Pinterest has just dropped its hot list of what's trending in weddings and today couples are not just ditching tradition, they are rewriting the narrative of what a wedding looks like. On this show, Alison welcomes back Pinterest's trend forecast expert Sydney Stanback who dives into what nearlyweds are pinning and searching for on the platform. Last year there were over seven billion wedding-related searches on the Pinterest and more than 16.7 billion ideas were saved globally. From one-of-a-kind venues that are anything but expected, to quirky cakes and earthen inspired décor palettes, the trends revealed in the 2026 Pinterest Wedding Report are fun, fabulous, and fresh. Weddings have entered a season of change thanks to Gen Z and unconventional celebrations that shelve tradition and embrace individuality at every touchpoint are what couples want.

Vancouver's Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel is a rare gem of a property that sets a beautiful stage for romance. The multi-award-winning hotel is all about modern luxury and is one of the best spots in the city to say 'I do' offering a host of incredible event spaces (with sweeping views of Coal Harbour and the North Shore Mountains) to host events both intimate and grand in scope. On this show Alison chats with Merina Chandra, director of weddings and special events at Fairmont Pacific Rim about the property and what makes it such a dream destination for weddings of all sizes (up to 400 guests!) and styles. "No two weddings are a like at this property," Merina shares. "Couples today are really looking for connection and personalization and this is one of my favourite things about my job." Merina and Alison chat about what celebrations at Fairmont Pacific Rim look like in 2026, why great food and drink is non-negotiable and some savvy insider tips on how to smartly spend your wedding budget.

We love a deep dive convo with a global trend authority, so this week's chat with Etsy's Dayna Isom Johnson—a returning guest of Aisle Seat—is a particular treat. Dayna always has her finger on the pulse of what's cool, and on this show she takes us through the just dropped Etsy Spring + Summer Trend Report and how it speaks to what's happening in weddings. "Couples are really leaning into what they love and having everything at one of the most special days of their lives being a representation of their own style," Dayna says. Wedding inspiration is coming from multiple time periods. Two of her favourite, wedding-centric trends from the report are "Gothic Romance" and the "Botanical Bride." On this episode, Alison and Dayna catch up and talk all about love, modern weddings, the vintage moments couples are embracing for their celebrations, the rise of the analogue culture, and why social media should never ever be the driver or a decision-maker for your wedding day.