Non-Traditional

Accessory: Custom Carmen veil
Dress : Verdin from The Bridal Finery in Winter Park, FL
Photography: Angelika Krug Photography
Venue: Bella Cosa Lakeside, Lake Wales, FL
HMUA: Makeover Station

Our Story:
Every bride says it, but our wedding day truly was a dream come true. Every detail came together to create the most magical day I could have imagined. Yet, even still, nothing compared to how it felt to be marrying my best friend. After meeting in June of 2021, Tyler and I fell quickly in love. We often share how grateful we are that we love the day-to-day together just as much as the adventures of life, which is how it should be. After a 15-month engagement, we were married on December 30, 2023. A light morning mist rose above Lake Pierce and a soft breeze drifted through the Spanish moss hanging from the 80-year-old oak trees lining the property. Surrounded by our favorite people, we promised forever, and danced through the night, under the stars, with an ethereal blood moon painting the dark lake. As blissful as that day was, the first few months of marriage have been even sweeter. I'm immeasurably grateful to live this life with my best friend beside me.

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Accessory: Custom Draped in Flowers veil
Photographer: Jill Hoyle Photography

Matthew and I had been together for 8 years when we married each other on August 26, 2023. We chose our venue because it reflects our passion and love for nature. We ended up being blessed with the most perfect day and were able to get married outside, surrounded by the pine trees, river, flowers, and hummingbirds.

When I was searching for my wedding dress and accessories, I wanted to encompass my love for nature as well. I also knew that I wanted to find a removable bridal accessory to complete my outfit, to be able to wear and remove it, creating two different looks. When I found the Draped in Flowers Cape on the Tania Maras website, I knew it was the one. I had already chosen my Alyssa Kristin gown for its simplicity and crisp white crepe satin. The Draped in Flowers Cape was perfect for me because I was able to wear it for Matthew and mine’s first look, family portraits, and ceremony. I removed the cape for our cocktail hour, first dances, and reception dinner. I re-donned the cape when it was time for our sunset portraits, which are definitely our favorites from the day. The Draped in Flowers cape brought the romantic, floral element I was looking for into my bridal outfit. Matthew and I have a beautiful garden in our backyard where we have spent many hours together. The cape reminds me of our garden and the flowers we grow every year. The cape truly made my wedding look feel complete and had me feeling like a true bride.

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Accessory: Custom Lady Laurel veil
Photographer: Blumenthal Photography
Film: Soda Films
Content Creation: The Big Day Events

My experience finding the perfect veil…

When I found the Tania Maras Juliet Cap Veil I knew it was the one.

My mother, auntie and I drove 3 hours from Sydney to try on the veil. Tania was so helpful with the styling and together we pushed the boundaries with the design. My gown was simple yet timeless and the complete look was a blend of traditional and modern as I paired a cap veil with a gown that also had a detachable cape. Not only did we go with the veil but we also went with a custom 4.1 meter design. It was dramatic, timeless and effortless.

Cherished moments from our day…

Matthew and I each started our day getting ready with our family and friends.

We tied the knot in a traditional Coptic Orthodox ceremony followed by an intimate waterfront reception with our loved ones.
Fun fact; our reception is where Matthew and I had our first kiss when we first met!

Blumenthal photographed our day and Soda captured our special moments on film. Claudia from The Big Day Events was our trusted content creator and captured all the sneaky behind the scenes!

Our day was filled with laughter, excitement and special moments we will cherish forever.

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