There are weddings in every Planner’s career that resonate with you and feel less like work and more like a breath of fresh air. This was especially true while I had the privilege of working with Kate and Matt and their families. On one of the most beautiful summer day’s Kate and Matt were married at the stunning Billings Estate Manor tucked underneath a canopy of trees in the heart of Ottawa. Not a single detail was missed! Kate and Matt poured their heart and soul into the planning of their wedding and it was more than evident on their wedding day how deep and special their bond is. There were tears of joy throughout their ceremony and everyone was swapping between belly-laughs and Kleenexes during the heartfelt and candid speeches. It was very touching to see the closeness of Kate and Matt, along with their daughter Ella and families throughout the entire day.
It was a fairytale ceremony with beautiful acoustic music from MOON FRUITS set underneath the umbrella of Billings Estate’s majestic trees. While the most beautiful rendition of Ellie Goulding’s ‘How long will I love you’ was playing, Kate gracefully walked down the aisle hand-in-hand with both her mother and father wearing none other than Vera Wang. The aisle was draped in white and blush rose petals and Matt had the look of complete adoration on his face while waiting for his bride. Guests dined ‘Al-Fresco’ underneath clear blue skies and danced the night away under the stars. Tulips and Maple knocked it out of the park with yet another perfectly executed meal and Anna Jones Photography captured the entire day with ease and perfection. It was hard to narrow down which photos to choose for this post, so I have chosen to feature this wedding in a double post! Feast your eyes on Part 1 of the beauty of Kate and Matt’s memorable wedding day.
Vendors and Accolades:
PHOTOGRAPHY: Anna Jones Photography • DAY OF COORDINATION: Lianna Mackie and Kelsey Benson • VENUE: Billings Estate • CATERER: Tulips and Maple • EVENT DECOR & FLORAL: KL Flowers • OFFICIANT: Burt Pohl• STATIONARY: Alex Buttera from The Paper Studio • CEREMONY MUSIC: Moon Fruits • RECEPTION MUSIC: Quality Entertainment • GOWN: Vera Wang • FLOWER GIRL GOWN: Little Dreamers Tutus • HAIR & MAKEUP: Hair by Victoria Bear & Makeup by Stephanie Jones • SHOES: Badgley Mishka • JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES: All vintage pieces from family • VEIL: Made by an Aunt • BRIDESMAID DRESSES: I LOVE that all bridesmaids were given the opportunity to pick their own beautiful dresses • FORMAL WEAR: Tiptop Tailors • CAKE: Sweet Shop & Bakery Ottawa • ADDITIONAL RENTALS: Laszlo Szabo Event Decor for chiavari chairs & Edison bulb outdoor lights, Labelle Tents and Chezlili
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