#21: Ella Victoria - "Every decision has a weight to it"

#24: Hallie Swain - "We did not expect it to go viral"

Hallie Swain joins Kiera to share the real story behind the vows that went viral. Her partner Zach secretly spent months learning sign language so he could sign his wedding vows to Hallie’s deaf parents - a moment that has since been viewed by millions. But behind that emotional clip was a planning process that pushed them both to their limits. From juggling a venue that included nothing, navigating the stress of rain plans and vendor miscommunication, to holding tight to her original vision despite the pressure of wedding TikTok - Hallie opens up about the stress, the joy, and what grounded her through it all This episode is honest, heartfelt, and a reminder that even the most viral weddings come with their share of overwhelm behind the scenes. Follow along: @halliekulick [https://www.instagram.com/halliekulick/] @creativeweddingsbyronbay [https://www.instagram.com/creativeweddingsbyronbay/] @dearfuturebridepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/dearfuturebridepodcast/]

#23: Taylah Jayne - "That ick will never be topped."

Taylah from House of Chapters joins Kiera to break down the photography advice no one else is giving. From how to actually look relaxed in your photos to why lighting makes or breaks your ceremony shots - Taylah shares the kind of real insight couples need before the day arrives. From unfiltered icks to the Pinterest shots she’s begging couples to stop requesting - this episode is full of tips that will help you enjoy the day and love your photos after. Follow along: @houseofchapters_ @creativeweddingsbyronbay @dearfuturebridepodcast

#22: Bobbie Jo Davis - "We need to somehow get this on Netflix"

Bobbie Jo Davis joins Kiera to talk about planning a destination wedding while living in three different time zones, and still being in a long-distance relationship. With Bobbie based in New York, Flynn in London, and the wedding in Spain, pulling it off meant navigating distance, staying aligned from afar, and making the most of limited time together. This episode dives into how they stayed connected, made key decisions across continents, and pulled off their first dance with just four in-person rehearsals. It’s funny, unfiltered, and a powerful look at what it really takes to pull off a wedding when your love story spans continents. Follow along: @bobbiejo_davis @creativeweddingsbyronbay @dearfuturebridepodcast

#21: Ella Victoria - "Every decision has a weight to it"

Ella Victoria joins Kiera to share the real story behind the calm, curated wedding you might’ve seen on Instagram. A no-phone ceremony, timeless white chapel, saxophone on the dance floor - on the surface, it looked seamless. But behind the scenes, it was a juggle of last-minute vendor changes, planning from interstate, and the weight of trying to please everyone. In this episode, Ella opens up about the pressure of taking it all on herself, the emotional moment that caught her off guard, and the planning decision she’d make differently now. It’s honest, practical, and a reminder that when you’re in charge of everything, something’s got to give. Follow along: @ella_victoriaa @dearfuturebridepodcast @creativeweddingsbyronbay

#20: Meg Byers - "The dress was botched"

Meg Byers joins Kiera to talk about what wedding planning really felt like - from the outside, her day looked cool, coastal and effortless. But behind the scenes, things got messy. From TikTok-induced doubt to a botched designer dress and full-blown emotional shutdown, Meg had to dig deep to find her way back to joy. In this episode, she opens up about spiralling self-doubt, the surprising shift that helped her reset, and the unforgettable way the night wrapped up - somewhere no one saw coming. This one’s for the brides drowning in decisions, quietly panicking behind their Pinterest boards, and needing the reminder: the magic is rarely in the picture-perfect plan - it’s in what you feel. Follow along: @megcochranebyers @dearfuturebridepodcast @creativeweddingsbyronbay