Two Families Walk Into a Wedding
They don't know each other. Half the room knows one of you, the other half knows the other, and there's a polite awkwardness hanging over the whole affair like a slightly too-long best man speech. Sound familiar?
That's the problem the Love Story solves. As your MC and DJ, I interview you both before the wedding, craft your story into something warm and funny and honest, and share it with your guests during the day. By the time I'm done, those two halves of the room feel like one crowd. Strangers become friends who feel they actually know you as a couple.
Why This Works
It isn't magic; it's preparation. I speak with each of you separately, so I get both sides of how you met, the proposal, the inside jokes. The version you hear on the day includes details your partner mentioned that you didn't know they'd share. That's where the tears come from, and the laughter. Combined with ice-breaking and introductions, it turns a wedding from an event into something people actually remember.
How It Works
There's no clipboard or formal Q&A. It's a Zoom call, a conversation, and a story that you approve before anyone hears a word of it.
We Book a Chat
A 45-minute Zoom call, usually 4-6 weeks before your wedding. Relaxed, no preparation needed on your side.
I Speak to You Separately
15-20 minutes each. This is where the gold is. You both remember the same moments differently, and the gaps between your versions are what make the story real.
The Good Questions
How you met. First impressions (the honest ones). When you knew this was serious. The inside jokes. What you love most about each other. I'm listening for the details that make your story yours.
I Write Your Story
Not a speech. Not a timeline. A narrative with warmth, humour, and enough heart to get your dad wiping his eyes before the main course arrives.
You Approve Every Word
You see the written story before the wedding. Change anything, remove anything, add anything. Nothing is shared until you're completely happy with it.
The Delivery
Told live to your guests at the right moment. Warm, well-paced, and engaging enough to hold a room that's been drinking prosecco for three hours.
Read more about the craft behind wedding storytelling and how good timing makes announcements feel natural.
What It Actually Sounds Like
This is a fictional example, but it's representative of the tone and style. Every real story is different because every couple is different.
The Love Story of Emma and David
How They Met
Emma and David first crossed paths at a mutual friend's birthday party in 2019. Emma was there because her best friend dragged her out despite her plan for a quiet night with Netflix. David was there because he had heard there would be good pizza. There was not good pizza, but there was Emma.
David tried to impress her by explaining the correct technique for throwing darts. Emma politely informed him he was holding it wrong. She then hit a bullseye. Twice. David maintains he let her win.
First Impressions
Emma says her first impression of David was that he seemed confident but probably did not deserve to be. David's first impression of Emma was that she was way out of his league. He was right.
They exchanged numbers that night. Emma saved David as "Dart Guy (Maybe)". David saved Emma as "Emma. Do not mess this up."
The Journey
Their first proper date was supposed to be dinner at a nice Italian restaurant. The restaurant had closed down. They ended up eating fish and chips on a bench overlooking the river. It rained. Emma still says it was perfect.
Two years later, they moved in together. David learned that Emma cannot function before her first coffee. Emma learned that David talks in his sleep, mostly about spreadsheets. They bought their first plant together. It died within two weeks. They bought another one. That one is still going strong.
The Proposal
David proposed during a weekend trip to the Cotswolds. He had planned an elaborate picnic with champagne and a photographer hiding in the bushes. It rained. The photographer got stuck in mud. The champagne was warm. Emma said yes before David finished his speech because she was cold and wanted to go inside for tea.
When asked what she loves most about David, Emma says it is how he makes the ordinary feel special. When asked what he loves most about Emma, David says it is how she always sees the best in people, even him.
Today, surrounded by the people who matter most, they begin their next chapter. And this time, there is good pizza.
When Do Guests Hear It?
We decide together during planning. These are the options that work best:
The timing matters more than people think. Learn about the unseen work of an MC and how it shapes the flow of a whole day.
Who Gets the Most From This?
Every couple has a story, but some celebrations get even more from having it told properly:
Mature Couples
Second time around, finding each other later in life, blending families. Your story of starting again has a depth to it that deserves more than a passing mention.
LGBTQ+ Couples
Your story told on your terms, without assumptions. Inclusive storytelling that celebrates what makes your journey yours.
Blended Families
When the wedding brings together children, stepchildren, and extended families, the Love Story helps everyone feel part of what's happening.
Long-Distance Relationships
If your relationship survived time zones, visa applications, and six-hour FaceTime calls, your guests will want to hear how you made it work.
Couples Who Hate the Spotlight
If traditional speeches make you anxious, the Love Story lets your journey be shared without you having to stand up and speak. You just sit and listen.
International Guest Lists
When guests have flown in from different countries and cultures, a well-told story gives everyone a shared point of connection before the evening begins.
Love Story and Ice-Breaking: Better Together
The Love Story tells your guests who you are. Ice-breaking helps them connect with each other. The two work together, and the combination is what turns a room of polite strangers into a crowd.
- Pearls of Wisdom cards where guests write advice, prompted by details from your story
- Table quiz questions based on moments from the narrative ("Where did David think the good pizza would be?")
- Guest introductions that help people meet others who share connections to your journey
This combination works especially well at larger venues like Hampton Court Palace or Pennyhill Park where not everyone knows each other.
Why a Typical DJ Can't Do This
A typical wedding DJ shows up, plays music, and makes basic announcements. That's fine. But the Love Story requires a different set of skills entirely:
- Time spent getting to know you as people, not just a playlist
- Writing ability; turning your raw stories into something that holds a room
- Delivery; knowing when to pause, when to let the laughter settle, when to move on
- Judgement; understanding what to share and what to leave out
It's part of what makes a Wedding Host different from someone who just plays records. Once the dancing starts, I step back and let the music do its job. But during the moments that matter, your story deserves a voice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Love Story service?
I interview you as a couple (separately, so you each speak freely), craft your story into a narrative, and share it with your guests during your wedding day. It helps two sides of a room feel like one group.
How long is the interview?
About 30-45 minutes via Zoom. I speak with each partner for 15-20 minutes. It's a conversation, not a questionnaire. You don't need to prepare anything.
When is The Love Story shared during the wedding?
Most couples choose before the wedding breakfast or as part of the Grand Entrance. It can also be woven through the day in smaller pieces. We decide together during planning.
Is it appropriate for second marriages?
Especially so. Mature couples and second marriages often have the richest stories. Finding each other again, blending families, starting over. That deserves to be heard.
Can we review the story before the wedding?
Always. You see every word before the day. Change anything, remove anything, add anything. Nothing is shared without your approval.
What if we're private people?
Then we keep it tight. Some couples want every detail told; others want the highlights and nothing too personal. You decide the boundaries, and I respect them completely.
How is this different from wedding speeches?
Speeches are someone else's perspective on you. The Love Story is yours, crafted from your own words and memories, delivered by someone who can hold a room without nerves or rambling. For tips on speeches generally, see the speech survival guide.
Is it included in the package?
The Love Story is included in the Wedding Host package. It's one of the things that sets this apart from a standard DJ booking. See packages and pricing or get in touch to discuss what you need.
What venues work best?
Any venue works, but intimate rooms with good acoustics are ideal. Botleys Mansion, Farnham Castle, and Stanlake Park are all excellent. Browse the Surrey, Berkshire, or Oxfordshire venue guides for more.
What if one of us is nervous about being talked about?
Very common, and completely fine. The story focuses on your journey together, not individual performances. You control every detail that's shared. Most nervous couples end up telling me it was their favourite part of the day, because they got to experience their own story through their guests' reactions.