Sarah and John celebrated their love at Villa Siena September 21, 2013. The couple first met at a club. Their connection from that first night continued to grow. Just how much they meant to each other was clear when they exchanged personalized vows. As the groom was saying his vows the song that they listened to during their first date played. Part of the bride’s vows included “There has always been something about you, since the night we met, that drew me to you like an invisible string I could not let go of.” The couple also added a wine ceremony where the couple had a sip of wine and a symbolic speech was read.
For the wedding ceremony, John looked handsome in a grey tuxedo with white shirt and tie and white handkerchief. The groomsmen wore black tuxedos with black shirts and ties and red handkerchiefs in their pockets. Sarah was gorgeous in a strapless gown with rouching across the bodice and a layered skirt. Her dress laced up the back. A ponytail added a carefree element to the look while a headband and veil were worn for the ceremony. Red satin shoes with a ruffle and bow were tucked away under her skirts.
Sarah and John incorporated their color scheme by using a red runner for the bride’s processional and recessional sprinkled with white rose petals. White candles burned on the altar during the ceremony.
After the best man and maid of honor gave their speeches, the bride’s stepmother said a few words. For their first dance, Sarah and John chose I Couldn’t Love You More by Sade.
No one was left out of the celebration. Kids were given special gift bags and a placemat they could color on. For the adults, favors were homemade soaps and candies in a gift bag.
In lieu of a cake, the couple chose a cupcake tower with a small cake on top that featured ruffled black and white frosting and red flowers on top.
Congratulations Sarah and John. May the smiles that lit up your wedding day light up the rest of your lives together. We wish you the best.
Photography by: David de Dios Photography
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