A love written in the stars From an online meeting to a winter proposal in New York, Amy and Luke’s spring wedding was full of meaning, family and heartfelt moments Images courtesy of Frances Milburn Photography Amy and Luke’s adventure began after meeting online through eHarmony and from the moment they met, everything changed. Fast forward 11 months and the couple became engaged in New York, in front of the Christmas tree at the Rockefeller Center on a very chilly November evening. From there, the wedding planning began! BEAUTIFUL BACKDROPS When it came to choosing a venue, the pair held their ceremony at a local church, where Amy’s parents were married, adding an extra-special layer to the celebrations. They then fell in love with Losehill House Hotel & Spa for the reception. This began with a drinks reception on the lawn, accompanied by music from Craig Owen, followed by the wedding breakfast inside. “We thought the venue was beautiful” says Amy. “Having lots of rooms for family and friends to stay over was a huge bonus, along with the spa facilities for the next day.” What really stood out was the fantastic service and helpfulness of the staff, who made the day flow perfectly and feel extra special. It was also Luke’s 40th birthday, so there was even more love, happiness and reason to celebrate. “The team were amazing to work with. They made the process so easy and were always prompt with responses. The staff made the day flow so well and completely stress-free!” SETTING THE SCENE The venue perfectly complemented the couple’s colour palette of sage green, yellow and gold, tying in beautifully with the spring season. Styling was kept classic and elegant, with thoughtful details including table flower arrangements, floral arches and lanterns to bring their vision to life. The food at Losehill House Hotel & Spa was another highlight, with quality, taste and presentation all receiving high praise. “We had an amazing cake designed just for us,” says Amy. “The bottom layer was strawberry and prosecco, the middle was chocolate, cherry and amaretto, and the top was apple and salted caramel. The cake was decorated with a succulent plant design, which matched the favours we gave our guests.” For the children, they had biscuits made with the same design and their names printed on them. LOOKING THE PART The bride looked effortlessly beautiful in a Morilee dress from Brides of Bakewell. “I loved the lace flowers on the train,” says Amy. She paired her gown with a veil, a locket containing a photo of her late grandad, a gift from Luke on the wedding morning, and a Blue John ring her grandad bought her more than 25 years ago. Amy chose to wear her hair down with soft curls and opted for a glamorous makeup look with gentle, natural lips. The team executed her vision perfectly. The groom’s suit was especially meaningful, as it was made by Amy’s father, who is a tailor at G.A. Shepherd Bespoke Tailors in Calver. The best man wore a similar suit from Next, while the bridesmaids and maid-of-honour (Amy’s aunt) all wore sage green. MEMORABLE MOMENTS There were plenty of standout moments throughout the day, including the couple’s first dance to Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol. One particularly unforgettable highlight was the best man’s speech. Amy says, “The best two and a half minutes of live entertainment Bury has ever seen thanks to an unexpected karaoke performance! “Another funny moment was when our friend Roy tried to throw lots of confetti over us at the church, but the wind blew it straight back over him instead!” The day was everything the couple hoped for and more, a truly amazing celebration surrounded by loved ones. “Saying our vows in the church and our first dance,” Amy reflects. “I think that might count as two favourite moments!” She was also surprised with a guard of honour from the 1st Curbar Guides at the church, a group she once volunteered with as a Guide leader. REAL WEDDINGS 29
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