Contemporary London wedding photographer – Siobhan H Photography

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  • Beautiful DIY wedding |The Yoghurt Rooms East Grinstead wedding photographer

    Beautiful DIY wedding |The Yoghurt Rooms East Grinstead wedding photographer

    The Yoghurt Rooms East Grinstead wedding photography

     

    If you are looking for clever, creative DIY ideas for your wedding day, you are going to love this wedding! Alexander and Aimée held their ceremony at St Swithun’s church in East Grinstead, followed by a wonderful reception at  The Yoghurt Rooms.

    Bursting with original, unique details that worked beautifully at this fun, countryside wedding venue, they treated their guests to a memorable day in the September sunshine. An entrance display of their story so far, including their  engagement photos, beautiful homemade stationery, delicate china cups resting on stacks of well-read books, recycled tins holding potted flowers and treats, and a collection of vintage framed photos remembering loved ones – the list goes on. All the details came together in such a meaningful way, it was perfect.

    The guests enjoyed delicious cocktails, a relaxed wedding breakfast before the ice-cream van rocked up and the party started!

    Here are their top tips:

    • “Decide on a theme that best suits the venue and represents you as a couple without dictating a particular colour scheme.”
    • “Work with that theme and all the things that mean something to you both throughout to bring it together.”
    • “Believe in your ability to create anything you want and dream of.”

    Congratulations Alexander and Aimée, I feel so very honoured to have been your wedding photographer! It was such a special day to be a part of, one of the highlights of my summer in fact. Thanks also to my fab second photographer, Kerry.

    Some kind words from the bride and groom:

    “Hi Siobhan, we have just looked through the pictures….wow! Amazing, we love them so much! Thank you for giving us a memory that we can treasure for ever. That we can look back on and remember the best day of our lives.”

    Scroll down to see more, and get in touch using the contact form below if you are planning your very own DIY wedding – I’d love to hear from you!

    Wedding venue:  The Yogurt Rooms

    Ceremony:  St. Swithun’s church, East Grinstead

    Bridal prep venue:  Crowne Plaza, East Grinstead

    Bridalwear:  Champagne & Confetti

    Brides shoes: Debenhams

    Groomswear: Hardman & Hemming

    Bridesmaids attire:  Dorothy Perkins

    Stationery: By the bride and groom

    Hair – Stacey Davies

    Make-up – Molly Buchanan

    Flowers: By the bride and groom

    Cheese cake: Bought at M&S and styled by the bride and groom

     

    Get in touch to check my availability for your wedding!

     

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  • 2018 wedding trends | UK wedding inspiration

    2018 wedding trends | UK wedding inspiration

    Congratulations, it’s wedding planning time (hurrah!) and I have put together a quick look at the best 2018 wedding trends for you.

    I have scoured the finest bridal blogs, flicked through the top wedding magazines and even photographed the coolest weddings to see what new ideas and trends are out there, saving you hours of planning time! You will find lots of brilliantly-creative wedding ideas here that will inspire you, and add a contemporary edge to your wedding. All wedding photography by me, of course!

     

    1. Celestial Beings

    Starry-eyed brides and grooms will love this theme. With so much scope for creativity, you can go all out like Jess and Crispin did (above and below), or maybe just add a casual nod to the night sky like star-shaped fairy lights on tables. Either way, it’s heavenly…

     

    Starry heels by  Charlotte Olympia

     

    2. See-through spaces

    Who doesn’t love the contemporary elegance of a Louis Ghost chair? They are one of the easiest ways to add this cool and modern wedding trend, though the same effect can be created by hiring an elegant glass-filled room – perhaps an orangery – as your wedding venue. It opens up the space beautifully, avoiding a heavy, cluttered look. Wedding styling by Always Andri (above left and below) and HeartShaped Weddings (above right).

    3. Black is the colour

     

    Add some drama to your decor with modern accents of black. Less is more and simplicity is the key to getting it right. Mix with some gold elements for the ultimate sophistication.

    old & Minimalist Wedding Style
    Cake display & table designed and styled by HeartShaped Weddings

     

    4. Paper Art

     

    Many stationery suppliers offer a bespoke service, allowing you to create something that reflects who you are. Scandi wedding invitations (above right) by  Paper Arrow Press.

         I love Rachel’s gorgeous invitations above, featuring a wonderful drawing of their ceremony church, by the bride’s close friend which beautifully picks up the rich  reds of the bouquet.

     

    5. Relaxed braids

    I have photographed enough weddings to know that many carefully-coiffed brides begin to see their updos unravel by the time the guests are seated for dinner. If you’re a relaxed and chilled bride, you are going to love this new trend. These gorgeous braids will perfectly complement a modern lightweight wedding dress – full of movement and natural elegance.

    Hair styling by Cassandra Rizzuto

     

    6. Bridal tiaras

     

    Tiaras are turning heads in 2018, and they come in all shapes and sizes. Alina’s look was inspired by one of her favourite works of art:  Vrubel’s Swan Princess – how enchanting does she look? Or for a more subtle take on it, Jessica is wearing the ‘Hedy’s halo crown’ from The Pink Collar Life.

                                      Alina rocking her tiara at her Chelsea wedding to Ricky.

     

     

    7. New Food

     

    This is a big London wedding trend and one that appeals to many of us. On your wedding day, wouldn’t it be great to see all of your guests mingling with each other, rather than confined to one seat for the entire meal? Food vans, spit roasts and bowl food have all featured at weddings I’ve photographed recently and I really love the relaxed atmosphere they help create.

    Bowl food beauty by Clerkenwell Green

    Authentic Mexican street food by Taco Truck

    Roasting marshmallows at a summer wedding in London


    8. Dessert Tables

     

    Dessert tables continue the easy food trend, creating not just an eye-catching display for your wedding guests to “ooh” and “ahh” over, they’re also a great conversation starter and an epicurean’s delight.

     

    I hope you enjoyed this brief look at some of the best 2018 wedding trends so far.

    I’ve been lucky enough to photograph all of the gorgeous examples above, so clearly I have worked with some very cool brides and grooms! If you are looking for stylish, modern and cool wedding photography, I would love to hear your wedding plans in the form below, and I will get back to you with all the answers you need as soon as possible!

    Happy wedding planning!

     

    Siobhan x

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