Renny + Andy by Emotions and Math

We want space for our people to chat, laugh, and be present.

Tell us a little about yourselves, what you do, what you love…

We’re Renny and Andy, two quiet souls with very different worlds that somehow fit perfectly together. Both introverts at heart, we find comfort in slow days and the kind of quiet that lets us just be ourselves. I’m an accountant and a content creator, drawn to all things thoughtful and beautiful, from quiet afternoons in art galleries to the simple joy of creating something that inspires. Andy’s a design engineer who sees beauty in structure and detail, and he finds his calm in drawing, anime, and good storytelling.

We experience the world differently, I notice the feeling in things, he notices the form, and somewhere in between, our perspectives meet. It’s that balance of calm and curiosity that keeps us grounded.

How/where/when did you meet – and what were your first impressions?

We first crossed paths at a Chinese New Year celebration in 2012 during uni days. Andy says, “My first impression of her was that she was incredibly cute, with a vibrant, outgoing energy. We ended up side by side at dinner and spent the night talking and laughing.” For me, he felt instantly warm and funny, positive, quick-witted, and effortlessly kind. Thirteen years on, that first ease has grown into something grounded and thoughtfully made.

Tell us about the vision you had for the mood and style of your wedding. (theme, key styling elements, florals, colour palettes etc.).

Because we’re both introverts, we want the day to feel like us, not a show. Think artful and intimate, small thoughtful details, time to breathe, music we actually love. We want space for our people to chat, laugh, and be present. Less fireworks, more feeling, textures you can touch, light that lingers, photos that catch the in-between moments.

I’m not big on heavy florals, not because they aren’t beautiful, they’re just not me, so we’re planning a “no/minimal flowers and candlelight” kind of day. Andy and I love the idea of “tying the knot,” so we’ve leaned into draping, layered textures, and subtle knot details threaded through the styling. Even my bouquet is a fabric bow with the words we wish for our marriage. Our venue is a heritage building with a Manhattan vibe, so we’re keeping the palette classic, warm whites and soft beige so everything feels cohesive. Candlelight runs throughout the space, bringing a gentle glow and so much warmth to our winter wedding, quiet, simple, and exactly us. We’ve also envisioned a curated gallery, combining minimal florals with food styling, to mark five milestones in our story, from our first meeting, through long distance, to the final “yes.”

What styling and visual elements worked best for you? (could be things, the florals, particular hire products or your marquee, etc., something the stylist created or simply just the scenic beauty of your location or the existing design of your venue).

I’m all about neutrals, so The Trust was an easy yes. We fell for the tiled floors and the open, generous feel. The structure isn’t the simplest to style, but we found our rhythm and made it work beautifully. It was exactly what I’d pictured in my head, brought perfectly to life. So I’d say everything honestly, from the draped reception backdrop to the textured tablescapes, worked beautifully. Our food-styled wishing-well table became an eye-catching centrepiece, with our food stylist weaving in subtle Chinese elements that took it to the next level.

What did you enjoy most about the planning process, and do you have any tips for couples starting their wedding planning journey?

My favourite part was making the moodboard. I loved dumping everything into one place and watching the vision start to make sense. Once it’s all on a single board, it’s way easier to edit, what feels like us stays. It also made chats with vendors smoother. 🙂 For couples just starting out: be you. Trends are fun, but the bits you’ll love most are the ones that feel like you two. Pick two or three guiding words, make a moodboard, then keep trimming. Choose a tight palette and repeat it so everything feels cohesive. Think about light (candlelight in winter was magic for us) and leave breathing room in the timeline so you can actually be present. And most importantly,, trust your gut. If a detail doesn’t feel right, skip it. The magic happens when the day is unmistakably yours.

Tell us about your vendors. Were there any standout suppliers you would like to make special mention of?

We’re incredibly grateful to our dream team of vendors. First, our photographer @emotionsandmathweddings, Isla, was with us throughout planning. With a rare creative eye, she helped when we felt stuck, and introduced us to @its_eggy, whose food styling added the most whimsical touch to the day, think, a baguette as a getting-ready bag and butter biscuits as guest name cards. We were in awe of @blacc.flower. From the outset, they fully embraced our vision of minimal florals and statement draping. Their team brought it to life with meticulous execution, layering texture and movement so it felt personal and enduring. They refined the details with creative, precise touches, offering smart ways to enhance the space without overpowering it. Elegant, intentional, and flawlessly delivered. Our hair and makeup artist, Yaya @yaya_makeup_mel, was a gem. When I made a last-minute change to my main gown, she immediately reworked the beauty to suit, keeping everything cohesive and true to the overall aesthetic. Calm, talented, and endlessly supportive, she refined every look so it still felt like “me.” And while Andy and I handled most of the planning and styling, we couldn’t have done it without Callin (our venue planner/on-the-day coordinator from The Goodsmiths) and Steph, their in-house graphic designer. From seamless coordination to stationery that felt so “us,” they made the day effortless and truly personal.

Tell us about your main outfits, what was unique, and is there a story?

My dress story wasn’t a straight line. 🙂 I started with a custom gown, but the final look didn’t feel like me, so I pivoted to Plan B and rented a dress from Wink Atelier overseas. The cut and little details felt right straight away. We didn’t let the custom pieces go to waste. The corset became my getting ready outfit, paired with tailored white pants and a white blazer for a clean, modern feel. The tulle skirt was saved for our first dance, styled with a Saint Laurent lace tank for something easy and romantic. For the after-party, I fell for a Helsa mini from Revolve. With patterned white stockings, it felt fun and a bit cheeky. Andy kept it classic in beige. His suit with a brown tie and bow tie matched the day’s simple, refined vibe. We also had some fun with the buttonhole: a deep red rose for the church to match our dress code, then poker cards and chips at the reception, a little nod to all the card games in our story.

Tell us about your wedding and engagement rings.

We kept our rings classic and timeless. A few months before our tenth anniversary, we tried on styles just for fun, and I fell in love with one in particular. Andy quietly went back, bought that exact ring, and popped the question during our anniversary celebration. The engagement ring is the Cartier 1895 solitaire, simple, elegant, and very us. For our wedding bands, we chose pieces from the same collection. They sit beautifully alongside the solitaire and feel great for everyday wear. Nothing too ornate, just considered, lasting pieces. Together, the set feels calm and refined, a little romantic, and perfectly in step with the mood of our day.

What were one or two elements that were most important to you both that you were happy to spend a little more on? (food, photography, florals, the venue, your outfits?).

We both felt the venue was worth investing in because it’s the foundation for everything, the light, the flow, the architecture, the way guests move and feel in the space. It’s the base our whole styling vision sits on. We wanted people to walk in and instantly think, “This feels like them,” and the venue does a lot of that storytelling before anything else even begins.

For me, outfits and photography. Being a style blogger myself, clothes are how I express myself. I wanted pieces that felt signature, like they had my name on them, beautifully cut, considered, and true to who I am. That was worth spending a little extra on. The same goes for photography, finding a photographer who shares our aesthetic was non-negotiable. We wanted someone who could see the day the way we see it and translate that into images we’ll love forever. Investing there gave us total peace of mind and, honestly, the most “us” version of the day.

Was there a favourite moment (or two) that you will treasure always?

The room reveal was the moment that stopped us in our tracks. After months of moodboards and little decisions, seeing it all click in real life felt like pure magic. We just stood there for a beat, no rush, no schedule, letting the glow and the quiet sink in. It was the exact room we’d been carrying in our heads, brought to life. That first look will be the memory we hold onto forever.