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Inside: A Magical Wedding In Monmouthshire

TWE. Editor by TWE. Editor
June 12, 2023
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

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The Story

Alex and I met over Hinge, he was my first ever dating app date so I was very lucky! He popped the question after two years of dating in Kenya during a sundowner at the breath-taking Lewa Wilderness. The engagement ring is Alex’s late grandmother’s so it is incredibly special to us both. It was the perfect fit so it didn’t have to be resized at all which we were blown away by. The ring was originally put on the right hand by mistake until Alex’s sister Miranda called us out on it towards the end of the sundowner, which was hilarious! The start of our magical wedding experience in Monmouthshire…

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Venue

We got married in Monmouthshire, South Wales in my home village. We had a traditional yet magical wedding service conducted by Heidi who we call ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ – she is the best. The service followed by a reception across two interconnecting marquees near by. Danielle from County Marquees is a super hero and was utter perfection from start to finish. 

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Fashion

My bespoke dress was by Suzanne Neville – I can highly recommend Suzanne and her team at Beauchamp Place, they are the dream. I chose a popular shape for the dress structure, however I selected an embossed material that hadn’t been done before which I feel in love with. Shoes were from Emmy London and the something blue was a small bow sewed inside the corset of my dress.

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Jewellery

I don’t really wear jewellery so went very simply for the day. I wore pearl drop earrings with diamonds which were worn by my mum previously. My mother also handmade the pearl hair comb I had in my hair attached to my veil. These were all old pearls from herself, my granny and a friend. 

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Bridal Party

They were named the ‘Bridal squad’! Consisting of ten cousins and nephews of both myself and Alex and my very special Maid-Of-Honour Kitty  – they were all divine and created so much laughter and love.

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Transportation

I was driven back and forth from the church by my amazing brother James. For our going away transport we left in an Argo Cat!

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Tablescape

The marquees were very important to me and I had so much fun creating this with the super talented Catherine Gray. There was a woodland glade as you entered the marquee with trailing greenery, blossom and white flowers throughout, along with showstopping hanging floral chandeliers. I wanted an ‘OTT’ canopy of flowers for the dinner. This consisted of tall table centrepieces and low centrepieces which included garden roses, hydrangeas, peonies, viburnum, Solomon’s seal and white lilac. Throughout all the arrangements down the long tables there were pillar candles in vases. It was mind blowing and I am so in awe of Catherine and her team for totally capturing our vision. Each place had a printed out menu tied with a canvas bow around the napkin. 

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Food & Drink

We had a local caterer Napier Catering who were exceptional. To produce 172 perfectly cooked beef wellington is a serious achievement! After dinner drinks were, Margaritas, Espresso martinis and Negronis. 

Other highlights in the marquee were my mother’s famous wedding border which was planted ten years ago and ran the length of the marquee and her showstopping wedding cake which took centre stage. My mum is a super talent. 

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Entertainment

First dance song: ‘Waiting For A Star to Fall’ – Boy Meets Gril.

I came down the aisle to the Spice Girls ‘Say You’ll Be There’ played on the organ by the amazing Jeanette! 

Gospel Touch Choir performed ‘Blinded By Your Grace’ during signing of the register and ‘Joyful Joyful’ as we walked out.

For dancing we had DJ Joshua Roberts and Alex Chadwick on the saxophone who were awesome.

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Beauty & Wellness

I had my usual hair and make up super woman Helen Hand who I have been working with for years.  My hero products in the build up to the magical wedding were: Zo Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads and Daily Power Defense.

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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills
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Photography by Nico Wills @nico.wills

Magical Wedding Gifts

The Wedding Present Company were excellent to work with – an efficient system and really helpful team. Highlight gifts were the Lincoln Green backgammon board and the Sage ‘Bean To Cup’ Coffee Machine.

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Honeymoon Plans

10 days at the beautiful Carlisle Bay in Antigua – heaven! 

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With Thanks

Bride & Groom: Alicia Lowes & Alex Simpson

Caterer: Napier Catering @napier_catering

Marquees: County Marquees  @countymarqueesltd

Dress: Suzanne Neville @suzanneneville

Page boys: The Little Wedding Company @thelittleweddingcompany 

Flower girls: Next @nextofficial 

Florist: Catherine Gray @catherinegrayflowers

Wedding Invitations: Gee Brothers @geebrothersprinters

Stationery:  VistaPrint @vistaprint

Wedding Logo Design: Matilda Craston, Graphic Artist @matildacraston

Photographer: Nico Wills @nico.wills

Videographer: Clementine Cusack Films @clementinecusackfilms

Hair & Makeup: Helen Hand @helenhandmakeup

Bridesmaid/Page gifts: Aspinal Of London @aspinaloflondon 

DJ/Sound: Joshua Roberts @djjoshuaroberts 

Saxophonist: Alex Chadwick @chaddysax 

Gospel Choir: Gospel Touch @gospeltouch

The Wedding Present Company @weddingpresentco

Related Article: Inside: A Charming Wedding On The Isle Of Wight

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