Today on The You and Me Podcast we chat with Hannah Chody - NYC resident and VP in the family business as she delves into the twists and turns of getting married abroad! After being pre-warned on the plane flight over that this was NOT the time that they'd get engaged, Hannah was completely surprised by her husband-to-be but also her family (who were in on the elaborate secret proposal) on a family vacation to Mexico. While preparing for the annual family Christmas card photoshoot, Chad proposed to Hannah under the Mexican sun and they were luckily able to celebrate with her family long into evening as the sun went down! With family and friends from all over the United States - they decided that Lake Como in Italy would be the place that they would get married. Holidaying there each year - they had intimate knowledge of the local area yet worked alongside planner Rachel Birthistle to bring together the best suppliers that brought an intimate yet bold aesthetic to their day and a dance floor that lasted well into the evening! Individually hand painted plates for guests, snake motifs throughout their creative and a nod to her mum in her afterparty frock - Chad and Hannah treated those most special to them to a three day affair that imprinted the fondest of memories on all those who attended. Follow along with Hannah on @hannahcody and @apertitivoclub on TikTok at @hannahchody To see more of our couples, their wedding days, the incredible vendors we interview and a meme or two to pass the time, please visit @theyouandmepodcast For a real life glimpse into the wedding world, follow international wedding planner and stylist Laura over at @wanderlust_creative For the best of bridal inspiration and a directory full of hand picked vendors to guide your way, follow Andie at @thebridaljourney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.