Camilla and Luke at Chilston Park — classic wedding elegance
Wedding venue
Wedding photographer
How would you describe your wedding style?
Classic and elegant
Invitations and reception stationery
Made by a family friend
What did you wear?
Camilla wore a Rita dress by St Patrick, shoes by Carvela and jewellery from Tiffanys
Luke wore a 3 piece suit from Hackett
A little about the wedding ceremony
We had the ceremony in the restaurant in the main house at Chilston. We had a harpist playing throughout who gave us a huge selection of music to choose from, ranging from Abba to La Vie en Rose by Lois Armstrong.
Tell us a little about your wedding venue styling and details
We went for a very classic look without anything too fancy. We had a very striking venue and it didn’t need too much more. However, we still wanted to bring our character across which we did through the smaller details. For example, Luke is a keen kickboxer so we named all the tables after kickboxing moves.
Wedding music and entertainment
We had a harpist for the ceremony and drinks reception, an iPod playlist during dinner and a band then DJ for the evening. Well worth having the live music with the harpist and band, they really helped to make the atmosphere.
Memorable wedding day moments
Luke arriving by helicopter, walking down the aisle and the speeches.
Wedding day advice
Choose your bridesmaids wisely. They help with the preparations and also on the day and I would recommend asking people who know you very well and who can realize what needs to be done without having to be asked every time. I got a bit tearful just before walking down the aisle and a few stern words from one of my bridesmaids (who is one of my oldest friends) helped me pull myself together within seconds.
Recommended wedding suppliers
The Bridal Chest (Wedding Dress)
Lorna Elizabeth Photography (Photographer)
Venue: Chilston Park Hotel
Ceremony Chair covers: Ambience East Kent
Marquee: Cavendish Marquees
Band, harpist and DJ booked through Function Central: http://www.functioncentral.co.uk/
Band name: Penfold
DJ Name: DJ AC
Cake Artist: Cupcake Cakeaway