This week’s episode is such a great one with returning guest Sydney Stanback, global trends and insights lead for Pinterest, and we chat all about Pinterest’s just released 2025 Wedding Report. With over 3.8 billion wedding related searches and more than 13.4 billion wedding ideas saved globally in one year on Pinterest, the trend authority most certainly is in the know about what couples want for their dream party. This year’s report puts the focus firmly on Gen Z and how they are shifting the wedding landscape with celebrations that are big and bold, full of hyper-personal touches and a colourful, modern aesthetics. Sydney and Alison chat all the latest trends you can expect to see in weddings in the coming months to put you in the loop of what’s haute if you’re in wedding planning mode, or attending a wedding this year.

On this show, Alison catches up with industry friend Reid Lambshead for an insightful and inspiring chat about modern wedding photography. Reid is one of the best of the best—his work has been featured in Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Brides and the New York Times. Reid travels around the globe for his job and has photographed weddings in some of the most incredible destinations. On this show, Will talks about what’s trending in wedding photography and why unscripted moments and emotion is the number one quality behind the most unforgettable images.

In 2025, weddings are all about keeping the moments authentic, the fun factor high, and the fashion ultra-chic. On this show, Alison chat’s with recent bride Camille Katona who is the co-founder of the amazing Canadian indie beauty brand 19/99. Camille married her husband Tim last summer and their party was quite simply the coolest. The bride wore Wiederhoeft. They got married at her parent's Toronto home, then drove themselves to their reception which they held in a cool studio space which was re-imagined to feel like a restaurant. On this episode Camille takes us inside her wedding and we also talk a lot about bridal beauty and makeup. Camille did her own for the day using products from 19/99 and she has many insider tips and tricks to keep in mind to create an impactful and personal wedding look.

For the last Aisle Seat show of the year, we’re talking about what to expect in the year ahead in weddings co-founders of Wed Vibes, Daria and Alina. Wed Vibes was launched by wedding planner Daria in 2015 and is a trusted source and resource for both industry professionals and couples. Wed Vibes has just dropped a new comprehensive wedding industry study and a key part of it is a deep dive into 2025 wedding trends and there are some really interesting ones topping the list. On this show Daria and Alina get into their findings which touch on all aspects of the wedding celebration from décor trends, to style, destination weddings, and how couples are thinking about their event what steps they are taking to make it truly bespoke.

Aisle Seat will return with new episodes on February 13, 2025!

If you are obsessed with accessories, you will love this week’s episode featuring a joyful chat with Canadian designer Blair Nadeau. Host Alison McGill has known Blair since she started her career designing bridal adornments in 2009; Blair changed the game with her fashion-forward vision for bridal accessories that are anything but expected. Blair designs everything but the dress and the ring: veils, earrings, necklaces, and hair pieces. Her exquisite, jeweled crowns are beyond breathtaking. This week Blair and Alison talk 2025 weddings, trends, the launch of her new Blair’s new collection happening early next year, why she’s SO obsessed with veils—they are the moment!

This week on Aisle Seat Alison chats with Toronto jewelry designer Alexandra Mann who creates modern, wearable masterpieces. Alexandra’s designs have a modern-vintage flair to them that is unique and statement-making. Engagement rings are one of Alexandra’s favourite things to craft and on this show, she shares there’s been a shift in what’s trending in stone shape—the oval has competition. We also talk about the popularity of larger carat weight gemstones, the affordability of lab diamonds and why reworking a family heirloom piece into something new and meaningful is a very special part of Alexandra’s job.

This week we catch up with stylist Risa Kostis and we have a brilliant chat about modern wedding style, the wild popularity of vintage fashion for brides today, and the story behind her company The Rescue Kit Company and emergency supply fashion kit which is something every bride definitely needs to have for the big day. Risa has always been clothing obsessed and started her style career as a hair and makeup artist. This was her first introduction to the wedding space, and she quickly realized this was her place. Risa is ALL about the details and she ensures everything is perfect for her clients, not just on their wedding day, but also styling every event leading up to the party. We talk about why a wedding stylist really is one of the biggest power players on any bridal squad and definitely someone worth investing in. Risa is pure positivity and light; you will fall in love with her passion.