I’m a sucker for symmetry, and when that it applies on a grander scale, it is even more satisfying. We started the year with Phil & Christian’s Civil Partnership celebrations at 30 St Mary Axe aka the Gherkin, and in what seems like the perfect closing of the circle, we’ve now finished the season with Alison & Anna’s Civil Partnership at the same venue.
Alison & Anna’s day was just perfect from start to finish. From the girls getting ready in their beautiful home overlooking The Dome, the classy paper goods by The Letter Press of Cirencester, the gorgeous matching Jimmy Choos (I mean really, I go nuts over one pair, feel free to imagine how excited I was about two pairs) and stunningly glamorous Amanda Wakeley gowns. Hamilton Stansfield worked his magic on hair and Bunny Clarke on make-up, and when the girls were ready to step out of the door they looked like genuine movie stars.
The Gherkin is such a cool venue that it doesn’t really need much embellishment, but arrangements by Inwater Flowers and the uh-ma-zing cake by none other than Choccywoccydoodah cake shop helped to set the very stylish and glamorous tone.
I think it was partly the knowledge that this was the last wedding of the season, and partly the fact that everyone present were so lovely and emotionally invested, but I certainly caught myself tearing up on more than one occasion, not least during the beautiful ceremony and the amazingly heartfelt speeches from the dads.
When the night fell and far far below us the Bonfire Night fireworks got on the way, the best DJ’s in town – The Wedding Smashers – worked their magic and got everyone on the dance floor. And that’s where we left Anna & Alison, looking like goddesses, dancing the night away as newlyweds, wide smiles lighting up their faces.
Thank you so much for having us Anna & Ali, there really couldn’t have been a more perfect ending to the season! x
Amazing! What a glamorous couple!
Beautiful!..especially that cityscape over St.Pauls, perfection.
A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!! what a venue for a wedding, those views are to die for! what a beautiful couple, lovely to see a modern wedding, all those clean lines and as you say symmetry……I Die!
Indeed, out with a bang – great set of images.
Superb. You’re awesome, Marianne :)
Freaking awesome. Pretty much perfect in every way. I wish I could be all like “hey, that venue is rad, or I love the colors of the brides’ dresses, or I love the ceremony images.” but honestly I cant. they all kick booty! way to go.
You blew this wedding out of the water, the couple are stunning too!
What a cool place for a wedding. You really nailed the entire set, great work!
Wow.
Seriously, I’m with Paul here. This entire wedding is stunning, start to finish.
Naw…. these two are gorgeous together! And what an amazing venue not to mention wonderful story telling. Wow.
wow. everything aligned for this one. this whole set is GREAT. i bet they are the happiest clients ever. if these were my photos, i would frame #57 (of their waists… love the colors, moment, and composition) and put it next to the shot of their feet with the choos. LOVE those two as a set. So many fantastic photos here!!
Amaaaazing! What a great dot behind the wonderful season! Smashing wedding, awesome venue, absolutely stunning photos. My fav one is the one of the legs and the bodies reflected in the floor! You are soooo talented and has such a great eye! Enjoy your trip!
Oh Marianne I loved reading this wedding. I’ve only been to one commitment ceremony and this one was gorgeous. Love it!
What a beautiful wedding and venues don’t get much better than that, great work Marianne!
Stunning, and great detail and atmosphere. And the couple are beautiful!
These are truly beautiful, Marianne. Gorgeous day, and completely gorgeous setting. You nailed it!
The venue is incredible, and your photography showcased it at its best. What a beautiful pair these two are! You seriously ROCKED this wedding!
Wow Simply beautiful ;-)
Holy moly, this is some epic, epic photography. Incredibly inspiring and beautiful. Love it.
Gorgeous work! I’m really partial to the colors. The location they chose is wonderful!
Gorgeous photos of a beautiful couple!
What a fabulous wedding! The girls look stunning (love their hair!) and you’ve shot it beautifully. Looks like a super fun party to be at.
Wow what a venue! Superbly captured Marianne!
Whoa, that view of London alone is amazing! What a lovely capture of a joyous day.
Great job!! Really nice!! Congratulations
Great use of the architecture, tells the whole story, great job.
beautiful couple and a stunning setting the city looks fantastic all captured with some really beautiful photography. Civil ceremonies allow for a little more creativity : )
That’s INCREDIBLE !!!
Nice work, great couple!
Amazing pictures! The rain adds some drama to this wedding, I actually enjoy the look! Fantastic work
I really really like your photography. I would looove to shoot weddings in London (lived there for 6 years but was only interested in shooting rock stars back then :)
These photographs are fab. You’ve really made London look at its best. The skyline of London with the fireworks in full formation looks great and I’m particularly impressed with the party shots. You’ve really captured the style and the fun of the event. GREAT WORK
Marianne. This was eight years ago. How time flies! Thank you so much again for taking such amazing photos. You really captured the feeling and emotion of the day. We’ll treasure these photos always. Anna & Alison x