Laura Martin

Real Bride Laura – A stunning wedding at Alberts in Standish!
29/06/2024
My proposal story

It was in Venice which is my favourite city. We’d found a quiet spot that overlooked the city to watch the sunset the first time we visited. He proposed in the exact same spot two years later!

Wedding style

We got married at Alberts in Standish. Our theme was neutrals and we wanted something relaxed, simple and beautiful! Our Border Terrier Pablo was our ring bearer.

Shopping experience

I absolutely loved shopping for wedding dresses. We made it into a ‘girls day’ each time! On the day I got my wedding dress I threw a blue themed brunch and asked my sisters and auntie to be my something blue.

How did you choose 'The One'?

I was torn between two styles that I loved. When I found the ‘one’ it was a complete mix of the two and as I walked out of the dressing room, Ed Sheeran – Perfect started playing on the radio which is our wedding song. Our stylist even called it the Ed Sheeran dress by the end of our appointment!

Tell us about your experience at Emma Louise Bridal

I had a lovely experience at Emma Louise Bridal! We had a glass of champagne while I tried the dresses on and the stylist let me FaceTime my best friend (and Maid of Honour) who was living in Dubai. I got a lovely polaroid when I said ‘Yes to the Dress’ which is proudly displayed in my office.

What are your favourite memories from your wedding day?

I loved every moment. My favourite memory has to be my husband, who was very confused why I got him a handkerchief and was adamant he wouldn’t cry when he read out his personal vows!

It was also such a lovely feeling having everyone we loved in the same room all day and night. I changed into a short dress in the evening and had a party entrance which completely changed the vibe and everyone danced the night away!

If you have a honeymoon planned - where are you going?

We had our honeymoon straight after the wedding and went to the South of France and Italy. It was absolutely amazing and kept us in our wedding bubble! We booked a second honeymoon for a couple of months later to snap us out of the post-wedding blues.

Do you have any advise for other couples planning their wedding?

Don’t rush it! Take your time with planning and enjoy every minute. Plan lots of little get-to-togethers in the run up to the wedding like bridesmaid brunches and date nights. On the big day take a big look around and try to soak it in as it will absolutely fly by! And finally, the little details you’re worrying about won’t matter. You will be too busy having the best day of your life.

Venue

Alberts - Standish

Photographer

Lynda Michelle Photography

Entertainment

Rebecca Young - Violinist, Jack Woodward - Live Singer, Ice Entertainment - DJ

Florist

The Blossom Room

Hair stylist

Hair Avenue

Make up

Hollie Fitzmartin, Emily Bolton

Suits

Moss

Venue dresser/stationary

The Blossom Room