Your East Anglian Wedding - Page number 80 - October/November 2021 (Issue 51)

HOT TOPIC Local experts on autumn weddings FORWARD THINKING We’re having an autumn-themed wedding because it’s our favourite time of year. We’re stressing about the planning and photos though, taking into account things like the weather and shorter daylight hours. Zoe says: The biggest thing to factor in is the timings and don’t worry, you can still have amazing weather in the autumn with some truly fantastic colours too. If you’re hoping for plenty of outdoor photos though, you need to make sure the ceremony takes place at a time that will allow you to make the most of the natural light. You can celebrate the season with your venue styling by combining autumn hues and natural materials in the décor. Displaying centrepieces on reclaimed wood is a great way to showcase your wedding flowers and using natural fabrics to decorate your invitations and stationery will also help set the tone and create a rustic, autumnal feel from the get-go. Even if the weather’s chilly outside, most DJs can provide great up- lighting to create a warm and cosy feel for the reception. For a great finale, fireworks provide a fabulous photo opportunity and with the nights drawing in earlier in the autumn, you can have a nice early firing time. Zoe Bell | Events manager | www.hintleshamhall.co.uk SEASONAL FLAVOUR We want our wedding cake to reflect our autumn wedding theme – any ideas? Trudy says: There are a number of ways you can do this with the look, taste and staging of your cake. Things like adding some seasonal flavours, such as apple spice, and using autumnal colours especially rich tones like burgundy and burnt orange. Incorporating natural elements into the design is also a good idea, like fallen leaves. These can be edible, pressed foliage or decorative sugar work; dried fruits and fresh seasonal berries work well too. To make a focal point of your cake go for a moody look and create a seasonal ambience. Trudy | Cake maker www.theicedvegan.co.uk www.pen gelly-photography.co.uk www.thy melanephotography.co.uk www.pen gelly-photography.co.uk 80