Bride in an Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress walking with the groom in a dark blue suit.

Applique Alexandra Grecco Lana Dress

Photography by Carrie Lavers Photography

Gemma looked radiant in her Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress from Recommended supplier, Lovely Bride and embroidered veil from Recommended supplier, Rebecca Anne Designs. She stood out in every photo! Gemma & Rich's day was fun and relaxed at Recommended venue, Old Gore Barn. Their priorities were the food and drink and the party. Starting the party off with a game of prosecco pong and a nice serving of ice cream is definitely the way to go! Opting for a green colour scheme, the couple got their green bridesmaid dresses from Recommended supplier, Rewritten Bridesmaids. Also, Recommended supplier, Carrie Lavers Photography captured the beautiful day.

Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress for a rustic barn wedding

We used Rock My Wedding and Instagram for inspiration - Rock My Wedding is such an amazing tool that we recommend for all engaged friends. We looked at the list of suppliers against featured weddings with a vibe and aesthetic similar to what we were after.

Gemma & Rich

Bridesmaid in a green satin dress from Rewritten Bridesmaids with a white flower bouquet

Pretty white flower wedding bouquet for a rustic barn wedding

Bride in an Alexandra Grecco Lana dress having a confetti exit with the groom in a navy blue suit

Bride in an applique Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress with her bridesmaids in different shades of green satin dresses

Groom in a navy blue suit with a white rose buttonhole walks back down the aisle with the bride

Groom kisses the bride on the cheek as they sit together to sign the register at the Old Gore Barn

Gold metallic Jimmy Choo wedding shoes resting on top of a veil with personalised embroidered initials and wedding date

Old Gore Barn decorated with greenery and foliage

Embroidered and personalised wedding veil from Rebecca Anne Designs

Foliage and white flower cloud hanging in the barn venue as the bride and groom raise their arms in celebration of their marriage

Bride in an Alexandra Grecco Lana dress and groom in a navy blue suit share their first kiss as a married couple

Smiling groom in a navy blue suit with a white rose buttonhole

Father of the bride walks the bride in an applique wedding dress down the aisle

Bride in an Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress and groom in a dark blue suit have their confetti moment after the ceremony

Bride in white pyjamas with feather cuffs

The bride's flower applique wedding dress is hung up ready for the bride

White flower wedding bouquet held by the bride for a rustic barn wedding

Groom in a dark blue suit walks holding hands with the bride in an appliqué wedding dress

Green and gold wedding welcome sign with leaf design

White flowers tied with string onto the chairs for aisle decoration

Bride with blonde hair and a pearl headband gets her makeup done for her wedding day

Bride with blonde hair and a pearl headband in an appliqué flower wedding dress

Alexandra Grecco Lana Wedding Dress

The weather on Gemma & Rich's day was forecast for thunderstorms. Luckily, it didn't thunderstorm until midnight but there was some wind and rain, so while there are no sunny golden hour portraits, this is proof that weddings can still be beautiful in the great British weather! Recommended supplier, Carrie Lavers Photography, is the perfect choice for those atmospheric shots too! Gemma certainly stands out in her wedding pictures wearing a gorgeous Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress. The couple went for a green colour palette, inspired by Gemma's emerald engagement ring, with green bridesmaid dresses and stationery.

Unique Wedding Ideas

This special day was full of incredible unique touches. One of the bridesmaids designed all the invitations, drink tokens, place cards and the welcome sign. They had an adult flower girl (Gemma's sister) and ice cream delivered through street-food-style windows at the Old Gore Barn. Almost all the main meal was out cooking on a firepit in front of the guests, so it all felt fresh and yummy! Plus, there was an iconic prosecco tower and a game of prosecco pong with the bridal party. Where was our invite?! Gemma won the game with the final ball and then the couple went straight into their first dance with a DJ and saxophone player from Recommended supplier, Wedding Jam.

Bride in an applique wedding dress with a short train and pearl headband shares a kiss with the groom in a navy blue suit

Old Gore Barn wedding venue lit up for the evening

Blue and white plates with a small flower arrangement of white flowers

The groom gets involved in a game of Prosecco pong

Bride wins the game of Prosecco pong they guests play for wedding entertainment

Green and gold simple and minimal leaf design wedding table plan

Groom in a navy blue suit kisses the bride in an applique wedding dress with flower design

Bride and groom share a kiss during their sparkler send off

Bride and groom walk around outside their barn wedding venue holding hands together

Classic wedding tablescape with white candles in gold candleholders with small arrangements of white flowers

Green and gold sign for the cards next to a wooden box full of cards from the guests

Bride in an appliqué floral Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress with the groom in a navy blue suit

Bride and groom pour Prosecco for a Prosecco tower

Wedding guests pose for a selfie holding up ice cream in cones

Flower girl wearing a flower crown in a Needle and Thread floral lace dress

Bride wearing a pearl headband and pearl earrings in an applique wedding dress walks with the groom in a navy blue suit

Bride and groom sit down for their wedding reception and listen to the speeches

Old Gore Barn wedding venue decorated with classic greens and whites with the bride and groom standing in the aisle

Old Gore Barn rustic wedding venue with green foliage and tables made with a classic green and white wedding tablescape

Bride in a flower appliqué Alexandra Grecco Lana wedding dress walking in the fields with the groom in a navy blue suit

Groom with the groomsmen in navy blue suits and different colour and style ties

Two tier white iced pressed flower wedding cake

Groom stands with a microphone to deliver a speech in a navy blue suit and white rose buttonhole

Bride and groom walk into Old Gore Barn for their wedding reception decorated in a classic style with a white and green tablescape

Prosecco pong?! That sounds like our kind of party

We set aside time on a weekly basis, over a glass of wine so planning was fun & not a chore! Instagram and Rock My Wedding are powerful tools to get inspiration, look up what other couples did at your venue and find suppliers. We got engaged in October 2021 so we had to plan fairly quickly. Especially as most suppliers were booked up from covid. I made an epic spreadsheet with our budget, a timeline, to-do lists and a must-pack list.

Gemma & Rich

Loving Gemma's Alexandra Grecco Lana dress and looking to buy your own fantastic dress? Our wedding dress guide has all the tips you should know before shopping. If making your day fun for your guests is also a priority for you, our article containing 14+ wedding game ideas is perfect!