Tatler Wedding Guide 2019 tatler.comHOT CONTACTSDIRECTORY100founder Suzie, she’s the dream. For
budding calligraphers looking to
learn a lifelong skill (à la Meghan
Markle), they also offer an excel-
lent workshop.
07772 646221
a-laise.co.ukSMYTHSON
As experts in invitation etiquette,
they’ll successfully guide you
through the various approaches that
you may wish to take, while their
in-house calligraphy team offers a
choice of penmanship styles.
smythson.com
020 7629 8558childrenswearCHILDRENSALON
From Gucci to Armani, they stock
an array of designer brands for when
only the best will do for the minions
following you up the aisle. Choose
from traditional styles to more fash-
ion-conscious outfits, plus adorable
accessories to complete each look.
childrensalon.com
01892 779110MARIE-CHANTAL
This eponymous brand is founded
by one of the most stylish women
in the world, the Crown Princess
of Greece. Applying her own
discerning style to childrenswear,
she creates charming ensembles
for little ones.
mariechantal.co.uk
0800 112 4129BONPOINT
The French have always been on
point when dressing children and
this brand is certainly no exception.
There is bountiful choice on display,
with plenty of tulle and cashmere.
bonpoint.com
+1 888 520 2108gift listsPREZOLA
By invitation only, Platinum by
Prezola is a curated gift-list service
offering more than 500 brands,plus goods from 200 exclusive
stores found through no other
gift-list provider. Expect highly
attentive and personal service for
couples and guests alike.
platinum.prezola.com
020 3409 3051THE WEDDING
PRESENT CO
A perfectly put-together Chelsea
showroom with expert advisors
makes drawing up a gift list fun
and exciting – as it should be.
Housing more than 350 brands,
from the biggest names in interiors
to the most sought-after artisans,
they will also source anything else
desired. A ‘flexible’ option means
couples can make changes to their
lists after the wedding.
weddingpresentco.com
020 7622 6300photographyOLIVER BLACKWELL
Adored by brides who want time-
less, classic photos capturing all
those special moments. Having
photographed hundreds of wed-
dings over the years, Oliver knows
exactly where to be at the right time
while blending in with the crowd- an invaluable skill at any event.
oliverblackwellphotography.com
07901 684199
LARA ARNOTT
Wedding photography is a fine
art and Lara is queen of this cas-
tle. Her discretion, great sense of
fun, appreciation of people (very
important) and the overall sense
of calm that ensues (even more
important) mean that couples
receive exactly what they’ve been
hoping for – and more.
laraarnott.com
07771 883030videographyJENKS & CO
Sisters Daisy and Kitty Jenks are
known for getting the party started
before you’ve even arrived. CoercingPEARDROP LONDON
Unbelievably experienced and
impressively dedicated, they’ll
translate all your unspoken (yet
wonderful) desires with flair and
style, seemingly without effort.
They pride themselves on ‘food
with thought’, catering for even the
fussiest of eaters.
peardroplondon.com
020 8537 1188cakesROSALIND MILLER
Rosalind’s edible works of art are
exquisitely hand-crafted; she can
dream up a bespoke creation to
match any wedding. If you’re a
hands-on bride you can sign up
for a professional diploma in cake
baking and decorating, and wow
guests with your new skills.
rosalindmillercakes.com
020 7635 5447PEGGY PORSCHEN
So famous are her designs that
people flock from far and wide to
visit Peggy’s Chelsea and Belgravia
parlours. A haven of tasteful treats
(in every sense), this is for femi-
nine brides – if you like pink hues,
sprinkles, fluff and flowers, you
can’t go wrong. And everything
tastes amazing.
peggyporschen.com
020 7730 1316THE HAZLEBURY
KITCHEN
As homegrown, ethically sourced
ingredients are the flavour du
jour, founder Poppy Sayers’ vegan,
gluten-free and dairy-free cakes are
sure to impress. More to the point,
they are incredibly delicious.
thehazleburykitchen.com
07557 900857calligraphyÀ L’AISE
Offering a wide range of bespoke
calligraphy, their young and en-
thusiastic team have a brilliant
eye for quirky detail. As for theeven the most timid of guests to lip-
sync along to lines from your favour-
ite tune is their signature style, and
then they’ll edit the clips together
to deliver the ultimate wedding
memories in a beautiful short film.
jenksandco.tvREEL VISION
For spectacular cinematography,
Reel Vision boasts global experi-
ence filming huge productions
and private parties, from royalty
to film stars. Capturing every mo-
ment, detail and emotion, these
videos present weddings in Oscar-
worthy style.
reel-vision.com
01925 758776wedding
plannersALEXANDRA PISANI
Heiress to the Corinthia Hotels
dynasty, Alexandra is more than
well-versed in luxury hospitality. She
prides herself on being one step
ahead of a couple’s every need while
keeping their personality very much
at the forefront – all with the dis-
cerning touch of an expert.
alexandrapisani.comJOHNNY ROXBURGH
Johnny is charm personified and his
career has spanned three decades; he
has held a Royal Warrant and earned
the title ‘Party Architect’. Trusted by
countless demanding clients, he’s
masterminded many of the most
extravagant parties ever held, from
Hollywood to Highgrove.
johnnyroxburgh.com
07876 801004LANZA & BAUCINA
Founded by Prince Antonio Licata
di Baucina and his cousins, Counts
Riccardo and Aleramo Lanza, this
ultra-glamorous events organiser can
access usually unreachable proper-
ties. It’s thought to have organised
Amal and George Clooney's wed-
ding but, as discretion is everything,
lips are firmly sealed.
lanzabaucina.com
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