This week we have a very special wedding to feature. Elisse is a brilliant fellow blogger, and friend of one of our own Lovely bloggers, so we thought, what better way to celebrate her two year anniversary than to relive her fabulous day! Let’s let these photos by RAD Studio take us back to that day, exactly two years ago when this sweet couple tied the knot! Between Elisse’s two fabulous looks, and the cute little quirky design details, this wedding is sure to make you smile!

Lovely: Tell us about THE dress, and what inspired your look.

Elisse: Simplicity and tradition.  I love the tiered look to the dress, and it was long enough to have the slight bustle.  And I knew for a long time that I had to have a long, cascading cathedral veil.  No ifs, ands, or buts about that.  As soon as I tried on my veil, it perfected the classic, timeless look I had envisioned. As far as choosing THE Dress, originally I was looking for a one shoulder-styled look, and had this fantastic Alfred Sung dress in mind.  My mind was completely changed when shopping with 2 of my girlfriends (Hannah and Jen), and Jen held up what ended up being THE dress. When I first saw it on the hanger, I thought, “Eh, it looks alright, but I guess I’ll try it on still.”  I put it on, opened the curtains, and just like people say, I knew it was THE one.  We all teared up, and I was ecstatic! When I saw that the shoes were named the “James” style, I knew it was meant to be (James is my hubby’s name!)  In designing my necklace with Aileen, I asked for three rubies to dangle on the back to represent me and my parents.  The single crystal quartz on the front represented my new union with James.

Lovely: What were the most important details to pulling off your dream wedding?

Elisse: Intimate, Thoughtful and Personal.  Whether it was our comic-themed reception guide, photobooth, or the photos of us we used as table centerpieces, I wanted guests to come out of the wedding learning something new about us. Also, great rapport with vendors.  I was very particular with choosing our vendors, selecting ones who could keep my anxiety levels low leading up to the wedding.  Especially in choosing our photographers, who spent the whole day with us.  Thankfully Ral and Danelle were a breeze to work with – they were able to capture our “it” factor and what makes me and James so geeky and goofy.  Everyone we chose were very professional, grounded, and exceeded our expectations.

Lovely: What was the most memorable moment?

Elisse: I can think of a couple of my favorite moments: LOVE songs – in order to get us to kiss at the reception, we asked guest tables to stand up and sing a song that contained the word “love.”  Almost every table got up to serenade us – some even twice.  A couple guests came up to the microphone and did solo numbers.  We were so touched by the joy and happiness that our guests shared with us.  Needless to say, I didn’t get to eat much of dinner because James and I were too busy smooching! Also, in a coming of age moment, I was heading out to do a dress change before the start of the reception and ran into my bestie, Sindy.  She grabbed me into the biggest, tender hug, and with tears in our eyes we reveled at the excitement of James and I starting our new life together.

Lovely: If you could give future brides any advice, what would it be?

Elisse: Release stress. Let go of any last minute stresses the night before the wedding.  There’s no use in stressing on your wedding day, and to be honest, your guests can tell by your expressions when you’re not happy.  Savor the moment and enjoy your wedding day!  It’s true that it goes by quickly!

DRESS/Veil: Bello Wedding World

ACCESSORY DESIGNERS:

Custom Crystal Quartz and Ruby Necklace:  Aileen Lau of Aria Industries

Shoes: Nine West

Floral Fascinator: Kasia Fink

Engagement Ring and Wedding Bands: MJ Jewellers 

PHOTOGRAPHER: Ral and Danelle Nicanor of RAD Studio

FLORIST: Proline Trading International

ANYONE ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO CREDIT:

Make up : Tracy Lai

Hair Stylist: Louie Eng

Decorator: Tanya Peters of Milestone Events

Reception Venue: University Golf Club

Photobooth Vancouver

Cake: Anna’s Cake House

Be sure to check out all things Elisse here.