October 5, 2014 two high school sweethearts became husband and wife. Alysha and Samer worked together after high school graduation and started dating on a four-wheeling trip with friends. From that first date, marriage seemed inevitable.
The bride’s dress was from Alfred Angelo’s Disney Fairytale Wedding Collection. The strapless gown was fitted to the hips with tulle overlay on the skirt finishing in a cathedral length train. The bodice was decorated with gold embroidery and beaded detailing, lacing up the back. Alysha’s hair was worn in a half up-do with a veil. Alysha carried a bouquet of red roses and white calla lilies while her bridesmaids carried bouquets of red roses. They wore teal gowns to the floor while the maid of honor wore a teal gown that finished at the knee. Samer wore a black tuxedo with teal tie, but later he and his groomsmen opened their tuxedo shirts to reveal which superhero they were.
Throughout the day Alysha glowed with happiness only love can bring. Samer was just as content as his bride and his grin said all that needed to be said about their feelings for one another. During the ceremony the officiant recounted their journey of love together including stories of when they started dating and when Samer proposed.
The reception began with the couple’s first dance to Elton John’s The One followed by Rascal Flatts’ My Wish for the father and daughter dance. In order to celebrate the fairytale theme, the flower girl and ring bearer surprised the bride and groom and changed into Beauty & the Beast costumes. Each place setting held a thank you to friends and family for the love and laughter they contribute to the couple’s life. As salads were served, the song Be Our Guest from Beauty & the Beast played.
During the reception the maid of honor shared stories of growing up with the bride and the moment she knew Samer was the one for Alysha. Despite Samer taking Alysha as his bride, she might have some competition for Samer’s affections as the best man jokingly called himself Samer’s soul mate and one true love. The father of the bride expressed his happiness at welcoming Samer to the family.
For dessert a three-tiered wedding cake was divided down the middle by ribbon, separating teal from white. Each layer was wrapped with crystal ribbon. The white side was decorated with waves of fondant while the teal side was piped with white curlicues. The cake was topped with the figurine of a groom carrying his bride on a beach.
Favors were small boxes filled with plain and peanut M&Ms. The night ended with a Villa Siena signature sparkler farewell. Congratulations Alysha and Samer. Happily ever after isn’t just for fairytales. It belongs to the two of you. We wish you the best.
Photography by: J.K. Moore Photography
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