The couple opted for a classic, timeless feel for their day, selecting a neutral palette of white with hints of champagne. The ceremony aisle was lined with large hurricane lanterns, while the reception centrepieces featured single bud vases with white roses along with hurricane candles and tea lights. The bride and groom had some fun providing persoanlised mini tambourines as favours. These were used to welcome the newlyweds to their reception and were a massive hit among their loved ones who continued to put them to good use throughout the celebrations! “Everyone raved about the food,” Ffion says. “We provided plenty as we didn’t want guests to go hungry.” An hour of canapés preceded the threecourse wedding breakfast, and a pizza van served up a storm for the evening. Guests were also offered signature cocktails. Ffion’s choice was an Aperol Spritz, while Billy chose Penderyn Whisky and lemonade, his grandmother’s favourite. A trio of violins created a romantic ambience for the ceremony before the entertainment switched up a notch or two by the evening thanks to the DJ and photo booth for more snappy fun. The highlight of the day for Ffion was the speeches; there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. The best man wrote his version of a popular Welsh song for the newlyweds and handed guests a copy allowing them to join in. Ffion has some top tips for her fellow brides: “Try to be as organised as possible with designated boxes for each table with stickers and a plan. Also, be patient and listen to each other, you’re both in this together.” REAL WEDDINGS 25
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