hannah macdonald ball

welcome to bride diaries. wedding content creation for modern day couples who want to remember not just how their day looked, but how it truly felt 🕊️ I’m Hannah, founder of @bridediariesuk . since 2023, bride diaries has taken me across the world capturing the most beautiful, fleeting moments in people’s lives. from the italian lakes to the french slopes to london town halls, I’ve documented weddings in every setting and every season always with the same intention: to preserve the feeling of it all. I’m often asked, “what actually is wedding content creation?”. the truth is, it looks different for everyone. but for me, it’s about presence without intrusion. it’s the quiet moments, the in between glances, the conversations you didn’t even realise were happening. it’s being able to watch your day back and see it from every angle as it naturally unfolded. your day is captured seamlessly and unobtrusively, then alongside all the raw footage you recieve, you will recieve a highlights reel thoughtfully edited into something that feels both refined and deeply personal. polished, but never staged. and that’s where the magic lies 🤍 summer 2026 is fully booked. I have limited availability for winter weddings, and my 2027 diary is open with key dates already filling. 2028 will be opening later this year. here’s to another incredible season. I can’t wait to meet my couples, and to work alongside both familiar and new faces in the industry. lots of love, hannah x // captured by @jamesball.weddings shot in the beautiful @hertfordstudios

zoe and danny 🤍 z&d tied the knot at the stunning @innonthelakeweddings last weekend surrounded by the stunning natural hills of the lake district - a location which truly reflects the beauty of their relationship. as soon as i arrived, zoe and danny welcomed me with warmth and open arms. they were simply so excited to get married to each other and it was so magical to see. they were gifted the most beautiful weather for their outdoor ceremony which was - someone up there was shining down on them both on their day! the day itself was something out of a romance novel. they were a real life prince and princess. danny adores zoe and made it incredibly clear that he was there to love and protect her forever onwards. zoe is just as in love with danny, she was smiling all day, even when the clouds opened during photo hour. infectious happiness all round. the happiest day full of raw, real joy and emotion in the perfect location to celebrate their love 🤍 bride and groom: @zoehague @dannyraehybrid content: @bridediariesuk venue: @innonthelakeweddings photographer: @lizzieedaniels videographer: @alpas_media florist: @ameliarosefloralcouture venue dresser: @walterandtheboy chair hire and candles: @thememoryknotco cake: @cakebyhannahjones makeup: @hollieflynnmakeup hair: @wedlocks_ pancakes: @pancakehutuk ceremony singer: @jadeleighsinger drinks reception singer: @annashaunmusic dj: @pressreclive dress: @thewhitecloset roaming band: @houseoflemonuk

alice’s highlights. i’ve just returned from the most beautiful weekend at @kinhousewiltshire for @aliceliveing and paddy’s special weekend 🤍 alice, it was an absolute delight spending your wedding weekend with you, especially your dreamy wedding morning. you truly are the most beautiful person inside and out - it was so special spending those moments with you. i cannot wait to share more from this magical weekend! Bride: @aliceliveing Content: @bridediariesuk Planning and design: @alicewilkesdesign Venue: @kinhousewiltshire Photography: @da.studio.team Flowers: @allforlovelondon Dress: @emma_beaumont_atelier Brides H&MUA: @botiashairandmakeup Bridesmaids MUA: @byannabellamakeupartist Bridesmaids hair: @georgecurranhair Bridesmaids dresses: @maidstomeasure Celebrant: @natraybouldweds Gospel choir: @westendgospel Band: @aston.band Jewellery: @gemima @boodles

genuinely one of my favourite venues ever. the savile club in mayfair boasts some incredible interiors including a stunning grand staircase (perfect for couples photos) and the most beautiful wedding breakfast room. think cherubs, ceiling roses to die for and pillars straight from heaven 🪽 couple: @melissa.whiteside @blaine.whiteside content: @bridediariesuk photo: @fayewildephotography hair: @nataliejaneartistry violin: @athenaoctaviaviolin #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #luxurywedding #londonwedding

clare and jamie - seriously where do I even begin? these two are joy encapsulated in a couple 💫 I had the absolute pleasure of capturing their memories over the weekend from their gorgeous welcome dinner to their stopstopper of a big day to their finale breakfast. I truly didn’t want to leave! the energy was high from start to finish. the incredible celebrant led ceremony (led by the amazing @celebrant_polly_miller ) had their guests sobbing one minute and in fits of laughter the next. the day itself was full of the best music choices, glorious sunshine and amazing vegan food chosen carefully by clare herself @thelittlelondonvegan 🌱 I adored every single second of this weekend. @tomdurnphotography , @everjoyweddingfilms and I didn’t stop smiling! venue: @dewsall.court food: @dewsallcourt content creator: @bridediariesuk photographer: @tomdurnphotography videographer: @everjoyweddingfilms vegan make up artist: @makeupby_harper hair: @kamilarobertshmua dress: @bridalrelovedwanstead artist: peter kuznicki florist: @inbloomflowers.studio celebrant: @celebrant_polly_miller djs: @dobbyclub06 & @liamnobleactor band: big city beats via @entertainmentnationuk pianist: @hmhpianocollective lighting & sound: @thelittlelightingco_ #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #veganwedding #herefordwedding

although england can get a bad rep for it’s unpredictable weather I can promise you that when the sun peeks through and an outdoor ceremony is granted, it is a magical thing 🌸 bride: @jessiesarahjohnson content: @bridediariesuk wedding design and planner: @hannahhopeevents photographer: @annelimphoto videographer: @momento_media mua: @chloeghbridal hair: @katya.valentinahair dress: @pronovias grooms suit: @tomford venue: @fshampshireevents @fshampshire floral design and print: @atouchofkent invitation design: @soontobewed_stationery production: @audiolightdesign entertainment: @jwdjagent @livefunctionentertainment wedding cake: @hayleyelizabethcakedesign watercolour artist: @eventillustrator flower preservation: @flowerpreservation.uk #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #ukweddings #weddinginspo

joyful love in the city with j&l 🕊️ bride: @jeccasweeney content: @bridediariesuk photography: @katiemillardphoto planner: @chapter21weddingsandevents florist: @blaise_flowers mua: @themakeuplabb dress: @divineatelier band: @brigaderoamingband #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #londonweddings #londonwedding

I’m seeing more and more brides with a second wedding dress lined up for the evening party. this usually comes with “what time should I go and get changed?” firstly, I’d start with these questions: 1. how long have you got your photo and video team for? 2. how important is the second look to you? if your answer is until just after first dance and the second look is super important, I would look to change into your evening outfit before first dance and cake cutting. this will give you guaranteed photos in your evening look! if you have a bit more time after first dance with your team and you are desperate to do your first dance in your main dress, then I’d look to get dressed immediately after first dance. these second look changes usually take longer than anticipated, so allow time for touch ups, pee breaks and any fiddly buttons. chatting these things through with your photographer is always your best option - they will be able to advise on timings and help you best! 🕊️ bride: @amyjensor content: @bridediariesuk photography: @imogenevephotography mua: @makeupbycarliex hair: @hair.so.boho venue: @thedorchester #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #londonwedding #londonweddings

M&K sneak peeks. what an incredible day from start to finish. I can’t wait to go through the rest of the pics 🫶 - ceremony @adaytorememberlondon content @bridediariesuk reception @thebroadcasterlondon acoustic duo @sophandsimon dj @realdjchris dress @purecouturebridalboutique mua @makeupbymelissaholly hair @amieelaurenhairdressing @kieransarsonsss @mollyolivialee —— #marylebonewedding #londonwedding #londonweddingphotographer #citywedding #oldmarylebonetownhall

london. I lived there for 28 years until I moved just outside to the countryside. london is an incredible city but it’s not the most friendly place, nor the most relaxing. however, I see it through a different lens when capturing my london weddings. all of a sudden, bypassers rushing for their train stop and smile. tourists get their cameras out and congratulate couples in their own language. strangers shout compliments from the other side of the road. children squeal and whisper ‘she looks beautiful mummy’. taxis beep their horns and people wave and cheer from public transport. weddings soften this hard city and time all of a sudden stands still. capturing m&k’s big day at marylebone town hall at the weekend was a prime example of this. the sun beamed down, the pink confetti flying around. as @jamesball.weddings and I took the newlyweds for a walk around the city, every single person stopped to congratulate in their own way. it is so special, just pure happiness 🕊️ bride and groom: @mollyolivialee @kieransarsonsss content: @bridediariesuk photography: @jamesball.weddings venue: old marylebone town hall @adaytorememberlondon mua: @makeupbymelissaholly hair: @amieelaurenhairdressing dress: @purecouturebridalboutique reception venue: @thebroadcasterlondon dj: @realdjchris bus: @thevintageredbuscompany graphics designer: @tocacreative acoustic duo: @sophandsimon #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #londonweddings #oldmarylebonetownhall

not too hot, not too cold, sun shining - this weekend was the most beautiful weekend 🕊️ and believe it or not, for 3 years running i’ve seen this. we always think the best weather is between june - august, but I think we should be bringing april and may into the mix too! and an added bonus is the gorgeous cherry blossom trees in bloom 🌸 bride: @_izzymartin content: @bridediariesuk photography: @olliebainesphotography makeup: @makeupbyzk hair: @timeabreban florals: @fableflowers coordinator: @lucieannweddingsevents dress: @theweddingworkshopampthill venue: @the_ivy_collection #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #ukweddings #hertfordshireweddings

a&m celebrated their love at the picturesque @nikisresort in perugia. after the most exquisite sunset and a wedding breakfast looking over the mountains drinking limoncello, they took a moment out to decorate their wedding cake and pop open a bottle of champagne. this set the tone for the night ahead - a lot of fun was had 🕊️ my lovely bride melissa was recently featured on @thekiwiweddingpodcast where she talks all things about having an italian destination wedding. head over to spotify to listen! bride and groom: @melissamawdsley @adamawdslee content: @bridediariesuk photography: @luisaapanui venue: @nikisresort mua: @paigeshipstonemakeup hair: @hairtowedbytina dress: @grace_loves_lace shoes: @jimmychoo florals and confetti: @form_floraldesign #weddingcontentcreator #weddingcontentcreatoruk #ukweddingcontentcreator #italianweddingstyle #italywedding