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First of all- what is a firstlook? FirstLook Photo by Anna Valentine Photography A private moment between the bride & groom, groom & groom, or bride & bride (and photographer & videographer, of course), where the bride is revealed to the groom for the first time.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom selected to create a custom tuxedo by Mister Tuxedo located in Dallas, Texas. The tartan patterned jacket featured a print of the groom’s family crest on the inner lining nodding to his family’s history. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
[/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]When they first started dating, the bride and groom lived on opposite ends of Boston. At the end of the night, they would walk to the Arlington T station where the bride would get on the bus to go home and the groom would get on the train back to his apartment.
It was at this time that we had seen a blog post she had done from a wedding at Smith Farm Gardens. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance Early on, we stumbled across Cora Jane Photography and fell head over heels with her photography style. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
On their wedding day, the couple created two signature drinks: a Tom Collins for the bride and an Old Fashioned for the groom.[/field] field] [field title=”Wedding Cake”]The bride surprised the groom with a cake. It was designed to look like a baseball jersey from his favorite team, the San Francisco Giants.
The result was an effortlessly cohesive look, with each woman feeling confident and comfortable while the maid of honor’s dress artfully wove together the collection’s gentle hues.[/field]
She prepared a family style dinner to be served to each table, featuring the bride and groom’s favorite dishes. Something borrowed was her mother’s diamond tennis bracelet, and for something new – the earrings gifted to her that day by her groom. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
. “It was so beautiful and intimate and everything we’d wanted”, say the grooms.[/field] As the grooms say, “The most anticipated moment was our three cakes from local bakers in Brooklyn, and the anticipation paid off as all of them were delicious.”[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Two close friends of the couple performed a song during their ceremony while the bride and groom took communion together for the first time! Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog Classic rock and pop songs were incorporated throughout the rest of the reception. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Focusing on the natural beauty of the sculpture garden, the bride paired the day with vibrant florals, bold mother of bride and groom dresses, timeless silhouettes, with pops of pink! The couple delighted guests with two options of flavors, a classic vanilla cake selected by the bride and a chocolate cake for the groom! said the bride.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen wore black Men’s Wearhouse suits, with the groom in all black.[/field] Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog With a fitted lace bodice adorned with subtle sparkle and a long cathedral length veil, she was truly a vision on her wedding day.
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]The bride (Francesca) and the groom (Sean) were both local to the area but didn’t meet until after high school at a local bar (which happened to be the after-party site). field] [field title=”Special Detail #3″]The menus were created specifically with the groom in mind.
field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”][/field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]Custom dance floor where the bride and groom performed a surprise salsa dance for their guests! Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Bridesmaid dresses are from Revelry. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
She also had a group of friends as honorary bridesmaids, each choosing their mismatched looks that complemented one another. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The groom wore a custom shawl collar tuxedo from Enzo Custom with bespoke embroideries, sterling silver and black onyx cufflinks, and Carmina leather Oxford shoes.
“There is something about this that will always stand the test of time and makes any man look so handsome!”, All the groomsmen wore a black bow tie and Chris, the groom, wore a white bow tie. It was perfect detail to make sure the groom stood out from the rest of the groomsmen. ”, She said.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom got his tux custom made from Suit Supply, and the groomsmen got their tux’s from Black Tux! Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance The dresses from Revelry are high quality and the shade of champagne is not too yellow or too gold!
This was such a sweet and thoughtful thank you from the Bride and Groom to all their guests.[/field] Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance During the ceremony, along with her veil, she attached draped sleeves that were an extension of the dress pattern. .”[/field]
Thanks so much[/field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The groom Yetur had a grand entrance to the ceremony, being that Yetur is an NFL player it was only fitting he had a game day like entrance to his wedding ceremony. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance
The carefully curated selection of passed hors d’oeuvres told the story of the couple’s refined tastes – from the bride’s favorite Red Grape Boulettes delicately wrapped in Big Island Goat Cheese and Macadamia Nut flakes, to the groom’s choice of Mochiko Fried Citrus-Ginger Short Rib.
Highlights included a raw bar, risotto station, lamb chops, and filet mignon with mashed potatoes (a must for the groom). field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The private vow exchange, held just after the couples firstlook, was an incredibly special and intimate moment of the day.
There were special local beers that were specially chosen by our groom. The cake was made by Cake by Giraffe and looked identical to the plushy cartoon that is extra special to the groom and bride. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical The reception site was decorated with mesmerizing centerpieces of pink, peach, ivory, and blue scent colors, lush greens, and beautiful textures all around. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″]We also included a Chinese jiao bei ji, or wine sharing toast in our ceremony, where the bride and groom traditionally cross arms as they drink. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The bride and groom’s daughter Tallulah was their flower girl and was there to witness her parents ceremony. Post tags: Post categories: Modern , Real Weddings , The Blog They both included Tallulah in their vows to each other while she played in front of them. . |
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Our handsome groom and groomsman wore tan suits. field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″]We loved that Rachael and Ryan combined their firstlook with a reading of private vows. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance
field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″]The grooms name is “Dessislav.” Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog We took those characters and put them on beautiful red paper with a tassel she had custom made. The bottom of the card had each guests name in English.
Wonder Cake Creations Sarasota made a custom Groom’s Cake in the shape of a Cabo Arch, which featured Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Filling. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]From the groom: “In 2012, Julia and I went on our first date at the ripe age of 15 as sophomores in high school. A floral arch bursting with blooms enhanced the look of the ceremony and highlighted the bride and groom as “guests of honor” during the reception.
Signature cocktails included the Wildflower (the hotel’s signature cocktail) for the groom, which is a purple gin-based martini. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance It is their Narcissus gown with some customization to soften the sweetheart neckline and add buttons down the back.
Meanwhile, the groom based his drink on flavor preferences. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The ceremony itself was meaningful as it was officiated by the groom’s God Father/Pastor, who knew them well. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
The bold red contrasted beautifully with the gardens greenery, adding a vibrant touch to the celebration and honoring the groom’s Indian roots.[/field] Post tags: Post categories: Destination , Real Weddings , The Blog Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Bella Bridesmaid dresses in the style Francine and the color Ice. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Not sure if you should do a firstlook at your wedding or not? Read our blog to decide if a firstlook is right for you! The post The Magic of the FirstLook: Why You Should Consider It for Your Wedding appeared first on Rothweiler Event Design. Getting pressured one way or the other?
Their 2-year-old daughter, Mia, played a special role as the adorable flower girl, even taking part in the emotional firstlook. In a sweet surprise, Mia had her very own firstlook with Edmundo, who thought he was about to see Nicolle in her wedding dress for the first time. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
For our welcome party decor and florals, we wanted a traditional Italian look – checkered tablecloths, aromatic plants in terracotta pots, and fresh tomatoes. We also requested that all guest wear white, while the bride and groom wore a soft coral color. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
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field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen wore classic tuxedos from Men’s Wearhouse, and the groom wore a custom Navy with black accent tuxedo from Nita Fashions. For the reception, the groom changed into a custom Navy velvet dinner jacket, also from Nita Fashions. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom and groomsmen kept things classic in two-piece tuxedos, finished with black bow ties, crisp white tuxedo shirts, and velvet smoking slippers. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
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