DOWNTON ABBEY Behind the scenes The drama of aristocratic Crawley family and their domestic servants took place between 1912 and 1926, so you have the post-Edwardian era to pay homage to here. Perhaps most popular for a wedding theme is the latter part of the period the show depicts: the roaring 20s and the early Art Deco era. Bridal fashion inspired by the 20s and 30s is absolutely stunning with oodles of Art Deco-style embellishment, straight lines and heaps of glamour. Switch up your look for the evening and change into a fun flapper-girl style dress before you hit the dancefloor. A stately home venue will fit the bill to perfection allowing you to live your best Lady Mary life. Fill it with the sounds of a jazz band for the ultimate ambience. Arrive in style Thanks to Grange Bridal Cars (www.sussexbridalcarhire.co.uk), you can roll up in Albert, an Asquith London taxi, believed to be one of only 15 ever made from new by Asquith motor company. Alternatively, Willow would be equally well at home, a grand Beauford open tourer. THE ITALIAN JOB Behind the scenes This iconic 1966 movie starring Michael Caine offers the best of chic Italian and British style with its unforgettable use of three customised Mini Coopers for the getaway. “You were only supposed to blow the bloomin’ doors off!” For an oh-so chic Mediterranean look opt for a summertime al-fresco wedding breakfast in your venue’s courtyard. Dress with oodles of white florals with lemon or olive trees for added effect. Host your drinks reception and raise a glass to toast your nuptials with everyone’s Italian favourites such as Negronis, Aperol Spritz and Bellinis. Serve an Italian feast or Mediterreanean-style sharing platters and opt for attire with a fashion-forward, couture edge. Later on, indulge in an ice cream cart as you enjoy the last of the evening sun, and gift your guests shots of limoncello as wedding favours. A lemon flavoured wedding cake would be a dream with this theme! Arrive in style For a super-cool twist on your Mediterranean vibe, opt for Pinky, Grange Bridal Cars’ (www.sussexbridalcarhire.co.uk) 1989 classic retro Mini in a fun electric pink hue, seating two passengers, it’s a nod to this movie classic. 48
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