Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding

Today's wedding is a cacophony of deep and rich autumnal colours - and we absolutely love it. The aisle, made from Persian rugs and leaves, has to be one of the best wedding walkways I've ever seen, whilst the open side of the barn creates an amazing indoor-outdoor feel. Utterly gorgeous. Throw into the mix vegetarian street food, a naked Waitrose-bought wedding cake, a bead embellished Needle & Thread dress and a surprise mariachi band - oh, and a couple of pugs! - for a knockout set of nuptials. Enjoy.

Floral Wreath Altar | Rustic Bureau | Persian Rugs and Autumn Leaves Lining Aisle | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Persian Rugs and Autumn Leaves Lining Aisle | Rustic Wooden Chairs | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Persian Rugs and Autumn Leaves Lining Aisle | Floral Wreath Altar | Rustic Bureau | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves

Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves | Elbow Length Veil | Bridal Up Do with Pink Hair Flowers | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Bridesmaids in Mismatched Maroon Dresses from High Street | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Pet Pugs Baxter and Bertie | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Pugs Walking Down Aisle | Persian Rugs and Autumn Leaves Lining Aisle | Rustic Wooden Chairs | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves | Purple, Orange and Pink Flowers with Foliage and Maroon Trailing Ribbon | Entrance of the Bride | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Mariachi Band at Pimhill Barn | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Purple, Orange and Pink Flowers with Foliage and Maroon Trailing Ribbon | Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves | Bridesmaids in Mismatched Maroon Dresses from High Street | Purple, Orange and Pink Flowers with Foliage and Maroon Trailing Ribbon | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Favourite Moment Of Our Day
We chose to get married at Pimhill Barn. We said our vows in the Cart Shed, enabling us to have an intimate, autumnal ceremony. We kept the décor simple, using Persian rugs and leaves to create an aisle, and a large floral wreath at the altar. I walked down the aisle with my Dad to an orchestral version of ‘Today’ by the Smashing Pumpkins. For readings we had ‘Marriage’ (anon.) and ‘The Wedding Singer’ (anon.). We chose these as they were lighthearted, but had a lovely sentiment. The whole ceremony was breathtaking and our favourite part of the day.
Maisie & Michael

Mariachi Band

Wedding guests love nothing more than when newlyweds keep a couple of surprises up their sleeves. Singing waiters. A feisty first dance. Or, following in Maisie and Michael's footsteps, a mariachi band. I mean, how fun. The band burst out of the barn doors to follow our couple into their confetti arch, before playing during the drinks reception. Don't you just love that? And how about all these amazing autumn colours and decorative details, which prove that you don't need to be wedded to the idea of getting wed in the traditional seasons. Doing something a little different can elevate your wedding from lovely to epic with very little effort. Take this as your permission to think outside the box!

Inspiration Behind The Styling
Inspiration for our styling heralded from my mum finding colourful paper fans in M&S. This prompted us to move away from the ‘traditional’ wedding tones to looking at a combination of strong autumn shades with big and bold Mexicana colours. Kath from The Shropshire Field completely understood the vibe of the wedding, and created incredible flowers. We had beautiful bright colours on what turned out to be a wet and windy English day.
Maisie & Michael

Table Plan with Bottles and Kraft Labels | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Wooden Banquet Tables | Mismatched Rustic Chairs | Paper Fans | Kraft Place Settings | Pink, Orange and Maroon Flowers for Tables | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Wooden Banquet Tables | Mismatched Rustic Chairs | Paper Fans | Festoon Lights | Bunting | Kraft Place Settings | Pink, Orange and Maroon Flowers for Tables | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Wooden Banquet Tables | Mismatched Rustic Chairs | Tea Lights in Jars | Kraft Place Settings | Wedding Breakfast Menus | Red and White Flowers and Foliage Centrepieces | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Chalkboard Welcome Sign | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Naked Wedding Cake from Waitrose | Wooden Mr and Mrs Cake Topper | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Wooden Banquet Tables | Mismatched Rustic Chairs | Tea Lights in Jars | Kraft Place Settings | Wedding Breakfast Menus | Purple and Pink Table Flowers | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Bride in Bead Embellished Needle & Thread Gown with Cascading Tulle Skirt and Semi-Sheer Sleeves | Bridal Up Do with Pink Hair Flowers | Groom in Check Blue Three-Piece Suit by T.M.Lewin with Maroon Tie and Pocket Square | Purple, Orange and Pink Flowers with Foliage and Maroon Trailing Ribbon | Bunting | Oversized Floral Urns on Beer Barrels | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

Festoon Lights | Paper Fans | Wooden Banqueting Tables | Wedding Reception at Pimhill Barn | Mariachi Band and Persian Rug Aisle for Autumn Wedding | Leah Lombardi Weddings

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