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Soulful Santorini Wedding

By Jenn

What could be more romantic than saying “I Do’s” in one of the most popular wedding destinations? With tons of picture-perfect views, no wonder Kerri and Tony flew from South Australia to have their soulful Santorini wedding! And guess what – it looked like the place plus the skills of SvenStudios were everything they need to have stunning wedding photos. No fancy flowers and decor – just Santorini’s all-white and dramatic blue theme. The bridesmaids wore dresses of different colors to contrast against white. Add a few touches of greens and we have a clean, minimalist set for today. It’s additionally fascinating how this couple didn’t have to stress over wedding elements but focused on the most important part and that’s starting their life together. Now, let’s take it from the bride herself, Kerri as she recalls the day in her words below.

From The Bride

Q: Tell us about your wedding! What was the inspiration behind your day? Did you have a specific theme, style or color palette? Did you incorporate any cultural or religious traditions in any part of your day?
A: Our inspiration was that we wanted to go to Greece, but didn’t particularly want to have a wedding, and since half the family wanted one in Canada and the other half in Australia, the compromise was Greece! We wanted it as simple as possible, choosing only a few traditions that we thought were fun to include.

Q: Did you personalize the day in any way (food trucks, guest entertainment etc.)? What were some of your favorite parts of your wedding?
A: We had a lot of our friends help with the day, like asking a friend to be celebrant, making a fun personalised speech. Our vows were our own, and my bridemaids and friends did my hair and makeup for me. My parents and relatives organised the Loukomades from a local bakery to have as the wedding cake which I loved. Our celebrant got us to play a surprise game which was great fun, and the speeches were all fantastic.

Q: Let’s talk fashion. How did you both choose your wedding day look? Describe the looks in detail.
A: As soon as we got engaged (2 years prior to the wedding) I went online and bought a cheap dress I liked. It turned out great with a liytle bit of altering. Tony waited until the last minute to sort his clothes, we had very different ideas on his style but he went with what he liked in the end, trying to keep it “summery”.

Q: How did you meet? Tell us about the proposal.
A: We met while I was travelling through Canada in 2011; Tony employed my friend across from where I worked in Niagara Falls for some travelling cash. He eventually moved to Australia about 8 months after we parted. The proposal was while hiking in Yosemite National Park on the way back to Niagara Falls for a visit about 6 years later. Halfway up a waterfall climb he knelt in a puddle and yelled the proposal since the water was so loud. I had always said I didnt want a nice ring or a wedding, but I did want a spectacular proposal, and he knows how much I love waterfalls.

Q: What was the most anticipated or special moment of your wedding day?
A: Just having everyone in Santorini from different corners of the globe was amazing, especially since many of our guests have little or no travel experience and were very nervous. The scenery was spectacular, the sunset and dancing was amazing. Hearing Tonys vows for the first time in front of everyone was very special. Also the food was awesome and there was far too much of it.

Q: Do you have any wedding planning or marriage advice that you’d like to share with other couples planning their day?
A: It’s incredibly difficult, but try your best to do what you want to do, rather than what everyone else wants you to do! It’s impossible to keep everyone happy so you might as well try to enjoy yourselves the best you can.

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Leap Day Beach Wedding in Fort Lauderdale

By Jenn

L stands for a lot of things. In this feature, it stands for two: a radiant bride named Liz and her Leap Day beach wedding. Amazing, right? As amazing as her wedding photos captured and submitted to us by Flashy Mama Photography. I admittedly had a hard time choosing their photos as all are beautiful and filled with emotion. Liz and Casey tied the knot in Fort Lauderdale. With the gorgeous ballroom reception and ocean backdrop, a romantic celebration with the most important people, the clever sunglasses basket, add the beautiful white and pink florals adorning the arbor, you can’t help but sit back and enjoy this one!

From The Photographer

Casey and Liz met on Halloween night in 2012. They were at a bar with their friends and Liz’s beauty immediately caught the attention of Casey. They immediately hit it off, talking about cars, movies and all their interests. Casey just had to keep her talking because he wanted to know everything about her! Liz was intrigued with Casey’s story and his sense of humor, and it helped he was easy on the eyes! They made plans for the very next night! From then on their love blossomed. After 6 years of courtship, Casey popped the question, taking her on a trip to the mountains of Colorado for her birthday in 2018. Overlooking the great continental divide at 12000 feet, and with Liz dancing on the edge of a wall, Casey got down on one knee with tears in his eyes and asked Liz if she would be her wife. Liz thought it was a joke, but when she saw the ring she began to cry while saying “YES”! They are so happy to start the journey of the rest of their lives together!

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Just Mauid: An Intimate Tropical Elopement in Maui

By Jenn

Does it get any more romantic than saying your vows in a beach setting, surrounded by the wonder of nature and a cool breeze? Kyra and Noah’s intimate tropical elopement in Maui was exactly like that! Simply Eloped made sure every detail was executed perfectly. From the sweet first look to the heart-melting ceremony and the picturesque shoots, this wedding was a dream! Kyra was classy on her flowing, one-shoulder gown, with intricate floral patches and a tan lining underneath. The groom was looking sharp on his emerald suit too! I love how this couple smartly swayed away from the usual white-black outfits tandem. The day was made even more special with only their closest guests around. A traditional Hawaiian practice, Reverend Kuya blew the conch shell to pronounce the two as now husband and wife. Now, enjoy scrolling through this set by Samantha Takes A Photo and feel the love radiating through the photos!

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Cuban Love

By Jenn

Maria and Eugene were lucky to be invited on a trip to Cuba with friends. And because it’s not everyday that you get to set foot in what looked like an Instagram-optimised place, the couple took the chance to do their engagement shoot. With pristine waters and breathtaking scenery, the couple’s photos are exactly what destination shoots are made of! They walked around the beach and took a fun ride to see some good ol’ romantic architecture. Would you believe they never had a real photoshoot? Yet these two are so natural in front of the camera and happily kept their eyes on each other! Whether you’re looking to list potential destinations for your beach wedding or simply looking for some engagement poses, this refreshing Cuban love feat by MS VISION is a must-see!

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Photographer: MS VISION

Surprise Proposal in Santorini, Greece

By Jenn

Of the many beautiful and romantic beaches around the world, Greece holds a spot in the list of top beach wedding destinations. No wonder why Qing took Yingxue to Santorini to propose! Mind you, this amazing future hubby planned all this all the way from Singapore – thanks to WhatsApp and email! Before popping the question, they took a stroll by the large Skaros Rocks in a village called Imerovigli. The place features a magnificent view of the sea. Their photos are very convincing. I can hear the sound of the waves and the smell of fresh air. Andrea Gallucci Photographer did an incredible job capturing the lovebirds’ photos and video. Add the scenic view of the Cycladic Islands and we got this perfect surprise proposal! Also, check out some words of advice to other couples from the bride herself below!

From The Bride

Let’s start at the beginning. How did you two first meet?

We first met at a basketball game; he plays basketball, while my dad coaches basketball. Our first encounter was not very friendly (haha!) because he was playing on the opposing team that my dad’s team was going up against. We only knew of each other’s existence on this very day and had a few innocent eye contacts. Things only started picking up a few months later (with the help of social media).

Give us all the details about the proposal. How and where did it happen? Was it a surprise? What was the planning process?

It happened in Santorini, Greece! And yes, it was definitely a surprise. He made me hike (a mini one) in a dress to Skaros Rocks after dinner (a huge one if I may add). I wasn’t feeling up for it because I was feeling really bloated from all the delicious Mediterranean food, and the time difference was not helping either. Throughout the entire hike, he was constantly on his phone, and that added to the frustration. I then later knew he was trying to coordinate with Andrea, our photographer. We finally arrived at the end of Skaros Rock, with an unblocked view of the Aegean Sea. Andrea, whom I thought was a tourist (kudos to his great acting), offered to take a picture for us, and that was when my fiancé popped the question. I was not expecting it to happen but I am definitely glad it did.

Are you excited to start planning your wedding day? Do you have any ideas in mind yet?

Yes, but definitely with a tinge of anxiety. I guess it’s inevitable to feel a little nervous, but I have gotten a lot of advice to embrace the process. For the wedding, we have decided to keep the traditions, but stay away from the conventions. Most importantly, to enjoy ourselves and have fun!

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Professional: Positano Proposal | Cinema and Video: Andrea Gallucci | Photographer: Andrea Gallucci Photographer