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So, this is what went down in Italy, among other things. I have a whole heap of other things to process before I get to these two lovely couples, but I thought I’d give you a little taste of Tuscan colours to brighten up this very wet summer… (mind you, we did get rain over there as well!)
I can’t quite put into words how much I loved shooting Joan & Albert’s engagement session in Bristol last month. It’s always a huge honour to be hired by a talented photographer, such as Albert, in the first place. But since having had the pleasure of getting to know him a bit better over the last year or so, it felt very special to be photographing him and Joan.
What can I say. I just adore these two. When they talk about each other their faces light up, and when they look at each other the love just knocks you sideways. I can’t flippin wait for their wedding at the end of the month!
It had been raining for what seemed like forever, but on India & Martyn’s wedding day the sun made a spectacular comeback, taking us all by surprise. The glorious weather added to the giddy atmosphere of the wedding day, making everyone even happier than normal. The Bingham in Richmond was the epicentre of activities on the day, from getting ready to the reception, with a beautiful ceremony a skip and a hop away at the Petersham Parish Church in between.
I just love love loved India’s amazing vintage wedding gown from Fur Coat No Knickers, sooo stylish! And her Freya Rose shoes and self-designed veil completed the nostalgic look perfectly. It was also so very cool to watch (the legendary) Elbie van Eeden to work her magic on India’s make-up.
After soaking up the sun in the garden with some canapés, the party moved inside for the speeches and the wedding breakfast. There was a French theme (with a hint of Welsh!) to the reception, with bottles of bubbly, an incredible cake from Ladurée, stationery by Cutture and a delicious combination of lavender and other flowers arranged by Zita Elze. On our way out we once again passed the baton on to the Wedding Smashers who took over the responsibility of getting people in various masks and sparkly gloves onto the dance floor.
What a lovely, lovely day! In a lot of ways it truly felt like the first day of summer, and what would be a more fitting feeling for India & Martyn to start the next chapter of their lives with. Thank you so much for having us guys, we loved every minute! x
Back from the incredibly beautiful Isle Of Skye. Travelled all day. Now backing up images. Had to share one just because…
You couldn’t really get a more central London wedding than Maria & Andrei’s wedding at the British Academy, overlooking St James’s Park. And what an incredible venue it was! Mix in all of Mia’s stylish touches and it all adds up to a seriously swanky affair. To start with, the funky stationery set the tone for the scrumptious yellow theme, which carried through to the rest of the day.
Jimmy Campbell was on hand to take care of make-up and hair, while Mia and her girls got ready in the most opulent room ever (just check out the ceiling!). Mia’s gorgeous wedding gown was by Pronovias and her incredibly cool yellow shoes were by Benjamin Adams. Florist Enchanted Florals had followed the yellow theme beautifully, balancing the colour with some fresh white.
Caterer FoodShow took care of delicious looking food, while Provenance Fine Wines was in charge of the tipple. The most amazing cake was created by no other than Linda Fripp Designs. Since Andrei’s roots are in Malta, and Mia’s in Spain, little touches, such as the yellow fans, added to a Mediterranean vibe.
The day was filled with so much laughter and joy. And when the evening started to fall, after a quick spin for portraits at Trafalgar Square, we left DJ Matt Maurice in charge of getting people on the dance floor.
Thanks so much Mia & Andrei for having us share your day with you! It was a pleasure and a privilege. x
