ROCK MY WEDDING // THE PODCAST

In episode 49 of the podcast, Imogen & Ella are joined by Rock My Wedding content creator, Sasha Kirkham. They discuss the many ways in which couples can save money during the wedding planning journey. Filmed at Recommended Supplier venue, Iscoyd Park, the three discuss the building blocks of saving money whilst curating your big day, DIYing elements of your wedding. They also chat all things Recycle My Wedding, our preloved wedding marketplace, highlighting the benefits of shopping second-hand. Recycle is a great spot for finding wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, decor and accessories. By shopping secondhand, you're doing the planet a favour, as well as your wallet. You don't have to break the bank to have the wedding of your dreams! Head on over to the show notes for all links mentioned within this episode. This episode was brought to you by We Are The Clarkes and filmed at Iscoyd Park, sponsored by The Wedding Shop. To celebrate your engagement, anyone who registers for a gift list from The Wedding Shop via this link will receive £50 worth of wedding shop credit for you to spend on any gift from their branded partners. Ts&Cs Apply --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

In episode 48 of the podcast, Imogen & Ella are joined by Sian, from Recommended Supplier, Tilly Trotters (alongside a special furry guest)! And they are discussing all things bridal fashion. Filmed at Recommended Supplier venue, Elmore Court, they hear how Tilly Trotters came to be, and where Sian's incredible fashion knowledge comes from. They're discussing everything; from your ideas surrounding your perfect wedding dress to bridal separates & jumpsuits. Along with how your wedding dress shopping experience should go down and those 2023 trend predictions, such as gloves, feathers and bridal crowns. Sian finishes the episode by imparting an important piece of advice you don't want to miss! Head on over to the show notes for all links mentioned within this episode! To celebrate your engagement, anyone who registers for a gift list from The Wedding Shop via this link will receive £50 worth of wedding shop credit for you to spend on any gift from their branded partners. Ts&Cs Apply This episode was brought to you by We Are The Clarkes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

On episode 47 of the Podcast, Imogen & Ella are joined by one-half of Recommended Supplier team, We Are // The Clarkes - Simon! Simon has been a long-time Recommended Supplier with Rock My Wedding and also produces the Rock My Wedding Podcast. Filmed at Recommended Supplier venue, Iscoyd Park, they are discussing all things photography (of course). They explore all topics; from feeling comfortable with your photographer, to what is the role of a second shooter. Simon expresses his own regret for not having a videographer at his own wedding, to the photographs he most enjoys capturing. They are also delving deeper into those all-important photography trends, such as first look moments, golden hour portraits, champagne towers, smoke bombs, and sparkler exits! They also look into the moment you decide to book your photographer and how it may look, and why their process is so streamlined to ensure the least amount of stress possible. Remember, this Podcast is filmed, so if you fancy taking a peak, you'll be able to see the photographs mentioned within this episode! Head on over to the show notes for all links mentioned within this episode! To celebrate your engagement, anyone who registers for a gift list from The Wedding Shop via this link will receive £50 worth of wedding shop credit for you to spend on any gift from their branded partners. Ts&Cs Apply This episode was brought to you by We Are The Clarkes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Imogen & Ella are back in episode 46, and this week it's all about your wedding venue! They're joined by Liv & Chelsea, wedding managers at Recommended Supplier venue, Iscoyd Park (where this episode was filmed). They're discussing everything; from the moment you decide upon your wedding venue to what you can expect in the lead-up to your Big Day. It's all about the questions you should be asking (such as availability, catering and how to go about booking a tour.) This episode is an important one as you make your way along your planning journey. Your venue is a huge part of your day, and we're here to answer those burning questions we know you have! Head on over to the show notes for all links mentioned within this episode! To celebrate your engagement, anyone who registers for a gift list from The Wedding Shop via this link will receive £50 worth of wedding shop credit for you to spend on any gift from their branded partners. Ts&Cs Apply This episode was brought to you by We Are The Clarkes. Filmed at Iscoyd Park, featuring Liv & Chelsea, Wedding Managers at Iscoyd Park, and Phil & Emma, co-founders of Hostology. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

In the first episode back Imogen & Ella are talking bridesmaid fashion with Recommended Supplier Louie, founder of TH&TH Bridesmaids. Get ready to hear all about their incredible origin story and how they grew from designing Louie's bridesmaid dresses to where they are now. They're discussing everything from the rise of mismatched dress styles to ensure your girls feel comfortable, to dresses through the ages (and how they'll never go out of style), to whether pink could be the colour of the year. Louie imparts her incredible fashion knowledge and takes us on a journey of timeless silhouettes and cuts. This is definitely one for the bride and your best girls, who will be moving through the wedding planning journey with you.Head on over to the show notes for all links mentioned within this episode! This episode was brought to you by We Are The Clarkes and filmed at Elmore Court, featuring TH&TH Bridesmaids. Sponsored by The Wedding Shop. To celebrate your engagement, anyone who registers for a gift list from The Wedding Shop via this link will receive £50 worth of wedding shop credit for you to spend on any gift from their branded partners. Ts&Cs Apply --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Can you have a feminist wedding? And what does that even mean? Becky is joined by wedding photographer and planning bride Cecelina Tornberg for episode 44 where they discuss the topic of feminism in weddings. They start by talking about how Cecelina's own wedding plans have been disrupted by Covid and go on to chat about wedding traditions, what they mean and how you can adapt them for your day or maybe discard them altogether. This episode is all about equality and starting your married life on an even level with your partner. Enjoy! And you can check out some of Cecelina's work in the show notes as well as useful posts mentioned in this episode. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Becky is joined by Rock My Wedding Recommended Supplier LIT Photography. Lauren delves into her own experience as a 'Covid bride', how it feels to be on the other side of the lens, and how you can make the most of your wedding photography. Together they chat about self-love and ways you can feel more confident in front of the camera. There's talk of therapy and a few tears. Grab a hot drink, you're going to enjoy this. Check out the show notes for relevant articles related to this week's conversation. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

You're getting married! This is big! We want to talk to you all about the joy of wedding planning. Those parts of the process where you can find real joy and laughter and fun. We all know about the big bits. But what about the smaller parts of wedding planning? Join Charlotte and Becky as they talk through their favourites bits of their planning journeys and share reader stories with you too. Check out the show notes for this episode here to see all the related articles mentioned in the episode. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

It’s a tasty one! Becky caught up with Jonathan Carter-Morris, co-founder of Caviar & Chips, over zoom for a chat about wedding catering. How do you book catering? How do you choose the right caterer? Where do you start when deciding on your menu? They talked about how catering works at dry hire venues as well as all other types of venues. There was talk of wine, canapés and Caviar & Chips' gin piano. Yep, that's a thing! They went from having over 100 weddings booked in 2020 to doing just 3 due to Covid-19 so you can learn about how they have had to adapt and how much they're looking forward to 2021. If you want to chat with the team at Caviar&Chips you can check out their website here or follow them over on Instagram to see what they get up to. Check out these links for more wedding catering inspiration and advice: Small Wedding Menu Ideas 29 Questions To Ask Your Caterer Grazing Tables Woodland Meets Industrial Wedding Food Ideas If you're not already, why not sign up to our newsletter for more exclusive content and a bonus budgeting podcast episode. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Oh, it's good to be back! After a brief hiatus, we're back answering your questions and sharing your 2020 love stories. Join Becky as she answers all your questions about how to navigate getting married in the next 6 months. From what to do about wedding insurance and how to entertain your guests to dealing with stress, we cover it all. This episode is rounded off with your 2020 love stories. There's joy, there's heartbreak, there's realness in abundance. Grab a cuppa as we welcome you back to the podcast. We're thrilled to have you. Check out the links below or the show notes for the articles mentioned in the episode. If you're wondering where episodes 18, 19, and 20 are, you can find them here. They were recorded as Zoomcasts over lockdown so don't miss them. RELATED ARTICLES How To Make A 15 Person Wedding A Day To Remember Cake Ideas For An Intimate Wedding How To Have a Virtual Hen Do How To Host a Virtual Wedding How To Scale Back Your Wedding Menu Ideas For Intimate Weddings Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

It feels good to be back! It's been a while, hasn't it? After a brief hiatus, we're firmly back in our little corner of the podcasting world and we couldn't be happier. Rock My Wedding The Podcast will be back this Sunday with a brand new episode. We'll be releasing fortnightly episodes; bringing you expert guests and having our general chit chat about all things weddings. What a few months it's been. We're so happy to be back on this platform. See you Sunday for a brand new episode. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

It's finally here! An episode dedicated to wedding flowers. We've wanted to do this episode for an age and you have requested it on numerous occassions too, so here it is. In this episode Charlotte and Becky are joined by wedding flowers expert Sarah from Leafy Couture. IN THIS EPISODE What is key when considering your flower budget? Is foliage actually cheaper than flowers? How can you grow your own wedding flowers? How can you stop them from wilting during the day? We put all of your questions to Sarah and she has all the answers. You can learn more about Leafy Couture here and their online courses which are excellent if you're looking to create your own floral displays. Sarah also did a super easy to follow wedding flower chair back DIY for you all which you can see here. The girls also mention Flowers From The Farm which is a must visit if you're looking to be your own florist. Make sure you check out the show notes for this episode for even more wedding flower inspiration and guidance and if you're not already, why not sign up to our newsletter for more exclusive content and a bonus budgeting podcast episode. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Lots of you have babes before you get married and your wedding days become a gorgeous family affair which we are totally here for it. We wanted to make it easy for you to plan a wedding with kids so we've gathered together all of our top tips to share with you. In this episode we are joined by Holly who talks us through the process of planning a wedding with kids. Her little boy Theo was just 6 months old on her and Josh's wedding day. We also chat dress shopping when pregnant or with your newly post-partum bod and ideas for managing your baby on the day. And then there's guests that might have small babies. How can we make their experience easier? Stepping out the comfort zone of your own home can be a bit overwhelming when you have a small baby so it's really nice to prepare those guests as best you can. We tell you exactly how to do that. Having your whole family with you on your wedding day is truly magical and we hope if you're pregnant and planning or planning with a small baby/child, that you find this episode really useful and have a giggle along the way. Don't forget to sign up to our newsletter here so you can get a bonus podcast episode where the girls dig deeper into how to budget, what things cost and how to figure out what you need to save. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

This episode of Rock My Wedding The Podcast isn't only for brides. It's for every woman. Understanding how bras work is incredibly eye opening and finding the right fit can change your life. In this episode, Charlotte and Becky are joined by Chief Lingerie Stylist Kelly of Rigby & Peller. With almost 20 years experience in lingerie, Kelly answers all of your questions from the best type of shape wear for your dress to how to support a bigger bust in a backless dress. By the end of this episode you will know your plunges from your balconies (and what they actually do) to how to make the most from a fitting experience and when in the planning process you should be getting your underwear. You can spend thousands of pounds on an incredible outfit for your wedding but if what you have on underneath isn't the right fit then you're not going to be comfortable or showing off your dress to it's full potential. Getting your bridal underwear perfect is key to nailing your overall bridal look. Don't forget to sign up to our newsletter here so you can get a bonus podcast episode where the girls dig deeper into how to budget, what things cost and how to figure out what you need to save. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Should you have a wedding film? We think yes. Yep. Yup. Absolutely. Most definitely. Yes. There are tonnes of perks to having a wedding videographer. Photos are great and we love 'em. But there's something about motion. Capturing the way you moved, the way you laughed, how your dress floated about the venue as the sun shone through the window, the words of the speeches and the exchanging of vows. Memories to last a life time. And it's not really about whether you think you'll watch it every month or even every anniversary. It's having the choice to watch it. Charlotte and Becky chat about their own wedding films, or lack thereof in Becky's case and bring in RMW The Podcast producer and film maker extraordinaire Simon Clarke of We Are The Clarkes to answer all your questions from what you can expect from a wedding film to how to film it yourself if you just cant find the budget to get a professional in. Learn all about the process from Simon and get some amazing tips to make sure you have the best wedding video you can. Head to the show notes to check out some of the gorgeous wedding film. And be sure to check out our supplier directory The List to book the videographer of your dreams and take these questions along with you when you go for a consultation. Don't forget to sign up to our newsletter here so you can get a bonus podcast episode where the girls dig deeper into how to budget, what things cost and how to figure out what you need to save. Be sure to visit the show notes for this episode for all the relevant posts and to check out wedding insurance that works for you visit www.compareweddinginsurance.org.uk :) Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

99.9% of your guests will want to give you something to commemorate your day so make sure you actually get wedding gifts that are useful. Make their lives easier and get yourselves a wedding gift list. The Best Wedding Gift Lists Join Charlotte and Becky as they dispel common gift list misconceptions and enlighten you to what you can actually get on a gift list these days. Find out how to get those bigger maybe pricier items you've always coveted, or have you thought about experiences or perhaps there is a charity that is close to your heart. There are so many ways to make the most of a wedding gift list. If you are looking to discover new products for your wedding gift list and would like specific advice on items - be it brand sustainability or kitchen appliances that will make your life easier AND last forever then you need to book an appointment with The Wedding Shop. Their Fulham showroom is essentially a fully kitted out townhouse, every room is beautifully decorated with a selection of curated gift ideas that you can browse, touch and feel at your leisure. Book an appointment via The Wedding Shop website. In the interest of fairness and to make your lives easier, we've reviewed all the top UK product based gift lists. We're talking comparing fees, wether they offer cash, how flexible they are and exactly what they offer. Check out this link to find the best gift list for you. Don't forget to sign up to our newsletter here so you can get a bonus podcast episode where the girls dig deeper into how to budget, what things cost and how to figure out what you need to save. Be sure to visit the show notes for this episode for all the relevant posts and to check out wedding insurance that works for you visit www.compareweddinginsurance.org.uk :) Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Congratulations! Excitement levels must be off the charts right now. But soon will come the time to get your planning head on. As with everything wedding planning related, there are no hard and fast rules but join Charlotte and Becky for a rough guide to 12 months worth of planning. Maybe you're half way through planning... this episode is still for you. Treat is as a gentle reminder of what you might have left to do. And if you're newly engaged then enjoy our guide of things to do once you're engaged. Get yourself set up for planning with the Rock My Wedding book, Your Day Your Way. Set yourself up on Instagram and follow us there and you might also find it super useful to have a Pinterest account as well. We have one :) You can familiarise yourself with our supplier directory The List as well so that when it comes to booking all of your suppliers you know where to start. The girls talk about when you should be booking photographers and florists and all your other suppliers. Theres talk of ceremonies and when to book trials to what to get up to the night before the big day. Don't forget to sign up to our newsletter here so you can get a bonus podcast episode where the girls dig deeper into how to budget, what things cost and how to figure out what you need to save. And you can download our month by month wedding planner here. Be sure to visit the show notes for this episode for engagement shoot inspiration and even more help with what to do once you've said yes. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

We all know your wedding day is about your relationship; the adventure of marriage, the love. But we also know its about the party! amiright? and having the time of your life with your nearest and dearest. We've put together the ultimate wedding party playlist. All those songs that you love but can't remember the name of or have entirely forgotten about... they're all on our list. You'll have to excuse the very Top Of The Pops rendition of our top floor fillers countdown but get your pens at the ready to jot down some absolute bangers that are sure to fill your dance floor all night long - Oh, make sure you get that one in there too. After all, who doesn't love a bit of Lionel?! As well as an enthusiastic run down of said bangers ,Charlotte and Becky chat about deciding on your entertainment and how to manage the professionals you employ and how to manage the party yourself. Turn it up loud because you will be dancing around your kitchen and get ting in the mood for the best wedding party there ever was. Check out all the songs on our Wedding Party Playlist on Spotify for 8 hours of uninterrupted tunes. Disclaimer - Becky does in fact know that the very famous Luis Fonsi and Justin Bieber song is in fact called Despacito and not 'dispatchio'. What mega pop fan gets that wrong? Happens to the best of us right? Now turn it up loud because you'll be dancing in your seats to this episode. Check out the show notes page to see couples who really had their days their way and let their personalities and personal style sine through. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

2019! That went past in the blink of an eye didn't it and time seems to go so quickly when you have a 'deadline' that you're working towards... Like a wedding. Whoop! The Best Weddings Of 2019 Join Charlotte and Becky as they look back over the last 12 months and give you a Rock My Wedding 2019 Round Up! They talk about things happening in the business (only briefly because who wants all that waffle when you're trying to plan a wedding!), they talk about theirs and your favourite weddings of 2019 and what they'd love to see more of in the new year. Make sure you check out the show notes for this episode to see all the gorgeous weddings discussed in their full glory. Rock My Wedding are so thankful to you all for your support with the podcast. The girls thoroughly enjoy creating it and are so looking forward to bringing brand new episodes to you in 2020. And a big shout out to our producers We Are The Clarkes who have done an incredible job this year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of team RMW x Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

You know when you just don't have the budget to buy all your mates a bridesmaid dress even though you'd love to? How can you involve them in your day without breaking the bank and making sure they still feel valued? Enter RMW The Podcast and our episode dedicated to alternative wedding roles. Wether it's having your niece perform a reading or your Uncle driving you to your ceremony, you can find roles within your wedding for everyone. If you enjoy this episode you might want to see this post too for even more inspiration. It's amazing to have help from friends and family on the run up to your day and on the actual day itself but remember, you can't be expected to involve absolutely everyone and they will be thrilled to attend your wedding in any capacity, even if that's simply as a guest. Enjoy the below articles where you can see alternative wedding roles played out to perfection. Stefanie & Donovan Nicki & Barry Vanya & David Abbi & Ash Sandra & Daniel Informal Roles In A Wedding Songs That Make Excellent Wedding Readings Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Are you starting to plan the design for your wedding breakfast decor? From what each guest needs to how to get the most from your centrepieces, you'll find it all in this episode. The longest part of your day is spent around the tables at your wedding breakfast so you want them to be perfect for you and for your guests. The girls talk typical table set ups... You know, all the forks. There's laughs about linen and chat about chairs and then the piéce de resistance... the centrepieces. Now you know, centrepieces probably need a whole episode of their own but the girls talk about how to find inspiration for your table decoration and how to execute it perfectly. From flowers to fruit and everything in between get ready to be inspired and be sure to check out all the weddings over on this episodes show notes. And don't forget about our Pinterest where you can see centrepieces by wedding style or see our dedicated chairs and table settings boards. Oh, and if anyone has any contacts at QVC… Be sure to let charlotte know ;) Enjoy you gorgeous lot. Check out the show notes page to see couples who really had their days their way and let their personalities and personal style sine through. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

They say that comparison is the thief of joy which we totally agree with but when it comes to weddings, we feel like it can be the thief of self worth. We are continually bombarded with images of perfection. from the shiny curated grids we see on Instagram to alleged "reality" TV. This notion of perfection and changing yourself to fit a certain mould is prevalent on every social media platform all day every day. We all know that perfection doesn't exist and striving to meet someone elses vision of perfect, especially for your wedding day is down right unhealthy. We want to talk to you about loving yourself. If you want to make aesthetic changes to yourself thats absolutely fine but we want you to know the risks involved and we want you to know that for one day - it's possibly not worth it. You're making a commitment for life when you enter into a marriage and any changes you decide to undertake should be for exactly that. For a life of growing old with your partner who loves you exactly the way you are. This episode isn't all about aesthetics, its about personality too. It's about having the day you want and not being swayed by wedding trends because you think you should and your bridesmaid really likes the idea of you having a massive floral moongate because she 'saw it on Pinterest and everyone has one these days' meanwhile you don't have Pinterest and what the heck is a moongate?! Follow your heart, follow your style and your day will be perfect. We should mention that we realise our Instagram feed, website and Pinterest are full to the brim of all sorts of wedding inspiration. Some which we realise people might find daunting; out of their budgets; entirely unrealistic perhaps. But we strive to share a real eclectic mix of weddings for those with budgets from 500 quid to 50 grand. We're not here to make judgements on peoples preferences, we just want to share as much as we can to help inspire you and bring out your personalities and inject them into your wedding days. We never want any couple to think that they aren't worthy and that they can't possibly live up to this bonkers world of Instagram perfect weddings. We've said it before and we'll continue to say it; all the imperfections are what lead to an utterly perfect day. You are all amazing. Style is entirely subjective so what suits one couple wont suit another and thats fine. As long as you are in love and you're saying your I Do's for the right reason then that is all you will ever need. Disclaimer: We love pampas grass - we're just too creatively inept to make them work - if you are too but love them, get yourself an amazing florist from The List to make your dreams come true. Check out the show notes page to see couples who really had their days their way and let their personalities and personal style sine through. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Hands up if you're planning on doing a bride speech? How To Write A Bride Speech We were thrilled to see that 44% of you who answered our Instagram poll are going to be standing up and doing a bride speech on your wedding day. Yes ladies! Join Charlotte and Becky in this new episode as they discuss their own wedding day speeches, how to be confident in yourself to do your own and some of the things you can talk about to pull it off like a boss. There's a bit in there for your best girls too in case they are planning on saying a few words. We'd love to hear your speeches and see your photos and videos so do send them on in and if you'd like to share your words with fellow brides, email us with your speeches at podcast@rockmywedding.co.uk. Enjoy loves and see the show notes over at Rock My Wedding for real weddings where epic ladies made epic speeches and for even more inspiration on the bride speech! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

We're back after a summer break with an episode all about how to organise a successful hen do both in the UK and abroad. HEN DO ORGANISATION TIPS Not sure who to invite? Yep, it's another dreaded guest list to think about but don't worry we talk through how to go organise all the different people in your life. We talk about how to book an appropriate place to stay, how to manage the money involved and how to stay on track of everything. PLANNING A HEN DO IN THE UK We talk about epic places and activities for a hen do in the UK and also some ideas for hen dos abroad too where we've tried to cater for a mix of gorgeous brides from those who love to go out-out and those who like a much quieter much more chilled vibe. As with everything to do with your wedding we want you to have your hen do your way be that a night out, a weekend away, having a pamper party or partaking in a hot tug. Yep, you read that right, a hot tug. Strap in guys and girls, this is the longest episode yet! Oh and here's a list of hilarious movies to get you in the mood for your impending hen do: Bridesmaids - OBVS - Even if you’ve already seen it! Watch it again! (Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy) Rough Night (Scarlett Johanssen, Zoe Kravitz) The Bachelorette (Kirsten Dunst, Rebel Wilson, Isla Fisher) The Proposal (Sandra Bullock) Girls Trip - Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith Sex And The City (You know the cast of this one) Visit our show notes page for more hen do inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

If you're thinking about hosting your own wedding this episode is for you! Charlotte and Becky go through everything you need to know to throw the wedding of the year in a marquee, a tipi, your aunty Jill's back garden or your favourite village hall. There is a huge misconception that hosting your own wedding is the cheaper option. In some cases then yes, perhaps so but not always so we're here to let you know exactly everything you need to consider before going ahead. We talk planners, partying and yep - porter loos. Check out this link for laws around bar licensing and make sure you head to our Pinterest page where you can find dedicated boards on woodland weddings, back garden weddings and marquees and tipis. Visit our show notes page for real wedding inspiration with rainy days and beyond. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Sometimes things go wrong and not exactly to plan. From how to manage let down suppliers to being prepared for the little things that might need fixing on the day, Charlotte and Becky guide you through how to have the perfect plan B so that your day still runs as smoothly as possible. If things don't go to plan, grab your beau, an extra glass of fizz and make the unexpected a part of your day. Rain or mega shine your wedding day will be perfect because it's about you making a commitment to your fave person in the whole world. As well as advice from our girls, you can rely on the advice of fellow brides by checking out the weddings below. Visit our show notes page for real wedding inspiration with rainy days and beyond. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

When it comes to wedding entertainment your choices are endless. It can be a huge deal for some couples who can spend up to 30%+ of their budget on it whereas other couples feel like good old fashioned conversation is the best form of wedding entertainment. As we always say, Your Day Your Way! We're here for whatever makes you the happiest. Wedding Entertainment In this episode of the podcast Charlotte and Becky talk about their own wedding entertainment; which was completely different. They look at he most popular types of entertainment and how to successfully choose your suppliers. Speaking of suppliers, check out The Redfords, Tobi Tobi, Joel Grainger, The Mini Big Bang, The Little Red Bus, The Best Men and more on our handpicked supplier directory The List. Find out the top floor fillers and what to expect from your wedding band too. And if in doubt - reach for the Billy Ray Cyrus. He makes an appearance in the episode a couple of times because you know, Billy Ray. Make sure you check out the weddings below for some fabulous wedding entertainment inspiration and don't forget to find more on our dedicated Pinterest board! On a side note - entertainment for kids coming in a separate episode :) Visit our show notes page for loads of DIY inspiration. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Planning on having a DIY wedding? Have you thought about where to start or which elements you want to be DIY? In this first episode of series 3 of Rock My Wedding: The Podcast, Charlotte and Becky share loads of DIY wedding ideas with you. From glitter balls and bottles to making your DIY eco friendly the girls chat about all things DIY wedding. Be sure to listen to find out how long things take and how to be careful not to overdo it and stress yourself out. There is chat about pulling on your creative friends and setting expectations and then of course, loads and loads of ideas which you can explore further in the incredible real DIY weddings below! Visit our show notes page for loads of DIY inspiration. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

The episode you've been waiting for! How much alcohol do you need at your wedding? Charlotte and Becky get all Carol Vorderman on you and let you know exactly how much you need for your drinks reception through to the end of your wedding breakfast and also how to stock your own bar. Don't forget to include soft drinks in your calculations as well for those guests who don't or can't drink! With ideas for the prefect wedding cocktails and mocktails to chatting about drinks stations and how to personalise your offering, this episode covers all things drink and finally answers the age old question of how much drink you really need to provide for your guests. Find great bars for your wedding on our handpicked supplier directory The List and thanks to Okehurst for the great advice. Visit our show notes page for loads of drinks inspiration for your big day and see out dedicated 'cocktail hour' Pinterest board too. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

What do grooms really think about wedding planning? In this episode Becky is joined by RMW team member Alice and her new husband Ben where they chat all things wedding planning from the grooms perspective. From divvying up tasks and admitting your weaknesses to controlling your nerves and creating a whole host of amazing memories; Ben talks us through their day from his point of view. Find out what a wedding Wednesday is and how to take the stress out of that all important shopping trip to find the perfect suit. Ben also talks us through having frank and upfront chats with family members in order to maintain peace throughout the process. You will absolutely love how he tells the story of the best day of his life. He has such enthusiasm, is really articulate and has some cracking tales to tell, so we hope you love this episode as much as we loved recording it. You can check out Alice and Ben's gorgeous Nancarrow Farm wedding here. Shot by the ever talented Ross Talling. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

You spoke, we listened and here it is. Series 2 episode 6 is all about the best bridal party gifts. You didn't want shit. You didn't want twee. We have avoided both of those things and come up with some gorgeous bridal party gift ideas for you to shower your nearest and dearest with. Rock My Wedding have teamed up with Birchbox to bring you an amazing beauty box which makes the perfect gift - you can get yours here! We also talk about making sure you have your day your way and so if you don't want to buy any gifts or spend any more money (we all know arms and legs get spent on weddings these days) then quite frankly, you don't have to! There should be no expectations. You do you. Bridal Party Gifts From niche gifting to things you can find easily on the high street we've got all angles covered so get comfy grab a cuppa/wine/gin and get ready for 25 minutes of chat all about bridal party gifting. You're welcome. Find some great gifts right here: RMW X Birchbox Katie Loxton Pouches Oliver Bonas Make Up Bags Sound Wave Print Studio Seed Gift Boxes Flower Subscription Afternoon Tea in the Midlands Spa Days at Hoar Cross and Cowley Manor Build Your Own Hamper For your newly engaged bridal party babes - RMW Your Day Your Way. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

In this episode of the podcast Charlotte and Becky are joined by Kim Turkington of Love Cloth to try and help you prepare for your dream destination wedding. They chat all things destination weddings and where to start. From how to decide where to get married and how to transport your dress to the legalities of a destination wedding and what to do to involve those people who just can't make it. Check back soon for more specific episodes focused on the most popular destinations. You can follow Kim on Instagram @loveclothblog or visit her website www.lovecloth.co.uk. For more information on getting married abroad please visit https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad and for more information about same sex destination weddings please visit www.ilga.org. For tips on how to avoid 'melty' make-up visit our sister site over at Rock My Style and go back and listen to series 2 episode 2 of Rock My Wedding : The Podcast. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Bridal accessories can really finish off your wedding outfit but they can also be where your outfit starts. Perhaps you always wanted to splash out on those Louboutins or maybe you have a piece of jewellery that's really important to you so you'd like the rest of your outfit to fit alongside that. Either way, do you. Charlotte shares regrets about her bridal accessories and gets all 'Mother of Dragons' on us and tells you the piece she would wear today if she was getting married now. The girls talk everything from capes to hair vines, but not veils. That's a whole other podcast! Visit our accessories board on Pinterest for more inspiration and please check out the accessories section of The List to find all the suppliers we mention in the episode and more and see some of our favourite real weddings below with amazing accessories. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

In this episode Charlotte and Becky are joined by wedding photographer Anna Clarke of We Are The Clarkes as they delve into the depths of wedding photography. From how to find the best wedding photographer for you to what it means to be a wedding photographer and how to get the most from your photographer on your day. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

We all want to look like the best version of ourselves on our wedding day and looking good comes from feeling great inside. The appearance of your skin can have a big impact on how you feel so we want to try and help you get it right on the build up to your big day with our wedding beauty basics tips. From when to start new skin care routines to other products that could affect your skin that you've not thought about. Self confessed beauty junkie Charlotte talks about how to get it right and Becky learns a thing or two. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Bridebook 2018 report: https://bridebook.co.uk/article/bridebook-wedding-report-2018 Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Looking forward to buying your wedding dress or wondering where you start? Are you having designer or high street? Are you terrified of the experience or can you not wait? We're joined on episode 9 by boutique owner Maddi who answers all your questions from why you shouldn't take photos at your wedding dress appointment to how you make sure that the boutique you visit has something for you. We talk about when to start shopping and how to care for your dress before and after your big day and our top tips for a successful wedding dress buying including budgeting and who to take with you. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Bridebook 2018 report: https://bridebook.co.uk/article/bridebook-wedding-report-2018 Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Not sure where to start when it comes to your wedding budget? We get it! How can you even start planning your wedding budget when you have no idea how much things typically cost? We break down the average costs for all your wedding suppliers and provide you with a wedding budget breakdown to give you a great starting point when it comes to planning your big day. With all the facts and figures and a laugh along the way you'll come away feeling confident about how to budget for your wedding. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding inspiration! Bridebook 2018 report: https://bridebook.co.uk/article/bridebook-wedding-report-2018 Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

You're engaged! Congratulations! In this episode we guide you through a month by month wedding planning timeline so that you can have the most stress free 12 months possible. If you're getting married in less than 12 months fear not! We talk about shorter engagements too and you can find some amazing weddings on our show notes page that were planned in tighter timeframes. From what to do as soon as you're engaged to when you should send out your invitations, we cover it all. To be clear, this episode isn't sponsored by Prosecco and you should drink responsibly... Preferably with the Rock My Wedding book in hand whilst ticking off your Rock My Wedding planning timeline. You're welcome. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding reading inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Have you chosen your wedding readings yet? Are you even having any? In this episode we discuss the three rules of wedding readings. We chat about our own and give you lots of ideas for where you can find the perfect wedding reading for you. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and tonnes of wedding reading inspiration! Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Who is walking you down the aisle? Maybe you’re part of the 8% of readers who are walking themselves down the aisle. You sassy bunch. We talk about alternative options to the traditional too because after all, we're all about having your day your way. Real brides Emilie and Ruth didn't just have one aisle. They had three. And why the heck not! Enjoy! Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Saving money and adding value. That’s what episode four is all about. We break down into sections ways in which you can save money on your wedding. From DIY flowers to ditching favours, you can hear lots of inspirational ways to trim your budget down in certain areas to allow you to spend more on the areas that mean the most to you. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes and amazing examples of the things we discuss. Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Do you seat all your friends together or do you mix it up? How about having a seating plan for your ceremony? And what do you do if someone doesn't turn up? We cover all the bases when it comes to organising your seating plan so you can put it together without losing your sh*t. Wine helps. FYI drink responsibly. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

‘It boiled down to self preservation really and how I might feel in the future if I decided not to invite him’. Laura from Rock My Wedding’s supplier directory, The List, joins Charlotte and Becky to talk about her thought process when it came to deciding whether or not to invite her biological father to her wedding. Join us to chat about our own guest lists challenges and tackle everything from divorced parents to whether or not to invite children. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message

Join founder Charlotte O'Shea and content creator and graphic designer Becky Sappor as they talk all things bridesmaids. From their roles in your big day to what they wear and predictions for next years trends, the girls get down to the nitty gritty and reimagine their own weddings and what they might do differently. Be prepared for discussions involving bum flashing, Justin Timberlake and thigh high boots. But not necessarily in that order. Visit rockmywedding.co.uk/podcast for full show notes Produced by We Are The Clarkes // www.wearetheclarkes.com Music by Matthias Harris // https://musicvine.com/track/1134 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rockmywedding/message