Eliza Jane Howell Dress in Hackney

We are absolutely swooning over this sparkling Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with the most epic cape veil! Ting was swishing through the streets of Hackney alongside her new husband Chris, full of joy at their sunny micro-wedding. Like many engaged couples in 2020, they had a fair few changes of plan! Scaling back from 200 guests to under 30, they married at Hackney Town Hall with a separate reception a few days later. It turned out to be a beautifully intimate setting, and everyone was so full of love and joy after a long period apart. The whole day was beautifully shot by Recommended Supplier Virginia Photography.

Ting wore a beautiful Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with flowing cape veil.

Ting is Chinese and I (Chris) am Greek-Cypriot. We wanted to tie in little elements from our cultures and heritage where we could. This included a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, and writing the names of the bridesmaids on the sole of the bride's shoes. In a similar vein to throwing the bridal bouquet, the last name rubbed off is the next one to get married in Greek-Cypriot tradition! To incorporate western tradition, the bridesmaids wrote their names in blue. The hair slide was borrowed from Ting's sister (which she wore on her own wedding day), the something new was a pair of Alex Monroe earrings featuring the bumblebee on Ting's engagement ring from my mum. The something old was a diamond necklace gifted from Ting's parents for her 18th birthday.
Ting & Chris

Silver wedding heels with bouquets of blue, orange and white florals including roses, eucalyptus and wild flowers

First look at Hackney Town Hall with bride in Eliza Jane Howell gown

Beaded and sequin embroidered Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with tule cape veil

Bridal hair accessory with flowers and diamonds

Bride and groom share a kiss outside Hackney Town Hall

Bride getting ready in plunge neck Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with embroidered beaded panels

Bride and groom walking up the steps at Hackney Town Hall

Bouquet of white, peach and blue coloured flowers with roses and eucalyptus

Bridesmaid fastening bride's pearl drop necklace

Bridesmaid writing in blue ink on the bottom of her shoe

Bride and groom hug after first look at Hackney Town Hall

Bride wearing Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with embroidered beads and sequins, and a veil cape

Bridesmaids walking behind the bride holding her veil outside Hackney Town Hall

Blue writing on the bottom of the bridesmaid shoes reading 'together every step'

First step outside Hackney Town Hall with the bride in an Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress

Eliza Jane Howell beaded and embroidered wedding dress with tulle veil cape

Gold wedding ring with diamond sitting on a pink rose

VIBE

The vibe was relaxed and natural with personal touches from our lives and home. For instance, the Tea Ceremony set belongs to Ting's parents, and the cake knife was a housewarming gift when we bought our first home together. The bouquet included things foraged from our home and local park! There was no fixed colour scheme but Chris was keen on blues and oranges in the flowers which feature a lot in our home.

PERSONAL VOWS

There was a period when we were worried personal vows wouldn't be allowed due to the pandemic restrictions. So we were overjoyed when it was confirmed we could go ahead with them! We wrote them separately and didn't share them with each other until the ceremony. Reading them to each other, we just felt like we were in our own little bubble of loveliness! We also ended up referencing loads of the same jokes and memories which was hilarious and so special!

Groom wearing navy blue Ted Baker suit with floral tie

Bride walking down the aisle with her father, she is wearing an Eliza Jane Howell gown and carry a blue, peach and white bouquet

Bride and groom sat at the altar getting married at Hackney Town Hall

Bride and groom looking into each other's eyes, just married

Bride and groom getting married at Hackney Town Hall

Bride and groom laughing together after their wedding ceremony

Bride and groom and their wedding party. The bride is wearing an Eliza Jane Howell gown, the bridesmaids are wearing blush dresses with sequin detail and the groom and groomsman and groomswoman are wearing navy blue

Plunge open back detail on Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with veil cape

Bride and groom reading their personalised wedding vows

Bride and her bridesmaids, they are wearing blush gowns with sequin top detailing and tulle skirts

Bride and groom wearing white floral face masks for their micro-wedding at Hackney Town Hall

Bride and groom leaving their wedding ceremony arm in arm

Bride and groom signing their marriage certificate

Groom holding up the bride's hand to look at her wedding ring

Bride wearing an Eliza Jane Howell wedding gown with embroidered bead and sequin details, and a flowing cape veil

Wedding party on the steps of Hackney Town Hall taking photos of the bride and groom

Bride and groom kiss as they get married

Bride and groom holding hands in front of Hackney Town Hall

Bride wearing a plunge open back Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with cape veil and bead details

Micro wedding party guests mingle outside Hackney Town Hall in the sunshine

Bride wearing Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress with intricate panelled bead and sequin detailing

Eliza Jane Howell was the dress designer of Ting's dreams - and ours too!

Create opportunities for personal touches that matter to you both, and intimate moments. For instance, the tea ceremony was really special as it gave us the chance to share some personal words with our parents and elder siblings. It even got Ting crying! Incorporating things from our home, which our nearest and dearest recognised, made it feel really personal and connected to our lives together.
Ting & Chris

Linen guestbook with initials, on a table with polaroid photos

Two tier iced white wedding cake with mixed berries and cute cartoon animal cake toppers

The bride and groom making their wedding speeches

Chinese tea ceremony with blue and white family tea set

Bride's cape veil of her Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress draping behind her as she is sat down

Groom holding a drinking cup at Chinese tea ceremony

The bride wore shiny silver strappy heels with her sparkly Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress

Bride holding the drinking cup at Chinese tea ceremony

Bride and groom covering in confetti for their entrance at a Hackney pub

Bride and groom having confetti thrown over them at their wedding reception

Bouquet of white roses, eucalyptus and wild flowers on a pub bar

Hamper of wedding presents and cards, polaroid photos of the wedding day and a guest book on a table

Cute cartoon animal cake toppers on a white wedding cake with mixed berries

The bride and groom laughing at speeches

Bride chatting with wedding guests, wearing an Eliza Jane Howell wedding gown

Mother of the groom fastening a bracelet on the bride's wrist

Guests toasting with champagne at a pub wedding reception

The bride and groom sat at their pub wedding reception

The bride and groom laughing as they both make speeches

Father of the bride passing a red envelope to the newlyweds during their Chinese tea ceremony

The bride smiling and hiding her face during the speeches

The bride standing with her father outside the pub wedding reception

Bride and groom cutting into their wedding cake

The bride and groom with each of their parents beside them

What a stunning day! From the weather to the location, everything worked out wonderfully for Ting & Chris in the end. If you're after more Eliza Jane Howell wedding dress inspiration, you're in for a treat because Eliza's beaded shoulder dress is giving us major Great Gatsby vibes. We also love how Shakira has styled her Eliza Jane Howell gown with a cool leather jacket.

Written by Georgia Gallant

Ceremony Venue: Hackney Town Hall |

Reception Venue: The Duke of Richmond |

Photographer: Virginia Photography |

Videographer: Happy Pears |

Florist: Plant Warehouse |

Dress Designer: Eliza Jane Howell |

Tailor: Chambers Bespoke Tailor |

Bridal Boutique: Teokath of London |

Bridesmaids Outfits: Maya Deluxe |

Accessories: Alex Monroe |

Groom's Outfit: Ted Baker

Real WeddingEnglandLondonSpringTown HallCivil CeremonyChinese Tea CeremonyCityBluesNeutralsPastelsPeaches & Corals£15k - £20kMulticultural / Interfaith Wedding