When we first met Libby at her appointment, we instantly knew she was a true Marrime bride. She and her husband, Evan, tied the knot at the dreamy Woodhill Hall on 26th May 2025, surrounded by 70 of their nearest and dearest, creating the most joyous and love-filled celebration.
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Libby and Evan met through a friend when they were just 13 years old, and in her words, they “instantly had a little crush on each other.” They truly found their way to one another at 15 and have been together ever since! A true childhood sweetheart story—and we absolutely love it.
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Their day was beautifully documented by the very talented photographer, Kate Borrill, who captured everything to perfection. Libby had hoped for a balance of posed and candid shots, and Kate delivered exactly that, bringing a fun, calming presence throughout the day that made the couple feel completely at ease in front of the camera.
Which gown did you choose from Marrime and why?
“As soon as I got engaged, I started looking at dresses and knew I was going to go to Marrime first to try some. When I looked on the website, I instantly fell in love with all the Jane Hill designs. It was actually my mum who sent me the Ford gown, and I just fell in love.”
There’s something so magical about seeing a designer’s collection online and then actually trying them on—it makes the whole experience feel real. Jane Hill designs have that effect on so many brides; they’re effortlessly beautiful and full of personality.
What made you say yes to the dress?
“I tried on the first dress and just felt so underwhelmed (I thought I’d be in tears at the first dress I tried on, but that wasn’t the case!). The minute I put the Ford gown on, I was in bits!"
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"I absolutely love pearls because they are classy and timeless, so as soon as my dress was decided and it had the pearl detail on the top, it really helped with the vision I wanted for my wedding.”
How did your gown make you feel on the day?
“Everybody says it, but I genuinely have never felt better than I did in my wedding dress! It just complemented my figure in all the right places, and anywhere that makes me feel self-conscious on a day-to-day basis just didn’t even exist when I put the dress on. The detail on the dress was so simplistic but elegant, modern, and sexy—the pearls, the corset back, the detachable side skirt/train—it had everything.”
That’s exactly how it should be. Your dress should make you feel like the very best version of yourself, and it sounds like it did just that!
Did your bridal look evolve as you planned the rest of your wedding styling?
“My vision for my bridal look was to be elegant but timeless. I wanted a dress that people could look at 10 or 20 years from now and still see as beautiful and stylish. At the same time, I wanted to feel confident and sexy, and I really think the dress had all of that.”
Tell us about your accessories – veil, shoes, jewellery, hair, makeup.
“My veil (which was also from Marrime), shoes, and accessories were all quite simple, but each had pearl details to match my dress. The dress really helped shape the overall look I was going for and brought everything together perfectly. One of the most special moments was when my husband, without knowing anything about my dress or the pearls, surprised me on the morning of the wedding with a pearl bracelet. I wore it that day, and I’ve worn it every day since.”
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That is just the sweetest detail. Your whole look sounds so beautifully considered, with those subtle pearl touches tying everything together so effortlessly. We love that your accessories complemented the dress without overpowering it, letting you and your gown really take centre stage. And the bracelet from your husband—what a perfect, serendipitous moment!
What was your hair and makeup brief?
"Jordyn Breanne (@updodarlin) did my hair. I wanted something I’d never had before and to feel different from usual. Because the dress was strapless, I really wanted to have my hair up and mentioned to Jordyn that I wanted it quite volumised but still elegant in line with the dress. She listened to everything I asked for and gave the absolute perfect result! She even helped me into my dress in the morning.”
“Charlotte O’Connor (@charlotteomakeup) did my makeup. I’ve known Charlotte since school and she’s done my makeup many times over the years, so I knew I was in safe hands. I did get a trial of what I thought I wanted, but literally on the morning of the wedding I changed my mind last minute and she just encompassed exactly what I wanted perfectly—although I had no doubt she would. I don’t think I’d have trusted anyone else to wing it on the day!”
Did you do an outfit change for the evening?
“I didn’t change my dress for the evening. I kept my dress on the whole day as I just loved it so much. I didn’t want to change—I just removed the detachable side skirt on the dress, so it looked a little different and gave me more movement for dancing!”
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I love that you kept your dress on all day—that’s when you know you’ve truly found the one! The detachable elements were the perfect way to switch things up without ever having to change out of your gown. They gave you that dreamy, dramatic look for the ceremony and then a sleeker, lighter feel for the evening—the best of both worlds. And of course, having the freedom to really dance and enjoy yourself made it even more special.
How would you describe your overall wedding style/aesthetic in three words?
“Mood = Fun, Silly, Electric”
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“Style = Elegant, Timeless, Luxurious”
What was your wedding day vibe?
“My aesthetic really was inspired by hours of looking at pictures and videos on so many different social media platforms, then combining everything I loved to really make it my own. I wanted to achieve a luxurious, high-end design with a touch of modernity. This came through from my dress right down to my flowers, which also played a huge part in the aesthetic. We used white gypsophila and reflexed nude roses for a modern Hollywood effect with hydrangea. With those flowers in mind, I was then able to choose my bridesmaids’ dresses, which were nude/pink to match the roses. That became the colour scheme for the wedding. The rest I wanted to keep really simple, so I incorporated a lot of white in the overall design.”
So thoughtfully curated yet so effortlessly chic. Amazing that you drew inspiration from so many places and wove it all together into something that felt truly your own. The combination of luxurious, high-end details with that modern edge came through so beautifully in your choices—from the dress right down to the florals. Every little detail mattered!
Tell us about the floral design – who was your florist and what was the vision?
“My florist was The Whole Schbang—Kat truly was amazing. I actually changed my flower plan around 2–3 months before the wedding, and she just completely took the ideas I had in my head and brought them to life, really exceeding any expectations I had for the flowers. I was blown away by them.”
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“My flowers really were my favourite part of the design for the wedding other than my dress. I had a vision in my head for so long and was terrified they wouldn’t live up to it, but seeing them as the doors opened to The Olive House at Woodhill Hall, I couldn’t believe how perfect they were.”
Were there any standout décor elements or details that made your day feel really you?
“Our Wedding Coordinator, Maria, listened to every detail I described when setting things up, and it was all down to an absolute T. We had a table set up with pictures of our loved ones who are no longer with us, to celebrate the wedding. She made this look so special—it really brought everyone to tears when entering the room and surpassed my imagination.”
Favourite moment from the day?
“My most unforgettable moment of the day had to be getting my veil caught as I was walking down the aisle and having to get it untangled. This may sound like a nightmare to some, but it really just summarised our day—it was light-hearted, full of laughs, and full of silliness!”
Best piece of advice you’d give to other brides planning their wedding?
“If I could offer one piece of advice, it would be to start planning early and pace yourself. The more you can tick off in advance, the less you’ll find yourself frantically sorting things out in the final days (I speak from experience!). It’s not always easy, but staying organised makes a world of difference. Keep a diary or planner to track everything and break tasks down into manageable steps. Your future self will thank you.”
Anything you’d do differently?
“If I could change one thing, it would be letting go of the stress. I spent so much time worrying about little details that, in the end, didn’t matter at all. What truly mattered was having my husband, our family, and our closest friends all together in one room, celebrating with us. I wish I had paused more often to soak it all in—because once it’s over, you find yourself longing to relive those moments every single day. It really is the best day of your life!”
What did you love most about your Marrime experience?
“My Marrime experience in 3 words – Dreamy, Attentive, Emotional!”
“I chose Marrime firstly because of the designers they worked with—especially Jane Hill, who was exactly what I was looking for. They had such a different range that you could try what you had initially in mind but also gowns that surprised you and that you loved even more! The staff were all so lovely and made me feel at ease, from trying the dresses on through to taking my gown home a few months later.”
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