Emma and James met online and knew straight away that they had a lot in common. Their instant connection formed a genuine bond where they could talk about anything without fear of judgment – a very strong building block for any successful marriage. Emma recalls, ”We knew quickly that we were right for each other; it was very much a case of, when you know you know. This was confirmed when we first met in-person, as James was bowled over by the ‘lady in the blue coat’.” In June 2023, James tested the waters and asked Emma if she would be interested in upgrading their relationship status to fiancée and start hunting for a wedding ring. Of course, Emma engaged in the idea and embarked on the search. They found a ring in Chester on the way back from a weekend away in North Wales. The official proposal came in July 2023, when James got down on one knee with both sets of parents present. The ring was found, and the date was set for 21st September 2024. Here we find out more... SETTING THE SCENE Finding the right venue can sometimes feel like an impossible task, but when Peterstone Court landed on Emma and James’ lap, it felt like fate. Emma is from Wales and James has family links to Brecon (where this gorgeous venue is set) so they got the best of both worlds! Additionally, the venue is dog friendly so their black labrador, Barney, could be in attendance. The venue was also large enough for them to shelter inside if it rained and had on-site accommodation – meaning that their nearest and dearest could stay the night. Peterstone Court ticked all their boxes and made for the perfect setting for their dream day. The colour scheme for Emma and James’ wedding consisted of green, white, ivory, and lots of pampas! To further embody the theme of green, the couple selected wildflower seeds, personalised with their names and wedding dates as the favours. The table plan was homemade and was a cork board with eucalyptus trim and design to match the wedding invites. The couple used faux flowers throughout the venue, matching the colour scheme of greens and whites. The flowers for the centrepieces were paired with log slices and candles, to highlight the romantic atmosphere. For after the ceremony, the couple opted for canapés and welcome drinks provided by the venue, which was followed by a three-course wedding breakfast and barbecue in the evening – what a splendid spread for the guests! The couple adorned the impressive mantelpiece with photographs of themselves and the family, giving the venue a ‘home away from home’ feel. Details like this go a long way to make the whole wedding feel like a celebration of you. Of course, venues host a whole manor of guests in a year, but it’s how you leave your mark on the day that makes the difference. Emma adds, “The piano also had photos of our relatives who are no longer with us, as well as the lyrics to our first dance song – You Got It by Roy Orbison”. LOOKING THE PART On the day, Emma wore an A-line champagne-hued dress with matching shoes, complete with a cathedral-length veil. For accessories, she honoured the age-old tradition of something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. Emma’s earrings were her grandmother’s, her right hand was decorated with a Clogau ring (a gift from her parents who also got one for James), and her headpiece was a taira borrowed from her bridesmaid, Emily. James commemorated the day by wearing a three-piece dark grey suit, with brown shoes and dark green matching handkerchief and tie. He completed the look with cufflinks gifted from Emma in a coin design, personalised with the year of their wedding. Emma’s bridesmaids wore floor-length dark green dresses with lace detailing and styled their hair with dark green clips and clear crystals. 25 REAL WEDDINGS
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