So many of the words in this blog struck home for me. The concept of feeling safe with your wedding photographer; of being self-aware and comfortable in your skin – it’s just not something the mainstream wedding media really talk about.

But it’s mega important. There’s a sense that people change when they’re planning a wedding – that life’s all about excitement and trends and suddenly, Pinterest is everything. That really doesn’t have to be true! Today’s blog is all about being YOU – and our wonderful friend Ross Willsher Photography is with some tips to help you navigate the wedding world, just as you are. 

It’s an absolute pleasure to share this advice article by Cornwall wedding photographer Chris Armstrong. If you haven’t had an engagement shoot yet, we recommend it! The love and joy in the pics we’ve shared from Chris speak for themselves – but he tops it with reasons why a pre-wedding photo session will help you on your wedding day!

An engagement photoshoot offers several benefits for couples who are about to tie the knot.

Here are some advantages of having an engagement photoshoot:

Capturing a milestone: Engagement photoshoots allow you to capture a significant moment in your relationship. It’s a way to document and celebrate your engagement, creating lasting memories that you can cherish for years to come.

A guest blog sent to us by Langley Castle. Header image by Gemma Randall Photography


Your chosen colour scheme – if you have one! – might determine almost every part of your wedding day – from decorations to food.

Whether you are having a wedding in a castle or you opt for a discreet back garden wedding, your colour scheme can pull the whole event together. We’ve shared some upcoming trends from experts Zoe Burke at Hitched and Katie Lowes, wedding and events coordinator at Langley Castle to help you get started!

A guest blog from English Wedding member Chapel House Estate with images by Fleur Challis


There is so much to think about when starting out on the wedding planning journey. However, picking your wedding venue is one of the most critical aspects of planning your journey.

Your wedding venue sets the tone for your day, so you must ensure it is perfect. With so many choices out there it can therefore be tough to narrow your search, especially if you want to get married in Kent, one of the most sought-after counties in the country, at an outdoor wedding venue. So, if you are planning on getting married in Kent, there are a few other things to consider and keep in mind when choosing your venue.

Are you thinking of having a vegan wedding? Perhaps you’ve been invited to one, and you’re wondering what it’s all about. We’ll explain what a vegan wedding is, what to expect – and how you can plan one!

There’s a lack of awareness in the wedding industry, of what a vegan wedding might be.

There’s also a kind of nervousness from non-vegans, about attending a vegan wedding. Will it be weird? Will I have to eat raw vegetables all day? Can I have a drink? The answers are, in order, no, no – and YES of course you can!