Sophie & Charlie {Married}
Who loves sunshine?? … More like who dooooesn’t love sunshine!!! Everyone can’t help but love a ray of sunshine!
And that is exactly what Sophie & Charlie are, they are a ray of sunshine, the true definition of it! They are the embodiment of joy, happiness, laughter, cheerfulness and absolute LOVE. It’s hard for me to talk about Charlie & Sophie separately, because if you see them together, they are without a doubt; One. They bring their strengths together, and together the sunshine follows them wherever they go. … Did you know the forecast for Saturday was meant to be bitterly cold and rainy… it was saying that right up until Friday. And do you know what the actual weather was? … SUNSHINE. Non other!
Both Soph & Charlie are kind, caring, thoughtful souls. The kind of people who always think of others first. They are the kind of people who love with every inch of their being. Naturally, with that approach to life… I fell in love with these two straight away.
If you remember their beautiful, energetic sunrise engagement shoot… You’ll expect nothing less of their wedding day. Love, energy and a smile… was never far from their faces. And we were sooooooo wrapped to be the ones there to capture all of the goodness…
Sophie is all about symbolism. Another reason why I love this girl! Their is always a meaningful thought behind an idea. She always wears her Grandmother’s engagement ring around her neck, but for her wedding day, she simply replaced that necklace with her Grandmother’s Pearls. So perfect!
The next brilliant and thoughtful idea, Sophie wanted to include some more special ladies in her day. So her bouquet was only half made up. And 4 separate bouqets were designed for 4 special ladies to present to Sophie when she reached Charlie at the aisle.
Over at Charlie’s Station, let me introduce you to his blue suede shoes. Minus the suede. He was so stoked to be wearing these babies!! Can you blame a guy!! They are rad!!
Charlie’s Mum puts the finishing touches on her handsome son.
Time for a game of pre ceremony Pétanque.
The sweet Charlie, left his beautiful bride some gorgeous flowers.
Grandmother’s Pearl’s look perfect on a radiant Sophie.
Grandad thinks she scrubs up pretty nice! :)
Over at St Michael’s Church in Christchurch’s city center… Charlie is bear hugging anyone he can get his hands on! He gives great hugs!!!
He is moooore that ready to marry the love of his life!
And here she comes!
A tear of happiness as he see’s Sophie walk through those Church doors!
Charlie’s Mum was one of the 4 ladies who presented a bunch of flowers for her bouquet. Gorgeous.
They took deep breaths between words while reciting their vows from the heart, with a smile plastered on their faces!
Mr & Mrs Swart!!! They’re husband and wife finally!
The bear hugs and joy were shared all around for the happy couple. Charlie being South African, had quite a few quests make it over for the big day. South African’s are such a happy bunch, it was so nice hearing all the amazing thick accents too!! (Doug being South African was in heaven!! :) )
The wind was chilly, the sun was warm… We made the most of the beautiful spring bluebells in Hagley Park, before heading onto their accommodation which was a unique Luxury Wagon.
Sooooo gorgeous!!
I love their complete adoration for one another!
Don’t mind them, they’re newly weds!! ;-)
Basking in the sunlight of their wedding day!! Totaaal bliss!!
And a quick jump in the bathtub too! haha
Onto to the beautiful Langdale Vineyard, where the bridal party awaited our arrival.
Gorgeous girls!
Strapping Men!
Love!!!
Charlie looooves affection from his wife!!
They happily skipped towards the sunset. Don’t you just loooove their spirit and energy!! I’m seriously in heaven with these two!
Happiest couple EVER!
Divine light, divine beauty!
The reception was awaiting them, with delicious detail settings, happy guests and a warm inviting ambiance!
Speeches are always a wonderful part of a wedding, you truly get to know the couple through their friends and families kind, genuine and sometimes funny stories!
Sophie’s Mum is a sweetheart, her speech was sentimental and straight from the heart!
So I’ve mentioned Charlie’s bear hugs a few times! … And this is where his friends demonstrated to stay clear of Charlie if you have a sore shoulder or something. Haha A barrel of laughs!
They also revealed some new information to Charlie. Something they’ve kept the lid on for a good 8 years or so!
Sophie is Charlie’s dream girl. And Charlie is better than anything Sophie could have dreamed up to begin with! So gorgeous!
They nailed their dance and the dance floor for the rest of the night was puuumping!!
The end of their night, but the start of their fairytale! They deserve the absolute best!
Sophie and Charlie, WOW! What. a. day! A beautifuuuul day completely reflected by the vibrant, loving, caring and spirited lives you lead! Doug and I are both so happy for you and it was our complete and utter pleasure in capturing your amazing love and all the special moments that went with your wedding day. We simply caaaannot wait to share more!
Congratulations you guys! YOU’RE MARRIED!!! Yaaaay! :)
Love Heather & Doug xoxo
