Gail Gardner Blog

Is it just me or are we all hoping for a little more sunshine before we accept Autumn is well on its way?  I am still holding out, I have yet to wear a pair of jeans or warm tights as I am holding out for more sun!!  Saying that, I cannot deny that I am welcoming the lovely smell of damp evenings with a hint of autumn in the air.  I love Autumn and I love Autumn Weddings!  Many brides incorporate gold into their theme, have pumpkins replacing centre pieces etc.  My bride is getting married at Leez tomorrow and it looks like its going to be a typical autumnal day, dry with bright sunshine.  I love Leez Priory in the Autumn.  The Fishermans cottage is nestled away surrounded by golden trees, this is where the bride stays the night before her wedding.  On the wedding day, Leez Priory looks stunning, breath taking with its rustic brick appearance opposite the beautiful lake surrounded by colourful trees.   Keep an eye on my twitter page to see my bride tomorrow.

Gail x

This summer has been one of my most busiest ever!  I have been lucky enough to work at some of the finest wedding venues around.  I have been working at Blake Hall in Ongar quite a bit and I absolutely love it.  It has to be one of the most perfect places to get a bride ready.  There is a place called the Coach House where the bride can stay the night before the wedding with all her family and friends.  There is the most fantastic set up.  There is a dressing table with four plug sockets (a hairstylists dream) with a lovely large mirror surrounded by lights.  There is a sink in the same room and also a sofa for all the girls to sit and watch while all the hair and makeup is carried out.  Such a lovely bright room with so much atmosphere.  Wonderful!  Brides, check it out.

Here are some of the photos I took on Saturday of my bride and bridesmaids there.