Love Lauren and Russ went all-out for their incredible wedding after finding each other online Images courtesy of Natasha Marshall Photography AT FIRST swipe Lauren met Russ on dating app Bumble. “We had our first date on the 1st October, 2016 – and had already booked two holidays together six weeks later!” laughs the bride. “I loved how Russ made me laugh without even meaning to. He’s kind and thoughtful, and we have similar ambitions. Life just feels exciting being with him. Russ says he fell for my kindness, positive attitude towards life, and the way I can light up any room I’m in with my personality.” Fast forward two and a half years and the couple were enjoying an all-inclusive holiday to Mexico. “It was our last night and we went to the hotel’s premium restaurant which you had to pay extra for,” continues Lauren. “Russ conveniently forgot his card, so I paid, and we went back to the bar to meet friends. At the end of the night, we walked back to our room only to hear music playing from inside – which Russ seemed equally confused by. I walked in to Spanish music and rose petals over the floor and on the bed, along with a bottle of Champagne. Even then I had no idea, especially when Russ said he simply wanted to thank me for our holiday! He went to the safe to take his watch off and came back with his hands behind his back, before producing a ring. I can’t remember a word he said – but it was still the happiest moment of my life.” The couple chose the 15th October, 2021 for their wedding, saying ‘I do’ at Braxted Park. Here, Lauren tells us all about their incredible day… Scan to view video 33 REAL WEDDINGS
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