Who? : Doug & Lauren

What? : Romantic Destination Wedding

Where? : Isle of Skye

When? : October 2019

Doug and Lauren travelled with their close family and friends all the way from USA for an intimate ceremony on the Isle of Skye.

I have never met such a laid back couple – they weren’t at all bothered that the weather meant the ceremony had to be held in their holiday Lodge, they just went with the flow… They chose Neil Lynch as their celebrant and his lovely dog Tanny made friends with everyone!

The photographer was the wonderful Dylan Kitchener and the photographs captured were not only of the couple, their guests and key moments, but also all of the emotions and subtleties of the day.

I don’t need to say anything else, the images can do the talking…

Who? : Andrew & Hanneke

What? : Weekend Celebrations with Family & Friends

Where? : Eilean Donan Castle & Skeabost Hotel

When? : September 2019

Hanneke had fallen in love with the Isle of Skye when she was here previously working for Disney. Andrew soon realised that if he wanted to marry this lovely lady he was going to have to pretty much go to the ends of the earth… well, the Scottish Highlands anyway!

Hanneke was every part the Disney princess, she wore the most amazing dress, her beautician Max travelled with her all the way from California and of course they took their vows in one of the most iconic Scottish Castles – Eilean Donan, what’s not to love?!

Andrew & Hanneke wanted their guests to have a true Highland Experience so a very talented local musician played Rihanna’s ‘We found love in a hopeless place’ on the Clarsach for the bridal entrance. There was also a piper and Highland Dancers organised for the champagne reception – this was definitely a highlight for guests.

It didn’t end there – guests enjoyed a true taste of the Highlands – with a fabulous meal at Skeabost Hotel on Skye and then they all danced the night away. The next day there was a hike up the quairing for those who had any energy left!!

Who? : Tom & Jade

What? : Family Celebration

Where? : Eilean Donan Castle

When? : August 2019

Tom & Jade travelled all the way from Belgium with their beautiful daughters and wonderful family to celebrate in style.

Eilean Donan Castle was the perfect venue for the family as they wanted their girls to remember the day as a wonderful fairytale. Michelle Ure did a fabulous job of Jade’s hair & Makeup and making the girls feel special too.

Bart Boodts their photographer travelled with them all the way from Belgium and there was a real buzz from guests as they were genuinely so excited for the couple. Throughout the day there were lots of moments filled with emotion for all different reasons, but one of the main reasons was Jade’s other sister was too ill to travel with them to be part of the day. I will never forget the look on Jade’s sisters face when I managed to get the FaceTime connection to work in the Castle so that she could see Tom & Jade take their vows – An unforgettable moment.

A meal was booked at Carron Restaurant for them all to enjoy and the celebrations weren’t over as they had a party back home in Belgium to look forward to!

Who? : Walt & Caitlin

What? : Castle Elopement

Where? : Eilean Donan Castle

When? : July 2018

All the way from Atlanta in the USA, Walt and Caitlin wanted to elope with just their parents to a Scottish Castle and they fell in love with Eilean Donan Castle.

The weather was typical of the Highlands, moody with passing showers and blowing a hoolie – Margaret Soraya captured some incredible shots, especially those of Caitlin’s long veil being whipped in different directions by the wind on the Castle bridge.

Lynn from Skye Beauty worked her magic on Caitlin’s hair & make up and Margaret told the fairytale perfectly using beautiful, natural imagery.

Who? : Matt & Rebecca

What? : Family Gathering & Weekend Celebrations

Where? : Talla Dusidale & An Crubh on the Isle of Skye

When? : April 2018

A Cockney lad who fell for a beautiful Scottish Lass… Matt and Rebecca’s location was the ‘Sound of Sleat’ known as the Garden of Skye as it is so green and picturesque. The couple wanted a full weekend of celebrations for all their guests and they certainly know how to throw a party!

The ceremony was held in Talla Duisdale – which is a beautiful rustic old church with the most amazing round window. The Capella String Quartet played ‘Highland Cathedral’ with piper Crisdean MacDonald as the bridal party entered and it set the tone for the day – Classy, Tasteful and Ooozing Romance.

Every little detail had been carefully thought out and lots of sentimental touches were evident throughout the day – Rebecca’s amazing bouquet was a replica of her late Nan’s, this really was Donald at Loch Duich Flowers’ work at its best.

The rest of the celebrations took place at An Crubh – which was the perfect venue for the large number of guests. The venue allowed the couple to spoil their guests – cocktails, canapés, a formal meal and then dancing the night away.

They weren’t finished there! The next day was an informal gathering at Eilean Iarmain where they enjoyed a BBQ, Buffet, local musicians and most importantly time to reflect and also make more memories!