What if Ariel, surely one of the most beloved fairytale princesses of all time, were to get married today? Better yet, what if the Little Mermaid hosted an intimate wedding in the English countryside? Today’s editorial is literally dripping with whimsical creativity, and honoring all that we love in this age-old fairytale.
While conceptualizing the vision for this photography workshop, the team at The Stars Inside had this to say: We were inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s story of The Little Mermaid – a gentle narrative thread that lead us through all the styling decisions. In summary, we loved imagining what this fairytale character would be like as a bride, falling in love with the world above the sea.
The photos from Rebecca Carpenter truly tell an incredible story of the Little Mermaid brides – each with their own personalities and magical energies. Let’s head to Walcot Hall in Shropshire, United Kingdom, where the classic fairytale is about to have a few more chapters added:
Look At This Stuff, Isn’t It Neat?
Gorgeous script and organic edge paper make this invitation suite all kinds of elegant. Additionally, the pops of teal remind us of some colors in Atlantica.
Fun floral prints for this stylist groom! Suiting from ASOS.
Both mermaid models are wow-ing in wedding dresses from Victoria Lou Bridal. Each gown is stunningly romantic + flowy like the sea.
The Little Mermaid Modern Bride
Pheasant Botanica rolls through this mermaid-inspired editorial in a huge, creative wave!! We are blown away by the movement in this bridal bouquet. Not to mention, all the wildly creative arrangements to come…
Whimsical Wedding Design Inspiration
The color palette for this editorial explores shades of sunset alongside striking accents in teal, paying homage to some of the most notable features of the English countryside venue. These tablescape + creative designs are proof that it’s possible to create a look that feels contemporary and artful. It’s playful and fun, refined and a little bit wild!
Gorgeous paper goods and calligraphy from Mathilda Lundin Calligraphy look like they’re torn right out of the Hans Christian Andersen book.
These cakes give great shape! Feel free to scroll along. In the meantime, we’ll be drooling over this artful trio.
Fountain Wedding Ceremony Overflowing With Florals
See, told you Pheasant Botanica wasn’t done. This outdoor wedding ceremony is overflowing with whimsical florals set in an old English fountain. We’d be willing to give up our voice just to stand at this altar for an hour or two.
Another amazing bridal bouquet with cascading red colors (hello, Ariel’s hair) and pops of teal.
How ridiculous is this wedding dress?! Falling in love with this fairytale all over again.
To illustrate life under the sea, The Sweetest Thing Cakery created an astonishing barnacle covered confection!
Kiss The Girl
That shell crown, though. Beautifully crafted, Discordia Designs!
When you’re planning an intimate or micro wedding, it’s much easier to incorporate an overarching theme. The Little Mermaid inspiration here is just a guiding light; however, the creative team behind this editorial clearly twists in their own wonderful modern ideas. As a matter of fact, we love a wedding theme 🙂
Considering the stunning results of this fairytale-inspired editorial, we’re on edge waiting to see what you’ll come up with for your big day!
Rix Weddings put together an awe-inspiring reel of the editorial, so that we can all continue to imagine Ariel’s wedding above the sea!
photography: Rebecca Carpenter // venue name: Walcot Hall, Lydbury North, Shropshire, UK // event design: The Stars Inside // planning: The Stars Inside // florals: Pheasant Botanica // wedding dress boutique: Victoria Lou Bridal // hairpiece: Rachel Chaprunne // bride’s ring: Erin Cox at Molten Wedding Ring Co // hair stylist: Storme Make-up & Hair // makeup artist: Storme Make-up & Hair // groom attire: ASOS // groom’s ring: Erin Cox at Molten Wedding Ring Co // videography: Rix Weddings // paper goods: Mathilda Lundin Calligraphy // calligraphy: Mathilda Lundin Calligraphy // cake: The Sweetest Thing Cakery // desserts: The Sweetest Thing Cakery // linen rentals: Gaia Bespoke Linen // models: Shalini & Carl and Kathryn // workshop: Photography Farm // workshop leaders: Lisa Devlin and Rebecca Carpenter // table runner, napkins + silk ribbons: PomPom Blossom // veils: Sash & Veil // earrings + necklaces: Marte Frisnes // hat: Chapeau // shell crown: Discordia Designs