Non-Traditional Ideas For Your London-Themed Wedding

Stunning Shoreditch Studios is an unconventional wedding venue choice in the heart of East London, captured by We Heart Pictures

If you’ve been thinking about celebrating your big day with a London theme that’s truly unique and sings of your London love story – my journal entry is for you. We regularly take The Un-Wedding Show to London and we’ve carved out our own corner or wedding wonderland amongst the weirdos and wonderful people of Shoreditch. 

With over 300 languages spoken, and millions of hearts crossing paths everyday (why thank you, Happn), London is pure romantic magic. And what could be more romantic than a wedding right? It has venues that range from gothic grandeur to modern luxe to bohemian, iconic buildings, and a whole array of weird and wonderful places in between. 

But how can you turn a traditional London wedding into a non-traditional London wedding that represents you and your vibe? Here’s are 3 of my fabulous Book of Love Directory suppliers - to put you in an UnWedding state of mind and get your creative wedding planning juices flowing.

WEDDING STATIONERY THAT SETS THE TONE

It can be overwhelming - save the date, invitations, order of service and your menu...oh my! There are so many individual options to choose from, so why not have a WHOLE newspaper all about you, your love story, and your day? There is a reason Sarah from Photo Press is called the rockstar stationer – she magics up alternative bespoke wedding newspapers so you can share your personality – the newspapers and packaging are made from sustainable materials, and she plants 25 trees with every booking...what are you waiting for?

Photo Press’s impressive newspapers to ensure your wedding day is completely unique!

THE PERFECT LONDON JUMPSUIT

A wedding in our capital city can be anything you want it to be, especially when you’re seeking out your dream dress. But what about your Bridesmaids? Long gone are the days when finding out you were going to be a Bridesmaid was followed up with dread of what fashion fail you would end up being poured into. Are you thinking chic dresses or a gown? Well, we’re not all dress fans...and this is where Rewritten’s incredible Satin Soho Jumpsuit comes in. It provides just the same amount of swishiness on the dancefloor as any dress and offers the ultimate in modern bridesmaids dressing. 

Rewritten’s gorgeous SOHO jumpsuit is an awesome alternative to the bridesmaid dress.

Rewritten hand design their collections in their London studio. There are over 15 colours and 10 styles in their bridesmaid’s collection – so let your crew know your favourite OR follow Rewritten’s lead and mix-and-match colours and styles. Worth noting their best-selling styles are available in UK sizes 8-26.

With more and more focus on sustainability in our lives it’s no surprise this movement has found a home in wedding land. Fran & Katie, Rewritten’s founders, fundamentally believe that a bridesmaid’s dress should be worn more than once rather than relegated to the back of the wardrobe.

Is that London-y enough for you? Head over to their Instagram for more colour and mix-and-match inspo.

SUITED AND BOOTED? HERE IS PROOF TIES AREN’T JUST FOR THE BOARD ROOM

Any member of a London-themed wedding crew or your friends of honour need accessories to rock alongside their cool counterparts. But please don’t worry. No suggestions for cheesy underground logos or Big Ben bow ties here (no shade - you do you), just a nod from us towards some handmade silk beauties from Francis + Louise.

Francis + Louise tie inspired by the London skyline at night.

These ties from Francis + Louise are pure geometric gorgeousness – the AERIAL print was inspired by the London skyline at night. This best-selling pattern comes in bundles of colours with matching pocket squares, bow ties and braces...what could be more British...? Each collection is designed in East London from original artwork and handmade in small quantities in England.

I’ve got so many more favourite non-traditional wedding suppliers to tell you about – is there anything else you’d like to hear about? Table decor, seating plans, my favourite venues? Drop us an email hello@unwedding.com