SW Bride - Erin & Jamie

SAMANTHA WILLS

ERIN

& jamie travelling hearts

ERIN & JAMIE TRAVELLING HEARTS

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Jamie had it right from the very start in Erin’s eyes. A shared love of travel and 6 years of round the world adventures culminated in a proposal under the Eiffel Tower in a very romantic light-washed Paris. As Jamie dropped to one knee, the tower sparkled above them, perfectly timed with Erin’s resounding yes!

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A destination wedding was agreed upon and the pair set off to their muchloved Koh Samui in Thailand with a close-knit group of family and friends. W Resort proved to be the perfect location and venue, encompassing all the things they loved about Thailand, brimming with light and draped right along the waters edge.

Erin and Jamie wanted their wedding to soak up as much of the tropical atmosphere that surrounded them as possible, so guests were informed to pack light and dress according to the humidity, resulting in a beautiful array of vivid colours and a very relaxed ceremony.

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Casual, flowing and elegant was the theme for the day, keeping the hot climate very much in mind. Erin’s dress was a beautiful low back and floating style by Megan Zeims of Grace Loves Lace, gorgeous enough to stand on its own with just the minimal touches of accessories – the SAMANTHA WILLS Olivia’s Amour Earrings and a crystal bracelet added subtle glamour. Hair was pulled into a side braid and makeup was kept natural with an emphasis on sunkissed bronzed skin.

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The wedding was ultimately inspired by the location.

Tropical elements crept in throughout the day, the most noted being a cheeky monkey strolling up the isle as the ring bearer – very much a surprise for the guests!

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Inspiration was also gathered from exotic weddings featured on The Lane, as well as Pinterest and vintage themed Etsy.

The styling theme was ‘Married by the Sea’, stemming from a little ceramic ring bowl that Erin bought from Etsy. The inscription “You and Me, Married by the Sea” was used and expanded throughout the order of service, suitably in view of the vast blue ocean.

Wedding favours were specially picked SAMANTHA WILLS jewellery for the ladies, a favourite of Erin’s, tied with twine and brought over for the occasion. Men were gifted with a carved elephant bought during the couple’s travels, with name cards hanging off the tusks.

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Make up for the day had an emphasis on island skin, so bronzers and highlighters were used sparingly to add a sun kissed glow.

The SAMANTHA WILLS Olivia’s Amour Earrings set off the softness of the dress and showed Erin’s skill at minimal accessorising for a stronger, stunning effect.

Make up for the day had an emphasis on island skin, so bronzers and highlighters were used sparingly to add a sun kissed glow. Featured here is a stunning Temperley London Gown.

The flower choice for the day was traditional and classic staying true to the her personal styling and nature.

Erin in true beach styling wore a beautiful embellished leather sandle and added a hint of extra shine to her beautiful gown.

WITH THANKS PHOTOGRAPHY LISA MICHELE BURNS - lisamicheleburns.com VENUE W RETREAT, KOH SAMUI -starwoodhotels.com BRIDE’S DRESS GRACE LOVES LACE – graceloveslace.com.au

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