Real World Bride
Meet up with the movie movie stars of recent real world Bride series…
The Groom – Matty Thompson, Home Improvements Manager The Bride – Olivia McCourt (now Thompson!), Assistant Principal / Teacher of English
Just just exactly How do you satisfy? We came across 9 years back whenever I happened to be away in Sunderland with buddies. Matty was indeed to a soccer do and after winning a casino game of ‘Heads or Tails’ made a decision to carry on their evening in the city. The very first club my friends and I also went into, Matty took place to stay in here – the others is history! We did, but, have actually shared buddies which we did not realise!
Inform us in regards to the proposal Matty proposed once we had been on christmas in Spain, 2017 august. We had possessed a day that is lovely under the sun followed closely by an enchanting dinner very very early night within our favourite restaurant. After dessert, Matty recommended we come back to the property – I happened to be using my time consuming fizz, maybe not realising just what Matty decided as soon as we came back! As soon as straight right back in the property, I made a decision to improve into my pyjamas, much to Matty’s disgust – he knew I’d desire to be wearing one thing appropriate when it comes to proposal! I saw Matty sitting looking quite anxious as I walked out onto the poolside. Candles were illuminated and champagne ended up being cooling on ice. Moments later on, Matty moved away the seat he had been sitting on and got down one leg and produced a box that is black. You marry me?” as he talked the language “Will, I became blubbering “is that ring for me personally, could it be really mine?” demonstrably, it had been mine and I also yelled a large YES to their concern once we had stopped crying!
Why did you select Seaham Hall? You will want to?! It ticked every package. We desired a deluxe and exquisite place to commemorate our wedding day. We adored the idea of the “exclusive use” wedding experience for ourselves, family and friends. Each and every time we visited Seaham Hall just before our big day, we knew we had made the right decision – staff, service and environments, just perfect.
That which was the theme? Austere / autumnal – blush pink, green, rose hessian and gold.
Inform us concerning the gown? My gown had been bought from Brides Dream, Newcastle. It had been a wonderful Ronald Joyce dress, ‘Audrey’ ended up being the style. It had a appealing lace dropped waistline bodice with a watercraft neckline and plunge right straight right back for a soft pleated Mikado dress with Mikado waistband. Just on, I knew it was the one, as they say, it was ‘my dream dress’ as I tried it. Coincidentally, my mum’s name is Audrey, which made my gown a lot more unique.
What exactly is your part that is favourite of Hall? We liked the unique design and character of every bed room. The ballroom ended up being inundated with day light and a gentle, inviting ambiance. The employees had been constantly extremely friendly and mindful if we visited but especially on our big day, absolutely nothing was ever a trouble for them. The environmental surroundings are dramatic plus the ruggedness for the coastline increases the uniqueness and mystique for the environment.
Where did you elect to hold your ceremony? St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Sunderland.
Just exactly exactly How did you’re feeling? When I stepped into church connecting dad, Tony, we felt honoured become enclosed by all our house and buddies. The nuptial mass had been concelebrated by the Reverend Fathers Michael McCoy and Jonathan Rose.
Just exactly just What music do you walk serenely down the aisle too; is there a meaning that is special? Pachelbel’s Canon in D major. Another member of the family had tried it for his or her wedding, it holds plenty of memories for all of us all.
Companies: Venue – Seaham Hall Photographer – Scott Spock Photographer (Scott, Korinne and Phil) Bridal Gown – Brides Dream, Newcastle bridesmiad gowns – ASOS wedding Flower girls dresses – M&S web web Page Boy suit – John Lewis Men’s Suits – Woven Durham Beauty – simply Be, Sunderland Hair – S.I Haidressing Bridal locks extensions – Jo Fox making use of Great Lengths plants given by – Ashbrooke Florist Cars – Delahaye and Bentley – Richard Thomson and Volvo XC90 furnished by Mill Volvo, Newcastle seat Dressing – Seaham Hall Table decoration – Olivia’s sister, Joscelin and friend, Amber Caricature – Barrie James Art Choir – Songbirds
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