Spencer Conley and Jess Edwards, two familiar faces from the reality dating franchise “Bachelor in Paradise,” have officially announced their engagement plans following their appearance on the show’s tenth season finale, which was filmed in Costa Rica and aired in September 2025. The couple recently provided an update on their wedding preparations during a joint interview on the podcast “Bachelor Happy Hour: Golden Hour.”
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In their candid discussion, Conley and Edwards addressed a key concern in their wedding planning journey. Conley expressed a particular worry about assembling an adequate number of bridesmaids to match the groomsmen he intends to have. While he plans to have three or four friends alongside his three brothers in the wedding party, Edwards faces a unique challenge as she has no siblings, meaning she will rely solely on her friends and cousins for her bridesmaids. Notably, she mentioned that fellow Bachelor alum Lea Cayanan is certain to hold a place in her bridal entourage.
A more unconventional aspect of their wedding ceremony includes a reversal of traditional positions. Unlike the customary setup, Edwards plans to stand on the right while Conley will be to her left. This switch is a strategic decision aimed at ensuring the best photographic angles, with Edwards quipping that her left side is her “good side”. She is determined not to be dissatisfied with her wedding pictures, stating, “I am not going to settle for hating every single one of my wedding pictures because my right side is the one that shows up.”
The couple is considering a picturesque location for their nuptials, aiming for a site near Tennessee to accommodate Edwards’ grandmother, who is unable to fly but can manage a longer drive. Edwards, who hails from upper East Tennessee, believes that the scenic mountain backdrop would make for a stunning setting. “I just think it would be so pretty,” she remarked, though the couple remains open to other locations.
Since becoming engaged, Conley and Edwards have taken significant steps in their relationship by moving in together. Earlier in January, the couple, along with their two dogs, settled into a spacious townhouse in Dallas. The pets will likely play a role in their upcoming wedding, with Conley light-heartedly acknowledging that his profession in the pet business necessitates their involvement. “That’s bad for business if we don’t have pets at the wedding,” he joked.
Despite making plans, the couple is not rushing into organising the details of their wedding. Edwards expressed their relaxed approach to wedding planning in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE last September. “We’ve talked about it,” she said, highlighting their preference for avoiding firm timelines. “So I think right now we’re looking at, let’s see where we are this time next year and go from there.” This suggests a thoughtful and measured approach to marrying alongside their busy lives and commitments.
Conley’s worries about the wedding party and Edwards’ strategy to ensure her “good side” is captured in photographs illustrate the blend of traditional and modern elements that many couples navigate today. Their willingness to discuss both logistics and preferences openly reflects the evolving nature of weddings in contemporary society, especially among those who have gained recognition through reality television.
As they look forward to finally tying the knot, it is evident that Spencer Conley and Jess Edwards are not only focusing on the aesthetic details of their big day but are also deeply invested in creating a memorable experience for their family and friends, alongside their beloved pets. Fans of “Bachelor in Paradise” are likely to be eager to see how their journey unfolds, both in terms of the wedding plans and their life together as a married couple.