One magical autumn day
Cori & Ian
Real Life Wedding: Drumsheugh Gardens and Noto, Edinburgh
Cori and Ian’s wedding was magical . From their ceremony (a private garden in the heart of Edinburgh’s new town) to their party (dinner at their favourite restaurant Noto with their closest family and friends) it was a dream.
Add to that a moment set aside for their firstlook and quality time spent in the gardens sipping champagne, hanging out with their favourites and even walking with their daughter little P and first born four legged Finn.
I will never stop saying every wedding is unique and special. They 100% are. Often it’s the details I remember: butterflies joining us for bridal prep, the scent of apple hairspray, the pre-aisle giggles and arm squeezes, snippets of speeches… and of course music.
Cori and Ian’s wedding is one I will always remember with so much clarity and detail. Because it was beautiful. But also because Cori is someone I get to call friend. And now I can also say Ian is too. Because these two are a team. An incredible and unique team.
Thank you both for letting us tell your wedding story. It was a privilege and a huge delight. Here are (some) of the magical details I remember from your day:
- The view from the room where Cori got ready – sitting above Edinburgh as she glowed in the afternoon sun
- The sound of Cori’s dress as she made her way to meet Ian for the first time as a bride
- The way Ian looks at Cori (also the way Cori looks at Ian) – love and respect in equal measure
- Little P’s smiles as she was held by both her parents
- The geese flying overhead during their ceremony.
- Kat and Harry’s unwavering dedication to making your garden party exceptional (even cleaning up a random dog’s calling card)
- The extra guest at the wedding
- The incredible smell as soon as the doors of Noto opened
- The warmth and sound of chatter and laughter as evening became night
See you soon you two fabulous humans.
#Big Blue Sky Love,
Alie & Niels xx
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Photographer - Blue Sky Photography
Make-up Artist - The Made-up Team
Celebrant - Lara Celini
Reception Venue - Noto
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