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We will be hearing about Kelsey’s own relationship with her skin going up, and her journey to healing numerous skin conditions along the way. As well as building her own skin confidence, which later led her to want to help other women on their wedding day to feel the best version of themselves through the use of makeup. Kelsey will be clearing up many misconceptions around vegan and cruelty-free makeup and what that means, both for the supply chain of products and for the consumer. Kelsey will also share with us her top tips for selecting your makeup artist for your big day.

Sara is a professional opera singer who has managed to turn her obsession with fine antique jewellery into a profitable dual career. The two sides of her professional life work together in perfect harmony; while performing major roles with opera companies around the US and traveling alongside her opera singing husband, Sara is able to source jewellery pieces from all over the world. This unique opportunity allows her to offer her customers some of the most unique and exquisite vintage and antique fine jewellery pieces available today all from her worldwide online shop Songbird Sara Jewellery. Today, I am going to talk to Sara about: her passion for jewellery and how she got into the industry what to look out for if you want a vintage/ antique engagement ring what advice she would give to you brides out there that already know what kind of vintage/ antique engagement ring you want – and how to make sure your partner gets you the ring of your dreams! how to curate the perfect wedding day jewellery look how to give your bridesmaid/s gifts that they’ll love.

This week we are talking all things Boho Wedding Trends across the industry and what we have to look forward to over the next few years. We will also talk about how COVID is impacting trends across the UK, as well as how you can interpret the wedding trends and personalize your big day to truly represent you as a newly wed couple!

Todays podcast episode is dedicated to all of you beautiful couples out there who were ready and looking forward to their special day taking part in Spring Summer 2020, but had to suddenly cancel their plans and rearrange everything to a later date in the future due to COVID. I am spending some dedicated time today talking to the fabulous Sally Jackson - a Nurse, Nutrition Coach and Emotional Resilience Trainer, all about making self care your priority whilst working through your 2020 wedding postponement.

I was lucky enough to interview the very talented Holly Miller, business owner and cake designer from Cake Design from Holly Miller before lockdown. If you don't no where to start when it comes to your Wedding Cakes selections, then this episode is a great introduction to get to grips with the wedding cake basics and options available for your big day. Enjoy!  

Whether you are planning your dream outside ceremony, or looking to create an open air wedding day with social distancing in mind, then listen up! I had the pleasure of interviewing Alice Acton, the Custodian and Events Manager at the magical Midelney Manor, a 16th Century Manor House, barn, gardens and woods. Alice will be sharing with us her wealth of knowledge and experience in wedding planning and giving us her top tips and advice on how to plan and mitigate any issues that come arise due to our beautiful British weather.

As a wedding florist, I empathise with couples when it comes to the task of sorting out their flowers for their big day. After all, most people generally won’t have had any previous experience with the purchase of flowers before for a wedding and so can feel a little daunted at the prospect. So join me as I talk you through what considerations come into play when selecting your dream wedding florals and what you can expect to pay.

In Episode 3 of The Boho Bride Guide Podcast,we will be taking a closer look at the handmade, Fair Trade and ethically sourced jewellery trade with the fabulous Julia Thompson, a British jewellery designer and silversmith based in South Somerset, England. I have been very excited myself to learn more about this subject, not only from a craftsmanship point of view, but also am looking forward to learn more about the ethically sourced jewellery trade and how we as consumers can make more informed choices around our wedding jewellery purchases.  I was lucky enough to meet the very talented Julia, from Julia Thompson Jewellery, when I came across her work online and thought her unique style would be perfect for a wedding editorial I was organising with the theme of ‘Boho Botanical Victoriana’. Her expressive selection of unique statement necklaces, stacking nest rings, and elegant drop earrings, all built on a strong ethos of Fair Trade ethics, had me totally sold into the idea and couldn’t wait to work with her. And that is why I wanted to also dedicate an episode of the podcast to the work she does and the causes she promotes so passionately.  

In episode 2 of The Boho Bride Guide Podcast we are chatting all things wedding photography with the very talented Jamie Denny, a Commercial, Portrait and Wedding Photographer that covers the South West of the UK and beyond. Jamie will be sharing his wealth of experience and expertise to help us clarify what ‘9 crucial questions you need to ask your photographer to achieve your dream wedding day images’. So, if you are a bride or groom to be and about to embark on your search for the perfect wedding photographer for you as a couple, or you are in the mist of confirming details with your chosen photographer. This episode will give you the essential information you need to get the most out of your working relationship to achieve your dream wedding day images exactly the way you envisaged.

Welcome to Episode 1 of The Boho Bride Guide Podcast. Great to have you here! In this episode you will be introduced to the founder of The Boho Bride Guide, Jennifer Maynard and as she explains her story and why she is known for the 'Just Do it Girl'. Jennifer will also explain a more around what we mean by the term ‘Boho’ and why this word sets the scene for the ethos of the brand. How The Boho Bride Guide Podcast will Assist You in Your Wedding Planning Journey In Season 1 of the Podcast we will be shining a spotlight on the many hidden gems of extraordinary wedding vendors and services from across the South West of the UK. Jennifer will be interviewing wedding experts in their field to uncover top tips, hints and advice on how to create your dream 'Boho Inspired' wedding day, and how to stick to your guns and get the day you REALLY want! Get Inspired Be Bold and Blaze your own Trail and Make your Day Unique to you! Please Join Our Conversation! Let us know what you think by leaving us a Podcast comment, or say hello via our social media handles: www.facebook.com/thebohobrideguide www.instagram.com/thebohobrideguide_ We are here to help and support you and much as possible, so do tell us what you think and what other future topics would be of use to you!