Fate played a part in the meeting of Lisa, a graphic designer, and Rory, a business development manager. Both from the United Kingdom originally and raised in the United Arab Emirates, they attended the same school and even shared mutual friends. Years later, they found themselves at the same New Year's party, but it wasn't until three days later, on a flight back to London and seated next to each other, that they realized the universe was trying to tell them something. After four and a half years together, they returned to the U.K. once more for their English country wedding on Saturday, August 6, 2011.

Hello!Lucky printed the invitations on vintage handkerchiefs. They were tied with ribbon and a tag was printed with each guest's name.

The invites were then affixed to card stock printed with the details of the weekend and a response postcard.

Because of their wedding venue's limited capacity, Lisa and Rory had to split their guests into two groups: full wedding guests and party guests. Inspired by Jen Lopardo at L'Office Optimiste, they wanted their second invite printed on a balloon. Hello!Lucky designed it to resemble the hankie invite and attached it to a decorative card with ribbon.

"Let's Party!" topped the festive piece.

Lisa and Rory's nuptials took place at The Olde Bell Inn, in Hurley, England -- less than an hour from London. With enough rooms to accommodate all of their guests (and a late-night liquor license, to boot) the venue was perfect. Its quaint country location and pretty gardens helped seal the deal.

To reflect the beautiful landscape, the couple chose sunny yellow, sky blue, and grassy green for their wedding color palette.

Lisa wore a bespoke gown and veil by Britta Kjerkegaard of The Couture Gallery, bejeweled Christian Louboutin shoes, and vintage pearls borrowed from the maid of honor.

Rory sported a made-to-measure three-piece tweed suit from a tailor in Dubai, a green-and-white floral Liberty of London shirt, and a Spencer Hart tie. He also wore bright yellow socks from Uniqlo and a pocket square made from the same fabric as the bridesmaids' dresses.

Lisa's all-yellow bouquet was created by Chantal Flores Chantal Flores Design.

Ceremony programs doubled as fans.

Vintage handkerchiefs were set out so guests could dab their "tears of joy" during the ceremony.

Lisa was escorted down the aisle of the inn's Tithe Barn by her father, Brian.

During the ceremony, the man of honor, Nick Batanoni, read William Shakespeare's "Sonnet 16" and Rory's godfather, Chris Mitchel, recited George Elliot's "To Be One with Each Other." Maid of honor Sara Al Qaiwani sang "Estrellita" (Spanish for "little star") by Mexican composer Manuel Maria Ponce, accompanied by the four-piece band New Hot Cross Club.

A mix of smilax, ivy, and soft ruscus was draped organically from the chandeliers.

Chloe Browne of Caught the Light photographed the newlyweds on small streets near the inn and around the property.

Two signature libations were offered during cocktail hour at the inn's pub, The Malt House. The "Marital Bliss" was made with fresh lemon juice, water, sugar, and vodka. The "Pimms O'Clock" contained Pimms, lemonade, orange juice, apple juice, lemon juice, cucumber, and mint.

During cocktail hour, guests enjoyed a quintessential frosty summer treat: ice cream. The vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate delight was made from organic ingredients on the premises and served out of an ice cream cart.

Father-and-son duo Tony and Chris sported matching outfits and enjoyed cocktail hour outside on the warm summer day.

Lisa and Rory's wedding planner Mary Herrington of Forever & Ever Events transformed the ceremony space for the reception. The entrance was decorated with hydrangea wreaths, garlands, and perforated paper bags filled with candles.

Tables boasted subtle floral-pattern cloths sourced and dyed by the bride's parents to echo the countryside's scenery.

A banner designed by Hello!Lucky outlined the seating assignments of the pair's 140 guests.

The tables had pub-inspired names.

Each plate was topped with a trinket that reflected the table's title. This stag matched the "Stag and Legless" table. Others included carrots for the "Insipid Carrot" and feathers for the "Slap and Tickle."

Inspired by a similar Martha Stewart Weddings idea, the tables were set with small kraft paper-covered booklets, each asking a different question. They were passed around during dinner and later placed on the guest book table.

Guests dined on a beetroot, Ticklemore, and seasonal woodland-herb salad with soft-boiled duck egg; braised Berkshire Down lamb with white beans and mint, spring greens, and Jersey Royal potatoes; and sticky toffee pudding served with jugs of clotted cream and vanilla custard.

A photo booth from Say Fromage had a French toile-patterned fabric backdrop and a healthy stash of props. Guests snapped photos and stuck them into an album.

Lisa and Rory danced to Ella Fitzgerald's "Cheek to Cheek" under the sparkling light of a disco ball.

In lieu of a traditional wedding cake, Lisa and Rory opted for a "cake" of cheese wheels. The four tiers of British cheeses came from Tastes Delicatessen in the neighboring village of Eton, and were accented with fresh figs and grapes.

Photography: Chloe Browne of Caught the Light

Location and Catering: The Olde Bell Inn

Wedding Planner: Mary Herrington from Forever & Ever Events

Florist: Chantal Flores Design

Stationer: Hello!Lucky

Wedding Rings: Cara Jewellers

Photo Booth: Say Fromage

Rentals: Theme Traders

Music: New Hot Cross Club (band); Gosh Management (DJ)

Hair and Makeup: Kaz Fernando