The Aisle Diaries Podcast

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Welcome to The Aisle Diaries – the ultimate wedding podcast for modern brides, grooms, and couples planning their big day. Hosted by Joella and Sophie, The Aisle Diaries takes you behind the scenes of weddings, marriage, and everything in between. Each episode features honest, unfiltered conversations with wedding industry experts, from planners and photographers to stylists and suppliers, alongside hilarious and heartfelt listener stories from real brides and grooms. Packed with must-know wedding tips, planning advice, insider secrets, and expert recommendations, this podcast is your go-to guide for navigating engagements, wedding planning, and married life. Whether you’re choosing a venue, finalising your guest list, or surviving the chaos of wedding prep, Joella and Sophie have you covered, with plenty of laughs along the way. Perfect for engaged couples, future brides, grooms-to-be, and anyone obsessed with weddings, The Aisle Diaries is as informative as it is entertaining. So grab a glass of wine (or a cup of tea), get comfy, and join the girls as you plan, laugh, vent, and countdown to “I do.”

  1. 5d ago

    Your pre-wedding checklist, from a planner and a makeup artist | Ep 40

    Eat before you walk down the aisle. Sophie says nearly every bride she sees skips it, and you’ll regret it if you do.In this episode of The Aisle Diaries, Joella and Sophie run through the jobs to finish before your wedding so you can actually enjoy the day, in their last episode in the old studio.✅ Final guest numbers, RSVPs and dietary requirements, for your guests and your suppliers✅ Why every supplier should get one wedding day bible, not ten different timelines✅ Paying final balances without the panic, and why it’s fine to ask to pay early✅ What goes in a proper emergency kit, and why it’s not yours to carry around✅ Hand your photographer a flat lay box instead of setting it all out yourself✅ Break in your wedding shoes and pack a spare pair✅ Decide who’s in charge of the rings, cards and suppliers before the day✅ Start your vows months out, not the night beforeThis week’s Bridal Spiral: should you book your wedding makeup artist for your engagement shoot?💬 What’s the one job on your pre-wedding checklist you keep putting off?LISTENSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4E6rbXOqtGF8e2lWyFU3BTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-aisle-diaries-podcast/id1872101414YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaislediariespodcastFOLLOW THE AISLE DIARIESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaislediariespodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theaislediariespodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theaislediariespodcast/All links: https://linktr.ee/theaislediariespodcastJOELLA AMBER, Wedding Planner & Coordinator, Seraphina WeddingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seraphinaweddings_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seraphinaweddingsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seraphinaweddingss/Email: Admin@seraphinaweddings.co.ukSOPHIE BROWN, Bridal Makeup Artist, Sophie Brown MakeupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophie.brown.makeup/Bridal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sb.bridalmakeup/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophie.brown.makeupSend us your Bridal Spiral, dilemma or question: theaislediariespodcast@gmail.comProduced by Cheshire Podcast Studio: https://cheshirepodcaststudio.com

  2. 5d ago

    Joella’s speaking at the National Wedding Show | Ep 39

    Big news: we’re moving to a new studio, and Joella is speaking on stage at the National Wedding Show.In this episode of The Aisle Diaries, Joella and Sophie catch up on peak wedding season and finally share the news they’ve been hinting at for weeks.📣 We’re moving to a new studio, and the first episode filmed there lands on 19 October📣 A clearer structure for the show, with one guest a month📣 Joella is presenting wedding planning tips on stage at the National Wedding Show, Manchester Central, 24 and 25 October📣 We’re giving away two tickets to the show to one lucky couple, so keep an eye on our socials📣 Sophie’s weekend of weddings, including a bride whose family hyped her up all morning📣 Joella’s emails went down for 10 days in the middle of wedding season📣 Why suppliers are already rewriting next year’s prices and packages💬 Are you coming to the National Wedding Show? Tell us in the comments.LISTENSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4E6rbXOqtGF8e2lWyFU3BTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-aisle-diaries-podcast/id1872101414YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaislediariespodcastFOLLOW THE AISLE DIARIESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaislediariespodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theaislediariespodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theaislediariespodcast/All links: https://linktr.ee/theaislediariespodcastJOELLA AMBER, Wedding Planner & Coordinator, Seraphina WeddingsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seraphinaweddings_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seraphinaweddingsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seraphinaweddingss/Email: Admin@seraphinaweddings.co.ukSOPHIE BROWN, Bridal Makeup Artist, Sophie Brown MakeupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophie.brown.makeup/Bridal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sb.bridalmakeup/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophie.brown.makeupSend us your Bridal Spiral, dilemma or question: theaislediariespodcast@gmail.comProduced by Cheshire Podcast Studio: https://cheshirepodcaststudio.com

  3. Oct 5

    You asked we answered! All your wedding Q&A's

    Welcome back to The Aisle Diaries Podcast, this week, we're doing something a little different: a proper wedding planning Q&A! We've gone through your questions and picked out some of the things couples are actually worrying about in the run-up to their wedding, from timelines and RSVPs to seating plans, speeches, budgets, suppliers and everything in between. Wondering how far in advance your wedding timeline should be planned? What do you do when guests haven't RSVP'd? How late is too late to change your table plan? How many speeches is too many? And what happens when you're suddenly a few months out and realise you're over budget? We've got you covered. We also chat about difficult family dynamics, writing your vows without making them feel too cheesy, how much time you actually need for hair and makeup on the morning of your wedding, how long you should disappear with your photographer for couple photos, and perhaps most importantly, how to actually spend time with your partner on your wedding day. Plus, we get into those final-month wedding panics: forgotten payments, last-minute purchases, packing, emergency kits, supplier questions and knowing when you've simply done ENOUGH. So if you're planning your wedding and have a million little questions swimming around your head, this one is for you. Grab a cuppa, get comfortable and let's get into your wedding questions! FIND THE AISLE DIARIES Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts Joella — @seraphinaweddings_ Sophie — @sb.bridalmakeup Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    You asked we answered! All your wedding Q&A's

  4. Sep 28

    The ultimate wedding ick list

    Welcome back to The Aisle Diaries Podcast. This week, Joella and Sophie are getting controversial… From beige weddings and matching bridesmaid dresses to wedding favours, cash bars, unplugged ceremonies, choreographed first dances and those giant neon signs, Joella and Sophie are putting their honest opinions on some of the biggest wedding trends, habits and guest behaviours to the test. And yes… there are definitely a few disagreements along the way. They chat about whether guests should be allowed to wear jeans, posting on social media before the couple, professional-style guest photography, fake candid photos, wedding content creators, Instagrammable wedding moments, matching Hen-do outfits, asking bridesmaids to pay for everything and whether calling yourself a “bridezilla” is actually fair. Plus, they get into something a little more serious: the pressure wedding suppliers put on themselves, setting boundaries with couples, protecting your personal time and why having a better work-life balance matters, especially during the busiest months of wedding season. And then there’s this week’s Bridal Spiral, which comes from a destination wedding planner who finds herself in a VERY awkward situation after discovering that a couple who told her they were leaving had actually stayed to meet another wedding planner… at the exact same venue. And remember, there’s no right answer, this is just two wedding suppliers giving their very honest opinions! 💌 Got your own Bridal Spiral? Send it to us, anonymously if you want, because we LOVE a voice note. Find The Aisle Diaries Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow the girls: Sophie — @sophie.brown.makeup / @sb.bridalmakeup Joella — @seraphinaweddings_ Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    The ultimate wedding ick list

  5. Sep 21

    Behind the dance floor ft. Saxophonique

    This week, Joella and Sophie are joined by Cat from Saxophonique for a very honest, very funny chat about the world of wedding entertainment. Cat has been playing saxophone for around 10 years, performing at weddings, parties, hen dos, engagements, anniversaries and pretty much any event where people want to have a good time. She also combines her sax performances with DJing, so she knows exactly what it takes to keep a wedding dance floor moving. But being a wedding musician is about so much more than turning up, playing a few songs and looking fabulous in sparkles. Cat chats about the amount of preparation that goes into learning special requests, practising songs, checking equipment, carrying spare cables and making sure everything is ready before she even arrives at the venue. She also opens up about: 🎷 How she got started playing saxophone 🎷 Why she decided to go out on her own 🎷 What makes a great wedding musician 🎷 The difference between being a talented musician and being a brilliant wedding supplier 🎷 Why reading the room and bringing the right energy matters 🎷 The reality of performing in front of a room full of people 🎷 Why guests should absolutely not grab a saxophone out of someone’s mouth 🎷 What happens when drunk guests get a little too involved 🎷 The joys and challenges of combining live sax with DJing 🎷 First dance songs, wedding playlists and unusual music requests 🎷 Why the couple’s personality should come through in their entertainment choices 🎷 How to get people back onto an empty dance floor 🎷 What makes a wedding musician worth paying for 🎷 How far in advance couples should book their entertainment 🎷 Why reviews are about quality, not just quantity 🎷 The importance of finding a supplier who fits your vibe There are also some absolutely wild wedding stories, including a groom who could barely stand up for his first dance, broken glass, injured musicians, very drunk guests and one particularly chaotic wedding where a last-minute conga line turned into a full-blown disaster. And then Cat brings us one of the most stressful Bridal Spirals yet… A wedding where she was booked through a band, given barely any information, asked to perform an unexpected conga line, blamed for a bride’s missing entrance and then hit with a refund request afterwards. Honestly, you couldn’t write it. This episode is full of laughs, behind-the-scenes wedding industry stories and some genuinely useful advice for couples booking live music, sax, DJs or entertainment for their big day. Follow Cat at @saxophonique_  Follow The Aisle Diaries for more honest wedding advice, supplier stories, wedding planning chats and Bridal Spirals. Joella — @seraphinaweddings_ Sophie — @sophie.brown.makeup / @sp.bridalmakeup Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    Behind the dance floor ft. Saxophonique

  6. Sep 14

    I've just realised I don't want anyone getting ready with me... your wedding morning debrief!

    Welcome back to The Aisle Diaries Podcast, your weekly wedding planning catch-up that feels more like a proper chat over tea than a to-do list you didn’t ask for. This week, Joella and Sophie are talking about the morning of your wedding, what actually happens, what you need to organise beforehand, and how to make sure those precious few hours feel exciting rather than completely chaotic. From what you should have sorted weeks before the wedding, to steaming dresses, organising your wedding morning boxes, planning hair and makeup timings, making sure your suppliers can actually find you, and getting everyone into the right chair at the right time… they cover it all. They also get into the things couples often forget about, including: ✨ Why you should be finished with the DIY jobs well before wedding week ✨ How to organise your wedding details into labelled boxes ✨ Why your hair and makeup schedule needs a bit of breathing room ✨ Who should actually be awake in the morning ✨ Why bridesmaids need to take responsibility rather than bombarding the bride with questions ✨ What NOT to do the night before your wedding ✨ Why you really should eat on your wedding morning ✨ What to put in your emergency kit ✨ How to prepare your flat lay details for your photographer ✨ Why you shouldn't be steaming your dress five minutes before you put it on ✨ Making time for TikToks, photos and content if you want them ✨ And why taking five quiet minutes to yourself before walking down the aisle might be one of the best things you do all day Plus, they share some real wedding morning disasters and supplier experiences, including getting-ready locations that are impossible to find, suppliers struggling to get access, and one very frustrating moment where a bride's planned first look was missed. So if you're getting married soon, save this episode for your final few weeks of planning. And if you've already had your wedding day, see how many of these things you actually did! Because your wedding morning doesn't have to be chaos. A little preparation can make a massive difference. Follow The Aisle Diaries on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube, and send your wedding dilemmas and topic ideas their way. Email - theaislediaries@gmail.com Joella — @seraphinaweddings_ Sophie — @sophie.brown.makeup / @sb.bridalmakeup Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    I've just realised I don't want anyone getting ready with me... your wedding morning debrief!

  7. Sep 7

    Life behind the scenes as a wedding supplier

    Welcome back to The Aisle Diaries Podcast. Your weekly wedding planning catch-up that feels more like a deep chat over tea than a to-do list you didn’t ask for. This week, Sophie and Joella are doing something a little different: just a proper catch-up. From Joella’s very eventful hen weekend, complete with Mr & Mrs, a naked man painting, bottomless brunch, Dream Boys and an AI hen-do game, to Sophie’s 30th birthday, their very busy wedding season and everything happening behind the scenes, this episode is basically like sitting down with the girls for a good old gossip. But, as always with The Aisle Diaries, the conversation gets real. Sophie opens up about losing her grandad, the pressure of carrying on working when life feels anything but normal, and something she hasn’t spoken publicly about before, her and Ethan’s journey trying for a baby. The girls talk honestly about grief, fertility, the pressure women face around having children, and why asking someone “when are you having kids?” can be far more loaded than you realise. It’s vulnerable, emotional and very real, but still filled with the laughs, chaos and honest conversations you know and love. And, because no episode of The Aisle Diaries would be complete without one, they finish with another Bridal Spiral: should you have to invite your fiancé’s friends’ partners to your wedding when you’ve never even met them? So grab a brew, settle in and join Sophie and Joella for a very honest catch-up. Follow the girls: Joellas Instagram: @seraphinaweddings_ Sophies Instagram: @sophie.brown.makeup / @sb.bridalmakeup Email us on theaislediariespodcast@gmail.com Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    Life behind the scenes as a wedding supplier

  8. Aug 31

    Your wedding-day timeline can be whatever you want it to be!

    Welcome back to The Aisle Diaries Podcast. Your weekly wedding planning catch-up that feels more like a deep chat over tea than a to-do list you didn’t ask for. In this episode, Joella and Sophie are throwing the traditional wedding timeline out the window and asking the question: who actually decided your wedding day had to happen in that order? From 2pm ceremonies and wedding breakfasts to speeches, first dances and cake cutting, they chat about the wedding traditions and timings you really don’t have to follow. Want a sunset ceremony? A late dinner? Pizza at 10pm? A legal ceremony with just your parents before having a bigger celebrant-led ceremony with all your guests? Apparently, you absolutely can. There’s also some very honest chat about speeches (including one best man who somehow managed to turn a 10-minute speech into a 30-minute situation), why suppliers need to be considered when planning your timings, and the benefits of letting your bridal party actually have a lie-in on the morning of your wedding. Plus, the girls answer a listener dilemma about a 4pm ceremony, fire through some wedding timeline quick-fire questions, and finish with one seriously outrageous proposal story involving a once-in-a-lifetime European holiday and possibly the worst proposal location imaginable. The takeaway? It’s your wedding. You can do whatever the f**k you want. So, if you’re planning your wedding and finding yourself wondering “but does it actually have to be done like that?” this episode is for you. Follow The Aisle Diaries: Instagram, TikTok & Facebook: @theaislediariespodcast Joella: Instagram: @seraphinaweddings_ TikTok & Facebook: @seraphinaweddings Sophie: Instagram, TikTok & Facebook: @sophie.brown.makeup / @sb.bridalmakeup Email: theaislediariespodcast@gmail.com Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

    Your wedding-day timeline can be whatever you want it to be!
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Welcome to The Aisle Diaries – the ultimate wedding podcast for modern brides, grooms, and couples planning their big day. Hosted by Joella and Sophie, The Aisle Diaries takes you behind the scenes of weddings, marriage, and everything in between. Each episode features honest, unfiltered conversations with wedding industry experts, from planners and photographers to stylists and suppliers, alongside hilarious and heartfelt listener stories from real brides and grooms. Packed with must-know wedding tips, planning advice, insider secrets, and expert recommendations, this podcast is your go-to guide for navigating engagements, wedding planning, and married life. Whether you’re choosing a venue, finalising your guest list, or surviving the chaos of wedding prep, Joella and Sophie have you covered, with plenty of laughs along the way. Perfect for engaged couples, future brides, grooms-to-be, and anyone obsessed with weddings, The Aisle Diaries is as informative as it is entertaining. So grab a glass of wine (or a cup of tea), get comfy, and join the girls as you plan, laugh, vent, and countdown to “I do.”

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  • Creator
    Joella and Sophie
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joella and Sophie
  • Show Website
    The Aisle Diaries Podcast

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