For the Love of Pink

Photoshoots

2 Feb

Introduction

It goes without saying that being an editor of a wedding magazine is an absolute dream, but believe it or believe it not, some days it can be an absolute nightmare…for my poor husband! It’s when incredible images like this drop in my inbox, I see the shear panic in his face at the thought of my extravagant plans for our vowel renewal; A vowel renewal which isn’t even happening but I get a little pleasure out of making him sweat!

But in all seriousness, my heart did skip a beat when For the Love of Pink landed in the inbox. This collaboration has given me serious wedding envy with this iconic look. Save the Date Magazine exists to help make planning your special day easy by sharing new ideas, trends, inspiration and introducing you to independent venues and wedding creatives that we love.

Without further ado, here’s Alrewas Hayes to tell us more about this insanely stunning collaboration...

How would you sum up the inspiration behind this submission in one paragraph?: “The aim of this styled shoot was to inspire couples who would like to add a pop of colour to their wedding day but are unsure how to incorporate this. It was also to show the versatility of Alrewas Hayes and the newly refurbished Lakeside.”

Tell us about the theme of submission?: “The shoot was about bringing a bold and brave colour palette to a whimsical styled wedding, and what better way to represent love than red and pink. From the striking red lip to the suave pink suit, the shoot was brimming with romance. Certain colours are swayed away from with the fear of them being too cliché, however the shoot shows how you can still be unique and make it completely your own with the use of different tones, flowers, textures and dimensions.”

“Primrose Avenue Floral went above and beyond to bring this vision to life and her beautiful floristry, passion and dedication shines through.”

Tell us about the venue?: “Alrewas Hayes is an exclusive-use wedding venue set in the heart of Staffordshire, boasting a harmonious balance of Country House grandeur with modern twists throughout. The neutral tones throughout Alrewas Hayes allows for complete flexibility on the colour palette of your wedding, so whether you envision chic neutrals or bold pops of colour for your Wedding Day; The Lakeside lends itself perfectly to any theme.⁠”

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Meet the Suppliers

Venue | Alrewas Hayes | @alrewashayes

Styling | The Two Humming Birds | @thetwohummingbirds

MUA | SJM Beauty | @sjm_beauty_mua

Hair Stylist | Oh You Pretty Things Hair | @ohyouprettythingshair

Accessories | Laurel Lime Bridal | @laurellimebridal

Cake | Cotton & Crumbs | @cottonandcrumbs

Dresses | Wedding Belles Bridal | @weddingbelles_4oaks

Stationery | Love Flora Studio | @loveflorastudioco_

Suit | Suit You Sir | @suit_you_sir

Models | Elliot & Lexi | @elliotandlexi

Florals | Primrose Avenue Floral | @primroseavenuefloral

Photography | Paulina Walsh Photography | @paulinawalshphotography

Grab some more Inspo...

Historic Elegance

This stunning country mansion, with its manicured gardens and breath-taking architecture, provides a picturesque backdrop for capturing enchanting moments. The grandeur of the Hall’s interiors, featuring intricate woodwork and period details, complements the delicate beauty of the tablescape décor and florals.

Your Wedding, Your Way!

Amy is a professional model and body positivity ambassador. We’re her biggest fans here at Save the Date HQ and admire her mission to inspire and change up the wedding industry to represent all body types. We spoke with Amy all about how to feel good on your wedding day. Here’s what she had to say:

Beauty in Sustainability

Sustainability in the wedding industry is gaining traction as couples seek to minimise the environmental impact of their special day. From using local, organically-sourced materials for decorations, favours and tableware, to choosing suppliers who share eco-conscious values. When this shoot landed in our inbox, we simply had to share for those of you who seek inspiration for sustainability on your own wedding day.

Introducing Twig & Vine Photography

Your wedding day is a day filled with precious moments that you'll want to cherish forever. As a wedding photographer, your role is not just to take pictures but to capture the essence of these moments in beautifully authentic images that tell the story of your special day. Courtesy of Mamad at Twig & Vine, here are some tips to ensure that your wedding photos reflect the true spirit and emotions of the day:

For the Love of Pink

My heart did skip a beat when For the Love of Pink landed in the inbox. This collaboration has given me serious wedding envy with this iconic look. Save the Date Magazine exists to help make planning your special day easy by sharing new ideas, trends, inspiration and introducing you to independent venues and wedding creatives that we love. Without further ado, here’s Alrewas Hayes to tell us more about this insanely stunning collaboration...

Sustainable Elegance

We can be forgiven for wanting to float off into our dreamworld of idyllic weddings and not considering the environmental impact of our decisions for that one day. However, what if we told you that you could have your “green” cake and eat it; a sustainable wedding with all the latest trends. Sounds good, right?

Finding the perfect photographer

Where do I begin looking for our perfect photographer, we hear you ask!

Here’s some top tips and trustworthy advice from the experts…

Damson Opulence

The variations of deep purple give real depth of colour and are a welcome change from the usual burnt orange and brown we see this time of year. Teamed with the hunter green, these colours are perfect for both indoor and outdoor as highlighted in the final images.

Smashing Body Confidence

Amy Steed is a professional curve model who has made a name for herself modelling with some of the industry’s very best and she contributes her success to keeping her self-care and body-positive mind-set at the forefront of her career. Having worked for so many bridal companies, we couldn’t think of anyone to talks to us about Bridal Confidence. Amy, take the floor…