Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - Page number 22 - November/December 2021 (Issue 59)

pathway and little lights illuminated the bridge in the gardens. The staff also dressed the beams of the glasshouse in eucalyptus and drapes with more twinkling lights. “Having our friends and family together for the first time in what felt like forever was the most special feeling.” LOOKING THE PART The bride wore a Lusan Mandongus gown, which was expertly altered by Carlamarie, owner of The Brides Room in Southport. “She was amazing,” Laura says. She kept her accessories subtle with some diamond and pearl drop earrings. Her new mother- in-law kindly had these made for her using two diamonds from Neil’s grandmother’s engagement ring. Meanwhile, her groom bought her a matching pearl necklace as a surprise. Neil, his best men and the dads were all dressed in traditional black dinner suits complete with black bow ties. The style of the groom’s waistcoat differed from the other gents to allow him to stand out as man-of-the- moment. He also wore a very dapper-looking custom-made white shirt with black buttons. The bridesmaids wore silver grey Motee Maids dresses. The girls each chose the style of top they wanted to go with the coordinating tulle skirt. They were all delicately embellished with diamantés and pearls, mirroring the bride’s accessories. “No matter what wedding day you end up having, it’ll still be the best day of your life.” TIME TO CELEBRATE Acoustic musician Daisy Kate played during the drinks reception, creating a beautifully relaxed atmosphere. “We’d hire her again in a heartbeat. Many of our guests commented on how good she was,” Laura remembers. The garden games too were a huge hit, especially with the children. Owner of the Rustic Wedding Company Tina even came to set them up in the morning, and collected them the following day ensuring a stress-free experience. The evening do centred around six- piece band, The Back Beats booked via Entertainment Nation. “They were amazing and so accommodating with requests,” Laura says. Guests also loved the converted VW Campervan photo booth, which provided heaps of fun throughout the evening. 22 22