LITTLE BLACK BOOK
OUR FRIENDS
MUSIC
Tim Cullen runs Mint DJ and is a highly experienced, client focused DJ from Tunbridge Wells in Kent. Tim is a renowned international DJ and has over 12 years of experience in the business. www.mintdjs.co.uk
Toby Boyle Music specialises in live music for volume sensitive venues. They offer a very personalised consultancy where they find out exactly what you want the music to achieve and are at hand every step of the way to a happy completion, with great communication throughout the process. Their performers have the talent, experience and versatility to ensure your event goes with a swing, at a price to fit your budget. www.tobyboylemusic.co.uk
For evening bands / DJs, we have these preferred suppliers that we ask you use.
Musicians
Will Scott is an internationally award winning guitarist who has performed for events at the 02, Royal Albert Hall, V&A and many more. Will can play a wide range of music that can suit any occasion and on request, he is also able to arrange music specifically for you. www.willscottguitarist.co.uk/
Tristan Mackay is a local & two times No.1 Uk iTunes recording artist, with clients ranging from Pepsi, Virgin and Canary Wharf and offers incredible acoustic sounds for your event. www.tristanmackayevents.com
Échappée Trio are inspired by the sounds of the greats such as Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Oscar Peterson, The Échappée Trio thrive in the joyful energetic music of the early 20th century. Regular performers around the UK and abroad and with over 10 years of performing experience, the tight knit trio capture the charismatic feel good factor of swing music. www.echappeetrio.co.uk/
Ben Hills is a jazz vocalist & professional crooner based in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK. With his unique vocal style inspired by Frank Sinatra & the Rat Pack, Ben has toured as a professional musician since 2016, performing across the UK, Hong Kong and Singapore. www.benhillsmusic.co.uk
Emma Fry has been lucky enough to perform all around the world with the likes of Clean Bandit, Eminem, Ed Sheeran and John Legend to the English National Ballet, Les Misérables, Strictly Come Dancing and the X-Factor. www.emmafry.co.uk
ENTERTAINMENT
Roberto Forzoni is a professional mind reader, magician, & a member of the exclusive Inner Magic Circle. Roberto is one of the most highly rated magicians in the UK & has been awarded the most prestigious Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star for performance excellence. His discreet manner & good-natured style enhances all occasions, adding a touch of magic to corporate functions, social events & to the biggest, or smallest, of parties! www.forzonimagic.co.uk
Etienne Pradier is a highly experienced magician for a wide array of events from weddings to private parties, performances and corporate work. Etienne is highly experienced across the board. Member of the Magic Circle gold star. Seen on Fool Penn and Teller Fool Us.
www.frenchmagician.co.uk
Adam Smith specialises in performing amazing card magic. Great as an icebreaker for your guests and incredibly versatile at any function. Multi award winning magician and member of The Magic Circle' www.adams-magic.co.uk
CAKES
The Cheese Shop has between fifty and sixty wonderful farmhouse and artisian cheeses regularly in stock, including many from local Kent and Sussex cheesemakers. A cheese wedding cake will provide a perfect centerpiece for the big wedding. Their cheese wedding cakes are created individually for you, taking into account the number of guests and other special requirements you may have, for instance, 'stick to the classics', 'something more adventurous' or maybe 'just surprise us'! www.thecheeseshoptw.co.uk
The Sugar Flake provides delicious biscuits and cakes, lovingly created for every occasion.
www.thesugarflake.co.uk
Eat'n'Mess are an independent business based in Kent, creating beautiful & bespoke great tasting cakes. Each one of their wedding cakes are unique and made with thought and love. The flowers that they use on their cakes are sourced from local wild flower gardens or local independent florists. They create treats for dessert tables and favours too. All their cakes are Gluten Free and free from cross contamination. You would never know they are Gluten Free. www.eatnmesscakes.co.uk
The Cake Labs was created through a passion of art and a love of baking using the finest ingredients to make fresh fruit curds, buttercreams and flavours. There are always coos of delight when one of Hollie’s wedding cakes is in the house. www.thecakelabs.co.uk
CREATIVE STYLISTS
Kate Cullen is a talented and creative stylist using wild and natural elements as much as possible. www.katecullen.co.uk
WEDDING DRESSES
Isabella Grace is one of most beautiful bridal boutiques in an elegant Regency townhouse offering a bespoke and truly personal experience. www.isabellagracebridal.com
The Briderie is a relaxed and modern bridal studio catering to a more fashion conscious Bride. The Briderie holds contemporary and ethical bridal labels with a focus on transformative pieces and layering separates.
VIDEOGRAPHY
NDR Films is a London based wedding film studio with over a decade of experience helping couples create beautiful, unique and timeless videos of their special day. After a long career in primetime television, lead videographer, Neil, uses his vast knowledge and experience of broadcast production to create cinematic wedding films that tell emotive and unique stories. NDR Films will make sure you have the perfect wedding story to match your perfect day. www.ndrfilms.co.uk
Sparks Film creates beautiful, authentic wedding films that tell your unique story. We focus on capturing genuine moments, preserving the magic of your special day. www.sparks-film.co.uk
Echo Wedding Films love for creating films began in 2019 when we decided to combine our passion for filmmaking with our enthusiasm for love stories. And from this blossomed a breathtaking adventure of the early morning jitters, hearts filled with butterflies, and dancing the night away. It is our mission to use our years of experience in story-telling and filmmaking to help you simplify the wedding planning process, and actually make planning your dream wedding - stress free (and maybe even fun). We’ve customised our services to be tailored to each individual couple. Since no two weddings are alike, you deserve a completely unique experience. www.echoweddingfilms.com
Cut Above Productions are local award winning videographers who create cinematic timeless wedding films. Based in Groombridge on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells they have a professional, friendly and most importantly unobtrusive style of filming and an unrivalled great reputation. Capturing the key moments, detail and emotion of the day they will wow you with their films. www.cutaboveproductions.co.uk
Katie Tulip is a Kent based videographer. Her focus is on authentically capturing the day as it unfolds, with a documentary style and a focus on being discreet to capture all those real and beautiful moments and emotions. With over 7 years of experience and 200+ weddings filmed you can trust Katie to capture your big day in the best quality whilst also blending in to the background. www.katietulip.com
Wedding Cars
Deluxe Wedding Cars is a family run business established in 2013. We started off by offering our 1965 13 window deluxe VW campervan ‘Candy’ for wedding hire in Sussex, Surrey, Kent and London. ‘Candy’ was soon followed by the introduction of ‘Floss’ our 1961 Morris Minor convertible. www.deluxeweddingcars.co.uk
EVENING TRANSPORT
Tunbridge Wells Taxis offer a range of transportation services to clients across the town of Tunbridge Wells, offering taxis & a minimus service, with the size ranging from 8 seaters to 16 seaters. www.tunbridgewellstaxis.co.uk
INVITES
LettersInk - I'm passionate about all things lettering; whether that be bespoke calligraphy, illustration or prints. www.lettersink.co.uk
Things Made By Jo - Jo creates hand-lettered signage, bespoke special gifts, handmade cards and on-the-day wedding stationery. Table names and name places are created in delicate calligraphy. Wooden and chalkboard table plans and menus. An order of the day and directional signage to help your guests know exactly what's happening on the big day. Jo works in a variety of different mediums - card, wood, chalkboard, slate, oyster shells, pebbles, log slices - anything goes! Showing off your style on your big day is important and the little touches, really do just that! www.madebyjo.co.uk
Imogen Patrridge - loves capturing moments and memories through watercolour illustration and calligraphy hand lettering. I pride myself in my attention to detail and passion for creating bespoke hand crafted pieces that will be treasured for years to come. www.imogenpartridge.com
JEWELLERY
The Diamond Setter is a contemporary jewellery label specialising in contoured wedding bands, bespoke jewellery and incorporating heirloom pieces to new design. Meet the master jeweller and diamond setter during your consultation; where your vision is also theirs.
www.thediamondsetter.co.uk
furniture & prop hire
The Little Wedding Warehouse prvide furniture and prop hire. Custom and handmade pieces in Kent, UK.
www.thelittleweddingwarehouse.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Lottie Topping produces story telling photography, with a full heart and has an eye for the unscripted moments. www.lottietopping.com
The Chamberlins are alternative London photographers. For laid back, creative couples planning a modern, stylish and joyful celebration.
https://thechamberlins.co/Emma Hall is an award winning wedding photographer based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Emma's relaxed, natural style is timeless and captures all the laughter, love and every precious moment in between. She is like having an extra bridesmaid with a camera and will laugh and cry with you, hold your hand and make sure you both feel at ease - www.emmahallphotography.com
Nick Parker is based in Tunbridge Wells, and has covered weddings across the UK, Europe, & North America. His style is a mix of photojournalism and fine art portraiture, capturing the moments and emotions of the day naturally, but also creating some damn fine portraits. www.parkershots.com
Annamarie Stepney is all about capturing the honest, unposed, unscripted loveliness of it all. Those magic in-between moments that, without a good photographer, you might otherwise miss. annamariestepney.co.uk
Shelby Ellis Photography is a Kent-based wedding photographer who specialises in capturing the candid moments and natural emotion - all the laughter and happy tears of a wedding celebration. Her style favours authentic story-telling rather than staged shots, and her couples love how relaxed this makes them feel on the day. www.shelbyellis.co.uk
James Ireland is a Kent based wedding photographer focusing on taking creative photographs that capture all the moments and emotions of a wedding for couples wanting a natural and relaxed style of photography. www.jamesirelandphotography.co.uk
Lyndsey Goddard is an award winning London wedding photographer. Telling stories with an artistic eye for detail, capturing genuine emotion, and unscripted moments. www.lyndseygoddard.com
Emily Brown is an award winning and internationally published portrait photographer, specialising in outdoor photography. Emily's colourful, foliage-filled style of shooting makes her the perfect match for couples planning rustic countryside weddings. www.emilybrown.photography
Ginger Cat Studios are based in the lovely town of Tunbridge Wells in Kent. Specialising in creating beautiful films and portrait photography that will make you stand out from the rest. www.gingercatstudios.co.uk
The Kensington Photographer produces candid, documentary style wedding photography and cinematic videography designed to cover all your needs in one package.
www.thekensingtonphotographer.co.ukBenjamin Wheeler wants to stop your memories in time and make a real contribition to the way you remember your day. For him your wedding is a collaboration between you, trusting in Benjamin to capture the beautiful detail knowing that you love and enjoy his work.
www.benjaminthomaswheeler.comSamantha Newson aims to capture your day in a natural, relaxed style with a mixture of mainly candid but some posed photos so that you get a wonderful memory of your special day www.samanthanewson.com
Sarah London is a fun and creative documentary wedding photographer based in Brighton but happy to travel www.sarahlondonphotography.co.uk
Kerry Ann Duffy tells the story of your day, ensuring that you look amazing every step of the way. With an unobtrusive approach, she’ll ensure you’ll feel comfortable rather than commanding it. www.kerryannduffy.com
Sarah Williams Photography loves to capture weddings in a natural and authentic way, capturing all the special moments and emotion of a wedding day. Sarah works alongside her husband Alex to make the perfect photography team. www.sarahwilliamsphotography.com
Hair & Make-Up
Lauren Garfitt specialises in bespoke bridal Soft Glam Hair & Makeup. The reason I love my job is because I get to make you look and feel the most beautiful you’ve ever felt. https://www.laurengarfitt.com
Hall of Fame - My name is Deborah and I’m hugely passionate about all things make-up, hair and beauty. I trained and qualified at The London School of Makeup in 2016 and have chosen to focus on bridal and special occasions.
www.halloffame.uk.comSimply Beautiful Wedding Hair - Liz is a highly talented bridal hair specialist, creating wonderful hair styles to reflect each brides unique personality and style. Simply Beautiful Wedding Hair
Emily Dodds from Willow and Rose makeup specialises in creating timeless, elegant and naturally beautiful makeup looks for discerning brides and the bridal party. She has been working as a bridal makeup artist for many years and can travel to your getting ready location and create stunning makeups for you and all your bridal party. www.willowandrosemakeup.co.uk
Aston has been a Hair and Makeup Artist for over 14 years. Creating timeless elegance and modern sophistication in bridal beauty. With a keen eye for detail and a skilful hand, she crafts flawless, bespoke looks that enhance each bride's natural beauty, while exuding an air of effortless grace. www.astonsmakeupandbeauty.co.uk
CELEBRANTS
Roxy (of Roxy Celebrates Love www.roxycelebrateslove.com) is a humanist wedding celebrant who creates unique, fun, love-filled ceremonies for couples who want to stand out from the crowd. Make your ceremony the beating heart of your day, rather than just a boring formality. @roxycelebrateslove
FLOWERS
Thistle & String is a truly passionate about floristry, finding joy in creating beautiful sculptures and bouquets as my dedicated career. Every wedding or installation is a thoughtful process, ensuring the perfect blend of color combinations to contribute to your best wedding day. www.thistleandstring.com
The Mirror & The Veil specialise in organic, considered, and opulent floral design, calling upon the seasons, the venue, and each client’s unique aesthetic to inspire deeply personal and wildly beautiful event florals. www.themirrorandtheveil.co.uk
The Bloom Foundry love helping you make your floral dreams become a reality. Nothing is too extravagant and we are expert at creating the impossible. Whether you would like fresh, dried or incredibly realistic faux flowers for your wedding day we can make it happen. www.thebloomfoundry.co.uk
Ivy & Lace Floral Designs is an independent events florist located in Langton Green on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells, specialising in relaxed, whimsical wedding bouquets, centre pieces and displays at affordable prices. www.ivyandlace.co.uk
Star & The Rose are a florist and lifestyle store located on Tonbridge High Street. We specialise in beautiful, artisan bouquets and floral design. Our shop is open everyday offering local flower delivery. www.starandtherose.com
Lisa Furnell Flowers I have a real passion for form and texture, shape and colour - so reminiscent of my days as a Fine Art student. I love creating sculptural pieces such as free form arches, meadows and oversized bouquets and I definitely enjoy working with foliage in my arrangements as much as I do flowers. www.lisafurnellflowers.co.uk
Colonnade Florist have just won the “Best florist in Kent” at The Kent wedding awards, competing against the whole region. “The judges admired the care, professionalism and effort that was evident in the entry for colonnade, which was reflected in their testimonials. The judges loved their floral piece, the images provided, and found their individual and bespoke approach to every couple very compelling.” www.colonnadeflorist.co.uk
Kelly & Hicks is an eco-conscious florist passionate about bringing your floral dream to life whether it be whimsical or classical, extravagant or mindful. With over 10 years experience you are in safe hands which is reflected in their amazing Google reviews. Based in Tunbridge Wells, Clare works from a studio at home, sourcing locally grown flowers whenever possible and growing many herself too. You'll receive a personal and professional approach throughout, as well as innovative ideas and quality guaranteed.
Dove & Myrtle is a bespoke wedding & event florist. Our abundant, relaxed and natural garden style is inspired by nature and the tumbling romance of secret walled gardens and wild flower meadows. From showstopper floral arches to signature bouquets - tangled roses, escaping tendrils and dancing stems are all a part of the magic, the closer you look the more you discover. The privilege of being chosen as someone's wedding florist is a joy that never fades and we hope that joy is reflected in everything we do. www.doveandmyrtle.com
Emma Phoenix Flowers is a bespoke Flower Farm
& Floral Studio located in Kent, We provide deeply personal design-led florals for weddings & events. Inspired by nature and the seasons we create breathtaking, unique floral experiences that start on our flower farm in Kent. www.emmaphoenixflowers.com
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Lottie Topping produces story telling photography, with a full heart and has an eye for the unscripted moments. www.lottietopping.com
The Chamberlins are alternative London photographers. For laid back, creative couples planning a modern, stylish and joyful celebration.
https://thechamberlins.co/Emma Hall is an award winning wedding photographer based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Emma's relaxed, natural style is timeless and captures all the laughter, love and every precious moment in between. She is like having an extra bridesmaid with a camera and will laugh and cry with you, hold your hand and make sure you both feel at ease - www.emmahallphotography.com
Nick Parker is based in Tunbridge Wells, and has covered weddings across the UK, Europe, & North America. His style is a mix of photojournalism and fine art portraiture, capturing the moments and emotions of the day naturally, but also creating some damn fine portraits. www.parkershots.com
Annamarie Stepney is all about capturing the honest, unposed, unscripted loveliness of it all. Those magic in-between moments that, without a good photographer, you might otherwise miss. annamariestepney.co.uk
Shelby Ellis Photography is a Kent-based wedding photographer who specialises in capturing the candid moments and natural emotion - all the laughter and happy tears of a wedding celebration. Her style favours authentic story-telling rather than staged shots, and her couples love how relaxed this makes them feel on the day. www.shelbyellis.co.uk
James Ireland is a Kent based wedding photographer focusing on taking creative photographs that capture all the moments and emotions of a wedding for couples wanting a natural and relaxed style of photography. www.jamesirelandphotography.co.uk
Lyndsey Goddard is an award winning London wedding photographer. Telling stories with an artistic eye for detail, capturing genuine emotion, and unscripted moments. www.lyndseygoddard.com
Emily Brown is an award winning and internationally published portrait photographer, specialising in outdoor photography. Emily's colourful, foliage-filled style of shooting makes her the perfect match for couples planning rustic countryside weddings. www.emilybrown.photography
Ginger Cat Studios are based in the lovely town of Tunbridge Wells in Kent. Specialising in creating beautiful films and portrait photography that will make you stand out from the rest. www.gingercatstudios.co.uk
The Kensington Photographer produces candid, documentary style wedding photography and cinematic videography designed to cover all your needs in one package.
www.thekensingtonphotographer.co.ukBenjamin Wheeler wants to stop your memories in time and make a real contribition to the way you remember your day. For him your wedding is a collaboration between you, trusting in Benjamin to capture the beautiful detail knowing that you love and enjoy his work.
www.benjaminthomaswheeler.comSamantha Newson aims to capture your day in a natural, relaxed style with a mixture of mainly candid but some posed photos so that you get a wonderful memory of your special day www.samanthanewson.com
Sarah London is a fun and creative documentary wedding photographer based in Brighton but happy to travel www.sarahlondonphotography.co.uk
Kerry Ann Duffy tells the story of your day, ensuring that you look amazing every step of the way. With an unobtrusive approach, she’ll ensure you’ll feel comfortable rather than commanding it. www.kerryannduffy.com
Sarah Williams Photography loves to capture weddings in a natural and authentic way, capturing all the special moments and emotion of a wedding day. Sarah works alongside her husband Alex to make the perfect photography team. www.sarahwilliamsphotography.com
Hair & Make-Up
Lauren Garfitt specialises in bespoke bridal Soft Glam Hair & Makeup. The reason I love my job is because I get to make you look and feel the most beautiful you’ve ever felt. https://www.laurengarfitt.com
Hall of Fame - My name is Deborah and I’m hugely passionate about all things make-up, hair and beauty. I trained and qualified at The London School of Makeup in 2016 and have chosen to focus on bridal and special occasions.
www.halloffame.uk.comSimply Beautiful Wedding Hair - Liz is a highly talented bridal hair specialist, creating wonderful hair styles to reflect each brides unique personality and style. Simply Beautiful Wedding Hair
Emily Dodds from Willow and Rose makeup specialises in creating timeless, elegant and naturally beautiful makeup looks for discerning brides and the bridal party. She has been working as a bridal makeup artist for many years and can travel to your getting ready location and create stunning makeups for you and all your bridal party. www.willowandrosemakeup.co.uk
Aston has been a Hair and Makeup Artist for over 14 years. Creating timeless elegance and modern sophistication in bridal beauty. With a keen eye for detail and a skilful hand, she crafts flawless, bespoke looks that enhance each bride's natural beauty, while exuding an air of effortless grace. www.astonsmakeupandbeauty.co.uk
CELEBRANTS
Roxy (of Roxy Celebrates Love www.roxycelebrateslove.com) is a humanist wedding celebrant who creates unique, fun, love-filled ceremonies for couples who want to stand out from the crowd. Make your ceremony the beating heart of your day, rather than just a boring formality. @roxycelebrateslove
FLOWERS
Thistle & String is a truly passionate about floristry, finding joy in creating beautiful sculptures and bouquets as my dedicated career. Every wedding or installation is a thoughtful process, ensuring the perfect blend of color combinations to contribute to your best wedding day. www.thistleandstring.com
The Mirror & The Veil specialise in organic, considered, and opulent floral design, calling upon the seasons, the venue, and each client’s unique aesthetic to inspire deeply personal and wildly beautiful event florals. www.themirrorandtheveil.co.uk
The Bloom Foundry love helping you make your floral dreams become a reality. Nothing is too extravagant and we are expert at creating the impossible. Whether you would like fresh, dried or incredibly realistic faux flowers for your wedding day we can make it happen. www.thebloomfoundry.co.uk
Ivy & Lace Floral Designs is an independent events florist located in Langton Green on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells, specialising in relaxed, whimsical wedding bouquets, centre pieces and displays at affordable prices. www.ivyandlace.co.uk
Star & The Rose are a florist and lifestyle store located on Tonbridge High Street. We specialise in beautiful, artisan bouquets and floral design. Our shop is open everyday offering local flower delivery. www.starandtherose.com
Lisa Furnell Flowers I have a real passion for form and texture, shape and colour - so reminiscent of my days as a Fine Art student. I love creating sculptural pieces such as free form arches, meadows and oversized bouquets and I definitely enjoy working with foliage in my arrangements as much as I do flowers. www.lisafurnellflowers.co.uk
Colonnade Florist have just won the “Best florist in Kent” at The Kent wedding awards, competing against the whole region. “The judges admired the care, professionalism and effort that was evident in the entry for colonnade, which was reflected in their testimonials. The judges loved their floral piece, the images provided, and found their individual and bespoke approach to every couple very compelling.” www.colonnadeflorist.co.uk
Kelly & Hicks is an eco-conscious florist passionate about bringing your floral dream to life whether it be whimsical or classical, extravagant or mindful. With over 10 years experience you are in safe hands which is reflected in their amazing Google reviews. Based in Tunbridge Wells, Clare works from a studio at home, sourcing locally grown flowers whenever possible and growing many herself too. You'll receive a personal and professional approach throughout, as well as innovative ideas and quality guaranteed.
Dove & Myrtle is a bespoke wedding & event florist. Our abundant, relaxed and natural garden style is inspired by nature and the tumbling romance of secret walled gardens and wild flower meadows. From showstopper floral arches to signature bouquets - tangled roses, escaping tendrils and dancing stems are all a part of the magic, the closer you look the more you discover. The privilege of being chosen as someone's wedding florist is a joy that never fades and we hope that joy is reflected in everything we do. www.doveandmyrtle.com
Emma Phoenix Flowers is a bespoke Flower Farm
& Floral Studio located in Kent, We provide deeply personal design-led florals for weddings & events. Inspired by nature and the seasons we create breathtaking, unique floral experiences that start on our flower farm in Kent. www.emmaphoenixflowers.com