Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast

Welcome back to Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast! This week, we're joined by Anshika from Eternity, discussing wedding trends that are on the rise as well as those more controversial topics! Whether you're a member of the wedding party, or the bride-to-be, we're here to help. Guides for Brides has been an industry leader for over 25 years, bringing the best venues and suppliers,...

Welcome back to Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast! This week, we're welcoming back Peter Aldridge and Jenny Cassidy from wed2b with a special bonus episode, discussing one of the most fun yet challenging parts of wedding planning: bridesmaid dress shopping. Whether you're a member of the wedding party, or the bride-to-be, wed2b are here to help you navigate this journey and make sure...

Learn everything you need to know about prenuptial (and postnuptial) agreements in this weeks episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast 🎙️ Today, we're joined by Poppy Holmes from Penningtons Manches Cooper, leading UK law firm, answering the question: Do I Need A Prenup? Whether you've just gotten engaged or you've already tied the knot, don't dismiss the wedding legaliti...

We're back with the first episode of Season 5! In this episode, we're joined by Peter and Jenny from wed2b, a bridal designer outlet with 40 bridal boutique stores in the UK. Today, we're talking about the best tips and advice for brides wanting to be budget savvy. From how wed2b began, to prioritising your needs as a bride when wedding planning, our first episode of the season is a mu...

Discover how you can make a positive impact by incorporating a charity into your special day. Together with our charity partners at VOW for Girls, we give you practical tips and ideas to feature your chosen charity within your wedding day, gift list or the related events on the build up to the big day. For over 25 years, Guides for Brides has been a leader in the wedding industry. We bring togethe...

This week, Nikita is joined by Elizabeth Ruddick, the owner of 29 Atelier, a renowned British luxury bridal wear brand dedicated to catering to the eco-conscious bride. Together, they delve into the realm of ethical bridalwear decisions, shedding light on numerous approaches to embrace sustainability. From opting for eco-conscious labels to selecting dresses made from sustainable materials, they e...

Join us as we dive into the art of delivering a captivating wedding speech, featuring our special guest, Heidi Ellert-McDermott from Speechy. Hosted by Nikita, this episode covers everything you need to know, from structuring your speech to captivating the entire room with your love story. Speechy, a renowned platform, brings together a team of talented writers with impressive backgrounds in TV sh...

In this week's episode Nikita is joined by Karen from Kemp & Kemp Catering, an Award Winning catering company. Having heaps of experience in the industry, Karen has a passion for all things food. And she’s here to help answer some of your wedding related questions. From organisation ahead of the big day, to incorporating your memories in dishes, this episode covers it all. Guides for Bride...

Join us for a new episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast as host Nikita sits down with Tracey Mann the founder and owner Tracey Mann Cake Designs. Tracey has many years of experience having loved baking from the age of 12 she has gone on to make wedding cakes for couples in her local area. The second wedding cake she ever made was her own! With a great reputation and cake expertise Tra...

Join us this week for a new episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast with the wonderful Kirsty Grieve and Rebecca Preistley from Flowers by Kirsty! With a stellar reputation and 10 years of industry experience the pair discuss everything you need to know about wedding flowers with host of the podcast Nikita. Having an experience florist create the beautiful flower arrangements for your b...

Join Nikita in this episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast, as she sits down with the very dapper and knowledgeable Alex Edwards, founder of The Cotswold Tailor. With a reputation for impeccable tailoring and a keen eye for style, Alex has helped countless grooms and wedding party members look their very best on the big day. During their chat, Alex shares his expert insights on the lat...

Would you like to run a wedding dress shop? In this episode of the podcast, Nikita has joined Ellie Sanderson at her bridal shop in Kiddington to discuss Ellie’s new bridal shop franchise. They discuss how Ellie got started in the industry and how you can too, the advantages to being part of a well established brand and how you can join the franchise. Guides for Brides has been an industry leader...

In today’s episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast, Nikita is joined by James and Tom from THAT Event Company. They are talking about how lighting can help personalise your wedding venue and really impress your guests. Guides for Brides has been an industry leader for over 25 years. Bringing together the best venues and suppliers, in one easy-to-find place. Use our free online planning...

Happy Mother’s day! 🌸 In this episode, Nikita is joined by Lee and Lucy from Canvas Collection. A shop that specialises in beautiful and flattering mother of the bride and groom outfits. They talk about how you can help your mother figure feel comfortable and confident whilst trying on dresses, as well as some of the traditional etiquette surrounding mother of the bride outfits. Guides for Brides...

Wedding rings. Engagement rings. Where do you start? Gold wedding rings, silver wedding rings, natural diamonds, lab grown diamonds, mens engagement rings, there are so many different things to think about when it comes to the jewellery you wear on your wedding day. So, in this week's episode of Guides for Brides, The Wedding Podcast, we visited David Rodger Sharp Jewellers, to discuss all thi...

At the start of January, we were invited to Dubai to take part in the Global Wedding Excellence Retreat. At this event, top wedding planners and platforms from lots of different countries came together to network, advise each other, discuss current trends and learn about the wedding offering in Dubai. Whilst out there, Nikita had the chance to talk to some globally recognised UK destination weddin...

Have you experienced any wedding dress wobbles? 👰 In this episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast, Nikita is joined by Rebecca from TDR Bridal. They discuss tips for how to overcome and handle any anxiety you may be feeling about your wedding dress. From trying it on again to talking it through with your bridal boutique, they have some amazing tips for you. They also discuss the proces...

Today on The Wedding Podcast, Nikita is joined by Jacob from the Henley Distillery. Having worked in distilleries across the UK and having owned his own pop up bar service, Jacob has all the tips and tricks for planning your wedding day drinks. Guides for Brides has been an industry leader for over 25 years. Bringing together the best venues and suppliers, in one easy-to-find place. Use our free o...

In this week's episode Nikita is joined by Nicola from Skin Geek, an Award Winning skin care expert. Having over 20 years experience in the industry, Nicola has a passion for all things skincare. And she’s here to help answer some of your wedding related questions. From spots on the big day, to aesthetic treatments and skin care routines before your wedding, this episode covers it all. Guides for...

We’re back with the first episode of Season 4! In this episode we’re talking with our very own host, Nikita, about all the things she wished she’d known before starting to plan her wedding. From establishing your budget to dealing with venue frustrations, Nikita has gone through it all and is here to help you navigate these dilemmas too. Guides for Brides has been an industry leader for over 25 ye...

Episode 1 removed due to technical issues. We will re upload after fixing this on 9th January 2023! We're back for Season 4 of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast! If you're planning your wedding, you're in the right place! Having gotten engaged over the summer, Nikita knows all the ups and downs of wedding planning. Join as she talks to expert guests, here to help guide you through the proces...

In today's episode we’re talking about something fun, wedding confetti! And what better guests to discuss confetti with than Ashley and Alannah from Shropshire Petals? Shropshire Petals produce confetti from real flower petals, so they are completely natural and biodegradable, something which is required by many wedding venues these days. Ashley and Alannah talk through everything from the traditi...

Today, we are talking all about sustainability and your wedding day. 🍃 Often, it is the last thing on your mind when planning the day of their dreams, but weddings can be carbon intensive and create lots of waste. Simply being aware of that helps you to consider the environment and sustainability when planning your wedding day, thus making your big day more eco-friendly or sustainable. So, for th...

In this episode, Nikita is talking to the fabulous Tim and Lizzie from Boujee Music. As a wedding music agency, they know everything about planning, choosing and the logistics of live wedding music on a wedding day. They talk all about the Dos and Don’ts of having live music for your big day. From when to have the music throughout the day, to what style of music is right for you and the atmosphere...

Navigating family expectations during wedding planning can be tricky, but can become slightly more difficult when you and your partner come from different cultures or religious backgrounds. So, this week's episode of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast is here to help. Nikita is joined by Nina Beer from Occasion Queens and LaToya Patel from the Asian Wedding Club. Both of whom have had fusion...