We have recently brought a property which has a really beautiful garden, we can't take credit for it and we are just trying to keep it going 😄
An old university friend is actually getting married in this part of the world because it's where her partners family is from. She's really lovely but is a little anxious and isn't loving being the centre of attention. She's having the wedding at a local church and then onward to another location for a very fun, relaxed evening do.
The church is the family church so is in the centre of the town and she doesn't want to stop outside it to have formal pictures where passer-bys can watch. The venue for the reception isn't ideal for a couple photoshoot and again she doesn't want everyone watching her. She reached out and asked if she could stop by the house on the way to the evening do and have a mini photoshoot here which we are thrilled with, more than happy to accomodate.
Here's where I need your lovely people's help! We are going to make ourselves scare so it's just her and her partner. We trust her completely and actually know the photographer too so no concerns there. We want to set up a little, low-stakes, no pressure hideaway space so she can have a few private moments and regroup if she needs to with just her and her groom. There's a little gazebo for this. I'm thinking the following:
- Champagne and non-alcoholic alternative so they can have a toast
- Some flowers on the table
- Some food but not sure what... chocolates can be messy, strawberries have red juice... grapes? crackers and cheese? Any thoughts?
- Little kit with make-up blotting paper, refreshing face spritz thing (She's a very low-key bride and no bridal party so probably won't have these things on hand) Anything else practical?
- Wondering about a little sign that says 'congrats Mr&Mrs X' but is that too fussy?
Probably overthinking this but she's had a tough few years and really deserves a beautiful day. If you were an axious, introverted bride what would you have wanted to find in a little hideaway for just you and your new groom?