Edward proposed to Natalie, who he met online, in a dramatic location at the top of Arthur’s seat in Edinburgh. After venue hunting, they chose The Matara Centre as the location for their big day. “It’s just such a special place,” Natalie explains. “It’s gorgeous, laidback, and the gardens are stunning.” The couple opted for a soft, romantic palette of pastel hues featuring blue, green, yellow and pink. This was beautifully reflected in an abundance of florals, the focus of their venue styling for the day. Flowers hung from the dome in the hillarium, while a meadowscape was set up in the courtyard overlooking the pond. Instead of a traditional table plan the couple penned a personalised letter to each guest to help them find their seat. “Little personalised touches were our vibe,” Natalie says. They decided not to have a cake cutting, instead displaying the bride’s parent’s preserved cake flowers on a faux bake. “The food at Matara was incredible,” Natalie tells us. They opened with gorgeous canapés including the bride’s favourite, beef rib croquettes. The couple also laid on an ice cream cart plus sweetie and dessert tables. They served NED wine, a clever play on words for Nat and Ed, as well as it being from New Zealand, which is where the couple are going on their honeymoon. The wedding breakfast included a variety of different options, which were a hit, especially the chicken shawarma. “Write a mega list and tackle one bit at a time to prevent overwhelm.” 24
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