This styled shoot set at The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House in Somerset provides the perfect inspiration for your rustic luxe wedding day. The perfect mix of the two, it has epic floral displays and dessert tables, well executed styling and the luxurious glamour of a gold wedding dress and handmade tiara. We hear from the team behind the shoot, who tell us all about the inspiration, and how this rustic luxe wedding was created…
Rustic Luxe Wedding with Cerise, Red and Powder Pink Touches
“Myself and Lou at the Old Milking Parlour had the vision of an Autumnal shoot after
meeting our model Gemma who was the hairstylist at another shoot. We started to build a
team of suppliers but we needed a talented stylist to bring our vision to life. We arranged a
meeting with Lynne from Rustic Rentals whose work we had admired on social media. We were able to hand the reigns over to Lynne who has such an amazing eye and imagination for styling to co-ordinate this rustic luxe wedding shoot.
Stylist & Décor & Props – Rustic Rentals
“As both the stylist and décor hire company I set out to create a shoot with a talented group
of suppliers which would be both inspirational and aspirational. We wanted the designs
used to be achievable for real weddings. We also wanted to encourage couples to consider
reducing their impact on the environment by showcasing designs that incorporated re-used
items. Highlighting options such as hiring the décor and props, beeswax candles, British
grown flowers, recycled paper within the stationary and the re-use of jewels and copper
wire within the tiara design.”
“I elected to keep the props and styling very minimal with the focus on the re-use of vintage
and modern décor items to highlight how both vintage and modern hire items can be
incorporated and up-cycled. My style tends to be minimal, rustic chic where I love to
combine different textures such as velvet’s, chiffon’s and metallics paired with vintage
pressed glass, vintage brass and gold modern accessories alongside candles in different sizes and tonal colours.”
“Blush velvet tablecloth with gold beaded charger plates, white with gold rimmed bone china
crockery, vintage style pressed glass wine and champagne glasses, gold cutlery, with rich
jewel coloured florals in grey vintage style metal urns. Vintage cut glass and modern pressed
glass candlesticks in varying styles and sizes with pink and taupe taper candles and a
scattering of pink, gold and rose gold tealight holders.”
Photography – Photography by Chantel
“My style for the shoot was natural and romantic, celebrating the rich colours and textures
created by the wonderful team of suppliers. It was a pleasure to photograph our model
Gemma with her gorgeous red hair and blue eyes I was drawn to capturing intimate
portraits and the magic of the woodland.”
Venue – The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House
“The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House is a DIY venue on the Somerset/Dorset border,
your wedding reception your way, where you are free to choose your own suppliers and the
hire period is for 3 days. Beautiful milking parlour, with meadows and woodland areas
including a stumperey, doorway and seating areas.”
Flowers – Caroline Clements Flowers
“For the Autumn Elegance shot I created a foliage bouquet to give a light soft feel using
textured foliage with a hint of white ammi and Veronica. Trailing silk ribbon from Lancaster
and Cornish completed the soft romantic look”
Dresses – Bridal Reloved Street
“For the Autumn Elegance shoot we used a gold ombré gown by Ronald Joyce. The richness
of its colour and the beaded embellishment worked well with the luxurious styling. This
dress also featured a matching veil.”
Tiaras – Tessa’s Tiara’s
“I created an opulent crown using rich seasonal colours. I upcycled some broken jewellery,
mixed with Swarovski crystals, blackberry pearls and re-used old coper wire from dis-used
electrical cables.”
Stationary – Pastel Designs
“The green watercolour design was printed on a laid stock giving the impression of a canvas.
Having the ivory paper complimented the green, a glitter sparkle was added as a finishing
touch. The envelopes were of the same colour just to keep in line with the stationery.
Working bespoke with clients it gave me the most amazing ideas to work with in finding the
perfect stationery for them.”
Cake – Joanna Pyda Cake Studio
“I was very excited to create a rustic dessert table. 3 tier semi naked cake decorated with
candied & dyed pears and gold leaf was the main feature. It was accompanied by single tiers
decorated with gold, hand painted drip as well as gold leaf with addition of chocolate dome
and gem cakes with matching decor & colour scheme.”
Hair – Hepcats Barbershop & Beauty Parlour
“Our model, Gemma, had gorgeous copper red hair which was really suited to a soft,
romantic style. I felt her natural beauty ought to do the talking, rather than anything overly
elaborate. I created soft gentle waves which I swept up into an updo with some volume
around the crown, allowing the tiara to sit perfectly. As the updo was soft and natural, it was easily taken down later in the shoot, with gentle curls framing Gemma’s face and giving a different look. I used products with texture such as dry shampoo to create the initial style, and then finished with a shine spray to really show off her gorgeous hair colour.”
Make up – Celfie Hair & Makeup
“The make up was based on the beautiful gold tones of the
dress. I used a subtle lip colour and goldie eye creating an overall elegant and sophisticated
look.”
The Team- Rustic Luxe Wedding with Cerise, Red and Powder Pink Touches
Crown, Hair Accessories and Embroidery work – Tessa’s Tiaras @tessastiaras
Venue – The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House @oldmilk1
Photography – Photography By Chantel @photographybychantel
Florist – Caroline Clements Flowers @caroline_clements_flowers
Styling and Props – Rustic Rentals @rustic.rentals
Dresses- Bridal Reloved Street @bridalrelovedstreet
Stationery – Pastel Designs Signature @pasteldesignsuk
Hair and Make up – Celfie Hair and Makeup @celfie_hairmakeup
Cake – Joanna Pyda Cake Studio @JoannaPydaCakeStudio
Hair – Hepcats Barber Shop and Beauty Parlour @hepcatsofnam
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