Rustic Barn Wedding at Elmley Nature Reserve, Kent

There are a few barn wedding venues in Kent like Elmley Nature Reserve.Located on the Isle of Sheppey, just over an hour from London, Elmley is a rustic luxurious Kent wedding venue perfect for couples looking for something modern while embracing the beauty of the UK’s countryside.

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As the only nature reserve in the UK available for bespoke wedding celebrations, Elmley is utterly unique. The grounds are vast and jaw-droppingly beautiful seeping with natural wilderness and panoramic views that create an unforgettable setting to tie the knot.

Our principal stylist Helen W recently had the pleasure of providing bridal hair and makeup for a gorgeous bride’s rustic barn wedding at Elmley.

Bridal Hair & Makeup at Elmley

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The bridal hair and makeup brief for  this Elmley Barn wedding was natural, effortless and of course beautiful.

For a wedding dress with a v-neckline wedding dress we always recommend styles that highlight this design detail, such as a half up half down style or an updo. Helen created a soft, wavy half up half down look for her bride that perfectly complimented the rustic barn backdrop.

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Lately, we’ve been loving the addition of bows for our Kent brides. It's the perfect bridal hair accessory for a modern bride wanting to add a little detail while still fitting the rustic chic vibe. 

Bridal Party Hair & Makeup at Elmley Nature Reserve

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We’ve been loving the recent shift in bridal party style for Kent weddings. Modern brides are moving away from matching dresses to creating personalised colour palettes that highlight each bridesmaid’s personal style. This style is perfect for adding character, complementing the rustic wedding vibe, effortless, natural and beautifully organic.

For a rustic barn wedding at a venue like Elmley it was important to our bride that the uniqueness of her bridesmaids was reflected in the wedding party hair and makeup. Thanks to Helen’s extensive experience she was able to craft 4 different beautiful looks that perfectly captured their personalities.

The Barn at Elmley Nature Reserve

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One of the standout features of Elmley is its stunning Victorian barn, some may say the very best in Kent. It’s a versatile space perfect for ceremonies, dinners or receptions. The barn provides the ideal backdrop for couples seeking a rustic yet luxurious celebration in Kent.

Our bride slipped into her second look of the day and danced the night away surrounded by her nearest and dearest. 

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If you’re planning a rustic wedding at Elmley or any other venue in Kent, barn or otherwise, we’d love to hear from you. Our expert team of stylists specialise in creating luxurious, modern bridal hair and makeup looks tailored to your unique vision.

To book your bridal hair and makeup, fill out our enquiry form giving us as much detail as possible and we’ll find the perfect stylist for you.

Venue: @elmleynature⁠

Photos: @ruthatki⁠ Hair & Makeup: Helen W at The Bridal Stylists