We are super thrilled that our gorgeous directory member, Ink & Paper, headed by designer Grania, participated in this beautiful editorial, in producing the most beautiful, contemporary wedding stationery. These images are are a result of a creative collaboration last year in between lockdowns, where a group of British wedding suppliers came together to reimagine
Month: January 2021
I am so proud to share these images with you today. The artistry, the fashion, the setting and the personal message delivered from the creative individual who conceived this editorial concept are all so beautifully aligned. Those of you unfamiliar with wedding planner Natalie Hewitt’s work should follow her Instagram instantly. Natalie’s wedding planning and
Welcome to Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… This week, we released a MAJOR, hyper-researched article for anyone planning a wedding right now. A massive roundup of GWS-approved venues that are equipped to host micro weddings this year. We will likely continue to update this post, so put the link in your notes app!
Hello lovelies – sincerely hoping that this finds you well and getting through the week OK. This wonderful wedding was held at Chelsea Old Town Hall, after which, the couple celebrated with a marquee reception at a family members home – the kind of wedding so very many of you will be missing right now.
Shayna + Kada are bringing the drama today with some seriously edgy bridal fashion (looking at you, black wedding dress) and a most romantic wedding in the redwoods! They made their vows official surrounded by mighty trees in Santa Cruz, CA. Their families looked on as their small ceremony unfolded with plenty of romance and
Although we’ve all been hopeful, the reality is that the Covid-19 pandemic continues to rage on. So what does this mean for wedding planning? Well, unless you’re looking towards the end of this year or into 2022, it might mean that you’re planning a sweet, scaled-down celebration called a micro wedding! What is a micro
Hello lovely ones – we have the most charmingly sweet October micro wedding to share with you today. Broadcaster Danielle married Comedian Steve on 10th October 2020 at the wonderfully restored Low Hall The Lakes in The Lake District. We are so immensely proud to recommend this beautiful venue to our readers through our curated
Dark versus Light. Soft versus Hard. Sweetness versus Seduction. This was the theme for this Swan Lake Inspired Styled Shoot that took place at Hycroft Manor in Vancouver, Canada. Wonderstruck Events shows us how to create two distinct looks: one, dark and sultry with a black-centered color palette, striking lines and bold design details- the
How is wedding planning going? Unfortunately, we didn’t leave the pandemic behind like we did with 2020. There are still many challenges while working through your checklist. Wedding planning Covid style isn’t ideal, it’s very much a relativity for you 2021/2022 couples! Rest easy, because our friends at Be Inspired PR sent over some very
This truly gorgeous wedding was one of the last ones to be held before the UK went into their first national lockdown back in March 2020. Prudence, Talent & Performance Manager in Fashion, married Ben, Creative Director and Director of own Fragrance Brand called The Fievre married, on 19th March 2020. The couple chose the
If it’s good enough for the royal family, it’s good enough for us! This moody winter wedding inspiration is filled with luxe floral details and modern-fairy tale bridal fashion on castle-like grounds. Wyresdale Park is a dreamy estate and working farm nestled in the Forest of Bowland, a favorite retreat for the royals. And it’s
One of the simplest ways to make a wedding unique to you is to infuse it with meaningful elements. Simple, at least, in theory. But we’ve found that if you look for meaning, you’ll find it. In a symbolic flower, a song, a color. And in the case of today’s beautifully luxe inspiration, meaning comes
Take the worry and stress out of choosing your wedding flowers with the wonderful + affordable options from The Bouqs Co. Weddings & Events! Bouqs Weddings knows couples currently planning their weddings already have a lot on their plate, and trying to maneuver around the floral industry amidst a pandemic can seem overwhelming. If you’ve
Radiant rubies, timeless vintage pieces and ornate diamond pavés, we’re looking for an extra helping of romance as we scout out the best engagement rings for a Valentine’s Day proposal. Credit: Alicia J Diamonds With Valentine’s Day just around the corner and Engagement Season still in full-flow (despite the pesky pandemic), love is most definitely
It gives me the greatest of pleasures to share this article with you today – a conversation with my friend and deeply talented artist, Freya Rose, and a lovely January-pick-me-up opportunity to win yourself something lovely. I don’t want to do a a huge introduction as Freya has shared so much good stuff below, but
Dominike-Arielle and Laurent had to postpone their wedding day not once, but twice! In 2019, the surprise arrival of their first child had them pushing their dream day to 2020, but then, Covid-19 came and turned things upside down. Their disappointment was crushing. That’s when their photographer came in to treat them to something extra
Now is a good time to call a meeting with your florist. With the beautiful, boho trend of dried flower crowns continuing to rise, we encourage you to take a minute and consider these festival floral vibes! The feathery plumes of pampas grass speak to our hearts here at GWS, but there’s much more that’s
This beautiful modern wedding features the bridal designs of one of my favourite international bridal fashion brands, the incomparable Jesus Peiro, Couple Yasmin and James tied the knot on the 9th October 2019 at Burley Manor in The New Forest, Hampshire. I love the sweet and laidback vibes of this day – and honestly, that choice
Vintage is the name of the game for this totally transporting ’70s-inspired backyard wedding. The whole crew—from the bride and groom to the bridesmaids—wore select pieces from vintage shop, Alice and Irene. And it didn’t stop there! The tablescape featured vintage place-settings that were fitting for the retro-style home that housed the small party. If
Whilst the vast majority of weddings that were scheduled to take place last year didn’t happen, our incredible wedding industry didn’t just sit around doing nothing. They got together, they collaborated and they continued to create beauty. These images were taken by wedding photographer Jessica Piazza Photography at a styling workshop held in December at
Welcome to Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Well, hello there! How is everyone feeling? Hopefully, you’re feeling hopeful. It was a week that made history and if nothing else, we hope everyone has made time for reflection as we look forward to better days ahead! We had a lot of good stuff on
These celebrities are on to something…they’ve managed to secure top spots in the ranking for the world’s most expensive engagement rings. Credit: Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lopez via Instagram @jlo Despite a pause on lavish wedding celebrations, we’ve seen a record high in winter engagements and you lovestruck romantics have been splitting with your hard
For as long as weddings cannot take place because of our lockdown, we will continue to share even more beautiful, inspirational weddings than ever before, to remind you why love, gatherings and celebration are important. This is Project Manager Annabelle and Teacher Conor’s wedding which took place on 12th April 2019 at Virginia Park Lodge,
A blank canvas-type wedding venue is wonderful for a couple with one stunning vision! Something like today’s velvety fall wedding inspiration demonstrates the huge impact that a seemingly soft, neutral color palette can have. With white walls and tall ceilings, the sky’s the limit. And today’s editorial team wanted that sky draped in velvet! The
One thing’s for certain as we head into 2021- elopements and backyard weddings are a major thing and they’re not going anywhere! In fact, this wedding combines both! Nature lovers and creatives, Dallas + Luke knew they wanted to elope in a way that allowed them to enjoy nature, while still being able to put
I have such a joyously heartfelt celebration to share with you all today; the wedding of a florist who co-created the spectacular floral arrangements and installations you’ll see all the way through the day. She also has some honest and practical words of advice about feeling overwhelmed during the wedding planning process, which I know
Emily and Julian originally had a large wedding of 150 guests planned at a venue in Santa Ynez. But as the pandemic continued to rage on, they opted to drastically cut down their guest list and select a more fitting wedding venue. To make matters more intimate + precious, Emily’s parents folded one thousand paper
It is an incredible pleasure to share this article with you today – a deep dive exploration into the journey of a creative designer, how she got where she is, how she creates, what she inspires her and a fascinating insight into the couture/bespoke wedding dress design journey for all you brides considering this option.
2021 Weddings are upon us, and with them comes hope for a brighter and better year for all! What better way to start things off by dreaming of what the biggest 2021 Wedding trends will be. Last year saw a total shake up of the wedding industry and this year we will see couples continuing
Imagine this: bags packed, you jump into a helicopter with your love. You’re then whisked off to a clearing off the coast, prepared with luxe florals, a table for two, and even a cozy bed for stargazing. Just like that, you’re in another world—one created especially for you. Today’s boho Big Sur elopement inspiration is