Wedding Mayhem: Wedding Tips, Supplier Advice, Real Stories & What No One Tells You

Last-Minute Weddings, Bridal Trials & Ceremony Secrets Revealed!

• Sharon Underwood & Lauren Shergold

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Last-Minute Weddings, Bridal Trials & Ceremony Secrets Revealed!

In this episode of Wedding Mayhem, Sharon is joined by bridal makeup artist Jojo Hicks and celebrant Susan McGregor for a brilliant conversation packed with real wedding insight. 

Jojo shares why makeup and hair trials are such an important part of the planning process, especially when brides are booking later than ever and making big style decisions close to the wedding day. 

The chat also explores how the dress, neckline, and overall bridal look can shape the hair and makeup choices, giving couples practical advice on how to plan everything in the right order.

Susan then lifts the lid on what a celebrant actually does and why so many couples still do not realise they have a choice beyond a standard registrar ceremony. 

She explains the difference between the legal part of a wedding and the personal celebration, and talks about how celebrant-led weddings can include bespoke vows, meaningful readings, cultural traditions, multilingual elements, and symbolic rituals like wine blending. It is a thoughtful, honest, and eye-opening episode full of advice for couples who want a wedding ceremony that feels personal, memorable, and completely true to them.

Contact:

Susan McGregor:

Website: https://susanmcgregorcelebrant.co.uk/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanmcgregorcelebrant/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Susan-McGregor-Celebrant/100089656429546/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-mcgregor-celebrant/
Email: contact@susanmcgregorcelebrant.co.uk

JoJo Hicks

Website: https://jojohicksmua.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_hicks_mua
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jojo.hicksmakeupartistandhair

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Welcome to Wedding Mayhem the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the wedding industry. Also available on YouTube as a full studio broadcast.

Hosted by Sharon Underwood, bridal boutique owner with over 25 years in the industry, this is where real weddings are talked about honestly not just the polished version you see online.

From emotional moments to things that don’t quite go to plan, Sharon shares the truth about weddings with humour, experience, and a no-nonsense approach.

Each week, a different wedding supplier joins the show to share their top tips, expert advice, and what couples really need to know when booking for their wedding.

Each episode features candid conversations with wedding professionals from photographers and stylists to celebrants and content creators giving you insider knowledge and the things couples are rarely told.

Because let’s be honest… weddings aren’t always perfect  and that’s where the magic (and the mayhem) happens.

Whether you’re planning your wedding, working in the industry, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, Wedding Mayhem is here to help you feel informed, confident, and a little less overwhelmed.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday at 4pm
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Podcast Contact us:  https://www.weddingmayhem.co.uk
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