Editor loves and inspiration

Photographed by Lucy Lyons Photography, this styled shoot blends modern bridal fashion, minimalist design, and luxury editorial styling, intentionally juxtaposed with Prested Hall's historic elegance to appeal to contemporary couples who want something timeless but with a twist! The bride's look is gentle and romantic: natural make-up and loose waves which softens the boldness of the cake design.

Shoot organiser and MUA Lauren Jones had a vision to merge rich, tactile luxury with a modern, editorial edge, and with a venue like Tuffon Hall and a creative dream team behind her, it soon came to life.

The inspiration behind this styled shoot blends modern bridal fashion, minimalist design, and luxury editorial styling, intentionally juxtaposed with Prested Hall's historic elegance to appeal to contemporary couples who want something timeless but with a twist! The bride's look is gentle and romantic: natural make-up and loose waves which softens the boldness of the cake design.

Shoot organiser and MUA Lauren Jones had a vision to merge rich, tactile luxury with a modern, editorial edge, and with a venue like Tuffon Hall and a creative dream team behind her, it soon came to life.

Channelling Regency sophistication with a nod to Bridgerton, shoot coordinator Caroline Gould designed a styled shoot that perfectly complements the hotel's historic grandeur. Caroline recalls, “Weddings at Wivenhoe House Hotel often take place in the Garden Suite but we wanted to focus our efforts on showcasing the Drawing Room for ceremonies and Signatures Room for dining. It's such a beautiful space, steeped in history and the perfect location within the Hotel for Weddings of up to 60 guests. Having worked in the wedding industry for over 20 years, mostly as a wedding planner, I've met some fantastic suppliers in the Essex area that really are at the top of their game. So, when it came to selecting collaborators for this shoot, it was super easy and an absolute pleasure to work with them all.”

Eucalyptus, Star Wars, and Stilton the cat: a truly personal celebration for Benjamin and Katharine Ruddy at Alpheton Hall Barns. The venue was transformed into a botanical haven. Large wooden hoops hung from the ceiling, each one wrapped in generous garlands of eucalyptus and complementary foliage. This theme carried throughout the space, echoed subtly in the stationery, which featured hand-drawn eucalyptus illustrations, and in the sage-green napkins that sat at each place setting.

Kat and Ben knew they wanted a barn wedding. Having visited a few venues, the pair clicked most with Nic and Carol at Alpheton Hall Barns. The venue offered a lot of scope for personalisation, and it was clear they thought carefully about small touches and little details that helped bring the day together. This was perfect for Kat and Ben as the date was set for 4th May 2025, also known as Star Wars Day. To honour the date, they hid miniature Star Wars spaceship models around the venue for guests to discover! 

Lauren and Roy Hudson added a touch of noir to their exquisite wedding at Leez Priory. Lauren knew the dress was 'the one' the moment she tried it on. Lauren remembers, “It was important to me to get my grandma's seal of approval, being an alternative gown. I knew it was the one after showing her white gowns first and the moment I popped on the black gown she said, 'oh that's so you – you look beautiful'.”

Eucalyptus, Star Wars, and Stilton the cat: a truly personal celebration for Benjamin and Katharine Ruddy at Alpheton Hall Barns. Kat and Ben knew they wanted a barn wedding. Having visited a few venues, the pair clicked most with Nic and Carol at Alpheton Hall Barns. The venue offered a lot of scope for personalisation, and it was clear they thought carefully about small touches and little details that helped bring the day together. This was perfect for Kat and Ben as the date was set for 4th May 2025, also known as Star Wars Day. To honour the date, they hid miniature Star Wars spaceship models around the venue for guests to discover! 

Roy and Lauren have known each other for as long as they can remember. Over time, they realised that their friendship had potential become something more. They were right, and on 5th August, 2025 the pair joyfully tied the knot at Leez Priory.