It’s a great wedding, which has been excellently captured by Katharine, the weather was extremely kind to them and the low lite summer shots are just beautiful. I am loving the location, what  beautiful place for a marquee!  Rachel looks stunning and I am also loving the bridesmaids dresses from Top Shop!………….and you have to read the proposal story! how romantic!

Rachel and Pete describe their wedding as ‘Full of family, friends and lots of laughter. The day couldn’t have been more perfect’

How they met.
We met on our first day at uni – Pete was placed in halls with one of my best friends from school! We’ve been together nine years.

The proposal
It was amazing! On the pretence of work, Pete drove us to Folkestone, where we took the Channel Tunnel and travelled to Champagne, somewhere we had visited before and loved. We checked in to our beautiful hotel, where they upgraded us to their best room… I was concerned that I did not have anything with me for a weekend away but Pete reassured me that he had packed a suitcase for me – which actually worried me even more! But when I opened up the suitcase it was full of new clothes – everything I would need for the weekend away!
Next, we drove into the vineyards where we hopped over a fence to find a good spot for a picnic… After eating Pete got down on one knee and proposed – very romantic indeed! We then popped open a bottle of champagne to celebrate…
Later that night we had a table booked at a restaurant nearby. When we arrived, I had another surprise as some of our friends were there waiting to celebrate with us!

The Venue
We chose the church as it was very beautiful and traditional. We chose the reception venue as it had very few limitations. We could bring in all our own suppliers and really make the day personal to us. Plus the gardens were stunning!

The dress
My dress was by Pronovias, my shoes were Kurt Geiger and my earrings were Oriental Pearl.

The suit and Bridesmaids
The suits were hired from Cheeks of Bexley, the boys cravats were ordered from eBay. The bridesmaids dresses were originally bought from Topshop and altered by my mum.

Theme
A romantic, vintage feel.

Food
We had lovely canapés alongside pink prosecco and Pimms on arrival, a delicious barbecue followed by strawberries and cream for the wedding breakfast and a hog roast later in the evening,

Entertainment
We had a live band who were fantastic!

Flowers
Roses in lovely vintage-y colours.

Decoration
Lots of flowers and candelabras. Our very talented florist draped the flowers and trailed ivy around the candelabras to make very beautiful centrepieces.

Personal touches
-Our favours, invitations, orders of service, place names and table names were all home made.
-We made little gift bags for the children
-My mum made the table plan, which was printed up on canvas
-The bridesmaids’ dresses were altered and added to by my mum.

Special moments
-Sitting in the car after the ceremony and realising we were actually husband and wife! —-Being introduced into the reception by the toast master to everyone’s applause.
-Our first dance.
-All the tables popping open the champagne corks together for the toasts (and a couple that popped prematurely!)

Planning advice
Aim to have as little as possible to do on the day before the wedding so that you have some time to relax (and drink a glass or two of champagne!)

Biggest surprise
Hmmm… Being told on arrival to our reception that our wedding cake had been smooshed in transit! And even more surprisingly, really not caring!

Supplier shout Outs
Caterers – Zest – www.zestcreativecatering.com
Florist – Florian – www.florianflowers.co.uk
Marquee – Camelot – http://camelotmarquees.co.uk/
Band - The Ferraris – www.functionjunction.co.uk
Photographers – Peachey – http://www.peacheyphotography.co.uk/
Wedding rings – Simply Jewellers – www.simplyjewellers.co.uk
Table Plan – www.smartartimages.co.uk

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The wedding is that of Ben and Erin, Ben is British and Erin is American and the lovely couple were married in October 2009 at the Cator Woolford Gardens in Atlanta, Georgia. It was Naomi’s first destination wedding, so as you can imagine was extra happy with the results!

Naomi told me that Erin looked absolutely beautiful, her dress was simple and elegant and her flowers had such impact – a combination of all colours, with fresh sunflowers, roses and bright blue and purple iris. Erin’s make-up and hair were kept very natural and soft, which suited her delicate features and natural beauty perfectly.

The wedding day was just so beautiful – gorgeous weather in a stunning venue, an amazing outdoor ceremony with live music between the vows. There was a very relaxed and happy family vibe for the rest of the day and the evening party. The couple left late to head off for their honeymoon – a romantic cabin in the mountains.

Naomi says ”Ben and Erin arranged for me to go out to the US for just over a week for the shoot. I was included in all the wedding preparations such as the rehearsal dinner and bridal shower, which was a new experience for me, as here in the UK we do not have any of those wedding customs. I really enjoyed this preparation time – and found the sense of family togetherness, love and help for the couple really quite special.”

During the time leading up to the wedding, I spent a lot of time with their family and friends. I couldn’t believe how welcoming, kind and thoughtful they were towards me. They ensured I was looked after at all times and even took the time to arrange some fun adventures for me, such as a behind the scenes trip at CNN, a deep south BBQ, a deep south restaurant for gumbo and grits, an early morning hike up Stone Mountain and lots of visits to the biggest and most beautiful American houses I have only ever seen in movies!

During that time I made some fantastic American girlfriends and really became a part of the family, so no matter what the future holds for me in wedding photography, this shoot will always hold a special place in my heart.

I really love this wedding, the little details with favours, the wonderful colours in the flowers the relaxed atmosphere and the fact that everyone looks so happy.
Thanks so much to Naomi for sending in these beautiful pictures, they really do showcase her work off extremely well.
And a big Congratulations to Ben and Erin on their Big Day, it’s been lovely to feature a wedding in the US, and I wish them many years of happiness together.

Naomi Kenton is based in Hampshire but will travel anywhere within the UK and worldwide.
For more information about her services got to:
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info@naomikenton.co.uk