A woman got married in a casual style wearing a dressing gown, slippers, hair rollers, and no makeup to give her future husband a glimpse of everyday married life. Ashleigh Stanley exchanged vows with her long-time partner, Jake Stanley, at the Llanerch Vineyard in Cardiff. Their original plan was to have a legal marriage ceremony in front of their 150 guests and incorporate a meaningful Welsh hymn, ‘Calon Lân,’ into their special day. However, due to the hymn’s religious nature, it couldn’t be included in the civil ceremony.
To honor the significance of the song, the couple opted for a private legal ceremony before their main celebrant service. Wanting to keep the first ceremony low-key, Ashleigh chose to tie the knot in a relaxed setting, donning a dressing gown. Pictures capture the bride in a white robe and slippers with hair rollers, while her groom wore casual attire.
Ashleigh shared that her family embraced the unconventional “pj look,” with her daughter, mothers, dads, and brothers also dressing in relaxed outfits for the occasion. The couple’s decision to have a laid-back start to their wedding day gave them a sense of ease and authenticity. Ashleigh highlighted that the initial ceremony allowed her husband to see her as she is at home, setting a realistic tone for their married life.
Following the intimate morning ceremony, Ashleigh transformed into a traditional bride for the subsequent celebrant service, wearing a beautiful off-the-shoulder gown with styled hair and makeup. Reflecting on her experience, Ashleigh encourages other brides to consider having a more relaxed ceremony before their main event to alleviate the pressure and nerves associated with a big wedding day.
The couple’s unique approach received positive feedback from guests, with many appreciating the unconventional yet heartwarming start to their marriage journey. Ashleigh’s social media posts showcasing her dressing gown wedding attire garnered admiration and comments praising the couple’s originality and authenticity.
