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Photographer Jennifer of Jenniflower Weddings & Photography knew exactly

how to create her dream wedding day“Our ceremony

was my favourite

part of the day”

Jennifer Lorenz and Russell MarstonGean House, Alloa

Thursday 19th May 2016

Photography | Paul Gavin Photography and second shooter Kirsty Winfield Photography

F I R S T I M P R E S S I O N S . . . After meeting through old friends, I thought Russell was really handsome and he thought I was a ‘hot chick'! I knew he was The One right away when I met him; his face just felt like home to me. I D E A L S E T T I N G . . . I’ve always loved Gean House. The gardens are stunning and I envisioned an amazing drinks reception on the lawn and a balloon release to remember my mom, who passed away in 2008.TOTA L LY D I Y. . . I did all the planning myself; I knew exactly who to contact as I know all the best people! I created my own invitations and favours. I love peony roses, ranunculus and anemones so wanted them everywhere on the day.E X P E C T T H E U N E X P E C T E D. . . I originally wanted a lace dress so I could wear my cowboy boots, but struggled to find one. My maid of honour suggested I try something completely different; duchess satin and almost Marilyn Monroe-like. It fitted like a glove and ended up being perfect for me.S U I T E D A N D B O OT E D. . . Russell wore a tuxedo and Ariat cowboy boots. I bought him shotgun cartridge cufflinks too, as he is a hunter. His best man purchased the same tuxedo (no boots though!). T R A D I T I O N S F R O M H O M E . . . I loved everyone staying on the grounds the night before; it’s an American tradition to have a rehearsal dinner with family and out-of-town guests [Jennifer is American]. We had a lovely meal, I gave my bridesmaids gifts and we had drinks before going to bed early.LO V E S TO R Y. . . Russell and I are Christians, but I absolutely love a humanist ceremony as it’s all about the bride and groom. We wanted to tell our story and we were all laughing and had an amazing experience. It was my favourite part of the day.I N T E R N AT I O N A L TA S T E S . . . The canapés were American mini burgers with beer in shot glasses from Yorkshire, where Russell’s from. We had a haggis starter then a US and UK fusion for the evening buffet: more mini burgers and fish and chips. I made popcorn bags and we had personalised M&Ms too.A M U S T- H AV E . . . I’d advise other brides to hire a videographer – the day feels surreal and it’s as if you’re not present. Russell and I missed so many things and I am just so so grateful for having Martin from 1 Studio Video and his guys there to capture absolutely everything.

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1P U L L U P A C H A I R

Jennifer made dark and white chocolate peppermint hearts to go

inside the chair favour boxes.

2S K Y H I G H

The couple spelled out their love in huge silver balloons for their

ceremony backdrop.

T I E R S O F J OY

Jennifer and Russell's amazing three-tier showstopper tied in

beautifully with their look.

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Use cute balloons and mason jars of bright blooms to steal

Jen and Russell's style!

Giant 'Love' foiled balloons (£13.99)gingerray.co.uk

L I T T L E W H I T E B O O K

G E T T H E LO O K

Maid of honour Zoe made up a song and sang it

with Jennifer’s American girlfriends during her speech!

S W D loves

Photographer: Paul Gavin Photography paulgavin.co.uk and Kirsty Winfield Photography kirstywinfieldphotography.com Filmmaker: 1 Studio Video 1studiovideo.com | Venue: Gean House geanhouse.co.uk | Cake: Truly Scrumptious Designer Cakes trulydesignercakes.co.uk

Florist: Trudi Todd Flowers truditoddflowers.com | Hair stylist: Karin Stewart 01355 524410 | Band: Ritz Trio ritztrio.com Make-up artist: Make-up by Nicola facebook.com/makeupbynicolagiblin/ | Bride’s dress: Eternity at Point Nouveau Bridal pointnouveau.co.uk

Bride’s headband: New Look newlook.com | Bride’s earrings Fiorelli fiorelli.com | Bride’s shoes: New Look newlook.com Groom’s outfit: Slater Menswear slaters.co.uk | Bridesmaid dresses: Untold houseoffraser.co.uk | Rings: Fraser Hart fraserhart.co.uk

Mason jar (£4.99)homesense.com

'Charlotte' shoes (£85)rainbowclub.co.uk

Yellow gold diamond-set bangle (£2,050)laingedinburgh.com