Your Kent Wedding - Page number 39 - July/August 2021 (Issue 97)

LOOKING THE PART Abby wore the gorgeous Noelle by Maggie Sottero. She tells us, “I chose this style as it had a beautiful low lace back with illusion chest that fitted my figure perfectly.” She finished the look with a floor- length veil, a silver and pearl headpiece, and Swarovski earrings that complemented her engagement ring. Jake looked dapper in a blue suit with grey waistcoat, while the groomsmen wore matching suits with contrasting blue waistcoats. He accessorised with a pair of cufflinks, which had a picture of him and his late auntie in them, given to him as a present from his mum. The bridesmaids and maid-of-honour looked gorgeous in their off-the-shoulder grey dresses, while the flowergirl was super-cute in a grey pleated dress. TIME TO CELEBRATE Guests were entertained to the full at the blackjack and roulette tables. The staff from Ace Casino hire brought with them trophies and champagne for the winners, as well as customised fun money complete with a picture of the newlyweds. “They were amazing with the guests of all ages and really brought everyone together for lots of fun,” Abby shares. In the evening a DJ filled the dancefloor, with the playlist of songs the couple selected. MEMORABLE MOMENTS Abby says, “We both felt excited as it seemed a long time coming. Having booked the date two years previous we were counting down for what seemed like forever. The day was perfect and once we saw each other we felt instantly emotional.” The speeches were a highlight, the bride explains, “In the run up to the wedding Jake had a few mishaps, which included losing his phone on his stag do and getting lost on the way home on another occasion. My dad’s speech brilliantly included both incidents as he proceeded to give Jake a giant inflatable phone so that he wouldn’t lose it again, and a road map so he’s always be able to find his way home!” The couple would especially like to thank their toastmaster, Julie: “She helped calm us, make us laugh, be honest with us and be on the ball. She was just what we needed to help throughout the whole day from getting ready in the morning to dealing with our last minute decisions.” ABBY & JAKE'S WEDDING BREAKFAST MENU Starter Antipasto – a selection of cold meats, served with olives, parmesan shavings, grissini and balsamic pearls OR Tomato and red pepper soup with croutons, herbs and cream. Dessert Lemon cheesecake served with pineapple, mango, orange and grapefruit OR Chocolate brownie served with rich chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream. Main Roast rump of lamb served on a bed of braised red cabbage with lyonnaise potatoes and rosemary with redcurrant gravy. OR Traditional roast chicken served with stuffing, chipolata, bread sauce, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. OR Baked nut roast flavoured with garden herbs, shallots and garlic, served with tomato and red pepper coulis. REAL WEDDINGS 39