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Finally, wedo
Pared-back, intimate and chic – this styled shoot oozes sophistication
Images courtesy of Tabitha Stark Photography
Dedicated to all the couples who are waiting to get married, this styled shoot was created to show simple styling and chic details with a monochrome and muted palette. “We chose The Oakwood at Ryther as the setting,” says shoot coordinator Stephanie of Stephanie Moran Couture. “This beautifully luxe barn venue is yet to host its first unrestricted wedding. We wanted to create a simple look that was easy for couples to recreate, yet stylish enough to take inspirational details from too.” We know you’ll love these luxurious images with their simple, intimate vibe and showstopping bridalwear.
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CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS SHOOT
Venue | www.oakwoodatryther.co.uk Photography | https://tabithastarkphotography.com Dress designer and coordination | www.stephaniemorancouture.com Hair and make-up | www.charlottewilsonmua.co.uk Flowers | www.rebelroses.co.uk Cake | https://wheretheribbonends.com Stationery | www.somers-creative.com Transport | www.allluvdub.co.uk Styling | https://pamelladunn.co.uk Napkins | www.extraspecialtouch.co.uk Videography | www.lewisjackmedia.co.uk Models | Josey Grace | Eduard Peerez
HOT TOPIC
Our experts answer your burning questions
A WEDDING TO REMEMBER
Q There are so many venues to choose from. How do we narrow down our choices and find the right place for us? The venue and food are without a doubt the most talked-about aspects of any wedding. The venue is the first thing your guests will see, and whether it’s indoors or outdoors, you want it to be serene, comfortable and unforgettable. Look for somewhere that feels welcoming and warm, with character and charm to make it memorable. During the pandemic, you want to know that you and your loved ones are safe. We’re part of the IHG group, so we follow strong brand standards alongside essential health and safety procedures.
With so many venues available to see at the touch of a button, we advise you to always view your shortlist in person to get a feel for it. Can you envision your big day there? Does it have everything you need? Is it flexible? Do they offer the food you want for your special day? Another key element is catering. The menu needs to be carefully tailored with a mouth-watering selection to make a statement and leave your guests amazed. Great food will always get people talking!
STYLE IT OUT
Q We love the idea of a tipi wedding, but it feels like a total blank canvas. How do we style it to make it our own? The fabulous thing about a tipi is that not only is it a blank canvas to decorate, but it also looks wonderful with no decoration other than fairylights! However, if you would like to put your own stamp on the structure, then there are lots of ways to do this.
We install a hanging point at the centre of each of our tipis for you to use. Our couples often choose to install floral hoops and foliage here, but they also look amazing with a chandelier, a boho macramé hanging or a sparkling glitter ball.
There are also lots of draping points throughout the tipi and all the timber poles are exposed and available for you to dress. Outside, we love to have festoon lighting strung between the tops and along your entrance walkway to make the outside look just as magical as the inside.
Nick Walker Photography TJ Patel | Holiday Inn Leeds Bradford http://holidayinn.com/leedsbradford
Q We’re excited that our wedding should be able to take place in late summer. However, I’ve not found my dress! How long will it take? As a bridal boutique owner whose business has been closed for the best part of a year, when I found out that we could reopen it was the best news! So many couples planning to marry in 2021 have had to put everything on hold – and dress shopping was out of the question. Now, there is a real buzz and excitement among brides who are finally able to choose that all-important dress.
As a bride, you may be worried that you don’t have enough time, but I can reassure you that at Bijou Bridal Boutique we can have the dress of your dreams made by one of our British designers in as little as four to six weeks. Ideally, we’d have longer than that so we can spend time choosing your accessories and having any fittings completed once the gown arrives. The more time, the better and less stressful the experience will be. However, if that’s not possible, don’t panic – we can help! You can book in for one of our VIP bridal appointments through our website.
Kerensa Dyson | Bijou Bridal Boutique www.bijoubridalboutique.co.uk
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SWEET TREATS
Q We want a relaxed and natural garden wedding. How do we incorporate this into our cake design? This is a great theme to inspire your cake. Try including muted tones, pastels and neutrals for the cake tiers, and pair it with lots of greenery and floral arrangements. If you want to go really paredback, try simply wrapping eucalyptus around the tiers. The layers could also be filled with seasonal fruit to tie it all together. I don’t think anything says relaxed and natural more than a textured buttercream cake adorned with fresh florals. Why not match the cake flowers to your bouquet too for a simple yet elegant look? You will have to consider the temperature if your cake is going to be outside. Opt for fondant or ganache in the warmer months, as opposed to buttercream, and keep your bake in a cool spot or indoors if possible. https://charlotteelizabethphotography.com
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