Lisa Jane Photography: Our Favourite Storyteller

What can we say about Lisa Jane? It’s hard to write words about a natural born storyteller, but here goes nuttin’. The level of love that Lisa has for every single one of her couples is something we’ve never seen in the industry before. Her photos radiate love, whether that’s joyous, brightly coloured, f***-yeah-we-just-got-married love, or more quiet, reflexive, my-hand-is-there-to-let-you-know-I’m-here love. Lisa captures it all in shots that are more pieces of art than photos - innovative angles, emotive editing, and an undeniable creative eye. We can’t wait for you to meet her in person at the fair because you’re just going to fall in love - but here’s some prep in the meantime!

Lover of plants and photographing laidback people in love: Craig Williams

You may know Craig Williams as one fifth of Tribe and Us (or one half of those old enough to work instagram…or one of hundreds if you include each plant too!) but did you know Craig is also an incredible wedding photographer? Well, now you do - you’re welcome! We chatted to him about his work as a wedding photographer, which you can read below…

photographers, most curious 2020Ellie Kime31 January 2020laidback wedding photography

An ode to the creatives & makers, by bridal accessories brand Eden B. Studio

2020 exhibitor Eden B. Studio makes the most gorgeous headpieces and bridal accessories - and today she’s let us behind the curtain for a sneaky peek at her inspiration and process in an ode to the creatives of the world; a talented bunch of people we’re absolutely honoured to champion!

Contemporary, damn cool bridesmaids' dresses in sizes 6-20: Rewritten London

Sing along with us to Britney Spears (or Joan Jett, or The Arrows, depending on who you want - we’re unashamedly sticking with Britney): I LOOOOOVE RE-WRIT-TEN. Rewritten London create contemporary bridesmaids’ outfits for damn cool bridesmaids - the kind of dresses you’d actually choose to wear, not ones you wear out of obligation to your best pal. Modern silhouettes, gorgeous breathable fabrics, and an inclusive size range of Sizes 6-20 puts them straight at the top of our Love List, and we think they’ll be on yours very soon too. We chatted to Katie & Fran below:

Creative, intimate wedding photography from Lee Garland

There’s few people we love on this earth as much as we love Lee Garland. His photos are second to none, beautiful captures that are simultaneously vibrant and full of movement and expression whilst also being perfectly still, poignant snapshots of time. But he’s also just one of the loveliest people, definitely someone you want on your team on the day. Get to know him - and ogle his gorgeous work - here!

From sit-on moons to whole wooden chapels: why you need alternative wedding designers Into The Wild style

Remember the gorgeous big pink moon that greeted you as you entered 2019’s show, and the huge totems that flanked our catwalk? They were made by Wild and Wonder, who’ve come together with the inimitable Joey from The Wild Fox - who created the insane florals that surrounded said moon and made us all swoon - to become Into The Wild Style. If you’re looking for streets-ahead style, mind-blowing innovation, the answer “no” to never be said in answer to a question starting “I’ve had an idea - can we…?” and a bloody riotous giggle to keep you out of wedding planning stress - these gals are for you, no question. They’re the kind of gals who build a chapel for their own wedding. A whole wooden chapel, to go inside the venue. No biggy.

Modern East London bridal studio Heart Aflutter

Heart Aflutter are a bridal boutique who may just save your bridal shopping experience. They specialise in ‘fuss-free glamour’, meaning they’ve swapped meringues for modern, moveable designs that are no less stunning, but much more streamlined and wearable! They handpick all of their designers for their innovative aesthetics and eye for detail, and showcase them all in their gorgeous bridal studio in trendy Hoxton. We chatted to founder Cecilia all about what is the beating (or should that be fluttering) heart of the business…

The Coolest East London Wedding Venues: Hackney Venues

East London is the epicentre of cool - it’s why we host our show in Shoreditch every year. And nothing exemplifies this better than the portfolio of exceptional venues that make up Hackney Venues - plus, there’s a brand new opening up in Autumn this year! We chatted to the team about what makes their collection of venues so bloomin’ special, but here’s a headsup: incredible architecture, beautiful interiors, and an insanely helpful events team. Take it away, Richard…

Introducing Richard Murgatroyd Photography

We know documentary wedding photography is having its rightful moment currently, but our post today is from the man who truly embodies documentary wedding photography wholeheartedly: our show sponsor, Richard Murgatroyd, is only a National Geographic-featured award-winning documentary photographer, so no biggie! A magician at capturing the spontaneous moments of fun and raw emotion and a fan of exploring new places, we chatted to him about his work, his influences and his advice for couples and their wedding photography.

Violette Tannenbaum: Bringing French fancy to cool, laidback bridalwear

Every now and again we pinch ourselves that Violette is exhibiting with us at our London 2020 show, because she’s potentially the coolest woman to have ever walked the earth. Her bridal designs are effortlessly cool, beautifully unconventional, and hark back to vintage silhouettes whilst retaining cutting-edge credentials. Learn more about her and fall in love with her like we have here!

Relaxed, real and rad wedding photography from Epic Love Story

If you’re planning a bold, unapologetic, alternative celebration - there’s only one wedding photographer for you, and that’s Emma from Epic Love Story. She specialises in relaxed, real and rad celebrations for couples, and has a total knack for capturing effortless portraits full of vibrancy. Get to know more about her below, and make sure you book tickets to come and see her at the fair - she’s JUST as energetic in real life!

THE MOST CURIOUS 2020 WEDDING TREND REPORT

Most Curious, is the style-savvy wedding show. It’s the biggest and coolest independent bridal event in the UK, put on by a team of stylists, journalists and designers. Each of us dedicate a huge amount of time absorbing current and up coming trends in order to curate our shows as well as attracting those who create them at our shows. So with this under our belt, we hope you enjoy reading our run down of big, looks, ideas and vibes for your 2020 wedding as much as we enjoyed compiling it!

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A wedding planner that does so much more than planning - Rachel from The Capston Second

New year, same us - with the same exceptional standard of suppliers you’ve come to know us for by now! We’re kicking off the new year with Rachel from Capston Second, a wedding planner who offers friendly support & guidance and specialises in sustainable wedding planning. We chatted to her about what wedding planners actually do, and, as part of that job description, what her expert advice is for couples!

Modern bridal hair & make-up with Portraits Bridal, helping you feel your best self

Today we have the pleasure of introducing you to some of our absolute fave ladies in the biz - Nadia and Zara of Portraits Bridal. We met these ladies a fair while ago and since then have seen countless campaign shoots, shows, and everything in between together, where we’ve been lucky enough to witness their incredible talent at work (whether that’s gold eyeliner like last year or fake dewy freckles a la this year). Considering your hair & make-up artists are often the first supplier you’ll see on the day (before your photographer, usually) you need them to make you feel at ease; Nadia and Zara will make you feel like their best pal, hands down. Get to know them here!

Sleek, sustainable, minimalist bridalwear from The OWN Studio: ones to watch

There’s not much we need to say here, other than The OWN Studio are ones to watch. Their exciting, fresh take on bridalwear, designed as a capsule collection to see you through the whole wedding weekend and inspired by iconic 90s silhouettes, is one thing, but their entire MO is to build a sustainable model for bridalwear. Instead of it being a piece you wear once and never again, co-founders Jess and Rosie have created a brand which you’ll wear til you’re blue in the face.

How to choose your perfect wedding DJ with Wedding Jam

We’re not just about the good looks you know - we’re here for the good times too. Which is why we’re so ‘appy to welcome back Wedding Jam to our London AND Manchester shows in 2020! We love a keen bean, and Paul is the best of the best - just great music from a great team. Here he is with his expert tips on picking your wedding DJ, and his top three songs for wedding music that doesn’t make you wanna hurl. As you’ll see, they’re not your average wedding DJ; they’re SO MUCH BETTER.

Minimalist, considered wedding jewellery from ISLE Jewellery

Today’s blog is courtesy of the absolute gem (geddit?) Geraldine from Isle Jewellery. Isle Jewellery is a jewellery brand with a gorgeous focus: a minimal aesthetic with maximum story. Each design is inspired by the natural beauty of Ireland and the adoration of simplicity in Japan, a mix that works so wonderfully. In a time when everything can feel like it’s coming atcha reaaaaal fast, these pieces remind you to slow it all down just a teeny bit. We A D O R E every single piece they make - and we know you will too.

Bespoke wedding planning for modern couples for Devine Bride

Today’s blog is courtesy of the Pick ‘n’ Mix queen - Devine Bride, who loves the stuff so much she even trademarked it. Not the bag and weigh sweets kind, but a totally innovative way of approaching wedding planning. Laura offers modern wedding help for modern couples, meaning that her offerings are bespoke, flexible, and, frankly, bloody brilliant. She’s all the best bits of a super-organised wedding planner, a really clued-up pal (the kind you’d go to for serious straight-talking life advice), and a really creative bridesmaid, all rolled into one.

Luxurious, minimalist bridal with design and direction from Andrea Hawkes Bridal

We’re so excited to have Andrea Hawkes back for our London 2020 show as our SPONSOR! Andrea and her team create the most incredible wedding dresses and outfits, with designs that are super directional, featuring stunning silhouettes and using the most delicious of fabrics. We love their approach to making, as they make everything in house in a stunning bridal showroom in Clerkenwell - right in the heart of the artisans and makers. But instead of us butchering what they do, we chatted to Andrea herself about her work - and we think you’re going to like it very much…

2020 Show Styling launched on Way Out Wedding (with 15% off!)

We’ve just launched our 2020 styling on our wonderful sponsors blog, Way Out Wedding - this is the year of Florality & Patternity! We’ve got absolutely 2020 vision now, and it’s looking chintzy, to say the least…