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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The bride had two colors in mind when dreaming of her wedding. Purple and green. The couple agreed they wanted to pull color inspiration from nature, specifically from the waterfront. But purple was the color the bride wanted to see scattered through the day. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The couple exchanged vows and celebrated at the brides childhood home on the water. We knew we wanted to bring in natural and nautical elements, along with the ONE request from the groom. He wanted his favorite flower throughout the tent, white roses. They allowed for me to have full design control, as long as we brought in those few elements, so we had a lot of fun! The intimate ceremony was nestled along the shoreline, where we let nature sing and brought in very little design elements. The string quartet and simple rose petal aisle helped pull in the romantic feeling.

Guests were ushered about 20 feet from the ceremony for cocktail hour. There is a long coast line with a beach and pier along the back of the house. We wanted guests to take advantage of not only the waterfront, but beautiful wrap around porch. There was a signature bar in front of the pier with both the bride and grooms favorite cocktails. There was a circle bar in the middle of the yard, and large boat with beer. We had a cigar roller on the porch and an entire boat with nothing but oysters.

When guests were ushered into the tent, they were greeted with an on site watercolor artist creating a masterpiece for the couples home. There was a large square bar with a large floral chandelier over the dance floor. The sailcloth tent was draped in greenery, which was a beautiful contract to the hardwood floor that was custom made for our couple.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]From the Bride, Julianna:

It was my birthday, October 21st. When I arrived home from work, I was kind surprised that the entire house was cleaned and candle burning. Yes, Curtis does clean, but this wasn’t his typically “straighten” up cleaning. We went out to dinner at Charleston. When we got back from dinner, he gave me my birthday gift, which I cannot remember what it was. Then when I told him I was ready to go to bed, due to work the next morning, he said he had another gift. He went upstairs to get it and when he came back down to the living room, he told me to close my eyes while sitting on the couch. Then he bent down on one knee, which our dog, Archie, didn’t like and therefore almost knocked him over by trying to jump on him. He told me to open my eyes and when I did, he had the ring box opened and asked me to marry him. My first response to him was, “Is this a joke?” After he said no, he said, “Let me try this again” and asked me, “Would you marry me?” When I realized this wasn’t a joke, I replied, “YES!”[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Bridals by Elena – the dress was actually designed by Elena, the owner of the Bridal shop.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Maryland themed food was very important for this Maryland wedding. All passed appetizers were Maryland and seafood themed. But the three course meal that was all of our couples favorite food! Guests enjoyed surf and turf while listening to classic music and toasts from the bridal party. As guests were exiting for the evening, another favorite treat from the bride and groom was waiting…a mexican food truck with custom made tacos the couple requested!

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Florals were very important. We had to compete with mother nature, and their yard was nothing short of magnificent. We decided to let the ceremony and cocktail hour speak for themselves. The entire floral budget went towards turning the tent into a masterpiece that rivaled the view right outside. The entire ceiling was draped with greenery. A 7ft round chandelier with florals and greenery hung over the dance floor. We had three different table sizes and centerpieces. We brought in our grooms favorite flowers on the length of the 8 rectangle farm tables. Nothing but white roses, candles a floral printed runner cascaded down the center. On the 4 round farm tables surrounding the perimeter held lush and very large compotes with white florals, but mostly roses of course. The smaller round tables in the center of the floor plan all had large green tall centerpieces to bring in a bit of height. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was simple, but delicious! The most important part was the small Corgi statue as an ode to their sweet pup. [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]It was very important for the couple to have a watercolor of the brides parents house throughout the wedding. The calligrapher brought it through the invitation and then again through the escort card. The invitation also had a letterpress of the creek where they house is located on. Everything we intentional and special. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]This brides bouquet has been one of my favorite of all time. Maya from Bee Inspired had 100% creative direction and created a one of a kind purple bouquet![/field]
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Photography: Sarah Aaron Photography | Event Design: The Hitched Company | Floral Design: Bee Inspired | Wedding Dress: Bridals By Elena | Invitations: Coffee & Calligraphy | Invitations: Coffee & Calligraphy | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids | Catering: Milloffs Catering | DJ: Invincible Entertainment | Rentals: Paisley & Jade | Rentals: Baileys Party Rental

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Chicago Illuminating Company is so beautiful on its own, and the outdoor space had such an awesome garden and greenery, so the couple wanted to keep colors simple but elegant. Their palette was mostly white and green with hints of pink and purple.

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Kristi and Kevin’s vision was to keep things timeless and classic so they could look back at their wedding in 50 years and still love everything about it. Great food and music, excellent style, martinis (their favorite drink), and lots of fun dancing were their “must haves”.

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Kristi and Kevin adopted a puppy in May of 2022. A few months later, Kevin surprised her with an end-of-summer private photoshoot for the 3 of them! During the shoot, they both took individual photos with Winston, and after a few pictures, while it was Kristi’s turn to hold Winston, she turned around, and that’s when she saw Kevin down on one knee!

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Bridesmaids wore SHow Me Your Mumu rose gold luxe satin dresses in different styles.

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The couple worked with the Entertaining Company, which truly made their wedding magical. They provided unique and fun appetizers, custom his and her drinks, 5-star dining for guests, and the most friendly staff. Kristi still dreams about the entire meal to this day.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Willrett Flower Company was a great team to work with. Kristi and Kevin completely changed their floral vision at one point in the planning process, and they reworked the design to give them everything they wanted and more. Kristi’s bouquet was one of her favorite things of the day – it was unique and perfectly fit her vision![/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Their cake was a traditional two tier buttercream cake with white icing and fresh blooms.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Kevin’s sister read a poem during the ceremony. It was extra special because Kevin had read the same passage at her wedding just a few years prior. [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Kristi changed outfits during the reception and did a 2nd ‘first look’ with a special re-entrance that featured giant sparklers with the bridal party. It was another unforgettable memory with their closest friends![/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]While their pup Winston wasn’t at the wedding, he was honored in custom cookies! Each guest had one on their place setting as a sweet ‘thank you’ gift to take home.[/field]
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Photography: Rachael Kazmier Photography | Event Planning: Ohana Events | Floral Design: Willrett Flower Company | Wedding Dress: Wish Upon a Dress | Cake: Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe | Ceremony Venue: Chicago Illuminating Company | Reception Venue: Chicago Illuminating Company | Bridesmaids' Dresses: SHow Me Your Mumu | Catering: Entertaining Company | Groomsmen's Attire: The Black Tux | Beauty: Patty McGuire Hair and Makeup Artists | Weddings Rings: Mari Lou's Fine Jewelry

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]We went very neutral with the color palette; light shades of blush, sage and various whites. I wanted the design to fit seamlessly with the venue, as if everything we brought in was meant to be there. We focused a lot on texture and everything ended up feeling very organic. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]We wanted something that felt like us, from the menu to the design it was meant to feel like what you would experience if you came to our house for dinner. The vibe was light and airy, but warm and romantic at the same time. I really wanted something outdoors with trees and Greengate was the dream setting, more perfect than we could have ever imagined. In a lot of ways, the venue was the main design detail, we just tried to accentuate that.
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[field title=”Proposal Story”]My parents have been going wine tasting in Paso Robles for years; when I moved to California I started going with them and when I met Kevin he started coming as well. One Saturday in November 2020, we took our dog and went to Paso on our own to do a little tasting and attend a winery event. He proposed in a park at sunset after frantically trying to find “a pretty place to walk the dog”; I thought he was crazy, until he pulled out the ring. Easiest yes of my life.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]My dream menu from Field to Table, so many people said it was the best wedding meal they’ve ever had. Family style Tri-tip, mashed potatoes, roasted chicken and risotto. My parents sourced wine from some of our favorite wineries in Paso Robles, and Copper & Crystal poured signature cocktails. Kevin’s signature cocktail was named for California while mine was named for Alaska, representing where we’re both from. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Blooms by Morgan; Morgan created the most stunning floral arrangements, I cried when she brought me my bouquet. My only floral requirement was greenery and peonies, and she brought that and so much more. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The Wooden Spoon made a delicious Lemon cake with vanilla buttercream for the cake cutting and then we had an assorted dessert bar. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]One of Kevin’s brothers, Matt, was our officiant. He knows us both so well and crafted the most beautiful ceremony. The right amount of funny, sweet, serious and inspirational. Both sets of parents stood during the ceremony and spoke of their love and blessings for our marriage. It was all set in the most beautiful and serene setting, surrounded by trees and water.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Our dog, Alma was included in all the festivities, she had her own floral collar, walked down the aisle with our officiant and entered the reception with us during the grand entrance. She was a perfect angel the whole day. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]We took dance lessons for our first dance, and it was so fun to wow all of our guests with our choreography.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Our wedding day was on the 6 year anniversary of our first date, so it all felt very full circle. Plus now we only have to remember one date!

From Planner Sarah: “Designing Stephanie & Kevin’s day was an honor and a joy! As a fellow wedding vendor, Stephanie had long dreamed of her wedding day and soon after meeting Kevin knew it wasn’t a question of “if” they were going to get married but “when.” Being a part of the Theoni Collection team, Stephanie’s design vision was clear and in keeping with her personal classic & timeless aesthetic. It was so fun to walk through selecting tabletop items & furnishings from her own collection, and she left the rest to us! Stephanie dreamed of a major lighting moment for her reception, and welcoming guests into the dancing area with fun chandeliers & tons of twinkle made for such a fun addition to an entirely romantic design.

As a nod to her family’s wood business in Alaska, we layered in many wood elements from the furnishings to the floral compotes. Stephanie & Kevin enjoyed a night celebrating under the stars & (many) lights and soaked in each moment surrounded by their favorite people!”[/field]
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Photography: Natalie Bray Studios | Event Design: Embark Event Design | Floral Design: Blooms by Morgan | dress: Rita Vinieris | shoes: Bella Belle | catering: Field To Table Events | hair and makeup: The Queens Bees | lighting: Bella Vista Designs, Inc | Wedding Venue: Greengate Ranch & Vineyard | Photography - Assistance: Pinnel Photography | Rentals: Theoni Collection | Rentals: Scout Rental Co | Rentals: Theoni Collection | Rentals: All About Events | bar: Copper and Crystal | paper and invite: Westport Wedding Ware

We know you know… Your wedding invitation sets the stage for your wedding. It’s the first glimpse your guests will hold in their hot little hands. Give them something to drool over! But the options are endless. Save yourself some wedding planning stress ~ seek the help of an expert. They will guide you through the entire process: Save-The-Dates, Thank You Notes, the Full Invitation Suite… paper and printing style choices, edge options, flat card vs folded, fonts, calligraphy style, ink color, envelope color… You get the picture. So today, we have a bit of advice from a pro: Michaela McBride Calligraphy.

Be Honest With Yourself
Your special day should be an honest reflection of who you are as a couple. Your stationery should be no different. Just as you would with any other member of your wedding team (photographer, florist etc) find a stationer/designer whose style aligns with yours – someone you trust and who will help bring your vision to life. 

Define Your Stationery Style
Your wedding invitation provides insight into the type of day your wedding will be. It’s the first tangible item your loved ones will hold in their hands. Make it something special. Find a stationer who can help you select the best suited papers, materials, colors, calligraphy, typeface, etc. Just as you have decided on the kind of wedding you will have, you will also be in charge of setting the tone/mood of your stationery style. Formal or relaxed? Soft and organic, understated and neutral, moody and romantic? You call the shots… but your stationer/designer will make it all so much easier and so much more cohesive.

Don’t Forget About Wedding Day Details
It’s pretty easy to tick invitations off your ‘to-do’ list and then set the paper goods aside so that you can focus on all the other details of the day. We know… there’s a lot to think about! But then… just weeks before the wedding, you’ll be coming back to the day-of paper goods in a scramble. We encourage you to really consider thinking about it all with those very first invitation decisions. Syncing your day-of paper along with your initial invitation design process will save you so much stress later on down the road, when time starts getting tight.

Last, But Not Least…
On your wedding day, make sure you have a copy of all your stationery and paper goods on hand so your photographer can capture each and every one of these precious details…

… the details that were so much a part of your journey from engaged… to married!

Photography: We Are Origami | Styling: Sandra chau design | Florals: Trille Floral | Jewelry: All About Romance | Hair and Makeup: Niki Simpson Hair & Makeup | Calligraphy + Design: Michaela McBride Calligraphy | Location: Sydney Photography Studio | Ribbons: Stella Wolfe | Styling Boards: Locust Collection

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In the charming embrace of Rottneros Park, where floral wonders and artistic sculptures intertwine, love took center stage in a celebration meticulously crafted by the talented Fanny Staaf Events team.

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Maja and Oscar’s wedding was a symphony of blush and beige hues, weaving together the elegance of timeless romance with the infectious spirit of pure joy. The heartfelt ceremony unfolded in the very church where the bride and groom first met as teenagers, setting the stage for a day filled with love, laughter, and timeless memories. The meticulous planning by Fanny Staaf Events seamlessly brought together the sophistication of romance with the exuberance of joy, making it an unforgettable experience.

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The catering company Matbruket served the guests an unforgettable meal that drew inspiration from the area.

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The celebration continued at Rottneros Park’s “Hall of Mirrors,” a breathtaking wedding venue adorned with a soft blush exterior, crystal chandeliers, and a picturesque view of the park lake. This historic manor house proved to be the perfect backdrop for Maja and Oscar’s wedding and capturing the essence of Värmland’s beauty.

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Entertainment took center stage with the electrifying performance of “About Time Sweden,” the renowned band that serenaded guests throughout the reception. The vibrant energy and lively music elevated the celebration, creating an atmosphere of pure delight and ensuring that everyone danced the night away.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The venue itself played a starring role, providing a stunning backdrop for the festivities. the park added an extra layer of enchantment to the day. As the evening unfolded, the sky lit up with a spectacular fireworks display, mirroring the magnificence of Maja and Oscar’s celebration. This visually stunning finale added an extra touch of magic, creating lasing memories that will be forever cherished by the newlyweds and their guests.[/field]
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Photography: 2 Brides Photography | Videography: 2 Brides Photography | Event Planning: Fanny Staaf Events | Floral Design: Fanny Staaf Events | Reception Venue: Rottneros | Catering: Matbruket | Entertainment: About Time Sweden | DJ: Choco Chanel | Accomodations: Selma Spa | Beauty: Nathalie Berzelius | Beauty: Peter Elofsson | Beauty: Marie Lo | Lighting & Stage: Ljudkällan

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Summery, soft colors. Blue, soft pink, and white were at the forefront of the design. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The Bride wanted to emulate a European a dinner party vibe with an intimate and elevated feeling. We had the wonderful Justin Diaz playing live acoustical guitar and vocals which was such a nice tough to the dining experience. For the ceremony, this small guest list was hand selected coming from California and Canada to celebrate this beautiful wine country day. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Food and Beverage were very important to the bride and groom so having Paula LeDuc Catering was a must to ensure an elegant, delicious, and five star dining expereince. Specialty Garden Inspired craft cocktails with local garden ingredients were such a great touch. And the after dinner, espresso martinis were sure to get the dance party started![/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]In line with the European influence, the dining chairs, china, and chandeliers were specifially selected to give the feeling being of being in the European countryside. The chandeliers were a great way to bridge the European style with a subtle casual glam nod to California. Rose and Olive incorporated so many beautiful summer blooms with colored candles. The Italian tableware ‘Vieltri’ from Theoni was used to continue the European influences throughout the design.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Flour and Bloom Cakes provided the delicious buttercream cake that provided a simple, yet elegant showpiece upon the entrance to the dinner space. [/field]
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Photography: Amanda Crean | Cinematography: Shutter & Sound | Event Planning: Palette Events Company | Floral Design: Rose & Olive | Cake: Flour and Bloom Cakes | Invitations: Paper By The Bay | Catering: Beaulieu Garden | Wedding Venue: Beaulieu Weddings | Rentals: Theoni Collection | Rentals: Got Light

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Classic whites and elegant pastels such as soft pinks, creams, and hints of crimson.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]We recently moved from New York to Hong Kong, so we knew we wanted a destination wedding. Our friends and family would be flying in from all over the world. Alice’s cousin just moved to Athens last year and fell in love with it. She was able to help us look at all the different wedding venues. The food, culture, and weather are amazing in Greece and we couldn’t have asked for a better destination. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]We were in the South of France together on vacation. On our 2nd night, Ryan suggested we go for a walk before dinner. He had sneakily gotten help with setting up a beautiful private area with champagne and signs that said “marry me” right near the edge of a cliff. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]I had a blast choosing my wedding dresses! My first dress was a jaw-dropping backless beaded laced mermaid gown by Millanova. It felt like it was meant to be. I saw a photo gown in December 2022 (the day we booked the Grand Resort Lagonissi!) and was instantly in love. A shop here in Hong Kong carried this design. I tried on the dress in the sample size (which did not fit!) but both my mother and I knew there was nothing else. The most efficient bridal gown shopping in history. The second dress was to honor tradition from my Chinese background. A red qipao is traditional and signifies love, wealth and happiness. I wore that at dinner to cheers every table and say thank you for celebrating our special night. I had a third dress too! A strapless, champagne lace number that was perfect for dancing the night away. Plus, I didn’t have to worry about tripping over my heels! [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Saying “I do” in Greece means indulging in a foodie adventure and treating your guests to a feast of local delicacies that will make their taste buds dance with joy. Our wedding reception was a mouth-watering spread of creamy cheeses, crisp salads bursting with Greek herbs, succulent seafood (lobster, anyone?), live roast, pasta making station and a meat-lover’s paradise. We did not neglect the midnight snacks – we kept it simple but oh-so-tasty, with plenty of desserts, mango sherbet, and a generous helping of chocolate to keep the party going strong. To quench the thirst of sweet-toothed, fruity, bitter, and licorice lovers, we had Negroni (Mezcal or Regular), while Old Fashioned was the top choice of Ryan, my heart’s VIP. And since feeling the heat is a given when partying, the Spicy Paloma, with its zingy flavor, was ready to zing our guests’ taste buds. We made things easy for everyone with an open bar that had all-time favorites like Campari, Martinis, Vodka, and Gin so that everyone could have their poison of choice and bliss out.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Wedding bells mean floral spells, right? Our wedding style and floral dial called for elegant pastels with David Austin and English garden roses, just like our moms love. We wanted our wedding to smell like a sophisticated dream, and boy did it! We asked our florist for a rectangular arbor with sheer drapes, symbolizing our solid bond and the breezy adventures we’ll be taking together. The aisle was a blooming beauty, and my bridal bouquet was a showstopper. I chose Duchesse de Nemours peonies which are a very old and extremely pretty kind, and Festiva Maxima peonies, bursting with frills and crimson flecks. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]We opted for a simple white cake adorned with fresh flowers. We wanted to stick to tradition and slice a piece, but our main focus was to spoil our guests with various flavors. The cake was a total eye candy, tailor-made for the occasion We were treated to a heavenly combo of butterscotch and lemon vanilla, which felt so good since we were famished the entire day! So much to do! Thank goodness dinner time worked its charm! [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]We met on modern technology – a dating app! But we soon found out we were graduated the same year from the same university and even lived in the same dorm hall in our first year :) It wasn’t until years later, in Jan 2020, that we met one cold winter day in New York for our first date. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]We were in the South of France together on vacation. One our 2nd night, Ryan suggested we go for a walk before dinner. He had sneakily gotten help with setting up a beautiful private area with champagne and the signs that said “marry me” right near the edge of a cliff. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The ceremony was magical. Saying vows in front of all of our loved ones was above and beyond. My advice to future brides/grooms is that it will be the best day of your life. Rain or shine – it will pass by so quickly. Definitely don’t forget to breathe and make sure you have some intimate and special moments with your partner! [/field]
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Photography: Panos Demiropoulos Studio | Event Planning: Maria Maroulidou | Floral Design: Studio 7 | Makeup artist: Michailidis Yiannis | Band: Golsingers | Wedding Venue: Grand Resort Lagonissi | Fireworks: Nanos Fireworks | Furniture: Tore | Rentals: Stylebox | String Duo: Soul N Passion | music and lighting: Loud And Clear Entertainment

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The wedding colors were natural greenery, pale peach, apricot, coral, marigold, and turmeric.

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Katlin and Gabe hosted a destination wedding at Maui’s Olowalu Plantation House, inspired by the essence of vintage Hawaii. Bright and whimsical hues of coral, marigold, turmeric, and apricot were the color story of the day. The ceremony took place along the coast of the Pacific Ocean underneath a horseshoe-shaped chuppah adorned in wildflowers. Guests dined at oak tables dressed in ceramic vases with floral-focused arrangements of garden blooms and wildflowers in shades of coral, marigold, turmeric, and apricot. Mid-century flatware was a nod to vintage Hawaii. The signage was inspired by 1970s Vogue magazine covers- bright, tropical, and playful—design words: carefree, elevated, bespoke, fashionable, wildflower, celebratory, eco-friendly.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]They both went to NYU but ended up meeting they were both studying abroad in
Paris! “We always knew that we liked each other, and dated for a bit when we came back from Paris, but unfortunately Gabe had to leave NYC for law school. We reconnected when he came back 3 years later and have been together ever since!”

They got engaged in an old barn converted into a fine dining restaurant in Kennebunkport, Maine. It was perfect – surrounded by good food and drinks, antique furniture, and a pianist playing 50s music!

“We were definitely friends first, couple second! We love that we fell in love with each other’s personalities. We also love to play video games together (Katlin can’t really play so she explores and when the bad guys come, Gabe has to kill them
– this is their preferred way to play!). They also both love American football and Gabe knew she was the one when she recommended a player that ultimately won him his fantasy league their first year of dating.”[/field]
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The wedding gown was designed by Pronovias.

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No bridal party

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The groomsmen’s attire was Canali.

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COCKTAIL HOUR: Poke Bar Ahi Poke, tako poke, Hawaiian catch poke with traditional sauces, garnishes, and crispy rice, crispy tapioca, and sticky rice bowls

VEG Option: Beet poke with traditional sauces, garnishes, crispy rice, crispy tapioca, and sticky rice bowls Garnish tray passed beverages

(3 signature cocktails) Signature Cocktail #1: Old Passioned (whiskey sour with passionfruit served over a king ice cube with charred pineapple garnish) Signature Cocktail #2: Ambrose-ia (light herbaceous cocktail with blanco tequila, local honey and a spritz of moonshine) Signature Cocktail #3: All Bark, No Bite (vodka, lillet rose, bubbles, hibiscus, lemon)

Cutting Edge Passed Appetizers Hamachi misoyaki musubi with wasabi, sesame rice cake, nori and ocean salad VEG: Eggplant misoyaki musubi with wasabi, sesame, rice cake, nori, and ocean salad Hawaii rancher’s beef pipikaula flatbread with edamame and Maui onions Char Siu Molokai shrimp bao bun with pickled vegetables and fresh cilantro

VEG: Char Siu tofu bao bun with pickled vegetables and fresh cilantro Oysters Hawaii AMUSE BOUCHE COURSE REGULAR: Ahi poisson cru with shiso lettuce cup, young papaya, Hawaiian chili and kaffir lime – VEG: cucumber poisson cru with shiso lettuce cup with young papaya, Hawaiian chili and kaffir lime

SALAD COURSE West Maui mixed greens with hearts of palm, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, lilikoi vinaigrette and macadamia nuts

ENTREE COURSE- FROM THE SEA REGULAR: szechuan dusted Hawaiian catch with parsnip hondashi puree, black bean foam, fish skin chicharrons and sesame bok choy – WHITE LINEN ENTREE PLATE VEG: szechuan dusted tofu with parsnip hondashi puree, black bean foam, crispy carrot chip and sesame bok choy

ENTREE COURSE- FROM THE LAND REGULAR: sous vide beef tenderloin, taro gnocchi, Maui onion three ways and pohole ferns –

VEG: taro gnocchi with sesame roasted Big Island mushrooms, pohole fern and Kula tomatoes

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Katlin carried a wildflower style, organic, and fashion-forward bridal bouquet of blooms in shades of apricot, coral, marigold, and turmeric. A horseshoe shape arch marked the ceremony site with florals starting at the base of each side and growing halfway up. Using garden and wildflower blooms in shades of apricot, marigold, coral, and turmeric for a whimsical and lighthearted effect. At the open-air reception, long tables featured organic, loose, and flower-focused arrangements composed of garden blooms in shades of turmeric, apricot, coral, and marigold in ceramic vases.

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DESSERT COURSE: almond cake + raspberry jam filling + vanilla icing

DESSERT STATIONS: Cinnamon malasadas with spiced chocolate Poi mochi Mini Hawaiian lilikoi tarts with coconut meringue Lychee pineapple and kaffir lime popsicle

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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]CEREMONY
PRELUDE | “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
GROOM, OFFICIANT ENTRANCE (enter from the side)
Officiant
Gabe
PROCESSIONAL
Zino Altman (FOG) + Mila Altman (Stepmom)
Dr. Viktoriya Brener (MOG) + Dr. Rubin Frenkel (Stepfather)
Janet (MOB) + Aunt Patty
BRIDE’S ENTRANCE | “Here Come The Sun” by The Beatles
Katlin + Peter (FOB)
CEREMONY PROGRAM
Non-denominational + Jewish tradition breaking of the glass
RECESSIONAL | “La Vie En Rose” by Edith Piaf

dinner music:
1950s/1960s era like Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, The Four Seasons, The Temptations, Doris Day, Etta James, Nat King Cole etc.

FIRST DANCE
“ All of Me” by John Legend

FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE
“ What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong

MOTHER/SON DANCE
“The First Lady In My Life“ by Paul Todd

Must play songs:
“We Are Family”
“Get Lucky”
“Black and Yellow”
“Empire State of Mind”
“Mr. Saxobeat”
“The Sound of Violence” by Cassius
“Sexy Back”

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Katlin and Gabe created a custom scent in a candle shop in NYC and had candles made that were lit throughout the event. Guests received the custom-scented candles in their welcome bags along with Maui Cookie Lady cookies.

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Food and drinks were very important to the couple! Retro glassware from Set Mauiwas displayed with champagne and drink tags with table numbers by Shindig Bespoke. Guests found their drinks to find their seats!

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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The reception featured custom corn hole set for guests and some other lawn games like jenga and dice. [/field]
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Photography: Wendy Laurel | Videography: Sunlit Films | Event Planning: Couture Events | Floral Design: Mandy Grace Floral & Event Design | Cake: Cake Fanatics | Catering: Cutting Edge Catering | Hair and Makeup: Meili Autumn Beauty | DJ: DJ Boomshot | Bar: Garnish Craft Cocktail Catering | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Musician: Andrew Molina | Oyster Shucking: Oysters Hawaii | Paper Goods: Shindig Bespoke | Rentals: Refinery and Co | Rentals: Accel Rentals Maui | Rentals: Signature Boutique Event Rentals | Rentals: Set Maui | Rentals: Artisan Events

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Blush, nude, taupe, muted copper, terracotta, orange, marigold, and butter yellow with foliage.

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Playing off of the couple’s Italian roots, we designed with the Amalfi Coast in mind: Cle tiles were shipped in from Italy to be used as place cards, a lemon tree was made in the center of a 16′ round wooden bar, citrus and yellow accents, a traditional millefoglie cake and tropical lanterns, a fire dancer and bamboo chairs to remind the guests that they were on Maui. The overall feel of the wedding had a subtle nod to Italy with a dreamy floral sensibility using garden blooms in shades of blush, nude, taupe, muted copper, terra-cotta, orange, marigold and butter yellow in aged terra-cotta urns. Whimsical linens were mix matched atop round and long dining tables throughout the oceanfront lawn, surrounding the wooden dance floor. The groom Paul is a huge Motley Cru fan, attending over 30 concerts of theirs in his life, it seemed appropriate to have the string duo write a special arrangement of Home Sweet Home for their ceremony. The couple said their vows at a stunning floral arch of all yellow blooms. The bride wore Monique Lhuillier.

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Both gowns were designed by Monique Lhuillier.

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The bridesmaid dresses were Jenny Yoo satin crepe gowns in latte.

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Four Seasons Maui tray passed cocktails: “Oliver Spritz”- Aperol, passion fruit, pineapple, coconut water, Prosecco. “Paul’s POG”- rum and POG juice cocktail.

First Course: Grilled organic papaya, goat cheese, pomegranate, avocado crema, flax seeds Lobster ravioli, creme rosa sauce, tarragon, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts

Choice of Entree: Duos Braised beef short rib, baby leeks, garlic whipped potatoes, leek ash, braising jus and half lobster tail Macadamia nut mahi mahi, roasted heirloom carrots, green pearl, gochujang butter sauce and half lobster tail.

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The ceremony was marked by a stunning mono-bloom arch of sunshine-yellow blooms. The aisle contained natural garden blooms in clusters at the base of the chairs, appearing as if growing in nature. The bride carried a sweet bouquet of earthy-hued blooms: ranunculus, tulips, roses, and sweet peas. The reception on the oceanfront lawn featured a mix of round and long dining tables with whimsical patterned linens. Aged terra-cotta urns held floral-focused arrangements of garden blooms in shades of nude, ivory, blush, honey, cinnamon, and apricot hues. Natural-hued candles sat in glass hurricanes atop terra-cotta plates. Cle tiles with calligraphy names were the place cards, a nod to Italy. The round wooden bar was marked by a stunning lemon tree in the center with baskets.

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The wedding cake was an Italian millefoglie cake.

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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]CEREMONY
PROCESSIONAL | “Wildest Dreams” by Duomo
Sharad (Officiant)
BRIDE’S ENTRANCE | “Home Sweet Home” by Motley Crue a surprise to her groom@

No personal vows
No readings

RECESSIONAL | “Young and Beautiful” by Stringspace
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Welcome dinner was at Maui Brew Co, picnic tables with herbs in aged planters and topiaries, persimmons and citrus. Effortless and chic European garden party inspired.

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Photography: Via Imagery | Videography: Max Cutrone | Event Planning: Couture Events | Floral Design: Mandy Grace Floral & Event Design | Hair and Makeup: Meili Autumn Beauty | Calligraphy: Miss B Calligraphy | Entertainment: Manutea Nui E | Wedding Venue: Four Seasons Maui | Bar: Garnish Craft Cocktail Catering | Ceremony Musician: Don Lax Duo | Cocktail Musician: Brian Santana | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Reception DJ: Maui DJ Services | Rentals: Artisan Events Maui LLC | Rentals: Rio Event Design | Rentals: Set Collections

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The jumping-off point for designing this day started with thinking about the regality of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which was crafted in the 1800’s and inspired by European architecture. The goal was to blend modern-day New York with an old-world architectural style and bring some nods to the season. This day was curated by planner and designer, Britt Jones Co., and captured by Yuliya Jul.

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The wedding colors were plum, mauve, and soft pink.

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When an iconic rooftop garden meets a moody fall palette, we are introduced to this tasteful, autumnal wedding inspiration in New York City. 620 LOFT AND GARDEN serves some of the best views in Manhattan and is the perfect backdrop for a romantic wedding in the city.

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Both the ceremony and reception gowns worn were Viktor and Rolf. The ceremony gown had a more sleek satin look to it but had the most wow-factor moment with the train and bow back. The reception gown was a tiered tulle dress with the most beautiful high neckline. This dress was so beautifully crafted, and it actually reminded the vendor team of a chandelier. Little do you know, there are actually hand-drawn chandeliers on the invite suite to tie the whole look together.

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Rather than choosing blatant fall colors like red, orange, and yellow, the design team of Britt Jones Co. and Nava Floral went for a more intentional approach, bringing in plums, mauves, and soft pinks. The softer, subtle colors created a romantic, autumnal garden look on this one-of-a-kind rooftop. Real plums were added to the reception table to offset the softer-colored pink linens.

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[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]The vintage frames for the seating chart added a touch of old world romance to the modern setting of the day. The gold guiding of the frames elegantly accented the fall themed florals.
The team designed an extra welcome bag and invitation suite to rehearsal dinner. Including gift bag items from the iconic Ralph’s Coffee really tied the theme of an NYC wedding for the modern and fashion forward couple. [/field]
[field title=”Tips To Pull Off The Look”]To pull off a chic and modern look for our bride, the team had to be mindful of the hairstyles and accessories. Statement piece earrings by Nicola Bathie were just a perfect touch to a sleek updo by Alison Farfan. The ceremony dress with its volumous a-line skirt needed a softer hair do, so the hair fell into loose curls to create sweet romantic look. [/field]
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Photography: Yuliya Jul | Floral Design: Nava Floral | DRESS: Courtesy Viktor & Rolf | Cake: Vincenzo Salvatore Cakes | Reception Venue: 620 LOFT AND GARDEN | Jewelry: Nicola Bathie | SUIT: The Black Tux | Venue: 620 LOFT AND GARDEN | Beauty: Hair by Alison Farfan | Beauty: JFink Beauty | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Music: SPN Events | Planning: Britt Jones Co. | Rentals: Luxe Event Rentals | Stationery and Signage: Gates Paper Co.

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[field title=”The Inspiration”]The picturesque backdrop of mountains and the serene lake, combined with the villa’s unique charm at Villa Pizzo, set the stage for an ethereal atmosphere, creating a truly magical experience.
The couple even enjoyed a boat ride amidst this scenic view, adding a touch of romance to the overall experience.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Pastel colors from beige, pink, silver/grey and light blue. The main color for men was black.[/field]
[field title=”The Venue”]Villa Pizzo, Lago di Como in Italy[/field]
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The groom’s custom-made shirt, reminiscent of the Bridgerton style, was a striking detail that elevated the entire event into a sophisticated affair. What added to this enchantment was the stylish fusion of elements—the stunningly beautiful blue dress paired with vintage clip-on earrings and high gloves was a testament to the harmonious blend of vintage and contemporary fashion.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The very exquisite floral selection included Vienna chrysanthemums, fragrant garden roses, ranunculus, and carnations. What made the runner special was the white to pink gradient who was carefully curated to flow seamlessly reflecting the very sophisticated royal feel of the wedding.[/field]
[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]The unique floral arrangements crafted from fabric, presented as hoops, added an exquisite touch to the oppulent blue wedding dress.
In addition, the groom’s custom-made shirt, reminiscent of the Bridgerton style, was a striking detail that elevated the entire event into a sophisticated affair.[/field]
[field title=”Tips To Pull Off The Look”]Mix vintage and modern sophisticated style to create an enchanted look. [/field]
[field title=”DIY Moments”]The unusual flowers made of fabric and the attachment in a way like a hopp added charm to the appeareance.[/field]
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Photography: Cristina Naan | Cinematography: Live Production | Event Planning: Diana Vartanova | Styling: Anna Torno | Floral Design: Bloomsfair | Wedding Dress: Luce Sposa | Cake: Elpastel | Invitations: Papier Handmade | Groom's Attire: Carlo Pignatelli | Wedding Venue: Villa Pizzo | Beauty: Vero Visage | Creative Direction & Design: Still Miracle | Planning: Luxuty Wedding Producer | Rentals: Table rentals

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The wedding colors were white, navy, green and gold. The flowers were predominantly white with lots of green foliage; invitations and wedding breakfast were navy, white, and gold; bridesmaids’ dresses were emerald green, and groomsmen’s suits were midnight blue.

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We wanted to create a wedding that had all of the elegance and sophistication of black tie but combined with a party that our friends and family would remember for years. The grandeur of St Giles House provides the perfect setting to host this type of wedding. We worked with a team that was used to bringing such majestic venues to life on a wedding day. Having met at Glastonbury, music, dancing and having a party at the wedding was really important. We picked a band that far exceeded that brief from the cocktail hour to the early hours, and when combined with St Giles’ secret dance floor in the cellar, it created an incredible surprise to round off the perfect day.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]We met at Glastonbury festival so I wanted to take Natasha back to our special place for the proposal on our two year anniversary. Preferring to propose without a crowd I asked Tash to climb Glastonbury Tor to find a quiet spot to ask the question and overlook the fields that we first met in. After a brief panic of seeing the crowds at the top we found a quiet spot on the side of the hill, and sitting side by side in the drizzly rain, I proposed. After a few brief tears, from the both of us, Tash said yes and we celebrated with two of her favourite things: champagne and prawn sandwiches (I even managed to keep two champagne flutes hidden). We rounded off the celebrations with one more surprise by staying at one of our favourite spots – The Pig Hotel near Bath. [/field]
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Natasha chose a design from the Fall 2022 Elie Saab collection – “A Portrait in Motion – Look 3” with a matching veil purchased directly from Elie Saab. From the bride: St Giles House is an elegant, majestic, and impressive venue, and I wanted a dress to match. I tried on countless dresses in many different styles, and when I finally tried on “the one” in the Elie Saab bridal suite in Mayfair, neither I nor my mum could stop smiling, and we both knew it was the right choice for me. The dress was intricate and delicate, with crystals and pearls individually sewn on that sparkled when they caught the amazing autumnal light on the day. I chose a cathedral veil, which was also Elie Saab, and to not distract from the dress itself, I kept the accessories simple, opting not to wear a headpiece but simple diamond earrings gifted by Ollie on the day. I did add extra sparkle by wearing the Sacora 100 crystal-embellished suede sandals by Jimmy Choo. However, they were not visible until the evening when I changed into a silk gown by Reformation and added a porcelain headpiece by taala to dance the night away.

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Emerald green designs by Jenny Yoo were chosen in velvet, which both suited the season and matched the color palette.

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The groom’s suit was made by Tom Ford, and the groomsmen had matching midnight blue suits from Charles Tyrwhitt.

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Bread and Flowers served three hearty courses in the library at St Giles House. Dining by candlelight, the feeling of the supper was cozy and elegant. From the bride: We wanted to add something a little different to our drinks reception, and as Ollie and I both love Oysters, we organized for the Oyster Meister to serve our guests alongside the canapes and champagne. It was a real highlight for our guests (so they say!) and us! We were recommended to work with Bread and Flowers for the wedding breakfast and couldn’t have been happier as they worked with us to create an incredible banquet to match the setting. A real highlight was the barbecued leg of lamb. It was truly delicious and impressive, given the volume of guests and quality that ensured. The wine was provided by Wanderlust Wine who specialize in organic and sustainable wines and were amazing to work with, providing the perfect wine and Champagne to accompany the menu, and we plan to keep stocking up for our own wine supply with the same bottles from the day. Starter: Caponata with burrata. Cured mackerel, cucumber jelly with baskets of sourdough crisps Main: Spanish marinated BBQ leg of lamb with & crispy onions, beetroot and potato dauphinoise, sauteed winter green veg, herb borani Leek & roasted chestnut risotto Baked hake, ginger, beetroot, orange, sesame, lemon rice & tender stem broccoli Pudding: Spicy apple & pear crumble with blackberry cream Treacle, thyme & orange tart, clotted cream

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Readings – We found this a really great way to involve more people in the wedding and were lucky enough to have one of our friends write her own poem that really captured us as individuals but also as a couple. It was incredibly special. Ollie’s Mum read the second reading, which was a more traditional church reading entitled “A Love Poem Between Two Lovers.” Ceremony music – Natasha entered the church to Canon in D by Pachelbel played by a String Quartet (Cascada Strings), and we chose a hymn each. Natasha has always loved Amazing Grace and Ollie, like most people who follow England Rugby, selected Jerusalem. The String Quartet then played Watermelon Sugar by Harry Styles as we left the church, as it brings back happy memories from our early dating days. First dance – We didn’t have a stand-out song for the first dance but both loved the lyrics of Real Love Baby by Father John Misty. It continues to hold great meaning and at Natasha’s request, was playing in the background when she gave birth to our baby boy this year.

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We really wanted to drive off together as a married couple in a classic car and, when we saw the grounds of St Giles House, also wanted to get some shots of us driving the car through the grounds up to the house. Fortunately, we had access to the Jaguar E-type which we felt was the perfect match for the black tie theme. We were also offered the car for our mini-moon, but we neither trusted ourselves through the tight country roads of Devon nor thought we would fit everything in!

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Natasha had the pleasure of arriving at the church in a vintage Daimler – a car owned by St Giles House. The Daimler has been in the Shaftesbury family since 1955; it is one of only 205 examples that were ultimately built, making this one of the most unusual models of all Daimlers. Their Daimler has the Shaftesbury crest on the doors, and the radiator cap bears the family Bull mascot. This particular model of Daimler DE36 was a particular favorite of the British royal family and six other monarchs.

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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The photographs were captured on a blend of film and digital. A Super 8mm video was also created for them using Kodak motion picture film.

From the couple: Photography – We immediately fell in love with the style of Louise’s photography. Louise creates striking, beautiful and candid images and we knew she would capture the feelings and emotions of the day perfectly. We didn’t want images that felt rigid and staged but instead a true reflection of the day. We also felt incredibly relaxed when speaking with Lousie and knew she had lots of experience in the industry but also St Giles itself, having photographed the venue and weddings previously. We are thrilled with the outcome and love to look back over the photographs, as well as the Super8 film, as they give us that “pinch yourself” feeling that we had the day we had. [/field]
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Photography: Taylor and Porter | Floral Design: Willow & Wisps | Dress: Elie Saab | Invitations: Emma Bradstreet | Ceremony Venue: Parish Church Of Wimborne St. Giles | Reception Venue: St Giles House | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Catering: Bread and Flowers | Hair Stylist: Abigail Constanza | Band: The Vibrations | Groom's Attire: Tom Ford | Groomsmen's Attire: Charles Tyrwhitt | Accomodations: St Giles House | Bridal party dress: Reformation | Engagement Ring Designer: Purely Diamonds | Hair Stylist & Make Up for Bridesmaids: Bex Elizabeth | Make Up Artist: Annabelle | Oyster Bar: Oyster Meister | Super 8mm Video: Taylor and Porter | Video: The Wedding Video Guys | Weddings Rings: Purely Diamonds | Wine: Wanderlust Wine

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The color palette included all the colors of the rainbow!
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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Mackenzie & Jason dreamt of a romantic, candlelit occasion with soft flowers, but they certainly weren’t ones to shy away from colour. With style and fun being musts for their wedding, Mackenzie & Jason asked for one thing; make it bold! They decided to use all the colors of the rainbow and have the MOST colorful wedding on the Amalfi Coast![/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Mackenzie & Jason took a ski trip to Aspen, Colorado with their two dogs, Daisy and Apollo. A week long stay at the St.Regis where they spent their time together doing their favourite things; skiing, eating at the finest restaurants and they even found the time to visit Kemo Sabe where they had custom cowboy hats made. During a walk with their dogs, Jason had them all stop at a beautiful gazebo where he then got on one knee and asked Mackenzie to marry him. After several calls to their friends and family to share the exciting news, Mackenzie & Jason popped the champagne and went to dinner.
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Mackenzie wore Miraz Zwillinger ‘Chaz’ from the 2019, ‘Queen of Ice’ collection. A strapless, mermaid gown with leaf embroidered accents paired with her Rene Caovilla Chandelier crystal-embellished heels. The heels were chosen before the dress! Mackenzie also wore her mother’s wedding veil-her mom helping her put it on was one of the most special moments of the day.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids were all styled in different shades of pink! Each bridesmaid has a unique dress and the result was a stunning array of textures and shades of pink![/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Jason wore a Purple Label Ralph Lauren black tuxedo with black velvet Christian Louboutins.
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Mackenzie & Jason welcomed guests to their big day in the way they know best, with plenty of bubbles! A Prosecco greeting set the scene for what was bound to be a day filled with fun. After the ceremony, the guests were treated to a cocktail hour complete with an open bar and the best Italian spritz’ in Ravello. And the festivities didn’t stop there as cocktail hour was followed by four courses of pure delight! Dinner opened with a marinated beef carpaccio with ricotta cheese, ‘pizzaiola’ sauce and Neapolitan tarallo. In true Italian style, Mackenzie & Jason’s dinner included a pasta course which featured Ravioli with ricotta cheese and a lemon sauce that was a worthy tribute to their Amalfi Coast surroundings. The main course saw guests enjoy beef fillet with a tarragon jus and seasonal vegetables ‘caponata’ and, to bring dinner to a close, a ‘Delizia al limone’ with strawberry sauce. All of which were paired with the choice of a red or white wine. For Red, guests could enjoy Ettore Sammardo – Costa d’Amalfi Selva delle Monache Riserva Doc or, for white, guests could plunge into a cool glass of Ida Giordano – Costa d’Amalfi Tramonti II Colle Doc.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Mackenzie’s bouquet featured a collection of Ranunculus’, Dahlias, Clematis, Sweet Peas and Peonies, all of which varied in shades of pink along with pops of greens and yellows. The bridesmaids’ bouquets mirrored Mackenzie’s bouquet with pairings of Dahlias and Clematis, pops of green and an added uniqueness in the form of daisies.
Peonies from Mackenzie’s bouquet featured heavily in the ceremony displays which not only celebrated their signature pink shades but also expanded into blues, purples, reds and yellows. Larkspurs, Foxtail lilies and Giant Allium provided added texture and height to each display whilst Roses, Dahlias and Bellflowers provided volume.
Welcome drinks and cocktail hour saw an array of blue and white ginger jars decorating the bars and encompassing the floral arrangements. Whilst gold frames enhanced the bar menus that were detailed with Mackenzie & Jason’s classic monogram.
A common theme through the entire day was the presence of candlelight which was only amplified at dinner with each table holding tealights, hurricane candles and candelabras decorated with various shades of pink. Place settings included Versace charger and bread plates, menus decorated with Mackenzie & Jason’s monogram and the simplicity of a pale pink napkin.
For the after dinner party, the Crypt at Villa Cimbrone was brought to life with colourful uplighting and ceremony floral arrangements scattered around the arches.
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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Mackenzie & Jason’s wedding cake stole the show with a classic dedication to the beautiful country they were in. A traditional, Italian Millefoglie filled with Chantilly Cream and topped with berries. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The procession saw members of Mackenzie and Jason’s families and friends enter to J.S Bach – Chorale 144. Mackenzie kept with tradition and entered the Villa Cimbrone tea room to Pachelbel – Canon in D. Mackenzie and Jason then joined to exit their ceremony together to the soft sounds of Piovani – Life is Beautiful.
Mackenzie & Jason entered their dinner to Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding, cut their cake to That’s Amore – Dean Martin in true Italian style and then enjoyed their first dance to Lover – Taylor Swift (Mackenzie’s favourite artist).
Mackenzie then joined with her dad for their Father & Daughter dance to Days Like This – Van Morrison. Jason then followed with his mum for their Mother & Son dance to Humble & Kind – Tim McGraw.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Mackenzie wore her Mother’s cathedral length veil and pearls.
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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]This couple’s wedding was a plan B-they had to change their plans after a hurricane destroyed their original wedding venue in Florida.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]This was a two day wedding and the couple hosted an epic pizza party the day before the wedding![/field]
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Photography: Lace & Luce | Videographer: Luigi De Gregorio Filmmaker | Wedding Dress: Mira Zwillinger | Stationery: The Confetti Cone Company | Ceremony Venue: Villa Cimbrone | Shoes: Rene Caovilla | Celebrant: Zoe Graham | HMUA: Alessandro Mancino | Lighting & Technical: LK Event | Music: Wedding Music | Planning, Design & Flowers: The Wedding Boutique Italy | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Trattoria da Lorenzo | Rentals: Corso Gaetano