An Austrian-Scottish wedding at Archerfield House
![An Austrian-Scottish wedding at Archerfield House](/content/images/size/w1200/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-05.jpg)
Recently I had the pleasure of photographing a unique Archerfield House wedding. Yenny and David got married at the magical Archerfield Estate on a warm Scottish day. They took their vows by the sparkling blue seaside with views of nearby Fidra island and its beloved old lighthouse, and later on dined in the Waterside Pavilion along with their guests. What made this Scottish wedding so unique was the couple’s inclusion of Austrian wedding traditions due to the bride’s heritage.
![Archerfield House wedding ceremony bride and groom kiss](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-18.jpg)
![Archerfield House wedding bride enjoys drink with guests](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-33.jpg)
Archerfield House wedding photography is always a particular pleasure, due to the main house being built in the late 1700s. The estate is steeped in history with fascinating stories about both its Scottish and English occupants. Bring to that the bride’s Austrian flair with her bridal party’s beautiful dirndl dresses, and you have an amalgamation of international traditions that was so unique to photograph. I think the joy in the faces of the couple and their guests speaks for itself.
![Bride and groom enjoying the evening at the Archerfield House Pavilion](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-53.jpg)
![Wedding dinner at Archerfield House in East Lothian](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-52.jpg)
![Wedding guests walking to the seaside ceremony at Archerfield House](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-07.jpg)
Yenny, the bride, wore a beautiful, fitted red dress with classic styling and a bouquet of Scottish and Austrian-inspired wildflowers. In Austria, a red wedding dress symbolises good fortune – something that shone through on the bride’s face. David wore a traditional kilt with a classic Argyll-style jacket and red flashes to match Yenny’s dress. The remaining bridal party and many of the guests wore classic Austrian apparel. Dirndls are traditional Austrian dresses known for their intricate designs and colourful fabrics.
![Bridal party getting ready for wedding at Archerfield House](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-01.jpg)
![Mother and child on the grounds of Archerfield House Estate before wedding ceremony](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-13.jpg)
![Intimate moment between bride and groom after wedding ceremony](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-20.jpg)
![Celebrations after wedding ceremony](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-21-1.jpg)
![Wedding party enjoying time together at Archerfield House](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-34.jpg)
After the ceremony, the couple enjoyed a delicious meal in the Archerfield Estate’s Waterside Pavillion, including champagne and a selection of canapes. Guests witnessed Scotland at its finest, with beautiful views across the East Lothian coastline. After their meal, everyone retreated to one of Archerfield House’s private marquees, which was accentuated by a draped fabric night sky. Across the tables, more wildflowers sparkled – along with the smiles and laughter of the guests who all had a wonderful time.
![Wedding guest is doing a cartwheel to the enjoyment of spectators](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-55.jpg)
![East Lothian coastline seaside wedding at Archerfield House](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-30.jpg)
![Bride dancing at the party](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-63.jpg)
![Child playing while parents are chatting on the grounds at seaside](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-24.jpg)
![Husband helps wife pushing pram on the grass at seaside wedding](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-29.jpg)
I took photos of the couple and their guests throughout the estate, and I think you’ll agree that they just looked so relaxed and happy. It was such a joy to picture them by the coast and in the Archerfield Estate gardens, as well as dancing the evening away with their friends and family. Throughout the day the couple’s love for both Scottish and Austrian culture shone through so perfectly, even down to the vases draped in Austrian Edelweiss flower ribbons. It was truly a unique day at a unique venue, filled with love and laughter.
![Portrait of happy bride and groom at Archerfield House East Lothian](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-35.jpg)
![Child writing message for bride and groom before wedding dinner](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-44.jpg)
![First dance at Archerfield House East Lothian](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-58.jpg)
![Bridal party having fun during bridal preparations](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-06.jpg)
![Wedding guests laughing](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-65.jpg)
![Bride throwing bouquet](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-40.jpg)
![Happy groom with relatives after wedding ceremony](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-22.jpg)
![Happy bride enjoying wedding celebrations](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-23.jpg)
![Wedding guests sitting at a table on the coast of Archerfield House Estate](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-32.jpg)
![Children at wedding](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-26.jpg)
![Bride and groom at the Waterside Pavilion of Archerfield House](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-45.jpg)
![Bride and groom playing games at the Waterside Pavilion](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-60.jpg)
![Little girl dancing in front of mirror](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-47.jpg)
![Silouette of bride and groom as they are playing entertainig games](https://imagyarweddings.com/content/images/2022/01/archerfield-house-wedding-59.jpg)