From the moment I met Hannah & Mike I knew their wedding was going to be an absolute blast and it did not disappoint! They were married on a beautiful September day at the Tithe Barn in Bedford and it was the perfect setting for their celebrations. Formerly known as The Barns Hotel, the Tithe Barn is a venue I have shot at many times and it was lovely to return there for Hannah & Mike’s big day!
Hannah and her bride squad got ready in the Kingfisher hotel next door, enjoying a relaxed morning in matching floral dressing gowns whilst they had their hair and makeup done whilst the boys enjoyed a pint at the bar.
Their day was all shades of purple with an alternative twist, including Hannah’s hand painted leather jacket which she paired with a lavender lace dress, and Mike rocking iridescent silver shoes with his suit. I particularly loved Hannah’s asymmetrical bouquet which featured a striking deep purple hydrangea surrounded by thistles, veronica and eucalyptus.
Their ceremony took place in the barn under the soft glow of fairy lights and gingham bunting. Mike had the hugest smile on his face as Hannah walked down the aisle and it was so hard not to tear up whilst we captured their vows!
Everyone enjoyed confetti and drinks on the lawn before we ventured out to a nearby field to take some truly epic couple portraits with smoke bombs. It looked absolutely fantastic and I loved being able to create something truly unique for them to remember their day by.
We came back to the Tithe Barn turned around ready for dinner and it looked fantastic: pansies in vintage teacups, glittery table runners and little pots of jam as thoughtful wedding favours. And best of all, a showstopping floral cake made by Mike's talented mum! They really went all out decorating their venue and it paid off big time.
After dinner and speeches, we caught a little slice of golden hour on the riverside as the sun set and the newlyweds even got to head out on a little boat to enjoy the picturesque surroundings of their venue.
Hannah and Mike, you guys are simply the best and there are no words to describe how much fun we had capturing your fantastic day. Thank you for making us feel so welcome and we wish you both every happiness for the future!
“We are so so SO pleased with how the photos turned out. They are truly magical and a wonderful window for us to not only to remember the day but also see so many small details we totally missed!
Thank you again for all the hard work, coordination, talent and patience that you poured into helping make our day a success. We had a wonderful time with you.
We had such an incredible time and that couldn’t have happened with you - thank you again for being part of the madness with us!”
featured suppliers
Venue: Tithe Barn
Dress: Ian Stuart via Fairytale Weddings
Suit: Custom made at Moss Bros
Shoes: Irregular Choice
Hair and makeup: Aimee Garner
Florist: Rockabilly Rose
Decor: Rosetone & Stardust Events
Cake: Groom’s Mum
Jewellery: Arabel Lebrusan & Goldsmiths
DJ: The Squire Event Company
Videographer: Adam Britchford
