The Hidden Hive - Emma & Martin’s fun tipi wedding day

Emma & Martin are amazing! Hands down… AMAZING! Their wedding day at The Hidden Hive was so fun and personal, it was an amazing day to capture! I am still buzzing after their wedding day, this means it was a special day! So let me tell you more about this amazing wedding!

Hey you! got the time?

Emma and Martin both got ready at The Mercure in Rosliston. This hotel is only 15 minutes away from The Hidden Hive! perfect for you and your guests. A little added bonus, it has a 24 hour bar for those wanting to carry on celebrating. Emma surprised Martin with a beautiful engraved watch! How bloody thoughtful is that?!? Little things like this are so special, love me a keepsake!

Surround yourself with those who make you belly laugh like this!

Emma had the most supportive bride squad with her on the morning of her wedding day. They kept her relaxed, kept her smiling and excited for her bid day at The Hidden Hive. One of her bridesmaids wrote her a little speech that she read out. I’d like to say a tear didn’t come to my eye, but with me being an old soppy bugger, it totally happened! And how cute are these pyjamas?!?

Emma showing how to arrive in style at her wedding at The Hidden Hive

Keeping with the awesome, festival/ tipi wedding vibes of Emma and Martin’s wedding at The Hidden Hive, Emma booked an awesome camper van. His and Her Wedding Car’s did an amazing job transporting the bridal party and the bride to the wedding. Camper vans make such great photo opportunities on your wedding day.

It must be love, love love

Emma and Martin did the legal wedding earlier in the week. This meant they could have a special blessing ceremony at The hidden Hive. They had they’re ceremony on one of the lakes at The hidden Hive and it was the perfect setting. Emma’s aunt officiated the ceremony which was beautiful and so meaningful to Emma & Martin. Half way through, everyone sang along to Madness - It must be love! Not gonna lie, my awful singing voice came out! This was such a great idea and it made for amazing photos!

Not allowed confetti at your wedding venue? don’t worry, I have the best ideas!

You all know I love confetti photos (dance why this photo is in this blog twice haha). I love colours, the happiness, the drama confetti creates! Emma & Martin said they couldn’t have confetti at The Hidden Hive, I was devastated! Then remembered a styled shoot I created and used pom pom confetti! Not only is it easy to clear away, meaning venues will let you use this! Pom pom confetti creates THE BEST photo! I mean, look at Emma and Martin here! I’m so happy The Hidden Hive let them have this because i’m in love!

When Olly Alexander makes an appearance at The Hidden Hive

Martin’s best man pulled me to one side and said he had a surprise for Emma and Martin and would like me to photograph their reaction. I love seeing little surprises for the married couple, it shows how much they mean to their loved ones. So we found a quiet little spot at The Hidden Hive and the best man brought the couple over. Through his work, he had arranged a personalised congratulations message from some of the cast from It’s A Sin, one of Emma and Martin’s favourite program. Emma was in tears! The happiness this brought to the couple was priceless! Top best man’s points here!

We all love a Smoke grenade, especially at The Hidden Hive

Smoke grenades are cool AF! I love it when my couples want a little something extra and request smoke grenades. Your wedding day is YOUR DAY! It’s a day to be extra and do thing you won’t normally do! This is why I love confetti too, it’s different, its all about the fun and pure joy! The Hidden Hive has so many spaces to use for amazing smoke grenade photos!

I bet that you look good on the dance floor

Emma and Martin’s wedding had such a connection with music, that I knew the dance floor was going to be amazing! Emma & Martin started it off with their first dance which was so sweet! Emma had the biggest smile on her face! With the fairy lights of The hidden Hive twinkling in the background, I asked guests to turn on their phone torches to bring the twinkling lights to the dance floor. This little touch looks awesome!

Dancing to electro-pop like a robot from 1984

Emma & Martin’s guests brought their dancing A game to The Hidden Hive! Emma & Martin created the perfect playlist for their guests to bust some shapes too! This is one of my fave parts of your wedding day, especially when you have tunes that remind me of hitting the dance floor! I was definitely sad to leave on Sean Paul - Get Busy, but my part was done and it was time to leave Emma and Martin to let loose on the dance floor!

Emma and Martin’s wedding was extra! From the ceremony, the pom pom confetti, the special surprises, the insane food and music… they threw the best day ever! This wedding will inspire you to f**k tradition and have your wedding your way!

Here’s a list of the amazing suppliers involved in Emma and Martin’s amazing wedding

Dress - Butterfly Bridal Boutique Madi Lane designer

Cape - The Secret Fitting Room

Shoes - Rachel Simpson

Bridesmaids dresses - Newlook

Hair & makeup - Amazing Grace

Hairpieces - Florence and flowers

Flowers - Peachy Blossom

Grooms suit - Gibson London

Groomsmen suits - Burton menswear

Campervan - His and Hers Wedding Cars

Bar - Twisted Mojito

Caterers - Black Peppermint co

Cake - Brownie Bakes