My Sundays usually consist of lounging around and eating my bodyweight in food, and so (with pleasure) I broke with tradition this past weekend by heading into the countryside to the utterly beautiful
Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire for a special bride to be afternoon tea event. Am I a bride to be? Uh, no.
However, I'm an advocate of all things romantic, whimsical and delicate. And so just
what better way to immerse myself in all of the above, than to walk through a path of striking blossom trees and lanterns to a sea of soft, feminine hues?!
Imagine this: towering golden cakes, bridal gowns sweeping up and down the catwalk, live acoustic guitar and more scones than humanly possible to consume...
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| Indoor blossom trees by Twilight Trees |
After exploring various luxurious corners of the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire and deciding that
yes, this five-star location is now being added to my Hotel Wishlist, the first thing to steal my attention was the carefully curated selection of bridal gowns coming down the catwalk. Showcased by
Bridal Indulgence and
Tilly Mint, the gowns ranged from modest and chic to ornate and glamorous. Something I've taken away from the event is also just
how much more I'd like to experiment with hairstyles. The carefully pinned tousled buns embellished with slides and flowers has got me thinking, for sure...
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| Unique cake by Yevnig |
Next up was one of my all-time favourite things in the entire world; afternoon tea! The sandwiches were just as delicious as you'd imagine from a Four Seasons Hotel and ten thousand thumbs up to the unique selection of cakes. I'm pretty sure I'll never taste a better carrot cake,
Mmm. Also, does anyone else have a 'thing' for candles? Any setting can be made all the more intimate and romantic with the help of a few (dozen) candlesticks.
Dreamy.
I left the Bride To Tea event at the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire with a smile on my face, gift bag in hand (complete with
Chantelle Soft Stretch briefs for a seamless fit underneath your bridal gown -
you learn something new everyday!) and camera filled with photos. It was an aesthetic heaven, that's for sure. Has anything stood out to you from this event? Let me know in the comments below!
Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire
Dogmersfield Park
Chalky Lane
Dogmersfield
Hampshire
RG27 8TD
With love,
Gabrielle x
Thanks to Four Seasons Hampshire Hotel for the initiating to this lovely event!
It's been years since I got married but it still brings a smile to my face to see lovely bridal styles. An aesthetic heaven indeed! That cap sleeve gown with the crystal embellished waist band is TTDF! Thanks for sharing your experience dear Gabrielle!
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Such a lovely place Gab ! You look stunning babe!
ReplyDeleteNina
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That golden tiered cake looks spectacular! So fancy. I'd love to peek inside the Four Seasons as well, it seems so luxurious in there. I always like your afternoon tea posts but god they make me hungry! haha
ReplyDeleteJulia // The Sunday Mode
What a beautiful setting for a bride to be high tea babe, its stunning! :) xx
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OMG what a beautiful place!
ReplyDeletex Lisa | lisaautumn.com
As I am already married I do take a look at bridal gowns, but these days the cake interests me the most.
ReplyDeleteAnne - Linda, Libra, Loca
such a stunning hotel - its a perfect place for party bride to be my dear xx
ReplyDeleteI've had my wedding so I wouldn't be looking for wedding tips, but that still does sound like a fun day with beautiful dresses and great food! Such a nice spot too! :)
ReplyDeleteHope that you are having a nice start to your week :)
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You look so happy in these photos. And the place is just gorgeous!
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I love the whimsical feel and look of the place. The lace wedding dress, is to die for. As are the cake designs.
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OMG this looks sooooo dreamy!!
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Ellie xx
WOW! This was a beautiful event! Such a nice location :)
ReplyDeleteNelly Ray
Omg what a beauuuuutiful event! Looks like you had so much fun!
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Looks like an amazing event ! :D Nice pics too ;-)
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This looks like it was a fun event and I am loving your colorful coat.
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Ahh, that looks absolutely divine! And I know what you mean about the candles. I'm right there with you. And that "melting" flower cake?! Seriously. But with all of that, I think your coat has to be my favorite thing about this entire post.
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What a beautiful post and photos, you look amazing
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Haha, I love it; ”Am I a bride to be? No... but who cares!” Amen to that :D
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful pictures! xx
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Hahah love this post!! What a great way to break a Sunday tradition, although eating too much is a really good Sunday tradition. The cakes looks so lovely and the flower arrangements. Such a glam event! Haha more of the "bride to be" in my life too please! Xx
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This place is so stunning and dreamy.
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This event looks like it was so magical! And bride to be or not, there is nothing wrong with soaking in some gorgeous bridal inspiration! I hope you are having a wonderful week, Gabrielle!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful place and I love your coat!!!
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This place is absolutely magical and those wedding cakes are beyond amazing! What a fun evening! xx
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You always stay to the best hotels.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so romantic and perfect for a bride event.
I love your faux fur jacket so beautiful !
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Wow! The Four Seasons truly is a dream! GORGEOUS!
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You look amazing, the event looked wonderful <3
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Omg what a dream location babe!! So in love with your outfit and hair as well!
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Ashley
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Oh wow it looks like such a beautiful event, with lovely decor xx
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Wow, this event looks like a dream come true! I love the stunning hotel location, and I'm in awe of all the beautiful decor! Gorgeous post!
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That bridal gown is so stunning, I love the lace details and the more retro style too.
ReplyDeleteShireen⎜Reflection of Sanity
Everything looks so luxurious! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThis looks so stunning, what a wonderful display!!! Happy Monday lovely x
ReplyDeleteMy Sunday's are very similar :-) This event though was certainly worth travelling all the way to Hampshire. The place looks stunning ♡
ReplyDeleteMiriam xx
The hotel is instagrammable with all the decorations and those cakes! omg. nothing, I want one right now XD
ReplyDeleteCate ღ 35mm in Style
Oh my goodness that looks absolutely incredible! So yummy and so fancy!
ReplyDeleteRaindrops of Sapphire
This place looks amazing! <3 Beautiful photos and you look great! :)
ReplyDeleteMERI WILD BLOG
Wow, what a gorgeous location and amazing looking cakes too, so indulgent!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day :)
Rosanna x
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It's such a beautiful place! The pictures are amazing!
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What a lush event! It makes you want to get married straight away haha. I also looove the coat you're wearing, the colours are so lovely!
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That wedding dress is gorgeous! Also, the cake is amazing. Must be a fabulous event.
ReplyDeleteJessica | notjessfashion.com
It's been a while since I got married, but many things have indeed caught my eye, most of all one particularly gorgeous wedding dress. It does look like heaven there, especially for us romantic souls! You seemed to have enjoyed your tea there and it's not hard to understand why. Btw I love your outfit. That faux fur coat is so cute.
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This is such a gorgeous post - you absolute goddess! I love all your photos and the whole vibe and this looks like such a wonderful event! It doesn't matter if you're not getting married, I think events like this can be enjoyed by absolutely everyone and that's the beauty of it! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos and wishing you a wonderful weekend lovely!
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The setting is amazing! So glad to hear you had a nice time! :D Thank you for sharing this, Gabrielle!
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This is sooo awesome! And our Sundays are the same!!! awww!!!
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