On this episode, host Alison McGill is joined by Jordan Stewart, designer and founder of the luxury evening wear label RVNG Couture, a favourite of celebrities including Paris Hilton and Avril Lavigne. The heart of her design philosophy is creating fashion that is glamorous, statement-making, and empowering. On this show Jordan takes us inside her fashion world and we have a very spirited discussion about size inclusivity which Jordan is incredibly passionate about and has been a cornerstone of her brand since day one.

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Samantha Clarke is an award-winning wedding photographer who divides her time between Toronto, Atlanta and the world. She was recently named one of Brides Best Photographers and her wedding photography best described as being impactful, emotional and breathtaking. She’s also a powerhouse female entrepreneur having recently launched a mentoring program to share her successes with the next generation of photographers. On this show Samantha takes us inside her photo-perfect world, and what a beautiful one it is!

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This week we are chatting all things beauty with the Britt Gray, makeup artist and owner of Fancy Face. Britt is incredibly passionate about the beauty business, and brides have been a focus of her business since day one over 15 years ago. Her work has been seen in Vanity Fair, FASHION, Hello! Canada, and on the faces of some of the most influential women including Candace Bushnell and Jillian Harris. On this show, Britt shares how a role in the film Chicago shaped her career and beauty philosophies; what’s currently trending for beauty looks; and why your beauty artist is one of the most important players on your wedding squad.

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Edible art is a good way to describe the masterpieces that cake artist Alexandria Murray creates. The owner of Toronto’s Finespun Cakes is famed for her otherworldly confections that are simply breathtaking. She is a sugar flower specialist and the blossoms and blooms she handcrafts for her cakes look extraordinarily lifelike like. On this episode Alexandria talks about her signature luxury design style and how it was born from her great love of fashion and fine art, what’s trending in wedding cakes, and the wild success of her social media platforms—she’s inspiring would-be baking superstars from all over the world to get creative with her YouTube channel.

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Ensuring your wedding is earth friendly should be a top consideration of your wedding planning. To learn more about the impact of weddings on the environment, host Alison McGill chats with Sarah Baillie, a population and sustainability organizer at the centre for Biological Diversity, an organization dedicated to the welfare of animals, plants and the planet based in Tuscson, Arizona. In the process of planning her own wedding, Sarah became passionate about sustainable practices and a green wedding expert. She’s the author of the Wildlife Friendly Wedding Guide, and on today’s show she’ll share how to plan a party that doesn’t cost the earth.

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Though Los Angeles-based designer Katherine Tash is a relative newcomer in the world of bridal wear, she has made a huge impact with her modern, minimalist collections. She launched her brand in 2018 and introduced a fresh new vibe with her luxe designs which feature sculptural silhouettes and romantic fabrics. Katherine shares her creative vision with her gowns was to create wedding dresses that walk the line between contemporary and classic. She has beautifully accomplished this mission, and today on the show she’ll take us inside her inspiring creative mind.

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To kick off season two, host Alison McGill chats with Nicole-Natassha Goulding, creative director and lead planner of Chic By Nicole Wedding & Events. Loved for her romantic, timeless and refined styling, Nicole-Natassha brings her passion for fashion and interior décor into her design and execution of events. In 2022, she was named one of the world’s top wedding planners by Vogue, so you know she is haute stuff. On this episode discover what’s inspiring Nicole-Natassha and wedding design in 2022, her most-loved bridal fashion trends, and more!

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London-based fashion designer Rita Colson’s sparkling personality is clearly reflected in her unique, breathtaking bridal wear designs which have whimsical feeling of nostalgia imbued with a modern aesthetic. Rita is a huge believer in sustainable fashion and its key part of her fashion brand—she loves to transform something old into something new, and something very beautiful. On this episode, Rita will inspire you about fashion, and challenge you to think about consumerism in your own life. It’s a perfect finale to the first season of Aisle Seat!

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Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa is a gorgeous Relais & Chateaux resort located outside of Toronto which is a favourite romantic escape, and a stunning wedding location. It’s also bucket list foodie destination thanks to Executive Chef Jason Bangerter. As an influential leader in the culinary industry, Chef Jason is an international star who works alongside some of the world’s greatest chefs. He is a champion of supporting and developing sources for sustainable, responsibly-produced ingredients—he truly makes dining an indulgent and artistic experience. On this show, Chef Jason shares his food philosophies, how to create an inspired and unforgettable wedding menu, and the launch of his first cookbook this spring.

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On this episode, female entrepreneur, and founder of Love By Lynzie takes us inside her colourful wedding world and her inspiring approach to event design. Lynzie is a market leader in the world of pop-up weddings, launching a second arm of her business, The Pop-Up Chapel Co. in 2017. The driving force behind the launch was to create celebrations that were more sustainable and inclusive. Lynzie talks about how pop-up weddings have exploded particularly in the pandemic, what drives her creativity and what her predictions are for wedding trends in the year ahead.

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