Torre Bassano Italy wedding, emotional groom speech, chic Italian bride

Annalisa and Marc originally planned a big wedding in London but decided to change plans to Italy instead! Bride Anni and her family are Italian and it was their dream to be get married in Anni’s native country. So after a legal ceremony in London, they went full steam ahead with their destination wedding.

From our initial video call and subsequent emails and messages, we hit if off straight away and I was inspired and in awe of their bond and love. Their love is deep rooted in friendship, shared values and strong family bonds. I knew their wedding would reflect their easy going, fun and kind nature.

They hosted their friends and family at the beautiful Villa Carafa De Cillis and the wedding celebrations at Torre Bassano on the coast. Despite the hot sun and strong winds during the ceremony, it was a truly heartfelt and emotional ceremony. Led by celebrant Valentina, who did a wonderful job at translating the ceremony and sharing Anni and Marc’s story. The readings from the couple’s mum and bride’s uncle was tearful and beautiful.

The celebrations continued with a delicious seven course dinner and speeches outdoors as the sunset. Dolce Vita Orchestra brought the high energy music and party vibes, with everyone dancing the night away.

Thank you so much Anni and Marc for having me!

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Videographer - Hanh Made Films
Photographer - Michelara pacciuolo
Prep venue - Villa Carafa De Cillis
Venue - Torre Bassano
Drone operator - Gio Celebrant - Valentina Florist - Boutique dei fiori
MUA -Abi Taylor bride
Dress - Madilane bridal
Band - La Dolce Vita

Elegant Grove House Roehampton wedding, Korean bride

Seojin and Jeremy first met as colleagues in London and formed a friendship. It wasn't until two years later, they bumped into each other in New York and their friendship blossomed into romance. Jeremy planned the proposal at Blue Hill in Stone Barn, a beautiful restaurant outside of New York. After Seojin said yes and they were officially engaged, Jeremy had organised a surprise for Seojin by having their friends there to celebrant together.

Although living stateside, they planned their wedding with the help of Illy Elizabeth wedding planner. It was a joy to see all their friends and family come from the US and South Korea to celebrate their wedding, with a church service in South London followed by the reception at Grove House in Roehampton. It was an elegant and luxurious wedding with Seojin looking chic in her Newhite gown. She wowed her guests with a second dress in the evening in a gorgeous sparkly dress.

There were beautiful pastel florals decorated all through the venue, a string quartet during cocktail hour and Korean inspired gift bags for all their guests.

The day was filled with music and heartfelt speeches, including video messages from Seojin’s family in South Korea. The bride and groom even sang a song together during their speeches, much to their guests delight!

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Venue - Grove House Photographer - Nina Wernicke Wedding planner - Illy Elizabeth Weddings Florist - Lavender Green Flowers Dress - NeWhite Bridal Cake - Claire Lune Cake Stationery - The Lovely Little Details Band - The Heights Props - Wedhead and The Little Wedding Warehouse

Chic London surprise wedding, Chelsea Old Town Hall

When Kay first got in touch and told me she and her fiance Charlie were planning a surprise wedding in Chelsea London, I was so excited to capture their special day and their guests reactions on the announcement! The couple had invited their family and closest friends to their engagement party at The Phene restaurant in Chelsea, all the while the couple were actually secretly getting married down the road at Chelsea Old Town Hall!

Myself and photographer Lynn was there with the couple to capture them with their families pre ceremony. I then arrived at The Phene where Kay’s best friend Kendra annouced to their guests the suprise. It was so fun to capture their joy and reactions! We all then made the short walk to the town hall to wait for the newly weds to come out to congratulate them and throw confetti. Kay had organised an addtional surprise for Charlie, by organising music by Joey Clarkson who sang “love is all we need” on the steps of the town hall. It truly was a special and intimate moment to capture and witness.

The couple and their guests continued the celebrations back at The Phene with speeches and the couple’s first dance. It was wonderful to see Kay's family join them from Canada and also their cute dog Boris join in the celebrations. The couple looked super chic and I'm obsessed with Kay's elegant Eva Lendral dress.

Their surprise wedding is a great reminder to follow your own rules when planning your day, to have fun and celebrate your wedding - your way.

This wedding is featured on Rock My Wedding.

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Venue - Chelsea Old Town Hall Videographer - Hanh Made Films
Photographer - Lynn Shapiro
Musician - Joey Clarkson music
Florist - Hidden Botanics
Hair stylist and makeup artist - Yi Beauty London
Bridal gown - Eva Lendal
Bridal boutique - Love Bridal London

Fun Spanish wedding, Casa La Siesta, Vejer

Daisy and Majid had the most epic wedding weekend at the beautiful boutique hotel Casa La Siesta in Vejer De La Fontera, Spain and it was an absolute honour to capture all the fun celebrations. I flew into Gibraltar airport late on Friday, and one hour later the best man George and I were dropped off in the lively town of Vejer, where Daisy and Majid were having their welcome drinks.

The next day I arrived at Casa La Siesta, Majid and his 12 groomsmen relaxing by the pool. Daisy and her girls were getting ready. Their friends were rehearsing their songs in the courtyard and the sun was shining. The fun and energetic vibes continued throughout the day and night with beautiful readings, speeches and performances - including an emotion rendition of “God Only Knows” when Daisy walked down the aisle. The singing continued with a flash mob of “Lovely Day” from their talented guests inlcuding Pixie Lott and Rachel Adedeji to name just a few. Later on, a crowd pleasing “Greatest Showman” performance by their talented friend Andy, who definitely got the guests dancing and on their feet.

Daisy and Majid's romance and lust for life is truly inspiring. They met whilst working together on the TV show Hollyoaks and it was a joy to capture their wedding celebrations in June.

Thank you Daisy and Maj for your kindness and positive energy. This was a highlight that I'll never forget, thank you for trusting me with your special day.

Special thanks to Robin Ramos photographer for the drone footage.

Highlight film

Suppliers

Venue - Casa La Siesta Photographer - Robin Ramos HMUA - House of Evelyn Dress - Rikidalal Suit - Hugo Boss Stationery - KM stationery and design DJ and Band - Panela Productions

Majid and Daisy teaser film

Becky and Chris, intimate Italian theme marquee wedding, East Sussex

It was such a pleasure being able to film Becky and Chris’ s wedding this year, they had to postpone their wedding from July to September with a much smaller guestlist due to Covid 19 but it still was a truly special celebration. I really admire their determination and optimism in getting married at their church in Burwash, followed by a beautiful marquee reception in the Sussex countryside with their 30 guests.

There was lots of special touches including Becky’s beautiful wedding dress, which herself and mum Jane designed and made herself! The sun was shining and it was a lovely late Summer’s day, the reception was decorated with a rustic Italian theme to mark their love for travelling around Italy and where Chris proposed to Becky in Venice. It was a lovely intimate wedding and a honour to be a part of.

Congratulations Becky and Chris, I wish you all the best as Mr and Mrs!

This wedding is featured on Rock My Wedding.

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Videography - Hanh Made Films
Photography - Paul Fuller
Bridal headpiece - Eden B Studio
Makeup artist - Kelly Jenner Makeup
Florist - Blue Hen Flowers
Marquee - Maypole Marquee