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A Classic English Wedding at Fulham Palace in London, England

With a guest list that extended from Shanghai to Seattle, London-based lovebirds Rebecca and Frans decided on Great Britain for their wedding weekend.

With a guest list that extended from Shanghai to Seattle, London-based lovebirds Rebecca and Frans decided on Great Britain for their wedding weekend. Drawing on Rebecca's event planning experience, the couple planned nearly their entire wedding themselves. The wedding party's elegant attire was totally in tune with their historic venue and the sparkly details were echoed in the pink, black, white and gold decor. The also incorporated English touches, like a custom crest and Downton Abbey inspired bridesmaids gowns. The result was a pretty bash with just the right amount of glam.

The couple kicked off the reception with a traditional champagne tower.
The groom's cake was orange flavored and iced with orange fondant. The confection was topped with a small Dutch kissing figurine -- a nod to Frans's heritage.
The custom-painted table names were small drawings of locations that were important in the couple's lives.
Custom welcome bags, complete with the ingredients for a gin & tonic, gave guests a small taste of England.
Rebecca wore an ivory strapless ball gown with a lace and organza ruched bodice, full tulle skirt and a detachable beaded sash.
Pink peep-toe heels, a jeweled hair comb and a silver sparkly clutch added a touch of glam to Rebecca's style.
Pink flamingo stirrers added a cute touch to the couple's signature cocktails.
Gold cutlery and bud vases filled with large peonies and garden roses added a soft, romantic touch to the table decor.
The clean and simple programs were tied with a pink ribbon.
A stunning floral chandelier hung from the roof of the reception tent.
Frans's niece and nephew were dressed in mini-versions of the wedding party attire for their flower girl and ring bearer duties.
The bridesmaids wore sleek sequined sheath dresses. I gave them a couple of sparkly options and let them pick their favorite, Rebecca says.
Pastel macarons were passed to guests as a sweet treat.
At the reception, Rebecca and Frans's chairs were accented with lush garden roses and peonies in shades of pink.
Gold foil accents added a touch of glam to the bold black and white invitation suite.
Gilded layers and handmade sugar flowers tied the four-tier pink and gold confection in with the rest of the day's decor.
The couple shared their first dance to Jack Johnson's I Got You.
A mix of pink garden roses, peonies, sweet peas, dahlias, stock and zinnias made up the bridesmaid bouquets.