Old World Romance Meets Modern Maximalism at an English Countryside Estate

Prepare to be absolutely enchanted…

This English Countryside wedding shoot from floral designer For Keeps, event designer Anemone Style, and photographer Emma Ryan, along a creative team of UK-based vendors is a luxurious mix of modern + antique sensibilities, and we are OBSESSED.

“Featuring beautiful real-life couple Soph + Gabs, the shoot aims to provide inspiration for creative and style-conscious couples looking for a contemporary and artistic approach to their wedding,” says Jessica of For Keeps. And Elmore Court in Gloucestershire provided a dreamlike, historic backdrop for this rich + romantic concept.

There are vibrant blush + citrus floral creations that look like they were plucked from  a well-tended garden. There are opulent, summery tablescapes filled with fresh fruits + veg. And the tone of the day is a perfect balance of contemporary maximalism and Old World charm.

So if you’re trying to visualize what a chic, modern version of your Bridgerton- or 2005 Pride & Prejudice-inspired celebration would look like: this English wedding daydream is for you.

Let’s take a look at all these gorgeous photos from Emma Ryan Photography!

For Keeps knew that the key to their magical floral vision was marrying classically romantic blooms like roses + orchids with bright, spriggy greenery and wildflower-esque details like they did in this beautiful bridal bouquet.

We’ll get to Soph + Gabs’ gorgeous wedding dresses, we promise. But first: how dreamy are their contemporary loose wavy bridal hairstyles by Juta Zorubiene??

And those rosy neutral makeup looks by Amy Rose Makeup! 😍

A Stunning Parlor Ceremony

Feeling the period drama allure of this venue as much as we are? Tap into your historically-inspired bridal energy with our list of Bridgerton-inspired Regencycore wedding dresses!

The floral lace balconette ballgown-style “Gloria” dress by Flora is somehow playful + modern while also nodding to historic Victorian and Regency silhouettes.

Check out our collection of puff sleeve wedding dresses for even more dramatic bridal sleeve inspo!

For a contrasting but complimentary look: this glamerous structured bodice satin Sarah Seven gown!

Our collection of elegant wedding dresses is packed with timeless silhouettes like this one.

Both of these brilliant bridal looks were scored at Heart Aflutter Bridal Studio in London.

A Bright + Beautiful Reception

We love the whimsical simplicity of this peachy pillar seating chart with its hand painted table numbers!

And how cute is this!? The escort cards that Maple & Rae created were tucked into these fresh + colorful floral arrangements!

A Beautiful, Bountiful Tablescape

One of our favorite things about this inventive editorial is the way that fresh fruits + vegetables were incorporated into the decor. Gorgeous work Anemone Style!

There’s something so opulent (and on-trend!) about a tablescape with edible components! We spy squash, grapefruit, and limes adding some bright pinks, yellows, and greens to the vibe.

Loving this stately off-white upholstered wooden guest seating and banquet table setup from Chipping Norton Event Hire.

Snag some tall green taper candles to add some height + glow to your own table settings.

Striped + wavy tablecloths from Velvet Riot paired with floral napkins leaned into the modern-meets-antique vibe by combining patterns for an eclectic textile look.

Totally crushing on those adorable John Lewis Orangery Peaches plates!

Hand-drawn menus are VERY big for 2024 weddings and we adore all the gorgeous custom paper details in this editorial by Maple and Rae.

If custom paper goods aren’t in your budget, we found these cute hand drawn menu templates to DIY this popular trend for your wedding or bridal shower.

The table decor harvest just keeps coming! Artichokes + Romanesco broccoli brought earthy green texture + sculptural shape to the bounty.

And papayas + grapes rounded out the fresh feast with even more color!

Stunned by how much that pearly floral Victoria Percival hairpiece added to this bridal look!

Take a look through our collections of bridal headbands and bridal tiaras to find the right hair accessory for your own wedding day look.

Some Stunning Sweets

Dot Dot Bakery was behind these positively precious wedding cakes.

This delicious peachy color! It reminds us so much of this “Peach Fuzz” inspired wedding shoot!

This English countryside editorial was eclectic + modern maximalist magic. We cannot wait to watch lush fruit-filled tablescapes + charming hand drawn paper goods continue to take the wedding world by storm. And to see the inventive contemporary-meets-antique celebrations this shoot inspires!