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When it comes to wedding day dressing, accessories are essential and the luxe little details that make a look extraordinary. On this episode host Alison McGill chats with Antonia Akai-Casuccio owner of The Loved One, who creates some of the most exquisite bridal accessories imaginable, for her take on what's trending now, what inspires her designs, the rise in popularity of the veil, and her picks...

James Pearse Connelly and Wallie Wachter had the most perfect winter wedding at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Wallie is an LA-based production executive for Netflix, and James is an Emmy-award winning production designer and principal at JPConnelly, acclaimed for his work on The Voice ,  The Kelly Clarkson Show  and  The Masked Singer . Their wedding event was truly a showcase of James' incred...

On this episode, host Alison McGill is joined by Jordan Stewart, designer and founder of the luxury evening wear label  RVNG Couture, a favourite of celebrities including Paris Hilton and Avril Lavigne. The heart of her design philosophy is creating fashion that is glamorous, statement-making, and empowering. On this show Jordan takes us inside her fashion world and we have a very spirited discuss...

Samantha Clarke is an award-winning wedding photographer who divides her time between Toronto, Atlanta and the world. She was recently named one of  Brides  Best Photographers and her wedding photography best described as being impactful, emotional and breathtaking. She's also a powerhouse female entrepreneur having recently launched a mentoring program to share her successes with the next generat...

This week we are chatting all things beauty with the Britt Gray, makeup artist and owner of Fancy Face. Britt is incredibly passionate about the beauty business, and brides have been a focus of her business since day one over 15 years ago. Her work has been seen in  Vanity Fair , FASHION, Hello! Canada , and on the faces of some of the most influential women including Candace Bushnell and Jillian...

Edible art is a good way to describe the masterpieces that cake artist Alexandria Murray creates. The owner of Toronto's Finespun Cakes is famed for her otherworldly confections that are simply breathtaking. She is a sugar flower specialist and the blossoms and blooms she handcrafts for her cakes look extraordinarily lifelike like. On this episode Alexandria talks about her signature luxury design...

Ensuring your wedding is earth friendly should be a top consideration of your wedding planning. To learn more about the impact of weddings on the environment, host Alison McGill chats with Sarah Baillie, a population and sustainability organizer at the centre for Biological Diversity, an organization dedicated to the welfare of animals, plants and the planet based in Tuscson, Arizona. In the proce...

Though Los Angeles-based designer Katherine Tash is a relative newcomer in the world of bridal wear, she has made a huge impact with her modern, minimalist collections. She launched her brand in 2018 and introduced a fresh new vibe with her luxe designs which feature sculptural silhouettes and romantic fabrics. Katherine shares her creative vision with her gowns was to create wedding dresses that...

To kick off season two, host Alison McGill chats with Nicole-Natassha Goulding, creative director and lead planner of Chic By Nicole Wedding & Events. Loved for her romantic, timeless and refined styling, Nicole-Natassha brings her passion for fashion and interior décor into her design and execution of events. In 2022, she was named one of the world's top wedding planners by  Vogue , so you know s...

London-based fashion designer Rita Colson's sparkling personality is clearly reflected in her unique, breathtaking bridal wear designs which have whimsical feeling of nostalgia imbued with a modern aesthetic. Rita is a huge believer in sustainable fashion and its key part of her fashion brand—she loves to transform something old into something new, and something very beautiful. On this episode, Ri...

Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa is a gorgeous Relais & Chateaux resort located outside of Toronto which is a favourite romantic escape, and a stunning wedding location. It's also bucket list foodie destination thanks to Executive Chef Jason Bangerter. As an influential leader in the culinary industry, Chef Jason is an international star who works alongside some of the world's greatest chefs...

On this episode, female entrepreneur, and founder of Love By Lynzie takes us inside her colourful wedding world and her inspiring approach to event design. Lynzie is a market leader in the world of pop-up weddings, launching a second arm of her business, The Pop-Up Chapel Co. in 2017. The driving force behind the launch was to create celebrations that were more sustainable and inclusive. Lynzie ta...

Sisters Emily and Jessica love love. The founders and creators of the California-based company Hey Lady Shoes created their effortlessly stylish line of vintage-meets-modern inspired wedding shoes in 2009, and they have been worn by women of all ages from age 14-94! The Leungs' philosophy is to "Spread The Love," and in addition to their booming fashion biz, the women spun off into the match-makin...

On this week's show, host Alison McGill sits down with London-based floral designer Shane Connolly, renowned not only for his inspiring, organic, and original approach to his craft, but as a champion of sustainability. Shane's design work has taken him around the world, and he counts the Victoria & Albert Museum and The Royal Academy of Arts in London as two of his most valued clients. In 2011, Sh...

Laura deCarufel is the editor-in-chief of The Kit, a modern media brand which uses the power of digital, experiential, social and print to create engaging multi-platform content for Canadian women. In 2021, The Kit added weddings to their content mix working with Aisle Seat host Alison McGill as its wedding expert. On this show, Laura and Alison chat about their editorial content mix, why weddings...

A destination wedding is something many couples are planning ahead for, and on this week's episode, host Alison McGill chats all things beachy, beautiful, warm and breezy with Shermain Jeremy, special projects and events manager for the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority. Tune in to discover what makes an exotic tropical destination wedding so incredibly special, and what makes Shermain's home...

After 26 years with her partner David Flint Wood, designer, entrepreneur, and humanitarian India Hicks decided it was time to get married. With their five children playing a key role in their beautiful day, India and David married in September 2021 in Brightwell Baldwin Church in Oxfordshire, in the church where India was christened. On this episode, India shares her wedding story, all the beautif...

Host Alison McGill is joined this week by the two authors of The New Wedding Book—if you are planning a wedding, this book is a must-have. Michelle and Karen have penned a modern, honest, deep-dive into the world of wedding planning examining everything from money matters, to outdated wedding traditions. We're kicking 2022 off with a bang! This episode of Aisle Seat is brought to you by Antigua an...

On this show, host Alison McGill chats with the wildly talented London-based cake maker Christopher Murphy, owner of Tuck-Box Cakes. Christopher's cakes are incredible works of art and are a favourite of the fashion set—he has created custom confections for brands including Dior, Miu Miu and Jimmy Choo. His celebrity fans include songstress Cheryl Cole. Christopher says there's not a day that goes...

It's all about high fashion style on this episode of Aisle Seat as host Alison McGill chats with designer Rita Vinieris, the creative mind and talent behind the bridal and evening wear lines Rivini and Alyne. Fluid silhouettes, incredible fabrics and divine details are Rita's design hallmarks, and what have made her exquisite creations a favourite of brides. Listen as Rita takes us through her cre...

When your wedding plans have been cancelled three times, eloping seems a logical next step; running away to get married in Kenya is an absolute dream! On this show, host Alison McGill is joined by Aliya Jasmine, television host and environmental journalist, who did just that, and had the most magical wedding. Aliya relives her dream day in Africa, and all the intimate little details that made the...

On this episode of Aisle Seat, host Alison McGill catches up with Treasa Leigh Brown, owner of Leigh Event Group with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. Treasa is an incredibly successful businesswoman, renown not only for her incredible aesthetic, but for her professionalism, style, and grace. Listen as Treasa takes us inside a day in the life of a luxury event planner, and how she makes the mag...

On this episode of Aisle Seat, host Alison McGill is joined by Daniel Martin, makeup artist, and Tatcha global director of artistry and education. Daniel is one of the beauty industry's biggest talents, with a diverse clientele which includes Elisabeth Moss, Priyanka Chopra, Gemma Chan, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex. This show is a must-listen for beauty fans as Daniel spi...

On this episode of Aisle Seat, Alison McGill speaks with Erica Bianchini, Chief Creative Officer and Co-founder of sustainable Montreal-based jewelry brand, Ecksand. The Canadian fine jewelry brand is a favourite of some of the world's most famous women (hello, Oprah and Megan!) who love the innovative design of the pieces and Ecksand's commitment to reducing their footprint. Bianchini shares the...

New York-based designer, Jackson Wiederhoeft, brings a sense of fantasy and modern nostalgia to everything he creates. A Parsons graduate, Jackson won the award for "Women's Designer of the Year" in 2016 for his thesis collection. He counts Rihanna and Lady Gaga as fans who love his innovative designs. Jackson is one of the most interesting, creative, and exciting talents working in fashion today....