LOOKING THE PART The bride wore the Lily dress by Made with Love, from Coco + Kate in Hatton Shopping Village. “It was perfect! I wanted something timeless and elegant without feeling over the top. I loved the modern detail and luxurious fabric. I felt so like myself, that’s how I knew it was the one!” Silke kept her look classic with a cathedral-length veil edged in botanical lace. Jewellery was kepy minimal with a diamond bracelet from her mum, a blue topaz ring from her late aunt, and leaf-inspired gold and pearl earrings. Her soft blush Ginko Girl Christian Louboutin sandals were a splurge chosen for both beauty and rewearability. Hair and makeup were done by Colette at Hair Creations by Colette and Lauren at By Lauren McCabe. “I felt beautiful, for possibly the first time, and fully accepting that it was me! I was excited to be seen, and that’s so unlike me.” The groom wore a brown three-piece Caridi suit from House of Cavani, with a champagne-toned ginkgo leaf tie and pocket square to match the bride’s details. Groomsmen wore matching suits, but with ties and pocket squares to match the bridesmaids’ dresses. Ivory shirts from Charles Tyrwhitt and brown brogues completed the look. Bridesmaids wore fern green Lavish Alice dresses with a bamboo jacquard print. “I didn’t want sage or olive, and this colour was stunning, full of life, and the jacquard was a subtle nod to my oriental ancestry.” TIME TO CELEBRATE The couple chose the wonderful Nero String Quartet to play during the welcome drinks, the ceremony, and throughout the cocktail and canapé hour. Each song was handpicked by them and their loved ones. The bride shares, “The team was praised by all our guests, their modern classical style perfectly complemented the ambience of Hawkstone Hall. Bridgertonesque, you might say!” During the garden cocktail hour, guests enjoyed a 9-hole, wedding-themed mini-golf course set up by To Have and To Holed. Silke adds, “Guests loved the mini-golf despite the weather, those who played had so much fun.” For the evening reception, the pair booked Keynote Entertainment, known for their live duelling piano bar in Birmingham. Their request-based setlist meant every song played was chosen by the couple and their guests. She continues, “Keynote were incredible and had everyone on the dancefloor. Guests loved being part of the music choices!” A photo booth by Deluxe Booths added to the fun, complete with props and a guestbook filled with photo memories compiled on the night, with many wonderful memories created thanks to the team! MEMORABLE MOMENTS Matt felt happy and excited throughout the day. He says, “The amount of time we’ve been together, plus all the prep, made me feel totally at ease. I just knew the day would be amazing. The only part I was nervous about was my speech! Looking back, what stands out most is knowing our wedding will probably be the only time all the most important people in our lives are together in one place. That’s really special.” Silke felt calm and content. Marrying Matt was something she’d always been certain about, and their careful planning made the day flow seamlessly. She says, “I know it sounds cliché, but I honestly felt so loved. To be surrounded by the people we care most about, all together and fully present – how often does that happen?” One of the bride’s most treasured memories was the heartfelt speeches from her mum and sister, commenting, “They’re not confident public speakers, so the fact they overcame that for me meant the world. Every speech felt like a true reflection of our relationship, it made me proud of us and the life we’ve built.” For Matt, three moments stood out: spending a relaxed morning with his groomsmen in the venue’s ‘mancave’ over breakfast, music and games, a hilarious and unforgettable speech by one of his groomsmen and ending the night with post-reception drinks in the library. “It gave us the chance to really catch up with everyone. If you get the opportunity, I’d absolutely recommend it,” he comments. 32
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