AMidsummer Night’s Dream

Ten years after their Vegas elopement Stef and Tim Erbe decided to tie the knot at Logie Country House - the very place where they built their life together. Their breathtaking, floral-filled renewal was inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream and we can’t wait to share their love story with you…

Twelve years ago, as Stef (a teacher in Canada) ventured to Scotland, Tim was in the process of restoring Logie House, which had burned down in 1974. He was the eighth person to buy it as a ruin in the hope of bringing it back to life.

He hired Stef to help around the estate and care for his children, headed to the airport to meet her for the first time and was instantly smitten with her! Six months later, it was time for her to head home, but she asked if she could stay a little longer. Tim replied that she was welcome to stay forever… So, she did.

Fast forward and Tim proposed at Dunrobin Castle shortly after Valentine’s Day in 2013.

Within two weeks they’d booked flights to Vegas to elope, slow dance to Elvis and ride in a pink Cadillac! They had a small blessing back in Scotland with friends and family, but the story wouldn’t end there – ten years later, it was time to renew those vows within the beautiful walls of Logie Country House. Stef tells all…

“We chose Logie House because it is ours and it’s full of such fond memories – it’s where our love blossomed. A Midsummer Night's Dream was the theme, and we gave Trina’s Art and Flowers carte blanche to do whatever she liked. She did the most incredible job. I have never seen Logie look so stunning!

As it was a renewal, I didn’t want anything too bridal but I still wanted it to look amazing and fit with the theme. I found ‘The One’ on Etsy and and knew I’d made the right decision when I tried it on. Tim wore a kilt for our Vegas wedding, so wanted something a bit different. I wanted him to wear tweed but he finds it too itchy so corduroy it was! In the end, it was the perfect choice.

Much like the blessing, the children were our wedding party. Amy was once again chief bridesmaid and Alex reprised the role of best man. Same jobs this time, just a few feet taller! Alex also walked me down the aisle, which was so lovely as the children were what brought us together.

The night before we stayed at Logie and had a relaxing evening as a family before the hustle and bustle of the big day. The wedding morning was fun but chilled with lots of friends and family. It was very informal, which was exactly how we wanted it to be.

The ceremony, a renewal of our vows, was conducted by Neil Mellis, and we had drinks for everyone. We did handfasting as it’s a tradition we’re quite fond of, and we had a reading that detailed how we met and how our love for each other has grown over the years. It was beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for anything better.

After the ceremony we headed up to the house for canapes and some rather deadly cocktails! One of the members of The Big Papas played music for us and everyone mingled while we had photos taken. Then it was time to gather everyone together again for the evening meal, which was divine. We had charcuterie boards to start, a gorgeous prime rib for the carvery then a choice of cupcakes or more cheese for dessert. We elected one person from each table to be the carver, treating them to embarrassing aprons and chef’s hats – but the entertainment didn’t end there!

Once everyone had finished eating and the speeches were over it was time to party! The Singers Secreto delighted our guests with the surprise arrival of a ‘police officer’ who came searching for Tim before bursting into song. Then we took to the dancefloor for our first dance where we swayed along to I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You as a tribute to our wedding day. After that The Big Papas picked up the beat and had the entire dance floor jam-packed until well past 1am.

Overall, it was simply amazing. The highlight for us both had to be finally getting our dream wedding surrounded by all the people we love most in the world. Our advice to anyone planning their wedding would be to plan the day you want… Then do it all over again in 10 years!

Little White Book

Alterations: Joanne’s Alterations and made to measure

Band: The Big Papas

Beauty: The Brown Cow Tanning Co.

Bridal outfit(s): Etsy - Rara Avis

Bridesmaids’/men outfit(s): JjsHouse Kilts Wi Hae

Décor: Trina’s Art and Flowers

Favours: Packs a’ Punch

Flowers: Trina’s Art and Flowers

Food/drink suppliers: Hudsons Catering

Groom outfit(s): Hockerty (online shop)

Hair: Lauren Johnston

Make-up: StephM.Artistry

Officiant: Neil Mellis

Photographer: Michael Carver Photography

Pianist: Aberdeen Wedding Pianist (Dennis Douglas)

Piper: Norman Fiddes

Singers: Secreto

Venue: Logie Country House

Videographer: 4D Media (Alistair Stewart)