The Well-Designed Wedding with Beth Helmstetter

Guest List Dilemmas

Beth Helmstetter Episode 19

In this episode of The Well Designed Wedding, we’re diving into one of the most emotionally loaded parts of planning your celebration: the guest list. I’m walking you through how to determine your ideal guest count based on venue capacity and budget, and how to use that number as a clear guide for everything that follows. From setting boundaries around who gets a seat at the table to gracefully managing family input and expectations, this episode will help you create a list that reflects your values, not your obligations.

We’ll also talk through strategies for building A, B, and even C-lists with intention, including how to handle plus ones, kids, and workplace invites with consistency and care. I’m sharing how to manage last-minute changes, respond to pressure without guilt, and communicate your choices with kindness. If you're feeling overwhelmed by who to invite, or uninvite, this episode offers a grounded, thoughtful approach to one of the most personal parts of wedding planning.

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