Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 71)

“Jam jars with candles, rugs, fairylights, log slices and lanterns are all popular for this look. Create a laid-back vibe with wheelbarrows full of ice and beer bottles, stacked apple crates, natural wooden signage and hay bales.” – Alison Hieron, Creative Collections r e b e c c a f a i t h p h o t o . c o m f o r o h s o k e l . c o m  Décor for every venue Y ou’ve done a lot of the hard work, and now it’s time to think about STYLING! Often the most exciting part of wedding planning, it’s also hard to know where to start. We caught up with some of the region’s best venue stylists to get the lowdown on dressing three types of wedding. So take these ideas, and run with them… creativecollections.uk crescent-moon.co.uk hunter-gatherings.com “How about a Mad Hatter’s tea party, with mismatched china, eclectic rugs and bespoke bunting? Use pretty ribbon and fringe trim to decorate beams, poles and posts. We love seeing a silk ribbon curtain as you enter.” – Catherine Cooke, Bertie’s Bows “Lots of flowers are a must for this theme. Our artificial blossom trees are great for creating aisles, arches or centrepieces. We also have faux leaf and floral backdrops along with box hedges, which look wonderful in photographs.” – Alison Hieron, Creative Collections “This style has made a real comeback this year, with foliage and wild flowers high on the priority list. Combining greenery with the elegance of crystal chandeliers and candelabra gives the feeling of A Midsummer Night’s Dream .” – Simon Gerrard, Crescent Moon “The main objective is to think green. Use faux or even real seasonal trees with strings of pastel-coloured bunting between them to create a beautiful canopy above your guests. Oak trestle tables and chairs bring an earthy feel.” – Simon Gerrard, Crescent Moon “Keep things simple with loose, free-flowing florals in tin cans, teapots or terracotta flower pots – anything that can hold water and has a quirky quality to it! Paper lanterns can be painted to suit the palette, while hoops, wreaths and frames make a great feature piece. Try tassel garlands for a new version of traditional bunting.” – Fran Baxter-Hunter, Hunter Gatherings “A contemporary take on this look would be to introduce a boho feel by choosing bold colours over pastels, layering Aztec fabrics over white lace and burlap and using pampas grass for an unstructured, rustic vibe. Add heirloom cake stands and homemade candles for a personal touch.” – Kelly Harmer, Oh So Kel STYLE IT OUT www.bertiesbows.co.uk A QUINTESSENTIALLY ENGLISH GARDEN WEDDING VENUE STYLING 57