Theres something simply breathe taking about field portraits. Find an acre of citrus-infused petals if you are so fortunate, and with one click, youve got the perfect back drop. Fortune was well in abundance for todays real wedding couple, photographed by Haley Shandro, to whom WN sends a spicy blogger shout out for sharing these images. Enjoy!
Setting: Canada
Heroine/ Hero: Chinese Bride Catherine and her Canadian Beau Todd
Photography: Shandro Photo
SCENE #1: I DO, IN WHITE
SCENE #2: I DO, IN RED
Customary to traditional Asian weddings (including China), the tea ceremony is a symbolic gesture that the new couple makes to honor their parents. In this case, Todd added a little humor to the event by addressing his mother-in-law in her native language.
Learning a greeting, a vow, or a portion of the reception speech in the native language of your in-laws or guests is a great way to make a lovely and memorable impression.
SCENE #3: WE DO
Part of the excitement in many Chinese weddings is the entertainment. During the reception (typically a lengthy and delicious sit-down dinner) guests are entertained in a series of games, usually hosted by an emcee. In the case of Catherine & Todd, they warmed up their family and friends to a 10-course dinner along with the Shoe Game.
In the Shoe Game The bride and groom sit back-to-back at the front of the room (sometimes blindfolded). Each takes off one shoe. The reception host will ask a series of amusing questions, like Who is the better dancer or Who will end up throwing clothes on the floor? to which the couple responds when appropriate by raising a shoe. Its especially entertaining when both of the bride and groom raise their shoes to the same question. The game can also be open to other guests as a welcomed ice-breaker.
There you have it! Thank you again to Shandro Photo for sending over these images. Have a spicy day everyone.
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