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Summer Styling Reimagined with The List

After falling in love with the incredible floral creations of Philippa Craddock at the recent Royal Wedding it felt only right that we work with our amazing, handpicked wedding suppliers from The List to bring you both inspirational and achievable ideas taking inspiration from this romantic and elegant look. I think you'd be hard pushed to find anyone, anywhere who failed to swoon over that stunning green foliage and white floral archway at the west door of St George's Chapel and who doesn't want a bit of that swoon on their own magical day?! Whilst Summer styling often includes pastel hues and rustic decor, today we've gathered inspiration for a somewhat more understated, refined look (aside from the flowers of course, they are off the chart) which should no longer be reserved for destination weddings.

Summer Styling

Elegance and simplicity in styling teamed with incredible blooms lends itself so beautifully to the summer days and is the perfect backdrop to your love story. We just love how it all feels show stoppingly beautiful yet has a calm and almost ethereal feel. The places where your loved ones gather for the ceremony, cocktail reception and dinner are paired back yet stylish, with florals speaking volumes. Fabrics are sheer and light, allowing for movement, and draping adds intimacy to large or outdoor spaces.  

Guest Seating | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://ashleyludaescher.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ashley Ludaescher</a>
Outdoor Wedding Ceremony | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.stefaniekapraphoto.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Stefanie Kapra</a>
Outdoor Wedding Reception | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.stefaniekapraphoto.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Stefanie Kapra</a>
Aisle Style | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://joannetruby.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Joanne Truby</a> | Image by <a href="https://kat-hill.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Kat Hill Photography</a>
Festoon Lights Aisle | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.oncewed.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Once Wed</a> | Image by <a href="https://austingros.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Austin Gros</a>
Meadow Flower Lined Aisle | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.onestylishday.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">One Stylish Day</a> | Florals by <a href="https://www.vervainflowers.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Vervain </a> | Image by <a href="https://missgen.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Miss Gen Photography </a>
Outdoor cocktail reception | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.fabmood.com/tulle-wedding-gown-tuscan-inspired-wedding/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Fab Mood</a> | Image by <a href="https://jenhuangphoto.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Jen Huag Photography</a>
Elegant Table Styling | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.oncewed.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Once Wed</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.kateignatowski.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Kate Ignatowski</a>
Table Styling | Summer Styling Reimagined | Planning & Styling by <a href="https://www.daisysaysido.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Daisy Says I Do</a> | Stationery by <a href="https://www.emeraldpaperdesign.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Emerald Paper Design</a> | Florals by <a href="https://www.flowerstyleco.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Flower Style Co.</a>
Olive Leaf Table Garland | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://caratsandcake.com/BlairandJames" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Carats and Cake</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.theedgeswed.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Edges Wedding Photography</a>
Simple Place Setting | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://weddingsparrow.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Wedding Sparrow</a> | Image by <a href="https://vasia-weddings.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Vasia Han</a>
Destination Wedding Table Styling | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://weddingsparrow.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Wedding Sparrow</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.savan-photography.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Savan Photography</a>
Beautiful Table Decor | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.fabmood.com/tulle-wedding-gown-tuscan-inspired-wedding/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Fab Mood</a> | Image by <a href="https://jenhuangphoto.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Jen Huag Photography</a>
Glass Jar Candles | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.stylemepretty.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Style Me Pretty</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.whiteloftstudio.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>White Loft Studio</a>
Draped Wedding Ceremony | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.stylemepretty.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Style Me Pretty</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.dianamcgregor.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Diane McGregor</a>
Glass Marquee | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.onestylishday.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">One Stylish Day</a> | Image by <a href="https://missgen.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Miss Gen Photography</a>
Maximalist Florals
Whist we may not have access to florals gathered from the Crown Estates and Royal Parks we DO have access to floral masterminds. The List is home to a whole host of incredible florists all well versed in creating stunning creations a la that of Miss Craddock. We always suggest sticking to seasonally appropriate blooms, so the peonies of the Royal Wedding are out, but the garden roses, foxgloves will be available throughout Summer, and it wouldn't be RMW without us telling you to throw in some spectacular dahlias, too. White blooms against green foliage is striking and classic, so you can afford to go big. And when you think it's big enough, go bigger... Whoever said size doesn't matter was not a floral kinda person. We're talking floral arches, large installations (staircase and fireplace adornments are some of our favourites), oversized bouquets and fresh foliage garlands for tables.  
Floral Installation | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://www.forageandblossomflowers.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Forage and Blossom</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.matthewgillam.com.au/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Matthew Gillam Photography </a>
Green & White Buttonholes | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://ashleyludaescher.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ashley Ludaescher</a>
Green & White Buttonholes | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://ashleyludaescher.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ashley Ludaescher</a>
Beautiful Bouquet | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://joannetruby.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Joanne Truby</a> | Image by <a href="https://cgpgraham.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Claire Graham Photography </a>
Greenhouse Wedding Aisle Styling | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://joannetruby.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Joanne Truby</a> | Image by <a href="https://kat-hill.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Kat Hill Photography</a>
Bouquet with Ranunculus | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by Lily Lupin | Image byFlorals by <a href="https://www.lilylupin.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Lily Lupin</a> | Image by <a href="https://hayleysavagephotography.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Hayley Savage Photography</a>
White and Green Wild Bouquet | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <ahref="https://www.loulabelfloraldesign.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Loulabel</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.wit-photography.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>WIT Photography</a>
Fireplace Adorned with Florals | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://mirandahackettflowers.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Miranda Hackett Flowers</a>
White & Green Floral Arch | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.sweetpeaandblossom.com " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Sweetpea and Blossom</a> | Image by Image by <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjfj6SFn7rbAhUKBMAKHYBcDVoQFggoMAA&url=https://www.jayrowden.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Jay Rowden</a>
Summer Table Flowers | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://rubyandthewolf.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Ruby & The Wolf </a> | Image by <a href="https://taylorandporter.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Taylor & Porter </a>
Botanical Buttonholes | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://rubyandthewolf.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Ruby & The Wolf </a> | Image by <a href="https://taylorandporter.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Taylor & Porter </a>
Pew End Florals | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://rubyandthewolf.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Ruby & The Wolf </a> | Image by <a href="https://taylorandporter.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Taylor & Porter </a>
Floral Staircase Installation | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://www.thegardengateflowercompany.co.uk" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>The Garden Gate Flower Company </a> | Image by <a href="https://taylorandporter.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Taylor & Porter </a>
Wildflower Aisle | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.onestylishday.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">One Stylish Day</a> | Florals by <a href="https://www.vervainflowers.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Vervain </a> | Image by <a href="https://missgen.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Miss Gen Photography </a>
Summer White Florals | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://www.vervainflowers.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Vervain </a> | Image by <a href="https://www.victoriaphippsphotography.co.uk/blog/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Victoria Phipps Photo</a>
Elegant White Bouquet | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://weddingsparrow.com/article/classic-elegant-white-wedding-ideas/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Wedding Sparrow </a> | Florals by <a href="https://www.kellylenard.com/20nq0iq582unk0lx236cvgf533bfzy " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Intertwine </a> | Image by <a href="https://laurenalbanesephotography.blogspot.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Lauren Albanese </a>
Cow Parsley Milk Urns | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image by <a href="https://davidjenkinsphotography.com/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>David Jenkins </a>
Floral Bar Decoration | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://www.thegoodflorist.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>The Good Florist </a>
Elegant Flower Arch | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <a href="https://www.allforlovelondon.com/pages/wedding-flowers" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>All For Love</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.mandjphotos.com/#photo-5818" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>M&J Photography</a>
Chic Fashion & Beauty

We just adore the minimal, paired back look seen above. Sophisticated and unfussy fabrics, clean lines, modern silhouettes, chic undoos and a hint of glisten from jewellery and killer shoes. The fit of the dress has to be perfect when you're going for a simple style and we recommend a chat with your bridal shop or designer of choice about alterations and fitting services, all boutiques on The List are really open and honest about what you can expect so they should be your first port of call. Hair and beauty is again, minimalist and modern.  

Bridal Shoes | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <ahref="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <ahref="https://www.stefaniekapraphoto.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Stefanie Kapra</a>
Classic Bridal Make Up | Summer Styling Reimagined | Bridal Make Up by <ahref="https://www.ellehitchens.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Elle Hitchens</a> | Image by <ahref="https://www.johnbarwoodphotography.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”> John Barwood </a>
Luxury Engagement Ring | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <ahref="https://www.hildestories.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Hilde.</a> | Imge by <a href="https://claudiagoedke.wordpress.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Claudia Goedke </a>
Stunning Bridal Hair Bun | Summer Styling Reimagined | Hair Styling, Make Up and Image by <ahref="https://kristinagasperas.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Kristina Gasperas</a>
Backless Bridal Gown | Summer Styling Reimagined | Florals by <ahref="https://www.loulabelfloraldesign.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Loulabel</a> | Dress by <a href="https://cherrywilliamslondon.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Cherry Williams London</a> | Make Up by <ahref="https://www.facebook.com/LizzyCouchMakeupArtist/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Lizzy Couch Make Up</a> | Hair by <ahref="https://www.facebook.com/hwhair/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Hannah Woodgates</a> | Image by <ahref="https://www.peachandjophotography.co.uk/ " rel="noopener" target="_blank”> Peach and Jo</a>
Chic Bridal Updoo | Summer Styling Reimagined | Hair Styling by <ahref rel="noopener"/>
Charlotte Simpson Wedding Gown | Summer Styling Reimagined | Dress by <ahref="https://www.rockmywedding.co.uk/new-bridal-collection-charlotte-simpson/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Charlotte Simpson</a>
Charlotte Simpson Wedding Dress | Summer Styling Reimagined | Dress by <ahref="https://www.rockmywedding.co.uk/new-bridal-collection-charlotte-simpson/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Charlotte Simpson</a>
Bella Belle Bridal Shoes | Summer Styling Reimagined | Shoes by <a href="https://www.bellabelleshoes.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Bella Belle Shoes</a> | Image by <a href="https://lauragordonphotography.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Laura Gordon </a>
Diamond Engagement Ring | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://weddingsparrow.com/article/autumnal-michigan-wedding-ideas-in-gold-and-amber" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Wedding Sparrow</a> | Image by <a href="https://krmorenophoto.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”> K.R. Moreno</a>
Charlotte Simpson Bridal Gown | Summer Styling Reimagined | Dress by <ahref="https://www.rockmywedding.co.uk/new-bridal-collection-charlotte-simpson/" rel="noopener" target="_blank”>Charlotte Simpson</a>
Luxe Details
I am a sucker for the details. The font of the invite, the perfectly iced cake, glorious wax seals and sheer ribbon adornments. You will see the refined styling continues right through down to the smallest details which really allows the entire look to feel cohesive and thought out. Serif fonts mixed with calligraphy and hand lettering feels super luxe for all your stationery whilst classic and simple cakes look striking when adorned with a little foliage. Don't forget the small metallic touches (because we've all got a little magpie about us) and a signature cocktail, no excuse needed.  
Foliage Decorated Wedding Cake | Summer Styling Redefined | Cake by <a href="https://www.averybelovedwedding.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A Very Beloved Wedding</a> | Image by <a href="https://ashleyludaescher.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ashley Ludaescher</a>
Wax Seals | Summer Styling Reimagined | Wax Seals by <a href="https://heirloomseals.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Heirloom Seals</a>
Luxury Wedding Stationery | Summer Styling Redefined | Stationery by <a href="https://lauraelizabethpatrick.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Laura Elizabeth Patrick</a>
Calligraphy Wedding Stationery | Summer Styling Reimagined | Wedding Stationery and Image by <a href="https://lauraelizabethpatrick.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Laura Elizabeth Patrick</a>
Timeless Wedding Stationery | Summer Styling Redefined | Stationery by <a href="https://www.lilacandwhite.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Lilac & White</a>
Buttercream Wedding Cake | Summer Styling Redefined | Image via <a href="https://www.oncewed.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Once Wed</a> | Cake by <a href="https://melissasfinepastries.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Melissa's Fine Pastries</a>
Herb Decorated Wedding Favours | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.fabmood.com/tulle-wedding-gown-tuscan-inspired-wedding" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Fab Mood</a> | Image by <a href="https://jenhuangphoto.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Jen Huang</a> | Floral design by <a href="https://nataliebowendesigns.com/#weddings" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Natalie Bowen Designs</a>
Simple and Classic Wedding Cake | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image by <a href="https://hannahhickmancakes.co.uk" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hannah Hickman Cakes</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.johnbarwoodphotography.co.uk/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">John Barwood Photography</a>
Elegant Wedding Stationery | Summer Styling Reimagined | Stationery by <a href="https://www.retropress.org" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Retro Press</a>
Botanical Wedding Cake | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.studiomondine.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Studio Mondine</a> | Cake by <a href="https://ninecakes.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Nine Cakes</a> | Image by <a href="https://jenhuangphoto.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Jen Huang</a>
White Cosmopolitan Wedding Cocktail | Summer Styling Reimagined | Image via <a href="https://www.stylemepretty.com/2013/04/09/st-germain-signature-cocktail-inspired-by-vintage-glamor/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.whiteloftstudio.com " rel="noopener" target="_blank”>White Loft Studio</a>
Stunning Minimalist Wedding Cake | Summer Styling Reimagined | Styling by <a href="https://www.onestylishday.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">One Stylish Day</a> | Image by <a href="https://www.samanthawardphotography.co.uk" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Samantha Ward Photography</a>

  Almost all of the images pulled together to create this beautiful inspiration piece are of work created by our incredible suppliers on The List. If you're still looking for that amazing florist to create these stunning installations, a chic and elegant gown or someone to bring to life your #stationerygoals then you really don't have to look any further. All come with the Rock My Wedding seal of approval and really are the most talented, and downright coolest in the industry.


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