In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale travels to Derry to visit MJ Menswear, where he’s joined by Jason to talk all things wedding suits, styling, and planning.

Jason breaks down what couples really need to know when it comes to wedding menswear, including:

When grooms should start suit shopping

Buying vs hiring suits (and how to save money for wedding parties)

Popular groom and groomsmen styles right now

Colour trends beyond the traditional black tux

Coordinating suits with bridesmaids and overall wedding themes

How MJ Menswear manages fittings, alterations, and last-minute timelines

They also discuss how couples can reduce stress by booking early, using flexible payment options, and treating suits as part of the overall wedding planning process — not an afterthought.

If you’re a groom (or bride!) trying to figure out what suits to choose, when to book, and how to keep costs sensible, this episode is packed with practical advice straight from the shop floor.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Rooney, founder of Champagne Memories Weddings & Events, one of the most recognisable and in-demand names in the Northern Ireland wedding industry.

Chris shares the real story behind the brand — how Champagne Memories began, how it grew into the business couples see today, and what it actually takes to build something successful in the wedding world.

This conversation goes far deeper than styling trends or logistics.

Chris speaks honestly about:

• Building and scaling a wedding business
• Maintaining high standards under pressure
• Navigating a year of intense personal challenges
• The emotional weight behind polished brands and perfect weddings
• The human reality behind Instagram, timelines, and flawless setups

It’s a powerful reminder — for both suppliers and couples — that behind every beautiful wedding is a real person, balancing creativity, responsibility, expectations, and real life.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, hosts Dale & Jenna sit down with Natalie to hear a real, honest Bride-to-Be perspective on planning a wedding in today’s world.

Natalie shares her full wedding planning journey — from getting engaged, choosing a venue, setting non-negotiables and budgets, right through to booking suppliers and navigating decision fatigue.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, host Dale Thomas is joined by Janine Kinnear, a professional wedding pianist with a truly unique second career — she’s also a firefighter.

Janine shares expert advice on:

Popular wedding music trends couples are choosing right now

How to pick the perfect songs for your ceremony

Where live piano works best — ceremony, drinks reception, meal background & more

How couples can personalise their music without overcomplicating things.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale & Jenna sit down with The Manouche Boys to talk all things wedding music, entertainment, and keeping the dancefloor full.

With over a decade of wedding experience, the Manouche Boys share how the band evolved from relaxed drinks reception swing and jazz into a high-energy, fully interactive wedding band, complete with sax, multiple vocals, harmonies, and a seamless band-to-DJ setup.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, hosts Dale & Jenna are joined by Nicola and Laura from the Four Seasons Hotel Monaghan to take couples behind the scenes of one of Ireland’s most popular wedding venues.

They chat through the full wedding journey — from your very first enquiry right through to the big day itself — including civil ceremonies on site, one-wedding-per-day exclusivity, dedicated wedding coordinators, beautiful ceremony and reception suites, and a seamless flow from start to finish.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, hosts Dale and Jenna visit the iconic Stormont Hotel in Belfast to chat with Philip, Front Desk Manager, and Jennifer, Events Manager, about what makes weddings at this landmark venue so special.

With a rich history dating back to 1966 and set at the entrance to the Stormont Estate, the Stormont Hotel blends classic elegance with modern convenience — and Philip and Jennifer take us behind the scenes of how wedding days are carefully planned and flawlessly delivered.

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In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, hosts Dale and Jenna head to the beautiful Drenagh Estate in Limavady to chat with James Aiken, the photographer behind James Aiken Photography, about what really goes into capturing a wedding day from start to finish.

James shares his journey into photography, which began in 2014 when he picked up a camera to document family life — before quickly discovering a passion for weddings. From early workshops to his first solo weddings, he explains how his confidence, style and approach evolved as the wedding industry itself changed.

Known for his documentary-led storytelling style, James talks about blending candid moments with editorial, romantic and traditional portraits to tell the full story of a wedding day — from morning prep right through to the dancefloor, when couples and guests truly relax.

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