Intimate Black Tie Monochrome Wedding at Wollaton Hall
Photography by Emma Collyer PhotographyAlisha and Jake didn’t just dream of a wedding straight out of a magazine; they made it happen! With a chic monochrome black-tie vibe, they asked their guests to don sleek black dresses and tuxedos, turning their day into a stylish affair. The couple’s love story began at Nottingham Trent University back in 2014, so naturally, Nottingham became the perfect backdrop for their celebration. They tied the knot exactly 10 years to the day they first met, choosing the stunning Wollaton Hall's Camelia House for their intimate ceremony. After saying “I do,” they kept the magic going with a dinner at the Cosy Club before hitting Nottingham’s bars to dance the night away. Alisha wore an elegant bespoke wedding dress she created with the incredible Recommended Supplier, Story of My Dress!
Luxury black tie monochrome wedding theme at Wollaton Hall
Pinterest is your best friend! Keep a log of your spending and a to-do list, and do it together! I'm so happy that my husband was there every step of the way to help organise our special day! When it came to fairs, food tasting, and DIY’s, he really was my other half. Do what makes YOU happy!
Alisha
Timeless Monochrome Stylish Wedding
Alisha & Jake wanted a timeless wedding theme that they could look back on and still love in all the years to come. The couple asked their guests to wear all black with no patterns or other colours within the outfits. Men were asked to wear tuxedos complete with bow ties. Everyone dressed to the nines and looked incredible! To match this black and white monochrome theme, the flowers were mixed with black and white preserved foliage and flowers, and the cake was a Lambeth white heart cake. Alisha & Jake’s goal was to ensure the wedding looked like it came right out of a magazine, and it definitely feels that way with the luxe styling and guest fashion!
The Highlights & Supplier Shout-Outs
Out of all the suppliers, Alisha & Jake were really at a loss for words for their wedding band. They were incredible, and everyone adored them. Alisha actually found them in Canterbury, where they were busking on the street singing Everywhere by Fleetwood Mac. Alisha approached them then and there and asked if they'd done weddings before. Alisha said, “I am so incredibly lucky they joined us on our day. THANK YOU SOUTH BY ZERO!” The bride also wanted to shout out her dress designer and our lovely Recommended Supplier, Story of My Dress, who made the process of designing a bespoke wedding dress and veil so easy and the experience was seamless.
Asking your guests to wear a specific colour, pattern or design pays off when you’re trying to achieve a vibe and theme at your wedding!
It's so hard to choose a favourite moment when the entire day was so special, but if we had to choose one moment, I think I would choose the moment after the ceremony when we'd just completed our confetti throw and the champagne and canapes had started to flow, and the band were playing. I loved seeing our guests dancing together in the sun to live acoustic music, it was incredible; it was like time had stopped still, and everyone was smiling and enjoying themselves.
Alisha
There’s no doubt that over the course of your life, thinking about finding your dream wedding dress is something that’s probably crossed your mind more than a few times. Sometimes, even before you’ve met your partner! But it’s not always as easy as trying on one dress and falling in love with it. If you’ve thought about designing a custom wedding dress, you should head to our article all about bespoke wedding dresses, where we discuss everything you need to know about the process! We’re obsessed with this luxe wedding theme achieved by the classic and elegant monochrome wedding theme. Take a look at our favourite black and white bridesmaid dresses for more ideas!
