On a rainy September day, we returned to the lovely Dodmoor House for Balinda and Ashley’s wedding. Set in the Northamptonshire countryside, I’m sure you’ll agree that this rustic barn made for a gorgeous setting for their day despite what the weather had in store for us!
Balinda and her bridesmaids spent the morning getting ready in the venue’s honeymoon suite, dressed in matching floral gowns as they had their hair and makeup done. The suite was filled with excitement and it was lovely being able to watch guests arriving as the girls did their final preparations! Balinda stunned us all in her beaded tulle dress, her hair in a chic updo and carrying a pretty bouquet of roses and greenery.
Ashley looked smart in his navy suit as he waited with the guests in the Courtyard Barn for the ceremony to start. Balinda walked down the aisle with the biggest smile on her face, escorted by her proud brother. The ceremony was filled with love and it was such a joy for us to capture every moment of it.
Following their heartfelt vows, the umbrellas were momentarily set aside as guests showered the newlyweds with petal confetti before everyone ran back inside for drinks and canapes. The drinks reception is one of our favourite parts of a wedding day to capture: so many hugs, kisses and congratulations as a couple do the rounds saying hello to their guests.
Meanwhile, Dodmoor’s fantastic staff had set up the Catesby Barn next door for the wedding breakfast. It looked gorgeous with tables adorned with elegant pink rose and eucalyptus centrepieces under twinkling fairy lights.
A little break in the rain meant sneaking off with Balinda and Ashley to capture their couple portraits in front of the Dodmoor cottage, giving them a quiet moment to catch up and enjoy each others’ company amongst the wedding madness!
After dinner and speeches, their evening celebrations started in style with a tunnel of sparklers in the courtyard, followed by their first dance. As always we made sure to capture everyone pulling shapes on the dance floor before leaving them to dance the night away.
Thank you guys for asking us to capture your day! It was so special and we loved every moment.
featured suppliers
Venue: Dodmoor House
Florist: Julie Anna Flowers
Dress: Watters
Suit: Moss Bros Hire
Bride’s shoes: Charlotte by Rachel Simpson
Hair: Bianca L’Erario
Make up: Anita Chand
DJ: DJ Wreckdown
