Charming Barn Luncheon – Steph & Dave’s Real Life Wedding

“A warm autumn day, early nuptials followed by a "Sunday lunch at home" styled celebration - Steph & Dave's real life wedding was filled with charming country details from the early afternoon, right until the dance party in the romantically lit Boat House! ”

“A warm autumn day, early nuptials followed by a "Sunday lunch at home" styled celebration - Steph & Dave's real life wedding was filled with charming country details from the early afternoon, right until the dance party in the romantically lit Boat House! ”

It was a beautiful crisp, warm autumn day at Rockhaven Farm where Steph and Dave were soon to kick-off their fun farm wedding, which was not only delightfully pretty but filled to the brim with charming details! It started with an early ceremony on the lawns under a fancifully designed gazebo which had been adorned with blue and white ribbons. The ceremony was styled to be relaxed and welcoming, so guests had the unique pleasure of choosing their favourite spot to sit – be it on a soft hay bale, a country garden chair or church-like wooden bench.

After the nuptials, what lay ahead for guests was a long, lazy “Sunday lunch at home” styled celebration, which was planned with such detail that guests were sure not to go hungry, thirsty or unentertained for the rest of the afternoon and evening! Lunch took place in the barn where each table was set with charming handmade runners in various floral and paisley prints which matched with the table seating plan. A countryside mix of tin and Mason-jar vases filled sweet floral arrangements finished this look off beautifully. Acting as edible place cards for guests, ‘His & Hers’ biscuits made by bridesmaid and always talented Roxanne Floquet, marked every setting.

The menu was served to the tables in leisurely waves, so that guests could help themselves to the scrumptious and plentiful assortment of platters of fresh fare that was catered by Zest Catering. After a long lavish lunch, it was then on to the cake cutting – another sweet masterpiece from Roxanne Floquet!

The celebration continued on the lawns overlooking the dam where an abundantly laid dessert table, soft serve machine and lawn games were waiting! Nostalgia took over as guests took turns playing the specially made giant Jenga and giant pick-up sticks, followed by the traditional lawn games of croquet and boules. Folk group, Andrew James and The Steady Tiger, kept the mood light and laid back with their melodic repertoire of soulful folk and roots music.

Once the sun had dipped behind the mountains of the picturesque Elgin Valley, romantic and fanciful lighting filled the boat house as guests excitedly welcomed Steph & Dave for their first dance as husband and wife all holding giant sparklers! Tasty late night snacks combined with a mix of old and new party tunes, kept guests celebrating with the happy couple till the early hours of the next day!

Photographer: welovepictures

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