raspberry buttercream; the middle tier was caramel sponge with crunchy Biscoff spread and Biscoff buttercream; and the top tier was a coffee sponge with coffee buttercream,” remembers Cacy. “The bottom tier had pearl dragees scattered on it and the middle tier had a J&C monogram with small leaf details to mirror our invitations. On the side of the top tier was a spray of handmade sugar flowers that included two arum lilies, pale lily-like leaves and two small roses at the centre. “For the rest of our food, we had vegan and meat options for our guests to choose from,” adds the bride. “We went for a tasting at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve and we made our menu choices from the delicious options.” DRESSED TO IMPRESS “I chose a dress called Winter from Made with Love Bridal,” says Cacy. “I chose this style because I wanted something classy and elegant. I had been to Made with Love Bridal to try on a few dresses and liked a few but didn’t love any of them. A few months later, when they launched Winter and I saw the video of the dress paired with the pearl veil online, I just knew then and there that was my dress! I accessorised with Lily & Roo pearl drop earrings, paired with a bracelet my grandmother gave to me when I was 13. It was a charm bracelet she began collecting when she was 13, and unfortunately, as she could not be with us on our special day, having this bracelet with me made me feel like she was there too. “Josh wore a tailor-made suit from Scabal,” continues Cacy. “While my bridesmaids opted for moss green gowns from Six Stories. The design had a cowl front and was a satin material.” MEMORABLE MOMENTS “I felt calm and ready on the morning of the wedding,” shares Cacy. “My family made fun of me when I gave them each a schedule of events for the weekend, highlighting where they each needed to be and at what time. All the months of planning, organising and schedule making led to me knowing on my wedding day that everything was organised and ready, and therefore I could just enjoy the morning getting ready with my mom and bridesmaids. Josh was running around like a headless chicken trying to finish off the final tasks (he was having trouble ironing his shirt) and was overcome with emotion; he couldn’t quite believe it was actually happening. “Standing at the beginning of the aisle before I began walking and knowing it was a moment I had been dreaming of was wonderful,” adds the bride. “Sitting together at our sweetheart table, looking out at everyone, and seeing how much love surrounded us was lovely. A special shoutout must go to the toastmasters at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Jonathan and Nikki; they were absolutely fabulous! They ushered everyone to where they needed to be; they were polite and funny, and I am so grateful we had them.” 55 REAL WEDDINGS
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