Inspiration

£20k - £25k

Lace Abigail Westrup Bridal Gown

A lace Abigail Westrup bridal gown + Recommended venue The Giraffe Shed = a whole lot of fabulous. We know we're always going to love a wedding where 'fun' was the key element in the planning process. Emily & Ian's wedding is more than just fun, though. It's fun, stylish, personal, quirky, beautiful... Overall; pretty dang good. The vibrant, carefree, fun-loving energy seeps out of each photo, making us all very jealous that we weren't there. And we have Recommended supplier Photos by Hash to thank for that. The couple wanted to bring the final colours from summer and entering autumn into the forefront. So, that they did - specifically with their incredible florals, from Recommended supplier Pheasant Botanica.

We've got major heart eyes for that lace Abigail Westrup bridal gown...

Neither of us had preconceived ideas of what we wanted on the day. But we definitely wanted it to feel like us. We took lots of our own furniture and decor from home to the venue, wrote our own vows, both made speeches (as well as my bridesmaids) and my brother walked me down the aisle. The resounding feedback was "this whole day is just so you". That meant so much. We also didn't have a rigid order of the day which we had to stick to, but Han (from the Giraffe Shed) made sure everything ran smoothly!

Emily & Ian

Bride in off the shoulder Abigail Westrup bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing, groom in dark suit, bridesmaids in dark green mismatched bridesmaid dresses and groomsmen in matching ties and suspenders doing wedding smoke bomb photo

The Giraffe Shed wedding venue with large hanging floral and foliage decorations and floral arrangements down the side of the aisle

Open toe wedding heels with large polka dot sheer bow on the front, dried roses, a dark perfume bottle and gold wedding jewellery

Bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing and corset style back with buttons

Bridesmaids in forest green mismatched bridesmaid dresses and bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing sitting in copper bath at The Giraffe Shed with floral wreaths

Acqua Di Parma perfume in dark bottle next to dried pink rose and strappy open toe wedding heels with large polka dot bow on the front

Bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing and bridesmaids in dark green mismatched bridesmaid dresses holding dried floral wreaths

Bridal party posing in copper bathtub at The Giraffe Shed wedding venue wearing mismatched bridesmaid dresses and bride wearing off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing holding dried floral bouquet and dried floral wreaths

Bride sitting front and centre wearing off the shoulder Abigail Westrup bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing holding dried flower bouquet with roses, eucalyptus, peonies and autumn leaves with bridal party standing around her in dark green mismatched bridesmaid dresses

Groom in dark suit with light coloured patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere holding hands with bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing holding dried flower bouquet with roses, eucalyptus, peonies and autumn leaves walking down the aisle at The Giraffe Shed wedding venue

Groom in flower patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere signing the register and kissing bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing and large silver and diamond hair accessory

Bridesmaid helping bride get into her bridal outfit; off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing and strappy open toe wedding heels with large polka dot bow

Wedding guests sitting on grey loveseat at The Giraffe Shed with large burgundy felt fabric wedding banner and gold tassels at the bottom with Childish Gambino lyrics

Bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing holding hands with groom wearing a dark suit with flower patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere at the alter of The Giraffe Shed

Bridesmaids in dark green mismatched bridesmaid dresses with pearl headbands holding dried flower hoops walking down the aisle

Bride in off the shoulder Abigail Westrup bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing and cathedral length veil kissing groom in dark suit at The Giraffe Shed

Groom in a dark suit with flower patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere and bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing with a dried flower bouquet with roses, eucalyptus, peonies and autumn leaves linking arms and walking back down the aisle

Newlyweds dancing; groom in a dark suit with flower patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere and bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing holding large dried flower bouquet with baby pink ribbon

Grooms party in matching brown trousers, light brown suspenders and flower patterned ties sitting in copper bathtub at The Giraffe Shed

Groom in dark suit with flower patterned tie and pocket square and dried flower boutonniere walking with groomsmen in matching brown trousers, light brown suspenders and flower patterned ties

Lace Abigail Westrup Bridal Gown

Emily had everyone's jaw on the floor when she stepped out wearing that incredible lace Abigail Westrup bridal gown. An off-the-shoulder moment with full-length sleeves and lace detailing, it's a show-stopper of a dress. Off-the-shoulder wedding gowns are flattering, elongating, and give you a stunning silhouette all day long. These kinds of dresses provide as much versatility as they do beauty. Lest we forget the lace! Girly yet graceful, fun yet chic, classic yet quirky, lace can do it all. So choosing a lace wedding dress was a perfect choice for this fun, energetic wedding. Emily's accessories matched the dress perfectly, tying it all together for a cohesive, classy and all-around stunning bridal look.

Vibe of the day

The couple decided to go for a pink/green/Childish Gambino kind of vibe for their big day. Having seen him in 2018, Emily & Ian have shared some of their core memories together as a couple listening to Childish Gambino. So they knew that their music choices were important. They had "Valentine in the Summer" on their wedding banner, from his song "Summertime Magic". And to make it truly kismet - Emily is now pregnant, expecting her own Valentine this coming summer! I'm not crying, you are. Ian is a graphic designer and Emily is a lover of all things bright and bold colour-wise, so they knew that was how to let their personalities shine through their theme - with brilliant and vibrant colours all around!

Bride in off the shoulder Abigail Westrup bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing wearing cat eye bejewelled sunglasses sitting on the edge of a bathtub with groom in black waistcoat and flower patterned tie wearing Raybans sunglasses both eating pizza

Bride in bejewelled cat eye sunglasses and groom in classic Raybans sunglasses posing at fun, relaxed wedding

Rose gold candlestick holders on luxe wedding tablescape with rose gold plates, white rose floral decor and retro style wedding seat names

Groom in black waistcoat and flower patterned tie wearing Raybans sunglasses and bride in off the shoulder bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing wearing cat eye bejewelled sunglasses being fed pizza

Wedding party and guests sitting in the reception room of The Giraffe Shed wedding venue doing wedding speeches

Bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing doing bride's speech

Wedding guests having their dinner in the reception room at The Giraffe Shed with large rose and foliage hanging floral decoration

Groom in dark suit with flower patterned tie and matching pocket square with dried flower boutonniere and bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing giving the middle finger

The Giraffe Shed reception room with long, luxe wedding tablescapes with tapered candles in gold candlestick holders and large rose and foliage hanging floral decor

Retro style gold framed alternative wedding guestbook with small dark bottle with white carnations

Groom in dark waistcoat with flower patterned tie giving wedding speech at The Giraffe Shed with tapered candles, gold candlestick holders and rose and carnation decorations

Doughnut wedding favours in wooden crate with fairylights around the sides

Bride in off the shoulder Abigail Westrup bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing at The Giraffe Shed wedding venue giving her bride's speech to wedding guests and husband

Bride in off the shoulder bridal gown with long, sheer sleeve and lace detailing wearing cat eye bejewelled sunglasses posing with groom in black waistcoat and flower patterned tie wearing Raybans sunglasses

Groom in black waistcoat with patterned back and flower patterned tie and bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing having their first dance at fun, relaxed weddings

Bride in off the shoulder bodycon wedding dress with long, sheer sleeves and lace detailing holding hands and dancing with groom in black waistcoat with patterned back and flower patterned tie

Bride and groom in wedding sunglasses dancing by large disco ball wedding decorations

Retro style wedding stationery with "take a dip" in gold lettering by large pink bathtub at The Giraffe Shed

A gorgeous dress, DIY wedding decor, incredible colours and the coolest couple in town

Think about you as a couple and nobody else. Reflect on what you value and how you can instil that in your day - this could include sustainable suppliers, specific readings or songs, shunning archaic traditions...but essentially you want the day to reflect you as a couple at that point in time (and not everyone else around you!).

Emily & Ian

Are you a fan of bright colours, fun-filled energy and a super cool couple? Then you've found the right wedding for you here. If it was the venue that really piqued your interest, then our roundup of other unusual wedding venues will do the same. Or was it the musical nods here and there that got your jukebox going? If you'll politely excuse that terrible metaphor, we've also got a great article on when and what you should play, music-wise, at your wedding.

Written by Sasha Kirkham

Featured suppliers

Venues

The Giraffe Shed

Details

Website

Photographers

Photosbyhash

Details

Website

Flowers

Pheasant Botanica

Details

Website

all article tags

Real Wedding Wales Autumn Winter Industrial Civil Ceremony Contemporary Eclectic Pinks Greens Metallics Peaches & Corals Golds £20k - £25k

Inspirational articles you may also find useful

music for weddings - including the ceremony, signing the register, drinks reception, evening reception, first dance, and party songs

Entertainment

Music For Weddings - What To Play And When

Nell Ray Anran Rock My Wedding Darina Stoda Photography 5

Signage

Wedding Order Of The Day

Venues

Questions To Ask Your Wedding Venue

Venues

Unusual Wedding Venues

DIY

DIY Favourites Roundup

Tythe barn wedding venue Recommended wedding suppliers at Rock My Wedding.

Planning & Styling

Where to Find The Best Wedding Suppliers

London Bride in Short Wedding Dress With Oversized Bow - Wedding Trends 2024 - Rock My Wedding Trend Report

Planning & Styling

Wedding Trends 2024: Our Upcoming Wedding Trend Predictions for the New Year

Venues

Episode 46 | Wedding Venues

Checklists

18 Month Wedding Planning Checklist - Make Wedding Planning Easy

View all