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Kate and Lee’s Wedding Day

Kate and Lee's Wedding Day

Kate and Lee’s Wedding Day – 15th June 2022

One of our favourite types of emails are the ones where you send a picture of you on your wedding day, and we see that you are wearing a piece of Wisteria London jewellery. It’s an absolute pleasure to be chosen on such a special occasion and we love hearing what goes into making your big day your own. If you are after some inspiration, then look no further as we shine the spotlight on a recent #WisteriaLondonBride.

Kate and Lee were married on 15th June 2022 in the stunning Gosfield Hall. A romantic Georgian mansion set in the glorious Essex countryside. In this blog post Kate lets us in on her highlights of the day and the Wisteria London piece she chose to wear and why.

We hope you enjoy!

The Early Days

How did you meet your now husband?

We come from the same town, and he was aware of who I was, but I had no idea who he was. He followed me on Instagram and left a ‘WOW’ comment on one of my photos. It worked!

The Proposal

How did he/you propose?

We were at home! I work away in London during the week, and he had been planning to do it all week. I was late home after being stuck in a three-hour traffic jam. I got home, picked our cat up for a cuddle, turned around and he was on his knee! We celebrated with champagne. It was very intimate and special.

The Planning

Where was your go-to for wedding inspo?

Pinterest! I’d had a rough wedding board for years. I love all things wedding. I was very excited to plan with Lee.

The Dress

Tell us a little about your wedding dress

It is the Lyra dress from Dando London at Confetti & Lace. It was the only dress I wanted. I went in store and they had me try on a few other styles to get used to being in a wedding dress, but once I had Lyra on, that was it.

The Jewellery

Which Wisteria London piece did you choose to wear and why?

The Soleil Sunburst Earrings! I really wanted a statement earring on my wedding day. I knew I wanted it to be gold and have a pearly feel to it to match the rest of the beading on my dress. When I found these, I went out and got my ears pierced especially. I knew these were the ones. They are stunning. I also bought the matching necklace for my Mum to wear as she walked me down the aisle. It was a very special moment giving it to her the night before.

What does jewellery mean to you?

It is a part of self-expression. I choose what jewellery I wear very intentionally. It has to resonate and have meaning to me.

The Ceremony

What are your memories of walking down the aisle and the ceremony?

Gosh, I was so nervous. It was really weird having all eyes on me and I desperately wanted to savour the moment. I remember saying to my Mum that we should walk down slowly but it still felt like we ran down the aisle. I was relieved to get to Lee at the front and hold his hand. The ceremony was really lovely, even though we had our friends and family around us, it felt like it was just me and Lee. His eye contact and smile kept me grounded and, in the moment,

The Day Itself

How would you describe your wedding in 3 words?

Classic, Romantic & Understated

Did you stick with tradition or add anything new into your day?

I had my own speech which I one hundred percent would recommend to any brides considering it. We used polaroid’s from the morning of the wedding for our cake topper. We also had a pianist play Fairy Fountain (From Ocarina of Time) for our bridesmaids to walk down the aisle to and Concerning Hobbits (From Lord of The Rings) for me.

What was the highlight of your wedding day?

Walking down the aisle. It was incredibly emotional and as soon as the music started playing for me to walk, it suddenly felt so real. It also means a lot to me that our wedding day was on our 9th anniversary.

Advice For Future Brides

What advice do you have for any future brides to be?

Don’t cheap out on the confetti. I did and it was stuck on me all day. Do invest in your photography and videographer, you won’t regret it.

The Dream Team

The wonderful suppliers that helped make Kate and Lee’s wedding day extra special.

Dress: Lyra by @DandoLondon from Confetti & Lace Lakeside

Venue: @GosfieldHall

Photographer: @BlueLilyWeddings

Videographer: @Emmanuelfilms.co

Florist: @amy_budsflowershop @JFStyling

Cake: @daiseegeeshaw

Stationary: @graceslaces @alzheimersUK @_artwithcharlotte @gosfieldhall

Hair and Make-up: @botiashairandmakeup

Bridesmaid Dresses: @needleandthreadlondon @frockandfrill @everprettyuk

Menswear: Anthony’s Formal Wear Colchester

Jewellery: Engagement Ring and Wedding Rings @oliveavejewelry Cat Ring @lesnereidesparis Earrings @wisterialondonltd 90’s Vintage Silver Luckenbooth (Scottish Tradition) Etsy Seller DreamingOfScotland

Shoes: @harrietwildeshoes

Perfume: Killian Love Don’t Be Shy

First Dance Song: Stand by Me – BB King

We want to take this opportunity to say a massive congratulations to Kate and Lee and a huge thank you to Kate for sharing a little snippet into her wedding day. It honestly means the world to us that you chose our jewellery and let us be a little part of your big day! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness and good wishes.

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Payday Treats – Autumn/Winter Must Haves

Payday Treat - Autumn Winter Must Haves

Happy Friday everyone and happy payday! Yes that’s right the day is FINALLY here! It’s our favourite time of the month and the perfect excuse to treat yourself (not that we need an excuse to shop!)

From chunky scarves to bobble hats it’s pretty obvious that autumn is here and it’s here to stay! Is anyone else getting excited about the thought of coats, boots and all the layering? We know we are!

Below we have put together our top picks from the website this month to help you get ready for the autumn/winter months and the colder days and nights. Don’t forget that by signing up to our newsletter you can get an exclusive 10% off your first order (it’s only technically two more paydays until the big man in red comes, so every little helps!) and we would love to hear what you are treating yourself to this payday! For full product ranges check out the website here.

Cold Weather Essentials

Blanket Scarves

As the cold weather draws near, oversized blanket scarves are an essential investment for AW18 and especially if you are looking to refresh last year’s winter coat. Think sophisticated neutrals in classic check patterns with our Olivia Scarf, heritage-chic vibes in timeless tartan with our Rosie scarf and bold faux fur for statement making style with our Roxy Scarf.

Chunky Knit Bobble Hats

Keep your head warm this winter and feel glamorous whatever the weather with our stylish cable knit bobble hat with faux fur pompom, available in a range of colours. Warm and thick with a soft fleece lining, our chunky knit bobble hat will be a staple of your cold weather styling, the perfect accessory for AW18.

The Sassiest Travel Mug

Forget the quotes…just give me the coffee and no one gets hurt! Get your caffeine fix and make a statement with these straight talking travel mugs, perfect for travelling to work, college or your everyday adventures.

Double walled to keep your drink warmer for longer, these super cool plastic eco mugs are guaranteed to make a statement no matter where you go! So go on, show the world your sassy side!

The Ultimate Reusable Water Bottle

If you wanna be great, you gotta hydrate! The Yes Studio ‘I Did Not Wake Up Like This’  and ‘Woman Power’ water bottles allow you to enjoy your favourite drink anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re keeping your warm drink hot or cold drink cool, this gorgeous insulated bottle does it for you in style and will keep your drinks warm or cold for up too 6 hours! Genius!

New Season Jewellery

Lucky Coin Earrings

Make a statement in our lucky coin earrings available in gold and silver plate. These beautiful earrings are perfect for everyday wear or save them for a special occasion. The perfect gift for any stylish lady whether it be your sister, best friend, daughter or mum.

Mini Astrid Beaded Hoop Earrings

Keep your look always on point with our mini Astrid beaded hoop earrings. The small hoop shape will sit closely to the ear while the beaded details adds that little something extra to the overall look. The perfect foundation for creating the new Instagram trend: the curated ear.

Knot Bangle

A simple accessory that can be worn on its own or layered with other bracelets. This would make a beautiful gift for a birthday, anniversary, bridesmaid or just as a treat to yourself.

The New Season Bag

Sloane Cross-Body Bag

Our new Sloane circle cross-body bag will round of your outfits with a major trend twist this AW18. For a stand out style statement that’s still wonderfully sophisticated, the Sloane bag is a great way to update your handbag collection without the hefty price tag! With an eye catching rounded design the Sloane bag also features a double zip closure and adjustable strap. Available in red or dark green.

Happy Shopping x