Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - Page number 34 - September/October 2021 (Issue 59)

Memory lane To celebrate the triumphant return of unrestricted weddings, we take a look back at some of our favourites H ere at Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding , we were cock-a-hoop when Boris announced that all restrictions on weddings would be lifted in July. The wait had been agonising both for the industry and for its lovely couples. We’ve absolutely loved seeing a wealth of intimate Covid- safe “I dos,” planned by inspiring couples simply unwilling to give in and determined to celebrate their love. They’ve taught us so much about living for the moment and appreciating what’s most important. On the other hand there are those amongst you who have a different kind of determination, standing firm on your dream wedding plans, deciding to ride out the storm and refusing to compromise. And that too is just as admirable. If there’s one point that bears repeating its that your wedding is your day, your way and you should never do anything other than what the two of you feel is right. So, to celebrate the triumphant return of weddings without borders we decided to take a look back at some of our favourites from recent years, big and small. GOTHIC OPULENCE Sara and Mike created their day at Thornton Manor in an avant-garde style with tones of red, black and gold. We’re still obsessed two years later! Sara shared some words of wisdom with us: “If you can, opt for an earlier ceremony. We got married at 2pm and the day flew by. I felt as though I didn’t have enough time to enjoy it and speak to everyone.” GREAT SCOT! Groom Jack hails from Inverness and when he asked Hayley out on a first date it was over the phone, as he was home celebrating Hogmanay. Eight years later, outside Inverness Castle, he asked Hayley to be his wife. So, given the significant part it played in their love story, it’s no surprise that the couple drew inspiration for their wedding theme from beautiful Scotland. The floral arrangements featured thistles, nodding to Jack’s heritage; the groom and his groomsmen all wore kilts; and guests were welcomed to Wrenbury Hall by the sound of bagpipes. THE ANATOMY OF LOVE Sarah and Chris chose an enchanted forest theme for their wedding celebrations at The Oak Tree of Peover. Talking about their venue choice, the bride told us, “We weren’t bothered about having a summer wedding, but were still looking for somewhere with the benefits of the great outdoors. The Oak Tree of Peover has glass walls and a cosy interior, so you could still enjoy the beautiful autumn trees.” Images: www.paulbaybutphotography.com Images: www.a-w-photography.co.uk Images: www.capturemybigday.com A theme COME TRUE We love it when a couple come up with a theme that’s personal to them, as well as the ingenious ways they weave it throughout the day. Here are some of our particular favourites. 34