Rhapsody In Blue

A romantic country house wedding styled with the softest shades of blue and luxurious touches

There’s something about blue. With calm, airy and elegant keynotes, blue brings effortless romance to a wedding – and it’s seriously on-trend to boot. From Bridgerton-inspired regency blue to shades of periwinkle and sky blue, our love affair with blue looks set to bring gorgeous colour to weddings in 2023 – and, in this dreamily romantic styled shoot, the hue takes centre stage. “Inspired by the simple patterns of the French blue toile de jouy of the 18th century, I wanted to create a wildly romantic but extremely elegant and luxurious wedding setting,” explains photographer Jennifer Jane.

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The soft blues of the antique fabric carry throughout the styling, from the tablecloth and candles to the intricate pattern on the plates, paired with crystal glassware and antique silver cutlery.

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The stunning confections include miniature sweet treats at each place setting and a head-turning cake, the top tiers carrying blue floral motifs with delicate sugar craft florals. The flowers also reflect the aesthetic: “The beautiful soft wildly romantic florals use seasonal florals in a palette of soft whites and creams for the table using a white ceramic urn, with a stunning hand-tied bouquet as well,” says Jen.

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Perhaps the most vivid expression of the theme is the bridal gown – a voluminous confection of muted blue tulle ruffles with a plunging neckline and low back. Paired with a handcrafted floral crown and a groom in an elegant tuxedo, it’s a glorious scene, fresh from a modern fairytale.