Roll Into Matrimony with SMC Coach Hire: A Rock n Roll Bride’s Guide to Nailing Your Wedding Transport

Kat

March 19, 2024

Ah, weddings! A time of love, laughter, and the painstaking task of herding cats... or in this case, your beloved guests. With the myriad of details you're already juggling for your big day, transportation might seem like the last frontier of fun. But hold onto your veils and bow ties, because SMC Coach Hire is here to rock your wedding logistics with flair, flexibility and a touch of luxe!

Colourful, Tropical Tiki Bar Wedding with a Focus on Fun

Kat

Photography by Vicki

March 18, 2024

Ana and Chris met on OK Cupid, bonding quickly over their mutual love of travel. Ana was actually Chris' first online date and six years later they were married! They wanted their day to be non-traditional, full of colour and to have lots of nods to recent travels (Ana's dress had custom embroidered patches on it of things directly inspired by some locations they've visited together – Easter Island, Singapore, Mexico… and of course, London, where they now live).

Whimsical Fantasy Meets Videogame Wedding

Kat

Let’s Frolic Together

March 15, 2024

A modest budget of $12,000, didn't stop Molly and Bryan from having the fantasy-inspired wedding of their dreams! This pair pledged their love with a day that celebrated their shared passions for videogames, art and fantasy, all while proving that a magical wedding doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag.

Married in a New York Minute

Kat

Sascha Reinking

March 14, 2024

Kristy and Adam, from South Derbyshire, decided to get married in their favourite place, New York City. They invited 21 of their friends and family members and had their best friend officiating the ceremony (he got ordained by the Universal Life Church especially for the occasion!) in Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Ethereal, Astrological & Celestial Wedding

Kat

Blue Arrow

March 13, 2024

Both working in space-related jobs and lovers of astrology and astronomy, a celestial wedding made a lot of sense for Marissa and Brittany. Married in Tucson, Arizona, their venue, with its lush greenery around the courtyard where they said their vows and hosted their reception, served as the ideal backdrop. Getting married outside also meant they were dancing under the real stars as night fell.

A DIY Dream in Their Own Backyard

Kat

Lonely Hunter Weddings

March 8, 2024

Stephanie and Ryan were married at the bride's parent's home. They wanted a budget-friendly DIY day which was themed around their favourite colours. "I had always wanted a beautiful deep navy/ blue as my wedding colour theme", the bride told us. "This happened to suit Ryan too with his red hair and blue eyes. As we started looking for bridesmaid dresses we found these beautiful marigold coloured ones and fell in love. The colour scheme then shifted to include marigolds and yellow/orange tones as well as all the blue."

Retro Horror Movie Themed Wedding at a Cinema

Kat

Eddy Fisher

March 7, 2024

Inspired by their mutual adoration for retro horror movies, Lydia and Tristen had a themed wedding held at Kino-Teatr, a local arts cinema in Hastings. They were married on the stage in front of the big screen and they had so many horror themed references throughout the day.

Plan Your Wedding without the Pre-Wedding Nightmares

Kat

March 6, 2024

Imagine this: You're all set to say "I do" in your incredible outdoor festival wedding that you’ve poured your heart, soul and all your DIY efforts in to. Everything looks amazing; your playlist has been perfectly curated to be a mix of your favourite dad rock anthems and emo bangers, ready to be brought to life by a band made up of members of your friends and family…

Colourful Boho Wedding With a Touch of Disco

Kat

Heimat Verhalen

March 5, 2024

Married in a woodland setting in Wetteren, Belgium, Ellen and Matthias' day reflected their love for nature and their creative spirits.

Reverie: An Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine All About Tactility and Texture in Bridal Fashion

Kat

Kirsty Mackenzie

March 4, 2024

Step into the future of bridal fashion as we unveil a sensory revolution in wedding dresses! For 2024/25, bridal designers are truly pushing the boundaries and using a range of innovative fabrics to transform gowns into masterpieces that not only captivate the eyes but tantalise all your senses.

Whimsical, Pastel & Cottagecore Wedding on the Beach

Kat

Pink Wave

March 1, 2024

Lucy and Alex are high school sweethearts from Yorkshire, who decided to marry on the beach in Cornwall. Inspired by their love of pastel shades and eco-conscious choices, their day had a picturesque setting, DIY details and reflected their values. They served mostly vegan food and every choice they could make to be more sustainable, they did!

Woodland Fairytale Meets Weekend Camping at a Festival Wedding

Kat

Lisa Webb

February 29, 2024

Jim and Georgie's wedding was the epitome of an outdoor enthusiast's dream, blending their love for rock climbing, van living and the great outdoors into a unique celebration of love. Their June wedding, set in Wrekin forest, was not just a ceremony but a weekend-long festival experience!

A Labyrinth Inspired Wedding with the Guests in Costume

Kat

Brian Robinson

February 28, 2024

Amy and Sam's wedding day was themed around their love of the film Labyrinth. They had a beautiful handfasting ceremony under an old tree and the guests embraced the theme and dressed to match! The evening even ended with the couple performing with their own band.

Rock n Roll Bride Magazine: A Micro Wedding & Elopement Special is Now Available for Pre-Order!

Kat

February 26, 2024

The average number of guests at a UK wedding is 89* which, although lower than it used to be (pre-COVID it was closer to 100), is still a lot of people to feed and consider the opinions of! Speaking to thousands of couples over the years, they tell us that guest-related concerns at the wedding is the number one headache-inducing issue during the planning process.

Intimate Tropical Neon Jungle Wedding

Kat

Epps

February 23, 2024

Victoria and David chose Kitchen Garden Cafe in the heart of Kings Heath, Birmingham as the venue for their in intimate, colourful wedding. Inspired by tropical colours and florals, they worked closely with an up-and-coming local florist to create the most fun and colourful day. The addition of a neon signs and touches of leopard print made it feel totally custom and 'them'.

Colourful & Modern Industrial Loft Wedding

Kat

Tyler Gets Weird

February 22, 2024

Maria and Chris' wedding was non-traditional, colourful and full of fun! Maria wore a short dress with a long veil and sparkly boots and their industrial loft venue was decorated with flowers in vibrant colours, neon signs and disco balls.

Surprise Wedding with Minimal Stress

Kat

C&B

February 21, 2024

Having been together for eight years, Haylee and Mac decided to throw out all the expectations of what people think a wedding should be. As none of their families had met, on April 22nd 2023, both families and their closest friends were invited to what thought would be an engagement party and a meeting of the families. To their surprise, it was actually their wedding day! Smiles and happy tears all round!

Southern California Casual Wedding with a Golden Hour Colour Palette & Accessibility in Mind

Kat

Chris Wojdak

February 20, 2024

Jeff and Karla's wedding in Los Angeles was the epitome of Southern Californian casual charm. Their golden-hour palette combined the beauty of a late-summer sunset with the backdrop of the Verdugo mountains. They also included some accessibility features, such as a sign language interpreter during the ceremony, to ensure all their guests were able to enjoy the day. They had lawn games and plenty of room for the kids to run about and play.

Boho Maximalist Vulture Culture Wedding

Kat

Tori Sokalski

February 19, 2024

Jasmine and Asher's wedding, described by the couple as "a boho-maximalist-vulture-culture wedding since it just hits all of the buzz words" was a combination of their love of natural artifacts with a fantasy feel since they're both self confessed nerds, The pair, who met in college in biology lab, were married at Fonthill Castle in Pennsylvania, the day before Halloween.

An Old Florida Inspired Grungy Elopement

Kat

Chupich

February 16, 2024

With a budget of just $500, but a ton of ideas, photographer Florence Chupich and florist Revel teamed up to create this elopement photo shoot. It was inspired by the 'old' part of Florida, away from the tourist traps and theme parks.