You can tell a lot about people by the company they keep. Stephen has spent years living and travelling all over, picking up traces of different accents and, more importantly, close friends in every corner of the world. It’s easy to see why - he’s warm, sharp, and irreverently funny. I think Jenny used the word “cheeky,” and we’d say that’s pretty spot on (in the best possible way).
Castle Leslie is absolutely breathtaking, inside, outside, every corner of it. Jenny’s plan was to have as much of the day outdoors as possible, soaking in the surroundings. While the weather didn’t quite cooperate for the ceremony itself, it was brilliant to see so many guests from all over the world enjoying the gardens during the drinks reception. There's nothing quite like the grand surroundings of it all.
Like many couples lately, Jenny and Stephen opted for a first look before the ceremony. It meant most of the main portraits were already done early in the day. We then grabbed some more photos while their guests were being seated for dinner. This meant that they were able to enjoy their full drinks reception without having to nip off for photos.
One of the standout moments of the day came during the drinks reception when Jenny’s sister, Annabel, sat down at the grand piano in the castle. You never quite know what you’re in for when someone takes to that piano. Usually it's alcohol rather than talent that compels them. But Annabel was something else. Her performance was genuinely incredible, and the entire room fell silent just to take it in. Proper goosebumps stuff.
Massive shoutout to our friend Rory McKeever on video duties. A total legend, as always, and just one more reason the whole day ran like a dream.
