We kept our cake simple and chose a three-tier design decorated with white icing tied with a bow in the shades of our colour theme. We served it for dessert and the three delicious flavours were summer raspberry and white chocolate; carrot cake, and decadent double chocolate. Carina, the owner of Carina B Couture located in Bradford-on-Avon chose the dress styles for me to try on after I had been recommended to visit the boutique. She took into account the vision for the day, my body shape, my likes and dislikes and my character and personality. The minute I saw my Sassi Halford gown, I was smitten! To have grazing platters which created a fantastic social atmosphere, we kept our table decorations to a minimum. We chose individual bud glasses with tall gold candlesticks and a cream table runner for each one. We presented our table plan on sailboards which created a feature inside the marquee. Our table names were after memorable locations to us as a couple. They included Gylly Beach where we became engaged. Our florist, Hollie created our dream floral arrangements, She invited my mum and me to join her at the flower market to pick the varieties that we wanted in the arrangements. These included the stunning mink roses that we had in the bouquets. “Using ADDO Events meant that things ran seamlessly.The team’s attention to detail and their creativity was invaluable.” - Ellie and Alex The dramatic floral displays were outstanding. They included a wild foliage arch adorning the doorway to the church and a wildflower meadow placed at the altar. The flower installations had exactly the impact that we wanted – they were the first thing that some of our guests commented on. The final dress that I chose was everything that I said I didn’t want. It had sleeves, a full skirt and a fully covered bodice. I had my heart set on a slinky, figurehugging gown but when I tried on some of these styles, I felt underwhelmed by them. Top tip: “Weddings are a big investment so prioritise the things that allow you as a couple to enjoy your day.” - Ellie and Alex Top tip: “Prioritize your wedding photography and videography which allows you both to relive the memories long after the tables are cleared.” - Ellie and Alex REAL WEDDINGS 29
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