Guests arrived an hour prior to Jo and Andrew's wedding ceremony and were greeted with mulled wine at the door. They were led through the library to the conservatory where the aisle was lined with candles and a tumbling ivy garland. A string quartet played and filled the intimate conservatory as Jo and Andrew exchanged vows.
After the ceremony guests were served champagne and canapés as they explored Ballyfin's many rooms. Jo and Andrew took a quiet moment by the lake before joining their guests to mingle as the sun set. Dinner was served in the ballroom where Pearl & Godiva created the most elegant and romantic of settings. The tables were dressed with hand dyed linens, tapered candles and rich colored autumnal florals while the fire place flickered. Following dinner, guests were asked to join Jo and Andrew on the Portico. Under the stars, each guest held a candle as they watched the couple's first dance creating the most magical of scenes.
Back in the conservatory Jo and Andrew cut their cake as their guests looked on. Champagne and cake was served in the library before guests returned to the ballroom to celebrate and dance the evening away...
Next week I will sharing the last and final post of Jo and Andrew's magical four day destination wedding in Ireland. You can catch up on all of their celebrations here with Part One, Part Two, Part Three and in the Fall Issue of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine.
Creative Direction, Event Design & Styling: Pearl & Godiva // Venue and Catering: Ballyfin Demense, Co. Laois, Ireland // Florals: Hanako + Honey of a Thousand Flowers // Decor and linens supplied and created by: Pearl & Godiva // Stationery: Mr. Boddinton + Day of Stationery & Calligraphy by Tara Jones // Wedding Gown: Mira Zwillinger // Veil: Emily Riggs Bridal // Bridal Party Lace Robes: Emily Riggs Bridal // Make Up Artist: Sjaniel // Hair Stylist: Glen Cullen // Cake: Ballyfin House // Ceremony Music: The Carolan String Quartet // Evening Band: The Black Magic Band