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. 1d ago

    Mid wedding season catch up & Sophie's travel dilemma

    Wedding stationery can feel like one of those things you have to get right — but how much do you actually need, when should you order it, and do you really need save the dates? In this episode of The Aisle Diaries, Joella and Sophie are joined by Sophie Elizabeth from Sophie Elizabeth Wedding Stationery to talk about everything couples need to know about wedding stationery, from invitations and RSVPs to table plans, menus, signage and those all-important little details. Sophie shares her honest advice on when to book your stationer, how many invitations you actually need, what information should go on your invitations and why she thinks save the dates can be a waste of money. The girls also discuss digital invitations, wedding websites, QR codes, adult-only weddings, dietary requirements and how to make your guest list crystal clear. Plus, they get into wedding stationery budgets, current colour trends, whether sage green has officially had its moment, why couples shouldn't be afraid to spend money on the details they genuinely care about, and some of the biggest stationery mistakes Sophie has seen. And, of course, there’s a Bridal Spiral involving a missing table on a table plan… because even wedding suppliers are human! If you're planning your wedding and feeling overwhelmed by stationery, this episode is packed with practical advice, honest opinions and plenty of laughs to help you figure out what you actually need — and what you really don't. ✨ In this episode: When should you book your wedding stationer?What actually needs to go on a wedding invitation?Do you really need save the dates?How many invitations should you order?Wedding stationery budgets explainedAdult-only wedding wordingHow to handle dietary requirementsWedding websites & QR codesWhat to do when your guest list changesWedding stationery trends and coloursWhy your wedding budget should reflect what matters to YOUThe reality of running a wedding stationery businessA very honest stationery Bridal Spiral!Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

  2. Aug 10

    Don't Send Your Invitations Until You Hear This, Sophie explains all things wedding stationery.

    This week on The Aisle Diaries Podcast, Joella and Sophie are joined by a wedding stationery expert to answer the questions every engaged couple has when it comes to designing their big day. From save the dates and invitations to on-the-day stationery, signage and wedding timelines, we're uncovering everything you need to know before ordering your wedding stationery—and the mistakes couples should avoid. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ When you should book your wedding stationer ✨ Save the dates vs invitations – what do you actually need? ✨ Wedding signage essentials (and what's just a nice extra!) ✨ How to create cohesive wedding styling through stationery ✨ Budgeting for wedding stationery ✨ The importance of transparency when booking suppliers ✨ Managing timelines, production dates and last-minute changes ✨ Real advice for couples feeling overwhelmed by wedding planning Plus, we chat about Christmas and New Year weddings, how to prioritise your wedding to-do list, and why having an experienced stationer can take so much stress out of the planning process. Whether you've just got engaged or you're finalising the details for your wedding day, this episode is full of practical advice, expert insight and plenty of wedding inspiration. 🎧 Follow The Aisle Diaries Podcast for weekly wedding planning tips, supplier insights, bridal spirals and honest conversations from behind the scenes of the wedding industry. Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

  3. Jul 27

    Real talk with a real bride

    This week on The Aisle Diaries Podcast, Joella and Sophie are joined by a bride-to-be for an honest conversation about what it's really like planning a wedding. From family expectations and hen party drama to wedding trends, difficult decisions and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with saying "I do", we're talking about the parts of wedding planning nobody prepares you for. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ The reality of planning a wedding while juggling everyday life ✨ Why wedding planning isn't always as glamorous as social media makes it seem ✨ Bridal pressure and the expectations placed on couples ✨ Wedding trends we love... and the ones we'd happily skip ✨ Hen party disappointment and navigating friendships during wedding planning ✨ Family opinions, guest lists and keeping everyone happy ✨ Why every couple's wedding journey is completely different ✨ Looking back on the planning process before the big day Plus, we chat about aisle dips, engagement photos, pre-wedding nerves and why it's so important to plan a wedding that feels right for you—not everyone else. Whether you're newly engaged or counting down to your wedding day, this episode is packed with relatable stories, honest advice and reassurance that you're not alone. 🎧 Follow The Aisle Diaries Podcast for weekly wedding planning tips, supplier insights, bridal spirals and real conversations from behind the chaos and confetti. Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

  4. Jul 13

    The Sing Along Waiters: From Pontins, Pranks & Petrol Receipts to Wedding Fame

    This week on The Aisle Diaries Podcast, Joella and Sophie are joined by the incredible team behind The Sing Along Waiters to uncover what really goes on behind one of the UK's most memorable wedding entertainment acts. From surprise performances and unforgettable wedding moments to celebrity events, awkward requests and the songs guaranteed to fill a dance floor, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories and plenty of laughs. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ How The Sing Along Waiters got started ✨ The biggest misconceptions about singing waiters ✨ The funniest and most memorable wedding moments they've experienced ✨ Weddings with over 300 guests and performing under pressure ✨ Celebrity weddings and famous faces they've performed for ✨ The most requested wedding songs (and one they don't recommend for your first dance!) ✨ What makes great wedding entertainment ✨ Advice for couples choosing live entertainment for their wedding Plus, we chat about performing at huge weddings, surprise reveals that leave guests speechless, and why live entertainment can completely transform your wedding day. Whether you're planning your wedding, looking for unique entertainment ideas, or simply love hearing what happens behind the scenes in the wedding industry, this episode is full of stories you won't hear anywhere else. 🎧 Follow The Aisle Diaries Podcast for weekly wedding planning tips, supplier insights, bridal spirals and honest conversations from behind the chaos and confetti. Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

  5. Jun 29

    Part 2 of Soph - clench those bum cheeks girls

    This week on The Aisle Diaries Podcast, Joella continues her deep dive into the world of bridal beauty as she puts wedding makeup artist Sophie firmly in the hot seat. From wedding morning chaos and difficult bridesmaids to makeup longevity, emotional brides, and beauty emergencies, we're uncovering what really happens behind the scenes of a wedding day. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ How often brides change their makeup vision between the trial and wedding day ✨ The biggest misconceptions about professional bridal makeup ✨ Why natural makeup can actually be harder to achieve than full glam ✨ How makeup artists help brides feel confident in their wedding look ✨ The difference between photo-ready makeup and real-life makeup ✨ Dealing with opinionated bridesmaids and family members ✨ Last-minute wedding day changes and beauty requests ✨ The signs a wedding morning timeline is about to go off track ✨ Waterproof makeup, touch-up kits, and longevity tips for emotional brides Plus, Sophie shares the incredible story of covering a severe facial bruise for a Mother of the Bride just days before a wedding, explains why bridal makeup costs more than a standard appointment, and reveals what every bride should keep in her handbag on the big day. Whether you're planning your wedding, searching for bridal beauty advice, or simply love hearing what really happens behind the scenes of weddings, this episode is packed with expert insight and honest conversation. 🎧 Follow The Aisle Diaries Podcast for weekly wedding planning tips, supplier secrets, bridal spirals and real wedding industry stories. Produced by TAEPodcast - www.taepodcast.co.uk

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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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