Follow Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine on Facebook

VISIT SITE

Submit your wedding to be featured in Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine

VISIT SITE

Follow Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine on YouTube

VISIT SITE

Follow Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine on Instagram

VISIT SITE

Discover how weddings have changed after the Covid-19 pandemic

The happy couple and their four-legged dog, Crumble
Credit: John Woodward Photography

This time of year is traditionally the perfect time to reflect on the past 12 months and remember everything that's happened and the lovely memories made. We've caught up with Kelly Hawes Celebrant to learn how weddings have changed after the lockdowns caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Kelly says: "From July 2021, weddings were well and truly back! Everyone felt cautious at first but looking back at the past six months, I have seen a significant change in wedding celebrations. The main difference I have felt as a celebrant was the emotion at ceremonies – it wasn't just couples emotion but their guests as well. At each wedding you could feel the relief in the room that the day had finally arrived and was going ahead. The vows felt more meaningful than ever, as did having multiple people sitting next to each other without a mask in sight.

The moment Lucinda walked down the aisle with her dad
Credit: John Woodward Photography

"If 2020 has taught us anything, it's to be ourselves and do what makes us happy – remember this when planning your wedding. If you want to know what a personal, modern and fun wedding ceremony looks like; check out these photos documenting one of my recent weddings.

"These stunning shots from John Woodward Photography show Lucinda and Sef's story brilliantly. This couple had gone through the heartbreak of changing their date four times throughout 2020 and 2021 and what was originally planned as a Christmas wedding ended up being in summer. When Lucinda entered the ceremony room, my heart almost burst and I've only known the couple for about a year; imagine the feelings of their loved ones!

Father-of-the-bride walks up the aisle with his daughter
Credit: John Woodward Photography

"Just look at the emotion in this one photo! The father-of-the-bride clutches his daughter's hand while Sef and Lucinda share that 'wow, this is really happening' look. The mother-of-the-bride is drying her eyes and Sef's Uncle, his closest relative, is beaming with absolute pride. You can see what this day means to the couple from then on as the pair couldn't stop smiling throughout the ceremony.

"A wedding ceremony doesn't have to feel stuffy, formal or boring. For me, these photos show how you should feel on your day, from the laughter to the tears. When planning your wedding, keep in mind how you want to feel on the day as well as your guests. By keeping the day totally in tune with your personalities, I can guarantee that your family and friends will love it!"

Check out the suppliers involved
Venue: www.offleyplace.com | Photographer, www.johnwoodwardphotography.co.uk | Bride's dress: www.morgandaviesbridal.co.uk | Hair, www.barberellabridal.com | Make-up, www.makeuobykaty.com | Flowers, www.heavenflowers.co.uk | Celebrant, www.kellyhcelebrant.co.uk | DJ, www.jonnyrossmusic.com

Back to previous page

You may also be interested in

Speed up bridal prep with Coco & Eve's newest release

Speed up bridal prep with Coco & Eve's newest release

Lots of brides want that perfect glow on their big day and, in the run up to your wedding there's lots to be getting on with, so anything that can be made quicker and easier is a massive plus. Coco & Eve's newest release is perfect for a busy bride-to-be. Designed to eliminate the harsh scrubbing and over-exfoliating of the skin to remove leftover tan, giving you more time to focus on those wedding prep plans that need your time and attention. This scrub removes tan in just 60 seconds and leaves the skin prepped for a fresh application.

READ ARTICLE

Don't miss the Fennes wedding show in November - hosted by County Wedding Events

Don't miss the Fennes wedding show in November - hosted by County Wedding Events

If you're newlyweds-to-be embarking on your wedding planning journey, pop along to the County Wedding Events wedding show at the Fennes in Essex for inspiration on Sunday 22nd November, 2026! Sister company to County Wedding Magazines, the event brings couples in touch with local professionals who are on hand to help plan the wedding day. From photographers to cake makers, musicians to florists you're sure to tick a lot off of your to-do list by attending one of our County Wedding Events. Whether you choose a large celebration or a small and intimate wedding, Fennes offers the perfect space for your special day. You will have a dedicated team to guarantee your day exceeds your expectations including your own Wedding and Events Manager who will support you throughout the planning stages right up to the big day to ensure all goes to plan.

READ ARTICLE

Free Wills Month: Six things engaged and married couples should know about writing a will

Free Wills Month: Six things engaged and married couples should know about writing a will

Getting married is an exciting time, with plenty to plan and look forward to. While writing a will might not be top of the wedding to-do list, it's an important step in making sure your wishes are respected and your loved ones are protected if the unexpected happens. Free Wills Month gives people aged 55 and over the opportunity to write or update a simple will for free with a participating solicitor in selected locations across the UK. But you don't need to wait until you're 55 to make a will. Getting married, buying a home or starting a family are all good opportunities to think about how you'd like to protect your loved ones.

READ ARTICLE

Don't Leave Your Old Pensions Behind: A Wedding-Day Financial Checklist

Don't Leave Your Old Pensions Behind: A Wedding-Day Financial Checklist

With National Pension Tracing Day approaching on 25th October, millions of workers across the UK could have thousands of pounds in lost pension savings from previous jobs without even knowing it. As couples prepare for their big day and build a new life together, pensions are often the last thing on the wedding planning checklist, yet they are one of the most important pieces of your shared future. According to newly published research from the Pensions Policy Institute, there are an estimated 3 million lost pension pots across the UK, holding a staggering £18.7 billion. With the average UK worker changing employers 12 times over their career, losing track of old savings has become an easy trap to fall into.

READ ARTICLE