Keith & Karen - August, 2012

Karen and Keith’s intimate wedding at the Scottish Rite in Hamilton was a lovely way for all of their closest family and friends to spend a Sunday afternoon.

 Both the venue and the outfit were a shout out to Keith’s Scottish heritage – it’s not very often we get to experience a groom that rivals the bride in outfit and attire. But with his kilt, sporran and dirk tucked in there just in case, Keith looked every bit the Scottish gentleman for his beautiful lady.  

 I think the thing that we noticed most about the two of them was how comfortable they were with each other, and how when they looked at each other, you could just tell that everyone else in the room just disappeared and they were in their own little world. When they are together, they are both relaxed and in tune to each other and it’s really lovely. 

Karen put a lot of thought into really personalizing her reception area, and I was so delighted when I saw her unique ideas for each centerpiece. Each table number was accompanied by a little blurb about the two of them, so all the guests got a glimpse into their lives and their love for each other. Fabulous! 

But guess what else?

And yes I squealed a bit at this, because it’s the most perfect DIY, inexpensive, unique and totally Canadian bonbonierre idea ever (yes I mean ever): little mini Tim Hortons espresso cups! Filled with chocolate! Heck yes! So cute.:) 

 

We had a lovely time with these two, and I know that they are going to have a very happy future together. Congratulations guys!

Sasha & Chad June 2012

Hi Everyone!

We are so pumped to finally share this amazing wedding we were honoured to be a part of earlier in the summer...yay!

When we first met Sasha & Chad, we knew right from the start that it was going to be a beautiful wedding. They were planning a low key, rustic, DIY kind of wedding and we couldn’t wait to see what they had in store. They also wanted us to capture the first moment they saw each other, before the ceremony, which we were more than glad to oblige to. We find that first-look moments take a lot of the pressure off our brides and grooms and it lets them just relax and revel in each other before all the hoopla (tee-hee) really gets going. 

Okay, first, check Sasha's custom made 50's style dress...amazing!

I love how Chad was super nervous

 And how Sasha was just beaming

And how seriously beautiful the whole thing was.

I know you guys noticed her stunning bouquet of deep red peonies and burgundy calla lilies, courtesy of Lush Florals. Her shoes were Vivienne Westwood,  and yep, they were bubble gum scented!

After the first-look, we headed off to Rodman Hall in St Catharines. This is a beautiful  little Art Gallery owned by Brock University, and the weather was absolutely perfect, despite being a little stormy earlier in the day. The best thing about rainshowers, is it washes everything clean and makes things so lush and green and perfect. It’s pretty much one of the best things that can happen, like a fresh new start on your wedding day.  (Alanis Morrisette does not know what she’s talking about)

These dudes were more than willing to stand next to this beautiful bride! :)

We headed off to White Meadows Farms.   The ceremony took place in the golden light of late afternoon, outside under their hand made trellis. We just loved this little guy:

Someone called him Colonel Saunders, which was totally perfect somehow.

 As Sasha & Chad were saying their vows, a trio of horses ran through the fields behind them – seriously, guys, it was actually kind of magical.We managed to get a quick snapshot of it:

Just before the reception started, Mike and I invited Sasha & Chad for some quiet time away from the crowds. While the guests are enjoying their cocktails, this is often a time where we can get the best shots, because everyone is relaxed and they are finally married – which is an absolutely amazing feeling, I must say.

Now for the reception! Both of us looking forward to seeing all the handmade details that Sasha had worked so hard on, but we really weren’t prepared for just how lovely and welcoming the farm looked after Sasha and her friends had worked their magic. From the hand sewn bunting, to the cross stitched signs, everything was intended to to invite comfort, love, and warmth, which is exactly how I would describe this warm couple and their lovely friends and guests.  

The menu was seriously to die for – lobster mac and cheese, cabbage rolls, delicious roasted vegetables and many other mouth-watering comfort foods, made the guests feel like they could just eat and eat. Probably the some of the best food we’ve had at a wedding to date. But I think everyone had their eye on the stunning dessert table that their family and friends had all generously and lovingly donated too. You pretty much can’t get any more intimate and special than having an entire pot luck of sumptuous desserts made by your closest friends and family, and what a lovely way to have your guests contribute to your day.

All in all, it was a gorgeous day, with a beautiful and gracious couple, and we are so lucky to have been invited to share it with the two of them. Thanks guys!