I know I’m not the only one who’s fallen in love with Downton Abbey. The storytelling, the fashions and the breathtaking, visual appeal…the first time I saw it, I was hooked. When I proposed that we do a wedding shoot styled after Downton, some of my favourite people jumped on board, some whom hadn’t even seen the show. I love that!! Although our shoot has the formal elegance of an English estate in the 1920’s, it also has a modern twist and a hint of shimmer. The best part is that it’s brimming with DIY projects that are easily translatable for today’s bride. I hope that you’ll come back next week when each day, I’ll feature a Downton DIY project.

If you missed the sneak peek, see it here.

For those of you that follow my blog, you know that I’m an inspiration board fanatic. This is where it all started. The fun part of this inspiration board is how each vendor saw a little bit different vision, yet it all came together so beautifully.

Photo credits 1st row (left to right): 1 2 (3 unknown) 4 5
2nd row (left to right): 1 2 3

A project like this requires a lot of committed people:

Shoot styled by – Tara Whittaker Photography

Hair & make-up – Tara Watts

Flowers – Sarah Mayerson Design

Groom’s Attire – Cameo & Cufflinks

Bride’s Dress – Estate Sale

Bride’s Accessories – Cameo & Cufflinks

Linens, chiavari chairs & silver cake stand – Great Events

Wedding Cake – Cakeworks

Location – Heritage Park

Alternate locations – exterior of Lougheed House & private home

Stationary – Nicole Westerlund

Kudos to our amazing bride & groom (aka Lady Mary and Matthew Crawley), Rebecca and Warren Bills

Special thanks to my assistants, Wendy and Colleen

And I can’t forget Monty.