I love these blog posts – the bride and groom talking about their wedding. Lots of info for future bride’s as well hopefully! This is from Hannah & Sam’s wedding at Stowe School (www.stowe.co.uk) in Buckinghamshire.
Where was your wedding, and why?
Stowe School, Buckingham (near where we live). A private school set in stunning ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped gardens. We didn’t want a hotel or marquee wedding but somewhere a little bit different with beautiful rooms and outdoor space. The moment we drove down the drive we were sold!
Did you have a theme / style for your wedding?
We didn’t really have a theme; we just wanted to keep it simple and classical.
Where did you get your dress?
I chose a Lusan Mandongus gown from a lovely shop (www.onceinalifetimebridalwear.co.uk) in Stoney Stratford (near Milton Keynes). Bigger than I would ever have thought I’d have chosen, but perfect for the venue.
And your shoes?
My something old!
What jewellery /accessories did you wear?
Pearls and a bit of sparkle.
Who did you use for your hair & make-up?
My hair was done by my trusted hairdresser, Natalie,of Brown’s Hairdressers (www.browns-hair.co.uk/pages/salons)in Buckingham with a side tiara made by Halo and Co from Liberty in Love.
Tell us about your bouquet / flowers?
For Stowe we had gladioli, ‘twigs’ and snow berries in tall vases. The florist at Woodland Flowers, Buckingham (www.woodland-flowers.co.uk) spent some time convincing us we needed tall vases for the room, we didn’t want anything quite so elaborate, however she was absolutely right! The flowers were absolutely stunning. The bouquets had dusky pink roses, eucalyptus and thistles; I chose to keep them all quite small.
Who made your cake?
It was made by my very own fair hands. I did take to injecting the fruit cake with brandy using a needle and syringe!
Who were your Groomsmen and why did you choose them?
Sam has a lot of brothers so that was easy. We also had my brother and my nephew who was 8…he clearly outshone the others!
And your Bridesmaids?
My best friend from school and my best friend from my first degree.
Did you have any wedding favours?
I didn’t plan to have any, but my mum rocked up the day before the wedding with little pink bags of Ferrero Rocher (my absolute favourite) and jelly babies for the children. A really nice touch.
Where did you get your invitations & stationery?
Made ourselves, after many disasters and an excuse for Sam to buy himself a fancy new printer! I now have a loyalty card to Hobbicraft!!
What is your most memorable moment from your wedding day?
I don’t have one yet, but it was very emotional…. That’s not like me!
What is your favourite photograph and why?
This is a very difficult question, but two come to mind. A black and white photograph of Sam and I against the pillars. The other that comes to mind is a picture of Sam’s Dad staring out the bronze bust… hilarious! (See the photos below!)
Any comments about Natural Expressions Photography?
Perfect… I didn’t see Patrick for most of the day, in a good way. He knew exactly what I wanted from the day and knew exactly how to handle the posed family photographs (there were only about five!). I absolutely love the photographs, there were so many things I didn’t see myself but I can see the story behind them. He has captured the story of the day with skill and elegance.
Anything else you would like to add?
Despite my best efforts I didn’t manage to get Patrick on the dance floor!
Where was your honeymoon?
Dubai and the Maldives- enough said!
