What makes a wedding truly meaningful—and how do you plan one without losing sight of why you are getting married?
Lizzie Post, great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post and co-president of the Emily Post Institute, returns to Classic & Curious for a warm, insightful conversation about modern wedding etiquette, meaningful celebrations, and the traditions today’s couples are choosing to keep—or make entirely their own.
An accomplished author, speaker, and nationally recognized etiquette expert, Lizzie has shared her thoughtful, modern perspective on the Today show, NBC Nightly News, Fox & Friends, and countless other nationally syndicated programs. She is also co-host of the weekly Awesome Etiquette podcast, where she helps listeners navigate contemporary life with consideration, respect, and honesty.
In this episode, Lizzie introduces Emily Post Wedding Stories, her joyful new podcast featuring real couples reflecting on the planning decisions, unexpected mishaps, heartfelt moments, and lessons that shaped their wedding days. She also offers a first look at the completely reimagined Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette, arriving in February 2027.
At the heart of the conversation is one beautifully simple piece of advice: “Do what will make you feel married.” Lizzie shares practical guidance for navigating wedding budgets, family expectations, guest lists, inclusivity, changing traditions, and the pressure to create a “perfect” day. Her wisdom is refreshingly grounded: avoid unnecessary debt, take breaks from planning, consider how the experience affects those around you, and never underestimate the importance of gratitude.
Whether you are planning a wedding, helping someone you love prepare for theirs, or simply fascinated by how our traditions continue to evolve, this episode is a thoughtful reminder that etiquette is not about rigid rules. It is about how we make one another feel.
Listen for modern wedding-planning advice, timeless Emily Post wisdom, and a celebration of weddings filled with meaning rather than perfection.
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