If you’re looking for a little joy in the world today, we have it for you. A quiet elopement in Devon, set in a 20th century mansion which offers intimate weddings for 2 as well as celebrations for over a hundred guests. Lucy and Lewis chose to elope, as they have two young children and in Lucy’s words, “we wanted to be in the moment and enjoy it together.” The beautiful images prove they did just that. They celebrated three weeks later with friends and family with a wedding in Plymouth – but it’s their elopement story we’re sharing on English Wedding today.
The images are timeless as the couple’s elegant attire; the backdrop is exquisite and the day looks magical. Lucy told English Wedding, “Ewelina (OTEM Photography) fitted in with this vibe perfectly and was irreplaceable.”
“Ewelina at OTEM photography is the most incredible, amazing, talented photographer you could ask for. She cares so much about your vision and what you want from your photos. She has gone above and beyond more than I ever could have asked for. Her work is INCREDIBLE. It’s better than I could have dreamed of. She’s captured my vision perfectly and she was such a huge part of our wedding.”
More recommended Devon wedding suppliers
Venue: Bovey Castle
Stunning! Chic, luxury, secluded.
Nouveaux hair and beauty
They went above and beyond. Helped me into my dress and walked with me to the ceremony. More than I ever could of asked for with hair and makeup.
This chic, stylish wedding ticks all the boxes. Stunning florals, elegant attire and the sweetest couple who’ve written loads about their fave suppliers for their English Wedding blog. Definitely the first wedding we’ve featured with an F1 simulator – and it went down a storm! As a wedding blogger and calligrapher, the highlights for me are 100% the gorgeous images captured by English Wedding member Joss Denham Photography, and Jodie’s gorgeous lettering – super stylish, and ever so beautifully done!
“One of the highlights was our little boy going down the aisle first in a ride-on Formula 1 car — a nod to our F1-themed day. We carried the theme through with tables named after Grand Prix tracks and the order of the day styled as “Today’s Line-Up and the seating plan I hand wrote on the barn doors as “Grid Postions”.
Wedding photographer’s website
North of England wedding photographer Joss Denham
Wedding photographer review
Joss Denham Photography – We feel so lucky to have had Joss capture our wedding. From the start, he just got us — relaxed, easy going, and totally in tune with what we wanted. On the day, he blended in naturally, chatting to everyone and capturing everything without it ever feeling staged. We are so happy with the photos — full of emotion, warmth, and real moments. If you want someone who’ll capture the day without turning it into a photoshoot, Joss is your guy. Thank you for the memories we’ll treasure forever.
Your best wedding moment or memory
One of my favourite moments was surprising Matt as I walked down the aisle. I secretly planned to change the song — after the final bridesmaid, the music switched to a pre-recorded version of the Formula 1 theme, played by a local violinist. Watching his face as he clocked what was happening was priceless — a mix of shock, emotion, and pure joy. It was such a personal touch and felt like the perfect way to kick off our ceremony. Another is just sitting back and seeing every single one of our guests enjoying themselves, all mingling with each other and having fun! Priceless to have all our loved ones together in that room.
Tell us anything you did differently – we love hearing about NEW traditions (or none at all!)
We wrote handwritten letters to every guest and popped them on their dinner seats, each with a photo on the back that perfectly captured a fun or special moment we’d shared. It was such a lovely surprise that brought out plenty of happy tears—and a whole lot of smiles too! It really made everyone feel extra loved and part of our day. We also had a free bar to keep the party vibes going and, instead of a traditional champagne tower and coffees, we poured an espresso martini tower — the perfect energy to keep everyone dancing all night!
Videographer name + review
Greg Burnett – From our first call, it felt like chatting to a mate—bonding over F1 and football, he just instantly got us and looking at his work we just knew we had to have him! On the day, he brought the perfect mix of calm, energy, and banter, made everyone feel at ease and blended in like one of the guests. We sobbed watching our trailer film back, it brought the whole day back to life and captured some special moments we thought were missed. His work is nothing short of incredible – we’re honestly obsessed. It’s more than just a wedding video, it’s our story, and we’ll treasure it forever. Greg is an absolute legend and master of his craft.
Venue name + review
Grange Barn, Marbury, Cheshire
Grange Barn was everything we dreamed of and more. From the moment we viewed it, we knew it was the one — rustic yet elegant, warm and breath-taking, we loved the open plan barn to keep everyone together and wow those views. We had so much freedom to make the day our own. Choosing Grange Barn was more than selecting a venue; it was about creating an experience to bring our vision to life surrounded by all our favourite people in one incredible venue from start to finish!
Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!
Jodie – I wore the Pen Liv ‘Blossom’ dress and I honestly couldn’t have loved it more if I tried. I didn’t have this style in mind at all, The Bridal Rooms suggested I try it and instantly I just knew it was the one! It’s soft, romantic and effortlessly sexy. The subtle sparkle, 3D florals and off shoulder bow sleeves are just insane! My seamstress Holly then customised the neckline into an illusion style, and it was hands down the best decision. It gave the dress a more polished finish, gave me more curves up top and made me feel so confident and happy all day!
Matt – I wore a Marc Darcy stone-coloured tux jacket with a matching waistcoat, black bow tie, and classic black trousers. The tailoring by Platts (Crewe) was spot on — sharp, modern, and effortlessly smart. It felt timeless but still stood out.
My best men and our little 10 month old boy were in full black tuxes, which looked great as a contrast and tied the whole look together nicely.
We both wore Christian Louboutin shoes – a little red sole moment for both of us. Jodie wore the Hot Chick 100s in white patent – super pointy, high, and seriously glam. I lasted until about 9pm before I completely lost feeling in my feet… no regrets!
Matt went for the classic black patent Chambeliss – sleek, timeless, and the perfect match for the suit. Clean, sharp, and seriously smart.
Wedding rings and jewellery
Diamond (surprise from Matt the morning of the wedding!) and pearl earrings, as well as engagement and wedding rings all from Moody’s jewellers in our town Nantwich. They’ve been part of our journey since the engagement and are incredible.
Florist name + review
Flowers – Roxanne @ Silk & Wild. Roxanne is genuinely so sweet, so creative and so passionate. She made our vision even more incredible with her thoughtful ideas. Every detail – especially the flawless red rose arrangements and the insanely stunning split arch – was pure perfection. Honestly it brought us to tears and everyone commented on the flowers. She didn’t just decorate our wedding; she was a huge part of the day. We’re so grateful for the beauty and care she brought to every bloom!
Cake maker name + review
We don’t like cake! Haha. It was a running joke with all Matt’s family that we were not having a cake. We kept it a surprise and booked in Jo (the wedding planner at Grange Barn) to make us an vintage style double-layer heart cake with ruffled piping around the edge, it was the classic victoria sponge with M & J on the top. Not going to lie it slightly converted us and we ate cake for breakfast the week after!
Special personal touches
We wanted the day to feel totally us, so we added a mix of bold, fun, and personal touches. We went all-out with loads of red roses — a show-stopping broken red rose arch as the aisle backdrop, single stems, flowing red bows, and a stunning bouquet. It gave everything a romantic and dramatic feel. Having everyone we love there was everything, especially our 10-month-old little man Jude, who made the biggest entrance riding down the aisle in his mini ride-on car. Then came my five bridesmaids, and finally me and my dad walking up to meet Matt. I just couldn’t stop smiling — it was perfect in every way.
The star attraction was the full size F1 car simulator we hired so everyone could have a go at racing around the track and trying to get the fastest lap (true top gear style leader board was included!) – of course Matt the competitor had to beat everyone to it right at the end! Everyone loved Stealth Racer.
Hair + makeup name + review
Emily O’Brien (Hair) – Emily was an absolute dream, she made my hair better than I ever imagined. She made me feel so calm, confident, and like the most beautiful version of myself. Not only is Emily incredibly talented, but her warm, relaxing energy was just what we needed in the morning. She played a huge part in making the morning so special and memorable for me and my girls. A true one-in-a-million! Farryn Ter-Ossepiantz (MUA) – Farryn is an absolute artist and a beautiful soul inside and out. From the very first trial, to the wedding day she wanted to make sure I was completely satisfied. On the wedding day, she made me feel so beautiful, radiant, and like a better version of myself. As well as her incredible makeup skills, Farryn has a calm and friendly presence and made us all feel so at ease. We all felt amazing thanks to Farryn, our makeup didn’t budge all night, even after lots of dancing! Simply the best.
Catering
Vivid bar and Fork and Field catering – fantastic food and drinks service and quality! The staff were so attentive whilst also laid back and friendly – exactly what we wanted, nothing was too much for them!
Entertainment
The Money music – We couldn’t have asked for a better band than The Money at our wedding. From their chilled acoustic set to the full band’s high-energy evening and dj set, they kept the dancefloor packed and the vibe electric all day and night. Having known these guys at uni, it was incredible to see them all these years later on our big day. Absolute legends who made our wedding unforgettable!
Stealth Racer – F1 Simulator – Stealth Racer tied in perfectly to our subtle F1 vibe running through the day (big F1 fans!) and everyone loved getting behind the wheel. Even though it’s full size, it looked sleek and classy outside the barn. It added a proper fun energy to the day and people are still talking about it! Thanks Vicky & Wayne!
When we got the photos back, we were blown away. They’re everything we hoped for and more. Our photographer Joss Denham captured the energy, the emotion, and all the fleeting little moments we didn’t even realise were happening. Nothing felt staged or forced. Just real, raw memories, beautifully told. Joss has an unreal talent for making us and all our guests feel totally at ease, and somehow was everywhere and nowhere at once on the day — the photos just appear, full of feeling. We couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you for giving us photos we’ll treasure forever.
We feel so lucky to have had Joss capture our wedding. From the first conversation, we knew he was the right fit for us and just got us — he was relaxed, easy to chat to, and completely in tune with what we were looking for: natural, honest moments. On the day, he blended in effortlessly, chatting away to us and guests all day and just quietly capturing everything as it happened, without us even realising! If you’re after someone who captures the heart of the day without ever making it feel like a photoshoot, this is your person. Candid, effortless, and truly special.
It’s been a lovely morning for me reading all about Emma and Tom’s wedding, which was a real family affair. From mum Joanne’s exquisite cake and flower skills, helped by Emma and family friend Sue, to Emma’s “something borrowed” diamond necklace and rings from uncle David and auntie Angela who own Spencer the Jeweller, family played a huge part in the day. Emma owns a candle business and guests were given beautifully scented soy candles as favours, and the same candles were lit around the venue, giving off a beautiful scent of lavender and bergamot.
Going all the way back to 2022, this was a wedding postponed by the pandemic, reduced in size to just 25 guests… and as Emma puts it, it felt the perfect size for this lovely couple. Their timeless images are by lovely Isle of Wight wedding photographer SJ Jones Photography, who gets a glowing recommendation (keep scrolling!) from the happy couple!
Wedding photographer’s website
SJ Jones Photography https://www.sjjonesphotography.co.uk
Wedding photographer review
Steve was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. I knew when he arrived at my parents home to meet us to showcase his portfolio when we were looking for photographer, he was the one we wanted immediately. So calming on the day which really helped when you’re nervous!
Your best wedding moment or memory
Our initial wedding booking was a victim of Covid 19 so the grand plans we had of a large wedding of nearly 100 guests was cut down to just 25 guests and although we were disheartened in the beginning, on the day it felt the perfect size. We were able to chat and chat and really spend quality time with each of our guests on the biggest day of our lives!
My husband arrived at the venue in my dad’s AC Cobra, a special moment for sure!
We had saxophonist Dave Plummer perform while I walked down the aisle and we had sleight of hand magician Aaron Isted arrive for the evening who performed close up magic at each table, the guests loved him.
Tell us anything you did differently – we love hearing about NEW traditions (or none at all!)
Sam, father of the groom, was able to make a speech as well as Warren, father of the bride, which was a lovely touch. The guests loved hearing from both sides of the family.
Videographer name + review
We bought a go pro and set this up to film the ceremony, and my sister Hannah, maid of honour, filmed the speeches at the dinner.
Venue name + review
The Royal Hotel, Isle of Wight, absolutely beautiful historic venue, my family have been visiting for years, it is next to the village where I grew up, (bride) and felt like the most perfect choice for our intimate weddings
Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!
My wedding dress was from Gems Bridal Isle of Wight, altered by Karen Dornellie Unique Bridalwear. Karen added a diamond and pearl belt, and delicate shoulder straps as well as altering the dress to fit seamlessly. For my “something old” my mother let me borrow her veil which she had handmade and wore to her wedding 35 years ago, with hand stitched pearls all the way around. I had a swan down bolero for the evening to keep me warm by the pool.
I borrowed my auntie Angela’s diamonds for the big day, as my uncle David owns Spencer the Jewellers in Eccleshall and her diamonds are spectacular, this was my something borrowed.
My shoes were from Dune bridal collection which have a blue crystal crafted into the base as my something blue, and I had a six pence in my shoe from my late Popsie’s coin collection to keep the tradition.
My husband Tom wore a tailored performance fit navy suit from Moss Bros and shirts from Charles Tyrwhitt. A fantastic fit for being 6’9 tall.
Shoes: Gianni Feraud lace up brogue in black.
A pearl tie pin from Spencer the Jewellers in Eccleshall who also handmade our platinum wedding rings.
The wedding flowers
My mum Joanne loves to create beautiful floral arrangements as a hobby so we immediately took her up on her offer to complete our wedding flowers. Creating absolutely stunning displays for all around the room, the table centrepieces, bride and bridesmaids bouquets and button holes or corsages for the entire wedding party.
With the help from dear friend Sue who is a retired commercial florist, I thoroughly enjoyed styling the flowers with my mum, choosing all my favourites plus sentimental touches including all the eucalyptus and olive tree foliage from my parents garden and Queen Victorias myrtle.
The day before the wedding being surrounded by the most stunning white flowers in my parents kitchen creating the bouquets together is one of my favourite memories, thank you mummy!
Cake maker name + review
My mum Joanne was in charge of the wedding cake and she did an outstanding job, three tiers of fruit cake with royal icing and beautiful lace icing for decoration.
This is a tradition in my family as my grandma had made my mums cake when she got married too! We saved the top tier for when our son was born!
Stationery maker’s name + review
We used Zazzle they have a very large choice of stationery.
Any extra special styling touches?
My Spencer cousins had a pendant made for the bouquet with photographs of our late grandparents in (from both sides of the family which was a lovely touch to have them with us on the day).
As the owner of SHED Soy Candles, I made all my wedding guests an eco friendly soy candle with lavender and bergamot essential oils as their wedding favour, we also had these candles lit all around the venue so it smelt amazing!
Wedding readings?
The Desiderata by Max Ehrmann. Read by my husbands best friend Jamie.
Wedding planner name + review
Maria at The Royal hotel went above and beyond saying yes to all our wishes and making the day so smooth.
Hair + makeup name + review
Myself!
Doesn’t it feel like we’re halfway into summer already? The sunshine always makes me happy, and having Holly and Thomas’s wedding on my screen today is taking summer vibes and my smile to a whole other level! This gorgeous pair married in August and chose lovely Isle of Wight wedding photographer SJ Jones Photography to capture their day at East Afton Farmhouse. They’ve written some fabulous reviews for their favourite suppliers so keep reading, and as always, more of my favourite photos on instagram @englishweddingblog – look out for the table plan, it’s amazing!
Wedding photographer’s website
Steve Jones Photography https://www.sjjonesphotography.co.uk
Wedding photographer review
We are so happy we picked Steve to do our wedding photography – as two people that are a little camera shy, he did such a great job of blending into the background whilst snapping the perfect candids! We are so happy with our experience with Steve.
Your best wedding moment or memory
The groomsmen running people to and from different barns with picnic table parasols to shelter everyone from the rain!
Tell us anything you did differently – we love hearing about NEW traditions (or none at all!)
Rented potted plants centrepieces! We tried to consider sustainability at every opportunity, and every vendor was great in helping us try to achieve this. (All of the cut flowers were preserved)
Videographer name + review
Grace – captured videography.
Grace had such a similar style to Steve, they worked so well together whilst making sure we were comfortable the whole day. We are so happy with everything we received from Grace, particularly the highlights video – she captured our day perfectly.
Venue name + review
East Afton Farmhouse.
Through the support we received from the first day we booked, to the wedding coordinator on the day, East Afton was the perfect choice for us. Set in the beautiful countryside of the Isle of Wight, it was full of such lovely photo opportunities, and a bonus that we had the venue for the whole weekend! Meant we could spend longer with our guests.
Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!
Holly: White wedding dress, strapless with lace
Thomas: 3 piece pink suit
Dress or suit shop name + review
The dress and accessories were from Gems, a bridal shop on the Isle of Wight.
They were so lovely, and with an in house alterations service they made the whole process seamless – the dress was a Maggie Sottero
The suit was from Moss, who provided a really quick turn around with the made to order suits, and a lot of flexibility for the rentals (dads and groomsmen!)
Bridesmaids dresses
La Closet de Chanel
They were made to measure at a really reasonable price, and were multiway which meant the bridesmaids could all pick a style they were comfortable in, whilst not having to shop around to find matching colours!
Florist name + review
Sarah Matthews florist
The team at the florist were so lovely, and helped us to achieve our vision. We were so happy with the bouquets, and they nailed the brief!
Cake maker name + review
Ems bakes cakes @_emsbakescakes
Emily is our best friend, and she did SUCH a good job baking our cake. It tasted beautiful, looked gorgeous, and helped us through design choices. (We are biased, but have a look at her instagram – it tastes even better than it looks too!)
Any crafty projects or homemade styling touches?
We designed and printed our own stationery.
All of our tables were named after our family pets!! A lovely lady we found online is very crafty, and she did a perfect little painting of each pet on a wood slice for each table for us. @storminateacupgifts
Wedding readings?
Grooms mum and one of our best friends did a lovely poem each!
Wedding planner name + review
All done in house by East Afton – another bonus of booking with them! They crushed it.
Hair + makeup name + review
Lyndsey-Marie MUA.
Lyndsey and her team were such a nice group to start off our day with! We are so happy with the hair and makeup results which lasted all day.
As we head into the Easter weekend, I wanted to leave you with this wonderful wedding from Launcells Barton in Cornwall. The atmosphere is sunny, fresh and coastal chic, and the images by Melanie Barnfield Photography are out of this world. Sophie and Gareth are stunning – Sophie’s dress with its mermaid-like sparkle is perfect for a seaside celebration.
Have the most wonderful weekend everyone – I’ll be taking a break to spend time with family (and eat chocolate!) so we’ll see you on Tuesday! 
Wedding photographer’s website
Melanie Barnfield – https://www.melaniebarnfieldphotography.com
Wedding photographer review
The best wedding photographer we ever could’ve wished for! Mel captured our August wedding day and every emotion that came with it so beautifully. We are in love with the photos and are so grateful we now have so many moments to look back on and treasure forever.
Mel went above and beyond since we first got in touch, providing lots of helpful info and advice, as well the opportunity to have an engagement shoot which was so special and a great way to get to know each other more.
On the day, Mel was so much more than our wedding photographer, but an extra friend to share our day. She captured all the natural moments without being intrusive, but was also equally there to direct when needed and have some fun with the group shots – she’s full of great ideas, creativity and patience! She brought such a calming energy and put everyone at ease even helping me with my dress and the boys with their buttonholes.
She listened to all our ideas and just totally got our vibe. Our family and friends thought she was brilliant too and so friendly and approachable, with several people mentioning how she literally didn’t stop smiling or snapping away all day.
Mel is a sunshine soul and we truly can’t thank or recommend her enough!!
Your best wedding moment or memory
Our outdoor ceremony ended up being one of our favourite moments due to the complete bubble we found ourselves in of pure love and emotion. It was so special looking out and seeing all our loved ones as we read our personalised vows to each other and walking down the aisle as husband and wife was a moment we will cherish forever.
The tractor ride offered by our venue was another stand out memory as we were able to take a few moments away from it all to soak everything in and be just us, walking in a field that overlooked the sea.
Tell us anything you did differently – we love hearing about NEW traditions (or none at all!)
- Bride’s speech – The groom wrote a bit of a silly song to Max Boyce’s hymns and arias (a classic Welsh song) with audience involvement and everything! It was a real highlight and he hadn’t told a single person so the biggest surprise of the day.
- Sundowner drinks on the beach the night before. As people were travelling far and wide, we wanted to make a weekend of it. Most of the guests ended up joining us on the beach the evening before which was so special and the perfect start to our wedding.
- Tractor ride
- Lots of homemade touches
- Pizza van in the evening of course as pizza is our favourite!
Videographer name + review
Ashley Hughes
Venue name + review
Launcells Barton
The most perfect Cornish venue to celebrate our August wedding. We knew when we were first showed around that it had to be Launcells!
From the very beginning, we felt looked after by the team and their communication and attention to detail throughout was outstanding.
They were always so welcoming and there to answer any questions, as well as providing lots of helpful information and advice throughout our wedding journey.
The setting of the venue is something super special and all of our guests were blown away, with not only all of the incredible spaces but the whole feel and homeliness of it all.
We were fortunate enough to have an outdoor ceremony in the beautiful and intimate walled garden, which ended up being one of our favourite parts (along with the tractor ride – such a unique experience), making for amazing photos!
The reception barn was stunning on its own, but we loved that we were able to put our stamp on it with our own decor and bring our vision to life.
The Manor House was another beautiful feature and there was plenty of space to get ready in the morning. The exclusive use of the venue for the whole weekend made for such a memorable time with our closest family who were able to stay onsite.
We are so grateful for all the time and dedication put into ensuring we had the perfect day and thank the whole team from the bottom of our hearts for hosting the best day of our lives!
Tell us a little about your outfits – both of you!
Bride – my wedding dress reminded me of the way the sea shimmers on a sunny day and was almost mermaid like which is why I fell in love with it. I was able to make it bespoke by adding pearls down the back and off the shoulder sleeves for that whimsical, fairy tale look.
I wore a denim jacket for when it was cooler in the evening that I personalised with pearl initials and little sewn on motifs like a wave, hibiscus flower, stars and a tiny welsh flag.
My favourite part was the jewellery I had made bespoke by Tara Osborne – a unique arm cuff with engraved lines to represent our wedding date, moonstone earrings and a moonstone back necklace with 9 pearls to indicate the number of years we’ve been together.
My something blue were my blue bow shoes which were so cute and fun!
Groom – cream linen trousers with a navy jacket and waistcoat.
The groomsmen were in the opposite, so navy trousers and cream linen jackets.
The ties were peach and as a surprise, the bride had a tie patch made of a photo of our dog, Skye which the groom discovered when getting ready.
Dress or suit shop name + review
Wedding dress – Timeless Elegance, Cardiff
Jewellery – Carrie Elizabeth (bracelet) and Tara Osborne Jewellery (necklace, earrings, arm cuff)
Shoes – Something blue
Groom and groomsmen – French Connection and M&S.
Bridesmaids – peach dresses from VILA and they all had matching white bow heels.
Florist name + review
Steph at Verbena Floral Styling – the most wonderful florist who brought our vision and Pinterest board to life with her beautiful flower arrangements.
We wanted flowers that suited the theme of coastal, whimsical and fun, and Steph got it exactly spot on!
My bouquet was even made into a heart shape and I literally did not put it down all day long!
The meadow style arrangements that lined the aisle for the ceremony were breathtaking, along with the giant urns that set for the ceremony backdrop. It was fantastic that these could all then be moved into the reception barn and we also had bud vases set along the trestle tables which looked stunning.
The power of flowers and the beauty of floral arrangements at a wedding shouldn’t be underestimated and Steph knows how to deliver.
She also kindly helped with the styling in the reception barn and has an amazing eye for detail which made everything look flawless.
Cake maker name + review
Mother of the bride! A 3 tier cake of lemon, cappuccino and malt chocolate.
Decorated with royal icing and gold leaf.
We had a wooden cake topper made of the bride, groom and our dog. The groom is Welsh so the mother of the groom made a barabrith and one of the bridesmaids made Welsh cakes too.
Wedding catering, eats and treats!
Caterers – Fig & Smoke – we had sharing style boards which worked really well as we had trestle tables and it was like one big feast for everyone to get involved with!
Lots of Mediterranean themed food – breads, olives, dips, meats followed by mains of lamb, hake and stuffed peppers with a selection of side dishes and ending with a trio of desserts. The sharing style meant everyone could try a bit of everything.
Evening pizza van – Shoreline pizza
Stationery maker’s name + review
The bride! Save the dates, invites, menus etc all designed on canva and printed using Printed.com
Any crafty projects or homemade styling touches?
Homemade signage (welcome sign and table plan) – made the most of the groom’s skills set to carve out the signs into a wave shape to fit with our coastal theme.
The groom’s trade is in polished concrete manufacturing and we had polished concrete candle holders on the tables.
We met on Tinder and had candles and little glass bottles filled with matches as our favours – the Tinder symbol is a flame and we used the slogan of ‘it’s a match’ to have personalised stickers printed on the bottles.
We decorated the barn with fairy lights, festoon lights and white drapes along the beams.
The mother of the bride made the napkins using a gorgeous coral print fabric.
Wedding readings?
You are the bubbles by Rachel Bright
Wedding poem by Whitney Hanson
Hair + makeup name + review
Hair – Jessica Dodd (@styledbyjessicadodd)
Jess is an incredible wedding hair stylist and was a dream to have around on my wedding morning. She had the big task of doing mine, 5 bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and groom and flower girl and she did such an amazing job!
She listened to everyone’s preferences and we were all so happy and felt amazing all day. It was also great to have a trial beforehand.
Jess is such a lovely person and has such a calming personality which helped make the morning relaxed and fun! Can’t thank her enough and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a hair stylist.
Make up – Gem Ryder (@gemrydermua) I’m so pleased I booked Gem for my wedding make up as she was simply amazing!
She did make up for myself, 5 bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom – a big task but she smashed it and we all felt fabulous all day long.
She is so knowledgable, professional and talented, and listened to everyone’s preferences to make us feel like a glam version of ourselves.
It was lovely having a trial beforehand and her warmth, kindness and calming nature made the wedding morning relaxing and run smoothly.
