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Wedding celebrant and shoot coordinator, Gabrielle Jones, wanted to bring a photo shoot together full of queer people and allies of the LGBTQ+ community with vibrancy and fun and boy did she fulfil the brief. Gabrielle says, "I wanted to create a stage to allow everyone to be themselves and to promote love. I met Charlie, from Farlie Photography and we clicked straightaway. Charlie not only understood my vision but skilfully brought it from concept to reality.” The models are a real-life couple who celebrated an intimate wedding the year before, so this colourful shoot was a beautiful chance for them to feel that newlywed love all over again.

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.”

Both Joshua and Rhea fell in love with Apton Hall, and it matched their sage green colour scheme perfectly, to Rhea's delight! Rhea wore a stunning, satin off-the-shoulder ballgown, purchased from Bellissima Weddings. Her bride tribe were by her side on the day she said yes, and it was safe to say there were tears all round. The design, Essence of Australia was another nod to travel! It was certainly meant to be. The groom and his fellow groomsmen looked dapper in cream three-piece suits, whilst the bridesmaids wore mix and match gowns in sage.

Vaulty Manor was the location for this boho celebration of family & forever – fur babies included! At the core of the shoot is shoot organiser, Janie's, deep personal connection to the venue, which was once her great-grandmother's home and is now a beloved family-run wedding space. The photos capture areas she remembers fondly from childhood, making the entire shoot feel personal and rooted in family history because, ultimately, everything about this venue comes back to home.

Both Joshua and Rhea fell in love with Apton Hall, and it matched their sage green colour scheme perfectly, to Rhea's delight! Rhea wore a stunning, satin off-the-shoulder ballgown, purchased from Bellissima Weddings. Her bride tribe were by her side on the day she said yes, and it was safe to say there were tears all round. The design, Essence of Australia was another nod to travel! It was certainly meant to be. The groom and his fellow groomsmen looked dapper in cream three-piece suits, whilst the bridesmaids wore mix and match gowns in sage.

Vaulty Manor was the location for this boho celebration of family & forever – fur babies included! At the core of the shoot is shoot organiser, Janie's, deep personal connection to the venue, which was once her great-grandmother's home and is now a beloved family-run wedding space. The photos capture areas she remembers fondly from childhood, making the entire shoot feel personal and rooted in family history because, ultimately, everything about this venue comes back to home.

Art Deco wedding inspiration featuring celestial jewellery trends at The Arlington Ballroom. Shoot organiser and hair and make-up artist, Anna Vine, said, “I wanted to focus this shoot on vintage fashion and styling for a wedding to highlight how you can have a unique and classic day whilst being as sustainable as possible. Rather than purchasing a brand-new piece worn only once, more couples are choosing to thrift or seek vintage fashion, combining sustainability with personal expression. And here's the twist: who says it must be white? "

Vaulty Manor was the location for this boho celebration of family & forever – fur babies included! The inspiration behind the styled shoot was to celebrate the heart and soul of Vaulty Manor, nestled in the beautiful British countryside.

Something old, something thrifted, something fabulous: vintage gowns and era-perfect hair to match for nearlyweds who rewrite the rules. That was the ethos behind this Art Deco inspired styled shoot that was shot at The Arlington Ballroom.

At the core of the shoot is shoot organiser, Janie's, deep personal connection to the venue, Vaulty Manor, which was once her great-grandmother's home and is now a beloved family-run wedding space. The photos capture areas she remembers fondly from childhood, making the entire shoot feel personal and rooted in family history—because, ultimately, everything about this venue comes back to home.