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Weddings can be a lot, and planning one takes a huge amount of mental tenacity and organization. When Hannah Roze was getting married in 2021 she felt completely overwhelmed by the process, drowning in information and tasks that inevitably ended up in a tangled mess of spreadsheets, emails, apps and notes. Hannah wanted to make the process better for couples so she created, Plannerd, an AI-supported wedding planning platform. In Hannah's eyes, AI and wedding planning are a perfect pairing; technology is a tool intended to help, never replace human touch. That will always be essential because weddings are emotional, authentic events with real people and real feelings at the core. On this show, Hannah shares how Plannerd is personal empowerment and joy to modern wedding planning.

What is a wedding concierge? They are that magical person, or team of people, who make sure everything is *just right* on your wedding day so you don't have to stress. Tanis Emmett is the owner of TEWS a Toronto-based, full-service wedding concierge service. Tanis started her career in the bridal fashion business as a tailoring expert. She has grown TEWS into a full-service wedding concierge service supporting her clients along every step of their bridal style journey. "I love to see the bride from the beginning to the end of their wedding fashion experience," Tannis shares. She is already booking clients well into 2027 as the buzz surrounding wedding concierges as an essential wedding vendor has amplified in the past few years. On this show Tanis shares how she and her team create a seamless experience for their clients looking after everything from dress alterations pre-event to day-of services—they can solve any fashion emergency!

When it comes to engagement rings in 2026, size most definitely matters. On this show, host Alison chats with Canadian jewellery designer and business owner Mariam R. about her business Edit + Icon and what's trending not just in engagement bling, but everyday baubles too. "We are in the elongated stone era," Mariam shares. "And when it comes to elongated stones ration is the most important thing." Mariam has a passion for refashioning heirloom pieces into modern treasures and for helping clients to style their perfect jewellery look. This pod is a sparkling chat about all of our favourite glittery things because as Mariam says, who doesn't love big sparkle!

On this week's show Alison chats with event planner Jodie Garneau, principal at Thistle & Thorne, who shares one of the biggest trends happening in weddings this year (and into 2027) are celebrations that are unplugged, immersive, full of analogue details and a peaceful, joy-filled energy. "Sensory friendly weddings are something we are very focused on," Jodie shares. That means creating environments for couples and guests that are comfortable and offer a place to take a quiet moment away from the party should sensory overload hit. Jodie also shares her thoughts on what makes for a superior guest experience, ideas to make your wedding more inclusive, and why good flow is the magic detail that makes for an unforgettable party.

It's the biggest celebrity wedding of the year, and perhaps ever, but what really happened at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's celebration on July 3 at MSG? On this show, Alison is joined by returning guest and friend of the show Adele Van Baren for a pop culture focused chat all about the T&T wedding and the effect it will have on nuptials to come forever more. Alison and Adele dive into the Dior dress, the venue choice, that monogram, and the bride's bangs. We also wonder if in fact that was *really* the couple's official wedding or just a massive, celebrity studded afterparty. We're still waiting for photo drop, but we have lots of thoughts on what we think we'll see.

We're back for new summer episodes of Aisle Seat and on this week's show host Alison chats with bridal designer (and bride-to-be) Ella May, founder of Ella May London. After honing her skills at CHANEL, Ella launched her eponymous luxury bridal brand four years ago working closely with brides fusing her ethereal signature style to create beautiful bespoke designs for their wedding day from her London Notting Hill studio. On this episode Ella chats with Alison about her bespoke wedding design process and why it truly is the ultimate wedding style choice today for brides looking for something truly authentic and representative of who they are. Ella also talks about her Starlight collection, the special connection she has with her grandmother who's also a dressmaker and still creates all Ella May London veils. She also shares a little insight into her own wedding planning and the dream dress she's designed for herself and what a deeply personal process that has been.

Pinterest has just dropped its hot list of what's trending in weddings and today couples are not just ditching tradition, they are rewriting the narrative of what a wedding looks like. On this show, Alison welcomes back Pinterest's trend forecast expert Sydney Stanback who dives into what nearlyweds are pinning and searching for on the platform. Last year there were over seven billion wedding-related searches on the Pinterest and more than 16.7 billion ideas were saved globally. From one-of-a-kind venues that are anything but expected, to quirky cakes and earthen inspired décor palettes, the trends revealed in the 2026 Pinterest Wedding Report are fun, fabulous, and fresh. Weddings have entered a season of change thanks to Gen Z and unconventional celebrations that shelve tradition and embrace individuality at every touchpoint are what couples want.

Vancouver's Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel is a rare gem of a property that sets a beautiful stage for romance. The multi-award-winning hotel is all about modern luxury and is one of the best spots in the city to say 'I do' offering a host of incredible event spaces (with sweeping views of Coal Harbour and the North Shore Mountains) to host events both intimate and grand in scope. On this show Alison chats with Merina Chandra, director of weddings and special events at Fairmont Pacific Rim about the property and what makes it such a dream destination for weddings of all sizes (up to 400 guests!) and styles.  "No two weddings are a like at this property," Merina shares. "Couples today are really looking for connection and personalization and this is one of my favourite things about my job." Merina and Alison chat about what celebrations at Fairmont Pacific Rim look like in 2026, why great food and drink is non-negotiable and some savvy insider tips on how to smartly spend your wedding budget.

We love a deep dive convo with a global trend authority, so this week's chat with Etsy's Dayna Isom Johnson—a returning guest of Aisle Seat—is a particular treat. Dayna always has her finger on the pulse of what's cool, and on this show she takes us through the just dropped Etsy Spring + Summer Trend Report and how it speaks to what's happening in weddings. "Couples are really leaning into what they love and having everything at one of the most special days of their lives being a representation of their own style," Dayna says. Wedding inspiration is coming from multiple time periods. Two of her favourite, wedding-centric trends from the report are "Gothic Romance" and the "Botanical Bride." On this episode, Alison and Dayna catch up and talk all about love, modern weddings, the vintage moments couples are embracing for their celebrations, the rise of the analogue culture, and why social media should never ever be the driver or a decision-maker for your wedding day.

Wolfville Wedding Chapel is a first in Atlantic Canada, offering couples a beautiful one-stop-shop experience to tie the knot in style. Owner Sarah Anderson opened the chapel in the charming downtown area of Wolfville, Nova Scotia, in 2021. Since then, more than 420 couples who have dropped in to say 'I do' from across Canada, as well a few international destinations. "I am really big on keeping things small and beautiful at the chapel, but no less celebratory than a larger wedding," Sarah shares on the show. "I am a big believer that small doesn't have to mean lesser than." On this show, host Alison and Sarah chat about what getting married at Wolfville Wedding Chapel looks like, why couples today are choosing to lean into intimate celebrations, and why a fabulous wedding brimming with beautiful details and heart doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag.

When you envision a postcard picture-perfect paradise made for romance, St. Kitts ticks all the boxes. This Caribbean island is a cinematic destination that's full of natural wonders—sand, sea, rainforest, and verdant mountains—and it's one of the places people are buzzing to explore in 2026. On this show, Alison chats with Kelly Fontenelle, CEO of St. Kitts Tourism Authority about what's new on the island, her favourite spots for a dreamy destination wedding, and why St. Kitts is a stunning oasis of calm that's perfect for couples to unplug and reconnect. We also chat about the new bluboho X St. Kitts collab called 'safe travels, wild heart' which is a three-part jewellery collection. The latest drop includes a lineup of eight sparkling, one-of-a-kind engagement rings that perfectly encapsulate the island's magical vibe.   This episode of Aisle Seat podcast is brought to you by St. Kitts Tourism Authority. St. Kitts is an uncrowded yet vibrant destination, ideal for those who want to go off the radar and value unique experiences over traditional getaways. Layers of undulating mountains, beaches with sand that ranges from champagne to midnight black, and one of the few rainforests in the world that is still expanding, St. Kitts is a place you and your loved one can truly disconnect from modern life and connect deeply with each other. Vibrant experiences include visiting a coffee farm in the mountains, hiking through the rainforest with one of the island's medicine men, and swimming coral gardens among vibrant and varied sea life. In St. Kitts, you will not only fall in love with the island, but the people who will make your visit even more unforgettable. St. Kitts is the offbeat choice for a destination wedding, honeymoon, or discreet getaway from every day. This boutique destination is waiting for you to explore at visitstkitts.com. Log on to learn more and start planning your romantic escape.

Canadian fine jewellery brand bluboho has made ethically sourced sapphires a hallmark of their engagement ring designs, many of which are one-of-a-kind. On this show Alison chats with bluboho founder Maggie Aurocco about the brand she founded 16 years ago and why creating modern heirloom pieces has always been a top priority. "From day one the focus of bluboho has always been on stunning design that are not just beautiful but heirloom quality," Maggie says. On this show Maggie shares what inspires her and her creative team, why the Montana sapphires used in bluboho's engagement ring designs are so magical, she takes us on a journey to St. Kitts which is the inspiration for a three-part collaboration of highly collectible pieces. The bluboho X St. Kitts 'safe travels, wild heart' collection includes eight bespoke engagement rings, plus a stunning lineup of charms inspired by the Caribbean island—there will be a third chapter launching in the autumn of 2026. This episode of Aisle Seat podcast is brought to you by St. Kitts Tourism Authority. St. Kitts is an uncrowded yet vibrant destination, ideal for those who want to go off the radar and value unique experiences over traditional getaways. Layers of undulating mountains, beaches with sand that ranges from champagne to midnight black, and one of the few rainforests in the world that is still expanding, St. Kitts is a place you and your loved one can truly disconnect from modern life and connect deeply with each other. Vibrant experiences include visiting a coffee farm in the mountains, hiking through the rainforest with one of the island's medicine men, and swimming coral gardens among vibrant and varied sea life. In St. Kitts, you will not only fall in love with the island, but the people who will make your visit even more unforgettable. St. Kitts is the offbeat choice for a destination wedding, honeymoon, or discreet getaway from every day. This boutique destination is waiting for you to explore at visitstkitts.com. Log on to learn more and start planning your romantic escape.

Wedding magazines are a particular love for us here at Aisle Seat—host Alison McGill was the Editor-in-Chief of celebrated Canadian-based publication Weddingbells for many years. On this show, we get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a beautiful new wedding-focused title, G&G Weddings, produced by the creative minds behind the award-winning publication Garden & Gun Magazine. Executive Editor Amanda Heckert chats with Alison about the inspiration behind G&G Weddings, an idea which had been percolating with the magazine's editorial team for some time and was born as a result of the popularity of the G&G's online wedding content. Amanda and Alison chat about the joy wedding media brings to readers, the process of having a real wedding covered by the publication, what's trending in weddings for the year ahead and when you can expect the next drop of G&G Weddings—the inaugural issue was such huge hit the editors are already working on a second one.

As this year draws to a close, we're looking ahead to what to expect for 2026 in the world of weddings and this chat with Canadian-based luxury event planner Alexandria Damouni from OMG Events will get you inspired about the ins and outs of stylish celebrations. For Damouni and her clients, it's not about what's cool for colour palette choices or viral florals, it's about being intentional in your day. "Experience is trending, and emotion is trending," Damouni shares with host Alison. On this episode we'll talk about the evolution of the wedding guest experience, why weddings need to reclaim their emotional impact and resonance and how couples are redefining what luxury means for their big day.

The most important part of a wedding day is a detail that's often not given proper love: the vows. These are powerful words and writing them (along with wedding speeches and a personalized ceremony) can feel overwhelming for many of us which is why hiring a pro to coach you through the process and help you craft the perfect wedding script is a very smart idea. Brian Franklin is founder of Los Angeles-based Vows & Speeches a business he launched four years ago, and his superpower is making you sound amazing. "Getting help with writing your vows doesn't make it less personal, it's actually the opposite," Brian shares. On this show he chats with host Alison about what makes for the most meaningful wedding vows and why humour should be a key component of them. Brian also shares some wedding speech disaster stories, his process for working with clients and why rehearsing your wedding vows or speech to ensure a flawless delivery is the secret to public speaking success.