The Reid Rooms Intimate Wedding

If we ever needed proof that you don't have to break the bank to have an absolutely stunning wedding, here it is; Ella & Matt's big day at The Reid Rooms. Wanting their day to have more of a relaxed vibe, the couple opted for casual outfits, a wedding breakfast, food vans, and no seating plan. You can just feel the quirky, love-filled aura seeping out of each photo. Speaking of! Recommended supplier Grace Elizabeth was the mastermind behind this incredibly cool set. If you're looking for some more casual, relaxed, and fun inspiration in your planning journey, Ella & Matt's wedding is a great place to start. Trust us.

Cool, calm and casual wedding at The Reid Rooms

The vibe was rustic and casual. The venue on its own was beautiful, so we really didn't need to do much! We used Pinterest to come up with an overall theme and colour scheme, then went from there. Honestly, we just wanted to buy/make decorations we could take home and use in our house. We didn't want to create lots of waste.

Ella & Matt

Bride holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath

White strappy open-toe wedding heels on mustard fabric with gold headband with sparkly stars, mustard coloured ring holders, wedding rings and a pink perfume bottle

Groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere and bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress holding hands and posing at The Reid Rooms wedding venue

Wooden chairs in wedding reception room with baby blue, baby pink and deep pink ribbons tied on

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath kissing groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere

Bride getting ready for wedding, laughing, holding a dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath wearing ASOS v-neck wedding dress

Strappy open-toe heels on cream coloured chair next to dried flower bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath

Mirror welcome sign on wooden easel at The Reid Rooms wedding venue

Groom in neutral coloured double-breasted blazer from ASOS and dried flower and foliage boutonniere

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and dried flower boutonniere doing confetti walk after wedding

Bride in leather-look black jeans and black t shirt doing makeup before wedding

Groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere holding hands with bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress doing confetti walk

Groom in neutral coloured ASOS suit and high-top converse waiting at the end of alter at The Reid Rooms with fairy lights woven into the beams

Bride in silk v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars smiling and hugging groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit

Groom posing in garden of The Reid Rooms venue wearing neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere

Bride holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath, smiling at groom wearing neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere after wedding ceremony

Bride and groom at the alter of Essex wedding venue with firelights decorations in the beams

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars and veil kissing groom in double breasted ASOS suit at the alter

Wedding party wearing mismatched sage green and baby blue bridesmaid dresses holding dried flower bouquets

Groom in double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere holding hands with bride in silk v neck ASOS wedding dress holding dried floral bouquet

The Reid Rooms

Nestled in the heart of the stunning Essex countryside, The Reid Rooms brings together modernity with a timeless charm. Ella & Matt realised early on that they didn't want a super formal wedding. So when they found this venue, all their boxes were ticked. It's set against a gorgeous rural backdrop with lovely gardens and a courtyard, setting the scene for some truly wonderful photos. The couple also wanted an intimate wedding, with their nearest and dearest present, and the venue was able to accommodate them easily. Guests were able to sit wherever they wanted; indoors or outdoors! Can we pick both?

Intimate & relaxed

Ella & Matt knew they wanted to keep things intimate, relaxed, calm and cool for their big day. Having a huge, formal wedding is fantastic, and a great choice. But, if you haven't heard our ethos for a while, here it is; your day, YOUR way! So, the couple decided on a more blithe approach to their wedding planning. And it worked absolute wonders. They stuck with local suppliers, kept their outfits casual, and offered a wedding cake comprised of cakes, brownies and cookies. Their rustic, casual vibe was brought to life by the photographer, the stunning venue, the wonderful guests, and of course, the fab couple themselves.

Bride and groom in ASOS outfits with dried floral bouquet having some beer

Large warm-toned neon sign for wedding saying The Reid Rooms

Single tier wedding cheesecake on wooden slate with cream, chocolate and orange icing and strawberries, blueberries and raspberries on the top

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars and groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere drinking beer after wedding

Groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere and bride in v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath

Bride in ASOS wedding dress with gold halo headband with sparkly stars having a glass of champagne with groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS blazer

Bridal party in mismatched bridesmaid dresses - sage green and baby blue bridesmaid dresses, all holding dried flower bouquets

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars and pearl detailed veil holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath with white ribbon

Wedding guest wearing mustard coloured boxy dress having a glass of champagne and chatting with other guests

Large black wedding food truck serving wedding pizza in the garden of The Reid Rooms wedding venue

Reception room at Essex wedding venue with white neutral tablescapes, large foliage and white rose floral arrangements and fairy lights in the beams of the ceiling

Bride in v neck ASOS wedding suit with gold halo headband and dried floral bouquet standing and smiling with groom in neutral-toned double-breasted ASOS suit and sunglasses

Wedding party in mismatched bridesmaid dresses and relaxed, casual suits with chinos and sage green blazers

Wooden slate centrepiece on neutral wedding tablescape with clear alcohol bottle and clear vase with white bunny tails, green foliage and baby’s-breath

Bride in v-neck ASOS silk wedding dress with gold halo wedding headpiece with bridesmaids in mismatched sage green bridesmaid dresses

Bride and groom in complimenting ASOS outfits, black high top converse and sunglasses dancing at The Reid Rooms wedding venue

Bride in silk-look v-neck sleeveless ASOS wedding dress and gold halo headband with sparkly stars holding dried flower wedding bouquet with white bunny tails, green foliage, yellow dried gypsophila, lavender and baby’s-breath and groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit

Bride and groom in ASOS wedding outfits and black high-top converse cheers-ing their beer bottles

Groom in neutral coloured double-breasted ASOS suit and black high-top converse with dried flower and foliage boutonniere and groomsmen in light chinos, white shirts and sage green blazers

Wooden crate with a variety of cakes and fruit, wooden slate with dates, raspberries and macaroons, and wooden slate with single tier buttercream vegan wedding cake

Flower pressed wedding biscuits on a wooden serving slate

We absolutely love a slip dress wedding dress moment!

We tried to stick with local suppliers, and DIYing what we could. As we wanted to stick to a small budget, some things were just a matter of searching until we found an option that was within our price range. Don't be shy to email lots of vendors for a quote!

Ella & Matt

Ella & Matt's phenomenal wedding is evidence enough that you don't need to be a millionaire to have a wedding fit for a queen. And it's not just them who got the memo, as exemplified by our roundup of weddings under 10k. The Reid Rooms certainly added to the incredible vibe of the whole day, proving that your venue is a game changer in the planning stages. That's why we dedicated a whole episode of our podcast to just that - wedding venues.

Written by Sasha Kirkham

Photographer: Grace Elizabeth |

Venue: The Reid Rooms |

Florist: Hidden Botanics |

Food: Lot33 Pizza |

Food: Ronnie's Black Cab Pie & Mash |

Cake Maker: Cupcake Cloud |

Bridal Outfit: ASOS |

Fashion Accessories : Honey and Ember |

Groom Outfit : ASOS

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