Our Wedding!

After a lengthy 2-year engagement (or at least I thought it was lengthy!) we finally tied the knot last Friday!! The day was truly perfect and everything came together beautifully, just as I imagined it. I was very relaxed right up until it was time to walk down the aisle – then all the emotions took over! Despite this, I wish I could relive the moment over and over. I am so grateful to everyone (suppliers and family alike) who helped me make the day so magical. Photography credit to our amazing photographer Martin Ward. 📸

Wedding Details:

Piper- Jimmy Banks
Ceremony Location – The Long Gallery @ Balbirnie House
Chairs – Balbirnie’s Limewash Chiavari Chairs decorated with pink sashes supplied by Style A Chair 
Drinks reception drink - Bellini
Photographer- Martin Ward
Cake – Fantastic wedding cake supplied by Cherry on Top
Evening Entertainment – “ NOTHERN STAR “
Bridal Make-up- and Bridal Hair- Pouts and Pinups
Favours – Personalised Shortbread
Flowers- mixed cream roses and cream blooms, blush pink avalanche roses, florets of blue hydrangea, white bouvardia & gypsophilia filler
Florist- Green Room florists
Sweetie Buffet- Supplied by Bride and Groom
Post Box- Balbirnie’s vintage post box

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The Loveliest Surprise

I am currently writing this post with the biggest smile on my face because, as of yesterday, I am engaged! It still hasn’t completely sunk in yet, but I have been on a high all weekend and I could not be happier. It started off just like any other rainy/miserable Saturday. It was half snowing, half raining, yet Scott insisted on trekking up East Lomond  (a hill in Fife, Scotland). I did think this was incredibly bizarre considering the murky weather but, he kept going on about wanting to be healthy and get fit so I went along with it, none the wiser.

Disaster did strike half way up the road leading to the visitor car park. Snow on the road meant my little 1.2 Corsa wasn’t having it and refused to drive, getting stuck on a windy dirt track road. I started to panic (anyone who knows me, knows driving is not my forte!) and had to get Scott to reverse back down the hill for me. I was still none the wiser when Scott suggested we walk round a local loch instead. So off I drove, still slightly confused at this sudden desire to go out walking despite our earlier hiccup!

By the time we got to the loch the rain had subsided so it was just the cold we had to contend with as we made our way round the foggy loch. On the way back to the car Scott asked if I could take his photo. This did confuse the hell out of me because there was nothing to really take a photo of as it was so dark and misty. Puzzled, I pulled my phone out and clicked the camera icon but as I looked up I noticed he had his back to me. ‘What?! You want me to take a photo of your back?’ I exclaimed. I was utterly confused. It was at this point he turned around and produced the most beautiful ring.

I honestly don’t think I’ve ever been so shocked. I’m sure I looked ridiculous as I’m pretty sure my jaw was on the floor. He even got down on one knee. And so, I’ve been in a complete state of bliss ever since…who knew he could be so romantic?

Apologies in advance for the wedding/house posts that will no doubt dominate the blog over the next little while as I start to plan. Hopefully you will enjoy reading these. Of course I will still post about beauty, travel, lifestyle etc.

Weekend Downtime

Life can be pretty hectic sometimes, so scheduling in a little downtime is extremely important! For me, the weekend is the only opportunity I have to do this as I work 8 am-5 pm Monday to Friday and also try to fit gym classes in on my weekday nights too (I know I'm crazy, right?). Regardless of when you do it, just finding an hour or two to Netflix and chill at home is important.

Here are my top ways to relax...

 Long Lies

I love lying in on my weekends as I usually start work 8am through the week. I just love the feeling of not setting any alarms and waking up when I’m ready.

Long Baths

I’m currently obsessed with Lush bath bombs. My absolute favorite is The Experimenter bath bomb! I just love the way it smells and how soft my skin feels after a bath. 

A Good Book

Nothing beats cuddling up with a good book! I have been reading a lot lately and I just finished reading ‘The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair’ by Joel Dicker. I read this book over two weekends and just couldn’t put it down! 

Netflix

There are so many brilliant films on Netflix and the weekend is the perfect time for a good old browse. Some of my recent favorites include Making a Murderer and Jessica Jones.

You Tube

My lazy Sunday afternoons are nearly always spent catching up with my favorite you tubes including the Michelaks, Beauty Crush and Zoella. For me, it’s the perfect way to relax before another hectic week at work. 

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