Our Bridal Party
The Bride & Groom:
Molly Allen & Tom Bramley
Meet Ruth - Mother of the Bride
Meet Paul - Father of the Bride
Meet Jacko
Jacko has always been like a brother to Tom. They met at the age of 5, as Tom’s Nan lived on the same street as Jacko. Tom looks back at his times with Jacko and his family with such fondness and love. Marie and Ray (Jacko’s mum and dad) helped to look after Tom and they would always include him in their family outings, which he is eternally grateful for. He also remembers many days going on walks with Jacko, his dad and their family dog. He also loved playing action figures in the sand in his front garden together as children but as Jacko and Tom got older their little hideaway became Jimmy’s and then Revolucion De Cuba - drinking Red Stripe and dancing!
Meet Marc
Marc and Tom have become friends over the past 5 years and Tom says he is pleased to have met such a genuine guy. Tom feels Marc is a perfect role model, who he really looks up to. Tom and Marc have shared many lovely memories, from holidaying in the Maldives, to staying (or dodging) a bedsit in Parnell street, Dublin. Marc is loved by everyone who meets him and he is generous, fun and witty. Tom’s favourite memory of Marc was when they went to Portugal, they went to a 5* restaurant… Marc managed to get the whole of the restaurant up dancing, doing the conga!!
Meet Scarlett
Scarlett is big sister to Molly and is looked up to by both of her younger sisters and many more people who know her. Molly says that Scarlett is one of a kind, her heart is so giving and pure and she brightens up the lives of so many - over the years, she’s been the perfect role model… guiding her sisters and showing the way. Scarlett is constantly thinking of others and loves to make others feel good but doesn’t like any recognition for it - she is so loving and thoughtful. Molly’s funny memory of Scarlett is when Scarlett called an ambulance once and blamed Molly for doing so!! Molly did get the blame (until years after when her parents realised it couldn’t have been her)!! Molly also treasures the memories where her and Scarlett would make up dance routines, make dens and organise shows and sales on the ‘green’ outside their house.
Meet Erin
Erin is Molly’s youngest sister who is loved and treasured by the whole family and anyone who has the honour of knowing her!! Erin is so naturally beautiful and she is modest and so down to earth. Molly says that whilst Erin is her youngest sister, she gives the best advice and always knows what to say - she is a great listener and always puts others before herself - there isn’t anything she wouldn’t do for the people she loves and cares for. Molly also says she is super forgiving and over the years, Erin probably deserves a medal! Molly has many memories with Erin, from coaching Erin Irish dancing- making her do dances twice through, to Molly paying Erin to tidy her room and do her jobs… as well as locking poor Erin in a cupboard when Molly’s friends came over to play - it goes to show sister love really is unbreakable!
Meet Adrianne
Adrianne has known Molly since Molly started Irish Dancing. Molly comments how Adrianne is adored by everyone who meets her! She oozes class and is beautiful both inside and out!! Recently Molly convinced a group of people Adrianne was a member of the royal family! Adrianne’s smile is infectious and she gives her all to all that she does. Molly’s funny memory of Adrianne is when they went to Portugal together and pretended Ruth and Paddy were in a care home. They even bought them matching hats to wear! Ruth and Paul didn’t find it funny at first but by the end of the trip and after a few drinks, they lightened up a bit!!
Meet Binky
Bianca and Molly ended up in the same form at Secondary School. Two big characters coming together brought great strength (together they were a force to be reckoned with) and also some home truths! Molly says Bianca is a true inspiration and is incredibly intelligent - she values her honesty and straight talking nature. Her funny memory of Bianca is when they went knocker door running in the hotel in France when in Year 7. They got caught by the teachers. When it says ‘they’… it was Molly’s idea, Bianca got caught and had to sit at the front of the bus the next day … Molly seemed to get away with it, this time! Best friends don’t tell!
Meet Dom
Molly has known Dominique longer than any of her other friends but it’s a wonder Dominique has stayed around!! They met together when they lived in Oakwood, on the same street. Molly says Dominique is so beautiful and generous, she has a kind and gentle nature and nothing is ever too much trouble. As children, they were inseparable. Molly has so many memories of her and Dominique causing mischief but one of her favourites is when Molly convinced Dominique she could make chocolate. Together they made a mess in the kitchen and Dominique was told she had to eat it for her pudding for the week. (We don’t think this happened but Molly avoided the house for that week so she didn’t have to eat any… Molly’s cooking skills haven’t improved much since!)
Meet Ella
Molly and Ella met due to both families being close friends. Back in the day, Molly used to tutor Ella, making up silly rhymes and poems to help her remember many aspects of maths! Molly says Ella is incredibly courageous. She has the highest standards and is incredibly determined. She is intelligent, academically and emotionally and is wise beyond her years. Ella cheers Molly up with her witty comments. Molly’s funny memory with Ella was when she planned to take her to London for Ella’s birthday. Molly arrived to collect Ella and she slept through her alarm! The girls made London by the skin of their teeth and laughed about it all weekend!!
Meet Row
Molly met Row when she got her first teaching job over 10 years ago. Molly says Row is someone she looks up to and really admires - she feels that Row has certainly shaped her to become the person she is today. Row has often guided Molly and pushed her to progress with her career.
Molly’s funny memory of Row is when Molly decided Row was too serious to be her friend, as time went on - she realised that judgement couldn’t have been more wrong - the laughs, chats, holidays and fun times they have together are so very special! A true friendship, like no other.
Meet Tasha
Tasha and Molly met in Year 7 at St Benedict’s School. Over the years they have got up to some mischief! Molly says Tasha is incredibly loyal and dedicated and she really does know how to party! Molly’s funny memory of Natasha is when they went camping with her family and Molly sulked in the tent for 3 days because she couldn’t have a ‘Bench’ top - Natasha, needless to say, being the ‘glass half full’ person that she is made the best of a bad situation and had a great time with Paddy and Ruth!
Meet Zoe
Zoe and Molly met at family parties when they were younger and instantly found they had lots in common! Molly says Zoe has an ability to always cheer her up - she is easy going and fun, she is kind and gentle but will also speak her mind! Molly says because she knows Zoe ‘she has been changed for good.’ Molly says there are so many funny memories with Zoe, where they both laugh uncontrollably - sometimes they aren’t even sure what they are laughing about, from baby voices, to silly songs and impressions - there is never a dull moment! One of Molly’s favourite memories of her and Zoe is when they used to spend most days sleeping over at each other’s houses, often singing songs from wicked! Then on Zoe’s 21st birthday they had a lovely trip to London where they went to watch the show and had tons and tons of fun!
