with three incredible brides—Darby, Madison, and Natalie—to hear their…
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48. Meet Lead Seamstress, Erin Conner
In this special episode, Sarah introduces Erin Conner, her lead seamstress! They share their story of friendship, career paths, and the evolution of their…
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47. Real Brides Series: Alexa, Emily, and Stephanie Share Their Big Day Stories
Welcome back to The Dressing Up Podcast! Today, I’m diving into the stories of three incredible brides I’ve had the honor of working with: Alexa, Emily, and…
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46. Behind the Seams: Creating Melissa’s Dream Wedding Dress
In this episode, I am taking you on a behind-the-scenes journey into one of the most meaningful projects I’ve ever undertaken: creating my youngest sister…
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45. Real Brides Series: Reliving Wedding Magic with brides Alexa, Tara, and Rachel
Welcome to a brand-new series on The Dressing Up Podcast! In this special Real Brides series, I’m inviting past brides I’ve worked with to reminisce about…
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44. Threads of Memory: My Crafting Childhood Journey Through Mom’s Eyes
This week, my mom Cynthia Kolis joins the Dressing Up Podcast to walk down memory lane with me! Ever since I was a child, I knew that this was the path I…
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43. Planning Weddings, Fashion Trends, and Growing a Business with Loren Taylor of LDT Events
Today’s guest is Loren Taylor, the founder of LDT Events, a thriving event and wedding planning business in Metro Detroit, and the wedding coordinator of my…
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42. Engagement Stories and Wedding Insights: A Chat with My Soon-to-Be Brother-in-Law Kevin
In this episode, Sarah speaks with a very special guest, Kevin Dombek, who is her soon-to-be brother-in-law! They dive into the fun details of Kevin’s…
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41. Bridesmaid 101: What You Need To Know To Be The Very Best Bride Tribe!
Are you a bridesmaid for an upcoming wedding? Well, you are in luck because in this episode I am joined by my sister, Angela, and we’re chatting all about…
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40. The Studio Grand Opening Party Recap
It’s official, I have moved into the new and improved Sarah Kolis Studio! In this special episode, I recap the exciting journey of transforming a raw garage…
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39. The Perfect Day: Family, Fashion, and Wedding Planning with sisters, Hannah and Caitlin
In this episode, sisters, Caitlin and Hannah sit down to discuss Hannah’s recent wedding, and how Caitlin, a wedding planner and coordinator, made it extra…
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38. Timeless Bridal Fashion and Wedding Etiquette with Beth from Ivory Loft Bridal
Beth Anderson from Ivory Loft Bridal joins the podcast again! In this episode, we build on our conversation that we started in episode 26, such as Natural…
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37. Preservation Kits 101: Step By Step Tutorial
What IS a preservation kit? And how does it work? These questions answered and more in this in-depth step-by-step guide about how to box up your preservation…
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36. The Tea on Online Dresses, Alterations, Natural vs Lab Grown & Shapewear - Hot Topics with Hana Abboud
I am starting a new series on this podcast called Hot Topics with Hana! Hana Abboud, the founder and creator of L'Amour Bridal, and founder of her own label…
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35. Wedding Recap & Welcome to the New Studio!
In this episode of The Dressing Up Podcast, there is a lot to catch up on! Sarah dives into the soft opening of her new studio, what to expect from the new…
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34. Nashville Bachelorette Recap with The Kolis Sisters
With Sarah’s sister, Melissa, getting married soon, all of the (4) Kolis sisters have been in full wedding planning mode. In this episode, Sarah is joined two…
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33. Opening a Bridal Shop & Social Media’s Impact on Dress Shopping with Kristy, owner of The White Dress
Kristy, the owner and founder of The White Dress in Michigan joins the podcast today to talk all about Michigan’s bridal scene, why she opened her own bridal…
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32. Women in Business & Dressing for Confidence With Sallie Holder, founder of The BRIMM
Sallie Holder joins the Dressing Up Podcast to talk all about business and confidence. Sallie is Sarah’s personal business coach, and is what Sarah calls a…
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31. The New Old Money Aesthetic with Amber Frankhuizen
Amber Frankhuizen, the host of the Old Money Podcast, joins us today to talk all about the new ways to old money financial practices, old money fashion styles…
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30. Common Myths in the Fashion Industry
In this episode, Sarah Kolis shares 9 common myths she hears often in the bridal and fashion industries, and her personal thoughts on them! Listen while she…
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29. What To Do With Your Wedding Dress After the Big Day: Cleaning, Selling, Donating and Repurposing
Have you thought about what you want to do with your gown after the wedding? In this episode, Sarah shares some ideas and advice on how to best handle your…
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28. European Travel Recap: Fabric Shopping, Culture, and More
Sarah Kolis recaps her recent trip to France, Amsterdam, and Brussels in today’s episode, with a quick chat with her husband, Billy. Sarah and Billy had an…
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27. Wedding Invitations & Day Of Stationary with Liz Fons, Jade Social Shop & Studio
In this episode, Sarah Kolis speaks with Liz Fons, the founder of Jade Social Shop & Studio. They chat about different types of bridal invitations, current and…
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26. Shopping for a Wedding Dress, Sizing and Keeping an Open Mind with Beth Anderson
In this episode, Sarah Kolis sits down with Beth Anderson from Ivory Loft Bridal, a bridal salon in Detroit. They chat about all things bridal shopping, Beth’s…
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25. 2024 Business Updates!
In this episode, Sarah Kolis sits down with her husband, Billy, for some exciting business updates! The couple shares about their upcoming travel, moving, how…
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24. Best Friends, Newlyweds & Wine featuring Sarah Kolis and the Fantastic 5
In this episode, Sarah Kolis sits down with her friends group from childhood, whom call themselves the Fantastic 5 group! This includes Katherine, Katie…
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23. Planning a Wedding? Let’s Chat Photography with Nate, Owner of J&N Studios
In this episode, Sarah chats with Nate, the owner and lead photographer of J&N Studios. Recently, Sarah Kolis and Nate worked at a wedding where Sarah was the…
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22. Ask Me Anything with Sarah Kolis
You asked, and Sarah answered! In this episode, bridal seamstress Sarah Kolis answers questions from her instagram followers about herself, starting her…
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21. My Sister’s Engagement Story with Melissa Kolis & Cameron Schreiber
This is a very special episode of the Dressing Up Podcast because Sarah’s younger sister, Melissa is engaged! In this episode, Melissa Kolis and her *new*…