Wedding Mayhem: Wedding Tips, Supplier Advice, Real Stories & What No One Tells You

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by Holly from Blank Canvas Weddings and Lee Russell from LR Disco Entertainment to talk about the wedding day disasters couples never think will happen. From missing ice lollies and broken freezers to DJs letting people down, cakes not being served, weather chaos, late suppliers and family drama, this episode is packed with real stories from real...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by Holly from Blank Canvas Weddings and award-winning wedding photographer Hayley Cowlard to talk about what really makes wedding photography feel natural, personal and true to you. Hayley shares her journey from bridal consultant to photographer, why the relationship between a couple and their photographer matters so much, and how she helps brid...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by Lizzie from Bougie Music and Holly from Blank Canvas Weddings to talk about the pressure couples feel to create the “perfect” wedding — and why so many of the tiny details simply do not matter as much as people think. From endless Instagram inspiration to guests comparing weddings, they unpack how too much choice can lead to stress, overspendi...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon and Lee are joined by Scott and Olivia, the creative duo behind Burn the Script. They share how they transformed a traditional photography business into a bold, personality-led wedding photography, videography and content creation brand for couples who want to break away from convention. From alternative styling and unforgettable themed weddings to choosin...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon and Lizzie are joined by Catherine and Jamie from Lost Vegas Fun Casino Hire to talk all things wedding entertainment — and why a fun casino can be the perfect way to get guests mixing, laughing and making memories. From roulette and blackjack to personalised chips, drinks tokens and surprise casino reveals, they explain how casino tables bring families, f...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we dive into one of the most important but often last-minute parts of a wedding day: the music. Sharon is joined by Don McAllister and his daughter Nicola from The Wedding Player, an app Don originally built for Nicola’s own wedding after realising how stressful it can be to get ceremony music perfectly timed, faded, and played in the right order. From walking do...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by Holly from Blank Canvas Weddings and award-winning wedding photographer Hayley Cowlard to talk about what really makes wedding photography feel natural, personal and true to you. Hayley shares her journey from bridal consultant to photographer, why the relationship between a couple and their photographer matters so much, and how she helps brid...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by returning guest and co-host Roxy, alongside David from Married to My Camera, for a brilliant conversation all about wedding photography, storytelling, and why your photos become so much more important as the years go on. David shares how his love of photography started through his grandfather’s family albums, how he went on to exhibit work at...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we’re talking about something so many couples feel but don’t always say out loud: wedding anxiety, overwhelm, and wedding fatigue. From the pressure of walking down the aisle, making speeches, doing a first dance, pleasing guests, managing traditions, and feeling like everyone is watching, we unpack why wedding planning can suddenly become all-consuming. We also...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by Holly Greenwood from Blank Canvas Weddings and DJ Lee Russell to talk about the real impact of rising costs, delays, war, recession, and uncertainty on the wedding industry. From wedding dresses and suits to entertainment equipment, marquees, catering, travel, and venues, they unpack what is actually happening behind the scenes — and why coupl...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon & Kathryn Wilson are joined by Emily Jacob from The Social Diaries to unpack the fast-growing world of wedding content creation. They discuss what a wedding content creator actually does, why so many couples are now booking one alongside their photographer and videographer, and how the role helps capture the behind-the-scenes moments that often get mis...

in this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we’re joined by Roxy Hayde, a humanist celebrant, group facilitator and relationship coach, who brings a refreshingly honest look at what really happens after the wedding day. Alongside Kathryn Wilson, Roxy explains what a celebrant-led ceremony is all about, putting the couple at the centre, creating something personal, authentic and completely true to them, rat...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by wedding business expert Kelly Mortimer along with Chris Goodchild and Julie Twig from The Best Magic Mirrors for a lively conversation about what couples really need to know when booking wedding suppliers.  From Kelly’s experience working with luxury brands, celebrity clients and even royal events, to Chris and Julie’s insight into creating a...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Dom Brenton shares what makes his approach to wedding photography stand out in such a crowded industry. Known for his calm, discreet presence, Dom explains how he works quietly in the background to capture the real emotion of the day without ever overpowering it. Based in Romsey near Southampton, he talks about photographing romantic, elegant weddings for couples...

Last-Minute Weddings, Bridal Trials & Ceremony Secrets Revealed! In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by bridal makeup artist Jojo Hicks and celebrant Susan McGregor for a brilliant conversation packed with real wedding insight.  Jojo shares why makeup and hair trials are such an important part of the planning process, especially when brides are booking later than ever and makin...

ABOUT OUR GUEST Georgia Cartwright is a talented mobile bridal hairstylist who specialises in creating effortless, beautiful styles while bringing a calm and supportive presence to your wedding morning. What really happens on a wedding morning… when your hairstylist comes to you? In this episode of Wedding Mayhem , we’re joined by the lovely Georgia Cartwright, a mobile bridal hairstylist who trav...

In this episode, we’re joined by Liam Ball, also known as The Gentleman Magician and a Magical Wedding Host — a role many couples don’t even realise exists until the pressure of the day starts to build. We talk about how Liam combines hosting, crowd management, and live magic to help weddings feel calm, seamless, and genuinely enjoyable, taking all the separate parts of the day and making them flo...

In this episode, we sit down with Obi and Peju for a refreshingly real conversation about what actually holds a marriage together when the “new relationship glow” fades. From the very start, they share how their relationship was built on friendship first, the kind of foundation that keeps you connected through kids, careers, changing seasons, and everything life throws at you. They unpack the idea...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon sits down with celebrant Alison Hargrees for a candid, funny and surprisingly deep dive into modern weddings. From the debate around legalising celebrant-led ceremonies in the UK to what actually makes a ceremony unforgettable, they explore why more couples are choosing personalisation over tradition.  Alison shares how she became a humanist celebrant, wha...

In this episode, we lift the bonnet on one of the most overlooked parts of a wedding day: the cars and transport. From the “Uber effect” and too-good-to-be-true deals, to the red flags couples miss when booking, we break down what actually separates a reliable wedding car service from a disaster waiting to happen  and why seeing the car, asking the right questions, and having proper contingencies...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we’re diving headfirst into the kind of wedding chaos you genuinely couldn’t make up.  From a groom marrying his new partner on the exact same date he was meant to wed his ex, to a bridesmaid betrayal involving secret messages and naked photos, the drama is very real. We also unpack the all-too-common panic of “Am I doing the right thing?” and the harsh truth tha...

We’re joined by Tim & Lauren from Next Level Music & International Party Band  And this one is going to be LOUD… in the best way. Between them, they’ve worked with some of the biggest names in music — from Rick Astley (who actually sang at their wedding… swoon 😍) to John Legend — so when it comes to booking a band and filling a dance floor, they truly know what they’re talking about. They...

Wedding planning is exciting… but what no one really talks about is how quickly things can go wrong. In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we’re diving into the reality behind the engagement buzz, from panic booking suppliers and signing contracts too fast, to wedding fairs, red flags, and expectations that don’t always match real life. If you’ve recently got engaged (especially over Christmas 👀), t...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, we sit down with Amanda of Amanda’s Beautiful Ceremonies, whose journey into the wedding industry began in the most unexpected  and emotional way. After spending over three decades as a teacher, Amanda never imagined she’d be standing at the heart of wedding ceremonies. But one deeply personal loss, and one unforgettable funeral, planted the seed for a completely...

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Kelly pulls back the curtain on how weddings actually work behind the scenes and why so many couples end up frustrated, confused, or stressed when things don’t go exactly to plan. With over two decades in the wedding and hospitality industry, Kelly explains the reality of venues, coordinators, logistics, and those “mystery charges” that couples often don’t see co...