Classic Romance and Hundreds of White Roses at Graydon Hall Manor

Lauren Megerdichian
November 18, 2024
Categories: Real Weddings, Romantic, The Blog

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Kalinka and Adriano aimed for a classic and sophisticated wedding design. With all-white floral arrangements paired with fresh greenery and a neutral colour palette, they sought to create an experience for their guests that would remain timeless for years to come. The venue, Graydon Hall Manor, a historic Georgian-style manor built in 1936, added to the elegance of the event with its enchanting gardens and rich decor. The delicate feel of the soft tones and draping complemented the historical charm of the manor, a true fairytale come to life!

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]Adriano and Kalinka, both Montreal natives, met in 2017 while living in Toronto. In 2020, Adriano proposed on a starlit evening at the Four Seasons Hotel in their beloved hometown. Overjoyed, Kalinka said yes, setting the stage for a celebration the next day with their closest friends and family. [/field]

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Kalinka’s wedding dress was nothing short of exquisite. Her primary dress was a custom design by Galleria Della Sposa. While her second dress, a sleek form-fitted halter gown for the evening, was a custom design by Maria Arciero Couture.[/field]

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Cocktail hour took place among the gardens of Graydon Hall which features a picturesque fountain within the centre. Guests were greeted with passed canapés as well as Kalinka and Adriano’s signature cocktails, a Skinny Spicy Margarita and Caipirinha.

Graydon Hall Manor is renowned for its exceptional in-house catering services provided by Couture Cuisine. For dinner, guests were treated to a seated four course meal on the terrace which included the choice of Grilled Aged Prime Strip Loin and Miso & Maple Glazed Black Cod. [/field]

[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Kalinka and Adriano’s wedding day was nothing short of a classic and timeliness dream. MUSE Event Co.’s Ellie Eccleton and designer Rachel A Clingen brought their vision to life. The goal was to give Kalinka and Adriano’s guests the feeling as though the abundance of white roses, outlining the ceremony aisle, had naturally grown from the grass where they were seated. To continue this vision throughout the evening, the soft taupe draping within the reception tent was an addition, giving Graydon Hall’s terrace a more delicate feel. [/field]

[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The couple chose a minimalistic, all-white wedding cake adorned with fondant layers that created a beautiful cascading texture designed by Bakeshoppe in Toronto.[/field]

[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Kalinka walked down the aisle to “From This Moment On” by Shania Twain and the newlywed’s recessional song was “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz. [/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The ceremony aisle was designed in a way to mimic a runway, placing Kalinka and Adriano at the centre of the garden giving friends and family the unique opportunity to face inward from each side. This layout ensured that the couple was the focal point, surrounded by their loved ones and created the feel of an intimate experience. [/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The highlight of Kalinka and Adriano’s gallery are their stunning sunset photos. With Graydon Hall’s beautiful gardens as the backdrop, MUSE Event Co. and 515 Photo Co. ensured they took some time throughout the evening festivities to capture this moment. [/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Kalinka and Adriano wrote personalized thank you cards for each guest. These thoughtful notes were placed at every guest’s setting, providing a warm welcome when finding their seat. [/field]

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