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Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Garden Party Wedding With Chinese Tradition

Couple Kim & John wanted to have a wedding that embodied “garden party’ vibes with romantic and glamorous nods. They incorporated a traditional Chinese tea ceremony into their ceremony, and the tea set pattern was mirrored in the reception linens to tie it all together, along with Chinese cookie favors with unique fortunes for each guest.

Hurricane Ian Destroyed Their Original Venue – So They Made Magic on Marco Island Instead!

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Soft Blues Soft Grey and Bright White [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Floral focused Garden party with a sophisticated timeless appeal and a nod to Florida [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The gown was a strapless Vera Wang stunner with tulle overlay and large modern floral embroidery . The detached tulle shawl, that was added for the ceremony, provided a surprise for the groom when Madalyn took her first steps toward him down the aisle. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The soft grey silk BHLDN spaghetti strapped gowns were a perfect accent to the soft modern palette providing just the right amount of contrast from the stark white bouquets. Our Brides-man chose to match the groomsmen with a black tux but stood out from the crowd with a bouquet of greenery. [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]In order to remain classic and timeless, we chose a formal Tux through The Black Tux for all of the gentleman. However, in order to stay modern we paired the tux with a clean white pocket square and chose to forgo the boutonniere [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]First course was a Bib Wedge Salad with shaved stilton bleu, toasted walnuts, proscuitto and a champagne vinaigrette. The main course – was a choice of 3 entrees: coriander dusted Gulf Grouper filet with spiced tomatillo nage, or a shrimp/beef duo. Three Jumbo Gulf Shrimp and a Petit Tenderloin of beef with chive beurre blanc and demi-glace, or a black truffle risotto with roasted portabella and garlic chive. For dessert, the couple kept it traditional with serving their wedding cake – but…added espresso martinis to compliment.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]To celebrate Florida we leaned into the beautiful blue tones the ocean provides and paired that with lattice work that compliments the old Florida lifestyle we love here. Soft white Garden Roses and Sweet-pea provided that true bright white that helps modernize the esthetic. We played with pattern to keep the energy light and playful while staying true to the lattice pattern that began as the accent to the otherwise traditional Chuppah structure custom designed for Madalyn and Sam by Trinity Rentals. The lattice design could also be found in their escort display that was built onto a hedge wall and constructed on site by Kaleidoscope Florals with tags that showed X’s and O’s. The X’ and O’s were a key element too as the couple shows their love by saying “I love you like XO”. We took that sentiment and thread it through to the Menus designed by Script Me Pretty and the Lattice paper with a subtle x and o hidden within. Small wooden Tic Tac Toe games could be found on cocktail tables for a little lighthearted fun to continue the xo playful gesture.
We wanted to fill the space with candlelight and florals so we opted for tall modern lined candelabras and large scale floral trees created by Kaleidoscope florals. The lighting was the icing on the cake by Luminary and CO to highlight the tall florals and give dimension to the entire space. -JetSetWed[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Our cake was created by Sweetified Cakes and inspired by the brides gown with airy wafer paper flowers jumping off the cake to add that bit of whimsy and play. We framed the cake with lattice paper accented arched walls provided by Plithos Rentals for the perfect cake cutting scene. -JetSetWed[/field]
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You could likely have guessed it by now but the couple chose “I love you like XO” by Beyonce for their first dance song. -JetSetWed

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Espresso Martinis are making a big statement in weddings today and ours was no exception with a tower of coupes through Savoir Event Rentals on cocktail tables lining the foyer for the guests to enjoy during dessert service. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Lorena of Script Me Pretty created place cards for each guest that framed their names in A floral X pattern or O pattern to identify their meal choice.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The couples wedding was originally planned for Captiva Island, Florida. Unfortunately the devastation of Hurricane Ian impacted Captiva Island greatly destroying their venue, and they had to pivot their entire wedding in 7.5 weeks. Their incredible planner JetSetWed (also personally impacted by the hurricane herself) immediately got to work securing the couple a new venue. And we mean immediately. With no power to the region, and incredibly spotty (read; mostly non existent) cell coverage – Kehrin of JetSetWed still managed to use the power of social media (Instagram) to find an open venue for the couple’s date. Instagram, surprisingly, was one of the only forms of communication that would send out through stories, during the days following the storm. It was truly a miracle – and a testimony to having professionals on your wedding team. Where there is love – there is always a way! And plan B in Marco Island – well we think you’d never guess it was ever plan B. :) – Hunter Ryan Photo[/field]
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A Classic Black And White Wedding With A Modern Twist

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Giselle and Zane wanted to keep their wedding palette clean and classic in black and white, with pops of gold. They are drawn toward clean lines and modern but classic touches. White and black fit the bill perfectly!

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The overall aesthetic was a modern take on a clean and timeless look. They wanted to incorporate fun and unexpected elements throughout their day to keep guests excited and to bring in personal touches that made the wedding feel more customized.

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Giselle and Zane were traveling around Thailand and one night Zane planned a private sunset dinner overlooking the ocean. Giselle was asking Zane to take what he recalls as “a million pictures” of her along the way, so he told her the view behind her looked amazing if she wanted to have him take some photos of her. When she turned around, he was down on one knee, and he asked her to marry him!

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Giselle found her dress at Nyanza Bridal, where the owner Ashley helped her find her dream gown. On the wedding day she wore “Angelica” by Reem Acra, a strapless, re-embroidered French lace column gown with an exposed back and Chantilly lace corset detail. Giselle was one of the very last brides ever to have this dress, as it was discontinued right after she bought it. She is also the only one in the Pacific Northwest to have bought it, making it extra special!

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The bridesmaids wore Jenny Yoo floor-length gowns in a beautiful soft blush color. Giselle loved how Jenny Yoo had a lot of clean, simple designs offered in a wide size range to accommodate all of her ladies. All the bridesmaids wore blush stone droplet earrings from Anthropologie that perfectly coordinated with their beautiful Jenny Yoo dresses.

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The groom and groomsmen were all styled by Annette Dresser of J. Hilburn. Zane was dressed in a Windsor Blue Italian custom suit with a custom Italian white shirt with navy in the button thread. She paired these with an Italian navy tie, pocket square, and tobacco brown belt, and formal shoes from ToBoot. The groomsmen wore a similar look with a custom suit in storm blue twill-paired white shirts, Italian ties, tobacco shoes, and belts.

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The bar was very important to this fun-loving couple! Their signature drinks were each named after their dogs. The bar signs featured painted images of each of their dogs next to their namesake drink. There was a “Peach Bellini” for their dog Peach which was served in a flute with a gold acrylic drink charm and there was a “Molly Mule” for their pup Molly that was served in a Moscow mule glass and sported a gold acrylic stirrer. They also had a stunning ice luge that featured a wedding bouquet frozen inside of it. This station had its own special cocktail that would be served through the luge and right into guests’ glasses. It was a fun and interactive moment for all the guests!

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We wanted to keep the floral timeless and classic while still making a statement. Sal Floral Design stuck with an all-white color palette with plenty of polished greenery. We achieved a sophisticated, whimsical, and classic look that was entirely Giselle and Zane!

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Giselle and Zane are big candy people and their wedding was 100% going to reflect that! They had a small ornate cutting cake with a beautiful flower petal design by The SweetSide, along with a massive dessert bar. Since M&Ms are one of their favorite treats, we served custom M&Ms with their monogram and wedding date on them.

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Favors were another great opportunity to show off Giselle and Zane’s personality and wedding story. Their favors were custom-made boxed candles, each with a drawing of their venue and their wedding logo in gold foil. This was paired with custom matchboxes featuring a coordinating venue and wedding date graphic. “A Perfect Match” was displayed as the sign on their favor table, and guests could use their candle sets to remember Giselle and Zane’s special day over and over again!

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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]After seeing a live wedding painter at a friend’s wedding, Giselle & Zane knew they had to have one when they tied the knot! They hired artist Greg Kalamar to paint their wedding celebration and now have this beautiful keepsake hanging in their house as a memento for years to come. [/field]
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Vintage Meets Glam Wedding at the Historic Mason Dallas

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]White and green.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]I wanted my wedding to be vintage and glam with a little dark moody twist. My venue, The Mason, did most of the work for me which was great! I still wanted the timeless look while letting the venue really shine through! So I really stuck with white flowers and neutral colors that really let the venue be the star of the show.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Austin and I were going skiing with some friends at the end of December of 2021. This was an annual trip we have started taking with our friends Dan and Carley so I was not suspicious at all. We got in quite a bit earlier than our friends so Austin told me he made a cocktails reservation and a dinner reservation to celebrate my birthday early as my birthday is January 17th. He said it was a surprise which I thought was sweet so I just went with it and allowed him to lead the day! It was BLIZZARDING on our way from the airport to the Air Bnb so much so that we couldn’t see more than 10 feet in front of the car. I could tell Austin was nervous but he said driving in this weather was the cause. We got to the Air Bnb and quickly changed for dinner and headed into Vail Village. As soon as we parked the snow slowed to a beautiful flurry. As our cocktail location was a surprise to me I just let Austin lead the way via Google maps. We started walking behind buildings and there was no one else around and I started to question his navigation skills. We got to this gorgeous bridge that had a frozen creek beneath it and I stopped to take pictures. I remember Austin kind of urging me to keep walking which is unusual for him but I went with it. At the other end of the bridge I saw a girl and what appeared to be her boyfriend taking photos of her with a professional grade camera and I said out loud to Austin “Oh my gosh I think they are about to get engaged!”. I think at that moment he knew he was about to completely surprise me! As we got to the other end of the bridge he dropped to one knee and asked me to marry him! The photographers turned out to be for us and they captured the whole moment! It was such a sweet day and the way he planned every detail meant so much to me. I wish I could relive that moment over and over again![/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]My dress is “Sandra” by Sarah Seven. I purchased it at The Lovely Bride Dallas. I had been following Sarah Seven on Instagram for a while and LOVED how simple and elegant yet chic all of her dresses are. My top three dresses were all Sarah Seven but I just knew Sandra was the one! I loved the pearls that cover the entire dress and obviously the top tulle detail off the shoulders was just so stunning and unique. I actually got a different bottom from the stock version put on my dress. I wanted the longer train because it made me feel more bridal and I LOVE the way it turned out.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]I got my Bridesmaids dresses from Birdy Grey. I loved the Emerald color and fabric and especially the price point. I didn’t want my bridesmaids spending a bunch of money for my wedding. I felt like the dress options allowed for each of my girls to find a dress that made them feel confident and beautiful! I think they looked so much more luxe than their price point and all of my bridesmaids said they fit so well and were comfortable![/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsman, my dad and Austin all got their navy blue tuxes from the BLK Tux. Austin said the process was so easy and they all looked really handsome. I really wanted the navy tux because I felt like it was a little trendier but as it was still a tux they were still a timeless look.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Our caterer was CN Catering out of Dallas and they really were the BEST to work with. All of the food was amazing! We had three kinds of passed hors d’oeurves during the cocktail hour; mac n’ cheese balls (a big hit!), crab wontons, and spicy chili chicken. For the main meal we had mixed green salads, pan seared chicken with tomatillo garlic cream sauce and queso fresco, garlic broccolini, and thyme roasted fingerling and sweet potatoes. Everything was wonderful!

For our drinks we had a full bar during the cocktail hour and reception portion of the night with a Margarita and Manhattan as our signature cocktails. During the dinner portion of the night we only did wine service. My dads good friend, Atsmon Shahar, owns his own winery, Piezo, so we exclusively served that all night. We served the 2017 Chardonnay as our white option and the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon as our red option. My family loved our wine so having a high quality wine option was really important to us![/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]My florist was Pick a Daisy DFW. She did a great job capturing my vision. I wanted alot of baby’s breath and white roses as I thought those two together take up so much space and are so beautiful. I had tall baby’s breath arrangements at most of my guests tables and short rose and baby’s breath at the remaining guest tables. I had a long babys breath and rose arrangement going down the entire head table that was accompanied with so many candles! All of the columns were wrapped in greenery which i think made it feel like it was in a greenhouse! My alter was covered in greenery and white roses. It was all so beautiful. I would say my favorite thing about weddings is the flowers. They really make a brides whole vision come true! I wanted people to walk into dinner and be wowed by the florals at each table while also letting the natural beauty of my venue shine through as well.[/field]
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Describe your wedding cake/sweets.
For dessert we did pie instead of cake! We got our delicious pies from Sweet Lucy’s Pies out of Fort Worth, TX. Lindsey was amazing to work with and her pies are to die for! We had three options: Smores, Carmel Apple, and Butterscotch Meringue.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Our pastor, Graham McMillan, is a close friend so he already knew us well and really tailored our ceremony to us. I wanted our ceremony to be centered on Christ and set a precedent of God being the center of our marriage. Our good friend and groomsman, Jake Sesker, played piano and sang our processional songs which was so beautiful and special. Our band, The Little Wedding Band, handled the rest of the music for the night. They were AMAZING. Our dance floor was packed the entire reception. Everyone had so much fun and they really listened to what I wanted and created the best vibe for the evening![/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]My bouquet was wrapped in Austin’s grandmothers gloves which was so special. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]We wanted to include our dogs, Milton and Forest, in the wedding even though they weren’t able to join in on the fun so we had them on all all of our cocktail napkins and named our signature cocktails after each of them! [/field]
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A Baby’s Breath Dream at Club Pelican Bay

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Clean and Bright Whites, with small touches of green leaf accents. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Since the Bride was a true fashionista, we wanted to stay a little more classic in our choices for colors and decor so the overall look of the Wedding would remain relevant with passage of time, instead of being overly trendy. The vibe was Clean, Mod with Organic Elements of Baby’s Breath sprinkled in for texture.

Striking white lacquer tables and acrylic ghost chairs paired with smokey grey glassware and baby’s breath clouds proved to be a romantic, yet moody wedding Day for Alexa and Matt. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Alexa & Matt’s first date in June 2010 was High SchoolProm, and after their prom, they went out to the Hamptons, where they had an after-prom party and bonfire on the beach. After a long night, Matt took care of her and carried her up the dunes back to the house. Fast forward 10 years later, Matt proposed in the same spot on the beach at Gurney’s (a Hamptons Resort which was 100 yards from where he first carried her up the stairs).

On the day of the proposal, they went horseback riding, had a spa day, and then Matt brought Alexa back to a private spot that was decorated with old photos of the two of them, flowers, champagne and a photographer to capture the moment! It was absolutely perfect. Their parents met them the next day, and stayed overnight for a long weekend to share in the moment! [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The Bride wore a sleek, Trumpet gown by designer, Monique Lhuiller. The dress had a tight bodice with a trumpet flare at the bottom, pearl buttons down the back, and a luxe train trailing behind- but the obvious standout detail were her fabulous statement sleeves. The puff ball sleeves brought back a retro style that we could not get enough of! [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The Bridesmaids each wore a slightly varied style of Jenny Yoo’s gowns. Their light sage color in satin sheen was an effortless look, that kept the overall Bridal Party as a perfect compliment to the Bride. [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The gentlemen were dressed to the nines in black, Vera Wang tuxedos with matching black dress shoes. A small spring of hand-tied baby’s breath as a boutonniere and a white pocket square completed their look. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Espresso Martinis and Tequila Shots for Signature Drinks at Cocktail Hour, Why Not? They paired their two favorite drinks as an unlikely but FUN offering right after guests left the ceremony.

Champagne is about as classic as they come when you are deciding on drinks, so as guests came up the stairs from cocktail hour, the Bride and Groom were on display – pouring champagne into the top of a stacked Coupe Tower. The staff from Club Pelican Bay were handing out the filled coupes to the arriving guests, so instead of hanging champagne pre-set on the tables, guests were able to partake in a fun “action station” of sorts, put on by the guests of honor.

Passed hors d’oeuvres at the Cocktail Party included Lobster Arancini, Ahi Tuna Wontons, Beef Satay, Crab Cakes, Spanakopita and Duck Spring Rolls. In addition to the passed bites was a Raw Bar Station with a MUST-HAVE for the couple – Oysters. Both Kumamoto and PEI oyster varieties were offered and displayed on a beautiful ice sculpture alongside cocktail shrimp.

Guests had the option of 10oz New York Strip Steak or Wild Isles Salmon for their entrees, both served with Potato Dauphinoise and Haricot Vert with a Carrot Ribbon. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The Custom Invitation from Grey & Cake truly set the tone for this Wedding Weekend. The sage letterpress invitations were wrapped in a lasercut “baby’s breath” printed wrap and tied together with a sage ribbon. The Duogram, Menus and even envelope liner had additional accents of the printed baby’s breath that carried through the reception details.

The white perimeter room drape, white vinyl dance floor, and white stage surround were all a big part of neutralizing the room – which gave us a blank slate to work with. Then we brought in sleek, long and square lacquer tables to bring the element of clean-lined furniture, which gives a more modern uplift to the space that linens don’t quite achieve.

We took advantage of the dining room’s built-in alcove (normally used for the Band’s stage) and created a cozy little bar lounge in the room. We opened the drape with gathered swags, that made for an inviting space to order your favorite cocktail.

In terms of the tablescape, we had three varieties of centerpieces for each of the table shapes mixed into the layout. Candelabras wrapped with baby’s breath garland, bud vases of baby’s breath and long rows of flickering candlelight on the king’s tables.

Without a doubt, the WOW moment in the room came from the ethereal Baby’s Breath clouds that were suspended from the ceiling. Kaleidoscope Florals arranged these beautiful clusters of delicate stems from random points in the room, and also focused a large statement piece hanging from the room’s central chandelier. You could not miss these pieces of art that seem to bring in some fun texture in such a stark white space[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The Wedding cake was understated, with white textured ruffle layers, and a runner of baby’s breath trailing down the right side of the cake. Sassy Cakes did a beautiful job adding the right amount of texture to the cake, while keeping it simple. Alexa & Matt cut into this vanilla and raspberry delight and proceeded to feed each other right off the knife.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]When you have been together for 10+ years, it makes it incredibly special to have someone that has watched your story evolve perform the ceremony. The Bride’s cousin, Lindsay, officiated the ceremony with a very heartfelt performance. The Bride and Groom wrote their own vows, that touched on so many meaningful moments in their history – that reduced the guests to tears.

Jade Strings provided a Violin & Cello duo for the ceremony, and Alexa walked down the aisle to “Thousand Years”. The Newlyweds exited with a more upbeat “Higher Love” as they skipped back down the aisle.

The Newlyweds danced their First Dance to “Dancing in the Moonlight”, performed by The Headliners Band, but surprised everyone with a more upbeat “2nd Dance” song (after dinner) to the infamous Dirty Dancing song, “Time of My Life” with a spinning lift and all! When the cold sparks went off for THAT moment of the song – the guests went wild!

Alexa and her Mother danced an emotional “Mother-Daughter” dance to Celine Dion’s “Because You Loved Me” and Matt danced with his Mom to Melissa Smith “Seems Like Yesterday”. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]We have definitely seen the Bride change into a “party dress” before, but this time around the Bride AND Groom had a Costume Change and swapped color schemes. Reversing the rolls, Alexa traded her white dress for a sheer, black sequin Dolce and Gabbana Dress with “Til Death Do Us Part” Tulle gloves. She even had the stylist stay to update her hair look, and add in a matching Tulle bow. Matt hung up his black tuxedo jacket and donned a White Dinner Jacket, accented with a black pocket square. Before they came back to the party for their “2nd First Dance”, they took a few minutes to do some high-fashion flash portraits, including some cozy ones in the venue’s elevator. This couple was HOT, HOT, HOT! [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Since the Dinner Reception was upstairs and the Afterparty was tucked away downstairs, we wanted to have a fun transition between the two spaces. We brought in some Hora Loca Dancers to join in on the Band’s last song – bursting into the room with high-energy dance moves and elaborate costumes. Once they caught all the guests’ attention, they led everyone out of the room (Bride and Groom out in front) and single file down the staircase- right into the afterparty! The party never lost it’s momentum – in fact, I think it had a second wind as they came into the Afterparty space and met a dancing Mirror Man face to face! DJ Dayve had the beats popping as guests arrived for the next part of the evening. [/field]
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A Tuscany-Inspired Wedding in Vancouver Complete With Fine Art Details

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]White, cream, beige, champagne and mauve[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Kiki and Michael’s Tuscany-inspired wedding is a beautiful and romantic celebration of love and union. The organic greenery, with different shades of flowers in white, cream, beige, champagne, and mauve, creates a soft and effortless ambiance that captures the essence of a Tuscan summer. The couple also decided to incorporate paintings from the bride’s father, who is a renowned painter in Asia, throughout the venue to reflect their Chinese roots.

The ceremony takes place in the lush rose garden surrounded by cypress trees, with a whimsical organic arch of greenery and soft blooms serving as the backdrop for the bride and groom. Guests are surrounded with greenery, wildflowers and herbs, adding to the organic and natural feel of the event. The reception is held on the charming terrace overlooking the mountains in the distance, with hanging chandeliers, romantic draping, and more organic florals to add to the understated yet romantic ambiance. The tables are decorated with timeless and elegant centerpieces made up of vases filled with the same soft blooms and greenery used in the ceremony. The dinner is a leisurely and relaxed affair, with guests feasting on delicious Tuscan cuisine and toasting the happy couple with glasses of crisp, local wine. Kiki and Michael even customized the wine labels with their engagement photos to add another extra touch to the evening.

As the night draws to a close, guests are invited to witness Kiki and Michael’s magical first dance beneath the stars. The bride and groom take their final twirl on the dance floor, surrounded by the love and joy of their friends and family. This Tuscany inspired wedding is a true celebration of love, romance, and the beauty of nature. The timeless yet elegant design and organic elements created an unforgettable experience of blissfulness that will be cherished for years to come.
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[field title=”Proposal Story”]The proposal took place on a warm summer night, Michael and Kiki took a walk around Granville Island before their dinner reservation. He took her to a secluded area surrounded by the waterfront where he had hired professional photographers to capture the moment. He convinced her to take some pictures since they were all dressed up and when he saw the opportunity that’s when he got down on one knee and waited for her to notice him. Michael was so nervous at the time when Kiki finally noticed, his mind went blank and all he could muster up was a faint “will you marry me?”[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Kiki wore a beautiful mermaid lace gown from Pronovias. The dress crafted with layers of intricate lace appliques and a light scatter of champagne and silver beading. The delicate off the shoulder straps added playful details, while the deep sweetheart neckline added that extra romance. Kiki completed her look with a plain cathedral veil.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The Bridesmaids wore a dusty-rose coloured maxi dress from Lulu’s with a baby breath flower bridesmaid bouquet [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The Groomsmen were all wearing black suits from Indochino with a dusty-rose coloured tie and pochette to match the bridesmaid dresses, along with personalized tie clips with their initials. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests were greeted with champagne upon their arrival. Canapés were served during cocktail hour in the garden. The couple also selected their signature drink featuring the Empress 1908 Gin from Victoria, BC to bring more local elements as well as that touch of mauve to tie in with the design of the wedding.
Plated dinners were designed by the head chef to bring both Italian affair and west coast together. Guests were served at the long table under the Terrace.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]An Organic statement arch was designed for the ceremony altar. The aisle was filled with flowers in the Rose Garden. Guests were seated at the long tables under the terrace. The columns were decorated with white draping, chandeliers, and a beautiful flower arch. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]A timeless and elegant three-tiered wedding cake was designed for the wedding with the couple’s logo. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The wedding had live music playing the entire time, during the ceremony there was a live harpist and violinist playing the bridal party in.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The entrance to the venue and the tea ceremony room were decorated with paintings from the bride’s father with traditional Chinese oil paintings [/field]
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Antique Blue Summer Wedding at Modern Oklahoma Ranch

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The wedding palette was antique blues, light blue, dark blue, whites, golds and greens.

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Blair Sims Events created an airy, garden-inspired summer wedding with gorgeous shades of blue. The chinoiserie touches added a perfect timeless accent to the whole look. She also combined shades of blue to create depth and dimension in the ceremony and reception spaces. An abundance of heavy candles was also important to create romantic lighting well into the night.

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Grace wore a gorgeous form-fitting satin Pronovias gown with a stunning statement bow in the back. The dress was selected from Patsy’s Bridal in Dallas, TX, and could not have been more perfect for her day.

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Grace and Corbin wanted casual light bites that allowed people to mix and mingle without putting a focus on formal dining. The menu included a peach caprese salad and crab cakes as appetizers. For the dinner portion, short rib, mashed potatoes with grilled vegetables were served. The couples specialty cocktails included a whisky and sprite for the Mr., and vodka, and lime juice with lavender simple syrup for the Mrs. They also offered a Metz margarita for guests to enjoy that served as an ode to their new shared last name.

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Aligned with the color palette of antique blues and whites, Kelly, with Poppy Lane Design created beautiful floral arrangements for Grace and Corbin’s special day. Stunning blue delphinium and anemones were used along with white garden roses, white garden spray roses, and fresh southern smilax. Fluffy blue and white hydrangeas were also interspersed throughout.

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Brown Egg Bakery built a six-tiered light blue chantilly cake with fresh berries and vanilla mousse. Grace wanted an ethereal, garden design which they brought to life with the wafer paper florals displayed on the cake. Deconstructed key lime pie jars served as the groom’s cake and were a big hit amongst all the guests. Custom to-go cake boxes that read “cake for breakfast” were also handed out to guests to take as they left. We thought this was such a unique and thoughtful detail.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]As they say, location is everything. This stunning venue has a life of it’s own and created the perfect setting for their outdoor ceremony. A gorgeous stacked triple gold arbor served as the backdrop with pops of white and blue florals. [/field]
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This Fusion Eastern Shore Tented Wedding Is Filled With Flair

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The wedding colors were white, tan, blush, green and gold.

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The couple was looking for an elevated dinner party with their favorite people. They wanted to ensure good drinks, food, and music! The overall vibe was pretty classic with the neutral color palette. The bride wanted to highlight the fantastic almost 360 views of the Chesapeake Bay at her parents’ house.

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The bride wore Pnina Tornai from Kleinfeld Bridal in New York, where she went to buy her dresses. She finished the look with shoes from Christian Louboutin.

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The couple had an open bar with all of their favorite selections. For dinner, they selected a traditional Indian buffet with items like Paneer Makhani, Tawa Roti, and Lamb Rogan Josh.

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The bride’s personal bouquet had a white monochromatic design that included flowers such as garden roses, ranunculus, sweet peas, and jasmine vine. The couple also exchanged traditional Hindu garlands during the ceremony. Overall, the couple was looking for a classic and romantic yet minimalistic style. Incorporating an acrylic seating chart and clear chairs, helped to create a light and airy feel to ensure that the fantastic 360-degree bay view was never obstructed. Aside from the view, the main focal point of the reception was the large white wisteria installation above the dance floor that wowed the guests!

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They skipped the traditional cake for dessert and instead chose Indian desserts, Pista Kulfi and Gulab Jamun with Massala Tea.

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A dhol player was present to greet the guests as they arrived at the estate. A keyboard and saxophone provided light background music during cocktail hour. And a full live band provided music throughout the reception. The couple was introduced into the reception with Mirrors by Justin Timberlake and then danced to December 1963 (Oh What a Night) for their first dance.

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Guest comfort was another priority for the couple. Bringing in lounge vignettes from Something Vintage allowed guests to relax and watch the beautiful sunset. The lounges were wooden with white cushions for a comfortable yet elevated feel.

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The bride’s parents had recently bought the property, and they took great care in making sure the landscaping was perfect. The parents of the bride worked with a local nursery to bring in planters around the pool, as a surprise for the couple, they even made a N+D out of planters in their front lawn as guests arrived.

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An Artful French-Inspired Garden Wedding on the Island of Oahu

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The color palette included soft pastel hues, such as blush pink, baby blue, mint green, along with pops of gold.

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Nora and Jackson’s French-inspired garden wedding in Hawaii featured a mix of elegant and rustic elements. The overall design was romantic, with a touch of whimsy and charm. The venue was adorned with lush greenery, palm trees, blooming flowers and vintage-inspired details. Aloha means “the presence of breath” or the essence of existence, love, peace, mutual understanding, and respect. Nora and Jackson felt this beautiful, profound word portrays the pillars of their relationship. They immediately fell under its spell after visiting the island back in 2015. As a haven for Asian food and multicultural delights, they felt it was the place to gather all their loved ones and immortalize their love. And on their 7th anniversary – October 16th, 2022, Nora and Jackson translated their vision into reality at the Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina. Nora and Jackson’s entire wedding was a beautiful fusion of different elements. The aesthetic was inspired by French gardens and enveloped by glorious tropical greenery and palm trees. The ceremony aisle was adorned with lavish floral artistry in the form of a double arch that beautifully framed their love and devotion. It exuded a timelessly elegant feel while channeling an airy, romantic look. The blush palette enriched with a rare color of plumeria was enough to touch the hearts of everyone present and be forever etched in their memory. The reception perfectly embodied the ethereal garden floral delight with a French touch, with long tablescapes. The opulent chandeliers whose poles were wrapped with fresh rainforest leaves. The guests were welcomed with a vintage gold welcome mirror while fresh flowers caressed everyone’s senses. But what made this exquisite French garden affair was the customized high-end favors by Jo Malone, which were an ode to classic elegance. Beautifully placed on ivory lace medallion linens and refined tableware, and surrounded by blush-colored flowers, this combination quenched everyone’s thirst for pure aesthetics. To elevate the guest experience and achieve a natural garden feel, as a finesse, there were pink butterfly place cards for the seating chart. The butterflies were placed around the champagne glasses – fluttered with the breeze’s help. Finally, the chandelier’s luminous beauty allowed the fête to unfold into the evening hours. Then, the guests were treated to Tahitian and fire knife dance performances, adding a Hawaiian atmosphere to the wedding celebration. It was truly splendid entertainment for Nora and Jackson’s loved ones, who came from all around the world to celebrate their love. Despite their challenges, Nora and Jackson’s iconic day was curated to perfection.

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The Vera Wang Fernanda Gown is a classic French tulle strapless soft A-line gown. It is a statement piece that embodies an elegant ball gown with a modern twist in the neckline. The dress is made from layers of ivory tulle, which gives it a soft, ethereal feel. The dress features a unique blend of classic and modern elements, resulting in a sophisticated and whimsical design. What a princess dress in the fairytale!

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The bride waned to have a mix of dresses for her bridesmaids. She chose a range of color tones in a similar hue to make sure her bridesmaids could stand out individually but still keep things cohesive. She picked beautiful satin dresses from Jenny Yoo and the colors were: sage, latte, quartz, whipped apricot, gold and petal.

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The wedding had 11 types of passed canapes during the cocktail hour with catering by Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina:

Prawn cocktail with pickled mango, crab meat and avocado tart, spicy Ahi in sesame miso cone, coconut and fish of the day ceviche, seared tuna with edamame pureé and furikake on baguette, beef tartar with quail egg and brioche, mini lobster puff with tarragon and preserved Lemon scallion profiterole, duck spring rolls with Hoisin dipping sauce, mini crab cakes with tomato chutney 10. spiced braised beef short ribs with furikake blinis, Kalua pork and sweet potato croquette

Dinner was offered in 3 courses:

Appetizers – Arugula and Endive Salad with Prosciutto

Entrees – Hawaiian Style Misoyaki Salmon/Roasted Filet Mignon/Kabocha Squash Gnocchi

Dessert – Key Lime Bar

Wines served tableside: prosecco, Sangiovese and Chardonnay Cocktail Selection: Wheatley Vodka, Havana Club Rum, Old Lahaina Dark Rum, Bulleit Rye, Jim Beam Bourbon, Johnnie Walker Black Scotch, Bombay Dry Gin, Mi Campo Tequila

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From the sprawling arches to the overflowing centerpieces, this wedding is a true garden of dreams, where lush blooms and delicate petals come together to create a stunning display of nature’s beauty. The beauty of summertime (still in Hawaii) has been captured in this lavish this wedding floral design, where every detail is an ode to the season’s renewal and growth. For Nora and Jackson’s wedding, we have more than 20 types of flowers including: Anthurium, Clematis, Delphinium, Tulip, Garden Rose, Spray Rose, David Austin Rose, Hydrangea, Lisianthus, Lily, Parrot Tulip, Ranunculus, Snapdragon, Sweet Pea, Butterfly Ranunculus, Plumeria, Gypsohila, Stock, Allium Neopolitanum and Astrantia.

Even though they couldn’t have locally sourced flowers because Hawaii has only tropical ones – and the climate doesn’t allow for roses and other cool climate plants to thrive – they managed to get them. This was done with the help of the New York floral vendor – Floraland Weddings & Events, who ordered them from NY, Japan, the Netherlands, and other European countries. With the stunning natural beauty of Hawaii, this French-style garden wedding was a truly unforgettable event, filled with sophistication, beauty, and romance!

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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The three-tiered fine art cake inspired by French garden style, was decorated by all fresh flowers. It was placed in front of the double arch. The delicious vanilla cake had strawberry fillings inside. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The Harp Quartet played the following music pieces during the wedding ceremony:

Jesu joy of Man’s Desiring — Groom’s Entrance
Ode To Joy — Processional Wedding Party
Canon in D — Processional Bride
La Vie En Rose — Unity Ceremony – Sand Ceremony
Sheep May Sefely Graze — Recessional

Dance music: DJ played Christina Perri’s “A Thousand Years” for Nora and Jackson’s first dance and Carrie Underwoo’s “Mama’s Song” for mother daughter dance.

Performance: Local Hawaii Tahitian and fire knife dance in front of “ALOHA” sign
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This wedding has various personalized items including: pink butterfly place cards for the seating chart, gold wooden place names, personalized “NJ” monogrammed dinner napkins and a custom portrait guestbook. The guest favors – Jo Malone body cream and colognes were pre-ordered and shipped to Hawaii, together with 5 huge chandeliers. All the fresh flowers were also shipped from New York City, Japan, Netherlands and other European countries.

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C & C Photography

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A Chic Tropical Wedding on Maui With Pops of Tangerine

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Their color palette consisted of soft shades of pink, white, green, peach, and pops of tangerine . Our bride wanted a tropical but classy feel.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Our bride’s vision for her wedding day was inviting with a whimsical feel, including elegant-tropical elements throughout the day. Texture played a big roll in the design. Opihi Love brilliantly created an alluring evening for our couple and their guests.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]From Sabrina, our bride: “Richard planned an elaborate surprise proposal. I thought we were going to a friend’s birthday brunch but he pulled over on the way and popped the question at an overlook by the ocean. We then went to his parents house where he surprised me with all of our friends. He even planned to have some of our friends from the east coast fly in for it. “[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]We loved Sabrina’s style from her robe and cute bride slippers to her gorgeous wedding dress. She looked stunning in her Ines Di Santo Juno gown. Its detachable sleeves was the perfect detail moving into the evening, for a romantic look.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Her bridesmaids wore champagne maxi dresses , each with a different style as she wanted her Maui Wedding to have a tropical but classy feel. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Food for the Soul Catering created a menu full of local favorites including Kalua Pork Sliders, Coconut Shrimp, Saimin, Mahi Mahi and delicious Malasadas for dessert. Mouth-watering Mai Tais and tropical drinks were provided by the wonderful Aloha Bars Maui. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Lush, textural and organic were keywords for their floral design, and The Floralette delivered.
Guests could find their names written on Monstera Leaves by local artist Miss B Calligraphy. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Instead of a traditional wedding cake, the couple chose to cut a small cake for photos and serve Malasadas (Hawaii doughnuts) to their guests. Everyone loved them![/field]
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Destination Nigerian Wedding in Málaga, Spain

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]At the Nigerian Ceremony, family members donned traditional gowns decked in festive blues and reds. To embrace the vibrant summer weather for their special day, they chose a marvelous maroon-gold-ivory palette to bring out the beauty of their wedding day.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Tobi and Jenn have planned the most exhilarating destination wedding – all the way in enchanting Spain! They kicked off their festivities with an incredibly special Nigerian ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends, followed by a festive rehearsal dinner the venue’s beautiful terrace. On the big day they celebrated a romantic outdoor 3-course Spanish feast accompanied with lots of music & dancing.[/field]
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Jenn: I found my wedding dress at Seng Couture, a boutique in New Jersey, not far from where I grew up. My mother and I were on the hunt for an elegant, form-fitting dress. I wanted something that sparkled but wasn’t too heavy which seemed to be the challenge with other beaded or sequined dresses that I tried on. My Kitty Chen dress was the first dress that I tried on that day, and my mother and I knew instantly that it was my dress!

Tobi: I had my tuxedo custom made by a tailor in my hometown of Lagos, Nigeria called Kimono Kollection. I wanted a classic black tuxedo for our black-tie wedding.
To honor Tobi’s Yoruba heritage, we also celebrated our Nigerian Engagement Ceremony, a traditional celebration of our families coming together and becoming one. We had custom outfits made for this occasion. Jenn wore a gold, beaded lace dress. Tobi wore a blue agbada with gold stitching. Our friends and family wore our family cloth called, “aso ebi,” which was hand-dyed in Nigeria and made into custom outfits for our guests.
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]In typical European fashion, we had an amazing, multi-course meal at their reception, including traditional Spanish meat croquettes and jamon serrano paired with amazing cheeses.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]An array of vibrant hues maroon, pink and ivory flowers. Bouqets composed of roses and calla lilies provided a stunning contrast.[/field]
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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]As the evening went on, we heard heartfelt toasts from friends and family, including a picture slideshow from the best man illustrating some of the history that had brought us all to Spain for this celebration. Once the dancing kicked off, it just didn’t stop! We left the party after midnight, and the guests enjoyed themselves for hours more.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Nigerian Ceremony – I loved that both the bride and the groom got a grand entrance. During these entrances, I was introduced to the Nigerian tradition of “money spraying,” where cash is literally thrown over the bride and groom. The wedding parties danced their way into the engagement ceremony, under a shower of cash. Jenn and Tobi’s parents prayed over their children together. Their families affirmed their support
of their engagement with great enthusiasm! Tobi and his groomsmen laid facedown before Jenn’s parents as he agreed to provide and care for her. And lastly, when asked for Jenn’s dowry, her mom responded “My daughter cannot be bought,” a truthful and modern twist on an outdated custom.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The Spanish countryside featured rolling hills, while the venue landscaping and architecture offered gorgeous trees, neutral walls, period architectural detail, and intricate ironwork. The walls of the wedding chapel echoed centuries of rich history and deep faith, a fitting setting for Jenn and Tobi. The cobblestone courtyard of the Convento de Magdalena was dressed in bistro lights and the dance floor was coming together as we arrived to photograph details.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Honeymoon – We spent six amazing nights at the Ritz-Carlton resort in the Maldives. We were able to do a little
travel hacking and booked half our stay on points which enabled us to be a little indulgent with all
the activities and amazing food experiences that the Ritz-Carlton Maldives has to offer. For the
first day and a half, we took it easy relaxing on the beach, snorkeling, and enjoying room service
and the amazing view from our overwater villa, after the excitement of the wedding. From day two
it was one activity or culinary experience after another. We enjoyed seven different amazing
restaurants on the island and their sister resort, went hoverboarding, met other couples at wine
and whisky tastings, enjoyed a couples massage, did a honeymoon photoshoot, and experienced
a bit of Maldivian culture at the resort’s Maldivian Night event. Did we mention that the food was
amazing? We even had a private dinner on the beach that looked like a date you would see on
the Bachelor. Everyone at the resort was so kind and accommodating during our stay and that
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A Fairytale Destination Wedding in Cannes Filled With Pink

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La Vie en Rose! I wanted everything to be pink and cheerful! I love the color pink and I feel like it worked especially well in this setting because it balanced the dark moodiness of the 14th century castle. I wanted everything to feel light, bright and whimsical. I think the bright colors made it feel more fairy castle than medieval castle.

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I really took inspiration from how I wanted everyone to feel at the wedding. Relaxed, fun, whimsical, and generally transported to a magical part of the world. Everything from the invitations to the flowers reflected this.

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Alex proposal to me in my favorite city Austin, TX. There had just been a once-in-one hundred year ice storm and we had been cooped up inside for a week. Finally the sun came out and we went on a hike. At the top of the overlook he got down on one knee. Afterwards we had a celebration with friends, celebrating the snow-apocalypse survival and our engagement.

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I absolutely loved my Ines Di Santo dress, sourced at Mark Ingram Atelier in NYC. The fitted dress made me feel classy and chic, with a bit of sexy. I loved that it was covered in beautiful sparkling beadwork. The custom overskirt gave it that whimsical fairy feel for when I walked down the aisle. The beautiful embroidered Toni Federici veil was something every commented on, it was so unique and stunning.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]I let them choose their own! As long as they were pink. I told them that I wanted them to feel beautiful, confident and sexy.[/field]
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Alex and I figured that we couldn’t bring all our guests to France without giving them la crème de la crème for food! We had Potel et Chabot do the catering and it was absolutely superb. Of course, we had to have amazing wine to pair with the food. We went to La Cave in Cannes and selected incredible wines to match each dish.

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Ame Luxury Event absolutely blew me away with the décor! There were so many beautiful pink flowers. It was truly La Vie en Rose! Apart from the flowers, all of the décor felt distinctly French, without being stuffy. La Petite Fleuriste did our flowers and they were stunning.

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Our cake was by LB Cake design and it was so delicious! It was chocolate caramel and strawberries and cream. France truly has the best pastries.

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We instantly fell in love with the work of Remi Dupac, our photographer! His work really reflects the French Riviera… laid back, relaxed, bright, and colorful. Everything has a very effortless feel. We didn’t want anything formal, we preferred candid moments to capture the raw feeling of the day. Apart from beautiful work, Remi was so wonderful to work with! You honestly spend the most time with your photographer on your wedding day, even more than the groom! From getting ready shots, to bridal portraits, it was so nice to have someone around that made Alex and I feel comfortable and relaxed. A lot of our guests commented on how cool our photographer was!

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Two other things that really made our wedding special were invitations by Tiny Shindigs and our band, Your Dream Band. They were the absolute highlight of the night… so chic and stylish and the most incredible voices.

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A Purple Love Affair in Malibu at Stone Mountain Estates

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”](From the bride) Coming up with a wedding theme can be fun but a bit struggling at first. When my wedding planner asked if I had any inspiration, a million ideas ran through my mind, but I couldn’t settle on any of them. However, one thing I knew for certain was the color – purple has been my favorite color since childhood. It is so aesthetic and has been the “theme color” representing important stages of my life. Our planner also recommended adding some black element to complement the purple colors, which worked very well with the deep green backdrop of the mountains. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”](From the bride) After a decision was made on the wedding color/theme, the rest parts became a bit easier. We both agreed to go with a simple and modern design as the venue itself is beautiful enough and does not need excessive decoration. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”](From the bride) Not counting the robe I wore during the make-up, I had three looks for the wedding. During the tea ceremony (a cultural tradition in China when people get married), my mothers and I were all wearing the ‘qipao’, which is a type of mandarin gown, and I purposely picked the one in purple color to match my wedding theme. My favorite part about this look is the real flowers used as hair accessories, paired with pearl earrings. My main gown for the wedding ceremony was from Amsale. It is embroidered with cherry blossom patterns and comes with a matching long veil. I had my hair down (again with real flowers as hair accessories) for a more feminine and romantic look before the ceremony, and then changed to the updo hairstyle for a more formal and elegant look during the ceremony. My last look worn during the reception and first dance was a tie-strap gown in light ivory, with beaded butterflies and flowers around the chest area. I wanted a dress that I would feel comfortable to wear to dance, and it did its job perfectly[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]The couple shared with the guests their love of California cuisine for its fresh and sustainable ingredients and diverse menu. To pair with the food and the celebrating vibe, white sparkling wines were poured. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”](From the bride) To add some modern elements, we also used mirrors for the table numbers, seating charts, welcome signs, etc. The ceremony area is my favorite part of the design – the light-weighted white paper décor created a flowy and romantic feeling to the background, and the relatively low stand avoided blocking the beautiful mountain view.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Instead of traditional round wedding cakes, the couple chose a tiered square cake for its modern look. In the environment constructed with many 90 degree angles such as the pool where the cake was displayed, the cake blended in the scene perfectly. For the color, purple is a no brainer! [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”](From the bride) For me, it was the process of picking the wedding songs that I enjoyed the most during the wedding planning. Not just the bride/groom ceremony entrance songs, but also the songs to play during pre-ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, dancing, etc. I think music is a very direct way of creating the type of ambience we want for the wedding.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″](From the bride) Los Angeles is always on the top of my wedding venue list. I spent my adolescence in LA before moved away for colleague, and I’ve always had special feelings about this place because it shaped who I am today. When considering the type of venue, my husband and I were very keen on having an outdoor wedding. We love spending time in nature and would like to share that love and pass it on to the important people in our life. We also wanted to have the wedding in an exotic setting but knew traveling abroad could be difficult for our guests during COVID. So, when my wedding planner showed me Instagram pictures of Stone Mountain Estate, it immediately won my heart: the earth-tone architectural design well blended with the beautiful natural setting, the stunning view of the Santa Monica mountains, the marble pool surrounded by curly-shaped plants, etc. I could really imagine myself getting married in this place.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″](From the bride) Learning the first dance was definitely the most personal experience for both of us from the planning process. We were very against the idea of doing a first dance at the beginning because we are both too shy to perform in front of that many people. But after attending a few of friends’ weddings, we were very touched by the love and unity between the newly wed couples from the dance and decided to give it a try. Turned out that we both quite enjoyed learning the first dance, and it was a unique and memorable experience for us.[/field]
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Modern Romantic Minneapolis Wedding in Shades of Pink

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Having an August wedding allowed us to play off of both summer and fall colors. We knew we wanted greenery that was lively and welcoming, but also wanted to ensure our complimenting shades of color (mauve, pink, dusty blue, pink and purple) set the mood for a romantic wedding.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Knowing that Chris and I have lived out of state for the past few years we really wanted to hone in on creating a space that was designed specifically for our family and friends to reunite and experience a day full of love. The Hutton House delivers an intimate yet urban space that was the perfect layout to bring to life our cozy-modern summer wedding. The volume of space separated into three different sections allowed us to create a cohesive yet different vibe around each corner.

The Fireside Room: A perfect place to hold our ceremony. The amount of light that shone through the windows accompanied by the wood burning fireplace made us feel right at home when exchanging our vows. This room was later converted into a more relaxing space with a photo-op and lounge furniture.

The Lakeside Room: The vaulted ceilings, wooden tables with candles lit, and fresh floral installation really brought this space together for a cross-pollinated family dinner we will never forget. Everyone also showed their moves when it was time to party.

Courtyard: Filled with music and cafe lights, this space was amazing for games, chatting and dancing during the warm summer evening.

This wouldn’t have been possible if we didn’t have our talented wedding planner, Jennifer Gregory, Owner of A Modern Fête. She pulled together an incredible team of vendors who helped bring this vision to life.
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[field title=”Proposal Story”]My original plan was to take Molly on an excursion through her home Bogotá, Colombia and propose during one of the highlights of the trip. The proposal took a turn due to Covid-19 travel restrictions so I transitioned to her favorite holiday, Christmas. I knew we would be spending this Holiday as a duo in Maryland without family so I felt it would be a grand surprise we’d both enjoy. I woke up a few hours before Molly and decorated the house in the fashion of a winter wonderland. Icicles draped from the ceiling, fake snow and candles scattered across the floor, and a row of Christmas lights leading up to me. As she walked through, there I was kneeling on one knee next to the Christmas tree and balloons spelled out “MARRY ME”.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]I went to a couple bridal shops before I landed at A&Be Bridal Boutique in downtown Minneapolis. I had envisioned my wedding gown would be a minimal, gorgeous satin gown. After a few dresses, I instantly fell in love with this beautiful beaded sparkle lace corset dress made by Made For Love. As soon as I saw this wedding dress paired with this exquisite cathedral length veil, I knew this dress was for me. My wedding dress was complete once I added a piece of my mother’s wedding dress on the inside[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]For my bridesmaids, I wanted to find a dress that continued with our theme for a romantic modern wedding. I chose a Desert Rose Satin Dress from Revelry which perfectly complemented the colors in their bouquets.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]My groomsmen and I went for a black tie event look and feel. I ensured each gentleman was laced with black rose cufflinks, custom socks, and freshly picked boutonnieres.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests dined family-style on chicken and roasted vegetables. Instead of a typical plated meal, we wanted everyone to feel relaxed and at home.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]When we first viewed our venue, we knew the floral was going to be a key piece in our design. Style Society helped us in adding smilax greenery to the staircase for the perfect entrance. For the ceremony, we added a beautiful floral garland on the fireplace as the perfect backdrop. Lastly, we wanted to take advantage of the gorgeous high-vaulted ceilings in the reception room by adding a circle greenery and floral hanging installation above the dance floor.

Hunt Wright Designs did an amazing job pulling together our wedding decor. Brandi worked through every small detail with us to craft the perfect wedding stationary. The design aesthetic carried through to our welcome sign, table numbers, and seating chart. All of our wedding day decor was kicked off by an elegant invitation with multiple layers giving our guests a taste of what they’d see come 8.4.22.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The newlyweds and wedding party enjoyed a two-tiered cake after cutting. Guests had their choice from an assortment of cupcakes all from Amy’s Cupcake Shoppe.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]It was important for us to have a ceremony that reflected who we are as a couple and we felt like the piano renditions of our favorite classic songs from artists like Ben E. King, Natalie Cole to modern-day artists such as Frank Ocean and Bruno Mars.

Reception Songs-
Daughter & Dad Dance: My dad and I danced to my brother singing the Disney classic “You’ll Be In My Heart” which was the song my mom would play for me growing up. It was the perfect tribute to my parents who have sacrificed a lot for their kids.
Mother & Son Dance: My mom and I decided to go off the traditional road a bit. We started with a song that hit on my love for my mom as a mama’s boy. From there we broke out into a rehearsed dance routine that featured some 2000’s classics from Soulja Boy (crank that), T.I (shoulder lean), Milly Rock and Chicken Noodle Soup.
Bride & Groom First Dance: Playing off of the ceremony music, our first dance was the modern version of the classic Moon River (originally sung by Audrey Hepburn) sung by Beyonce.
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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Being that Molly is from Colombia, it was important that I honored her by wearing the Colombia orchid flower as my boutonniere.[/field]
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A Classic Fall Affair That Brings a Whole New Meaning to Backyard Wedding

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The color palette included deep midnight blue, a rich forest green, champagne, ivory, and rose gold. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The vision for the wedding was simply to create a celebration that was classic, romantic, strikingly beautiful (and of course, wildly fun!) at Christy and Ivo’s private home, such that the party in the backyard felt like a natural extension of the interior of their historic house. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Christy’s strapless Berta gown was sensational. Even in the same gown, she transformed her look several times throughout the evening, as she wore a beautiful tulle cape for the ceremony in lieu of a traditional veil, and then transitioned into a delicate bolero for the reception. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]There were no bridesmaids or groomsmen for the wedding, as Christy and Ivo desired to keep this an evening of intimate celebration. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Upon arrival, guests were served tray-passed hors d’eouvres and cocktails, before sitting down to a four-course plated dinner in the tent. Dinner included cauliflower soup, a bibb wedge salad with figs and bleu cheese, pan seared grouper, and wagyu beef tenderloin before everyone enjoyed decadent wedding cake and a smorgasbord of late night desserts.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]From the very beginning, Christy was enamored with the idea of using quicksand roses in abudance. And so we did! The florals were all white, with the exception of this particular variety of rose that pulls either soft blush or true champagne depending on it’s natural petal variation. It was a beautiful compliment to the rose gold flatware and candle vessels we paired with the tabletop elements. Floral varieties included white larkspur, sweet pea, lisianthus, garden roses, stock, and ranunculus. We let smilax greenery and italian ruscus foliage drip throughout the tent on the bistro lighting and fixtures. Tiny unexpected stems of dark blue viburnum berries were added to the centerpieces as a nice little tidbit to tie in with the midnight blue china dinner plates. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The cake featured simple textured buttercream icing on three tiers, and we displayed it on a traditional pedestal stand surrounded by voluminous fresh flowers. It was a fun little statement moment in the tent! [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]At each place setting, guests discovered a small gift box personalized with their name. Inside the box they found a thoughtful thank-you note from Christy and Ivo, as well as a NEST candle and a box of matches. A little something to take home and remember the evening by, with a heartfelt message of gratitude for traveling to celebrate together and supporting their marriage. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Though live entertainment was important, we wanted to be mindful of the intimate size of the party. With less than 80 guests in attendance, a traditional big band would have felt too large and imposing in the tent setting, but a DJ wasn’t quite enough to satisfy desire to have a live music dynamic. We turned to the team at T. Warner Artists, who put together a unique mix of three live musicians and a DJ. They synchronized a fascinating blend of classic dance hits, Latin music, and a wide musical range that kept the dance floor packed all evening long. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]This wedding was three years in the making. Our team began working with Christy and Ivo in 2018 to ultimately plan, design, and produce their engagement party in 2019. A few months later we began planning the wedding for 2020, which ultimately then had to be postponed multiple times. It felt like a dream come true when we *finally* got the chance to celebrate these two with a proper wedding event on October 1, 2022. But not to be outdone by a global pandemic, the weather forecast did it’s level best to mess up our plans, as hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida mere days before the wedding and worked it’s way up the east coast, bringing it’s tropical storm remnants directly through Winston-Salem, North Carolina less than 24 hours before the wedding. Not only did it mean that many of the guests (most who were traveling from the Miami area) had great difficulty getting to NC in time, but we also dealt with severe wind damage, downed trees/branches and power outages. The power at Christy and Ivo’s home came back on less than three hours before guests began arriving for cocktail hour! Needless to say, we were prepared with generator power and a dry tent, but suffice it to say that it was quite a wild week! During dinner that night, the clouds finally cleared, we could see the stars, and there wasn’t a single drop of rain. It was beautiful. The leaves that had fallen on our sailcloth tent the night before looked like beautiful confetti! [/field]
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