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How to Combine Two Wedding Ceremonies in One Day: A Luxury Guide for Multi Cultural & Interfaith Weddings

How to Combine Two Wedding Ceremonies in One Day: A Luxury Guide for Multi Cultural & Interfaith Weddings

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Fusion Islamic and Chinese couple at Spring Restaurant London
Chloe & Haris: A Beautiful Multi-Day Islamic, Chinese, Fusion Wedding in London

Chloe & Haris: A Beautiful Multi-Day Islamic, Chinese, Fusion Wedding in London

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Indian fusion French British wedding
Do You Need a Multi Cultural Wedding Planner?

Do You Need a Multi Cultural Wedding Planner?

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Bride & Groom watching a traditional chinese lion dance at their walima
How to Incorporate Faith and Culture into your Modern Wedding: Expert Tips

How to Incorporate Faith and Culture into your Modern Wedding: Expert Tips

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Bride & Groom in a mandap having their Hindu South Indian wedding ceremony at the Langham, London. Exchanging flower garlands
Planning your Dream Multi Cultural Wedding Weekend: Tips from a UK Wedding Planner

Planning your Dream Multi Cultural Wedding Weekend: Tips from a UK Wedding Planner

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Bride & Groom with bridal party (bridesmaids & groomsmen) holding coloured smoke flares in the air. Brightly coloured smoke fills the air at the Old Kent Barn
Planning a Wedding when You’re from Different Cultures 

Planning a Wedding when You’re from Different Cultures 

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UK, luxury Wedding planner - Lydia of Ella Parisa, styles the table at Hever Castle in Kent
8 Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner 

8 Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner 

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UK, luxury Wedding planner - Lydia Gajjar of Ella Parisa having a brand shoot in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Notepad and pen reads 'Wedding to do list'
My Guide to Creating your Wedding Day Schedule 

My Guide to Creating your Wedding Day Schedule 

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Hever Castle - luxury wedding venue in Kent
7 top tips on finding your dream wedding venue 

7 top tips on finding your dream wedding venue 

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The full gallery is back for Jo & Richard and I’ve The full gallery is back for Jo & Richard and I’ve been very happily revisiting this gorgeous day at @limekilnsussex in June. 

There are so many favourites, but I’m really loving these film images.

@jamesrichphoto is a genius! 

Planner – @lydia_gajjar
Venue – @limekilnsussex
Caterer – @adamnathancatering
Florist – @thistle_and_string
Photographer – @jamesrichphoto
Videographer – @abigailandlukefilms
Celebrant –@bethkirkhamceremonies
Musicians & Band – @entreepartyband
Photobooth – @eventrhino.co.uk
Lighting & Garden Games – @farnhamsandl
MUA – @bethleahymua
Hair Stylist – @molliemerrifieldartistry
Bridesmaids Hair Stylist – @hair_byting
Happy first anniversary to this gorgeous pair! S Happy first anniversary to this gorgeous pair! 

Such a beautiful day, and my first Greek Cypriot bridal ceremony too. 

Lucas and Elena’s family were so warm and welcoming, and it makes it even more special that I’ll be back with them next weekend to coordinate Elena’s brother’s wedding. 

One of those lovely reminders of how special this job can be.

~ Captured by @joannabongardphoto

Wedding Coordinator - @lydia_gajjar
Venue - @limekilnsussex
Photographer - @joannabongardphoto
Videographer - @hanhmadefilms
Florist - @tuberoselondon
Caterers - @frankscanteen
Makeup Artist - @alinasamssonova
Cake Designer - @birchhousebakery
DJ - @staroneuk
Band - South Atlantic Groove Project
Linen - @just_4_linen
Wedding Nanny - @littlestepsagency
Dress Designer - @katherinetash
Bridal Boutique - @thefallbride
Groom's Suit - @40colori
Planning a wedding at a venue like @rhswisley come Planning a wedding at a venue like @rhswisley comes with a lot of logistics behind the scenes!

With the gardens open to the public throughout the day, access is restricted and set up windows are incredibly tight.

For Dione & Vito’s wedding, we had just 90 minutes to set up their ceremony, before moving across the gardens to the Glasshouse, where we had two hours to completely transform the space ready for 120 guests.

There are so many moving parts with a wedding like this and it takes a lot of careful planning beforehand, a very detailed schedule and, most importantly, an incredible team of suppliers all working together to make it happen.

A little BTS of what those two hours looked like…

Planner: @lydia_gajjar
Photographer: @dejilawalphotography
Videographer: @rixweddings
Venue: @rhswisley @rhswisleyevents
Caterer:@melsmealss
Florist: @thistle_and_string
Celebrant: @smscelebrant
Gospel Choir: @rosegoldchoir
Tableware & Decor: @gigieventdesign
Bar: @vooshkacocktailbar
Cake Designer: @emilysmixingbowl
Chairs: @wacarrandson
Lighting: @divinemusiquk
MC: @mcmidemc
Saxophonist: @akachisax
DJ: @djslapzz
Content Creator: @toloveandcapture
Hair Stylist: @dl_bridal
MUA: @bridalbeautyicons
Dress: @alonuko_bridal
Suit: @acreandrow
Swedish Desserts: @lovefikauk
Photobooth: @effortlessevents.uk
Audio Guestbook: @audioguestbook
The ceremony all set for Marie & Tyrell's tropical The ceremony all set for Marie & Tyrell's tropical island-inspired wedding.

Brought to life with the most incredible florals and tropical plants by @thistle_and_string.

Marie wanted to make a real entrance, so we opted for draped curtains by the wonderful @drap.d_ team, creating the perfect grand reveal before she walked down the aisle.

~ Cover image by @daviddeanphotographic, content by @socialbridesuk

Planner – @lydia_gajjar
Venue – @northbrook.park
Caterer – @official_chefcharles & @souperfoodcatering
Florist – @thistle_and_string
Photographer – @daviddeanphotographic
Videographer – @vuzed.nl
Ceremony Musicians – @_wearealma
Steel Band – @steelasophical_steel_band_dj
DJ – @djbukkylondon
MC – @mcmidemc
Mauritian Band – @tiptisaofficial
Tableware – @theluxecollectionuk
Linen & Placemats – @alba.tableware
Napkins – @theknottednapkinco
Draping – @drap.d_
Stationery – @alexhintondesign
Live Illustrator – @katylockedesign
Cake & Dessert Table – @meeramakes
Evening Food Stall – @gajak_street_food
MUA – @elliewatkinsonmua
Hair Stylist – @charlottebutlerhair
Décor – @rockthedaystyling
Lighting & Garden Games – @farnhamsandl
Photobooth – @sojourn.studios
Audio Guestbook – @audioguestbook
Waiting Staff – Waiting Staff London @waitingstafflondon
Ice Cream Trike – @chocolateballoons
Napolitaine Favours – @la_maison_des_napolitaines
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