What is your most memorable wedding?
Supplying our Arwen moon gate of faux greenery for my friends Michelle and Paul's wedding at Shustoke Farm Barns. I'd been making it for weeks in the run-up to the wedding so no-one had seen it at that point... getting to see Michelle's face as she entered the room in her gorgeous gown and saw it framing the ceremony table was a very special moment for me. And it makes me so happy that many brides since have gone on to fall in love with Arwen and book it for their special days!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Classy, trend-led, super-realistic, impactful, different
What about your business are you most proud of?
That I've become a contender in a very competitive area over the course of a year or so and that other stylists, florists and prop hire companies from across the country have actually got in touch with me to pass on compliments and ask how I do certain things! It helps me think I must be doing something right ;)
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Decide your budget, and then list the components of your wedding in order of priority so you know what to focus on booking first, and where to splurge vs where to save!
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
There are so many! I have to admit though, it always brings a little tear to my eye seeing an empty seat in a ceremony reserved for a loved one no longer with us. It's such a touching gesture.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
It's really straightforward! After discussing your required arch via email/social media, we just ask that you complete our hire request form on our website and we send back an invoice. 50% is required to secure your date, with the remainder plus a small security deposit due 4 weeks before your big day. We keep in touch with all couples, but the fun starts the month before whereby we ensure all details are correct and discuss the location/s of where you'd like the arch to go to make the most impact! We are always at the end of an email/phone/DM and happy to answer any questions.
What are the decorative trends with brides currently?
Greenery and the rustic look continues to be huge! I find that many brides are loving either classic, boho or rustic/vintage vibes these days so I've designed the arches and decor I have available to tie in with those demands... our Classic and Juliet arches are perfect for classic/traditional church, hotel and stately home weddings, the Boho and Woodland arches are great for marquee, tipi and outdoor celebrations, and the Arwen and Rustic arch are great for barn venues.
What is your signature finishing touch?
Flowers, definitely adding a floral edge is our signature touch!
What decoration do you think every wedding needs?
I don't think there's a right or wrong answer to this as every wedding is different and it depends on the personalities and style of the happy couple - just be true to you and have what makes YOU happy!