Now that spring is so close, we can’t wait for all the vibrant outdoor weddings to come. Like this beauty in the Somerset countryside of England. So, Nikki & Graeme are British, lived in New York for the past several years (they’re devoted Brooklynites!), and just two weeks before their wedding, moved to Amsterdam. Teaming up with Mary Herrington at Forever & Ever Events to plan their UK celebration was pretty crucial. Coming up with a way to marry Nikki’s Indian heritage, their English roots, and bits of their US life – not so easy. But it was done. They had a New Orleans-style jazz band, Indian-style lounge furniture and a menu of food that reflected their lives together (NY-style sliders, chicken tikka, British lamb).
Nikki’s bridal bouquet recipe: coral garden roses with cream astibile, super bombastic roses, freshia, dusty miller and thistles.
Nikki walked down the aisle to Nick Cave’s, ‘Into My Arms’. And their first dance song was Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, ‘Home’ – the lyrics are also engraved on the inside of their rings.
Their table names commemorated meaningful spots to them around the world.
Congratulations Nikki + Graeme!
Photographer: Marianne Taylor / Event coordinator + planner: Mary Herrington at Forever & Ever Events / Hair & Makeup: Claire Hanson / Florist: Wildabout in London / Cake: Graeme’s mum, Philly / Cake topper: Nikki’s maid of honor, Nikky / Catering: Rebecca Green Catering / Invitation designer: Graeme and Nikki / Rentals: Raj Tents, Options Hire / DJ: Nigel P, Stylish Entertainment / Band: Dixie Ticklers / Bride’s dress: Jenny Packham / Party dress: Sarah Seven ‘Golden Lights’ / Shoes: Badgley Mishka / Veil or headpiece designer: Jenny Packham Acacia headpiece / Earrings: Jenny Packham, engagement ring from Tiffany & Co., wedding ring from Catbird, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn / Groom’s suit: Brooklyn Tailors in Williamsburg, Brooklyn / Shoes: To Boot New York / Tie: John Lewis / Bridesmaids: J.Crew / Groomsmen: All their own / Flower girls: Tulip and Nettle, London / Ring Bearers: Shirt Crewcuts, Trousers Gap
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Look at how fun this outdoor English countryside wedding is. {design by @4evereverevents photos by @mnoo} http://t.co/5Y5RqMfJQe
Wow, that setting is to die for!! What a beautiful beautiful romantic wedding and celebration! Congrats to the happy couple, I would love to get married there
What a beautiful British wedding! http://t.co/dSBxVK7B6j #realwedding
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A beautiful wedding marrying the bride’s Indian heritage, the couple’s English roots, & bits of their NYC lifestyle: http://t.co/5Y5RqMfJQe
Love!“@100LayerCake: A beautiful wedding marrying the bride’s Indian heritage, the couple’s English roots http://t.co/xTGO9eVReG”
This is a truely lovely event. I was admiring everything when I noticed the picture of City Hall explaining that the couple was already married in 2011! I’m going to be in the same situation (marrying soon at a courthouse, celebration later). How did the couple go about explaining to their invitees that this wasn’t their first act of marriage? Did they do a vow renewal? I feel that this is particularly important to PSAs that are flying overseas to attend and would love your take on it.
This wedding just looks so perfect! I love the bride’s bouquet.
Thank you for the feature! Looking at these images again brings back so many lovely memories, it was such a beautiful day!
How fun is this outdoor English countryside wedding? And the bride’s bouquet? So pretty. http://t.co/5Y5RqMfJQe
Swoon! One day…
RT @100LayerCake: How fun is this outdoor English countryside wedding? http://t.co/Yuhh6zyjjs
A playful outdoor English countryside wedding: What a gorgeous bouquet! Click here for more inspiration- http://t.co/r3xsIuQSRO
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Just beautiful Marianne… I love the colours, the naked cakes, the relaxed atmosphere! It’s perfect x
Gorgeous English countryside wedding – I Would Love Shoot Something Like This http://t.co/QXD5IaPwiC #undefined @100layercake #photography
Love the soft romantic details of this outdoor English wedding! http://t.co/WsttTzLz7B via @100layercake
I’d never heard of Nick Cave before, but thank you so much for bringing him to my attention! Loved the song! Brought the images to life with music playing in the background.
The venue took my breath away.. Gorgeous estate! *sigh*
Annnd LOVE.RT @100layercake: How fun is this outdoor English countryside wedding? And the bride’s bouquet? So pretty. http://t.co/NdtwZMa1EY
Jawdropping!! Love it!
Loved the bridesmaid
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