If you’re feeling all the summer vibes and dreaming of a coastal, beach wedding look, today’s blog is for you. I’m so excited to share this wedding editorial photoshoot inspired by the laid-back ruggedness of the rocky cliffs and softly rippled sand of North Devon, and the olde worldy elegance of the Watersmeet Hotel.
The styling is perfect and the images are divine. And you know what? I adore wedding inspiration where the model couple have had fun. On this occasion, you will have to scroll all the way to the bottom of this blog (reading as you go, obvs – you don’t want to miss anything!) for those amazing sand in their toes moments. As beach wedding editorials go, this one’s pretty damn special. It’s also utterly gorgeous. (More on instagram later too! @englishweddingblog)
The stunning North Devon coastline and sun kissed skies make a breathtaking backdrop for any wedding. If coastal vibes and old world decadence are your thing, we have everything to inspire your wedding style right here, brought together by a talented group of Devon wedding creatives and captured beautifully by Freeform Images.
Watersmeet Hotel wedding suppliers
Photographer Freeform Images
Venue Watersmeet Hotel
Hair styling Hair from the heart
Make up Makeup by Romi
Accessories and jewellery The Lucky Sixpence
Florals Bluebell Flowers
Stationery Emma Louise Castle
Cake Peboryon
Suit supplier Devon Bridal
Suit designer Marc Darcy
Wedding dress from Bridal Reloved
Celebrant Celebrate with Jade
Wedding rings Erin Cox
To inspire couples looking for that extra something, this talented group of local creatives joined forces to blend luxury and natural beauty in equal measure. With soft sand, cream tones, and subtle hues of blue they added touches of warmth and sophistication with subtle hues of mauve.
The floral design strikes a balance between modern elegance and natural charm, perfectly complementing the luxurious ambiance of the breathtaking Watersmeet Hotel.
Drawing inspiration from the coastal surroundings, a palette of blue and white echoes the sea, featuring striking delphiniums and lush statement roses. Subtle accents of apricot ranunculus and antique blush carnations offer a soft nod to the sandy shoreline. The bridal bouquet is a lavish composition, rich in blooms and artfully layered with foliage chosen to mimic the gentle sway of seaweed beneath the waves.
With luxe at the forefront of the design tables are kept simple and elegant with white linen cloths and cascading beige runners. The hammered antique candlesticks add a bit of rocky texture and are mounted with pops of blue and cream candles to coordinate with the water themed wedding aesthetic.
A showstopping floral installation graces the fireplace, creating an unforgettable focal point for the ceremony. Thoughtfully designed with versatility in mind, this arrangement transitions beautifully into a grounded floral arch for a romantic beachside celebration.
The stationery captures a luxe coastal feel with a modern twist and a little sea shell fun on the side.
Emma Louise Castle created a suite using soft blue watercolour washes with hand drawn sea shells, soft edges and textured paper for stationery which calls out to the ocean. To add in a modern and fun twist alongside the more traditional feel she used a clam shell template to cut the menus and save the date and added a little hint of a classic beach deck chair stripe in the background as well, giving a serious nod to the stunning coastal location.
The hairstyling for this styled shoot was a nod to modern, refined elegance. Two looks were created, the first a half-up half-down with a Hollywood wave incorporated. Soft, face-framing pieces cascaded around Coral’s face to enhance her natural beauty. The highly polished top section pulled back tightly to complement the modern look. Accessories are kept simple yet sophisticated with a simple pearl headband by The Lucky Sixpence. This works beautifully with a bespoke pair of simple floral stud earrings with pearl drops.
The second hairstyle was starkly different, a far more whimsical high bun with lots of Tendrills cascading to create dimension and to pick up on the adorning accessories, a statement pearl art deco / nouveau pair from The Lucky Sixpence’s latest collection.
For the groom’s look taking inspiration from the coastal colours and textures, the Marc Darcy stone suit, with its cool tone and texture was the perfect choice to blend with the location and theme.
You absolutely can’t overestimate how important music will be at your wedding. A backdrop or soundscape for your ceremony, afternoon and evening will play a huge part in how your day feels. More than that – your wedding music will add layers of excitement, tranquility, playfulness or joy through the day. Key songs will bring memories flooding back – and all of the emotions along with them. All you need is indeed love… and a damn good wedding soundtrack!
This photoshoot was made to inspire your creativity, music lovers! The dreamy colour palette and 70s music scene nostalgia run through every element, and it’s utterly fabulous. As always, I’ll share my favourite images on instagram @englishweddingblog – see you there!
Concept and content creation: A Whole Lot of Rosie
Photographer: Little Rose Photography
Hair accessories and jewellery: The Lucky Sixpence
Venue: The Bell in Ticehurst
Dress: Mothers Daughter
Suit: Howard & Co
Hair: Hair Design by Lauren Mummery
Makeup: Samantha Campbell
Venue Styling: Creative Venue
Stationery: A Whole Lot of Stationery
Florist: Madgicks
Painted glasses: The Last Little Details
Napkins: The Embroidered Napkin Company
Banner: Daydreamer Creative Studio
Confetti: Your Confetti
VW and Crepe Van: Buttercup Bus
Photo booth and Glitter: Lucy’s Glitter Box
Lollipops: Emily’s Lollies
Garter: Garter Me Good
Models: Anisa & Wes
Previously featured on Unconventional Wedding
Words by A Whole Lot of Rosie
This photoshoot was inspired by the model Bride’s tattoos of The Beatles and David Bowie.
I first met Anisa when we worked together at The Dockyard in Chatham and she strutted into the office with her Wolf cut hair, the most impressive winged eyeliner for so early in the morning and a pair of brown flares and I thought… firstly she’s so cool and secondly I have to get her on a shoot!
My business is named after the ACDC anthem my Dad would play me as a little girl ‘ A Whole Lot of Rosie’ so I knew a music inspired shoot was needing to be planned.
I wanted to bring together groovy 70s vibes, warm golden hues, and a whole lot of personality. From dreamy yellows and burnt oranges to peachy pastels, every detail sings in harmony and complimented each other.
I started with Sylvia as photographer as her cinematic and nostalgic photography was the perfect fit for this shoot and her work is quite simple phenomenal. She then suggested the gorgeously quirky venue, The Bell in Ticehurst, a place where you gasp as you walk into every room!
We made this shoot a celebration of free-spirited love, bold self-expression, and the timeless power of music and all it inspires.
If your English summer is on the unpredictable side, allow us to share some sunshine with you! I adored this playful and colourful inspiration when it landed in my inbox – the flowers are incredible and every photo feels like summer. An utterly beautiful way to style a wedding which would work in any space from a barn to a tipi to a country house. Huge thanks to lovely Danielle from Blotted Ink Photography for sharing it with us!
This styled shoot aims to show that traditional can be anything but subtle, mixing vibrant pastel pops and luxe styling with ALL THE FLORALS. The tranquil setting of Symondsbury Tithe Barn and the surrounding gardens creates a perfect backdrop for for a summer wedding.
www.blottedinkphotography.co.uk
www.gabrielleelizabeth.co.uk
www.symondsburyestate.co.uk/weddings
www.theluckysixpence.co.uk
www.atcakeartistry.co.uk
www.ambiencevenuestyling.com
www.thebridalbox.co.uk
www.brionysbeauty.wixsite.com
www.solemniko.com
www.teazleandbear.co.uk
www.scribe-stationery.co.uk
www.taddlefarmtents.co.uk
Our stunning model Alexandra wears the ultimate dreamy layered dress from The Bridal Box.
This styling is all about the flowers, and the wonderful Teazle and Bear‘s gorgeous floral installations that pair beautifully with styling from Ambience Devon South, reflected in the delicate stationery and ribbon place names from Lyme Regis based calligrapher Scribe Stationery.
The inspiration behind this inspiration photoshoot was ‘a Modern Beatrix Potter wedding, with just a dash of Bridgerton’ – and the suppliers came together to utterly deliver! From the delicious lemon curd tarts and naked cake from AT Cake Artistry, the delicate veil options from Gabrielle Elizabeth, stunning headpiece and earrings from The Lucky Sixpence to the gorgeous make up from Briony’s Beauty – the devil truly was in the details!
The overall finished look was truly breathtaking, and the perfect way to show you that pastels don’t have to mean muted, and that colourful shots work beautifully for traditional weddings as well as alternative!
Today we bring you the most gorgeous bridal looks from the fabulously creative, beautiful and body positive Lucy Can’t Dance. As a tattooed, plus-size girl myself, I ADORE these looks.
The Idols Collection launched in December and we’re thrilled to be sharing these fabulous dresses and accessories on English Wedding. The monochrome palette is adventurous and stunning, the designs inspired by a love of retro fashion, mixed in with modern touches.
Lucy Can’t Dance specialises in bridal wear for unique brides who want to stand out from the crowd. Head to their website for more stunning, head-turning, inspirational dresses and more!
Images by Chloe Lee Photography
Makeup by B Kimche
Crowns by The Lucky Sixpence
Models Hannah, Tara & Chloe
