For Tom and Tara, getting married was about a celebration that felt completely like them. Fun, personal, full of love, and very let’s say… London. With INVAYA by their side, it became so much more than a wedding. Across three relaxed days, their guests were taken along for the ride, and yes there were plenty of little surprises & thoughtful touches. Let’s dive into their INVAYA experience.
The Wedding Experience of Tara & Tom: a London love story
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So as everyone started rolling into London from all over Europe,
they were met with welcome drinks and these super thoughtful
gift bags at the rooftop bar of the Canopy by Hilton, which was
basically wedding HQ for the weekend. That evening, they all sat
down for this lovely, low-key four-course dinner in the city. There
were laughs, a few happy tears, sweet speeches… and the
groom’s dad totally surprised everyone with a gift. Honestly, it
was the perfect way to kick things off.
So as everyone started rolling into London from all over Europe, they were met with welcome drinks and these super thoughtful gift bags at the rooftop bar of the Canopy by Hilton, which was basically wedding HQ for the weekend. That evening, they all sat down for this lovely, low-key four-course dinner in the city. There were laughs, a few happy tears, sweet speeches… and the groom’s dad totally surprised everyone with a gift. Honestly, it was the perfect way to kick things off.
A warm welcome in the city
Day 1
The day started quietly with hair and makeup, room service, and a sweet first
look between Tom and Tara on the rooftop. But instead of heading to a venue,
guests were surprised with a private double-decker tea bus tour through
London. Phones off, tea in hand, just enjoying the ride. Then came a vintage
dance hall, where everyone jumped into a tea dance class led by a pro. It was full
of snacks, music, and a lot of laughs. Totally Tom and Tara.
While all that fun was happening, Syon Park was being transformed behind the
scenes. Flowers, soft lights, live music, even an illustrator capturing the magic.
At 6 PM, they said their vows in a glass conservatory filled with golden light,
surrounded by their favorite people.Dinner was elegant but easygoing, with two
courses, sweet speeches, and an OMG dessert table. After golden hour
portraits, they hit the dance floor with their first dance to “Feeling Good” by
Muse. We totally LOVED this vibe. Just when everyone thought it was over, a
champagne bus rolled up for one last surprise. Karaoke, neon lights, and
everyone singing their hearts out through the streets of London.
Day 2: The wedding day
Days 2
The day started quietly with hair and makeup, room service, and a sweet first look between Tom and Tara on the rooftop. But instead of heading to a venue, guests were surprised with a private double-decker tea bus tour through London. Phones off, tea in hand, just enjoying the ride. Then came a vintage dance hall, where everyone jumped into a tea dance class led by a pro. It was full of snacks, music, and a lot of laughs. Totally Tom and Tara.
While all that fun was happening, Syon Park was being transformed behind the scenes. Flowers, soft lights, live music, even an illustrator capturing the magic. At 6 PM, they said their vows in a glass conservatory filled with golden light, surrounded by their favorite people.Dinner was elegant but easygoing, with two courses, sweet speeches, and an OMG dessert table. After golden hour portraits, they hit the dance floor with their first dance to “Feeling Good” by Muse. We totally LOVED this vibe. Just when everyone thought it was over, a champagne bus rolled up for one last surprise. Karaoke, neon lights, and everyone singing their hearts out through the streets of London.
The next morning, everyone came together one last time for a
laid-back farewell breakfast. It was the perfect moment to laugh
about the night before, swap stories, and soak up those final
connections before heading home.
The day started with a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Palmeraie, followed by a journey into the desert. At Scarabeo Camp, guests were welcomed by a Gnawa band, sipped mint tea, and lunched under the open sky.
The afternoon was pure magic: camel rides, quad bikes, mountain biking, poolside lounging, and after dark—stargazing with a telescope and astronomer. Dinner was next-level: lanterns overhead, live music, tajines, belly dancing, and stars in every direction.
A proper
goodbye
Days 3
So as everyone started rolling into London from all over Europe, they were met with welcome drinks and these super thoughtful gift bags at the rooftop bar of the Canopy by Hilton, which was basically wedding HQ for the weekend. That evening, they all sat down for this lovely, low-key four-course dinner in the city. There were laughs, a few happy tears, sweet speeches… and the groom’s dad totally surprised everyone with a gift. Honestly, it was the perfect way to kick things off.
A warm welcome in the city
The day started quietly with hair and makeup, room service, and a sweet first look between Tom and Tara on the rooftop. But instead of heading to a venue, guests were surprised with a private double-decker tea bus tour through London. Phones off, tea in hand, just enjoying the ride. Then came a vintage dance hall, where everyone jumped into a tea dance class led by a pro. It was full of snacks, music, and a lot of laughs. Totally Tom and Tara.
While all that fun was happening, Syon Park was being transformed behind the scenes. Flowers, soft lights, live music, even an illustrator capturing the magic. At 6 PM, they said their vows in a glass conservatory filled with golden light, surrounded by their favorite people.
Dinner was elegant but easygoing, with two courses, sweet speeches, and an OMG dessert table. After golden hour portraits, they hit the dance floor with their first dance to “Feeling Good” by Muse. We totally LOVED this vibe. Just when everyone thought it was over, a champagne bus rolled up for one last surprise. Karaoke, neon lights, and everyone singing their hearts out through the streets of London.
The wedding day
The next morning, everyone came together one last time for a laid-back farewell breakfast. It was the perfect moment to laugh about the night before, swap stories, and soak up those final connections before heading home.
A proper goodbye
Tara & Tom
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“From the start, Vivian made a point of truly getting to know us, not just our tastes, but our personalities and priorities. At the time, we had only a vague idea: we knew we wanted an adventure with our closest friends and family “somewhere in the world,” but we didn’t know what that would look like. Vivian guided us through every step of the process, beginning with a “grand tour” of possible locations across Europe and North Africa, all the way through to personally escorting guests to the airport at the end of the celebrations. No detail was ever too small for her attention, and she managed to be both clear and kind throughout, a rare and special balance.
In planning the wedding, Vivian built and led an extraordinary team: stylists, chefs, photographers, videographers, stationers, travel agents, and local vendors, all of whom helped bring her vision to life. She approached each task with astonishing organization, professionalism, and creative flair. Whether it was curating a wardrobe, planning food tastings, orchestrating hot air balloon rides and camel treks, or hiring musicians and stylists from across Europe, Vivian managed it all with grace and an incredible sense of calm.
A few months before our wedding, a devastating earthquake struck the village where our venue was located, requiring the entire week of events to be rescheduled. Vivian handled this with extraordinary empathy and composure. She showed genuine care for the local community and her colleagues there, even coordinating a visit for us to see the rebuilding site of a local school the day after our ceremony, an experience we will never forget.
Vivian was hands-on every step of the way, traveling to Morocco multiple times to ensure everything was in place. It was clear to us how much respect she earned from local vendors and how expertly she navigated logistics, always with kindness, a smile, and the right questions to minimize uncertainty.
One of our biggest hopes was to create a fully customized and intimate experience for our guests, and Vivian exceeded every expectation. She personally greeted each guest at the airport by name and arranged handmade gifts from local artisans. She memorized every food allergy and dietary need across the group and ensured that every single meal was not only safe but memorable. When a guest unexpectedly required hospitalization during the wedding week, Vivian helped to coordinate medical care, transportation, special meals, and follow-up support with compassion and efficiency. She went far beyond what anyone would expect of a planner; she was truly a lifeline.
What Vivian created was not just a beautiful wedding; it was a week of connection, joy, and transformation. She helped build a sense of community among our friends and family, many of whom had never met before. To this day, every guest reminds us that it was a “life-changing” experience, and all of them praise Vivian, as do we. We trust her deeply and have already hired her to plan our first anniversary party.
Vivian is a visionary, a master of logistics, and a truly kind human being. If you have the chance to work with her, take it. You’ll be in the best hands.”
Sigrid & Fred
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