These incredible pictures will make you want to sneak outside for one last photo before the night ends.
This England-based couple fell in love with the historic St Giles House in Dorset to host their formal, yet completely posh party
Morning loves, I hope you are well. It’s Thursday which means we’ve almost made it to the Easter weekend intact, and I think that can only be a good thing and we all really need to hold on to even the tiniest good things right now, don’t we? This wedding has really lifted my spirits, ...
Today’s real Jew-ish real wedding is a very special one and we’re ridiculously excited about it, as lovely Caroline and Robbie were one of editor Karen’s fabulous consultancy couples and to see their wedding come to life has been a total and utter joy! One of our favorite things about Smashing The Glass is the […]
Altar Ego Weddings Dallas-Fort Worth clients Cyndey & Grant were married at The Venue at Waterstone. Their theme was a mix of their love of travel & the rustic vibe of the venue. Photos by Matt McElligott.
Morning loves, I hope you are well. It’s Thursday which means we’ve almost made it to the Easter weekend intact, and I think that can only be a good thing and we all really need to hold on to even the tiniest good things right now, don’t we? This wedding has really lifted my spirits, ...
I'm a chatty gal - and when it comes to weddings, I could talk all.day.long_. _But, when I laid my eyes on this stunning Sonoma affair captured ever-so-brilliantly by Flory Photo and Nirav Photog...
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Between the beautiful Stonehouse Villa, Ryan and Rachael's cheerful attitudes, their KILLER outfits, their GSP, beer burros, cookie cake wedding cake and a wedding party that just couldn't stop having fun, I don't know where to start with this day!
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Euridge Manor wedding with champagne tower. Complete with romantic blooms, luxurious detailing and outdoor wedding reception with simple tablescape.
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Our Wedding Suppliers! How lucky we were to celebrate the most magical day of our lives in our very own garden… from the day we very first viewed our home, we knew we would get married here (or, technically speaking, get married in the village church before celebrating in our garden!) And while close friends and family teased us for our long engagement, everyone agreed it was absolutely worth the wait; a spectacular couple of days filled with love, laughter and a LOT of dancing – and Charlie and I chose to support as many British and local brands as possible during our celebrations. Read on for the full list of suppliers who made our wedding dreams come true. One important factor to note, is just how many of our suppliers are also parents to sausage dogs!!! Without intending it – although it may seem as though we have an unconscious bias – it turned out that most of our vendors were also Dachshund owners. It was a fabulous common thread amongst the dream team! It goes hopefully without saying that with just one exception, detailed below, Charlie and I paid in full for our wedding suppliers. These posts are here to help you to choose the very best for your weddings too, and share the incredible businesses that we chose to hire and support during our wedding. Wedding planning by Jennifer Louise Weddings Jen and Sam were the dream team who turned all of Charlie’s and my hopes and ideas into a reality. I truly cannot thank them enough for working tirelessly to create the wedding of our dreams! Jen and Sam also have a fabulous rental company; The Luxe Collection, where you can rent a lot of the pieces we used, from the crockery (We opted for the Charingworth crockery which is the east same that we have in our kitchen!) to the plates, glasses, and even – I believe they’re soon to be stocking the rechargeable Pooky Lamps that looked so fabulous on our dining table. (Sausage dog parents to Phoebe) Photography by Poppy Carter Portraits Poppy was the official wedding photographer and she did a fantastic job at capturing our special day – we wanted someone who not only was fun and friendly (as you spend a lot of time with your photographer on the wedding day – so a ‘high fashion’ photographer who was a little bit too serious was definitely not something I wanted!!) but also very experienced in weddings – so they knew how to get your attention, your best angles, and get snaps of everyone without creating too much of a fuss on the day. We didn’t want family or friends to feel like they were being herded into positions for hours – and Poppy got the most wonderful, natural shots and ones which we will cherish forever. Videography by Jake Burgess Films Jake is one of our regular Fashion Mumblr videographers and as such, he knows our style so well. Both Charlie and I couldn’t recommend Jake any more highly as the most wonderful chap (fellow sausage dog owner – father to Charlie) and SUCH a delight to work with, but also the capturer of the most sensationally emotional, beautiful and memorable wedding films. Just wow. Photography by Kat’s Films Kat is one of our regular Fashion Mumblr photographers and is also a dear friend! At the wedding, Kat captured candid moments for us and delivered hundreds of photos to us within days of the wedding which we were so grateful for, especially for sharing so much on our social channels! Videography by Reuben Mowle You may have spotted Reuben on my YouTube Channel, as he sometimes shoots content for Fashion Mumblr. Reuben shot some fantastic reels for us at the rehearsal dinner and on our wedding day – and of course is just a hilariously fabulous friend of mine and Charlie’s too. Stationary by Gable & Grain The quality of the stationary provided by Gable & Grain was unbelievable. From the order of service, to the wedding invitations, to the match boxes, Gable & Grain simply excelled. I discovered Gina’s work via Instagram and she was a true dream to work with on our wedding stationary. Floristry by Floward (part of a long term partnership) The Floward team, led by Nem, utterly transformed our home, garden and the church with the most beautiful flowers I could imagine. When I first saw all of the florals laid out, I couldn’t believe my eyes; it was the most flowers I’d ever seen in one place. The skill of Nem and the whole Floward team was unmatched; what they created was beyond what I ever could have imagined – and they by far exceeded the brief we gave them. I spent a lot of time chatting through my floral dreams with the Floward team, and oh boy, did they come to life and so much more. We opted for British native flowers similar to those you’d find in our garden, with a largely green and white scheme but with some purple woven in too; everything from the marquees, to the church to the archway in our garden was utterly transformed. Marquees by Original Marquees Charlie and I were so impressed with our stunning Marquees, but also with the set up and take-down process. The team at Original Marquees were so professional and efficient, and a week on, our grass shows no signs it was ever covered up! Our marquees were both traditional Sperry Tent style – and we also recruited separate companies to bring in beautiful draping, lighting, and sound specialists to add to the fabulous styling and detail. Catering by Quince & Clover I’m sure you all know how much we love Quince & Clover, and I’m sure it was no surprise that we chose them to do the catering for our wedding. Quince & Clover provided all of the food on our wedding day, as well as the wonderful BBQ the day after. Our guests proclaimed that the lamb served for our main wedding meal was ‘the best they’d ever had’ – and truly the quality of the food, locally sourced ingredients, and the incredible professionalism and friendliness of their team was truly exceptional. Rehearsal Dinner by Pit Kitchen Pit Kitchen is a popup restaurant that comes to the Cotswolds every summer. It’s one of our favourite places to go for dinner, and of course Charlie had become friendly with the chaps who run the venture, and they kindly agreed to cook some of their scrumptious shawarma dishes and so many more delicious plates for our dinner the night before the wedding. Cake by Barefoot Oxford I first met the team behind Barefoot during a wild swim on a cold, March morning – they bought brownies as our ‘reward’ for surviving the cold plunge – and they were truly the best brownies I’ve ever tasted. Barefoot Oxford did an excellent job creating our wedding cake of dreams. The whole process of creating our cake (especially sampling flavours!) was so fun and the cake designs worked perfectly for our floral theme, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly Hair by Summer of Michael Van Clarke Wow, what a fantastic job Summer did! She effortlessly styled my hair and my bridesmaids’ hair with the fabulous Millie-Rose – and I can’t forget to say a huge thank you to Bernie at Michael Van Clarke for colouring my hair for the last few years too. A dream team – and the most wonderful girls to spend time with on my wedding morning. Makeup by Jess at Laura Mercier I explained to Jess during my trial that I hoped to look like me, but with a far more professional touch – on our wedding day! The brief was a glowing, natural makeup look, and oh my goodness did Jess deliver! She created a look for me with our Laura Mercier favourite products, the foundation and the Laura Mercier setting spray being a particular favourite! El Said did the most spectacular job on the bridesmaids makeup too with assistance from Alice – truly the most fun and fabulous team to have with us. Nails by Jessica White Lovely Jess gave me and my bridesmaids flawless OPI gel manicures the day before the wedding. Of course I opted for Bubble Bath for my bridal mani! Jess even bought some Yorkshire Tea and her own nail oil creation as a wedding gift – how kind is she?! Fragrance by Jo Malone CBE Receiving a bespoke, personal fragrance from Jo Malone herself was a true ‘pinch-me’ moment! The scent she designed for me was inspired by the description that I gave her of our wedding day; and included the most heavenly rose notes which I’ll cherish forever. Tableware & Decor by The Luxe Collection UK The Luxe Collection is a company owned by Jen & Sam, our wedding planners, and they provide beautiful items for event hire, such as our favourite Charingworth cutlery (the exact same set as we have at home!) and more. Furniture by Virginia’s Vintage Hire We hired some extra pieces such as armchairs and tables from Virginias, as well as stocking up on antiques from local centres, to style the spaces for our event! Lighting by Crescent Moon Events Crescent Moon provided the incredible chandeliers we had in our marquees. It’s incredible the difference it made having beautiful lighting! Lamps by Pooky Lighting Pooky Lighting is a brand that we have used throughout our home. They create stunning lamp and lampshade designs, with their rechargeable lamps being a particular favourite of ours. Pooky kindly lent us many of their rechargeable lamps to place on the tables for our wedding breakfast, and they helped to create such a wonderful atmosphere. I believe Jen and Sam are purchasing some to rent out via The Luxe Collection. Draping by Draping Bliss Before starting the wedding planning process, I couldn’t have imagined all of the details that go into planning a wedding. One detail that I hadn’t thought about was draping. Draping Bliss transformed our marquees into the most magical spaces which would not have had the same look or atmosphere without their hard work. A great recommendation from Jen & Sam. Production by Evenlode Films Evenlode Films is a film production company based in Cheltenham who helped us with logistics such as lighting, electrics and other things which I would NEVER have a clue where to start! Music The Soundhouse Band The Soundhouse Band.. WOW. Where do I begin. Truly exceptionally talented musicians, singers, performers who had EVERYONE on the dance floor. I danced literally all night long and couldn’t recommend them any more highly. Vocal Works Gospel Choir Vocal Works performed during our Wedding ceremony. They kept guests entertained while they awaited the bride’s arrival, and also performed at the very end of the ceremony – singing ‘This Will Be an Everlasting Love’ as we left the church. Our guests all said they were truly fabulous – I only wish I’d got to hear them more! Beau String Quartet Beau String Quartet played during the ceremony and the garden party and are led by one of my followers online! A string quartet adds such a lovely ambience to an event and they played so beautifully. Okiem Official Okiem is an incredible pianist and composer who I hadn’t heard of before our wedding, but am now obsessed with! Okiem is incredibly talented, and I can see big things in his future. I have been lucky enough to see Okiem perform twice now; once at our wedding, and once at Henley Royal Regatta. I’d highly recommend checking him out on Spotify – I can’t stop listening to The Golden Circle! London Brass Roamers London Brass Roamers performed straight after our church ceremony, leading guests down the garden path back to our house and were truly fabulous at getting everyone dancing and upping the atmosphere during the party! Napkins & Candles by Bertioli by Thyme Thyme create the most wonderful fabrics, and so of course we had to incorporate them into our big day. Thyme kindly lent us the napkins for our wedding breakfast and we purchased a huge amount of their heavenly candles to add to the table scape and scent our wedding breakfast marquee – the best thing is, we still have so many left over so will enjoy this wedding scent for probably years to come! Table Runners by The Knotted Napkin Co We hired our table runners from The Knotted Napkin Co, they perfectly dressed the tables on the wedding day – and we also hired napkins from them for the garden party the following day. Dress by Emma Beaumont Atelier Emma and her team, based in Cheshire, brought my wedding dress dreams to life. I could not have been happier with the end result, and with the whole design process. Emma and her team were so professional and were a pleasure to work with, and my wedding dress will be kept safe and treasured for the rest of my life – it includes so many personal touches, from the fact that I was able to explain and design my absolute dream dress – to flowers from our garden embroidered within it – and even my precious sausage dogs embroidered within the Swiss Dot tulle too! Bridesmaids Dresses by Maids to Measure The wonderful sage green bridesmaids dresses were supplied by Maids to Measure, a London based company founded by two sisters. The Maids to Measure team were so incredibly helpful at helping me with the dresses at exceptionally short notice – and I think it’s fabulous that you’re able to have dresses all cerated from the same fabric, but with different designs to suit the style of each of your bridesmaids. Groomswear by Reiss Charlie and I have been loyal customers of Reiss for many years now, and Charlie absolutely loved the new Summer 2023 collection which included this sage green wool-linen suit – which is currently in the sale!! – The boys all looked very dapper! Jewellery by David Morris David Morris Jewellers, London provided me with my ‘something borrowed’. They lent me a beautiful set of their Miss Daisy collection jewellery, including a tiara, necklace, earrings, and some beautiful earrings for LL too. The jewellery was the most elegant and sparkling finishing touch to my bridal look.
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If you want to talk about the endless and unconditional love on our planet, then you have to mention mothers. This is because they are the only persons on Earth who are ready and have the ability to o
Cooling you down on a hot summer day with this winter wedding!
These incredible pictures will make you want to sneak outside for one last photo before the night ends.
“For my inspiration I wanted to create a timeless display of western romance to present Raw unposed moments of what an intimate and romantic wedding could be….”
Although we were both interested in each other I still kept him at an arms length away until one day I realized what he meant to me. A couple months later we went hunting (in the same mountains I talked about above) and he asked me to be his girlfriend. A year and a half later he asked me to be his wife.
This England-based couple fell in love with the historic St Giles House in Dorset to host their formal, yet completely posh party
A wedding based around everything this couple loved - burritos, ice cream, beer pong and lawn games.
Many wedding photographers would agree that creating a wedding photography shot list is one of the most crucial pre-wedding day prep that they do. However, creating the ultimate shot list will differ from wedding to wedding. While every wedding has some common activities and elements that can’t be missed, some cultural or unique traditions may require you to customize your shot list. Even though our template can help you create a shot list for your future weddings, don’t forget to consult your couple while working on it. Creating a shot list begins with asking the couple what they want, getting familiar with their vision, and then getting back to them with a carefully curated shot list that seamlessly blends their ideas with yours and also includes all the essential photographs. Why You Should Have a Wedding Photography Shot List Before we share our wedding photography shot list with you, allow us to help you understand how this or any other sample shot list benefits you. A well-crafted wedding photos shot list will help you stay calm and organized on the wedding day. You won’t have to stress about what you need to do next or whether you have taken all photographs that you had discussed with your couple. Also, if you plan to work with a second shooter, the wedding photography shot list will allow you to divide the shots between the two of you. This way, you will be able to give more attention to detail and quality. The Ultimate Shot List for Wedding Photographers 1. Getting Ready Images Image Credit @erinm_photography A photo of the bride in her comfy clothes or robe before she starts to get ready The bride sipping her drink with her bridesmaids The bride having fun or jumping on the bed with her bridesmaids A photo of the bride’s dress on a hanger, over a chair, or on a bedpost Bridesmaids helping the bride with her hair and makeup The bride getting ready with her bridesmaids The bridesmaids applying makeup The bride’s mom helping her fix the veil or zipping her up A full-length photo of the bride in her gown where she checks herself out in the mirror Detail photos of the bride’s accessories Detail photos of the bride’s footwear, garter, gloves, veil, train, and if any, her custom-made mask Detail shots of any stationary such as the invitation card Photos of the bride’s rings Photos of her hairdo and hair accessories A photo of the bride’s bouquet An emotional bride with her parents A shot of the bride with her sibling/s Related Read: How To Use Off Camera Flash To Create Dramatic Getting Ready Images Image Credit @narvoldphotography Bride with any other special people in the getting ready room Bride hugging the maid of honor A fun shot of the bride with her bridesmaids A formal picture of the bride with her bridesmaids Bride’s grandparent/s kissing her The groom getting ready with his groomsmen A classic image of the groom tying his tie or someone helping him do it Groom with his parent/s Groom with his sibling/s The groom with his grandparent/s The groom with his best man A fun photo of the groom with his groomsmen Groomsmen getting ready and putting on their bowties or boutonnieres A photo of the groom’s boutonniere Pictures of the groom’s shoes, watch, ring, any other accessory, including the mask Photos of the bride and the groom (in their separate suites) reading the letters they exchange before going in for the ceremony 2. Before the First Look or Pre-Ceremony Shots The groom’s dad whispering some last-minute advice in his ears Groom all dressed up and ready to leave for the ceremony or the first look Bride all dolled up and ready to leave for the ceremony or the first look The bride making her way to the ceremony or the first look The groom making his way to the ceremony or the first look Photographs of the bride and the groom separately getting into their limos or cars to reach the first look or ceremony venue (if it’s different from the getting ready venue) 3. The First Look Image Credit @flavio_d_photography The groom with his back towards the bride The bride approaching the groom The bride tapping on the groom’s shoulder The groom’s reaction Bride and groom’s reaction together Teary eyes Big smiles Holding hands The embrace Posed couple portraits If your couple is not doing a first look, you can simply take some couple portraits or staged first look photos when you can find a moment to sneak them away from the guests later during the day. Some cultures don’t have a first look concept, so you can just spend more time taking couple portraits at those weddings. 4. During the Ceremony Photos of the ceremony site decor (take them before the guests arrive) Guests going inside the church or any other ceremony site Ushers helping the guests find their seats Ushers helping moms reach their seats Bridesmaids and groomsmen performing their duties Photographs of the flower girl and the ring bearer in action Photos of the wedding party walking down the aisle Grandparents or parents walking down the aisle Shots of the wedding party waiting for the bride at the altar The groom walking to the altar The groom waiting for his bride at the altar A close-up shot of the bride at the door (right before she makes her entrance) The bride walking to the altar The couple at the altar A wide shot of the altar or stage with the couple, priest, and wedding party A wide shot of the guests from the couple’s point of view A close-up of the bride and the groom’s face when they exchange vows Close-up of the couple’s hands when they exchange rings The first kiss The couple walking down the aisle with guests smiling at them The newlywed couple outside the venue The ‘just married’ photos Hugs from friends and family Couple leaving the venue The couple in their car Related Read: Wedding Ceremony Photography Guide 5. The Cocktail Hour Shots Posed and romantic couple portraits Goofy and crazy couple portraits Bride with her parents Bride with her grandparents Bride with her siblings The bride with her family The groom with his parents Groom with his grandparents The groom with his siblings The groom with his family Bride with the groom’s family The groom with the bride’s family The couple with both sets of parents The couple with both sides of the family The couple with other family members Bride with her bridesmaids Groom with the bridesmaids Groom with the groomsmen Bride with the groomsmen The entire wedding party, including the flower girl, ushers, and the ring bearer The couple with their school/college friends The couple with their colleagues The bride with her sorority sisters The couple with their pets The couple meeting their guests The couple sipping their drinks 6. The Reception Photos Image Credit @apollofields Begin with images from outside the reception venue Photos of all reception details such as flowers, decor, seats, center table, guest book, favors table, centerpieces, catering arrangements (dining area, cutlery, napkins, etc.) Guests coming in Wedding party entry A dramatic shot of the bride and the groom arriving at the reception venue The grand entrance Receiving line photos The newlyweds at the head table The parents and guests tables Moments during various speeches Raising toasts The bride and the groom reacting to the speeches Shots of bride and groom’s parents The couple chatting with the guests The couple’s first dance Related Read: The 6 Most Important Angles To Capture During The First Dance 16. Father-daughter dance17. Mother-son dance18. The cake table.19. The wedding cake photos20. Cake-cutting shots21. The couple feeding cake to each other22. The dessert table23. Bride tossing the bouquet24. Bridesmaids trying to catch the bouquet25. Tossing the garter26. Catching of the garter27. Parents dancing together28. Grandparents dance29. Wedding party dance30. Kids playing or dancing at the reception31. The DJ or live band performing32. Guests dancing (any crazy dance moves, smiling, laughing faces) 33. A dancing bride with her bridesmaids34. A dancing groom with his groomsmen35. Romantic couple portraits outside the reception hall (request the couple to sneak out for a while to capture beautiful nighttime photos) 7. The Grand Exit Shots Image Credit @brandiallysephoto The wedding party and other guests lined up on both sides to wave goodbye to the bride and the groom A sparkler or confetti exit (or any other creative exit your couple planned for) The couple leaving the reception site and waving from their car Photos of the couple’s car departing Few Tips to Follow Before You Begin Shooting Now that you have an idea about all the possible scenes that you can capture at a wedding and the reception, here are some tips on how to perfectly document those moments. Scout the location for a better understanding of lighting and posing opportunities at a venue. Triple-check your gear and other essentials you might need at the wedding. Check for any photography restrictions at the venue. Be prepared with any medical documents such as COVID test results that venues might require. Go over everything you discussed with your couple about the shot list. Ensure your contract, insurance, or any other legal documents such as photography permissions for a private location are in place. In the case of a destination wedding, get familiar with the chosen destination’s photography and general laws. Further Read: 30 Must-Have Wedding Ceremony Shots To Add To Your Shot List Wedding photography is your passion, and helping you is ours! We hope our wedding photography shot list will help you improve your wedding day workflow and enable you to photograph your wedding without the constant stress of planning your next move. Besides helping you improve your wedding day workflow, we also help lessen your post-production workload by offering photo editing services that match your style. To learn more about our services, check out our pricing plans.
For those who prefer to have their favorite rustic wedding outside, a barn wedding could be the perfect solution. Barn wedding theme is becoming more and more popular as it not only saves so much of cost but also makes it look unique and interesting. Check out these beautiful rustic barn wedding ideas bellow to
If you want those grand exit photos but are on the fence about it, stick around, and we'll see if we can help you come to a decision.
This, my friends, is the reason I love Texas weddings. The reason my hearts stop when I see a sweet rustic setting joining forces with romantic details and heartwarming moments aplenty. And it's a...
A styled Ottawa Valley Country Wedding to inspire local brides. Why not include your horse and dogs in your country wedding!
Check out this super sweet and amazingly DIY-ed rustic barn wedding! Beautiful photography by Kristy Klaassen Photography.
Did every bride just decide to start sharing her signature shade? Because our feeds are full of bridesmaids in white and we’re lowkey loving it!
I am so pleased to share this amazing budget barn wedding with you today and the fact that this wedding was done on a budget of only $6,000. There is no doubt about it a wedding can cost a fortune but this wedding really demonstrates how on a tight budget you can still get an elegant rustic chic event. This bride was really going for a “A DIY Rustic Country Down-home Southern Barn Wedding” and from the pictures I would say she got exactly that. Thanks to Cali Ashton Photography for allowing us to show off such a great budget friendly wedding. See all our real weddings planned for under $10,000! SEE MORE SOUTHERN BARN WEDDINGS Sources – Photography: Cali Ashton Photography / venue: Grace Chapel Barn, Tennessee
