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The Boat Shed Open Day – Who’s Who

September 10, 2020 | Boat shed wedding, Boat yard wedding, Bridal Inspiration, Creative Styling, Hampshire Wedding, Styling, Wedding Open Day, Wedding Venue

We’ll be back to two posts a week from next week! It’s all just been a bit crazy what with school starting and getting ready for The Boat Shed open day this weekend… Here’s who you can expect to meet/appreciate their wares at The Boat Shed Open Day on Sunday (11am-3pm) Elizabeth James Events These guys are providing a neon sign and faux foliage wall for Sunday. We can’t wait to see it! Quite the statement piece. These guys are based locally and they have an extensive hire collection so they’re well worth checking out. www.elizabethjamesevents.co.uk Luminique Events We’re so…

Carus Jewellery – Antique Jewellery Specialists

September 1, 2020 | Antique Jewellery, Bridal Inspiration, Vintage Wedding, Wedding Accessories, Wedding Jewellery

Established in 2012 Carus Jewellery is the online home to an exclusive and carefully curated collection of antique jewellery, from the Georgian, Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Art Deco periods. Sustainability Antique jewellery is classically beautiful and a great investment to pass down through the generations. If the design of an antique piece is not to the liking of the new recipient, the materials can be reused to create a bespoke new design. Carus Jewellery’s carbon footprint is tiny, and they are very proud of this model of sustainability. Beautiful, valuable items become family heirlooms. My favourite pieces Whether you’re…

Garden of England Bridal Shoot at The Secret Garden

August 26, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Country Garden Wedding, Creative Styling, Kent Wedding, Laid Back Wedding, Styled bridal shoot, Styling

Today we hand over to Lily Jones Events to tell us all about the inspiration behind this beautiful, quintessentially British bridal shoot at The Secret Garden in Kent… Kent, also known as the Garden of England, is definitely one of the most beautiful counties to get married in. With its rolling hills, beautiful coastline, bountiful orchards and hop gardens, Kent was named ‘The Garden of England’ by King Henry VIII and has kept true to its name to this day with its iconic oast houses and, most famously, growing the strawberries for Wimbledon tennis tournament every year. With its beautiful…

Dutch Masters-themed Bridal Shoot @ Fabrica, Brighton

August 13, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Brighton Wedding, Creative Styling, Styled bridal shoot, Styling, Sussex Wedding, Wedding Styling, Wedding Venue

This unique and dramatic styled shoot was curated by Alex Cvijovic from The Wonderous Wedding Fair. Her vision for the shoot was to juxtapose the vibrancy of Dutch Golden age paintings with vintage florals. The palette was a combination of rich sultry colours with pops of blue and gold. The Venue Fabrica in Brighton is a former Regency church in the heart of the city. It boasts impressive stained glass windows, high ceilings, and a traditional overhead balcony. Now a contemporary art gallery, the venue allows a number of exclusive ceremonies to be held every year. Alex was looking for…

The House of Love Illustration

July 22, 2020 | Boat shed wedding, Boat yard wedding, Bridal Inspiration, Unique Ideas, Wedding Illustration

Imagine how happy I was when Megan Metcalf AKA The House of Love Illustration contacted me at the beginning of the year and said she wanted to come and do some live drawings at my Boat Shed wedding fair. I love her work and was so touched she made the journey all the way from Margate. Above are drawings she did on the day featuring The Curated Kitchen‘s exhibition stand. I guess the inviting grazing table of different colours and textures was the ideal still life! The above drawings were also done on the day, featuring buoys within the alternative,…

The Boat Shed – Kitsch & Nautical Styled Shoot

July 10, 2020 | Boat shed wedding, Boat yard wedding, Bridal Inspiration, Hampshire Wedding, Styled bridal shoot, Styling, Wedding Venue

Way back in March, before the world ground to a halt, I organised a styled bridal shoot at The Boat Shed. I wanted an opportunity to get some awesome photos of the venue and I knew I could count of some of my fantastic contacts to collaborate… I wanted a pro on board when it came to the ‘look’ so I asked Sally Gallis, Events by Design if she’d like to lead on the concept and styling… and boy, did she do a good job! The theme was kitsch/nautical. The idea was fun, tongue-in-cheek, saucy sailor-boy kinda vibes. As you…

8 Ways to Entertain Your Wedding Guests

July 8, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Photography, Wedding Entertainment, Wedding Photo Booth, Wedding photographer, Wedding Photography

There are so many things to think about and consider when it comes to planning your wedding. While some aspects will be more important than others, make sure to include wedding entertainment at the top of your list. Not only will your guests thank you for it later, but good entertainment will always be remembered, even after your day has passed. Jasmin from Blush & Pose Photography has brainstormed and put together her top ideas for you to consider… HIRE A PHOTO BOOTH We know how popular photo booths are at weddings, because this is what we do. Photo booths…

Country/Frida Kahlo Inspired Bridal Shoot

June 23, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Styled bridal shoot

We’re in love with these images submitted by Toni of Cuttlebone Photography. The flowers are such statement pieces (especially the Frida Kahlo inspired crown!) and the white boots give a cool country vibe. Over to Toni to explain a bit more about the shoot… Brandon (Flowers 4) and I had worked together a few times on shoots and have been friends for years. For this styled session we wanted to create a country, rock and roll wedding with a side of Frida. A statement headpiece rather than the dainty norm and stunning bouquets filled with beautiful scented blooms and pampas…

Styled Bridal Shoot at The Winding House, Kent

June 10, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Creative Styling, Kent Wedding, Photography, Styled bridal shoot, Styling, Wedding Decor, Wedding fashion, Wedding Flowers, Wedding Styling, Wedding Venue

Kent-based wedding planner Natasha Spencer curated this simple, elegant bridal shoot at The Winding House. Over to Natasha to explain her inspiration behind the cool collaboration… “I’ve spent a lot of time swooning over beautiful, minimal wedding styling lately and wanted to create my own shoot.” “The minimal, industrial-style colours I took inspiration from are natural, crisp, clean and simple.” “I softened the minimal colours using neutral tones and copper.” “I wanted to keep everything paired back whilst exuding luxury, warmth and style.” Planning and Styling – www.natasha-spencer.co.uk Photography – samieleephotography.com Venue – www.thewindinghouseweddings.com Dresses – www.harpersmithbridal.co.uk Hair and Make Up…

Bridal Inspiration – Southsea Styled Shoot

May 19, 2020 | Bridal Inspiration, Creative Styling, Hampshire Wedding, Styled bridal shoot, Styling, Wedding Styling, Wedding stylist

Today, extracted from our current issue, we’ve got an uber-cool inspirational shoot for you. Shot in my hometown of Southsea, Portsmouth and involving some of my very favourite supplier folk, this shoot was a no-brainer for our issue 17 cover. The only problem was choosing which image to use! The shoot was organised by my good friend and colleague Alex Cvijovic who runs The Vintage Parade and The Wonderous Wedding Fair. With a background in art and design, Alex always comes up with unique concepts and executes them perfectly. This shoot took place at The Queens Hotel in Southsea, a magnificent…

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