Chris & Dave (a.k.a. CHRAVE, how cute?!) are going to steal your heart today with their sweet, bursting smiles. They’ve got the kind of love that’s contagious. My favorite part of their story? They met outside a Madonna concert! So, it was only fitting that her lyrics would make an appearance at their ceremony. I urge you to peruse the full gallery captured by Sylvie Gil, it will infuse your day with utter happiness.
From Sylvie Gil… Chris & Dave met on the sidewalk outside a Madonna Concert in Chicago in 2006, and in 2015 became engaged while on a boat ride in Regent’s Park, London. Their wine country wedding at the Kunde Family Winery was a bit of a surprise venue for their 38 guests, who were bused in without knowing exactly the location of the ceremony. Madonna lyrics were read by the wedding party during the ceremony, and the couple entered to Beyonce’s “Halo”. While the grooms wore matching grey suits and succulent-inspired boutonnieres, each added a bit of personal flair to his outfit – Chris wore glittery gold loafers and a tie, and Dave wore grey suspenders and a bowtie. A modern gold cake topper spelled out their couple name, “CHRAVE”.
Photography: Sylvie Gil Photography | Wedding Planner: Sasha Souza Events | Florals: PoppyStone Floral Couture | Cake: Sweet on Cake | Ceremony Venue: Kunde Family Winery | Catering: Park Avenue Catering | Hair & Makeup: Dave Fonseca | Ceremony Music: AMS Entertainment | Rentals: Bright Event Rentals