Trattoria-style signs, antipasti platters and lashings of prosecco set the stage for Steph and Teo’s country celebration with a continental twist. Inspired by Teo’s Italian roots and with much DIY design help from Stephanie’s parents, the couple’s ceremony and reception contained an effortless blend of rustic and laidback elements. Photography | Oliver & Ruth

Alexandra and Alex took a chance on the weather when they chose to get married in October. However, their luck was in: the couple were able to celebrate their nuptials with a sun-drenched party on the roof terrace of their Languedoc chateau. Working to a peach and grey palette inspired by their venue, the pair used gold tea light holders and other metallic details to create a subtle Art Deco effect. Graphic designer Alex produced all their elegant stationery, based on 1920s French style. “The hardest part of planning was organising all the props and finishing touches,” says Alexandra. “Our parents brought a lot of things over from England in their car, and it really helped to have the venue’s in-house wedding planner.” Photography | Naomi Kenton

Shay and Phil created a personalised autumn day that reflected their love of music, nature and history. The day was planned in detail from start (a yoga session) to finish (a hot tub party). The bride wore a dreamy Rue De Seine dress and the groom was just as stylish in a tailor-made suit and Cuban-heeled boots. In the evening the guests were treated to a surprise performance...from none other than the bride herself! Photography: OneRedEye Visual Communications

Having found their dream blank-canvas venue at The Tithe Barn in Lenham, Kent, Sophie and Marc brought their rustic vision to life with flowers playing a key role. “The standout piece was a huge heart of gypsophila, which hung from the back wall and acted as the backdrop to our vows,” says Sophie. They also used nature-inspired touches to bring the outside in, from luscious green hop garlands festooning the beams to tree stumps as centre pieces and packets of forget-me-not seeds for favours. Hundreds of fairy lights added romantic glamour to the rustic effect, as did the antique glass-panelled door that Sophie and Marc transformed into a stylish table plan. Photography: Paul Fuller

Photography | Polly Alexandre

Cream tea, fabulous floral china and even a late-evening pizza delivery: Alex and Lloyd threw a party to remember Photography | Rebecca Wedding Photography

In a wedding that combined Parisian touches with pure English glamour, the couple drew from a palette of pinks, metallics and creams to create a look that was elegant and classic.

Features writer Hollie Bond shares her special day

Dusty pink, mint green and sparkles brought romance and glamour to Megan and Liam's country venue