With sustainability being such a crucial concern for the wedding industry right now, this team of local suppliers got together to show us how a big day can be chic as well as green Images courtesy of Emily Brown Photography When Gaynor Lawson at Bailey & Blossom set out to collaborate with other Kentish wedding suppliers on a styled shoot, her vision was of all shades of red, with white, green and black, combining sleek lines with a countryside vibe. Next, photographer Emily Brown, celebrant Kate Mitchell and stationer Maddy Bishop from Green Planet Living joined the project and it started to evolve as they brought with them their passion for eco-conscious weddings. Emily is a proud member of the Sustainable Wedding Alliance and offers a range of eco-conscious prints and products. Meanwhile, Kate uses recycled ribbons, paper and natural elements in her ceremonies, and a tree is planted in the name of each of her couples via The Woodland Trust. It’d be a shame not to showcase this important aspect of the suppliers’ work, so things gathered momentum from there. Black Saucers Hire also came on board. The company offers beautiful place settings and cutlery, eliminating the need for single-use plastics. Next, the wonderful contrasting dresses, which were supplied by Kiss The Bride, a boutique less than five miles away from the venue, reducing time in transit. Filo Vegan Cakery created an amazing bake using the best vegan ingredients, and we’re told it tasted amazing! And it doesn’t end there, as make-up artist Deborah Hall uses vegan and cruelty-free make-up and hair products. Edenwood Place is a cool, botanical space that’s easy to make your own, from the chilled outdoor bar area to the breathtaking views over the valley below. Gaynor’s fabulously lush floral arrangements enhanced the venue’s verdant vibe and were created so that the components could be reused later in other arrangements following the shoot. ROMANCE Eco-chic 68
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