Marisa Abela Debuts Wedding Ring at London Fashion Week as She Attends Emilia Wickstead Show Following Sussex Wedding
The Back to Black star, newly married to Jamie Bogyo, appeared at London Fashion Week in a black tailored look, later switching to an ivory gown for the reception after exchanging vows at a 15th‑century manor.
Marisa Abela, the British actress known for Back to Black, was photographed Sunday at London Fashion Week’s Emilia Wickstead show, just days after she tied the knot with EastEnders actor Jamie Bogyo. The couple wed in a late‑afternoon ceremony at Firle Place, a 15th‑century manor house in Sussex, in a ceremony marked by personal readings and a soundtrack drawn from the couple’s shared history.
Abela stepped onto the front row in a sleek black tailleur co-ord, featuring a cropped buttoned blazer paired with a matching midi skirt. She completed the look with black stilettos and a compact leather mini bag, styling her hair into a high slicked ponytail and radiating the glow of a week that began with her wedding celebrations. The outing placed Abela alongside a star‑studded entourage, including Hayley Atwell and Naomie Harries, as fashion‑week cameras captured her first public moments since the ceremony.
The wedding itself was intimate and carefully choreographed around the couple’s long‑standing affection. Abela and Bogyo exchanged vows at Firle Place in a ceremony described by attendees as personal and meaningful. The bride walked down the aisle to the theme from Cinema Paradiso, a nod to the intimate moments the pair shared early in their relationship. Jamie Bogyo served as the groom, while Nate Janis, Bogyo’s childhood friend, officiated as best man. Readings were provided by both of the couple’s fathers, and friends from drama school—Liadán Dunlea and Iwan Davis—delivered a live performance of May You Never, a John Martyn tune that held particular resonance for the couple. These details were corroborated by multiple outlets reporting the event and were later highlighted in a British Vogue photo feature that showcased Abela’s bridal style.
In July, Abela and Bogyo announced their engagement in affectionate posts that captured the momentum of the relationship, including a Primrose Hill celebration echoing the late Amy Winehouse, whom Abela portrayed in Back to Black. Bogyo shared a collection of photos of the moment, with Abela’s caption describing herself as a “weeping mess” as he proposed, a sentiment that the couple shared publicly while preparing for their wedding weekend.
The bridal attire for the ceremony drew significant attention in its own right. According to British Vogue’s coverage, Abela wore a satin Emilia Wickstead gown for the ceremony, featuring a dramatic nine‑foot veil. The dress, described as inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s timeless elegance, featured a drop waist, sculpted off‑the‑shoulder micro‑sleeves, and a tailored corset that created a sleek silhouette. Accessories included diamond drop earrings and a sparkling diamond headpiece, with Abela’s hair arranged in a polished, slicked‑back bun. Her footwear consisted of custom Jimmy Choo Max 150 heels, personalized with the couple’s initials on the sole, a sentimental touch that complemented the overall styling.
Following the ceremony, the newlyweds gathered their guests for a confetti shower and a reception that extended into the evening. The couple’s plans included an intimate dinner at Soho House Brighton, followed by a lively night of dancing. Ahead of the big day, Abela had already set the tone for the weekend in London with a rehearsal dinner look that featured a custom dress by The Own Studio and a chic Noel Stewart hat.
For those who track the couple’s fashion and wedding milestones, the event also marked Abela’s return to the public eye just a week after her ceremony. In addition to the lavish haute‑couture moments, the couple’s weekend showcased the interplay between high fashion and personal milestone events, a trend that often defines contemporary celebrity weddings in the public sphere. Abela’s post‑wedding style choices also included a second Emilia Wickstead ensemble for the evening reception: an ivory Micheline gown that formed a sophisticated column silhouette with a tailored fit and a wide‑set square neckline. Abela told British Vogue that the ivory gown was selected for its ability to balance elegance with practicality on the dance floor, explaining, “It was its own show‑stopping moment with its simplicity and cut, but it was slightly more practical, I needed something to be able to dance in.” She added that the look allowed her to be both sexy and true to her personal sense of style, with tailoring and the option to move freely on the dance floor proving to be the deciding factors.
In public appearances, Bogyo presented a refined, classic counterpoint to Abela’s couture, wearing a custom double‑breasted tuxedo by Dunhill with black‑and‑white detailing. The pair’s styling underscored a balance between modern fashion sensibilities and timeless elegance, a combination that carried through both their wedding weekend and their fashion‑forward public appearances.
The couple’s social‑media and press narratives have consistently underscored a strong sense of shared history and mutual support. Abela’s engagement announcement and subsequent wedding were described as a blend of romance and personal significance, with the couple’s closest friends contributing to the weekend’s festivities. The public emphasis on the couple’s journey—through a long‑standing relationship, an engagement that culminated in a scenic proposal on Primrose Hill, and a ceremony that mixed classic romance with contemporary style—reflects a pattern in which celebrities integrate major life events with high‑visibility fashion moments.
As Abela continues to gain prominence in major projects, including acclaimed performances that have drawn critical attention, the public narrative around her personal life remains closely tied to her artistic work and the way she frames her public appearances. The Emilia Wickstead show provided a notable backdrop for her first major public appearance since becoming a newlywed, and the couple’s ongoing celebrations illustrate how personal milestones are increasingly interwoven with fashion cycles and media coverage in the culture and entertainment landscape.