Bride in a white gown and groom in traditional Scottish attire walk hand in hand along a garden path, smiling.
A couple in wedding attire shares a kiss outdoors. The groom wears a kilt and jacket, while the bride wears a white dress, with her hand on his chest.
A bride and groom in a wedding ceremony perform a handfasting ritual. The groom wears a kilt, sporran, and plaid, while the bride is in a white dress and veil.

Summer Wedding at Carlowrie Castle

Jess & Ross’ romantic summer wedding at Carlowrie Castle

If you’re dreaming of an elegant outdoor wedding in Scotland with a fairytale backdrop and a whole lot of floral magic, Jess and Ross’ day at Carlowrie Castle is going to steal your heart. Set just outside Edinburgh, this Carlowrie Castle wedding was the perfect mix of relaxed luxury, Scottish tradition and summer romance. I was joined by the lovely Adam from Pittstop Films who created a beautiful video of their day. 

A calm morning in the castle

Jess and Ross spent the morning getting ready in the castle itself— Jess wore a stunning Suzanne Neville gown from Eleganza, with a timeless silhouette and modern edge. Her look was finished with soft glam from Stacey Toner Artsy and beautiful styling by Sian Bannan Hair. Her Jimmy Choos were the perfect final touch. I captured all of the beautiful sentimental details in a flatlay, including the stunning gold fouled invitations by Wedding Artwork, and their rings by Tom Wylie Jewellery.

Ross and the boys wore kilts from MacGregor and MacDuff, embracing the full Scottish style. The bridal party looked incredible too—bridesmaids in dusty tones by Rewritten, all adding to the romantic palette of the day.

An outdoor ceremony filled with flowers

The ceremony took place outside on the castle grounds—sunshine, roses, and a whole lot of joy. Fiori created the most beautiful floral set-up: roses with their stems sunken into the lawn, creating the illusion they were growing from the grass, and a soft meadow of flowers that surrounded the couple as they exchanged vows.

They included a traditional Scottish handfasting in their ceremony, which added so much meaning and depth. It was a beautiful moment—personal and rooted in tradition.

Champagne, portraits and castle vibes

After the ceremony, guests spilled out into the sunshine for a relaxed drinks reception. Everyone soaked up the atmosphere while we captured some natural, joy-filled portraits with their families and wedding party in front of the castle. Carlowrie Castle has such a cinematic presence—and filled with beautiful backdrops for photos. 

Flowers, speeches and dancing under the stars

Dinner and speeches were held in the marquee, styled to perfection by Maria Elizabeth Designs. It was filled with flowers by Fiori, and centred around a statement gold mirrored dancefloor that caught the light beautifully. Jess and Ross had their cake by Liggy’s—a modern tiered design that matched the elegance of the day—and then the party kicked off in full swing.

The Soul Establishment brought the energy, and this crowd knew how to party. Just as the sun began to dip, we snuck out for some golden hour portraits. The sky delivered the goods—dramatic, glowing, and the perfect end to the most incredible day.

Looking for your Carlowrie Castle wedding photographer?

If you’re planning a wedding at Carlowrie Castle and love the idea of natural, elegant photography that captures the story of your day without it ever feeling forced—I’d love to hear from you. Jess and Ross’ day was full of heart, and it was a joy to document every moment.

Ivy-covered stone castle with a central tower, surrounded by trees, under a partly cloudy sky. A blue and white flag flies atop the tower.
Stone castle with ivy-covered walls, turrets, and pointed roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with rows of wooden chairs on either side of a gravel aisle adorned with white flowers, set in front of a rustic building surrounded by greenery.
White flowers line a gravel path, leading to rows of beige chairs set up outdoors with blurred greenery in the background.
White wedding dress with a V-neck and layered skirt hanging on a mirrored wall in a room with brown walls and gray curtains.
A bouquet of white roses and stock flowers wrapped with white ribbon, placed on a textured beige chair.
Elegant pointed high-heeled shoes with embellishments on a textured fabric surface.
Flat lay of wedding invitations and accessories, including cards, a bottle of Jo Malone perfume, jewelry, and a white ribbon, all arranged on a textured surface.
A woman in a feather-trimmed robe sits in a chair, looking at a small item in her hands. A gift box is open on her lap. The scene is monochrome.
Two women in matching outfits embrace warmly while holding champagne glasses. One woman has her eyes closed, and they are indoors. Another person in a similar outfit is partially visible.
Eight women, including a child, sit on a bed wearing matching satin pajamas. One woman in front wears a white outfit, while the others wear beige. They are smiling and posing for a photo.
Eight people of varying ages sit and stand on a bed, all wearing matching pajamas, in a monochrome setting.
Group of women in pajamas clinking glasses in a bedroom setting, smiling and celebrating. Black and white photo.
A person in a white wedding dress stands while another in a pink outfit helps with adjustments in a room with beige walls.
A woman in a white wedding dress adjusts her earring, looking to the side.
Woman in a white dress adjusts an earring, looking to the side. Black and white image.
Bride in a white gown stands by a fireplace, looking out of frame. She wears a long veil, and the room has soft lighting from a wall sconce.
Bride in a white wedding gown stands indoors, looking to the side. She wears a long veil and holds her hands together in front of her.
Bride in a white dress and veil stands in front of a fireplace, looking to the side with hands clasped. Black and white image.
Two women in satin dresses stand indoors, one smiling with hand on chest. Both have hair tied back and are facing each other, appearing to be sharing a moment.
A bride and an older man hold hands in a room. The man is wearing a kilt, jacket, and tie, while the bride is in a wedding dress with a veil. Black and white image.
A woman in a wedding dress kneels, smiling, with a young girl in a white dress and a young boy in a suit with a kilt, indoors.
A person in formal Scottish attire adjusts a wristwatch. The outfit includes a plaid sash and brooch.
Man in a gray suit jacket and tartan kilt looking at his watch, standing indoors with a blurred background.
Man in a kilt, wearing a jacket and sporran, adjusts his sleeve in a bright room.
Person in plaid kilt adjusts a sgian-dubh in their green knee-high sock, wearing brown dress shoes on a light wooden floor.
Two men in traditional Scottish attire stand outside a building. One adjusts the other's lapel flower. Both wear kilts, jackets, and sporrans. Ivy-covered wall and windows in the background.
Four men in matching kilts and jackets pose outdoors on grass, wearing white rose boutonnieres.
Young girl and boy walk down an outdoor aisle surrounded by flowers. The girl holds a basket, and the boy is dressed in a suit. People seated in the background. Black and white photo.
Man wearing a gray jacket and plaid kilt stands outdoors, smiling. Two other men in similar attire are in the background.
A bride in a white dress walks down an outdoor aisle with an older man in a kilt. They are surrounded by seated guests and white floral arrangements.
Bride in a white gown and a man in a kilt walk down an outdoor aisle with guests seated on either side, surrounded by floral arrangements.
A bride and groom in a wedding ceremony perform a handfasting ritual. The groom wears a kilt, sporran, and plaid, while the bride is in a white dress and veil.
A bride and groom in formal attire hold crossed swords during a wedding ceremony, with an officiant standing nearby. The setting is an outdoor garden with floral decorations.
A bride in a white dress places a ring on the groom's finger during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A bride and groom kiss at an outdoor wedding ceremony. The setting includes white flowers, greenery, and stone buildings. Guests are seated on both sides of the couple.
A newlywed couple walks down an outdoor aisle lined with white flowers. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride is in a white gown. Guests on either side clap and celebrate.
Bride and groom in traditional attire walk down an outdoor aisle lined with flowers, as guests applaud.
A couple in wedding attire kisses outdoors on a grassy aisle. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet. Guests are seated in the background.
A newlywed couple kisses on a gravel path, surrounded by guests. The bride wears a long veil and gown, and the groom is in traditional dress. Chairs and trees are visible in the background.
Bride and groom exit a building as guests throw flower petals. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet. Guests are clapping and taking photos.
A smiling bride and groom walk hand in hand outside a building draped in greenery. Guests in formal attire stand behind, throwing flower petals.
A bride and groom, holding hands, smile as they walk down a path outside a large ivy-covered building. Guests cheer and toss flower petals around them.
A wedding party poses in front of a vine-covered building. The group includes three men in kilts, two women in dresses, a girl in white, and a woman in polka dots.
Wedding party in front of a vine-covered building. Bridesmaids wear light dresses; groomsmen in kilts. The bride and groom stand centrally, holding bouquets. Two children are dressed formally.
A wedding group stands in front of an ivy-covered building. The bride and groom are joined by four other people, dressed in formal attire.
A wedding party poses in front of an ivy-covered building. The group includes several men in kilts and women in light-colored dresses, all holding flowers.
Four men in green jackets and kilts stand in front of an ivy-covered building with a black door.
Four men wearing kilts and matching jackets stand on steps in front of a vine-covered building, looking amused.
Four men in kilts and green jackets walk together on a gravel path in front of an ivy-covered building.
Four men in kilts walk and converse in front of an ivy-covered building.
Bride in a white gown stands with five bridesmaids in beige dresses, all holding white bouquets, in front of an ivy-covered building entrance.
Bride in a white dress stands with five bridesmaids in beige dresses holding white flower bouquets, in front of a building with ivy-covered walls and a dark door.
A bride in a white gown walks with five bridesmaids in light beige dresses, all holding white bouquets, in front of a vine-covered building.
A bride and five bridesmaids in gowns stand in front of an ivy-covered building, holding bouquets and smiling.
Bride in a white gown walks with five bridesmaids in similar satin dresses, each holding bouquets, down a tree-lined path.
Bride in a white gown and veil holds a bouquet, surrounded by bridesmaids in matching light dresses, adjusting her gown. They stand on a gravel path with trees in the background.
A young boy in a suit and a girl in a white dress stand on a gravel path holding hands, with trees in the background.
Bride and groom standing on grass, surrounded by trees. The groom wears a kilt and jacket, the bride a white gown holding a bouquet. They gaze at each other affectionately.
A couple in formal wear stand together outdoors, with trees in the background. The man is in a kilt, and the woman wears a long dress while holding a bouquet, both looking at each other.
A couple stands outdoors; the man is in a kilt and jacket, holding a sporran. The woman wears a white wedding dress and holds a bouquet of white flowers. Trees are in the background.
Bride and groom standing together outside, smiling. The groom is wearing a kilt and jacket, and the bride is in a white dress holding a bouquet. Black and white photo.
A couple in wedding attire shares a kiss outdoors. The groom wears a kilt and jacket, while the bride wears a white dress, with her hand on his chest.
A couple in formal attire shares a kiss. The woman wears a white dress, and the man is dressed in a suit with a boutonnière. Both have one hand around each other. Black and white image.
A couple stands outdoors under trees on grass, holding hands. The bride is in a white gown with a bouquet, and the groom wears a kilt and jacket.
A couple stands outdoors holding hands under trees. The man wears a kilt, and the woman wears a wedding dress while holding a bouquet.
A bride and groom hold hands, walking down a tree-lined path. The bride wears a white gown and veil, and the groom wears a kilt with a green jacket.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a kilt walking hand in hand down a tree-lined path, smiling at each other.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand down a tree-lined path. Groom wears a kilt and sporran; bride holds a bouquet. Black and white image.
A couple in wedding attire walks hand in hand outside a vine-covered stone building. The groom wears a kilt and the bride holds a bouquet.
A bride and groom walk hand in hand in front of an ivy-covered building. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet.
A bride in a white gown and veil stands with a groom in a kilt, holding a bouquet of white flowers. They face each other outside a building with stone steps and ivy-covered walls.
Elegant white wedding reception hall with flowers, draped ceiling, and long tables set for dining.
A five-tier white wedding cake with wavy patterns is placed on a decorative silver stand, surrounded by green foliage and white flowers.
A white floral centerpiece with roses, hydrangeas, and greenery on a table, surrounded by lit candles and an empty picture frame.
An ornate wedding invitation card with a floral design, featuring the printed name "Jessica Trayner," resting on a folded piece of white fabric tied with a ribbon.
Bride holding a bouquet and groom in a kilt walk hand in hand on a stone path, smiling. A large building is in the background.
Two men in kilts and blazers holding drinks, standing on a lawn.
Four people in formal attire, including women wearing hats, socialize indoors with drinks, surrounded by floral decorations. Black and white image.
A woman in a black and white polka dot dress and large hat smiles, standing indoors near others.
Bride and groom walk on a lawn. The bride wears a white gown, the groom a kilt and jacket. They head towards glass structures with greenery around.
Bride in a flowing gown and veil walks alongside a man in a kilt on a grassy path, with glass greenhouses and trees in the background. Image is in black and white.
Bride in a white gown and groom in traditional Scottish attire walk hand in hand along a garden path, smiling.
A bride and groom walk hand in hand on a gravel path, smiling. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride holds a bouquet. They are in an outdoor setting with trees and a stone wall. Black and white photo.
A couple in wedding attire embraces outdoors; the groom wears a kilt and the bride holds a bouquet. They stand on grass with trees and plants surrounding them.
A couple enters a venue, smiling; the man wears a kilt and jacket, and the woman wears a white gown, holding a bouquet. Black and white photo.
A man and a young boy, both wearing suits and ties, are smiling and dancing together in a festive indoor setting.
A person in formal attire speaks into a microphone at a dining table, while a seated woman and man look on, smiling.
A woman in a black-and-white polka dot outfit and large hat looks up smiling at a man in glasses holding a microphone at a formal event.
A man in a suit speaks into a microphone at a wedding reception. A bride and groom sit at a table decorated with white flowers and candles, smiling towards him.
A person in a kilt gives a speech with a microphone at a formal event, smiling and holding a piece of paper. There are flowers, candles, and seated guests nearby.
An older man in a suit sits at a table decorated with flowers and lit candles, smiling. The setting appears to be indoors with a window showing greenery outside.
A man and a woman in formal attire sit at a decorated table with flowers and candles, smiling at each other in a bright room.
A woman with blonde hair smiles while seated at an event. She's wearing a beige dress and holding her hands together. Others are visible in the blurred background.
A woman smiling seated at a table among others in formal attire, surrounded by white flowers and greenery decorations.
A bearded man in a suit speaks into a microphone, holding a piece of paper. A woman in a polka dot outfit and a large hat is seated nearby.
Bride sitting at a decorated table, looking surprised, with a white veil and candles in front of her.
A bride and groom in formal attire cut a tall, white-tiered wedding cake on a table in a bright room adorned with greenery and flowers.
Bride and groom share a dance on a reflective floor under a draped ceiling, surrounded by guests.
A bride and groom dance in a tented venue with a band and guests watching. The groom wears a kilt, and the floor reflects their image.
A bride and groom dance on a reflective floor. The groom wears a kilt, and the bride is in a white dress. A live band plays in the background with guests watching.
A man and woman dance happily in a tented event setting. The woman wears a pink dress, and the man is in a dark suit. A band performs in the background.
A couple smiling and dancing together under a decorated tent at a lively event. She wears a floral dress, and he is in a kilt and vest.
A bride and an older man, both in formal attire, dance joyfully at an event with guests in the background.
An older man in a green jacket and kilt dances, raising his hand. People in colorful outfits are around him in a festive, tented venue with twinkling lights.
Bride joyfully spins in a flowing gown on the dance floor, surrounded by smiling guests in formal attire under a decorated tent.
A child in a white dress dances on a decorated floor, assisted by two adults in a group of formally dressed people under a tent.
A couple in wedding attire walks hand in hand through a tree-lined garden at sunset.
A couple embraces in a grassy park at sunset. The woman wears a white gown, and the man wears a vest with a kilt. Large trees are in the background.
A woman in a white dress is piggybacking on a man wearing a kilt and vest, walking on a gravel path with trees in the background.
A man in a kilt carries a woman on his back while walking on a gravel path. Trees and outdoor furniture are visible in the background.
Silhouette of a castle at sunset with a flag on a turret, surrounded by tree branches and a colorful sky.