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Giraffe Shed Wedding Inspiration with Spiral Flower Installation

Photography by Esme Whiteside Photography

As we slowly transition from Summer to Autumn, with it comes darker evenings, autumnal hues and dappled light, all of which are portrayed and captured beautifully by Esme Whiteside at this Giraffe Shed workshop. The contemporary barn wedding venue has high ceilings, large windows and a wonderful open-plan space, perfect for hanging ornate spiral flower installations, displaying delicious cakes and setting up intimate tablescapes. But if you don't believe us, just look at the images and styling below and see for yourself, you won't regret it! Probably best to get your pinning fingers ready too. Enjoy!

Vision

Elegant Shed was the second concept for the first-ever Giraffe Shed Workshop. We wanted something that was slightly more traditional, stylish but still with that little bit of an edge (we were in the Giraffe Shed after all). A concept that was beautiful and rich at its core. For the attendees, this contrasted the pink concept, making sure we gave them a rounded day of beautiful content. The Giraffe Shed is a photographers dream venue, the beautiful light streaming in from the huge windows, a massive space that can be styled in any way you can dream of – but really stylish from the get-go.

contemporary tablescape at the Giraffe Shed
Geometric wedding stationery by Chloe Creative
Stylish wedding table decor at the Giraffe Shed
hanging spiral flower installation at the Giraffe Shed
Contemporary reception table decor at the Giraffe Shed with spiral flower installation
The Giraffe Shed wedding venue with hanging flower spiral
Wedding table decor with napkins, taper candles and flower stems in ink wells
Bride and groom standing under a spiral flower installation at the Giraffe Shed
Bride and groom sitting at the Giraffe Shed tablescape under a spiral flower installation
Intimate reception with rugs, candle light and spiral flower installation
Bride and groom sitting at intimate wedding reception table at the Giraffe Shed
Groom kissing his brides head
Bride and groom sitting in the Giraffe Shed wedding venue
Bride and groom sitting at the wedding reception table with rugs on the floor and candles on the table
The Giraffe Shed wedding styling by Luna & The Lane
Bride and groom kissing under a floral spiral installation
Romantic wedding portrait by Esme Whiteside Photography
The Giraffe Shed 'Elegant Shed' workshop
Groom embracing his bride in a E&W Couture wedding dress
Groom embracing his bride in an embroidered wedding dress at the Giraffe Shed
Bride and groom dancing in the Giraffe Shed wedding venue
Groom picking up his bride in an embroidered E&W Couture wedding dress
Confetti moment with at the Giraffe Shed
Groom in beige wedding suit picking up his bride in an embroidered wedding dress at the Giraffe Shed

Inspiration & Styling

When it came to styling, this was incredibly important for us, we wanted something much more pared-back, but still, a huge feature, Sally from Luna and the Lane styled the table, which looked incredible. Sally also added the richer tones into the mood board and the pops of black for depth. The table featured blacks, burgundies and softer pinks in the candles and crockery – with Chloe Creatives genius work on the day stationery. The textured paper with Chloe’s geometric designs were PERFECT. Donna from Pheasant Botanic created the spiral floral installation, which was the most ambitious floral work I’ve ever seen. It was just amazing and set the scene entirely in the space, I really don’t have words for how incredible it was, the perfect backdrop and feature piece. Donna also created the contemporary bouquet, and feature pieces surrounding the table, using the rich deep berry tones. Sam at Sam’s Sweet Treats created three beautiful cakes, textured soft pinks with berries and florals, super sophisticated but modern, and were styled on Hannah’s geometric tables, with a copper frame holding Chloe’s beautiful sign.

The Giraffe Shed

Giraffe Shed

The Giraffe Shed in Wales has been home to many an inspiring shoot featured on Rock My Wedding. From boho vibes through to contemporary style, the wonderful venue is the perfect blank canvas for your wedding, what ever your theme. The only restrictions are your imagination.

Fashion & Beauty

We found real couple Grace and Josh, who were just perfect for this. Grace wore the Harlow from the new E&W Couture collection. A strapless gown with a keyhole and tie front, and then all the volume at the bottom, with a small subtle heart print. So beautiful, and so stylish. Josh wore a camel suit from Next and a burnt rust shirt, we wanted relaxed but stylish and he looked amazing. Rebel Rock Hair and Makeup created the look for Grace, a dark sophisticated lip, with bouncy elegant curls, topped off with a mauve pearl headband from Maison Archives London. Grace looked stunning, and the girls did an amazing job complimenting her hair and makeup to the gown and the concept.

The Giraffe Shed

Captures

These images are by Esme Whiteside Photography, one of the lead photographers on the workshop. Shot in her romantic and intimate style, but really giving the alternative and stylish atmosphere, with those ever warm and moody tones. Hardy’s catering provided the food for the workshop, for all attendees and models – and got rave reviews. Not only that, but the van was GORGEOUS and looked amazing in front of the Shed’s burnt black front. Leesha Williams was the lead Videographer for the day and created an amazing film. The workshop was incredible, with amazing feedback so far. The Giraffe Shed workshops will become an annual event – watch their socials for more!

The Giraffe Shed

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Hanging spiral flower installation at the Giraffe Shed
Dessert corner with three wedding cakes  and copper frame
Cherry and blackberry topped wedding cake
Two tier buttercream wedding cake with flowers
Wedding bouquet tied with ribbon
Cake corner at the Giraffe Shed
Geometric wedding welcome sign at the Giraffe Shed
Three individual cakes on cake stands
Bride and groom dancing at the Giraffe Shed
The Giraffe Shed wedding venue with huge windows and open space
Black groom and Asian bride dancing at the Giraffe Shed
Bride in E&W Couture wedding dress being twirled by her groom
Intimate wedding photography by Esme Whiteside Photography at the Giraffe Shed
Bride and groom portrait at the Giraffe Shed by Esme Whiteside Photography
Bride in E&W Couture wedding dress and groom in beige suit standing by the dessert corner
Wedding stationery suite by Chloe Creative
Contemporary wedding invitation by Chloe Creative
Groom in beige siut picking up his bride in a embroidered wedding dress
Bride and groom sitting by the wall at the Giraffe Shed
Portrait of groom in beige suit and burgundy shirt and bride in E&W Couture wedding dress at the Giraffe Shed
Portrait of groom in beige suit and burgundy shirt and bride in E&W Couture wedding dress by Esme Whiteside Photography
Pink and red flower wedding bouquet
Stylish Black groom in beige suit and burgundy shirt  at the Giraffe Shed
Stylish Asian bride in E&W Couture wedding dress at the Giraffe Shed
We love Esme Whiteside's dark but cosy photography style. She always manages to transport you to a particular moment, capturing the essence of a real wedding or editorial shoot to perfection. If you need help finding the perfect photographer we've put together an article, plus some important questions to ask them. rock my wedding forum

Venue & Workshop: The Giraffe Shed |
Concept & Planning: The Giraffe Shed |
Stylist: Luna & The Lane |
Wedding Dress: E&W Couture |
Veils: W Collective |
Hair & MUA @rebelrock_hairandmakeup: Rebel Rock Hair & Makeup |
Suit: Next |
Videographer: Leesha Williams
Editorial shootWalesBarns and FarmsContemporary