Ioana and Rob met while working on ITV’s Grace at Brighton Racecourse. When they discovered their shared love of dogs, chocolate biscuits and Pimm’s, they became nearly inseparable. After being together for eight months, the couple decided to leave their jobs and flats and go travelling together across Central America. “Shortly after their return to the UK, Rob popped the question and here we are!” Ioana tells us. The pair envisioned an elevated but comfortable wedding day. “We wanted to enjoy our day with our guests and for everyone to feel relaxed enough to be themselves (we love them for who they are, not just their best-behaviour selves), but still wanted it to feel special,” Ioana explains. They said “I do” at Hurstpierpoint College Chapel, a place dear to the bride’s heart since she attended the College and later worked there. Stanmer House then offered the perfect countryside manor venue for the following celebrations. With a jungle theme inspired by Rob’s love of Jurassic Park, the couple styled their venue with gold dinosaur accents for a vibrant, fun vibe. Each place name was held by a mini dinosaur, which doubled up well as wedding favours. A dinosaur logo featured on the stationery and signage and the couple thrifted dinosaur toys, spray painting them gold and combining them with faux and fresh plants for maximum impact. Ioana’s 36
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