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Rhymes to Remember

Bespoke verse, rhymes and poems for special occasions

Categories: Behind The Brand

Foxglove And Black

For my first “Behind The Brand” blog article, I would like to introduce you to Becky Smith, the incredibly talented lady behind Foxglove and Black. I had the absolute pleasure of working with Becky towards the end of 2020 on her galaxy inspired wedding shoot and I’m very excited to see what the future holds for both her and her business.

Tell us more about you. What do you enjoy doing? Do you have any interesting or unusual facts about yourself?

I love travelling and visiting anywhere that I haven’t been before, my bucket list of places I want to go is huuuuuuge! I was nicknamed Judith Charmers in my last role because of this. I love being around people and my friends, family and hubster mean everything to me. I love fancy dress, including the fact that my mates dressed me up a giant banana for my hen do. This is due to me being known for always having a daily emergency banana on me in case I get hungry haha!

How did your business start?

I started my business over lockdown but began studying with the Wedding Academy the year before. I fell in love with wedding styling and floral design whilst planning our own wedding back in 2019. I’d been working in graphic design since leaving university and, whilst I loved working in a creative industry, I always longed to work more with people. Finding the wedding industry just made all the pieces fit together. It was exactly what I’d been looking for.

Of all the products your business has to offer, which is your favourite and why?

That’s really a tough one! I love styling as I love bringing many different elements together to create a unique wedding design. There is no limit but your imagination! However, I also love flowers to the point I am obsessed. If I’m not making a floral arrangement then I’m looking at what I can do next and there are just so many gorgeous flowers available!

If you were getting married in a few months, what would your wedding look like?

I only got married in 2019 but if I could do it again (renewing vows maybe!) I’d go for something dark and gothic. I love all the dark bouquets and ombre wedding dresses are just sooo beautiful!!

What makes you different to other businesses in your market?

I like to think that I’m going to be helping couples stamp their personality into their wedding styling. There are a lot of wedding decor styling businesses out there but there aren’t many that are focused on weddings that want to do away with tradition. With my background in graphic design, I have more of a design led approach that also makes me look at every detail of a couple’s dream day. I also offer stationery and floral design, which I feel makes it easier for couples as they have less suppliers to deal with and they can relax with the knowledge that everything will fit visually well together.

What do you feel is your biggest achievement to date either personally or in your business?

I haven’t been going long but my biggest achievement in my business is my first styled shoot being published in Unconventional Wedding blog. I really enjoyed taking my Galaxy shoot from concept and planning, styling and designing the stationery and florals and seeing it all come together. I’m so chuffed with the end result!

What can we expect from your business in the future?

I’ve got a lot of styled shoots ideas that I can’t wait to be working on soon. I have a modern 1920s inspired shoot ready to go as soon as lockdown and restrictions allow it! My Etsy store, website and packages will also be launched soon and I can’t wait to be working with some lovely couples helping style their dream wedding!

How can people get in touch with you?

Anybody interested in either of my alternative styling, stationery & floral design services/packages can email me at: becky@foxgloveandblack.co.uk or find me on Facebook and Instagram: @foxgloveandblack  I also have a great money saving freebie on the landing page of my website www.foxgloveandblack.co.uk.

The team behind the luxury galaxy themed wedding shoot

Foxglove & Black – Concept, planning, styling, stationery and flowers
Emma-Jane Photography – Photographer
Nina Emily Photo & Film – Videographer
Bexbrides – Wedding dress and cape/veil
Deliciously Divine Cake Design – Cake
Dionne Francis and Alistair Hardy – Model couple
Blondelle Beauty – Make up artist
Max It Up Bridal Hair & Extensions – Hair Stylist 
Donington Park Farmhouse Hotel – Venue
Whitehouse Event Crockery – Crockery and glassware hire
Magpie Linens – Linen Hire
Wild One Interiors – Coasters
Farleys Wedding Suits of Kibworth – Groomswear and shoes hire
Bunny Loves Evie – Bridal Jewellery and Accessories
Mimosa Couture Bridal Accessories – Hand-painted leather jacket
Inanna Bespoke Shoes – Hand-painted bridal shoes
Extra Special Touch – Hand sewn bouquet ribbons
Inviting Writing – Calligraphy on mirror & agate place cards
Rhymes To Remember – Poem and words on mirror, leather jacket and bouquet ribbon
Bon Chocolat – Galaxy chocolate favours
Rose Cottage Floristry & Flower School – Moon-gate hire
Signature Silent Disco – Fog machine hire

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About Sally R. Wilkes

Sally began writing poems in 2016 as a way of remembering moments with her newborn daughter. Rhymes To Remember was set up not long after this when requests started to flow in from friends and family who wanted poems written specifically for them or their loved ones. She has now written over five hundred rhymes for a wide range of individuals and businesses. Whether you are planning a wedding, celebrating another special occasion or trying to find the right words to remember someone special, Sally is able to create something truly meaningful and unique to you.

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“My bespoke poem for my wedding is everything I dreamed of and more. It’s so very special and I will treasure it forever. Thank you for understanding exactly what I wanted.”

"My grandparents were so touched with their poem, and everyone in the family has commented on how well Sally captured the essence of each of our relationships with them."

"I gave Sally a list of things that she did, memories, quirky things that only meant something to us. Sally took the time to speak to me and listen to the stories behind this list so that our poem would have meaning and not just be words on a piece of paper. The end result was amazing."

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This galaxy inspired shoot featured in @unconventi This galaxy inspired shoot featured in @unconventional_wedding is probably one of my favourite shoots to have been part of to date. I’m going to be working with Becky from @foxgloveandblack on a couple more projects in the next few weeks and I am so excited! I’m not sure who has the biggest imagination out of the two of us 😆

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Image credits:

Concept, planning, styling, stationery and flowers: @foxgloveandblack; 
Still/Blog Photography: @ejlewis; 
Poems and words on mirror, bouquet ribbons and jacket: @rhymes_to_remember
Caligraphy on mirror: @invitingwritinguk
Hand-painted leather jacket: @lovefrommimosa
Hand-painted shoes: @inannabespokeshoes
Embroidered bouquet ribbons: @extraspecialtouch
Brides dress and cape/veil @bexbrides; 
Model couple @a.d.modelcouple; 
Venue @donington_park_farmhouse

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I’m currently in the process of organising my 4t I’m currently in the process of organising my 4th styled shoot. All of my shoots are born from a quote or a poem like this one. I then work alongside some incredibly talented individuals to bring my words to life in the most beautiful, creative of ways (swipe to see an example). 

Every shoot so far has left me feeling extremely emotional. I’m always in complete awe of what is created based on the few random words I’ve written.

I can’t wait to share this next shoot with you! I’ve gone back to being a little girl again with the theme 😍

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Concept & co-ordination plus poetry and quotes - @rhymes_to_remember

Venue - @gcrailwayofficial 

Photographer - @ellensearlovestories

Videographers - @tts_media

Model - Laura Trethowan

Dress - @ryley_and_flynn_vintage

HMUA - @adelemakeupartist

Veil - @sashandveil

Cake - @lesleywaltercakedesign

Hand-lettered banner - @handmadesignco

Silk poppy bouquet - @unfauxgettable.flowers

Framed poppy painting and face masks - @inked_by_hand

Silver pendant - @bishboshbecca

Handkerchief - @extraspecialtouch

Poppy headpiece and brooches - @bunnylovesevie

Vintage jacket and poppy wash bag - @ravengiftsandinteriors

Painted shoes - @inannabespokeshoes

Wooden plaque - @sophie_rebecca_art

Printed supplier t-shirts - @print.spin

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This photo is just too sweet. Two little girls pla This photo is just too sweet. Two little girls playing a role in their parents vow renewal. I might just have to convince my husband that we should do the same with our girls 😍

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Supplier list:

@thebeaumonthexham 
@peonyandgoldfloraldesigns 
@saras_kitchen 
@birdcagesdragonflies
@ralphmimihexham 
@svbridaljewellery 
@rhymes_to_remember 
@ivyalicestationery 
@beautifuldaybridaldarlington 
@lsmphotography_uk

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The trick to reading rhyming verse aloud is to slo The trick to reading rhyming verse aloud is to slow down and enjoy it. If you’re enjoying it then the chances are your audience will be too.

Be conscious of line breaks and punctuation but don’t feel like you have to adhere to a set structure when reading it. Think of it as a song. Not every line has to be spoken with the same tempo or key. Varying the words that you place emphasis on within each line will also create emotion or suspense.⁣
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The lengths wedding suppliers will go to to make s The lengths wedding suppliers will go to to make sure that everything is perfect 💜

Photo credits:

Models: @marilyncolesmodel @rlndwlt 
Photographer: @safrinasmithphotography 
Dress: @lavellebridalcouture 
Veil: @rebeccaannedesigns 
MUA: @kt_beauty_guide 
Hair: @shancartwrighthair 
Earrings: @earthlinksbridal 
Florist: @boonandbloom 
Cake: @theelegantrosecakestudio
Stylist: @thetwohummingbirds 
Signage: @handmadesignco 
Stationary: @dove_and_lace 
Poetry: @rhymes_to_remember 
Videographer: @weddingfilmsbydavidjames 
Venue: @catthorpemanor

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I’ve said it before but bespoke poems based on p I’ve said it before but bespoke poems based on people’s life stories are my absolute favourite to write. And it’s such a privilege to hear them all.

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