‘An Italian inspired destination wedding in Gloucestershire’

Using the unique pinkish-terracotta painted walls of Pauntley, the ornate gardens, a newly designed alfresco bar and parasol and the chandeliers in the hornbeams -their Italian wedding dream came to life and there was definitely a strong Italian essence to the photoshoot!

The romantic, outdoor ceremony was set in the Sunken Gardens under a glamorous arch of soft, creamy whites and pale yellow florals by Hannah of Bride and Bloom.

We were very excited to show off our newly designed bespoke alfresco bar and a pretty parasol that you can have anywhere in the gardens or under the stretch tent, on  your wedding day.

Fabio, from The Watering Hole Events Bar, served Italian inspired cocktails – Limoncello Margaritas and Aperol Spritz – from the new bespoke bar designed by Melissa.   We positioned this alfresco bar in the Quince Orchard, using the backdrop of the terracotta house with the red roses and the leafy haven of the quinces, to create a wonderful intimate wedding bar.

The new elegant and glittering chandeliers, hanging from the hornbeam arches, created a glamorous and sophisticated outdoor wedding breakfast.

Beth of Alba Tableware chose gold cutlery and pale candles in the glass candleholders, which caught the evening light, giving a shimmering, magical essence to the unique wedding breakfast.

On your wedding day, why not choose to head down to the boathouse and lake and have some photos in the boat.  Not quite a Venetian gondola  but just as romantic we think!

Our planners Holly and Rebecca's top tip when designing your wedding is to think of features that will elevate your different spaces. This could be done by hiring different chairs like we did for this shoot. The stunning chairs were hired from furniture 4 Events.

We are very grateful to the amazing team of suppliers below;

Venue @pauntley_court

Photographer @patpartridgephotography

Videography @surefootedmedia

Concept, planning and coordination @pauntley_court & @hollyandrebeccaweddings

Styling, tableware and linen @alba.tableware

Floristry @bride_and_bloom using @theflowerhubpauntley

Chairs @furniture4events

Stationery @bellapeachcreative

Bar @wateringhole_eventbars 

Bar Structure and chandeliers-  Pauntley Court 

Cake @homefarm.kitchen

Wedding Dress and veil @ellielowedressmaker

Hair Accessories @gemmasangwine

Hair @charlotteholderhair

Make Up @sashabrownmakeupartist

Models @mia.radford and Neil Evans

Not only can we do Italian-inspired weddings, but we also had an American destination wedding at Pauntley Court for one special couple. Check it out in our latest blog!