Tito and Evan
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Tito and Evan's fusion wedding took place against the beautiful backdrop of England's finest countryside, in the Georgian stately home of Somerley House. This unique house is located on 7,000 acres in Ringwood, Hampshire, UK, with sprawling views, fine architectural details, and an impressive art collection from British and European artists.
The couple wanted to combine Tito’s Nigerian Yoruba heritage into a quintessentially British setting, so they knew they wanted to invite their families to an intimate country house convenient to London, where they live, for their wedding.
Tito and Evan's vision for their day absolutely blew me away. From the moment Tito got in touch with me to work with them, detailing their day as inspired by Autumn de Wilde's Emma and pared back Bridgerton, I knew it would be special. Working with wedding planner Assumpta Vitcu of AVE Creations, Tito and Evan pulled off a wedding that melded their cultures whilst creating a playful, dreamy, and elegant day.
The bride wore a bespoke Fran Rios wedding gown featuring billowing bishops sleeves, detachable overskirt, and chapel length veil. The groom was timelessly chic in a classic black tuxedo from Edit Suits and a gold Michael Kors. The groomsmen matched Evan's sleek attire, whilst Tito's bridesmaids wore uniquely coloured gowns featuring materials of tulle and chiffon, with textural ruffle details.
After heartfelt, personal vows and special readings from their family, the couple hosted a three course dinner in the Picture Gallery that lead to a traditional cake cutting, first dance and then onto the Yoruba wedding traditions. Significant customs of the Yoruba ceremony took place, including a letter exchange and Idobale, followed by spraying of money, which really set the party off!
Tito and Evan's celebration is one of the most stunning and thoughtful that I’ve ever had the pleasure to photograph. They created a day that was truly unique to them, combining dreamy and indulgent décor with important aspects of their cultures, as well as their individual personalities and taste.
Explore their wedding celebration below and read the Brides feature here.
Photographer - Brittany Painter Photography | Venue - Somerley House | Wedding Planner - AVE Creations | Celebrant - Jennifer Patrice | Videographer - Little Moments Films | Florist - Bud Flora | Hair Stylist - Lizz Davies | Brides MUA - Slayed by Miks | Bridesmaids MUA - Make Up by More & Lamro | Brides Dress - Fran Rios London | Grooms Suit - Edit Suits | Groomsmen's Suits - Moss Bros | Aso Oke - Bolams Aso Oke | Wedding Cake - Sugarplum Bakes | Caterer - Ginger Catering Company | Bar - Bootleg Liquor | Live Artist - Lissie Art | Stationery - Dimitria Jordan | MC - Folly Fresh | DJ - DJ MRI | String Quartet - Quattro String Quartet | Saxophonist - Koye Sax | Favours - Puff Puff Ministry
A country manor house nestled on the border of Hampshire and Dorset, with iconic Georgian features and wonderful history, as well as beautifully tasteful décor... It's easy to see why Somerley House is one of my favourite UK wedding venues to photograph.
If you have chosen Somerley House as your wedding venue, I would love to hear all about your plans for your wedding celebration.