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Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

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Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

This amazing group of wedding professionals in Canada were inspired by the literature of the greatest poets like Shakespeare, Poe, and Dickenson and created an editorial that emulates the movement in their words and the profound and undying love they wrote about.

Keep scrolling to see more photos by Kurtz OrpiaNarelle Janine Events planned every detail of this wedding inspiration and Lena Floral Design created all of these incredible florals you’ll see throughout. SDE Weddings  was there to film as this inspiration came to life at Elora Mill. All the images are in the full gallery, so be sure to click through and read on to hear more from Narelle Janine Events.

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest PoetsOld World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired
by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

When designing this editorial it was imperative that we incorporate their words through our design process. We designed with a warm color palette that we drew from the first edition of their books, rich browns, neutral tones, with warm honey and gold. 

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Pink Peony Press create a classically romantic wedding suite in the softest hues with a dramatic black envelope.

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

The stunning model posing as the bride wore a Catherine Langlois gown, accessories by The Loved One jewelry by Alexis Gallery, and was styled by on-site makeup & hair team Lavish Flair.

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

We also wanted to incorporate a lot of natural and raw elements to the shoot, such as pears and blueberries as well as mini pies for each guest. 

Bar Chef provided the incredibly photogenic spread  and Vanilla Bean Cakery created an extra tall two tiered blush pink wedding cake with a fondant sash and floral accents.

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

We wanted to create an intimate dinner experience for the guests, housing this editorial in a dreamy and luxurious venue with rentals by Simply Beautiful Decor – with cobblestone, vintage wash mirrors and luxurious chandeliers to create a warm, romantic and ethereal atmosphere. 

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

“Why, darling, I don’t live at all when I’m not with you.”
– Ernest Hemingway 

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

This whirlwind of the past few months has been trying and emotional for us all. It is taught us to love ourselves and one another and overall that life is precious. 

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest PoetsOld World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

If you want an intimate dinner in your backyard, do it! If you want to elope with just you and your love, do it! If this year has taught us anything it is that love is to be celebrated no matter the size of your guest list and that anything is possible. 

Old World Romance Inspired by the Literature of the Greatest Poets

Accessories & Lingerie: The Loved One
Cakes & Catering: Bar Chef
Cakes & Catering: Vanilla Bean Cakery
Event Planning & Design: Narelle Janine Events
Flowers: Lena Floral Design
Hair, Makeup & Beauty: Lavish Flair
Jewelry: Alexis Gallery
Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Pink Peony Press
Photographers: Kurtz Orpia
Rentals: Simply Beautiful Decor
Venues: Elora Mill
Wedding Dresses: Catherine Langlois
Wedding Films: SDE Weddings

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