It's not secret that I love all things retro, vintage and rustic; it was after all my love of the whimsical and quirky that was the brainchild behind Pink Lemonade Productions.
When I was approached by the most fantastic couple who had a vision of vintage for their wedding next August, needless to say I was very excited.
Meet the Couple
Hayley and Mike went to school together and got together in 2007 after finishing their exams.
Five years later, in 2012 they'd booked a skiing trip in the French Alps for Christmas.
"On Christmas Morning, Mike took me to the top of a mountain and proposed to me. When we got back to the Chalet, all my family and some friends we went with were waiting with a cake and champagne to celebrate."
Goosebumps, anyone? Check out their beautiful engagement photos!
Hayley and Mike have chosen my three favourite things for their big day; pastels, vintage and rustic.
When I created their Inspiration Board, I was thrilled to find that I'd managed to translate their vision of vintage perfectly.
Hayley and Mike have chosen not to have a specific colour scheme and instead opted for an entire palette of pastel shades which works beautifully.
In this board, I kept the focus on texture. The contrast between the hessian and lace, wood and flowers ensures that the whole feel stays soft and romantic. It's also a little 'undone'; nothing should be uniform for this look, hence the colour palette working so well. Perfect blooms should be set with wild flowers, mismatch the china, and definitely consider a 'naked cake'.
Isn't this gorgeous? It takes me back to baking cakes with my Grandmother.
It's important to keep this theme going beyond the decor for authenticity.
"We're not having a seating plan, formal sit-down dinner, not even speeches! We're having an afternoon tea party with Pimms and we just want a really chilled out and fun day," Hayley told me. And why not? Your wedding should always reflect you as a couple, and if the boho free spirited vibe works for you, then go with it. Make your own rules for your wedding!
I can't wait until next August to bring this beautiful couple's theme to life.
Until next time...
Be yourself and write your own rules :)
Mrs Enchanted
Xoxo
