Your Kent Wedding - Page number 45 - September/August 2021 (Issue 98)

Our centrepieces were small white lilies and light pink roses in vases, which sat atop log slices. We also decorated with candle lanterns, a sprinkle of loveheart glitter, and silver and pink heart-shaped foil balloons. We didn’t even know that we’d be allowed a wedding reception until two weeks before the big day, as the restrictions were changing all the time. So, when Boris announced that celebrations were allowed again we quickly bought some blank place cards and used an alphabet stamp kit to add the names with a rustic look. We had two cakes! One was a semi-naked white chocolate and raspberry bake made by Little Cake Box in Canterbury, and the other was a traditional iced fruit cake made by David’s mum. We had to change pretty much everything when the pandemic struck. The guest list had to be scaled back from 100, but in the end having a smaller day did feel more relaxed. After months of uncertainty we were happy to just go for it though, what will be will be. It was a great day. We ordered a bride and groom topper to match our wedding attire – the figures were even wearing face masks! We added balloons to each table with Just Married balloon letters for the top table. Unfortunately we weren’t able to have a DJ due to restrictions, so instead we used our own sound system and playlist. Guests were able to request their favourite tunes. REAL WEDDINGS 45