Maddy & Ben
Maddy & Ben’s Romantic Wedding That Felt Like Home
Hidden amongst towering trees and soft forest greenery, their day felt heartfelt, cinematic, and impossibly beautiful. Guests gathered beneath the trees as sunlight filtered softly through the leaves, creating the dreamiest natural glow for an intimate ceremony that felt warm, wholesome, and deeply personal. Their golden retriever happily wandered through the ceremony stealing hearts, causing laughter, and unofficially becoming the special guest of the afternoon. It was the kind of wedding where every detail felt effortless and meaningful, from the romantic forest canopy to the sound of live piano filling the air while guests danced the night away under twinkling lights. There was no sense of trying too hard: just love. warmth, elegance and that rare feeling of being completely at home.
Adding to the magic of the day, Maddy later shared with us, “Just wanted to take this chance to say how much I loved my experience with your team, I felt like every dress I tried on I could have taken home with me. The girls were so lovely!” And honestly, seeing her on her wedding day, glowing with confidence and joy, it felt like the perfect match from the very beginning.
For her wedding look, Maddy chose the unforgettable Constance Bodice, a modern bridal masterpiece that perfectly balanced timeless sophistication with contemporary drama. This strapless, long-lined super corset is designed to sculpt, shape, and elongate the body in the most elegant way imaginable. Featuring a softly curved peplum-inspired hemline, the Constance bodice draws attention to the waist and collarbones while creating a beautifully elongated silhouette. The stretch side panels ensured Maddy remained comfortable while still achieving that signature snatched fit from ceremony to dance floor. Delicate hand embroidered detailing added texture and romance without overpowering the clean structure of the design, while the open back brought an effortlessly modern edge. Inspired by the great couturiers of the past while staying true to KWH’s bridal roots, the Constance bodice embodies modern luxury with just the right amount of drama.
Paired with the bodice was the breathtaking Maude Skirt, a timeless bridal staple where understated elegance meets regal grandeur. The almost seamless full-circle silhouette created the most incredible movement as Maddy walked through the forest and twirled beneath the reception lights later that evening. The built-in moldable crinoline layer gave the skirt its soft volume and shape while still feeling effortless and refined, proving that simplicity can often make the biggest statement. Styled with extra volume for that dramatic editorial effect, the Maude skirt brought a sense of classic romance to the entire look while still feeling modern and fresh. It was regal without being overwhelming, timeless without feeling traditional, the kind of bridal piece that never dates.
Instead of a traditional veil, Maddy chose the ethereal Soufflé Long Scarf, adding a soft fashion-forward element to her bridal look. Draped delicately around her shoulders and gracefully flowing behind her in the forest breeze, the scarf brought an understated old-Hollywood glamour to the ensemble. It felt romantic, cool, and editorial: the perfect finishing touch for a bride who wanted something timeless with a modern twist.
Together, the Constance & Maude gown created the ultimate bridal combination: sculptural yet soft, dramatic yet wearable, classic yet fashion-forward. The structured corsetry of the bodice balanced beautifully against the fullness of the skirt, creating a silhouette that felt both powerful and romantic all at once. It was the perfect reflection of the wedding itself: elegant without pretension, luxurious without losing its warmth. Every movement, every photograph, every dance floor spin felt cinematic in this look.
What made Maddy and Ben’s wedding so unforgettable was the way it felt so entirely them. There was beauty in every detail, but more importantly, there was heart. From their golden retriever charming guests during the ceremony to the sound of piano echoing through the trees while everyone danced the night away.
Congratulations to Maddy and Ben, we wish you a life full of piano-filled evenings, forest escapes, and muddy paws running through the trees beside you…
Venue | @gabbinbar
Photography & Videography | @focusfirststudios
Makeup | @emmamaguire.mua
Hair | @hairby_shaycave
Celebrant | @marriedbyange
Cake | @cakehouse.by.katrinaallan
Dog Minder | @thecollaredclub
Violinist | @jonnoginnviolin
Florals | @_newromanticflorals_
Suits | @institchu