The Top 24 Real Weddings of 2024
Photography by Joan Jellet Photography2024 has been a year! Here are just a few of the world’s love stories we were honoured to share this year. It’s been a year of some truly spectacular weddings. This roundup of real weddings includes the top-performing weddings on social media and team favourites, as well as some additional weddings that we just haven’t stopped thinking about. Let’s enter the world of bold, untraditional bridal fashion, colourful retro wedding cakes, champagne tower fails, stylish wedding accessories, and, of course, all the love! In no particular order, here are the top 24 real weddings of 2024.
Drum roll, please! Here are Rock My Wedding’s top 24 real weddings of 2024!
1. Molly & Noat at Langshott Manor
Molly & Noah’s celebration combined classic charm with a contemporary twist at Recommended Venue, Langshott Manor. Set against a romantic backdrop with breathtaking florals and intricate lighting, their wedding stood out for its elegance, dreamy colour palette and flawless execution, which earned this wedding its place on the list. If weddings had Pinterest royalty, this one’s wearing the crown.
2. Anouska & Matt at Hadsham Farm
Now this is a couple with taste! Anoushka & Matt wanted a celebration of music, fun and pink so decided on a 'festival-disco-glam' theme. After their slightly retro-inspired (and very pink) Vegas elopement, the couple wanted to keep some of this theme in their UK wedding, especially since they had originally met at Reading Festival in 2017! During the sunset, the couple poured a champagne tower and then got some amazing pictures taken by the lovely Recommended Supplier, Mark Horton Photos, in the fields of our Recommended Venue, Hadsham Farm, with the sunset in a little rowing boat decked out in disco balls and flowers. For their wedding video, the couple decided to choose Recommended Supplier, Electric Reel, to film the day! The couple also chose Recommended Supplier, Prezola, for their wedding gift list.
3. Rachel & Tatum at Riverlands Wedding Barn
To be totally honest, this wedding is up there as one of the coolest we’ve had the pleasure of featuring this year so far. Rachel & Tatum put all of their personalities into the day and created a boho disco extravaganza at the gorgeous Recommended Venue, Riverlands Wedding Barns. The couple loves festivals and has an appreciation for all music with live singers, musicians, and DJs playing all genres of music. They even had a boogie when signing their papers. The day was non-stop entertainment from start to finish. The Rock ’n’ Roll brides provided energy all day long and thanks to their incredible photographers, Kazooieloki Photography, who are also one of our Recommended suppliers, all of that energy was reflected in their wedding photos.
4. Naomi & Ben at No.38 The Park
Naomi & Ben’s countryside wedding wowed with its organic, nature-inspired details. Every corner of their venue featured lush greenery and soft blooms, offering a serene yet sophisticated atmosphere that captured the essence of outdoor romance. But the twist? Their food truck feast features artisan pizzas and prosecco on tap. Who needs a sit-down dinner when you’ve got a vibe this good?
5. Emily & Ben at St Giles House
Christmas weddings don’t get better than Emily & Ben’s St. Giles House celebration. Set at Recommended Venue, St Giles House, A winter wonderland with luxurious decorations, twinkling lights, and cosy, joyful vibes, their wedding was pure festive magic. All of the suppliers involved were absolutely incredible and Emily & Ben are so happy with everything from their day. From Recommended Supplier, HS Photography, who was phenomenal and captured the most incredible images from the day. Plus, the couple had Recommended Supplier, Edward Southwell, to film the day!
6. Eve & Michael at Chafford Park
With a contemporary boho luxe vibe, Eve & Michael’s wedding at Recommended Venue, Chafford Park Estate blended sophistication with countryside charm. Minimalist decor paired with thoughtful details made this event both stylish and heartfelt. With stunning golden hour moments, an iconic champagne spray and elegant green bridesmaid dresses, the photos from the day by Recommended Supplier, Costa Weddings UK, are truly beautiful and reflect the African and Caribbean cultures Eve & Michael wanted to showcase
7. Eleanor & Kane at The Canary Shed
Eleanor & Kane’s wedding combined rustic barn aesthetics with luxe touches. From warm wood tones to sparkling accents, this event struck a perfect balance between cosy and glamorous. The couple tied the knot at Recommended Venue, The Canary Shed, and opted for a vibrant colour palette of green, lilac and pink across the fashion, decor and flowers. When we saw these wedding flowers our jaws dropped, and then we saw they were by Recommended Florist, Honey Bunch, and everything made sense. The couple wanted a retro disco theme that still felt timeless and they completely nailed that. For yummy food, the couple had Recommended Supplier, Chop & Chip Co, and for decor, the amazing Recommended Supplier, Streamadelica, provided the goods.
8. Becky & Frankie at Quantock Lakes
A celebration surrounded by nature, Becky & Frankie’s wedding at Recommended Venue, Quantock Lakes. showcased the beauty of simplicity. Neutral tones, water views, and an understated elegance made this day unforgettable. Sometimes simplicity speaks the loudest, and this wedding was loud and clear.
9. Adesola & Joe at Kimpton Fitzroy
Held at the Kimpton Fitzroy, this wedding was an ode to timeless style. Adesola & Joe opted for vintage glamour with luxe details, earning their spot on this year’s roundup for pure elegance. With an emotional musical performance by the groom and his dad, as well as a gospel choir, a live band from Recommended Supplier, Entertainment Nation, and a DJ, it’s safe to say that Adesola & Joe gave their guests a day to remember! The couple also chose Recommended Supplier, Prezola, for their gift list.
10. Jayna & Jay at The Shack Revolution
Recommended Venue, The Shack Revolution, provided the perfect setting for Jayna & Jay’s urban wedding. Moody lighting, bold textures, and modern details made this event effortlessly stylish.
11. Jasmine & Stephen at Ash Barton Estate
Jasmine & Stephen live in Hong Kong but hosted their wedding in the UK. The couple planned a four-day weekend wedding to make the most of hanging out with their loved ones back in the UK. They wanted everyone to feel like they were on a mini holiday. Guests paid a certain amount to either stay in a yurt or in the house at the stunning Ash Barton Estate and Jasmine & Stephen supplied all the rest. The couple chose Recommended Supplier, Flutter, Darlings! for their confetti! And what a confetti shot they had!
12. Chelsea & Ryan at Willow Marsh Farm
I love Rock n' Roll, so put another dime in the jukebox, baby! We’re here with Chelsea & Ryan’s Western Rock ’n’ Roll wedding. Chelsea is a drummer in a band and Ryan loves working on his Harley Davidson which he custom-built and arrived at the venue on, so this theme was natural for the couple. Their home and decor were actually the inspiration for the whole wedding. The couple had cowboy boot aisle decorations (don’t judge until you see how cool these look), leather jackets and sunglasses, a live wedding band, and Ryan was the definition of they see me rollin’, they hatin’ as he turned up to the wedding on the back of his Harley Davidson. Capturing Chelsea & Ryan's insanely cool wedding day was Recommended Supplier, Firewood Film.
13. Emma & Sarah at Stone Barn
Where do we start with Emma & Sarah’s gorgeous day at Recommended Venue, Stone Barn? The two brides wanted to head into their day with a sense of preparedness. The couple have both been on difficult journeys that got them to this point and they wanted their wedding day to be a celebration of all they have overcome to finally reach their happily ever after or, more accurately, the start of their lives together! To complement the stunning rustic venue, the styling focused on a neutral colour palette with a variety of textures and floral details to create a warm and romantic vibe to their day. The day was captured by the amazing Recommended Supplier, Blonde Shot.
14. Amy & Richard at Styal Lodge
Styal Lodge was the perfect canvas for Amy and Richard’s autumn wedding. With warm tones, rich textures, and seasonal blooms, this wedding embraced the beauty of the season. We have the total honour of including Amy & Richard’s wedding day at Recommended Venue, Styal Lodge in this roundup. It’s probably easier to start by talking about what this wedding didn’t have! Amy & Richard’s main priority was to keep their guests having fun all day long, and that’s exactly what they did. With everything from an audio guest book, glitter and glow stick stations, to personalised cocktails, a reception outfit change and a dedicated area for kids attending the wedding, this couple truly thought of everything. Since Amy & Richard have experience working in events, they are lucky to already know a lot of suppliers who excel at what they do. We haven’t even gotten to the best part yet…Amy found her stunning ruffle wedding dress from Recycle My Wedding!
15. Hayley & James at The Mowbray
The Mowbray in Sheffield provided a sleek, industrial setting for Hayley & James. Their day was stylish and sophisticated, complete with personalised details and gorgeous photography. The couple literally had everything we love. Pearls, bright colours, disco balls (of course), and personalised details including a wedding newspaper from Recommended Supplier, The Crafty Lab. Hayley & James didn’t waste any time from their engagement to the wedding day, which fell exactly nine months and one day later. The couple also had an epic confetti moment thanks to Recommended Supplier, Proper Confetti. Hayley & James chose Recommended Supplier, Mirl & Co Photography, to capture their incredible day.
16. Amy & Callum at Humber Street
If you think weddings need to stick to a formula, think again. Amy & Callum transformed Humber Street Gallery into a canvas of bold colours, quirky decor, and creative details (hello, doughnut tower instead of a cake). This wedding proved rules are meant to be broken. Amy’s day job is actually a wedding stationer! She is the genius behind Recommended Supplier, The Rock N Roll Souls! The couple also chose Recommended Supplier, Prezola, for their gift list.
17. Sarah & Daniel at Hawkstone Hall
Sarah & Daniel's wedding at Hawkstone Hall is an aesthetic dream! Seriously, this one needs to be on every Pinterest board we have. With a soft and delicate lilac theme, a champagne tower, lots of bows, disco balls AND gorgeous flowers, Sarah & Daniel definitely brought all the dreamy destination wedding vibes to the UK. The personal touches and overall STUNNING aesthetic of this day made it an instant fave for us! Plus, the day was captured by the incredible Recommended Supplier, Leah Lombardi Photography, need we say more?
Team Favourites
Leah Blundell - Senior Creative Copywriter
"I love how Elle & Alex made their wedding day their own. The weddings you remember are the ones with lots of unique aspects, and I won't be forgetting this one anytime soon! Every detail was thoughtfully crafted by their incredible wedding planners and Recommended Supplier, The Wedding Arrangers. Elle & Alex wanted their guests to leave, thinking, “Wow, that was FUN!” I LOVED Elle & Alex’s bold colour scheme with those sleek and sexy black bridesmaid dresses from Recommended Supplier, Six Stories, that made the beautiful flowers by Recommended Supplier, Honey Bunch, really pop! What really levelled up this wedding, though? Elle’s beautiful wedding dress from Recommended Supplier, Halfpenny London. OBSESSED!"
Holly Cannon - Social Media Manager
"Chloe & Nathan's wedding is my favourite of the year. The bride is actually Recommended Supplier, Honey Bunch! I’m obsessed with Honey Bunch as a supplier- I get excited whenever we have a submission with them. They’re always so bright and colourful Chloe had three wedding dresses (the ultimate dream), and each one was incredible - I love the feathers and the silk, so classic and classy but still fun! The vintage heart cake is a classic but so cute and they also had tequila pistols - need I say more?! Chloe & Nathan's reception venue is also where I’d want my wedding reception!"
Julia Patterson - Product Owner
"Kirsty & Craig's wedding was my favourite this year because their wedding was actually very similar to my own! We also had an intimate beach ceremony but Kirsty & Craig got lucky with much better weather than we had!" Kirsty is a bridal designer herself and our Recommended Supplier, Kirsty Elizabeth Studios. She created her own wedding dress that she paired with shoes from Recommended Supplier, Esska Shoes! Craig polished up in an incredible suit and kilt from Recommended Supplier, MacGregor and MacDuff.
Jaimee-Lee Bowes - Partnerships Assistant
"I loved Leah & Ryan's wedding for its classic and timeless feel. I loved the coordination between the groomsmen and bridesmaids. Even the guests looked the part - stylish and elegant! Leah's Suzanne Neville dress was stunning. The gorgeous neckline paired with her veil is just so beautiful. The golden hour glow made for some incredible photos, and I just love all the dreamy destination wedding vibes." Not to mention, this couple have been together since they were 16! What a love story!
Shona Ezimogho-Moran - E-Commerce Writer
"Jasmine & Sam was my fave wedding this year! Edinburgh is one of my favourite places! I visited last December for the Christmas markets, and it was cosy and magical. I love the muted, candlelit aesthetic, it's so romantic. The ceremony was a beautiful blending of Scottish and Iranian traditions, honouring the couple’s heritage. The florals are stunning! I especially love how the greenery ties the ceremony area and table décor together. I’d always personally choose foliage over flowers! Belle from Beauty and the Beast is actually my favourite Disney princess, so I adore the library setting. I also love Jasmine's custom wedding dress created by Recommended Supplier, Wilden London and the stunning photography by Recommended Supplier, Bethany and James."
Hannah O'Byrne - Partnerships Manager
"Captured by Recommended Supplier, Eclection Photography, Daisy & Sam's wedding at Recommended Venue, The Asylum Chapel, was my favourite of the year! I love how the couple's personality can be seen in every decision at the wedding including not sticking to every tradition! The romance and gothic vibes combined with the urban city venue is just so cool. Of course, the standout from this day is Daisy's custom Galia Lahav wedding dress!"
Jennifer Read-Dominguez - Editor
Robyn & James at Minterne House
This real wedding is actually the top performing on our social media platforms for the year! So, not only did our Editor love it but you did, too with over 6.5k likes on Instagram! "Robyn & James’ wedding at Minterne House is my favourite real wedding of the year - mainly because of the two wedding dresses. I love the bride's reception dress with its statement oversized bow at the back and chic headband. It's a cute combination of classic elegance and modern flair. And the short reception dress, featuring short puff sleeves is playful and fits the funfair theme."
What's been your favourite real wedding of 2024?
And with that, the 2024 season comes to a close…but we can’t wait for 2025! Wondering what’s going to be in for next year? Head to our 2025 wedding trends to see all our predictions. To all our 2025 couples, it’s your year! We’d love to share your special day! Ask your photographer to check out our wedding submissions, and you could be featured in next year’s roundup.
